Experience China (9D/8N)

Join a small, curated group experience designed for founders, builders, and creators to explore the contrasts of contemporary China. We start in Shenzhen—China’s tech hub.Then we slow down in Guilin and Yangshuo.And we end in Chongqing—a city that feels futuristic. Along the way: You’ll travel with like-minded peopleExperience China beyond the surfaceAnd leave with a new perspective on scale, speed, and possibility We can’t see everything in 9 days, but we can see the right things, in the right order. Itinerary Shenzhen Day 1 (9 May) - Welcome to the Future Arrival (Flexible) Check in at your own pace Evening - Opening Welcome Dinner in Nanshan (included)Night walk at Shenzhen Bay Meet the group. Step into modern China. Day 2 (10 May) - Tech Culture Morning Huaqiangbei electronics market Afternoon DJI flagship storeParks, cafes, and creative spaces Evening Optional group dinner Explore China’s modern tech culture. Day 3 (11 May) - Tech Immersion Morning Nanshan tech districtTencent campus walk Afternoon High-speed train to Guilin (~2.5-3h)Check in Evening Optional group dinner Immerse yourself in China’s modern tech ecosystem. Guilin & Yangshuo Day 4 (12 May) - Into Nature Morning Optional Li River cruise Afternoon Private transfer to Yangshuo (~1-1.5h)Check in Evening Optional group dinner A pace shift. Space to breathe. Day 5 (13 May) - Slowing Down Flexible Day Optional cycling through the countrysideOptional bamboo raftingCafes, walks, conversations Evening Optional group dinner Intentional unstructured time. Chongqing Day 6 (14 May) - Scenic Travel Morning Private transfer to Guilin (~1-1.5h) Afternoon High-speed train to Chongqing (~4.5-5h) Evening Check inOptional group dinner Travel together on the beautiful route. Day 7 (15 May) - Cyberpunk City Flexible Day Liziba StationCity walks and viewpointsOptional Yangtze River cable car Evening Optional group dinner This is hyperreality. Day 8 (16 May) - Finale Night Flexible Day Cafes and city explorationOptional spa or massage Evening - Closing Chongqing hotpot dinner (included)Hongya Cave at night and riverfront walkOptional night out End with a celebration. Day 9 (17 May) - Back to Reality Morning Check outFlexible departures Final goodbyes. Back to reality. What This Is (and Isn’t) This is a curated group experience: Small group of 6-10 peopleSemi-structured daysFlexibility to join or do your own thing You’re part of a group exploring together, but you’re not being led around. We handle everything important. What’s included? Welcome dinner in ShenzhenClosing dinner in ChongqingHigh-speed trains:Shenzhen to Guilin (~2.5-3h)Guilin to Chongqing (~4.5-5h)Private transfersGuilin to Yangshuo (~1-1.5h)Yangshuo to Guilin (~1-1.5h)8 nights in private hotel roomsTrip logistics, curation, and hosting What’s excluded? Flights to/from China ($280-$420)Food ($120-$240)Activities ($100-$180)Local transport ($70-$140)Visa Pricing We finalize logistics one month before departure. Spots are limited. Advance - $1299Book by 9 April, 23:59 UTC+8Non-refundableRemaining Spots - $1499Book by 23 April, 23:59 UTC+8Non-refundable Apply to Join We maintain a small group of 6-10 people. This trip is ideal for: FoundersBuildersCreatorsPeople who value perspective, conversation, and shared experiences If that sounds like you, apply to join.