Arrive in Xi'an • Explore the bustling Muslim Quarter and waft the mouth-watering smells of snacks and treats • Visit a stunning mosque infused with Buddhist and Islamic architectural designs • Shadows come to life at a traditional shadow puppet show
Education - Cradle of Civilization (Xi'an)
Catapult students into an out-of-classroom history excursion on this trip to visit 'must-see' relics and promote student-to-local encounters.
About This Trip
From studying the individually distinct faces of the Terracotta Warriors to making traditional dumplings with a local farmer, this ancient adventure immerses students in the history and culture of the Yellow River basin - the birthplace of Chinese civilization. Once a pit stop on the ancient Silk Road, Xi'an still recalls the past with its bustling Muslim Quarter and architecturally syncretic Mosque. Xi'an is an ideal out-of-classroom destination to explore both Islam and Buddhism.
Trip Length
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3
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$399 /person
Education Tour
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What we love
- Dig into ancient Chinese history - literally
- Make a difference by supporting local charities and NGOs
- Swing by the countryside for a taste of local folk culture
TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
DETAILED ITINERARY
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Day 1
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Day 2
Gaze into the heart of Xi'an as you bike along the Ancient City Wall • Learn about China's "Cradle of Civilization" at the Shaanxi History Museum with an educational scavenger hunt • Climb up the Big Goose Pagoda • Watch a dazzling fountain show with the locals
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Day 3
Take a stand before the unflinching, eternally-stationed Terracotta Warriors Army • Pop into a local cave dwelling, one of countless subterranean burrows honeycombing rural China • Gaze up at the enormous bronze-cast bell of Xian's Bell Tower • Tear through bite-sized pieces of heaven at a delicious dumpling dinner
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Day 4
Swing by the countryside for a taste of local folk culture via a merry mix of dumpling-making, paper-cutting and farmers' painting •Give back to the Xi'an community and learn from a local NGO that assists the mentally handicapped • Finish off the trip with a farewell dinner
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Day 5
Return home by plane or train
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Culture
Whether it's experiencing the age-old customs of village life or learning about China's first emperor through his Terracotta Warriors, this immersive program puts students at the heart of the action.
Service
This service-learning program empowers students to make a difference at a community center for the mentally challenged.
Tour Reviews
International School - Jakarta, Indonesia, Dec 2015The kids really liked the diverse program... from rock climbing, orienteering, bike rides… and even working on the local farm!
Language School - Moscow, Russia, May 2016Every day was different and outstanding in its own way!
High School - Lakeville, USA, Jun 2016Camping at Everest Base Camp was outstanding and the Sakya Monastery experience was remarkable. In fact, nothing (about the trip) was disappointing. It really was exceptional.
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