Linden Centre – Lake Tai
This experience is based in the gorgeous surroundings of Lake Tai and the atmospheric Linden Centre. Discover more about this wonderful setting and its fascinating history whilst taking part in a series of adventurous activities.
This trip involves a whole range of hands-on activities. Get active with hikes, kayaking and helping local farmers. Learn crafts such as fan-making and lacquer making as well as absorbing much of the village’s unique history. A memorable experience for all concerned and with a consistently wonderful backdrop!
Our Services
✓ Local tour guide in each city
✓ All accommodation costs
✓ Full board meals for the entire trip
✓ All transportation costs
✓ All activities listed in the itinerary
✓ 1 free teacher per 10 paying students
✓ 24-hour emergency contact support during the trip
✓ Detailed pre-departure summary & briefing
✓ Adventure leaders
✓ Public liability insurance
✓ Our trips are fully risk-assessed
Recommended activities
Fan Making and Lacquer Making
Learn some key skills amidst the stunning setting as our adventure leaders and expert guides will help students get to grips with some crafts! We'll also sample some of the delicious local cuisine.
Kayaking
Hiking
An Example itinerary
Day 1
- Board a private coach to The Linden Centre- this stunning place is in a renovated Qing dynasty villa
- Trip briefing
- Hike to the top of Moli Mountain and learn about our “leave no trace” principles
- Suzhou dishes for dinner
- Seminar about Liu Gongbao- the merchant who built the village
Day 2
- Fan making
- Help the villagers with their loquat harvest
- Lacquer making workshop
- Bake some Su Style treats
- Cozy board games
- Reflection session
Day 3
- Kayaking on Lake Tai
- Reflection session and prize giving.
Logistics
✓ Staying at the Linden Centre
✓ We can arrange transport to and from all the activities
✓ All accommodation and transport used is fully audited
Educational Value
✓ Expert local tour guides and artisan instructors provided
✓ Pre-trip support
✓ Educational materials available, workshops and meetings with local experts
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