Journey to the Far East!

  China

Beijing,  Chengdu,  Lijiang,  Shanghai,  Xi'an

Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: 6/27 - 7/24

Description: Rich cultural history of accomplishment and conflict, matched by grandeur and contrasts of landscape provides opportunities to explore ancient villages, the Great Wall, stunning architecture and lush mountains via hiking and biking. Volunteer in orphanages and work alongside the endangered giant Panda; and gain hands-on cultural insights while learning the Chinese language.

Highlights:
Service Projects

* Earn 40-60 community service hours
* Volunteer in orphanage (The location of the orphanage volunteer program is subject to change but will offer the same opportunity for quality interaction with orphans).
* Work with the endangered Giant Panda

Adventure and Cultural Activities

* Trek on the world-famous Great Wall of China
* Bike to Buddhist Monasteries outside of Lijiang
* Explore the Olympic venues of Beijing
* Visit the Summer Palace and Forbidden City

Qualifications: Global Works Participants are willing and excited to learn new cultures and have great educational experiences. They should be ready to participate in community service and language exchanges (no language requirement for this program).

Cost in US$: Please Contact Us for further information.

Credit Available: yes

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Typical participants and in high school and are eager to learn about a new culture, experience new languages, and participate in community service projects and adventures. bring an open mind and excitement for the adventures ahead!

Age Range: 14 - 18 (high school students)

This Program is open to American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to China in Groups

Typically Participants Work in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Global Works - Travel with Purpose's Mission Statement: Since 1990 we've been providing high school students with rewarding service, language learning, and adventure travel programs, which foster personal growth and promote social and cultural awareness for the participant and the communities involved. Much more than a vacation, a Global Works participant will enhance his or her view of the world while having a great time and making a new group of life-long friends. We often hear how participants gain a new appreciation for what they have at home and return with a better understanding of what they want to do in their life.

Year Founded: 1990