IB CAS School Trip in Inner Mongolia

Morning

Breakfast the local way with milk tea and a simple meal of traditional porridge and vegetables. But don’t worry – cereal’s available too! Now you’re ready for the day, take a short walking tour of the surrounding grasslands. You’ll learn how to differentiate between different grasses and plants on the grasslands. After stopping for some photos, take a short pony or pony carriage tour (dependent on season) to a local oboo. It’s a Mongolian holy place and gathering spot.

Afternoon

Fly kites under the blue skies on the open grasslands.

Evening

Huddle around the campfire and tell stories together.

Morning

28% of China is covered in desert and today’s the chance to experience it. On the way, pass the ghost town of Ordos. You can even walk around for photos in the ghost town, as well as learn about housing bubbles and the economic situation that led to it.

Afternoon

Enter the desert site. After a safety briefing, choose between a whole host of exhilarating activities, from sand sledging to ATV rides, camel rides to zip lines.

Optional: Participate in a workshop about desertification in China and the steps being taken to reclaim arid land.

Morning

Travel back in time as you visit the Genghis Khan memorial – the real tomb of Genghis Khan himself is yet to be discovered. Here, you’ll uncover original shrines, weapons, jewellery and clothing from the reign of Genghis Khan. Take a look at the actual bow and saddle of the conqueror and discuss how his political legacy – and thousands of descendants – directly influenced the development of China. Discuss how the Yuan dynasty contributed to China’s current religious and trade landscapes.

Afternoon

Transfer back to Hohhot and recap all the history you learned this morning on the way.

Evening

Feast on a hearty dinner and watch an evening show that showcases elements of Mongolian culture.