Highlights of China

Overview

Highlights

Hiking along the picturesque Mutianyu Great Wall
Engaging in a Chinese lesson, calligraphy workshop, Tai Chi class, terracotta figurine workshop and chopstick making workshop
Immersing in China’s breathtaking natural environment on Mt. Huashan
Seeing stunning views of modern day Shanghai from the Huangpu River
Riding along Xi’an’s magnificent city wall
Enjoying a rickshaw ride in Hutong

This exciting expedition will journey through China’s remarkable cities and scenery, immersing schools in an authentic country and culture. Through various workshops from learning calligraphy, to making paper and chopsticks, new skills will be discovered. The exploration will begin in Beijing where you’ll discover the city and engage in various hands-on activities. You’ll walk along the picturesque Mutianyu Great Wall before immersing in the folk art and city of Xi’an, exploring all the small mosques, markets and restaurants the Muslim Quarter has to offer. Venture to Mt. Huashan where you’ll experience tranquil, unforgettable views of China’s natural environment before ending the memorable experience in Shanghai.

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Start and Finishing Point:

Beijing and Shanghai

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Day 1
Arrive in Beijing

Upon arrival into Beijing you will be transferred to your accommodation before enjoying an orientation walk and a delicious dinner in a local restaurant. In the evening you’ll be able to explore the shops along Wangfujing.

Meals: D

Day 2
Beijing Exploration, Chinese and Calligraphy Classes

In the morning, walk to the Temple of Heaven Park for a class of Tai Chi, allowing the movement to cultivate both the mind and the body. Then, visit the Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, home of the world's largest imperial palace. An afternoon class of Chinese and a calligraphy workshop in the Drum Tower will enhance your cultural experience before enjoying a rickshaw ride in Hutong.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 3
Mutianyu Great Wall

During a day hike, explore the Mutianyu Great Wall, a section of the Great Wall of China with stunning views of China’s scenery. After the hike, enjoy a toboggan ride. (Another option is to go hiking on the Great Wall Jinshanling. Overnight stay in a local guest house. The next morning there will be an exchange program with Bakeshiying Primary School. Activities include: learning Chinese, calligraphy, sports and games, and learning to play a Chinese musical instrument. Lastly, lunch with the local students.) In Jinshanling there is a service we can do for the Great Wall. Most of our direction signs are in Chinglish. Can your students help correct them into proper English and we will make a book and give it to the authority. One extra day may be needed and the whole trip will be 11 days.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 4
Folk Art, To Xi’an

Visit the magnificent Summer Palace in the morning before an afternoon class in the folk art center to learn various kinds of folk art of China. Transfer to Xi’an overnight.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 5
Xi’an City Exploration

Arrive in Xi’an in the morning and explore with a city tour. Enjoy a bike ride along the city wall, the most significant and best-preserved city wall existant in China, running over 13 kilometers around Xi’an. Later, walk around the trendy Muslim Quarter and through the narrow streets dotted with small mosques, markets and restaurants. Finally, visit the Wild Goose Pagoda.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 6
Terracotta Warriors Museum

Enjoy a morning tour of the Terracotta Warriors museum, showcasing a large collection of Terracotta Army sculptures. After, learn how to make a terracotta figurine before staying the night at Mt. Huashan.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 7
Mt. Huashan

Hike atop the breathtaking Mt Huashan (there are options for shorter hikes and gondola rides depending on the aims of your program).

Meals: B,L,D

Day 8
To Shanghai

Fly to Shanghai in the morning and enjoy a boat ride on the Huangpu River, seeing the stunning city from the water.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 9
Shanghai Exploration

Enjoy a scenic tour of the beautiful Yu Garden before visiting the Shanghai tower to get an extensive birds-eye-view of the city. In the afternoon, learn how to make chopsticks, and in the evening watch an amazing acrobatic show.

Meals: B,L,D

Day 10
Depart Shanghai

Explore Nanjing Road, one of Shanghai's most famous shopping streets, before transferring to the airport and departing Shanghai.

Meals: B,L,D

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Life On Land: Sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, halt and reverse land degradation, halt biodiversity loss

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Learning outcomes for students

World Expeditions Schools journeys are designed to encourage positive personal development and the learning of life skills, while leaving the communities and environments we travel to, in a better condition than when we arrived.
The programs are designed to:
• build strong friendships and bonds with their peers, their teachers, and the local people they meet.
• increase the confidence to engage with new people, and collaboratively make informed decisions.
• discover the benefits of working cooperatively together as a cohesive team, to achieve a common objective.
• Increase the ability to face, and cope with, mental and physical challenges and therefore increase resilience.
• give students a chance to appreciate and care for the natural world. The environments we travel through are beautiful and often pristine, invariably the students will gain a deeper appreciation and understanding about how their individual actions impact on the environment.
• Learn personal skills i.e., time management, personal hygiene, responsibility for personal gear, patience, tolerance, and public speaking.
We help encourage students to learn what it means to be a true global citizen.

Inclusions

What's included

International Flights if required
Domestic flight to Shanghai
All meals as indicated (9 breakfasts, 9 lunches, 10 dinners)
Experienced English speaking local guides
Good quality hotels on twin share basis
Comprehensive group medical kit
Sightseeing and entry fees as listed in itinerary
Sleeper train to Xi'an
All transfers

What's not included

Visa costs
Travel Insurance (compulsory)
Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
Meals and beverages not mentioned in the program
Personal expenses such as additional snacks, soft drinks, souvenir shopping etc
Tips and gratuities
Vaccinations (please consult the Travel Doctor or GP for advice on vaccinations - take itinerary with you)

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