Explore the culture of China with your students. The Culture of China presents a rich tradition of cultural diversity. In Beijing, your tour includes the Forbidden City. Visit the Great Wall, and later, discuss and create traditional dishes. View Muslim and Chinese inspired Mosques and Buddhist Temples, with discussion on Shaolin Kung Fu.
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Your adventure, day by day
Day 1 :
Depart from North America
Take-off
Board the plane and enjoy your overnight flight to Beijing.
Day 2 :
Arrive in China
Wheels Down
Arrive in China and begin exploring its fascinating capital city.
Day 3 :
Beijing
Guided Tour
A local guide leads you through the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Temple of Heaven.
Traditional Dinner
Enjoy a Peking Duck Dinner this evening.
Day 4 :
Great Wall of China
Stroll the Wall
Start your day with a walk along the awe-inspiring Great Wall of China.
LEAP Cook Chinese CuisineTravel to Xi'an
Board an overnight train to Xi'an.
LEAP Activity | Cook Chinese Cuisine
Create an authentic Chinese dish as professional chefs guide you through a traditional recipe. Savor your delicious creation.
Day 5 :
The Sights of Xi'an
Great Mosque
Witness a mixture of Muslim and Chinese style architecture during a visit to the historic Great Mosque in Xi’an.
Big Goose Pagoda
Visit the Big Goose Pagoda
LEAP Chinese Calligraphy
LEAP Activity | Chinese Calligraphy
A lesson in traditional Chinese calligraphy, Hanzi, teaches you the history behind this widely respected art form. Afterward, try your best to recreate the strokes using an ink brush. Do you have what it takes to master the art?
Day 6 :
Continue in Xi'an
LEAP Chinese School VisitTerra Cotta Warriors
See the eighth wonder of the world, the life-size Terra Cotta Warriors.
LEAP Activity | Chinese School Visit
A visit to a local school introduces you to Chinese students. Learn the similarities and differences found in their classroom and the classrooms you are accustomed to at home.
Day 7 :
Longman Grottoes and White Horse Temple
Train to LuoyangLongman Grottoes
Enjoy an afternoon visit to the Longmen Grottoes to see their famous stone inscriptions.
White Horse Temple
Discover the White Horse Temple, the first Buddhist temple in China, dating back to 68 AD.
Day 8 :
Day at Shoalin Temple
Learn Kung Fu
This morning you will visit the Chan Buddhist temple, Shaolin, famous for its martial arts instruction and practice. While there, learn about the history behind Kung Fu and practice a few moves.
Zhengzhou to Shanghai
Head to Zhengzhou this afternoon to catch your flight to Shanghai.
Day 9 :
Enjoy Shanghai
Tour Shanghai
Today, enjoy a local guide-led sightseeing tour of Shanghai, including the colonial Bund, the French Concession, and People's Square, a spectacular space in the heart of the city.
Jade Buddha Temple
Explore the Jade Buddha Temple this afternoon.
Shanghai Museum
A rich collection of ancient Chinese art including ceramics, bronze, paintings and calligraphy, will be admired during a visit to the Shanghai Museum.
Shop the Market
Discover Town God Temple Market, a market where you can purchase crafts and sample authentic foods.
Enjoy the Show!
This evening, marvel at a Chinese acrobatics show.
Day 10 :
Explore Shanghai
LEAP Tai JiOriental Pearl Tower
Visit the Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai’s most recognized landmark standing over 1,500 feet tall. Take in great views of Shanghai’s dramatic cityscape from the observation deck.
LEAP Activity | Tai Chi
Discover the history of the Chinese martial art, Tai Ji. Learn the moves from an experienced instructor, then practice what you’ve been taught.
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Up to Three College Credits Included with this Program
Through our Discovery for Credit Program, students traveling on an international WorldStrides program have the opportunity to earn academic credit by completing an online course that allows them to reflect upon many of the themes and topics explored during their travel program. Those in grades 6–12 at the time of travel can earn free elective high school credit upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Through our university partner, George Mason University, eligible students in grades 9-12 at the time of travel can earn up to three college credits upon successful completion of both the travel program and online course. Students who earn credit with WorldStrides will find this distinguishes them as online learners and gives them a jump-start on their path to a successful higher education experience. Click here for more details.
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