2026 Summer International Study Tour: Beijing-Henan Route
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Canadian-Chinese Cross Culture Club (Canada)
Registration deadline: May 31, 2026.
Beijing
Climb the Great Wall, experience the grandeur of the imperial city, and visit Peking University to imagine future study pathways.
Anyang
Explore the Yin Ruins, decode oracle bone inscriptions, and make a bronze ding to feel the depth of Shang civilization.
Kaifeng
Visit Millennium City Park and encounter the lively world of Along the River During the Qingming Festival.
Dengfeng
Visit Shaolin Temple to experience the unity of Zen and martial arts, and explore Songyang Academy's scholarly tradition.
Luoyang
Admire the Longmen Grottoes and create Tang tri-color pottery inspired by the splendor of the Tang dynasty.
Zhengzhou
Visit Henan Museum, explore modern enterprises, and join the writing competition awards ceremony.
π¨ Anyang Bronze Workshop
Create a bronze ding and experience the weight of bronze civilization.
π¨ Luoyang Tang Tri-Color Pottery
Explore Tang colors and bring home a unique handmade artwork.
π₯ Shaolin Kung Fu Study
Learn basic Shaolin forms and experience discipline, focus, and perseverance.
πΊοΈ Beijing - Great Wall
Understand the Great Wall not only as stone and gates, but as a symbol of endurance woven into Chinese civilization.
π Anyang - National Museum of Chinese Writing
Trace the evolution of Chinese characters from oracle bone inscriptions to modern script.
πΊ Zhengzhou - Henan Museum
Encounter cultural treasures and stories from the Central Plains, one of the roots of Chinese civilization.
π Civilization Collaboration
Decode oracle bone inscriptions and create a shared cultural scroll.
π£οΈ Bilingual Story Sharing
Tell Shaolin legends in Chinese and hometown stories in your own language.
π₯ Kung Fu Friendship Activity
Practice Shaolin movements together and build friendship through martial arts.
π Understand a diverse Chinese civilization: Go beyond knowing that China has the Great Wall and connect cultural threads from Shang oracle bones to Tang tri-color pottery.
π Build practical abilities: Bronze ding and Tang pottery workshops cultivate persistence, focus, and creativity.
π Develop cultural confidence: Learning to explain Chinese stories to peers builds a foundation for future international communication.
"After returning, my child started reading Records of the Grand Historian and shared stories of Chinese civilization with our family. That curiosity to explore culture is precious." - Parent from a previous program
| Dimension | Ordinary Tour | This Study Tour |
|---|---|---|
| Core Goal | Sightseeing and checking off attractions | Cultural immersion and deeper learning |
| Expert Support | Basic guide commentary | Professional guides, Chinese studies experts, heritage practitioners, and education mentors |
| Participation | Passive listening with limited interaction | Mission-based exploration and active learning |
| Outcomes | Photos and souvenirs | Study journal, heritage crafts, and completion certificate |
| Growth Value | Short-term relaxation | Long-term cultural vision and cross-cultural communication skills |
β Safety support: 24-hour professional accompaniment, accident insurance, pre-checked transportation routes, and Ctrip 4-diamond hotels.
β Parent updates: Daily group updates with photos and short videos so families can follow each student's growth.
β Program benefits: Beijing-Henan Route completion certificate; outstanding study reports may be prioritized for partner publications; participants receive a Chinese civilization gift package.
β Well-paced itinerary: The 9-day program is rich but not rushed, connects smoothly with summer break, and includes a pre-trip study handbook and post-trip study journal.
Route: Beijing - Anyang - Linzhou - Kaifeng - Dengfeng - Luoyang - Zhengzhou
Registration page: https://the4cclub.ca/the4club/2026yxxSummer.jsp
Phone: 613-866-1341, Teacher Wang