go china programme

Contents
1. Trip Highlights
2. Trip Overview
3. Destination Overview
4. Full Itinerary
5. Accommodation
6. Meals
7. Whats included and whats not included
8. What to pack
9. FAQs
10.Our Details
1. Trip Highlights
Ø A cable ride to the best part of the Great Wall of China (Mutianyu) Then slide
back down by toboggan!
See an authentic Kung Fu show in Beijing from Shaolin Monks then actually
learn Kung fu from a master on a beach in Qingdao
See all the sights Beijing has to offer including the Forbidden city, Summer
palace.. even the fake market!
Learn Chinese for 3 weeks in our language school with a total of 45 hours
Learn some Chinese cooking, painting, calligraphy, tea culture and lots more!
Stay in a luxury hotel in Beijing and live with a Chinese family for three weeks
in Qingdao
Visit a Chinese factory and an international company’s office and learn all
about the Chinese business environment
Destination Overview
Beijing
Beijing, the capital of China, is a city where the ancient culture and the modern
civilization are well integrated. It attracts tens of millions of visitors and tourists both
at home and abroad each year to enjoy its rich culture and wonderful scenery.
Beijing is endowed with rare cultural heritage by its long history. The Great Wall, one
of the world wonders, meanders through mountains and valleys for over 5500 miles.
The poetic and picturesque Summer Palace is a classic work of the imperial garden.
The Forbidden City, where the Emperor used to live, is the most splendid architectural
complex of imperial palaces in the world.
So, come, enjoy the chance to see one of the most interesting and vibrant cities in the
world!
Qingdao
You may not have heard of Qingdao before, but to Chinese people and westerners
living in China, Qingdao is the nicest coastal city in the country. The mix of clean air,
gorgeous golden beaches beaches, a moderate climate and its close proximity to
Beijing and Shanghai make Qingdao a dream location.
Qingdao is a city with over eight million inhabitants, about 2.5 million of which live in
the downtown area, and boasts the second busiest shipping port in Asia. However,
with a unique history and mix of seaside chic and modern development – it is not
your typical huge Chinese metropolis.
Qingdao has its own unique flair as it was a German colony around the start of the
20th Century and there are still many European style buildings in the old part of
Qingdao, however this taste of the past is now contrasted with sleek glass
skyscrapers which emphasise a growing cosmopolitanism. The city is surrounded by
the holy mountains of ‘Lao Shan’. This range of mountain trails, waterfalls, temples
and coastal views was said to be the birthplace of Taoism and is easily within reach.
Full itinerary
Day one
Meet our GoChina team at the airport arrival gate and they will take you to the Beijing
hotel where you can rest for a bit before having your first taste of proper Chinese
food at the welcome meal.
Day Two
Jetlag wont stop us! We will dive straight into the action by visiting Tiananmen square
then the notorious Forbidden city the realm of Chinas old Emperors.
In the evening we will go to one of the best Beijing Duck restaurants in the World so
you can try this iconic dish
Day Three
This day we will go to the Ming tombs to see the resting place of the Emperors, then
on to the Great Wall! Taking a cable-car to the top of the wall will be exciting.. but not
as much fun as taking the toboggan down again! Not many people can say they
have slid down the Great wall of China!
Day Four
The emperor had a place where he escaped the chaos of the city, it is called the
Summer Palace, and it truly is a place of beauty. We will spend the day here and
have lunch in Suzhou street (a recreation of old China).
In the evening we will go to the Red Theatre to marvel at the Shaolin monks perform
a Kung Fu show.
Day Five
Enjoy a relaxing morning at JingShan Park overlooking the entire city then on to
Beijing’s world famous Silk market where you can practice your negotiations skills to
pick up some bargains… make sure you have enough room in your luggage for all
the treasures though!
Day Six
Work up an appetite learning about Chinese History in the National Museum in the
morning then we will go to Wangfujing food street to try some delicacies… ever
wondered what a scorpion tastes like? How about a snake? At this food street you
can try it all from Starfish to bugs, all the way to Tarantulas! Don’t worry though, if
you don’t fancy these there are plenty of nice things to try!
Later on in the evening we will go to see the crazy Beijing Acrobatics show which will
shock and amaze you!
Day Seven
Take the Bullet train from Beijing to Qingdao, this is a luxurious and relaxing journey
giving you the chance to see China’s countryside.
Upon arrival in Qingdao you will meet more of the GoChina team to be taken and
personally introduced to your host families.
Day Eight
Meet with the rest of our GoChina Qingdao team and enjoy a welcome Lunch in the
City. Afterwards, our team will show you the location of the language school and give
you an orientation session to get you familiar with the city. Feel free to relax or
explore for the rest of the evening.
Week one in Qingdao
You will get up early and start your Chinese lessons at 9am in our language school.
Finishing at 12 you will have an hour for lunch then ready to start your first culture
classes. These will include –
Kung fu on the beach! Taught by a Local Kung Fu master you will learn some mantis
style.
