11-Day Educational Exchange Program in Beijing, Xi’an and Chengdu

Trip Summary

This successful 11-day China-USA youth cultural exchange program took place in 2025 Spring, covering three iconic Chinese cities: Beijing, Xi’an, and Chengdu. The entire itinerary aimed to deepen the participants’ understanding of Chinese history and culture, promote language exchange, and foster personal growth. The program achieved highly positive results.

 

Program Goals and Core Content

The primary goal was to provide American youth with an in-depth understanding of China’s rich history and culture, experience different city lifestyles, and enhance their Chinese language skills. The itinerary focused on “cultural experiences, historical exploration, and city discovery,” including visits to historical sites, traditional performances, community involvement, and interactive activities.

 

Our Service Standards

To ensure the students’ experience was of the highest quality, we offered a series of premium services:

  • Accommodation in four-star or higher hotels, guaranteeing comfort and safety.
  • Full-time bilingual coordinators responsible for logistical support, itinerary coordination, and handling any emergencies to ensure smooth progress.
  • Cultural bilingual tour guides delivering detailed explanations about each site’s history and cultural background, enriching students’ knowledge during sightseeing.
  • Carefully selected authentic and high-quality restaurants offering genuine Chinese cuisine.
  • In-depth visits to local schools and communities, providing authentic cultural exchanges and interactions.
  • Highly flexible and customizable itineraries tailored to specific needs, ensuring every group gains the best experience.

Key Highlights and Achievements

  1. In-Depth Cultural Experiences:
    Participants visited The Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, and the Terracotta Army, experiencing China’s imperial history firsthand. Hands-on activities such as making miniature terracotta warriors, traditional Hanfu dressing, and experiencing Mask-changing Opera allowed students to immerse themselves fully in Chinese culture.
  2. Interactive Exchange Activities:
    The program facilitated interactions with local students and teachers, including classroom visits, community volunteer work, and market bargaining exercises, significantly enhancing students’ language skills and cross-cultural understanding.
  3. City Exploration and Natural Beauties:
    Participants explored iconic landmarks in Beijing, Xi’an, and Chengdu, including ancient city walls, Muslim Quarters, and panda bases. The experience of taking China’s high-speed railway showcased China’s rapid modernization.
  4. Traditional and Cultural Heritage:
    Special arrangements included cultural relic experiences, traditional crafts, and intangible cultural heritage performances, allowing students to appreciate the essence of Chinese culture and inspire cultural preservation.

 

Throughout the trip, we led students to explore important historical sites and cultural landmarks, incorporating diverse cultural activities and tasks — such as uncovering cultural stories on hutongs, participating in school exchanges, traveling on high-speed trains, and creating their own clay warriors. All arrangements aimed to provide the best, most enriching, and customized experience.

With the successful completion of this program, we not only provided students with unforgettable learning experiences but also built a bridge of mutual understanding, communication, and friendship between Chinese and American youth. This valuable journey will be remembered as a meaningful milestone in their lives and a solid foundation for future exchanges and collaborations.