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Duration

14 days 13 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

50 people

Languages

Chinese, English

About this tour

This special tour is designed for American children traveling to China, offering an immersive experience of China’s rich history, culture, and heritage.

Tour Dates

07/05/2025-07/18/2025

Tour Background – China Culture

China, with its 5,000-year-old civilization, boasts a rich and enduring culture. Its architecture, like the Great Wall and the Forbidden City, reflects the grandeur and craftsmanship of ancient royal power. Bronzeware showcases the exquisite casting techniques of early civilizations, highlighting their achievements. Water conservancy projects like the Dujiangyan exemplify the wisdom of ancient Chinese in managing nature. Calligraphy is the soul of Chinese culture, with each stroke flowing with millennia of historical elegance. Theater forms like Peking opera combine performance, music, and dance, offering a unique artistic expression. Poetry, represented by Tang and Song dynasties, encapsulates cultural emotions and philosophical thought. China’s abundant flora and fauna, like the giant panda, reflect a harmonious relationship with nature.

Highlights

  • Chinese Historical Wonders: The Great Wall, Palace Museum and the National Museum
  • Landmarks of Beijing: The Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Bird's Nest, Water Cube, China National Arts and Crafts Museum, Ethnological Museum
  • Traditional Chinese Culture: Martial Arts, Tai Chi, Chinese Characters, Calligraphy, Peking Opera Masks
  • Historical China-US Friendship: General Stilwell Memorial, Flying Tigers Memorial
  • Ancient Mysterious Chinese Relics: Sanxingdui Museum
  • Daoist Culture and Ancient Water Conservancy Projects: Mount Qingcheng, Dujiangyan Irrigation System
  • Millennia of Poetic Culture: Du Fu Thatched Cottage, Wuhou Shrine
  • Rare and Endangered Animals of the World: Giant Panda Base

Included/Excluded

  • Visa: Participants can apply for a 5-year multiple-entry "F" visa using the program's official Invitation Letter at a Chinese Embassy or Consulate in the U.S. The visa application fee is waived. Each stay in China must not exceed six months.
  • Accommodation: Lodging throughout the program (hotel or on-campus apartment).
  • Transportation: City tour bus expenses for local travel; Intercity transportation within China.
  • Meals: Daily group meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Entrance Fees: Admission tickets to all scheduled attractions and cultural sites.
  • Registration Fee: $399
  • International Airfare: found-trip flight expenses between the U.S. and China.
  • Insurance: personal accident and medical insurance for the duration of international travel.
  • Additional Expenses: food and beverages beyond the provided daily meals (e.g., snacks, takeout, extra drinks) and personal purchases such as souvenirs and other personal items.

Itinerary

  • Morning: Arrive in Beijing, airport pickup, and hotel check-in

  • Afternoon: Opening ceremony & welcome dinner

 

  • Morning: Hike the Great Wall, a world wonder and symbol of China's history

  • Afternoon: Chinese calligraphy & character culture class, experiencing the beauty of Chinese writing

 

  • Morning: Walk along Beijing’s Central Axis, visit the Forbidden City and the National Museum of China to learn about imperial history

  • Afternoon: Discover local life at Qianmen Street & Dashilan, taste authentic Beijing snacks, and explore time-honored brands

 

 

  • Morning: Visit iconic Olympic landmarks: Bird’s Nest (National Stadium) and Water Cube (National Aquatics Center); explore the China Arts and Crafts Museum

  • Afternoon: Chinese Martial Arts & Tai Chi lesson, experiencing the philosophy of balance and strength

 

  • Morning: Explore Temple of Heaven, an ancient imperial sacrificial site; enjoy a traditional acrobatics show

  • Afternoon: Beijing Opera Face Painting workshop, learning the meanings behind the colorful masks

 

  • Morning: Stroll through Summer Palace, China’s finest imperial garden; visit the Chinese Ethnic Museum to learn about China’s diverse ethnic cultures

  • Afternoon: Chinese Ethnic Dance lesson, experiencing the beauty of different folk dances

 

  • Morning: Fly to Chongqing

  • Afternoon: Arrive in Chongqing, explore the stunning Hongya Cave at night, and check in at the hotel

 

  • Morning: Visit the General Stilwell Museum and Flying Tigers Memorial, commemorating Sino-American friendship during WWII

  • Afternoon: Cultural exchange activities with local students; after dinner, take a high-speed train to Chengdu

 

  • Morning: Explore Sanxingdui Museum, discovering the mysteries of the ancient Shu civilization

  • Afternoon: Stroll through Chunxi Road & Taikoo Li, visit People’s Park, and experience the relaxed lifestyle of Chengdu

 

  • Morning: Hike Qingcheng Mountain, a sacred Daoist site

  • Afternoon: Visit the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a masterpiece of ancient Chinese water conservancy engineering

 

  • Morning: Visit Du Fu Thatched Cottage, learning about the life of the famous Tang dynasty poet

  • Afternoon: Tour Wuhou Shrine, exploring the history of the Three Kingdoms period

 

  • Morning: Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, observing adorable giant pandas up close

  • Afternoon: Free time to explore the charm of Chengdu at your own pace

 

  • Morning: Experience traditional Chinese craftsmanship, learning about Chengdu’s intangible cultural heritage

  • Afternoon: Final presentation & farewell banquet, celebrating the unforgettable journey with friends

 

  • All Day: Airport transfer and departure, marking the end of an amazing cultural adventure!

Durations

13-14 Days

Language

Chinese
English

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