CHINA BUSINESS & TRADE EXPERIENCE

15 Days / 14 Nights Premium Business, Sourcing & Trade Tour

Destination: Guangzhou • Shenzhen • Canton Fair
Departure: Accra, Ghana
Duration: 15 Days / 14 Nights
Travel Style: Business • Trade • Sourcing • Networking • Innovation • Culture
Ideal For: Entrepreneurs • Importers • Exporters • Wholesalers • Retailers • Manufacturers • Startup Founders • Investors • Corporate Executives

Explore China's dynamic business environment, connect with suppliers and manufacturers, visit major wholesale markets, attend the Canton Fair, and gain practical insights into international sourcing, logistics and trade — all with professional travel coordination and on-ground support.

🌟 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

• 🇨🇳 Explore Guangzhou and Shenzhen, two of China's major commercial and technology hubs

• 🏬 Visit leading wholesale markets across Guangzhou

• 🏭 Visit selected manufacturers and factories

• 🤝 Meet suppliers and explore potential business partnerships

• 📦 Learn about MOQ, OEM, ODM, customization and product sourcing

• 💻 Explore Huaqiangbei Electronics Market in Shenzhen

• 🚚 Learn about logistics, freight forwarding and international shipping

• 🏢 Attend the Canton Fair and connect with international suppliers

• 💰 Develop practical supplier negotiation and sourcing skills

• 🌐 Explore business opportunities in one of the world's largest trading economies

• 🗣️ Access translation assistance during scheduled business meetings

• 🍵 Experience Chinese culture, cuisine and local markets

• 🏙️ Explore modern Shenzhen and Guangzhou

• 🤝 Network with fellow entrepreneurs and business professionals

• 🏨 Stay in selected 4-star hotels

• ✈️ Enjoy professionally coordinated travel from Accra to China and back

📖 FULL DESCRIPTION

Turn Your China Trip Into a Business Opportunity

The China Business & Trade Experience is a professionally organized 15-day business and sourcing journey designed for entrepreneurs, importers, wholesalers, retailers, startup founders and business professionals who want to explore China's enormous commercial opportunities.

Rather than simply visiting China as a tourist, participants will have the opportunity to experience the country's business ecosystem firsthand.

From Guangzhou's famous wholesale markets and manufacturing centres to Shenzhen's technology and electronics markets, the programme combines supplier sourcing, factory visits, business networking, logistics education, market exploration and cultural experiences.

A major highlight of the programme is the Canton Fair, where participants can explore exhibition halls, discover new products, meet manufacturers and suppliers, collect catalogues and discuss potential business relationships.

Throughout the trip, our professional business tour coordinators provide assistance with scheduled visits, transportation, supplier meetings and general on-ground support.

The programme also allows time for cultural discovery and leisure, giving participants the opportunity to experience China's food, markets, modern cities and unique traditions.

Whether your goal is to start importing from China, expand an existing business, find new suppliers, develop private-label products, explore OEM/ODM opportunities or simply understand the Chinese trading environment, this experience provides a structured starting point for your journey.

🗓️ DETAILED ITINERARY

✈️ DAY 1 — ACCRA → GUANGZHOU

Depart Accra for Guangzhou.

Upon arrival:

• Airport meet & greet

• Private airport transfer

• Hotel check-in

• Welcome dinner

• Business trip orientation

• Introduction to the programme and business objectives

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🏬 DAY 2 — GUANGZHOU WHOLESALE MARKET EXPERIENCE

After breakfast, begin your introduction to Guangzhou's wholesale ecosystem.

Depending on your sourcing interests, explore markets specializing in:

• 👗 Fashion and clothing

• 📱 Electronics

• 👟 Shoes and bags

• 🏠 Home appliances

• 💄 Cosmetics and beauty products

• 🛍️ Consumer goods

Participants receive guidance on market navigation, product comparison and supplier identification.

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

🏭 DAY 3 — FACTORY & MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE

Visit selected manufacturers based on participants' business interests.

Learn about:

• Manufacturing processes

• Quality control

• Minimum Order Quantities (MOQ)

• OEM production

• ODM production

• Product customization

• Packaging

• Supplier communication

Opportunity to discuss products and potential business arrangements with suppliers.

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

🚚 DAY 4 — LOGISTICS, SHIPPING & BUSINESS SUPPORT

Explore the business infrastructure supporting international trade.

Potential visits include:

• Logistics companies

• Freight forwarding partners

• Packaging manufacturers

• Export companies

• Business districts

Learn about:

• International shipping

• Freight options

• Product consolidation

• Packaging

• Export procedures

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

💻 DAY 5 — GUANGZHOU → SHENZHEN BUSINESS TOUR

Transfer to Shenzhen.

Visit:

Huaqiangbei Electronics Market

Explore one of Shenzhen's major electronics trading areas and discover opportunities in:

• Consumer electronics

• Mobile accessories

• Components

• Gadgets

• Technology products

Continue with selected technology and smart-manufacturing experiences.

