Destinations: Luoyang, Kaifeng
This 7-day two-capital study tour compares two golden ages of China: Tang Dynasty in Luoyang and Song Dynasty in Kaifeng. Students explore Tang imperial relics, grotto art and Heluo culture in Luoyang first, then travel to Kaifeng, the capital of Northern Song Dynasty. They walk through the world of Along the River During the Qingming Festival, experience Song-era daily life, study ancient urban planning, and compare Tang grand imperial style vs Song refined civilian culture. This itinerary works wonderfully for world history and art history classes.
Day1: Arrive Zhengzhou, transfer to Luoyang Welcome briefing about the timeline of Chinese dynasties. Overnight Luoyang.
Day2: Erlitou Site Museum & Luoyang Museum Study the origin of Chinese civilization and early bronze culture. Overnight Luoyang.
Day3: Longmen Grottoes & White Horse Temple Full day exploring Buddhist art and early religion in Tang Luoyang. Overnight Luoyang.
Day4: Tang Sancai workshop, travel to Kaifeng Morning pottery workshop. Afternoon high-speed train to Kaifeng. Evening stroll along ancient Bian River. Overnight Kaifeng.
Day5: Qingming Riverside Landscape Garden Immersive study of Song urban society, trade, architecture and daily people's life. Watch traditional folk performances. Overnight Kaifeng.
Day6: Kaifeng Museum + Henan Museum in Zhengzhou Morning Kaifeng Museum for Song relics. Afternoon travel to Zhengzhou, visit Henan Museum, complete treasure hunt task. Overnight Zhengzhou.
Day7: Final sharing session, airport departure Students present comparison of Tang and Song culture. Transfer to airport.
