China Cultural School Trips & Tours

Take an internal flight to Chongqing and then set sail on an amazing three day 5* cruise through spectacular scenery.

Day 1: Stop at the new town of Fengdu; the old town is now flooded due to the Three Gorges Dam.

Day 2: Cruise through the Three Gorges - Qutang, Wu and Xiing - and along the Shen Nong Stream.

Day 3: Your group will visit the dam itself, renowned as the world’s greatest dam and HEP project. The project is named on a number of specifications as a recommended case study and ties in with the new AS/A2 study themes.

An ancient city with a 2,500 year history! Visit the Humble Administrator’s Garden and the silk factory. A short cruise on the Grand Canal will fascinate your students as they observe the river life and this amazing city from an ideal viewpoint.

Xian offers opportunities to study cultural diversity and observe tourism impact and management strategies. Marvel over the Terracotta Army, dating from 210BC and discovered in 1974. Make a short visit to the Huaqing Hot Spring before spending time at the Big Wild Goose Pagoda, a well-preserved ancient building and a holy place for Buddhists. Spend time exploring the Muslim Quarter or cycling along the top of the city walls. You could even enjoy the Tang Dynasty Show, which past groups have said makes a great evening activity.

Shanghai’s rapid economic development perfectly exemplifies the issue of globalisation, and also links to studies of world cities, urbanisation and development. Visit the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Pudong’s special economic zone, China’s busiest shopping street, Naying Lu, and People’s Square where Tai Chi is performed at sunrise. The Jade Buddha Temple and the Yuyuan Gardens are also excellent visits. Why not end your day with a fantastic evening cruise on the Huangpu River!

Hutong is an ancient city alleyway or lane typical of ancient Beijing. Your local guide will introduce you to several interesting old hutongs in the Houhai area and to a local hutong family. Your group can have lunch with the local residents and have a short talk.

First you will be introduced to the different painting styles in different times of Chinese history in a local art gallery. Then, everybody will get a brush pen and rice paper and learn some basic strokes of Chinese calligraphy. The local art teacher will show you the basic skills of Chinese painting, like drawing a panda and Chinese bamboo.

Your local guide will give you some information about Chinese cuisines, then, in the kitchen of a local restaurant, the chef will show you how to cook Chinese dishes and how to make dumplings. Through this cooking lesson, you will learn the basic recipes, cutting skills, seasonings, and you will also get the chance to make your own dishes.

One of the oldest zoos in China, with one of the largest collections of animals, Beijing Zoo has over six million visitors each year. Best known for its pandas, the zoo also houses several other endangered animals.

Chinese acrobatics covers anything from gymnastics and animal tricks to juggling and magic. The performances are spectacular and students will be talking about them for years to come.

Chinese martial arts have been practised for over 4,000 years and over the years have developed into a number of styles. This show showcases a spectacle of modern dance and traditional arts to provide a truly unique performance.

Take this unique chance for UK students to learn about Chinese educational and cultural differences. On a three-hour visit, your students will share information about their life and school with local students. They will take an activity class together followed by a tour of the campus, before a chance to exchange contact details and gifts.

Take your students on an exciting and interesting shopping trip.