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China - 6 day inclusive itinerary package from £975pp*

Travelling on selected dates in February 2014

Our most popular visits in China for Mandarin Language school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in China for Mandarin Language groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call 0845 688 8988 to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Cultural Experiences in Beijing

This is the political, cultural and educational centre of China, with historic buildings and landmarks showcasing Beijing’s role as an integral part of Chinese history. The city has re-invented itself, and the 2008 Olympic Games were an excellent chance to show the world a modern and vibrant China. NST can provide tailor-made itineraries which help students to compare ancient and modern Chinese culture.

Great Wall of China & Ming Tombs

Built 2,500 years ago, the Great Wall is one of China’s most historic and magnificent sights. An awe-inspiring attraction and one not to be missed! Many groups combine their visit with one to the Ming Tombs, the final resting place and mausoleums of 13 of the 16 Ming Dynasty emperors. Students can also walk the Sacred Way, flanked with detailed Ming Dynasty animal sculptures.

Forbidden City

Allow your students the opportunity to explore this mystical complex, which was for many years the symbolic heart of both the capital and the empire. It boasts a maze of 800 buildings and thousands of chambers, each constructed during the Mongol and Ming dynasties.

Temple of Heaven

Considered to be the most beautiful building in the City, The Temple of Heaven is conceived as the meeting point between heaven and earth and symbols of the two are integral to the temple’s layout. Its park is also a popular area in which to sit, drink tea and play and it is easy to see how Chinese people find peaceful seclusion in the grounds.

Tiananmen Square

The first stop for any visitor to Beijing has to be Tiananmen Square. Located in the heart of China, this symbolic public square has witnessed many of the events that have shaped the country’s often turbulent history.

Summer Palace

The Summer Palace (Yiheyuan) was a grand imperial palace and royal garden of the Qing Dynasty. The palaces are located in a vast public park, two thirds of which is a lake and imperial gardens in a classical Chinese style making it one of the most scenic spots in Beijing.

Friendship Store & Silk Alley

Beijing is somewhat of a shopper’s paradise and the Friendship Store and Silk Alley in the city are two of the best. Students can haggle for souvenirs such as silk garments, carpets (handmade), craft articles, clothing and books.

Olympic Stadium

The Beijing National Stadium, known colloquially as the Bird’s Nest, was the spectacular setting for the 2008 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Students can tour this large steel structure while your guide shares their own memories of the games and the legacy the games have left behind.

Language Workshops

Established in 1999, the Beijing Haidian Foreign Language Shiyan School provides a unique opportunity for students to learn or practise their Mandarin language skills with both Chinese teachers and students. Your students will receive two 45-minute classes before spending time with local students to discuss and compare their daily lives, before joining in with a lesson.

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Rainbow Hotel

The Rainbow Hotel is an attractive, modern hotel, built in 1989 and renovated to a high standard in 2007.

Rainbow Hotel

The Rainbow Hotel is a large, modern hotel with excellent facilities, located in the heart of Beijing and within easy reach of most of the city’s main attractions.

Address No 11 Xijing Road Xuanwu District Beijing China View map of location	Local Rating Official 3* category with standards that are similar to that of a 4*
	Capacity 700 guests in 366 rooms over 13 floors

Location Information

The Rainbow Hotel is located in the centre of the city, close to Tiananmen Square, just a 45 minute ride from Capitol Airport and 15 minutes from Beijing’s Central Station. The Temple of Heaven, arguably the most beautiful building in the city, is just a 10 minute walk from the hotel. A 15 minute walk will bring you to Qianmen Street which 500 years ago was the city’s business centre but is now better known for its range of antiques and its reputation as a place to buy traditional handicrafts, and enjoy local delicacies.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour reception with English-speaking staff
• Large dining room
• 7 Meeting rooms
• Coffee shop
• Bar
• Souvenir shops
• Karaoke room
• 4 lifts
• Disabled facilities: The hotel has 3 rooms which have been specifically adapted for disabled guests.

