Global Chinese Education offers students several different sightseeing excursions during their stay in China. GCE's cooperation with China International Travel Service (CITS) will provide GCE's students with unique travel packages starting from as low as US $270. Sightseeing tours will also be organized around students' class time so as not to interfere with student attendance of our Chinese immersion program. Some of GCE's tours' can't miss destinations include the grass plains of Inner Mongolia, the Terracotta Warriors of Xi'an and the Shaolin Monastery in Zhengzhou .

Travel Details:

• Small group (8 - 20 travelers)
• Discount travel prices (as low as $250)
• All inclusive travel package (transportation, accommodation, admission, insurance etc.)
• English speaking tour guide (licensed, qualified and experienced)

Select the destination you want to discover .

Shanghai

Shanghai, Hu for short, is situated on the estuary of China's Yangtze River. It is the largest industrial city in China, covering an area of 5,800 square kilometers (2,239 square miles), and containing a population of 18.7 million, including a migrant population of 2 million.

Originally, Shanghai was a seaside fishing village. In time, its gradual development was followed by it being granted County status on August 19th, 1291 during the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368). Today's Shanghai is a multi-cultural metropolis with both modern and traditional Chinese features. Bustling Shanghai has much to offer even the most descriminating traveler, providing more than a mere taste of China, both modern and old.

Serving as the largest base of Chinese industrial technology, an important seaport and China 's largest commercial and financial center, Shanghai has recently drawn the attention of the whole world.

Modern Shanghai has three key areas of interest to the visitor: The People's Square along the Huangpu River provides a number of sightseeing, business and shopping opportunities to the interested traveler; the city's Cultural Center hosts a considerable number of public activities and community facilities; And finally Sheshan , Chongming Island , Dingshan Lake and Shenshuigang Area serve as the main entertainment and holiday tourism district of the city.

Known as "The Paris of the Orient", Shanghai is a shopper's paradise. Among the several "musts" for tourists is Nanjing Road. Huaihai Road intrigues those with modern and fashionable tastes, while Sichuan North Road meets the demands of ordinary folk. In addition, the Xujiahui Shopping Center , Yuyuan Shopping City , and Jiali Sleepless City are thriving and popular destinations for those who are seeking to buy something special as a memento of their visit.

A wide variety of cuisines can be found in Shanghai and today the city offers a plethora of culinary delights focusing on the traditions of Beijing , Yangzhou , Sichuan , Guangzhou as well as its own local dishes. Shanghai 's restaurants are among the finest in China, welcoming diners from around the world.

ITINERARY

Friday
Depart Beijing by train to Shanghai (13 hours)

Saturday
Arrive in Shanghai
Visit Yuyuan Garden, the Bund and the Jade Buddha Temple, the Shanghai Museum and the Huangpu River
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Accommodation: three star hotel

Sunday
Visit the Oriental Pearl TV Tower, Lujiazui Economic Zone and shop at the famous Nanjing Road
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Depart from Shainghai

Monday
Arrive in Beijing

*Total Program Student Price.
For all other students, an additional fee of US$70 per destination applies.

The Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region , bordering to the north both the Republic of Mongolia and Russia , is the widest province in China (by its latitude). It is the third largest Chinese province (over 1.1 million square kilometers or 424,736 square miles) but not very populated. The province has about 24 million inhabitants. Many ethnic groups are living in this area including Mongolian, Daur, Oroqen, Ewenki, Hui, Han , Korea and Manchu. Hohhot is the capital of Inner Mongolia .

But what is most attractive about Inner Mongolia is its natural beauty. Vast grasslands, including the Xilamuren Grassland, Gegentala Grassland and Huitengxile Grassland are all good places for a appreciating the vast and open terrain Mongolia has to offer. The mushroom-like yurts, bright sky, fresh air, rolling grass as well as flocks and herds moving like white clouds on the remote grassland, all combine to create a pleasant and idyllic landscape for the traveler to appreciate. While visiting Inner Mongolia you may try different activities such as Mongolian wrestling, horse & camel riding, rodeo competitions, archery, visiting traditional families all while enjoying traditional Mongolian singing and dancing.

Friday
Depart Beijing by train to Huhhot, capital of Inner Mongolia (9 hours)

Saturday
Arrive in Hohhot, travel by bus to the Grand Grasslands.

Sunday
come back to Beijing

*Total Program Student Price.
For all other students, an additional fee of US$70 per destination applies.

Travel Package Price includes
- two-way train tickets
- accommodation in Monglian Yurt
- Meals
- admission to attractions
- tourist guide
- GCE Travel Director
- Air-conditioned bus

*Total Program Student Price.
For all other students, an additional fee of US$70 per destination applies.

Harbin is the capital city of Heilongjiang Province. The Harbin Ice Festival, established in 1985, is held annually from January 5 and lasts for over one month. It is China 's oldest and greatest ice artwork festival, attracting hundreds of thousands of local people and visitors from all over the world.

The city's location in northeast China accounts for its arctic climate which provides abundant natural ice and snow. Consequently, the ' Ice City ' of Harbin is recognized as the cradle of ice and snow art in China and is famous for its exquisite and artistic ice and snow sculptures. The fabulous Ice Lantern Festival was the forerunner of the current festival and is still the best loved part of the overall event by those who come to Harbin each year.

Arrive in Harbin .
Visit Sun Island and see the Ice and Snow Festival, as well as visiting the Siberian Tiger Park.
Visit Sofia Church and stroll down central street
Spend the evening at the Ice Lantern Show at Ice and Snow World
Meals: Breakfast - Chinese style lunch and dinner
Stay overnight at a three star hotel.

*Total Program Student Price.
For all other students, an additional fee of US$70 per destination applies.

Travel Package Price includes
- two-way train tickets
- 3 star hotel accommodation
- Meals
- admission to attractions
- tourist guide
- GCE Travel Director
- Air-conditioned bus

Study Features:

The Mandarin immersion program consists of core language classes, after-class tuition, electives, and language exchange program. Choose to study in Beijing and/or Shanghai.

• Study in Beijing
• Total immersion in the Chinese language
• Small classes averaging 5 to 8 students*
• Total Beginner to Proficient classes are available
• Choose to study 4 weeks to one academic year
• Regular (20 hrs /week) or Intensive (30 hrs/week) course
• Free after-class language tutoring
• Free Electives: language and non-language focused
• Language Exchange Program with native speakers
• Free guided excursions around Beijing and activities

*Small classes are available at the Academy of Chinese Language Study in Beijing

HOW TO APPLY

Step 1 : Select the study program in BEIJING
Step 2 : Select the travel city and dates that fall within your study duration
Step 3 : Add the travel price per destination
Step 4 : Fill in the GCE Study and Travel Application Form

* For Tuition only and Tuition Plus students, an additional fee of $70 per destination applies.

REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must be:
18 to 60 years old (with exceptions)
In good health
A high school graduate


APPLICATION

For How To Apply Guide, click here
For the Application Form, click here