Build clarity in class
Learn vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation with your teacher, then practise putting it into your own words.
Summer Chinese study tours in Hangzhou and Shanghai.
Combine Chinese lessons, everyday conversation and city culture. Choose Hangzhou or Shanghai and practise Chinese in daily life. Tell us your preferred city, level and travel dates, and we will plan your summer together.
- City
- Hangzhou / Shanghai
- Format
- Classroom + real-life practice
- Level
- Beginners welcome
- Dates and fees
- On enquiry
From the classroom to the city.
Six ways to connect Chinese and cultural discovery. Activities depend on the confirmed programme.
Practise in daily life
Buy fruit, order food and ask for directions, using classroom phrases for real needs.
Discover Chinese culture
Through food, neighbourhoods and daily habits, understand the culture behind the language.
Talk with locals
Understand different replies and practise asking, confirming and keeping a conversation going.
Explore the city in Chinese
Explore landmarks and daily life in Hangzhou or Shanghai, and describe routes, sights and impressions in Chinese.
Learn with peers
Share cultures and experiences, and build connections through practice and exploration.
Landmark images show Shanghai.
What can you practise?
Discuss goals around your starting point, time and practice experience.
Sounds and sentences
Practise pronunciation, tones, common words and grammar, and learn to build clear sentences.
Understanding and expression
Connect listening, speaking, reading and writing, and practise responding through dialogues and tasks.
Everyday communication
Order food, shop and ask for directions while practising questions, confirmations and requests.
Cultural understanding
Through observation and conversation, understand how people speak and interact in different settings.
What makes a useful study experience?
Look at opportunities and motivation to use Chinese beyond class. Niukool learner stories will be added after receiving authentic materials and permission to publish.
Linking class with real communication
Check what practice happens outside class, how teachers support you and whether activities suit your level.
Clear arrangements
Review the timetable, activities, accommodation and costs to see if the pace suits you.
People to learn with
The experience includes different kinds of support and conversation.
Dedicated teachers
- Where possible, a teacher who knows you keeps your learning and practice on track. Proven methods and task-based practice help you understand and use new phrases. Guidance and feedback focused on your language goals and cultural experience.
Like-minded classmates
- Meet Chinese learners from different countries and cultures. Make friends and share experiences through learning and relaxed interaction. Discover Chinese language and culture together.
Language adviser
- Plan your learning around your level, goals and schedule. Clear communication on format, pace and adjustments. Discuss local life and culture so your learning fits your stay.
Friendly staff
- Help with courses, meeting points and activities, so you know what to prepare. Support with practical learning and cultural questions, with clear contacts and scope. Stay connected with teachers and peers to settle in easily.
Teachers and on-site support are confirmed in your programme plan.
See the classroom. See the conversation.
Explore how classroom practice connects with everyday exchanges during summer study.
Make Chinese part of your summer.
Tell us about your plans for Hangzhou or Shanghai.
Get your questions answered before you go.
Which cities can I choose?
Hangzhou or Shanghai. Tell us your preference; venue, dates, courses, activities, fees and support are confirmed for each city.
Are dates and prices set for the next summer tour?
Dates, formats, places and prices are confirmed on enquiry. Share your preferred dates and goals first, and decide on travel and enrolment once you receive full course and fee details.
What can I practise on a summer tour?
Pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, all four skills and everyday communication, linked to real tasks such as ordering food, shopping and asking directions. The focus depends on your level and goals.
Can complete beginners join?
Yes. Beginners start with pronunciation, common phrases and basic patterns, then move to open conversation. Tell us your background so we can suggest a starting point and course.
How is studying in Hangzhou or Shanghai different from online?
In Hangzhou or Shanghai, you meet Chinese on signs, in shops, restaurants and in local conversations. Online lessons offer structured teaching without travel; the choice depends on your setting, time and plans.
What does a typical day look like?
A mix of instruction, listening and speaking practice, review and real-life use. The balance of lessons, self-study and optional activities follows the final timetable; check it before planning other trips.
How do I choose a course and class size?
Tell us your level, how long you want to study and your main goals, and we will discuss small group or 1-on-1. Groups, class limits and start dates are confirmed for each programme.
What can I do before summer details are confirmed?
Explore our online 1-on-1 and small-group courses. Online small groups have 2–4 students and open with at least 2; these rules do not necessarily apply to summer tours.
How are accommodation and meals arranged?
Compare stays based on the confirmed venue, commute, budget and length of stay, and check who books and pays. Meals, dietary needs and whether meals are included are set out in your plan.
What do the fees include?
Ask for written details of courses, materials, hours and guided activities, and check accommodation, meals, transport, flights, insurance, visa costs and personal expenses separately. Past or other programme prices do not apply.
Where can I check visa requirements?
Check with the Chinese embassy, consulate or authorised visa centre handling your application, and ask Niukool which course documents we can provide. Eligibility and approval rest with the authorities.
What are the payment and cancellation rules?
Confirm payment, cancellation and refund terms before paying. Rules may differ by course and plan; past promotions and other programmes' policies do not apply.
When should I arrive?
Confirm your city, start date, venue and accommodation before booking travel, and allow time to settle in and learn your route. Airport pick-up is not included by default; provider, cost and availability are confirmed separately.
Make Chinese part of your summer.
Tell us about your plans for Hangzhou or Shanghai.