Travel Itinerary

 10/10/08-10/26/08

  • 10/10 Depart Home Country
  • 10/11 Arrive in Shanghai
  • 10/12 Tour Shanghai
  • 10/13-10/17 Clinical Rounds and Lectures
  • 10/18-10/19 Tour to Tongli (The Venice of China)
  • 10/20-10/24 Clinical Rounds and Lectures
  • 10/25 Personal Time
  • 10/26 Leave Shanghai
  • 10/26 Arrive in Home Country



Total Cost $3,800 USD

Add $200 for Single Room Accommodations
Does not include international airfare.

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Costs include tuition, hotel accommodations, pickup at airport, four group dinners, 5 massages, sightseeing, and weekend tours.

Additional money should be brought for shopping, meals, and daily transportation. We recommend a minimum of $500.

Red Hanging Lanterns Pearl Of Asia Tour

During the Pearl of Asia Tour you will study at one of the
finest TCM hospitals in China, and embark on an exciting adventure in the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai. Whether your interests are fine dining, art, music, theatre, museums, or simply lounging in a park, Shanghai has a plethora of things to experience.




Shanghai University of TCM was founded in 1956 and continues to be one of the finest TCM Universities in China. With 16 colleges and departments, 8 research centers, and 4 affiliated hospitals; SHUTCM maintains all of the services, networks, and programs that are expected for a top-notch university.

SHUTCM has been offering study programs to international students and doctors for over 30 years; in that time they have trained over 6,000 foreign students. They currently train over 1,000 international students every year. The university offers courses in basic and advanced acupuncture, Chinese language, herbal medicine, dietetic therapy, tai qi and qi kung. With their extensive experience in education, medicine, and research they are sure to provide enriching experiences for your continuing education.