China Language & Cultural Immersion
Location
China
Description
Go beyond the wall on this journey through Chinas lesser-know n regions.
We escape the tourist track in order to delve deeper into Chinese society and learn about the many cultures that contribute to China as we know it today. Immersion in Mandarin, visits to Buddhist monasteries, experiencing the Tibetan-influenced Naxi culture, and volunteering at a Giant Panda reservethis trip has it all!
Highlights
Service Projects
* Earn 30-50 community service hours
* Education- Volunteer in orphanage and teach English lessons to school children
* Community Development- Plan activities and dance lessons for elderly residents in Old Town Lijang
* Environmental- Participate in recycling projects in Yuhu Village
* Wildlife Care & Conservation- Work with the endangered Giant Panda
Language Immersion
* Receive Mandarin language lessons facilitated by native Chinese teachers
* Practice conversation skills through conversation exchanges
* Learn Chinese through cultural activities, tai chi, and sports
* Visit with local families and farmers
Adventure & Cultural Activities
* Explore the Olympic venues of Beijing
* Visit the Terracotta Warriors, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and other famous sites
* Toboggan slide on the world-famous Great Wall of China
* Bike to Buddhist Monasteries outside of Lijiang