🏨 Overnight: Shenzhen

🍽️ Breakfast

🏙️ DAY 6 — SHENZHEN CITY & BUSINESS EXPERIENCE

Explore Shenzhen and experience the city's unique combination of technology, commerce and modern urban development.

Possible visits include:

• Shenzhen Civic Centre

• OCT Harbour

• Window of the World — photo stop

• Local shopping districts

Evening networking dinner.

🏨 Overnight: Shenzhen

🍽️ Breakfast

🤝 DAY 7 — BUSINESS SOURCING & SUPPLIER MEETINGS

A dedicated business day based on participants' individual sourcing interests.

Activities may include:

• Supplier meetings

• Product sourcing

• Price discussions

• Product demonstrations

• Business consultations

• OEM/ODM discussions

Translation assistance available during scheduled business visits.

🏨 Overnight: Shenzhen

🍽️ Breakfast

🍵 DAY 8 — CHINESE CULTURE & LEISURE EXPERIENCE

Take a break from business and experience China's culture and lifestyle.

Experience:

• Chinese tea culture

• Local cuisine

• Traditional markets

• Local shopping

• Souvenir shopping

🏨 Overnight: Shenzhen

🍽️ Breakfast

📦 DAY 9 — FREE BUSINESS & SOURCING DAY

Use the day according to your business objectives.

Participants may:

• Visit additional suppliers

• Conduct business meetings

• Source products

• Request samples

• Arrange logistics

• Continue negotiations

• Enjoy personal shopping

Farewell dinner in Shenzhen.

🏨 Overnight: Shenzhen

🍽️ Breakfast

🚄 DAY 10 — SHENZHEN → GUANGZHOU

Return to Guangzhou.

After hotel check-in, participate in a Canton Fair orientation session.

Learn about:

• Exhibition navigation

• Supplier meetings

• Product sourcing

• Business cards and networking

• Supplier follow-up

• Business meeting preparation

• Effective trade-show strategies

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

🏢 DAY 11 — CANTON FAIR EXPERIENCE: DAY 1

Spend the day at the Canton Fair.

Explore exhibition halls and connect with manufacturers and suppliers.

Focus on:

• Product discovery

• Supplier networking

• Business matchmaking

• Market trends

• New business opportunities

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

🏢 DAY 12 — CANTON FAIR EXPERIENCE: DAY 2

Continue your Canton Fair experience.

Explore product categories relevant to your business interests, potentially including:

• Electronics

• Home appliances

• Furniture

• Building materials

• Machinery

• Consumer products

Participate in supplier discussions and negotiations.

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

🤝 DAY 13 — CANTON FAIR: SOURCING & NEGOTIATION DAY

Use the day to focus on specific products and suppliers.

Receive assistance with:

• Supplier identification

• Price negotiations

• OEM/ODM enquiries

• Catalogue collection

• Sample requests

• Supplier comparisons

• Potential business partnerships

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast

📋 DAY 14 — POST-CANTON FAIR BUSINESS SUPPORT

Follow up with suppliers and business partners.

Potential activities include:

• Factory follow-up visits

• Supplier appointments

• Freight-forwarder consultations

• Shipping discussions

• Product inspection arrangements

• Payment procedure guidance

• Business follow-up

🥂 Closing Networking Dinner

Conclude the business experience with a networking dinner and closing session.

🏨 Overnight: Guangzhou

🍽️ Breakfast & Dinner

✈️ DAY 15 — GUANGZHOU → ACCRA

Enjoy breakfast before checking out.

• Hotel check-out

• Airport transfer

• Departure from Guangzhou

• Return flight to Accra

End of China Business & Trade Experience

✅ PACKAGE INCLUDES

✔️ Return international airfare — Accra → China → Accra
✔️ China visa assistance/visa fee as specified in the selected package
✔️ Travel insurance
✔️ Airport pick-up and drop-off
✔️ 14 nights' accommodation in selected 4-star hotels
✔️ Daily breakfast
✔️ Guangzhou–Shenzhen intercity transportation
✔️ Scheduled private air-conditioned transportation
✔️ Professional English-speaking tour guide
✔️ Dedicated business tour coordinator
✔️ Wholesale market visits
✔️ Scheduled factory/manufacturer visits
✔️ Supplier sourcing support
✔️ Business networking opportunities
✔️ Translation assistance during scheduled business visits
✔️ Canton Fair visit
✔️ Business orientation and sourcing guidance
✔️ Bottled water during scheduled excursions
✔️ Tour coordination and on-ground support

❌ PACKAGE EXCLUDES

✘ Lunches and dinners unless specifically stated
✘ Business purchases
✘ Product samples and product orders
✘ Shipping and freight charges
✘ Customs duties and import taxes
✘ Personal shopping
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Optional tours and activities
✘ Supplier/product inspection fees not specifically included
✘ Additional hotel nights
✘ Excess baggage charges
✘ Tips and gratuities
✘ Expenses arising from changes to personal travel plans

💳 FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLAN

✔️ Reserve your place with USD 500

✔️ Pay the remaining balance through flexible monthly installments.