 Student Rooms

• Twin bedded rooms
• En-suite facilities
• Table
• Armchairs
• Satellite TV
• Telephone
• Air-conditioning
• Minibar
• Safety deposit box

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/singles
• En-suite facilities
• Table
• Armchairs
• Satellite TV
• Telephone
• Air-conditioning
• Minibar
• Safety deposit box

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Magnolia Hotel

A modern hotel with rooms distributed over 15 floors in a fan shape. The hotel was built in 1988 and last renovated in 2009.

Magnolia Hotel

A pleasant hotel with good facilities, well located for explorations into the city.

Address 1251 Siping Road Shanghai View map of location	Local Rating 3 Star
	Capacity 258 rooms, 500 persons

Location Information

The hotel is located in the east part of the city, near to Tongji University and the Wujiaochang commercial district, and a one hour drive to / from Shanghai Pudong International Airport.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour Reception
• Lobby / Bar area
• 4 Lifts
• Dining room
• 5 meeting rooms
• Gift shop
• Karaoke room
• Disabled facilities: There are 3 rooms that have been specifically adapted for wheelchair users. The hotel is fully accessible to wheelchair users.

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms
• En-suite facilities
• TV
• Telephone
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Safety deposit box
• Desk
• Hairdryer
• Daily housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron & ironing board
• Refrigerator

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• TV
• Telephone
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Safety deposit box
• Desk
• Hairdryer
• Daily housekeeping
• Internet access
• Iron & ironing board
• Refrigerator

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Wan Nian Hotel

Conveniently located modern hotel.

Wan Nian Hotel

A very elegant, well-maintained and welcoming hotel with attentive and courteous staff

Address 93 Changle Zhong Road 710032 Xian View map of location	Local Rating 4 Star
	Capacity 330 rooms spread over 26 floors and served by 5 lifts. The hotel is made up of 3 parts: the 26-story main building, 6-story adjoining building and crescent-shaped annex.

Location Information

The Wan Nian Hotel is located in the east of the city, 4km from railway station and 48km from the airport, on the road leading to the Terracotta Warriors. The Bank of China is located next door and there is a market nearby.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Restaurant
• Bar / Lounge
• Hairdresser
• Massage / Beauty Salon
• Laundry
• Currency Exchange
• Business Centre
• Ticket Agency
• Table Tennis
• Indoor swimming pool on 7^th floor
• 5 small meeting rooms seating up to 30 people
• Function hall
• Disabled facilities: There are no rooms specifically adapted to wheelchairs users but common areas are wheelchair accessible (lift included) and public bathrooms are also adapted (they have grab bars).

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms
• En-suite facilities
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Hairdryer
• Telephone

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Air conditioning
• TV
• Hairdryer
• Telephone

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Paradise Hotel

A large hotel that was built in 2009. Offering a high standard of comfort, this hotel is used by both tourist and business clients alike

Paradise Hotel

A modern hotel extending over 12 floors

Address 2558 Changyang Road Yangpu District Shanghai China View map of location	Local Rating 4*
	Capacity 230 rooms / 345 persons

Location Information

In Yangpu district, in the eastern part of Shanghai. A tube station is currently being built nearby to the hotel and is due to open in July 2013

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24 hour reception
• Bar
• Lounge
• 3 lifts
• 2 dining rooms. Buffet breakfast is served. Other meals usually taken at restaurants according to your programme
• Air conditioning throughout the hotel
• 6 meeting rooms of 20-100 pax (a supplement for hire of these may be applicable)
• Disabled facilities: Public areas only

 Student Rooms

• 2-3 bedded rooms (twins using an extra bed)
• En suite facilities
• Television and telephone in all rooms
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Safety deposit boxes

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En suite facilities
• Television and telephone in all rooms
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Safety deposit boxes

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With the help of our partners in China, and the knowledge of your Local Guide, we’ve selected a high standard of hotel and local restaurants which will automatically be included within your full board package price. Pre-paying for your meals will make planning your budget easier too.

National & Local Guides

Included in your itinerary package! Your group will be accompanied by an English-speaking National Guide throughout your tour, with an additional Local Guide in each city. You will be provided with useful information at each site, assisted with entry into attractions and all your meals, and given general support as and when you need it. Previous groups have rated the quality and enthusiasm of our Guides very highly.