Mid-Autumn Festival Magic – Travel Experience

Mid-Autumn Festival Magic: Mooncakes and Lanterns in Shanghai

Experience the Enchantment of the Mid-Autumn Festival With Traditional Celebrations, Mooncake Tasting, and Lantern-Lit Nights in Shanghai

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Highlights

  • Exclusive VIP Access to the Yuyuan Garden Lantern Festival, a Mesmerizing Display of Illuminated Art
  • Private Mooncake-Making Workshop With Master Pastry Chefs
  • Guided Evening Walk Along The Bund, Admiring Shanghai’s Skyline Under the Full Moon
  • Traditional Tea Ceremony at a Historic Teahouse, Paired With Seasonal Delicacies
  • Special Invitation to a Mid-Autumn Poetry and Calligraphy Session With Local Artists
  • Private River Cruise on the Huangpu River, Witnessing the Festival Lights Reflecting on the Water
  • Luxury Stay at a Five-Star Hotel With Mid-Autumn Welcome Amenities
  • Optional Visit to Jade Buddha Temple for a Cultural and Spiritual Immersion

A Festival of Light and Tradition

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A Celebration of Family and Heritage

Experience Overview

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in the heart of Shanghai, where ancient traditions meet modern elegance. Witness the magical glow of lanterns illuminating Yuyuan Garden, indulge in a mooncake-making workshop, and partake in a serene tea ceremony at a historic teahouse.

This immersive experience brings you closer to the essence of the festival, featuring exclusive cultural activities, a private river cruise with panoramic city views, and an invitation to a poetry and calligraphy session with local artisans. Experience the full moon’s radiance in one of China’s most vibrant cities while indulging in the flavors and traditions of this cherished celebration.

Mid-Autumn Festival Itinerary

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DAY 4
Day 1

Arrival in Shanghai & Traditional Welcome Banquet

Arrive in Shanghai and check into a luxurious five-star hotel. Enjoy a welcome banquet featuring seasonal delicacies and an introduction to the significance of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Dinner & Overnight at The Peninsula Shanghai.

Accommodation Options: The Peninsula Shanghai

Day 2

Yuyuan Garden Lantern Festival & The Bund Moonlit Walk

Experience VIP access to the Yuyuan Garden Lantern Festival, where glowing lanterns depict folklore and mythical tales. Later, take a private guided evening walk along The Bund, admiring the full moon reflecting over Shanghai’s iconic skyline.

Dinner & Overnight at The Peninsula Shanghai.

Accommodation Options: The Peninsula Shanghai

Day 3

Mooncake-Making Workshop & Tea Ceremony

Join a master pastry chef for an intimate mooncake-making workshop, learning the artistry behind these traditional festival treats. In the afternoon, participate in a tranquil tea ceremony at a historic teahouse, savoring seasonal teas paired with mooncakes and other delicacies.

Dinner & Overnight at The Peninsula Shanghai.

Day 4

Private River Cruise & Optional Temple Visit

Conclude your journey with a private river cruise along the Huangpu River, capturing the beauty of the city’s festival lights. For a deeper cultural immersion, opt for a visit to Jade Buddha Temple before your departure.

DAY 1

Arrival in Shanghai & Traditional Welcome Banquet

DAY 2

Yuyuan Garden Lantern Festival & The Bund Moonlit Walk

DAY 3

Mooncake-Making Workshop & Tea Ceremony

DAY 4

Private River Cruise & Optional Temple Visit

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