Culture + Innovation - China

7 Day Student Education Tour - Shanghai + Hangzhou

Tour Code: SS-MCI-CHINA

Futuristic exterior of Shanghai Science and Technology Museum, with visitors exploring interactive exhibits related to space, robotics, and nature.
a blooming tree，Beautiful architectural landscape and landscape in West Lake, hangzhou

This immersive tour explores China’s rapid technological rise and cultural heritage, giving students unique insights into one of the world’s most dynamic regions. From the futuristic skyline of Shanghai to the tranquil tea plantations of Hangzhou, students experience robotics factories, AI innovators, smart transport systems, and modern museums, while engaging with rich traditions like paper umbrella painting and tea culture.

They’ll return with a deeper understanding of how innovation and heritage combine to shape modern China—and how STEM disciplines drive global progress.

Abstract AI visual with glowing network lines, representing Deepseek’s development of large language models (LLMs) and AI technologies.
Students painting traditional Chinese oiled-paper umbrellas, blending cultural craftsmanship with colorful artistic designs.
Close-up of a serene gold Buddhist statue at Lingyin Temple, surrounded by intricate cultural art and incense smoke.
Chinese green tea traditional ceremony and cultural experience
Low-angle shot of Shanghai Tower glowing at night, illustrating its sleek spiral design and sustainable architecture.
view of Shanghai’s famous Bund waterfront, showcasing colonial-era buildings set against a modern skyline
Futuristic quadruped robot , showcasing advanced robotics used in agriculture, industry, and public safety.
Traditional chinese street scene with red lanterns
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Day 1

Depart Australia ⤑ Arrive in Shanghai 

Day 2

Shanghai - Urban Wonders

  • The Bund - Visit the famous waterfront, where historical colonial-era buildings contrast with modern skyscrapers

  • Shanghai Tower - Explore China’s tallest skyscraper, famed for its sustainable, wind-resistant design and term-insulting second skin, plus views from the 118th-floor observation deck.

  • Huawei Flagship Store - Future Live Experience where botanical-inspired design meets cutting-edge tech and fashion.

Shanghai - Innovation Journey

  • Shanghai Science and Technology Museum - Enjoy hands-on learning, cutting-edge displays, and insights into China’s scientific advancements, with exhibits spanning robotics, space, nature + society. *** trip advisor says July 2025 its still closed for renovation**

  • Shanghai Volkswagen Factory - Exciting real-world insight into advanced automotive manufacturing, engineering and innovation - from robotics and automation to quality control and sustainability practices.

  • Cao Yang Neighborhood - Built in 1952 by Soviet architects, this was China’s first large-scale workers’ housing project, pioneering socialist urban planning with walkable access to public services and thoughtfully designed green spaces.

Day 3

Day 4

Shanghai to Hangzhou - Heritage and Progress

  • High-Speed Train - To Hangzhou, experiencing cutting-edge rail technology and speeds of up to 350 km/h—an impressive glimpse into the future of sustainable transport.

  • Qinghefang Pedestrian Street - Offering a vibrant mix of history and modernity, with traditional architecture, local snacks and artisan shops lining the bustling, lantern-lit street.

  • The West Lake + Lingyin Temple - Enjoy tranquil waters, scenic gardens, and one of China’s most famous Buddhist temples nestled among stunning forests.

Day 5

Hangzhou - Digital Futures & Tranquil Tradition

  • Uni-Tree Robot Factory - World-renowned civilian robotics company developing humanoid and AI robots, leading in quadruped robots for agriculture, industry, surveying, and rescue.

  • Tea Village - Experience Hangzhou’s tea culture amid misty mountains and lush tea plantations. 

Day 6

Hangzhou - Cultural Roots & AI Futures

  • Deepseek Company - Gain first-hand insight into this fast-growing company shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI), developing cutting-edge Large Language Models (LLMs) and challenging the dominance of GPT. ** NOte this company seems to be under scrutiny about its data privacy

  • Hangzhou Arts and Crafts Museum Cluster - Housed in a restored silk factory by the Grand Canal, this centre showcases Hangzhou’s rich history in arts and crafts—featuring work my master artisans of textiles, sculpture, ceramics and much more ** workshop? **

  • Painting Experience - Enjoy a hands on experience of ancient tradition passed down through the generations and enjoy painting your own custom Chinese oiled-paper umbrella.

Day 7

Depart Hangzhou ⤑ Arrive in Australia

Itinerary Suggestion

  • Let us customise a tour to meet your unique curriculum requirements

Learning Objectives

  • Academic knowledge and critical-thinking skills

  • Immersive learning in STEM + Chinese Culture

  • Classroom Connection to the real world

  • Curriculum-linked - HSC, IB, VCE & QCE

  • 100+ hours of academic and cultural activities

Cultivating Young Pioneers

  • Academic acumen + engagement

  • Hands-on skill development + creative thinking

  • Personal growth + initiative

  • Cultural understanding + global mindset

Customise your itinerary ➱ We’ll take care of the details ➱

Bags down, Let’s Go !

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