Everything in the Citywalk, plus the experiences that make TCM tangible: a pulse diagnosis session where a practitioner reads your constitution, a wellness tea ceremony built around seasonal herbs, and a sit-down medicinal lunch designed on the principle of food as medicine. A deeper, slower afternoon for the culturally curious.
Highlights
- Full Wangfujing → Qianmen Citywalk route
- One-on-one pulse diagnosis with a TCM practitioner
- Seasonal wellness tea ceremony
- Medicinal lunch designed around food-as-medicine
- Small group of up to 8 for a personal feel
What's included
- English-speaking TCM-trained guide
- Pulse diagnosis session
- Tea ceremony with seasonal herbs
- Medicinal lunch (set menu)
- All Citywalk tastings
Itinerary
- 09:00
Citywalk (Wangfujing → Qianmen)
The signature walk with tastings and TCM storytelling.
- 11:30
Pulse diagnosis
A practitioner reads your pulse and offers a gentle reading of your constitution.
- 12:00
Wellness tea ceremony
Brew and taste seasonal herbal teas while learning their purpose.
- 12:45
Medicinal lunch
A set-menu lunch pairing food with its medicinal qualities.
Common questions
Is the pulse diagnosis medical advice?
No — it is a cultural wellness experience, not a substitute for medical care.
Can the lunch be vegetarian?
Yes, vegetarian options are available with advance notice.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before departure. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable.
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