Monthly China Study Tour (CST) Group Program
Join our fixed-date monthly group tours — 20 to 30 participants per tour, fully curated itineraries, premium company access and a built-in peer network of global business leaders visiting China together.
China Study Tour (CST) is a provider of in-depth China corporate visit and educational tour solutions for educational institutions, business schools, and corporate executives worldwide.
Our monthly group program is designed for business leaders, executives and professionals who want to experience China's innovation ecosystem but do not have a large enough group for a fully custom program — or who prefer the energy and peer learning of traveling with an international cohort. Every month we bring together 20–30 participants from across the world — different industries, different countries, the same curiosity about what China is building.
Fixed Departures, Every Month
All tours run 7 days covering Beijing and Shenzhen. Theme and company-visit selection vary by month. Reserve early — popular months fill 6–8 weeks ahead.
🔋 EV & New Energy Focus
Shenzhen + Shanghai · BYD · CATL · NIO · Smart Grid Operator
6 spots leftReserve Spot →🏭 Smart Manufacturing Focus
Shenzhen · Lights-Out Factory · DJI · Robot Data Center · BYD
20 spots leftReserve Spot →💡 Innovation Ecosystem Focus
Beijing + Shenzhen · Baidu · iFlytek · BYD · DJI · Startup Ecosystem
24 spots leftReserve Spot →🤖 AI & Autonomous Systems
Beijing · Baidu Robotaxi · iFlytek · Robot Center · PKU Exchange
9 spots leftReserve Spot →🔋 EV & Supply Chain Focus
Shenzhen · BYD · DJI · Smart Factory · EV Supply Chain
22 spots left · Starts after Golden WeekReserve Spot →🏭 Manufacturing & Innovation
Beijing + Shenzhen · Baidu · BYD · Humanoid Robots · DJI
26 spots leftReserve Spot →💡 AI & Digital Economy
Beijing + Shenzhen · Baidu · iFlytek · BYD · Smart City Tour
28 spots leftReserve Spot →🔋 EV & Robotics Focus
Shenzhen · BYD · DJI · Humanoid Robot Factory · Lights-Out Factory
30 spots leftReserve Spot →🤖 AI & Robotics Focus
Beijing + Shenzhen · Baidu · iFlytek · DJI · Humanoid Robot Factory
30 spots leftReserve Spot →September and November programs consistently fill 6–8 weeks in advance. A deposit secures your place; final payment is due 4 weeks before departure.
What Is Included in Every Group Tour
Every monthly tour includes the same core components. Specific company visits and themes vary by month.
4-Star Hotel Accommodation
All nights in well-located 4-star business hotels in Beijing and/or Shenzhen. Breakfast included. Twin-share basis with single supplement available.
All Ground Transport
Airport transfers and private vehicle for all group movements within cities. Intercity transport (flight or high-speed rail) where applicable.
10-14 Company Visits
Curated company visits selected for the month's theme — averaging 2 visits per day. Access to premium companies including BYD, DJI, Baidu and iFlytek. All coordination included.
Bilingual Program Director
A senior bilingual program director accompanies the group throughout all 7 days. Structured debriefs after every visit. Expert facilitation.
All Group Meals
All group lunches and dinners included throughout. Private dining rooms. Dietary requirements accommodated with advance notice.
Pre & Post-Program Support
Visa invitation letters, pre-departure briefing pack, local SIM card, daily updates and a post-program intelligence report within 7 days.
- International flights to/from China
- Personal expenses (e.g., minibar, laundry, telephone calls)
- Visa fees
Who Joins Our Monthly Group Tours
7-Day Program Format
Every monthly tour follows the same proven 7-day structure. Companies and focus vary by month — the structure, quality and facilitation stay consistent.
Arrival & Orientation
Airport welcome and transfer, hotel check-in, program-director briefing, welcome dinner with group introductions and a China context overview.
City One Visits
2–3 company visits per day, an expert guest lecture, structured daily debrief, group dinners for peer exchange and cultural orientation.
Intercity Travel
High-speed rail or flight, in-transit group discussion, hotel check-in in city two, evening program briefing and an informal group dinner.
City Two Visits
2–3 company visits per day, an industry roundtable, structured daily debrief, group networking dinners and a free afternoon to explore.
Synthesis & Departure
Final group synthesis session, key insights and next steps, contact exchange, program-director closing and airport transfers.
After You Return
Intelligence report within 7 days, full contact directory, shared photo library, follow-up introductions and alumni-network access.
What Group Tour Participants Say
"I joined the September group tour expecting good company visits — I didn't expect to leave with six new business relationships and a completely revised view of our Asia strategy. The mix of industries made every dinner conversation genuinely valuable."
"The program director's ability to facilitate meaningful discussion after every company visit was exceptional. We didn't just see BYD's factory — we understood what it meant for our industry. The group debrief sessions were worth the trip alone."
Is a Monthly Group Tour Right for You?
The open-enrollment cohort suits some travelers better than a private program — here's how to tell.
This is the right fit when…
- ✓You're an individual or small team (1–5) without a large enough group for a private program.
- ✓You value peer learning with a mixed-industry, international cohort of 20–30.
- ✓You're happy with a curated fixed itinerary rather than a fully bespoke one.
- ✓You want premium company access (BYD, DJI, Baidu) at a lower per-person cost.
- Groups of 10+ with a specific sector mandate — a private program may deliver better ROI
- Anyone needing fully custom dates, cities or company selection
- Travelers wanting a private, single-organisation delegation experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I join as an individual, or do I need to bring a group?
Can a small team of 2–4 people join together?
How is the group tour different from a custom private program?
What is the booking and payment process?
Do I need a visa for China?
What if I need to cancel after booking?
Real Access — and What to Plan Around
"A group tour means generic, lowest-common-denominator visits."
The opposite. Every monthly cohort gets the same premium access as a private program — BYD, DJI, Baidu, iFlytek — plus a senior bilingual program director and structured debriefs. The mixed-industry cohort adds peer insight a single-company delegation can't generate.
A few honest constraints.
- Departures are fixed dates — popular months (Sep, Nov) fill 6–8 weeks ahead.
- The itinerary is curated, not bespoke; company line-up varies by month's theme.
- A deposit secures your place; final payment is due 4 weeks before departure.
When the Monthly Cohort Is the Best Fit
You want a built-in peer network of international business leaders.
You want premium access at a lower per-person cost than a private tour.
You prefer fixed dates you can plan around.
You're an individual or small team joining a 20–30 person cohort.
Reserve Your Place
Tell us your preferred month and group details. We confirm availability and send full program details and payment information within 24 hours. No payment required to enquire.
Led by our Beijing-based team with 13+ years organising group and custom China study tours for business leaders from 30+ countries. We have the capacity to host single groups of up to 500 participants.