Qin Shi Huang and the Empire of Earth Walk among the Terracotta Warriors while uncovering the legend of Qin Shi Huang’s underground rivers of mercury and the empire’s soil-born secrets. ▶▶Courses The unexcavated tomb of Qin Shi Huang is said to contain flowing rivers of mercury—an emperor’s quest for immortality echoed by scientific findings of high mercury levels in the soil. Visit the Terracotta Army → observe excavation and conservation challenges firsthand → learn about the origins of the clay, soil, and materials that shaped this subterranean empire.

West Lake and the Legend of Tea Sail across West Lake and sip fresh Longjing tea as you follow the White Snake’s footsteps through legends and leaf-scented hills. ▶▶Courses The timeless love story of the “Legend of the White Snake” and the world-famous Longjing tea, grown only in the hills surrounding West Lake. Cruise on West Lake → hear the tale of Leifeng Pagoda → visit nearby tea fields and experience hand-picking fresh tea leaves.

The Red Gates and the Sacred Path of Kyoto Climb the red gates to explore fox spirits, sacred rice harvests, and the living pulse of Kyoto’s timeless faiths. ▶▶Courses The fox legends protecting agriculture and commerce, alongside Kyoto’s natural geothermal hot springs that sustain local life. Walk through the famous red torii gates → learn stories of fox spirits and rice cultivation rituals → relax in a nearby hot spring and discover how these waters shaped daily life in Kyoto.

Steppe Legends and the Spirit of the Mongolian Empire Ride into the vast steppes to uncover the legend of Genghis Khan, sacred shamans, and the mineral-rich lands that shaped Mongolia’s nomadic heritage. ▶▶Courses The birth legend of Genghis Khan involving the blue wolf and white deer, intertwined with Mongolia’s abundant natural resources, including coal, copper, and rare earth minerals. Visit the Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue → explore the National Museum of Mongolia to learn about nomadic culture and shamanism → experience traditional ger living, including tasting fermented mare’s milk (airag) and understanding how natural resources support local life.

Temples and Volcanic Springs Pray at sacred temples and explore hot springs where gods, legends, and volcanic earth converge. ▶▶Courses The diverse gods worshiped at Longshan Temple and Taiwan’s volcanic geothermal resources. Visit Longshan Temple → hike Yangmingshan National Park for hot spring and volcanic exploration → evening at Shilin Night Market to experience local cuisine and street life.

Palaces, Streams, and the Life of Old Capital Trace the royal palaces and flowing streams of Seoul, where kings, markets, and water shaped everyday life. ▶▶Courses The dragon legends of Cheonggyecheon and the Han River as the lifeline of the capital. Tour Gyeongbokgung Palace → stroll along Cheonggyecheon to see urban water management → visit Gwangjang Market to experience local street food and market culture.

Shilla Tombs and Moonlit Reflections Step into Shilla tombs of gold and gaze at Anapji’s moonlit waters that once held the dreams of a thousand-year kingdom. ▶▶Courses The golden crowns of Shilla royalty and legends surrounding moonlit festivals. Walk among the Daereungwon royal tombs → visit Gyeongju National Museum to see gold artifacts → evening stroll at Anapji Pond to experience Shilla-inspired moonlight tales.

Volcanic Peaks and Sea Women Hike volcanic peaks born of legend, meet Jeju’s sea women, and taste the island’s life where myth and lava meet. ▶▶Courses The myth of Seolmundae Halmeoni and Jeju’s basalt lava formations, intertwined with the sea women’s marine resources. Climb Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak → visit the Haenyeo Museum to learn about women divers → walk along the coast and sample traditional local seafood dishes.