Xi'an

(Our previous name is “Global Sapiens Educational Tour Limited” and "China Educational Service Limited")

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Xi’an, China (Interdiscipline 100)

Building China’s cultural imperial foundation

Why Xi’an?

Xi’an became China’s capital when it was first unified in 221 BC, and stayed as such for a major part of the 1st millennium AD until 907 AD – the end of the Tang Dynasty. Compared to Beijing or Shanghai, Xi’an was indeed the cradle of Chinese civilization. Xi’an will bring students back to the formative and consolidation years of “classic” Chinese culture, which is an important element for understanding the contemporary Chinese people.

Programme Features

Duration: 4 to 6 days
Suggested group size: 20 to 40
Accommodation: 4-star hotel
Meals: About 1/3 of all the meals are in buffet style offering both Chinese and

Western cooking styles

Itinerary : Sample itinerary is available upon request. Contact us
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Our proprietary pedagogic approach is what differentiates us from other service providers. In all our EduTours, students will be learning using various pedagogic approaches.

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Why Global Sapiens: Proprietary Pedagogic Approach

A. Background reading: easy-to-read background materials requiring little prior knowledge of the culture to be visited.

B. Taskbook: site / museum-based games designed to engage students to become active observers; and the key learning values of the places will be further highlighted upon answer checking.

C. Biography and evening drama competition(optional): comics of past emperors and heroes to expand the exposure to history beyond relics and sites. History learning will be enhanced through drama competition.

D. DIY of farming, art & craft

Learning Outcomes

Hiking in Mt Huashan, an ancient sacred mountain, steep with typical granite faces, forming part of the mountain range that divides northern and southern China

Exciting East-meet-West elements awaiting for you in the tomb of the sole Empress in China

Comics help animate relic with its associated historical figure - a famous Chinese monk whose works helped bridge the East and West

3 Learning Themes

Teacher's Comment: Toby Newton, Vice Principal, Head of Lower School, International School Hong Kong

“An intense and vivid insight to the early Chinese dynasties – this week in Xi’an has proved a real eye opener for all our party, who thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Both the local and HK guides were excellent.”

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Xi'an: East-meet-West as reflected at the Silk Road's starting point

Silk Road at its zenith under the cosmopolitan Tang Dynasty (AD 618-907)

Ethnic conflicts and assimilation

Silk Road's founding in Han Dynasty (2nd century BC)
Nomadic tribes conquered China and their assimilation (3rd to 6th century)
The foundation laid by Qin's unification and Han's cultural & political consolidation
By contrast no European superpower after the fall of Rome

China's geography & Loess Plateau

Emergence of Chinese civilization
Living in caves

Heritage conservation

Archaeology & technology
Use of heritage sites

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S.Kripalani, Humanity Teacher, South Island School

“I found the Xi’an trip very stimulating personally and I know the kids found it very rewarding in terms of the opportunity to form relationships with the local students. The kids had a smile on their face throughout and that was an invaluable thing.”

Moneer, Robert and Qi, Teachers, Kellett School

“Thank you to your company for organizing this wonderful trip, especially Helen for her help and care. All students enjoyed the trip very much and we received a lot of positive feedback from students and parents.”

Aleric Yim, Student, Age 14

“II think the idea of the workbook really new and fun. It helps us learn and it makes compete with other teams, which is a really good thing. Also, I like all the group activities we had, for an example the Muslim Quarter orienteering game.”

Ayden, Student, Age 16

“I like how it gives us the opportunity to learn more about Xi’an’s culture and history in an age appropriate and interactive way. This engages students and gets them interested, if not already. Also, it gives students an inside look on teaching, and also helps us to make friends. I didn’t know anyone a the start of the trip and had no confidence, but now it’s the opposite. ”

Clara, Student, Age 15

“I think that this trip was a very good experience, and I have gained a lot of confidence in my speaking and writing. We were able to experience ancient and modern Chinese culture in one trip.”

Daniel, Student, Age 14

“Although I have visited Xi'an for four times before, this trip was completely different from them. Not only we have visited some famous sites in Xi'an, We have been to many different interesting places where we could have learn many things from China.”

Sanders William, Teacher, Creative Secondary School

"They have been amazing. Our trip leader was able to step in and help us when needed, also they lead activities in a very efficient and engaging manner. I am very happy with everything. Great job, thank you."

Sarah, Age 15

"This was an interesting, fun and amazing trip to Xian. The food and choice of restaurants, allowed us to experience traditional cuisine. Our local guide provided us with lots of history and stories from the past, this helped me experience Xian culture even better. I value this knowledge because then I can reflect on it in the future, to remember how the oldest city in China lived."

Kaitlyn Zhang, Age 13

"Every aspect of this trip was unique. From the guides to the activities to the food, everything was wonderful. The guides were patient and delivered in depth information to us in a funny and engaging way. The activities were really enjoyable, and each one was filled with surprises. Overall, I loved this trip!!!"

Monique So, Age 16

"This trip was definitely an eye-opening experience. The rich and interesting culture that Xian city withholds is amazing, and being able to experience it is a great opportunity teaching kids allowed me to develop new creative skills as well as patience. The local food is one of the highlights."

Nicole Chong, Age 13

"There are a lot of activities, but some of them are really special that people can hardly have that experience in their life. I really treasure this trip because I know that in the future, I won’t have a lot of chance to go to school trip with my classmates, especially when this trip has a lot of interesting and rare activities. Overall, I feel grateful to have a great experience."

Mumtahina Maksud, Age 13

"The trip was very fun. We learnt a lot of things in a period of five days. The trip included both modern and historical sites and was very relevant to the place we went. We learnt about 3 dynasties in the space at 5 days. The explanation for everything was short and reverse so it did not bore us but made us more engaged. The trip leaders are really nice. The check if everything is okay and if we have any questions so the can help us. The workbook and stamp system made us more competitive so we were thoroughly engaged with the activities. Overall, the trip was really nice and fun. I hope to join it again."