The Craftcation Retreat

August 22-29, 2026

Dali & Jingmai Mountain, Yunnan China

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A crafted escape

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story that nourishes

A collage of nine images depicting tea and food gatherings, outdoor yoga, nature scenes, and traditional Asian decor.

August 22-26, Dali

  • We will have this peaceful hotel with 160 years history

    1. Slow burn

    2. Stress management workshop

    3. Rocket Happy Hour

    4. Restorative Yin & Sound bath x 2

    5. Effective sequencing masterclasses x 2

    6. The hip honey

  • Tea-cake making- experience a workshop with local tea makers, know the authentic tea making process and tea tasting

    Mushroom hunting - Guided by the experienced indigenous in the forest, know various unique mushrooms. Close the day with a hearty mushroom-themed dinner.

    Morning market - Bargain like the locals, the highlight of our retreat mornings, visit local farmers market with freshest fruits and veggies, special breakfast for recharged morning towards a delightful day

  • 5 formal dinners, 2 omakase menu crafted with local inspiration and mindfully-sourced ingredients

  • including Trivia session with gifts, movie night with outdoor cinema,

    courtyard BBQ and coffee & tea tasting

  • Yoga merchs

    50% off a 1:1 session with Evelyn at your yoga wish ($75 value) & 50% off for photoshooting session ($90 value)

    5-pack pack for Evelyn’s livestreaming classes ($99)

  • Comfortable vehicle to get you covered from the airport

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A woman practicing yoga outdoors under a thatched roof in a green garden.

August 26-29, Jingmai Mountain

  • Immersive experience with tea mountains

    1. Effective sequencing: A restorative flow for shoulder mobility

    2. 90-minute Sound bath with crafting instrument

    3. Energy flow

  • Coffee yard visiting + tasting

    Tea leaves picking, tea cake making and tasting

  • Seasonal ingredients, daily delicious meals

  • Root and rise in the legendary tea region

  • Comfortable vehicle to get you covered from the airport

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Event poster titled 'The Crafting Highlights' featuring activities: tea cake making, making shell bells, and tea leaves picking and tasting, with images of a tea cake, shell bells, and tea garden scenes.
Event poster titled "The Culture Journey" detailing activities from August 22-29, 2026, in Yunnan, including a mushroom foraging course in the forest, a coffee adventure visiting a local plantation, and exploring an ancient village, with three images showing mushrooms, coffee beans, and a village.
A poster titled 'Dining Experience' describing four Omakase experiences in Yunnan, China, including seasonal ingredients, summer nutrition, street food, farm-to-table dishes, and desserts, with corresponding images for each.

Dine like no other trip

In asian culture, a meal is never just about the food; it's about the connection we create when we gather at the table. Our dining experience is a celebration of community, of the immense effort that goes into sourcing the purest local ingredients, and of the love infused into their preparation. Each dish tells a story, offering a chance to slow down, share, and nourish ourselves in every sense of the word.

A sample itinerary for a cultural and craft vacation in Dali, China, listing activities from June 22 to June 25, including arrival, workshops, and local farm experiences, with herbal and forest-themed graphics in the background.
A green-themed itinerary card for a tea and restoration journey on Jingmai Mountain in Yunnan, China, outlining the activities scheduled from Thursday, September 26 to Sunday, September 29, including tea culture exploration, visits to museums and farms, tea tasting, and farewell brunch.

An itinerary designed to let you explore, connect, rest and restore

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Limited offer

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Secure your spot for this unforgettable journey starting from $2750USD

Promotion ends on November 30, 2025

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A traditional Japanese-style bedroom with a low bed, tatami mat flooring, a small sitting area with a table, a bonsai tree, and wall scrolls, with wooden ceiling beams and lattice windows.

Zen

  • Queen Size Floor bed

  • $3250USD per person for double occupation

    $3850USD for single occupation

A cozy bedroom with white canopy beds, wooden room dividers, and sliding door or window with sheer curtains in a minimalist, Asian-inspired style.

Meditation Villa with Garden View

  • King size bed + tea room

  • $3650USD per person for double occupation

    $4250USD per person for single occupation

A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed draped with white curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wooden bench at the foot of the bed. There is a wooden console table with a decorative vase and a small mirror on the wall. The ceiling has exposed wooden beams, and the room features traditional wooden carved panels.

Moonlight Villa for 4

  • King bed with private bathroom

  • $3250USD per person for quadruple occupation for per bed

    $3850USD per person for double occupation

    $4550USD for single occupation

Modern hotel room with two beds, decorative wall lights, and a large window with greenery outside.

Twin bed in Pu’er resort

Interior of a modern hotel room featuring a vanity area with a round mirror, a vessel sink, and a countertop with toiletries. In the background, there's a bed near a large sliding glass door, with a view of an outdoor rocky area. The room has wooden furniture, light-colored walls, and warm lighting.

Queen bed in Pu’er Resort

What the crew says

  • Evelyn's approach is so unique with versatile yoga and mindful delicious food. This is more than a yoga retreat Host more please!

    H, Spring 2025 Retreat in Yunnan

  • Loved the energy! I felt so refreshed wrapping up the retreat

    Qi, Spring 2025 Retreat in Tengchong

  • The experience Evelyn brought us is eye-opening, I was so amazed by the events she blends into the yoga retreat at a nice pace. You will never bored but still feel restful enough for the nourishing yoga she crafted for the trip! She could've charged so much more!

    Rainbow, Spring 2025 Japan Retreat

  • A group of people walking in a single file along a narrow dirt trail through a lush green forest on a sunny day, wearing wide-brimmed hats for sun protection.

    Immersive tea mountain education

  • Scallop shells with pieces of cooked ham or seafood and green sliced onions on a dark wooden table.

    Seasonal Omakase

  • A woman in wide-legged pants and a patterned top practicing yoga outdoors, with her hands raised above her head, surrounded by trees and white draped curtains.

    Yoga

  • Group of people hiking through lush, dense forest with tall trees and green foliage.

    Forest bathing

  • A meal with various dishes including broccoli, corn, strawberries, mashed potatoes with gravy, a soft-boiled egg, and a fried chicken leg, arranged on a wooden tray with bowls and cups, set on a table in a cozy restaurant.

    Nourishing brunch

  • A woman with blonde hair tied in a bun relaxing in an outdoor hot tub or pool, facing away from the camera, with trees and greenery in the background.

    Natural hot spring

  • Group of wild mushrooms growing in the forest, surrounded by green plants and soil.

    Mushroom hunting guided by pro local guide

  • A dessert plate with three scoops of vanilla ice cream garnished with crushed chocolates and sprinkled powdered sugar, with two glasses of red wine behind it.

    Dessert Omakase with local inspiration

Hi, I’m Evelyn

3 continents, 40+ countries, 100+ wellness events, and over 3,000 hours teaching later… still fueled by the same curiosity and love for this practice. Feeling so grateful to keep evolving.

I love holding safe space for guests and students to explore and feel inspired. During this journey, I’ve witnessed transformative growth, incredible personal development and tremendous nourishing restoration

This is the energy that I invite you to experience, it’s beyond honour to weave both of my passion into your unique retreat.

I’m a registered yoga teacher with 1000-hour training, specialised in effective sequencing to improve body function, regulate nervous system, Rocket vinyasa for restore energy and build strength and restorative yin to hold nourishing space for oneself.

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