Beijing & Xian

Day 1-3: Beijing - Embracing History and Heritage

  • Day 1: Arrival in Beijing

    • Transfer to a centrally located hotel within Beijing’s Fourth Ring Road.

    • Evening welcome dinner featuring traditional Peking Duck.

    • Brief orientation and overview of the trip’s cultural significance.

  • Day 2: Beijing’s Historical Treasures

    • Morning: Visit Tiananmen Square

    • Afternoon: Guided tour of the Forbidden City, focusing on imperial history.

  • Day 3: Beijing People’s Daily Life

    • Morning: Visit Temple of Heaven

    • Afternoon: Guided tour of the Beijing Hutongs , focusing on people’s daily life.

  • Day 4: The Great Wall Experience

    • Full-day excursion to the Mutianyu Great Wall with a focus on the significance of the Wall in Chinese history.

      Evening: Overnight train to Xian

5-6: Xi'an - Tracing Ancient Footsteps

  • Day 5: Travel to Xi'an

    • Morning train arrival into Xi’an.

    • Afternoon: Visit the Ancient City Wall and learn about its historical importance.

  • Day 6: Terracotta Warriors and Historical Insight

    • Full-day tour of the Terracotta Warriors, with expert-led discussion on its discovery and relevance to Chinese heritage.

    • Evening : Walk around Xian Muslim Street

Nanjing, Suzhou & Hangzhou

Day 7-8: Nanjing - Reflections on History

  • Day 7: Travel to Nanjing

    • Morning high-speed train to Nanjing.

    • Afternoon: Visit the Nanjing Massacre Memorial Hall to learn about modern history.

    • Evening: Explore Confucius Temple and nearby Qinhuai River.

  • Day 8: Historical and Cultural Learning

    • Morning: Tour the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum.

    • Afternoon: Workshop on Chinese philosophy and its influence on personal values.

    • Evening: Group discussion on history, memory, and reconciliation.

Day 9-11: Suzhou & Hangzhou - Beauty and Harmony

  • Day 9: Travel to Suzhou

    • Morning: High-speed train to Suzhou.

    • Afternoon: Visit the Humble Administrator’s Garden and learn about classical Chinese garden design.

    • Evening: Explore Pingjiang Road and its traditional architecture.

  • Day 10: Cultural Heritage in Suzhou

    • Morning: Visit the Suzhou Museum and participate in a silk-making workshop.

    • Afternoon: Tour the Lingering Garden and explore ancient water towns nearby.

  • Day 11: Travel to Hangzhou

    • Morning: High-speed train to Hangzhou.

    • Afternoon: Boat ride on West Lake with a focus on Chinese poetry and literature.

Shanghai

Day 12-14: Shanghai - Future and Reflection

  • Day 12: Travel to Shanghai

    • Morning: High-speed train to Shanghai.

    • Afternoon: Tour the Bund and Yu Garden, focusing on Shanghai’s blend of traditional and modern culture.

    • Evening: Group discussion on modern China and its global influence.

  • Day 13: Personal Exploration and Connection

    • Morning: Visit the Shanghai People’s Park and Shanghai Urban Planning Center or a local charity to explore diverse cultural connections.

    • Afternoon: Free time for personal exploration or visit a local adoption organization.

    • Evening: Farewell dinner and sharing session reflecting on the journey and its impact.

  • Day 14: Departure from Shanghai

    • Morning: Closing ceremony and group reflection.

    • Transfer to the airport for departure.

    Upon Request