China Tech Tour
Shenzhen Tech Tour September 2026
6-day China Tech Innovation Tour connecting global founders and leaders with AI and robotics ecosystems in Shenzhen, through conferences, company visits, cultural experiences, and meaningful connections.
Highlights
What this tour is designed to unlock.GEIA 2026 Main Stage
Full-day access to Global Embodied Intelligence and Humanoid Asia featuring AgiBot, Unitree Robotics, Fourier Intelligence, Siemens, Alibaba and other leading builders.
Private Company Visits
Step inside leading Shenzhen robotics companies for an inside look at product development, hardware integration, manufacturing and real-world deployment.
Founder & Operator Access
Intimate dinners, curated meetings and informal gatherings connecting you directly with Chinese AI, robotics and hardware founders.
Shenzhen's Hardware Ecosystem
From Inno100 rapid prototyping labs to Huaqiangbei's 40,000+ vendors — experience the infrastructure behind 'Shenzhen speed'.
Led by Monica Wang
15 years of operating experience across 60 countries, backed by Sequoia, Sinovation, GGV and more — your bridge into China's AI and tech ecosystem.
Overview
6 Days Inside China's AI & Robotics Capital
Shenzhen Tech Tour September 2026 is a curated 6-day immersion into the ecosystems powering China's next wave of embodied AI, robotics and hardware innovation. Anchored by full-day access to GEIA 2026 — the Global Embodied Intelligence and Humanoid Asia conference — the program moves from main-stage keynotes to parallel deep-dives, private company visits, supply-chain walkthroughs and hands-on exploration of the markets and institutions that make Shenzhen the world's hardware capital.
Led by Monica Wang, founder of AGI Villa, this tour is designed for global founders, investors, executives and operators who want more than a trade-show badge. You will meet the builders, see the factories, understand the supply chains and form the relationships that turn market intelligence into real opportunity.
Your Guide
Led by Monica Wang, Founder of AGI Villa
Monica Wang brings over 15 years of operating experience across 60 countries, with CEO, CMO and Partner roles spanning AI, e-commerce, Web3 and consumer internet. Her ventures are backed by Sequoia Capital, Legend Capital, Sinovation Ventures, GGV Capital and Linear Venture.
As the day-to-day leader of AGI Villa, Monica personally curates GO SUMMIT — the flagship gathering where Chinese founders and global ecosystems meet as equals. She is the connective tissue between the world's investors, operators and corporates and the next wave of Chinese AI and tech builders.
In 2025, Monica was invited to speak at Harvard University on innovation and education in the AI era. She writes, podcasts and speaks in both English and Mandarin on the craft of building and scaling AI and tech startups across borders.
- 15 years · 60 countries · across the innovation value chain
- Backed by Sequoia Capital, Sinovation Ventures, GGV Capital and more
- Speaker at Harvard University (2025) on AI-era innovation
- Fluent in English and Mandarin — bridging context, trust and opportunity in both directions
Pricing
Transparent Pricing
All prices include 20% tax and a 5% payment channel fee. Accommodation is self-arranged, giving you full flexibility to choose where you stay.
- Early Bird (before August 28): 2,499 USD / person
- Standard (after August 28): 2,999 USD / person
Program
Tour itinerary
Arrival in Shenzhen — Kickoff the Journey
Arrive in Shenzhen and settle in with a welcome dinner at one of the city's famous 100+ dish hotpot restaurants — the perfect introduction to China's culinary culture and your fellow travelers.
- Airport pickup (10:00–16:00)
- Welcome Dinner at Shenzhen's famous 100+ dish hotpot (17:00–20:00)
GEIA Main Stage — Inside China's Embodied AI Boom
Spend a full day at GEIA Great Bay Area 2026, meeting the companies and founders building China's next generation of humanoid robots, embodied AI models and intelligent hardware. Go beyond product demos to understand the full embodied intelligence stack — from AI models and robot brains to hardware, manufacturing and commercialization.
- GEIA Main Stage — hear from AgiBot, Unitree Robotics, Fourier Intelligence, Siemens, Alibaba and other robotics and embodied AI leaders
- Curated Exhibition Tour — meet selected robotics, AI, component and industrial technology companies across the GEIA exhibition floor
- GEIA Livestream with Monica — join Monica for an on-site conversation unpacking what is actually happening inside China's fast-moving robotics ecosystem
- Robotics Founder Gathering Dinner — intimate dinner connecting tour participants with founders and operators from the robotics community
GEIA Deep Dive — From Robot Brains to Real-World Deployment
Go deeper into China's embodied intelligence ecosystem through GEIA's parallel forums and targeted meetings with companies across the robotics value chain. See how China's robotics ecosystem moves from research to commercialization — connecting models, data, components, manufacturing, supply chains and real-world applications in one place.
