Overview

A one-day corporate programme in Beijing for delegations who want to understand China's technology economy at first hand. The day is built around Zhongguancun in Haidian, the district where China's university, research and venture activity concentrate, and it pairs a company site visit with briefings on policy and market entry. Suitable for 2-30 participants, and the meetings are arranged around your own sector.

Highlights

  • Zhongguancun Science Park - the cluster known as China's Silicon Valley
  • Briefing on China's technology policy and start-up ecosystem
  • Site visit to a technology company in the Haidian district
  • Discussion of market entry, partnership and IP practice in China
  • Opportunity for your own company presentation and Q&A
  • Full-day private vehicle, guide and meeting coordination

Itinerary

Day 1Beijing - Innovation Hub of the North

Morning — Zhongguancun Science Park
Journey to Zhongguancun Science Park in Beijing's Haidian District, China's premier innovation center often called 'China's Silicon Valley.' Home to over 20,000 high-tech enterprises and giants such as Baidu, Lenovo, and Xiaomi, it represents the forefront of China's technological advancement. Meet executives from a cutting-edge AI or biotech startup to understand the innovation ecosystem and discuss potential partnerships.

Afternoon — Industry Association Briefing
Continue your business immersion with a visit to a leading industry association, where experts brief you on market trends, regulatory frameworks, and practical strategies for foreign companies entering China. Engage in a roundtable discussion addressing your specific business questions, gaining insider perspectives unavailable in any guidebook.

Evening — Hutong Tea Ceremony
Unwind with a traditional tea ceremony at a historic teahouse in a quiet hutong neighborhood, where narrow alleyways lined with courtyard homes preserve old Beijing's character. As a master prepares delicate teas, learn about tea's role in Chinese business relationships and how the patience it demands reflects Chinese negotiation styles.

Meals
Breakfast, Lunch.

Accommodation Options
4-Star: Courtyard by Marriott Beijing | DoubleTree by Hilton Beijing | Novotel Beijing Peace.
5-Star: The Peninsula Beijing | Ritz-Carlton Beijing | Waldorf Astoria Beijing.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Booking Price

Group Size Adult(Age:8-80) Price/p.p Child(Age:4-7) Price/p.p Infant(Age:0-3) Price/p.p
2 PAX from $362 / /
4 PAX from $246 / /
6 PAX from $209 / /
8 PAX from $190 / /
10 PAX from $168 / /
20 PAX from $138 / /
30 PAX from $128 / /

Includes

  • Meals as listed in the daily itinerary (breakfasts and lunches as shown)
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver throughout
  • English-speaking local guide (Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian or Japanese on request)
  • All entrance fees for the sites listed, including shuttle buses, eco-buses and cable cars where the site requires them
  • Local handling and coordination service throughout the programme
  • Bottled water (2 bottles per person per day) and audio headsets where group size requires them
  • Travel accident insurance for the duration of the tour

Excludes

  • International air tickets and any domestic flights not listed in the itinerary
  • China visa or visa-free entry documentation fees
  • Meals not specified in the daily itinerary and all beverages/alcohol
  • Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff (suggested USD 8-12 per person per day)
  • Personal expenses: laundry, telephone, minibar, shopping
  • Optional activities and any item not listed under Price Includes
  • Single-room supplement if a traveller requires a room alone

Trip Notes

Please read the notes below before you book. They cover entry formalities, pace, weather and what to bring.

Q: Is this tour private or shared?
A: It is a private tour. Only your own party travels with the guide and vehicle, so the pace and the order of stops can be adjusted on the day.

Q: What is the best season for this itinerary?
A: April to June and September to November bring the mildest weather and clearest light. The programme runs year round, and we adjust the daily timings in mid-summer and winter.

Q: Can you handle dietary requirements and accessibility needs?
A: Yes. Vegetarian, halal, gluten-free and allergy-aware menus are arranged when you tell us in advance. Step-free and low-mobility versions of the route can also be planned.

Q: How do we book and pay?
A: Send us your travel dates and group size for a same-day quotation. A deposit confirms the booking, the balance is due before arrival, and prices are guaranteed for 7 days.

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