China Digital Economy: Learning Expedition 

Step inside the engine room of the world’s second-largest economy.

This 8-day business expedition across China’s digital hubs connects you directly with the people, companies, and institutions shaping the future of global commerce.

From Beijing’s e-commerce titans and Shanghai’s FDI gateways to Hangzhou’s innovation ecosystems and Shenzhen’s manufacturing frontier, this journey offers exclusive access, curated meetings, and deep local insight.

You’ll visit the headquarters of JD.com, ByteDance/Douyin, Alibaba, and Tencent, attend official government briefings on investment and company registration, and participate in factory visits and B2B matchmaking with vetted suppliers.

Small group, senior-level participants only — all logistics, interpreters, and on-the-ground coordination included.

Route Overview

Duration: 9 days, 8 nights

Group Size: 8–12 participants

Type: Business Immersion / Corporate Delegation

Difficulty: ★☆☆☆☆ (Comfort)

Price: $6,888 per person

What is Included

✅ Accommodation (4★ hotels, with breakfast)

✅ Domestic transport (high-speed trains, internal flights, private vans)

✅ Corporate visits & official briefings

✅ Senior bilingual guides & interpreters

✅ Meetings, workshops, and B2B matchmaking sessions

✅ Welcome & closing dinners

✅ All scheduled meals (as per itinerary)

✅ Visa invitation letter & on-arrival assistance

✅ Program materials, contact sheets, and logistics support

✅ Travel insurance coverage

✅ Dedicated media team

✅ SIM & Comms

❌ International flights

❌ Personal extra meals and expenses

❌ Visa costs (when applicable)

Why Join

This program is designed for entrepreneurs, investors, and executives who want to understand how China’s digital ecosystem truly operates, not from reports, but from inside the boardrooms and production floors.

If you’re exploring sourcing, partnerships, local incorporation, or expansion into Asia, this expedition delivers clarity, connections, and credibility.

You’ll return home with verified contacts, actionable frameworks, and a strategic understanding of how to position your business in the world’s fastest-evolving market.

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