- Choose Your Deep-Dive Track — sessions covering embodied AI models & data, industrial robots, dexterous hands, perception & control systems, and service robots
- Industrial Deployment Up Close — hear from Geely, FAW Robotics, BrainCo, Formlabs, Dell Technologies, Dassault Systèmes, Astribot and emerging robotics startups
- Curated Exhibitor Meetings — targeted stops with Siemens Industrial Software, BrainCo, Formlabs, Astribot, Dexteleop, Dell Technologies, STMicroelectronics, Theohand, GENISOM AI and Google Cloud
- Founder & Operator Conversations — connect directly with builders across robot hardware, AI models, sensors, components and industrial applications
Behind the Scenes — China's Robotics Supply Chain
Step inside leading robotics companies in Shenzhen for a closer look at how embodied intelligence moves from R&D to real-world products — and how China's hardware and manufacturing ecosystem makes rapid iteration possible. Move beyond the exhibition floor and into the companies themselves.
- Private company visits (10:30–16:30) — inside look at product development, hardware integration, manufacturing and real-world deployment
- Team conversations — meet the people building China's next generation of robots and hear how they think about technology, commercialization and global expansion
Shenzhen's Innovation Engine — From Prototyping to Scale
Explore the infrastructure behind Shenzhen's hardware innovation ecosystem — from rapid prototyping and maker culture to the institutions that have helped create some of China's most successful hardware companies. Understand why Shenzhen can turn an idea into a physical product faster than almost anywhere else.
- Inno100 visit (10:00–12:00) — Kickstarter's first officially authorised offline space in China, with CNC machining, laser cutting and 3D-printing labs
- Lunch (12:00–14:00)
- Drone delivery experience (14:00–15:00) — see how autonomous delivery technology is integrated into everyday urban life in Shenzhen
- InnoX Academy visit (15:00–17:00) — the new-engineering innovation platform founded by Professor Li Zexiang, early backer of DJI, EcoFlow, Narwal and ePropulsion
- BBQ Dinner & Shenzhen AI Founder Gathering (17:00–20:00) — connect informally with local founders, engineers and operators
Huaqiangbei — Inside the World's Hardware Marketplace
End the tour at Huaqiangbei, the legendary electronics district at the heart of Shenzhen's hardware ecosystem, where components, prototypes, robots and suppliers exist within walking distance of one another. See the physical infrastructure behind 'Shenzhen speed' — where a hardware idea can go from component sourcing to prototype and manufacturing within the same ecosystem.
- Huaqiangbei market deep dive (10:30–16:30) — walk through SEG Plaza, the AI Robot Hall and surrounding electronics markets across 40,000+ vendors within roughly 1 km²
- Explore components, sensors, robotics hardware, AI devices and ready-to-customise products
- Ground-level view of OEM/ODM networks and supplier density underpinning Shenzhen's speed of hardware innovation
- China Tech Tour concludes after the Huaqiangbei visit
What's Included & Excluded
Clear expectations before you reserve your seat.Who it is for
- Global founders building in AI, robotics or hardware
- Investors exploring China's technology landscape
- C-suite executives and operators seeking market intelligence
- Product leaders evaluating supply chain and manufacturing partners
- Entrepreneurs looking to expand into Asian markets
What's included
- All meals as per itinerary
- All ground transport between venues
- Company visits
- Cultural activities and tours
- Tour leader and local guides
- 20% tax and 5% payment channel fee
What's excluded
- Accommodations
- International airfare to and from Shenzhen
- China visa fees
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Meals and activities not listed in the itinerary
Cancellation & Refund Policy
This program requires full payment at the time of registration. Due to the customized nature of this journey — including confirmed corporate visits, executive-level meetings, conference access — cancellations are subject to tiered fees based on timing.
Participant substitution is permitted with prior approval.
The final signed checkout agreement governs the confirmed cancellation and refund policy.
- Cancellation between 30–60 days prior to departure: 30% cancellation fee applies
- Cancellation between 20–30 days prior to departure: 50% cancellation fee applies
- Cancellation within 20 days of departure: no refund
- After the trip has commenced: no refund
Additional Information
Useful notes to help you plan ahead.Self-Arranged Accommodation
This tour does not include hotel accommodations, giving you the flexibility to choose lodging that fits your preferences, schedule and budget. Shenzhen offers a wide range of world-class hotels across every price point.
We recommend staying in the Nanshan or Futian districts for convenient access to tour venues and Shenzhen's key innovation hubs. The tour team can provide hotel recommendations upon request.
Visa Requirements
Most international travelers require a visa to enter mainland China. Visa regulations and processing times vary by nationality, so we recommend beginning the application process well in advance of your travel date.
The tour team can provide an invitation letter to support your visa application upon request. Please consult your local Chinese embassy or consulate for the latest requirements.
Language, Payments & Connectivity
The tour is conducted primarily in English, with Mandarin interpretation and local context provided where needed. Monica Wang is fully bilingual and will bridge conversations throughout the program.
China's digital ecosystem operates differently from the rest of the world. Popular international apps and services may have limited access. The tour team will share practical guidance on connectivity, mobile payments (WeChat Pay and Alipay) and essential tools before departure.
Ready to join this tour?
Submit your application and complete secure payment to reserve your seat.