Customised Cultural Immersion Trips in China
-led by a Cultural Anthropologist
Every Journey Is Unique — Tailored to Your Interests.
Our Philosophy
At Connecting Today’s China, we believe true luxury is no longer defined by opulence or exclusivity, but by authentic connection.
The new definition of luxury travel is to step into local life — to share a meal, a story, or a quiet moment with the people who bring a destination to life.
Our programs are thoughtfully crafted for curious minds and cultured travellers who seek more than sightseeing. Each journey offers a genuine slice of everyday China, blending comfort with cultural depth to provide both insight and ease.
Every trip is designed to help you see, feel, and understand China from the inside out — authentic, meaningful, and unforgettable.
All inclusive combination of
travel, connection, and learning.
What’s included:
Premium Accomodation
Local Transport
Airport Transfer
Five-star Local Meals (alcoholic beverage not included)
All Entry Fees
Daily Cultural Briefing
Business-Class Train Tickets for Intercity Travels
Who is this for?
Students eager to improve their Chinese through real-world immersion
Parents and schools seeking confidence, independence and a global outlook
Adult who value lasting growth, deeper cultural insight, and luxury care-free trips
Connecting Today’s China with Dr. Shue, Where every step brings a story to life, and Some moments stay with us forever.
Join the locals to play jianzi
Who Needs Bondi Beach When You Can Jog on the Great Wall of 21,000KM.
Connecting Today’s China was founded by Dr. Shue, a cultural anthropologist with double PhDs and a lifelong passion for immersive learning.
Our mission is to connect people with the real China—through language, culture, and transformative experiences.
At Connecting Today’s China, we turn language learning and travelling into a life-changing cultural discovery. Through global partnerships with multicultural organisations, we create immersive, authentic experiences that go far beyond the normal tour group—helping learners and curious-minded people connect, communicate, and thrive in today’s China.
Voices from Guests and Families
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-- Liddy Korner (Parent)
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"The trip to China with Shue was a great learning experience. We were put in situations where we had to use Chinese, which really helped me improve my conversational skills" -- Ellen (Student)
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"The journey was immensely rewarding, made possible by the generosity of our host. I firmly believe that they both gained far more from this experience than any school-organised trip, and their language skills have improved significantly"
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"Thank you for taking us to China. I a very grateful. Thank you for your kind letter. I don't think I could have navigated China without you." -- Zach (Student)
FAQs
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“China is a great place to visit. It’s safe and people are very nice. I like the food here. Though they are very different, they are really yummy” —Zach
“My overall impression of China is that it is modern, safe, and impressively clean, with excellent transport infrastructure” —Katy
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You can absolutely place your trust in us to plan the best possible trip for you. Just pack your bags and meet us at the airport! Everything is included, no need to bring your wallet either!
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Absolutely. All you need is a curious mind and you will have an amazing time. Even if your focus isn’t improving your Chinese, you will most likely pick up some fun, useful phrases along the way, and gain wonderful insights into Chinese culture.
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You will need a valid passport to travel to China.
Currently, Australian citizens can travel in China for up to 30 days without a visa, so no need to pre-apply.
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We try to keep the group small for a more intimate tour. However, we are more than happy to accomodate large families and friend groups - there is no maximum number of people on the tour.
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The trips are maximum one tour per month. Once you select the month you are interested in travelling under the “services” section of the website, we can then organise the specific dates that work best for the trip during that month.
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