Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
Puyu Retreat is a curated premium travel experience company specializing in cultural and wellness journeys across China.
Join Puyu Retreat to experience the authentic charm of Xinchang, Shanghai’s only UNESCO-waitlist water town, on this unique wellness tour.
Experience a blend of cultural immersion with a private Traditional Chinese Medicine consultation, followed by a delightful culinary journey featuring local street food. Enjoy a tranquil boat ride along the picturesque canals and visit the serene Nanshan Temple. This day is designed for those seeking a holistic reset while engaging with local traditions and artisans.
- Immerse in the rich culture of Xinchang with its well-preserved architecture
- Savor signature Shanghainese street food during a stroll and graze lunch
- Enjoy a private TCM consultation and quick tune-up paired with herbal tea and live pipa music
- Experience the serenity of a canal boat ride and a tranquil temple visit
What's included
Traditional Chinese Medicine Diagnosis by Certified Senior TCM Doctors
Lunch with signature Shanghainese street food
Bilingual lead accompanying the group throughout (English and Mandarin)
Canal Boat Ride
Set of 3 beverages including 1 customized herbal tea based on the diagnosis
Travel Insurance
Transportation to the venue (You will receive instructions on how to get there)
Tuina (~ $30, pay to the therapist directly)
What to expect
Shanghai Xinchang Ancient Town
6h · Admission ticket included
Thirty kilometers from Shanghai's skyline sits Xinchang, the only UNESCO-waitlist town in the city — and the last one where life hasn't been staged for visitors. For 1,300 years, this water town has been home to TCM practitioners, pipa musicians, salt traders, and farmers who still sell whatever came out of the ground that morning. No souvenir strips. No choreography. Just stone bridges, four canals, 68 Qing-dynasty gateways, and a community that never left.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
We will meet at the north entrance of Xinchang Ancient (Beizhakou) to start the day.
End point
We will end the journey around South Street
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
