check out a typical arc
china itinerary.
Since in-country logistics are subject to change for year to year - please take the table below as a guide only. And, as always, feel free to give us a call at 800.317.6789 or +1.941.924.6789 for the most up-to-date information.
DAY |
DESCRIPTION |
1 |
Fly day! - Students fly together from Chicago to Beijing. |
2 |
Beating Jet Lag In Beijing - Students arrive in Beijing in the afternoon and get settled into their comfortable and clean apartment home. Students enjoy their first of many fantastic Chinese meals, have Arc orientation and check-in, and try to get some sleep after months of anticipation come to an end! |
3
- 11 |
"Just Another Day"...In Beijing!?! -
A typical day in Beijing includes...
-"Rise and Weep!", morning showers, and breakfast a la the "chefs of the day" - Morning Language Classes - Lunch a la the "chefs of the day" - Afternoon daily excursion. Destinations include the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace, Yong He Gong, Hou Hai Lake, markets, museums, panda zoos, calligraphy classes, and more - Afternoon service work including baby/toddler care and/or older orphan care with China Little Flower - Dinner out - Lifeworks Forum, evening programs, games and movie nights - Optional evening and night shifts in baby care...for those who can't get enough of the wonderful children! |
12
- 14 |
Xi'an - Students travel local style on an exciting overnight train to Xi'an. With arguably more precious relics and historical sties than any other location in China, students explore the famous Army of the Terra cotta Warriors, Xi'an City Wall, Grand Mosque, museums, and have countless opportunities to put their language skills into practice. |
15
- 18 |
Shanxi and Taiyuan - Students explore the splendid landscapes and cultural sites of Shanxi and Taiyuan. In addition to language practice, small hikes and cultural touring, students are able to see where many of the Beijing orphans come from. Community service work includes long term baby care and educational initiatives for the older orphans. |
19
- 20 |
"Just Another Day"...In Beijing!?! - Full program days in Beijing. See days 3 - 11. The last day is always so hard! Students have a grand feast on their final night, and, perhaps, shed a few tears during our slide show and closing program. |
21 |
So Hard To Say Goodbye - Students say goodbye to their new friends. Without fail there is a mix of emotions - there is excitement to return home; there is sadness to leave. Students fly together Beijing to Chicago and continue on to their respective homes and families. |
