Shenzhen Innovation Tour: Explore China's Silicon Valley
Over the past four decades, Shenzhen has transformed from a young manufacturing city into one of China’s leading centres for technology, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Today, the city is home to globally recognised companies and emerging industries spanning artificial intelligence, drones, biotechnology, new energy vehicles, smart manufacturing, digital technology and advanced hardware. Companies such as Tencent, Huawei, DJI and BYD have grown alongside a dynamic ecosystem of technology start-ups, research institutions and innovative businesses.
The AI & Innovation Technology Study Tour takes students and corporate groups into the heart of Shenzhen’s technology ecosystem. Through company visits, technology experiences, professional exchanges and business simulation activities, participants explore how innovative ideas are transformed into products, businesses and real-world applications.
Rather than simply observing technology, the programme encourages participants to understand the thinking, creativity and business decisions behind innovation.
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Features
Explore Shenzhen’s Leading Technology Companies & Innovation Hubs
Shenzhen brings together technology companies and innovation platforms across a wide range of industries, making it an ideal destination for understanding the development of China’s technology and innovation ecosystem.
Through first-hand company visits, participants gain insight into R&D, product applications, corporate culture and business models, while exploring how Chinese technology companies continue to innovate and bring their products to both domestic and international markets.
Areas of exploration include:
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Technology & Internet Companies
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Drones & Smart Hardware
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Genomics & Life Sciences
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New Energy & Autonmous Vehicles
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Creative Design & Advanced Manufacturing
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University Start-ups & Innovation Projects
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Smart Cities & Industrial Development
Possible Visits:
Royole Corporation, DJI, Tencent, BGI Genomics, SF Express, BYD, Guoci Yongfengyuan, Shenzhen University student start-up projects, Shenzhen Industrial Exhibition Hall, The Tides of Reform — Guangdong Reform and Opening-up Exhibition, and more.
*Actual company and venue visits are subject to the group’s theme, travel dates and host organisation availability.
AI & Innovation Technology Experiences
Go beyond observation and discover how technology products are developed through hands-on experiences and interactive activities.
Participants explore the creative process behind innovative products while gaining a practical understanding of technology, product development and business thinking.
Experience highlights include:
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Maker Experience: Operate equipment such as laser engravers, 3D printers, UV printers and DTF printers, and experience how creative ideas can be transformed into physical products.
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Interactive Robotics Experience: Get up close with humanoid robots, biomimetic robotic dogs, AI companion robots and exoskeleton technology, exploring the integration of artificial intelligence, robotics and human-machine interaction.
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AI in Everyday Life: Discover how AI is being applied across workplaces, education, everyday life and entertainment, and consider how emerging technologies may reshape the way we live and work.
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From Idea to Market: Explore how an innovative product moves from market research and product design through testing, commercialisation and branding, developing participants’ understanding of product and business thinking.
Explore Drones, Biotechnology & Future Industries
From drones and genomics to new energy and artificial intelligence, Shenzhen is at the forefront of a diverse range of emerging industries. Through industry visits, professional exchanges and a business planning simulation, participants explore how technological innovation can be transformed from R&D into real-world products, services and business opportunities.
Areas of exploration include:
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Drone Technology: Learn about drone technology, industry applications and future developments, including applications in aerial photography, logistics, surveying, and public services.
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Genomics & Life Sciences: Visit genomics-related research or exhibition facilities to learn about genetic sequencing, life sciences and their practical applications.
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Smart Manufacturing & New Energy: Explore examples from new energy vehicles, smart manufacturing and advanced products to understand how technology is transforming traditional industries and driving industrial innovation.
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Internet & Digital Technology: Examine how internet platforms, software services and digital technologies are creating new business models, products and user experiences.
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Business Planning Simulation: Take on the role of an innovation team and develop a technology product or innovative service based on emerging technologies and real-world market needs.
Experience Shenzhen’s CBD & Shekou Sea World
Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of China's innovation capital, and experience the future of technology up close. This tour is perfect for tech enthusiasts, future entrepreneurs, students, and anyone interested in the latest advancements in technology.
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Shenzhen's CBD: Explore Shenzhen's CBD, visiting landmarks such as the Civic Center, Book City, Concert Hall, renowned retail chains, shopping malls, and international brand hotels.
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Shekou Sea World Plaza: The plaza offers a vibrant mix of dining, music and a mesmerizing fountain, creating a colorful and spectacular sight. Shekou's Sea World Bar Street is a popular spot among international visitors, offering a lively nightlife experience.