📅 Final payment deadline: 45 days before departure.

All payments and booking conditions are subject to the terms provided at the time of reservation.

🎒 WHAT TO BRING

• Valid passport

• Visa/travel documents

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Business cards

• Notebook and pen

• Phone and power bank

• Universal travel adapter

• Comfortable business/casual clothing

• Light jacket or appropriate clothing for the season

• Personal medication and essential items

• Small backpack for trade fairs and market visits

• Credit/debit card and some local currency

• Product specifications or samples of products you intend to source

💼 BUSINESS TRAVELLERS SHOULD ALSO CONSIDER BRINGING:

• Company profile

• Product catalogues

• Product specifications

• Target price ranges

• Preferred quantities

• Packaging requirements

• Branding requirements

• OEM/ODM specifications

Having these details prepared can make supplier meetings considerably more productive.

📌 IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• This is a business and sourcing experience, not solely a sightseeing holiday.

• Factory and supplier visits are arranged according to availability and participants' business interests.

• Specific factories, suppliers and markets may change depending on availability, industry requirements and scheduling.

• Translation assistance is available for scheduled business visits; it does not necessarily cover all personal meetings or independent shopping.

• Supplier meetings do not guarantee orders, partnerships, product quality or commercial outcomes.

• Participants are responsible for independently evaluating suppliers, products, contracts, prices and payment terms before making purchases.

• Product purchases, samples, shipping, customs duties and import-related costs are not included in the tour price.

• Canton Fair access is subject to the fair's registration requirements and applicable entry conditions.

• Participants should keep their passport and important travel documents secure throughout the trip.

• The itinerary may be adjusted due to flight schedules, traffic, weather, supplier availability, exhibition schedules or other circumstances beyond the tour operator's control.

• Hotel check-in/check-out times are subject to hotel policies.

• Participants requiring additional hotel nights can request an extension at an additional cost.

• Business appointments should be communicated to the tour coordinator as early as possible.

• Participants should maintain professional conduct when visiting factories, companies and business establishments.

🚫 NOT ALLOWED

• ❌ Illegal drugs

• ❌ Weapons or dangerous items

• ❌ Fraudulent or counterfeit business activities

• ❌ Unauthorized photography or recording inside factories or restricted business premises

• ❌ Disrespectful behaviour toward suppliers, factory staff, guides or local communities

👥 WHO SHOULD JOIN?

This experience is particularly suitable for:

• 👔 Business owners

• 📦 Importers and exporters

• 🛍️ Wholesale and retail business owners

• 🛒 Online sellers

• 🏪 Supermarket owners

• 💊 Pharmacy and healthcare-product businesses

• 👗 Fashion and boutique owners

• 📱 Electronics dealers

• 🏗️ Construction-material businesses

• 🏨 Hotel and hospitality businesses

• 💻 E-commerce entrepreneurs

• 🚀 Startup founders

• 💰 Investors

• 🏢 Corporate executives

🌟 WHY JOIN THE CHINA BUSINESS & TRADE EXPERIENCE?

🏭 SOURCE DIRECTLY

Explore China's manufacturing and wholesale ecosystem and identify potential suppliers.

💰 UNDERSTAND NEGOTIATION

Gain practical exposure to MOQ discussions, pricing, customization and supplier negotiations.

📦 LEARN THE IMPORT PROCESS

Understand the relationship between sourcing, packaging, freight forwarding and international shipping.

🤝 BUILD BUSINESS CONNECTIONS

Meet suppliers, manufacturers, fellow entrepreneurs and other international business professionals.

🏢 EXPERIENCE THE CANTON FAIR

Explore one of the world's major international trade exhibitions and discover potential products and suppliers.

💻 DISCOVER CHINA'S TECHNOLOGY HUB

Experience Shenzhen's technology ecosystem and explore Huaqiangbei's vast electronics market.

🌏 COMBINE BUSINESS WITH CULTURE

Experience Chinese food, tea culture, markets, modern cities and local traditions alongside your business activities.

🤝 PROFESSIONAL SUPPORT

Travel with experienced tour coordinators who help make your business journey organized, comfortable and productive.

YOUR BUSINESS. YOUR SOURCING JOURNEY. YOUR CHINA EXPERIENCE.

Accra ✈️ Guangzhou → Shenzhen → Guangzhou → Canton Fair → Accra

Explore. Source. Connect. Negotiate. Grow.

Extreme Performance Travel Consult helps you turn a trip to China into a structured business, sourcing and networking experience — while taking care of the travel coordination along the way.