2018 DCI Chinese Language Learners Program

Deadline(s): Enrollment opens January 22, 2018

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China

As the 21st century unfolds, it is clear that China will continue to take a leading role in shaping the way our shared world develops. The world’s most populous nation – and dynamic economy – has as its backdrop 5,000 years of history and is home to a wide variety of rich cultural traditions and exotic cuisines. Furthermore, China is the world’s fourth largest country in area, with wide geographic diversity and stunning natural beauty.

Your time in China can include visits to the Great Wall of China, Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and exotic markets. You may choose to study Mandarin, Kung Fu, Chinese cuisine, Tai Chi, or calligraphy. Visit isolated villages and staggering Himalayan peaks on the Tibetan plateau, or learn from business leaders and government officials at thought-provoking seminars. You will bike through rice paddies and traditional farming villages, immersing yourself in the local community and landscape. We are excited to bring you to this wondrous land for an adventure you will never forget.

Program Highlights


Check out some of the featured experiences of your program!

Ride overnight sleeper trains through the Chinese countryside

Visit minority communities along the Tibetan Plateau

Have the adventure of a lifetime with your friends

Eat delicious, and we mean delicious Chinese food!

Improve your Mandarin through regular interaction with native speakers

Walk the streets of Song dynasty China

Wander the Hutongs and marvel at the wonders of imperial Beijing

Explore Tang dynasty Buddhist caves

Practice martial arts at Shaolin Temple

Hike unrestored portions of The Great Wall

Visit Wuhou Temple in Chengdu

Marvel at the world's largest Buddha, built during the Tang dynasty.

Visit the Terracotta Army at Xi'an

Hand feed Giant Pandas

Explore the Longji rice terraces

Explore the Forbidden City in Beijing

Admire the skyline of Pudong

Discover the Giant Wild Goose Pagoda

Climb the Great Wall of China

The Itinerary


We do everything possible to run safe, engaging, and immersive programs for our travelers, but given the unpredictable nature of international travel we must remain flexible in our planning. Changes to a schedule are uncommon but if inclement weather pushes us off course or an unexpected opportunity arises which travelers are excited about, we reserve the right to adjust programming in the best interest of the group. 

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We wanted our 16 year old son’s first experience traveling without the family to be a positive one. We wanted a true quality program and are so glad his school chose Walking Tree. Everything went absolutely smoothly on the trip. Our son has told us again and again how wonderful, informed, friendly, and absolutely critical to the success of the trip the Walking Tree staff was.

Tina
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Your Adventure Includes

Program Tuition Excludes: Premiere travel insurance, baggage fees, airline minor fees, passport/visa fees, laundry, souvenirs, and activities not listed on itinerary.

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Why should high school students travel abroad? What happens if a participant gets sick? How quickly do we need to enroll? We’re sure you have plenty of questions and we’ve got you covered! Visit our Resource Center to discover the answers to your most pressing questions and contact us anytime with additional questions.

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