Beijing - Language, Identity & Cultural Heritage

The itinerary shown is an example and can be adapted to suit each school’s curriculum, interests and travel preferences.

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Day 1 – Arrival & Introduction to China’s Capital

  • Arrival in Beijing and airport transfer to the hotel

  • Welcome briefing: Beijing as the heart of Chinese language and identity

  • Introduction to Mandarin journals and daily speaking challenges

  • Evening meal and rest at the hotel

Day 2 – Host School Exchange: Everyday Mandarin

  • Full day at partner school

  • Joint activities with Chinese students:

    School life and daily routines

    Mandarin conversation practice in small groups

  • Group discussion:

    How language reflects culture and identity

  • Evening at the Hotel

Day 3 – Imperial Language & National Identity

  • Visit to the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square

  • Focus on:

    Historical vocabulary and symbolism

    Language of leadership and governance

  • Hutong walking tour with structured speaking tasks

  • Evening Kung Fu performance

Day 4 – Traditions, Arts & Communication

  • Calligraphy or tea culture workshop

  • Focus on:

    Tone, characters and meaning

    Language within traditional arts

  • Interactive task:

    Describe cultural practices in Mandarin

  • Evening at the Hotel

 

Day 5 – Host School Project Day: Cultural Presentation

  • Second day at partner school

  • Joint project:

    Create a bilingual cultural presentation

    Compare British and Chinese traditions

    Student-led speaking showcase

  • Evening at the Hotel

Day 6 – Modern Youth Culture & Media

  • Exploration of contemporary shopping district

  • Focus on:

    Youth slang and modern vocabulary

    Language in branding and advertising

  • Mandarin street interview task

  • Evening cultural show or acrobatics

Day 7 – Reflection & Celebration

  • Mandarin quiz and group speaking challenge

  • Reflection:

    What language reveals about Chinese society

  • Final presentations and certificates

  • Farewell celebratory group dinner

  • Day 8 – Departure

  • Programme close

  • Transfer to airport