This summer, we are sending a small group of Irish students and teachers on the very first China Quest journey. Somebody has to be first — why not you?
The whole trip is covered. Flights, stays, meals, visas, insurance. In return, you travel with eyes open and a camera in your pocket — and you help us tell this story to the hundreds of Irish students who'll follow behind you.
The ancient capital.
The Great Wall at Mutianyu. The Forbidden City. A day on Peking University's campus. The hutongs, on foot.
Where the Silk Road begins.
The Terracotta Army. A bicycle around Ming-era walls. Calligraphy by hand, dumplings by the dozen.
The skyline of tomorrow.
A day at a local school. The Bund at dusk. An innovation campus. The Maglev, because why not.
Indicative itinerary. Final details confirmed closer to departure.
Currently in Transition Year, 5th Year, or 6th Year, attending a secondary school in the Republic of Ireland. Curious about the world. Willing to pick up a camera and share what you see. Open to travelling as part of a small team.
Registered with the Teaching Council of Ireland and currently teaching in a participating school. History, Geography, CSPE, Art, Business, or Chinese Studies preferred — but we care more about temperament than timetable. You'll be a champion for future travel at your school.
Selection is on merit — not family income. We balance the cohort across at least three of Ireland's four provinces.
A short video or a handful of captioned photos each day. You capture — we help you tell the story.
Give one short talk at your school when you return. We provide the template. You provide the truth.
Honest feedback. What worked, what didn't, what would have made this better. We're listening.
On 28 April at the TY Show, or online shortly after. Two minutes.
Filmed on your phone. The prompt: why I want to go to China. We're not looking for polish — we're looking for you.
What you'd bring back — to your classmates, your family, your community. Short is fine. Honest is better.
A brief recommendation from them, and a signed consent form from a parent or guardian. Templates provided.