Have you ever wished to visit China and really explore it? Not only take in all the world renowned scenery, like the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square , and the terra-cotta Army, but also get to meet and talk to real people: taxi drivers, students, factory workers, farmers, librarians, artists and teachers. You might even build lasting connections with a few Chinese friends. Then the Cultural Trip led by award winning author Ji-li Jiang is for you!

The Cultural Trip in China is organized jointly by East West Exchange and China Youth Travel Service. During this 15-day tour, you will follow "The Emperor's Choice", the ideal route for a fascinating introduction to China 's history and ancient civilization. Besides sightseeing, you will meet a wide variety of Chinese people, participate in artistic and literary activities, and visit many places of interest. This tour will introduce you to the arts and culture of an ancient, yet still vital civilization. You will see how the flow of history and the tumult of today mingle together throughout the society, and fulfill your dream to see and touch this mysterious ancient country that is thriving today.

Click the link to see the To China with Ji-Li web page prepared
by Stan Johnson, a Cultural Trip participant.