Yangtze Dreams
長江夢·湖北行

Journey Through Hubei's Soul

Program Overview

Nexus Horizons Tours, in collaboration with a leading local university in Hubei, has designed a distinctive 10-day educational travel program that highlights the province’s rich heritage and vibrant life. Located at the crossroads of China, Hubei is a hub of connectivity, blending modern innovation and advanced technology with a profound historical and cultural legacy.

Suggested Time

March — June
Oct — Dec

Group Size (6:1 Ratio)

12 Students
2 Chaperons

Suggested Ages

12 — 22

Program Highlights

Cultural Immersion

High school exchange programs, dumpling-making, calligraphy, and tea culture workshops.

Historic Exploration

Tour the Yellow Crane Tower, visit the Three Gorges Dam, and explore ethnic heritage in Enshi.

Tech & Innovation

Visit China’s leading autonomous vehicle manufacturers and ride aerial rail transit.

Nature & Scenery

Cruise the Huangpu and Yangtze Rivers, wander through Asia’s largest karst cave, and stroll over floating bridges.

Urban Discovery

From Nanjing Road’s vibrant atmosphere to the futuristic skyline of Pudong and the Shanghai Tower’s soaring views.

Day 8, floating bridge at Shiziguan

Itinerary

Day	Highlights
1-2 Shanghai	Arrival in Shanghai The journey begins with an international flight to China’s biggest city, Shanghai. Upon arrival, students are welcomed by their NH guide, enjoy a group dinner, and settle into the hotel, starting to connect as a team while adjusting to their new surroundings.
3-4 Wuhan	Yangtze Culture & Student Exchange A high-speed train whisks the group inland to Wuhan, where students join an opening ceremony and a special course at Hubei University before enjoying a nighttime Yangtze River cruise with spectacular light shows. The next day is devoted to connection and culture: students take part in a high school exchange, make dumplings with peers, explore the Hubei Provincial Museum, and practice calligraphy. Dinner is a lively exploration through Hubu Alley’s famous food street.
5-6 Wuhan, Yichang	Innovation in Wuhan & the Engineering Feat of Yichang In Wuhan, students step into the future by visiting an autonomous vehicle manufacturer, riding an aerial rail transit system, and even building a model. Later, they transfer to Yichang. The following day highlights one of the world’s greatest engineering projects, the Three Gorges Dam, paired with a cultural visit to Qu Yuan’s Hometown, where students try their hand at making zongzi, a traditional sticky rice treat.
7-8 Enshi	Enshi’s Natural & Cultural Wonders The group continues to Enshi, diving into local ethnic minority culture at Enshi Tusi City before exploring the massive Tenglong Cave, complete with laser shows and performances. The next day, students discover China’s deep tea traditions at Wujia Tai Tribute Tea Garden, test their courage on the floating bridge at Shiziguan, and end the night with a boat ride and breathtaking “iron flower” fireworks show.
9-10 Shanghai	Farewell in Shanghai & Return Home Returning to Shanghai, students walk The Bund’s iconic waterfront, compete in a scavenger hunt along bustling Nanjing Road, and enjoy a nighttime Huangpu River cruise for the lighted up skyline. A farewell hotpot dinner celebrates the friendships and experiences of the trip before a final ride on the Maglev Train to the airport for the journey home.

Options

Begin or end journey in Beijing, with 1–2 days to explore its historic and cultural treasures — from the Forbidden City and the Great Wall to enriching cultural exchange experiences.
Add Chongqing, a vibrant inland metropolis and one of the most exciting destinations for young travelers.
In Hubei Province, beyond Wuhan, Yichang, and Enshi, visit Jingzhou. With over 2,000 years of history, they offer immersive activities such as simulated ancient battles and traditional cultural workshops — experiences students will never forget.