Tech Exploration in China: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Chongqing, and Chengdu

Day 1: Beijing Tech Start

Beijing, China on June 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Moka Bros

Enjoy a healthy and tasty breakfast in a modern café known for its fresh ingredients, fueling up before exploring Beijing's tech hubs.
CNY60, 1h

9:30am

Visit Zhongguancun Tech Hub

Explore China's Silicon Valley, where innovation and technology startups thrive. Discover leading tech companies and visit the tech exhibition center.
Free, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at The Georg

Savor modern European cuisine with a focus on quality and innovation, providing a relaxing break amid your tech exploration.
CNY120, 1.5h

3:00pm

Visit Tsinghua University Innovation Park

Tour a leading university innovation center housing startups and cutting-edge tech projects, experiencing academic tech development firsthand.
Free, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Beijing Kitchen

Enjoy refined Beijing-style dishes with a culinary twist, perfect for wrapping up your tech-focused day.
CNY150, 1.5h
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Day 2: Beijing to Shanghai

Beijing, China on June 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Baker & Spice

Start your day with artisan breads and fresh coffee in a cozy atmosphere before heading to the airport.
CNY70, 1h

9:00am

Flight to Shanghai

Fly from Beijing Capital Airport to Shanghai Pudong International Airport (approx 2h).
CNY700, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Lost Heaven Bund

Enjoy Yunnan cuisine overlooking the Bund, a perfect blend of culture and culinary innovation.
CNY120, 1.5h

2:00pm

Visit Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park

Explore Shanghai’s leading tech park, home to biotech, IT, and software companies with many startups and innovation centers.
Free, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Ultraviolet by Paul Pairet

Experience a cutting-edge multi-sensory dining experience that combines technology and gastronomy (book well in advance).
CNY3000, 3h
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Day 3: Shanghai Tech & Culture

Shanghai, China on June 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at a local cafe in Jing’an

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast in Shanghai’s trendy Jing’an district before your tech explorations.
CNY50, 1h

9:30am

Visit China Mobile Headquarters

Tour one of the largest telecommunications companies in China to understand mobile tech advancements.
Free (arranged tour), 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Element Fresh

A western-style fresh food chain, perfect for a quick and healthy lunch break.
CNY80, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Center

See Shanghai's futuristic city planning and smart city technologies on display (opens 9am–5pm).
CNY30, 2h

4:00pm

Explore Xintiandi Tech Stores

Discover flagship tech gadget stores and smart home innovations in this stylish area.
Free, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Din Tai Fung

Enjoy world-famous Shanghai-style dumplings in a modern setting.
CNY100, 1.5h
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Day 4: Guangzhou Tech Innovation

Guangzhou, China on June 18, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Quick breakfast before early departure to Guangzhou by high-speed train.
CNY50, 0.5h

7:00am

High-speed train to Guangzhou

Travel from Shanghai to Guangzhou by high-speed train, approx 7h, enjoy scenic views and relax.
CNY800, 7h

2:00pm

Lunch at Guangzhou Restaurant

Sample Cantonese classics such as dim sum in a historic setting.
CNY100, 1h

3:30pm

Visit Guangzhou Science City

Explore this leading tech and innovation zone featuring biotech, IT, and AI research centers.
Free, 3h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bingsheng Pinwei

Enjoy authentic and innovative Cantonese cuisine that blends tradition with modern flavors.
CNY150, 1.5h
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Day 5: Shenzhen High-Tech

Shenzhen, China on June 19, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café in Shenzhen

Light breakfast before a day dedicated to exploring the tech capital of China.
CNY40, 1h

9:00am

Visit Shenzhen Hi-Tech Industrial Park

Discover headquarters of tech giants like Huawei and Tencent, and explore innovation labs and museums.
Free, 4h

1:30pm

Lunch at OCT Harbour Restaurants

Dine by the water at a selection of modern restaurants offering fusion cuisine.
CNY120, 1.5h

3:30pm

Tour Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Planning Exhibition

Learn about Shenzhen's rapid urban development and technological progress (open 10am-6pm).
CNY20, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner at Hai Di Lao Hot Pot

Enjoy an interactive smart hot pot dining experience known for excellent service and technology integration.
CNY150, 1.5h
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Day 6: Chongqing Tech & Culture

Chongqing, China on June 20, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before traveling to Chongqing by flight.
CNY50, 0.5h

9:00am

Flight to Chongqing

Fly from Shenzhen to Chongqing (approx 2h).
CNY600, 2h

11:30am

Lunch at Chongqing Noodles Restaurant

Try local spicy Chongqing noodles famous throughout China.
CNY50, 1h

1:00pm

Visit Chongqing Smart City Exhibition Hall

Explore the latest advancements in smart city infrastructure and Internet of Things applied in large urban settings (typically open 9am-5pm).
Free, 3h

5:00pm

Walk along Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street

Experience the bustling commercial heart of Chongqing, featuring modern tech stores and local shops.
Free, 2h

7:30pm

Dinner at Foreigners Street

Dine in a multicultural themed area which integrates dining experiences with light shows and tech-enhanced entertainment.
CNY120, 1.5h
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Day 7: Chengdu Tech & Nature

Chengdu, China on June 21, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Light breakfast before a morning flight to Chengdu.
CNY50, 0.5h

8:30am

Flight to Chengdu

Fly from Chongqing to Chengdu, about 1 hour flight time.
CNY400, 1h

10:00am

Visit Chengdu Hi-tech Zone

Explore this growing tech area focusing on smart appliance manufacturing, IT, and software innovation.
Free, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Chen Mapo Tofu

Experience authentic Sichuan cuisine, especially famous mapo tofu with bold spicy flavors.
CNY80, 1h

2:30pm

Visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Combine technology and nature by seeing conservation technology efforts for giant pandas (open 7am-6pm).
CNY58, 3h

6:00pm

Dinner at Yu’s Family Kitchen

Enjoy innovative Sichuan dishes in an elegant atmosphere, rounding off your tech and nature day.
CNY200, 1.5h
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