Greet dawn on the Haihe Riverfront with a private tai chi session led by a Wudang-trained master, followed by a personalised traditional Chinese medicine consultation and cupping demonstration in a century-old apothecary. Transformative, tranquil, and utterly Chinese.
What to expect
Meet your Wudang-certified master at 07:00 on a quiet stretch of the Haihe riverside before the city stirs. An hour of foundational tai chi forms in the open air, with individual corrections, leaves you centred and surprisingly energised. Walk five minutes to a 100-year-old apothecary where a TCM physician reads your pulse, examines your tongue, and recommends a custom herbal blend — then demonstrates fire cupping on a volunteer (or on you, if you dare). Finish with a private pot of medicinal chrysanthemum tea and the recipe to recreate it at home.
Good to know
Early start (07:00) — ideal for early risers and those keen to be back aboard by midday. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Cupping leaves temporary marks; bear this in mind if you have evening events. Located 10 min by taxi from the cruise terminal.