Chinese tea ceremony to learn about the kung fu style tea culture of China and its
importance in business.
A tour around old town Qingdao to see the German heritage and influence including a
trip to a 360 degree rotating tower.
A visit to the beer museum and factory where you can see the world famous brew
being made. Qingdao beer is China’s number one exported product.
Have a seminar from a local business speaker and learn about the Chinese business
culture and its importance for your future.
Day Fourteen + Fifteen
On your first weekend in Qingdao GoChina will organise a trip or event which could
be rock climbing on the mountain, paintballing, sailing etc plenty of fun things to do!
These events are optional and you can choose to relax on the beach all weekend if
you want!
Week two
Another week of Chinese language classes in the morning and culture classes in the
afternoons, this week includes –
Chinese painting class
A trip to a Chinese factory to see how things are made in China
A business dinner simulation to learn how business dining etiquette works in China
A seminar from a local Business expert about Chinese cultural differences
Chinese cooking class to learn some popular Chinese dishes
Day Twenty one and Twenty two
Another weekend full of fun optional events to choose from!
Week Three
Your final week of language classes and cultural classes which will include –
Chinese calligraphy class
Visit an international companies office and see how they do business in China
Learn how to make traditional Chinese dumplings in our second cookery class
A final business seminar about business development in China
The last culture class will be a treasure hunt around the city finding clues and solving
puzzles to win a grand prize!
The last weekend
Enough time for you to pack your bags and bid farewell to your host families before
being taken to the airport and checked into your flight home by our GoChina team!
Accommodation
In Beijing you will be staying in shared twin bedroom rooms in a four star hotel in
the city centre. A buffet breakfast will be served in the hotel every morning.
In Qingdao you will be matched and accommodated with a Chinese host family to
suit you. You will have your own room and facilities and the house will also have
internet for you to use. The families will teach you all about daily living in China and
you will be culturally immersed!
Meals
In Beijing the hotel will provide breakfast every morning, for lunch and dinner we will
dine out at various restaurants around the city trying all that China has to offer!
In Qingdao the host family will cook you lunch and dinner every day and you can
choose what to have for lunch from the multitude of restaurants surrounding your
language school..
What’s Included?
Return flights from Manchester to China with the entire group
Breakfast and dinner every day!
All Transportation within China including Train from Beijing to Qingdao
Orientation sessions in China
Airport transfers
Language classes for 3 weeks in Qingdao
Culture classes for 3 weeks in Qingdao
All trips and events in Qingdao and Beijing
Pre departure workshop
Homestay accommodation in Qingdao
Hotel accommodation in Beijing
Visa
Insurance
For a full list of whats included in detail, please check out our prices downloadable on
our website - http://internchina.com/documentation/gochina/gochina-prices.pdf
What’s Not Included?
Just some money for lunch every day (around £3 per day) and for personal spending
money for souvenirs etc.
What To Pack
Please note that this kit list is intended to help you plan what you may need to take
with you and, therefore, you may not need all of the listed items on your travels, nor
is it exhaustive.
Essentials
Comfortable shoes/Flip flops
At least 4-tshirts and a light sweater/hoodie
2 pairs of shorts/skirts
1-2 pairs of jeans/trousers
Lots of Underwear
Hat for the sun
Sunglasses
Washbag
Camera/phone and charger
Suncream
Mosquito repellent
Passport/visa
Documents – photocopies of important documents: passport photo and visa
page, credit cards, insurance policy and the phone numbers of your next of kin
A small gift for your host family
Other Suggestions include –
Favourite snacks
A book
Adapter plugs (see picture below)
Wetwipes/alcohol hand wash
Some paraceptamol
FAQ
What is the age range for the programme?
16-18 inclusive, others will be judged on individual cases
How big are the group sizes?
From 10 -20 people
Will we have any free time?
In Beijing we will follow a set schedule with a coach transporting us to all the sights
but in Qingdao you are free to attend the weekend events or not, there will be plenty
of time for you to explore the city with your friends or host family! Our GoChina team
will always be on hand if you need any assistance.
How much spending money do I need?
Because all your accommodation and food are all included, you could technically do
the whole trip without spending a penny in China! But will all the amazing shops and
extra activities to tempt you, you might want to budget a couple of hundred pound
extra!
Do I need a visa to visit China?
Yes. But you don’t have to worry about any of that because we will take care of
everything for you!
Do I need to bring any bedding or towels?
No, everything will be provided fresh in the hotel and host family for you.
Will we get any more information after we book?
Yes, once signed up to the programme we will give you lots more information about
China, the language and about the culture. This way, you will be fully prepared and
excited before you arrive. We will be on hand by phone or email anytime you have a
question or concern about the programme.
Our Details
Please feel free to email us if you have any questions or would like more information
- [email protected]
Our Manchester team can be reached at the following address The Shed, Chester St, Manchester, M1 5GD
Tel: +44 (0) 161 8188823