Grand Tour Asia

This dynamic new program takes us throughout China’s cities, squares and temples, exploring both the history and culture of this ancient country. After China, we continue on our Asian adventure to Hong Kong, and then Thailand. In these places we will experience life in a busy city, and then slow down in a beach town. While away, we can focus on culinary arts, Mandarin language studies, or international business.

Our exploration begins in Beijing, the capital city of China and the heart of this mystical country for centuries. Here we will view the Great Wall, take in Tiananmen Square, and discover the secrets of the Forbidden City.

Then it’s off to Shanghai, the largest city in China, for a city tour and a visit to the Shanghai Museum. Xian is next on our tour, and leads us to the famed terracotta warriors.

Once in Chengdu, the ‘city of heaven,’ we will tour around the town and take some time to delight in some true Sichuan cuisine. And in Hong Kong, we will enjoy a harbour cruise and a visit to the Peak, the highest point on Hong Kong Island.

Our trip then comes to rest on the beaches of Phuket, Thailand, where we will snorkel and swim before our final beach banquet!

COURSES

Grade 12 International Business (BBB4M)
Grade 11 English (ENG3U)
Grade 12 English (ENG4U)
Grade 11 Math: Functions (MCR3U)
Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U)

Note: A course material fee of $395 applies to:

Grade 12 International Business (BBB4M)

This fee covers the following:
- business meetings & transportation
- participation in corporate events with multinational companies
- visits to public & private companies in Beijing
- visits to the Shanghai Futures Exchange and Consulate General of Canada Trade Commission
- mentoring from visiting faculty member Brendan Calder

DATES (Subject to change)

July 2 to July 27, 2012

ITINERARY

Approximately 6 days in Beijing, 5 days in Shanghai, 2 days in Xian, 3 days in Chengdu, 5 days in Hong Kong, 3 days in Phuket.

What we do in Beijing:
Visit:
- The Great Wall of China
- Tiananmen Square
- The Forbidden City
- The hutongs by rickshaw

What we do in Shanghai:
Tour:
- The Shanghai Museum
- The French Concession
- The Bund

What we do in Xian:
Visit:
- The Terracotta Warriors
- The Muslim quarter

What we do in Chengdu:
Discover:
- A traditional Chinese musical performance
- True Sichuan cuisine

What we do in Hong Kong:
Enjoy:
- A harbour cruise
- The Soho district
- A visit to the Peak
- Night markets

What we do in Phuket:
Discover:
- The beautiful beaches
- Snorkeling and swimming
- The local market

FLIGHT INFORMATION

Monday July 2	Air Canada flight 31	Depart Toronto 2:55 pm	Arrive Beijing 4:05 pm, July 3

Friday July 27	Air Canada flight 008	Depart Hong Kong 7:50 pm	Arrive Vancouver 4:35 pm
Friday July 27	Air Canada flight 1180	Depart Vancouver 6:00 pm	Arrive Toronto 1:30 am, July 28