Touch down at Guangzhou Baiyun; allow 60–90 minutes for immigration and baggage then take taxi or airport express (25–40 min) to Tianhe district for hotels near city center. Early arrival — request early check‑in or luggage hold at hotel.
Try classic dim sum at Panxi (or Tao Tao Ju) to recharge after travel; dim sum is a Guangzhou must and typical opening hours are ~07:00–15:00. Arrive early to avoid lines.
Attend a scheduled health check / consult at an international clinic (example: Sun Yat‑sen University First Affiliated Hospital — International Clinic). Most clinics run 08:00–17:00 but you must prebook; bring passport and previous records.
Enjoy a relaxed seafood dinner at a recommended restaurant (Lei Garden or a reputable local seafood place); most Cantonese restaurants are open 17:30–22:00.
Visit Yuexiu Park to see the iconic Five Rams sculpture and city green space; park hours are typically 06:30–21:00 and it’s relaxing and centrally located.
Take a scenic Pearl River cruise at dusk to see Canton Tower lighting and riverside landmarks; cruises typically depart 19:00–21:00 — book ahead for peak season.
Catch an early G/C train from Guangzhou South to Shenzhen North or Futian (journey ~30–60 min depending on service); trains run frequently in the morning. Buy tickets via 12306 app or station counters.
Browse Huaqiangbei, the world’s famous electronics market: great for gadgets, accessories and window shopping; most shops open ~09:00–18:00. Useful for accessories if you’ll buy a new phone later.
Choose Window of the World for miniature global landmarks or OCT Loft for cafes, galleries and creative shops; both open ~09:00–17:30 and are distinctive Shenzhen experiences.
Board a high‑speed G train north to Beijing (journey ~8–9 hours depending on service); this fulfills your 'to Beijing via bullet train' plan. Trains offer comfortable seating and a scenic long‑distance ride.
Explore Wangfujing’s shopping street then enjoy Peking duck at Quanjude or Da Dong (open 11:00–21:00). Wangfujing is lively at night with street snacks and shops.
Leave early (hotel pickup or private taxi/driver) for Mutianyu section — less crowded than Badaling; Mutianyu opening hours typically ~08:00–17:00, and cable car runs within those hours.
Hike and explore restored sections, use the cable car or chairlift for easier access; expect 2–4 hours on site to walk and take photos. Entrance + lift combined ~CNY165.
Choose Summer Palace (08:00–17:00) for gardens, Kunming Lake and palace views, or Temple of Heaven for imperial rituals; both are spacious and photogenic.
Head to Beijing Capital or Daxing airport for an evening flight back to Guangzhou (flight time ~3h). Book a 19:00–21:30 departure to arrive Guangzhou late night and rest for iPhone launch day.
Light breakfast and plan your pickup strategy — bring passport and local payment method or order pickup via Apple.cn if preordered. Stores typically open ~10:00 but queues form early on launch days.
Arrive early at the Apple Store (Taikoo Hui or Grandview) for launch‑day purchase or scheduled pickup; Apple retail hours commonly 10:00–22:00, but confirm exact local opening time and pickup window. If you didn’t preorder, anticipate lines and limited stock.
Lunch in Tianhe’s malls (Taikoo Hui / Grandview) where many restaurants offer international and Cantonese fare and you can test accessories sold in mall tech stores.
If your earlier health check required follow‑up or prescription pickup, visit the same clinic or a pharmacy in Tianhe; clinics typically open 08:00–17:00.
Depart hotel to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport allowing 2.5–3 hours before your 09:35am international departure; taxis or hotel shuttle recommended for on‑time arrival.