The program cost includes three excursions to various places of cultural interest in and around Haikou, known for its old southern Chinese architecture.

All excursions sponsored by the program are designed to enhance classroom instruction. In particular, these excursions will serve to expose the students to the diverse ethnic minorities within Chinese society -- some of which live only on Hainan Island. The original inhabitants of the island, the Li and Miao (Hmong) continue to live primarily in the dense forested areas of the Limulingshan mountains in the center of the island.

In addition, students can enjoy the many beautiful beaches, mountain hikes and biking tours.