Yoga Retreat at New Luxury Hotel in Huangshan

Escape the city this October with the yoga retreat in the stunning landscapes of Huangshan.

We will stay at the new luxury hotel Wish Garden. Nestled amidst streams and centuries-old trees, this haven offers the perfect blend of nature and artistry.

Throughout the retreat, we will experience meditation, singing bowl therapy, tea therapy, and more. Let's embrace the calming power of nature and the healing touch of art.

Video Tour of Wish Garden in Huangshan

Life in the modern world can often leave us feeling lost and overwhelmed. We all need a way to reset, recharge, and gain power.

This October, BYMB invites you to step into Yi County of Huangshan, a natural sanctuary where 84.8% of the area is lush forest.

Here, you'll find peace in the quiet of nature, soaking up its power and letting go of your stress.

Participants will stay at Wish Garden, a luxury resort surrounded by an ocean of green.

The hotel is connected to the outside by a winding mountain road, a true escape from modern life.

Instructor: KT

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KT excels at integrating therapies like yoga, meditation, sound therapy, aromatherapy, and painting. Multiple senses are engaged to create a holistic healing experience.

This 3-day retreat offers you a unique opportunity to practice yoga amidst forests and find the beauty and harmony that lies deep within.

Sunset Meditation

At the hotel, there's a nearly 300-year-old osmanthus tree that blooms twice in October.

As the sun sets, the instructor will guide you into a state of relaxation. With eyes closed, you'll shed your fatigue and feel the calming resonance of singing bowls, all while being surrounded by the soothing scent of osmanthus blossoms.

Yin Yoga

At 8:00 pm, you will engage in a one-hour yin yoga. Through gentle stretches and sound therapy, this class will help you achieve deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

Chakra Yoga 1

On the second morning, KT will guide you through sun salutations, solar breathing techniques, and dantian exercises. The energy of the sun brings healing experiences to your body, mind, and spirit.

Coffee Time on Terrace

After breakfast, the hotel butler will share the history of the ancient village, followed by a tour of the hotel's Huizhou-style garden.

Next, participants will head to the café surrounded by lush green, where you can enjoy a leisurely coffee time on the terrace.

Farm Harvesting

Led by the hotel butler, participants will visit the hotel's farm. The idyllic farm scenery is a sight to behold.

The farm harvesting allows you to connect with nature and enjoy the joy of the harvest. Savor a farm-to-table lunch which features organic fruits and vegetables cooked and served with no delay.

Huizhou Woodblock Printing

In the afternoon, immerse yourself in the hotel's cultural heritage project with a Huizhou woodblock printing experience. Participants can make zodiac prints to take home as a memory of this retreat.

Singing Bowl Therapy

The instructor will use singing bowls and small instruments to conduct sound therapy. Through the harmonious resonance of sound and chakra frequencies, participants will deeply relax the body and mind, alleviate stress, and achieve energy.

Bonfire Meditation

In the evening, let's gather around a warm bonfire for meditation. As your thoughts gradually clear, you'll feel the peace of nature, your body relaxing, and your soul purified.

Outdoor Movie

From 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm, enjoy an outdoor movie on the hotel's lawn. 

Chakra Yoga 2

On the third morning, you'll engage in meditation and breathwork, allowing you to deepen your inner awareness and set a peaceful tone for the rest of the day.

Meditation in Bonsai Garden

After breakfast, participants will head to the hotel's bonsai garden for post-standing qigong (zhan zhuang). The garden was designed by Hong Xinxin, an inheritor of Huizhou bonsai traditions, and features around 300 Huizhou bonsai plants.

Participants will then visit the tea room, where the tea served comes from the hotel's tea garden. 

Free Time

During this retreat, participants will have free time to experience the hotel's moxibustion therapy. Professional therapists will help you revitalize your body through this traditional Chinese medicine treatment.

In addition, participants can indulge in herbal baths, essential oil massages, or other treatments in a private spa room.

Wish Garden boasts an exceptional location, adjacent to the G530 World Heritage Scenic Highway. It is also close to ancient villages like Hongcun, Xidi, and Tachuan.

The hotel took six years to complete. Its layout follows the natural contours of the valley, with all structures nestled into the landscape.

It retains the original layout of the ancient village, and preserves centuries-old trees and ancient paths.

At the entrance, there is a serene pool with a central landscape island featuring a guest-greeting pine. The pool is surrounded by rockeries and stone lanterns, creating a picturesque scene at every step.

Wish Garden embraces a wellness and healing philosophy. Through herbal cuisine, traditional Chinese moxibustion, mountain springs spas, and tea tastings, you can release stress and restore your physical and mental well-being.

Accommodation

Wish Garden offers 57 rooms, all housed within individual villas. Each room boasts a scenic terrace.

The 60 ㎡ deluxe room surrounds the scenic pool, offering stunning views and direct access to the peaceful waters.

Inside, the bedroom features a tatami mat, and the bathroom includes a bathtub with herbal bath packs provided.

As a guest of Wish Garden, you can enjoy in-room dining service, ensuring a convenient and personalized dining experience.

Healthy Cuisine

In line with its seasonal eating philosophy, Wish Gaden has established its own farm to supply fresh produce for its culinary creations.

The restaurant is nestled beneath centuries-old trees, offering views of the forest and lawn. It also features a terrace for outdoor dining. Breakfast offers four styles, including wellness, Chinese, American, and European dishes.

For lunch and dinner, the restaurant draws on the principles of traditional Chinese medicinal cuisine to design a wellness menu. Rare mountain-sourced ingredients are used according to the seasons.

Facilities

Designed for relaxation, Wish Garden offers a wide range of activities. The outdoor infinity pool, gym, spa, bar, and other facilities are scattered throughout the garden, with shuttle service available.

The infinity pool is located four floors high. You can spend your evenings watching the sunset over the mountains and stargaze at night by the pool.

The gym includes a yoga room with floor-to-ceiling windows on three sides, offering a 270° panoramic view of greenery as you stretch and move.

The hotel also features a vast 1,000 ㎡ lawn, perfect for archery, football, badminton, and more.

Wish Garden's art space currently exhibits bronze antiques from before the Han Dynasty.

For nightlife, head to the bar, which is connected to a KTV lounge. Enjoy a night of singing with friends and sipping on signature drinks.