Day 1
Day 1
Departing the US
That’s right, you already have homework! Prepare a short self-introduction (in Chinese, of course) that you’ll use once you arrive in China and meet the other travelers in your group. Don’t forget to stretch before your long flight to China!
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Day 2
Day 2
Arrive in Beijing
• Arrival in Beijing
• Bus transfer to Hotel
• Hotel check-in & dinner
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Day 3
Day 3
The Great Wall
• Climb the Great Wall 长城 of China and practice your language while hiking
• Stretch your limbs at a Kung Fu Class 功夫课 in the afternoon
• Visit the Summer Palace 颐和园 and take a boat tour on Kunyu River to Yuyuan Tan 玉渊潭
• Peking Duck dinner 北京烤鸭
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Day 4
Day 4
Explore Beijing
• Cultural tour of Tiananmen Square 天安门 and a scavenger hunt in the Forbidden City 故宫寻宝
• Next, check out Beijing’s Hutongs 北京胡同 and be immersed in language and culture during lunch with Hutong locals
• Hutong Cultural activity options (choose 2 options): cricket fighting 斗蟋蟀, playing diabolo 抖空竹, paper cutting 剪纸, and Chinese knot 中国结
• Hotpot Dinner at Haidilao
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Day 5
Day 5
Transfer to Shanghai
• Breakfast and hotel check-out
• Tour of the Temple of Heaven 天坛 in the am, interact with locals and their daily routines (exercise)•Bus transfer from Hotel to Beijing HSR in PM to Shanghai
• Beijing -Shanghai at 12:00 or 1:00
• Lunch at station or packed lunch
• Take HSR to Shanghai
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Day 6
Day 6
Shanghai Arrive
• Arrive in Shanghai
• Meet Real Asia Shanghai Guide for HSR Pick-up and transfer to Partner School location
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Day 7
Day 7
Partner School Day
• Partner School - Real Asia Service on call
• Participate in school events (might be charity bazaar), lessons and/or sports experience
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Day 8
Day 8
Zhujiajiao Watertown
• Partner School - Real Asia Service on call
• Spend the morning and afternoon exploring the Ancient water town of Zhujiajiao, contrasting Shanghai's modernity.
• Return to Shanghai to visit the famous Oriental Pearl Tower and enjoy the stunning 360 degree view of Shanghai
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Day 9
Day 9
Explore Shanghai
• Partner School - Real Asia Service on call
• Spend your morning exploring the magic of Yu Gardens, a walk into the past.
• Visit the Yu Garden bazaar, enjoy amazing food like Xiaolongbao, and take in some shopping.
• In the afternoon/evening, visit the Shanghai Museum, where you'll learn the story of this incredible city.
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Day 10
Day 10
Return Home
• Partner School - Real Asia Service on call
• Transfer to PVG Airport to fly home
• Fly back to the US
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Day 1

Departing the US

This trip to Taiwan truly left the students with wonderful memories. The tour guide was friendly and knowledgeable, providing detailed explanations at each scenic destination along the way. Real Asia arranged excellent accommodations and a well-organized ten-day itinerary， with no forced shopping stops, which made the experience even more enjoyable. What was especially impressive was the visit to the affiliated high school of National Chung Hsing University, which was also arranged without any mandatory shopping stops. We return home not only with beautiful memories but with a deeper understanding, appreciation, and lasting friendship. Taiwan has truly left a special place in our hearts.

By Fu-Tseng C for 2026 Brookline High School Taiwan Trip on Apr 27, 2026

Our daughter had a great trip in China. Thank you for coordinating all the events, and everything seemed to go really well!!

By Keiko P for 2026 Berwick School Trip to China on Apr 22, 2026

10000000000000% worth it!

By Victoria L for 2026 Taiwan Discovery Journey on Apr 22, 2026

Our son had the best time! He said the trip was “well structured and each day felt new and non-repetitive”. Our son enjoyed the tour guide, James. He said he was very knowledgeable and made him laugh. James made the trip extra special. As parents, we missed our son yet knew he was safe and in good hands. Thank you for giving him a trip he will never forget and a life long love of travel!

By Nicole B for 2026 Oregon Episcopal Trip to Singapore on Apr 22, 2026

Outstanding tour from start to finish! The restaurant and hotel choices were top-notch and our tour guide was extremely knowledgable. I can't think of picking any other tour company other than Real Asia! They are the best and I look forward to working with them again in the near future.