Xiamen Heritage Mandarin Discovery Camp
Heritage Mandarin Camp

Xiamen Heritage Mandarin Discovery Camp

A 6-day journey into Fujian's cultural heartland — where families trace their roots through Mandarin, dialect, and living heritage.

6 Days 12 – 18 Students PSLE / HSK 2–4 Year-Round

Starting from

SGD $2,680
per child · 6 days all-inclusive
Heritage hotel accommodation
Full-board meals & transportation
Mandarin tuition & cultural activities
Bilingual staff & cultural guides

Program Overview

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Xiamen, a coastal city where tradition meets modernity. The Xiamen Heritage Mandarin Discovery Camp is a 6-day premium experiential program designed for overseas Chinese families with children aged 8-15. Through daily cultural adventures—from calligraphy and tea ceremonies to island exploration and local market visits—children engage in Mandarin naturally, with a 1:4 teacher-student ratio ensuring personalized learning and cultural guidance. Parents enjoy the blend of historical sites and modern amenities while children explore Chinese heritage in an authentic setting. Evenings bring families together for cultural sharing and reflection in a safe, thoughtfully curated environment.

Program Highlights

  • 1:4 teacher-student ratio for personalized learning
  • Cultural heritage activities: calligraphy, tea ceremonies, island tours
  • 4-star accommodation, full-board meals, private transportation
  • Safe, guided environment with bilingual staff and cultural experts

Target Audience

  • Overseas Chinese families with children aged 8-15
  • Families seeking cultural heritage connection and Mandarin improvement
  • Parents wanting authentic cultural experiences in a modern city
  • Children with intermediate Mandarin foundation (HSK 2-4 level)

6-Day Itinerary

  • Arrival in Xiamen, airport pickup
  • Check-in & welcome dinner
  • Camp briefing — "What is 华侨 culture?"
  • Visit to Overseas Chinese Museum
  • Mission — create your migration story map
  • Evening sharing — "Our Family's Journey"
  • Dialect exposure class — Minnan basics
  • Local wet market & temple visit
  • DIY Chinese name stamps workshop
  • Ferry ride to Gulangyu Island
  • Treasure hunt — colonial-era heritage
  • Beach picnic & sunset Mandarin journaling
  • Volunteer visit to local youth centre
  • Interview elder 华侨 family
  • Group role-play — "Interview in Mandarin"
  • Farewell celebration with Nanyin performance
  • Family presentation — "My Heritage Story"
  • Certificate ceremony
  • Reflection postcards & airport transfer

Learning Objectives

Language Proficiency

  • Use Mandarin in real-world interviews, maps, and role-play
  • Practice Minnan dialect phrases and Mandarin journaling
  • Expand vocabulary related to family, travel, migration

Cultural Understanding

  • Discover 华侨 contributions across Southeast Asia
  • Learn traditions from Minnan & Gulangyu
  • Strengthen identity and pride in Chinese heritage

Family & Personal Growth

  • Enhance parent-child bonds through shared cultural tasks
  • Build empathy and cross-generation dialogue
  • Encourage curiosity through travel-based assignments

Academic Outcomes

  • Certificate of completion with feedback
  • Mandarin oral and writing skills aligned with real-life tasks
  • Practice storytelling, situational writing, cultural comprehension

Accommodation & Services

Heritage hotel accommodation in Xiamen

Heritage Hotel Stay

Comfortable 4-star heritage hotel with easy access to Xiamen's cultural heart.

  • Twin or double rooms with private bath
  • Air-conditioned with free Wi-Fi & housekeeping
  • On-site staff support & safe check-in coordination
  • Walking distance to heritage districts & museums

Included Services

Full-board meals
Airport transfers
Local transportation
Cultural excursions
Entrance fees
Program materials
24/7 support
Insurance coverage

Pricing

One Child SGD $2,680
One Parent SGD $1,800
Family (1 Child + 1 Parent) SGD $4,200

Group discount — 3+ students

Early bird — 10% off (2+ months in advance)

Ready for Your Heritage Journey?

Trace your ancestral roots through dialect missions, heritage sites, and authentic cultural encounters in Xiamen.

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