Food & life · PRIVATE JOURNEY
Everyday China, right now
High-speed journeys, neighbourhood life and contemporary design.
THE ROUTE AT A GLANCE
Time to get
to know a place.
Route sequence, not a geographic map. Transport is chosen after checking schedules and your preferred pace.
Your journey, day by day
A proposed private programme. The final order, transport and participation details are confirmed in your written proposal.
DAY 01Arrive in Shanghai
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Settle in and begin with a gentle introduction to the city.
OVERNIGHT · Shanghai
DAY 02Street life & design
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Explore selected neighbourhoods, independent shops and public cultural spaces. Purchases are entirely your choice.
OVERNIGHT · Shanghai
DAY 03A city of contrasts
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Compare older streets with the modern skyline. Choose a museum or additional design area based on interests and opening.
OVERNIGHT · Shanghai
DAY 04High-speed to Hangzhou
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Take a suitable train and settle in. Explore a compact area rather than rushing across the city.
OVERNIGHT · Hangzhou
DAY 05Old skills, present-day life
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Combine a tea or craft introduction with contemporary neighbourhood life. Discuss shopping interests without compulsory retail stops.
OVERNIGHT · Hangzhou
DAY 06A day for your interests
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Choose canal streets, design, food or an additional activity. Keep enough time to prepare for the longer onward journey.
OVERNIGHT · Hangzhou
DAY 07Travel to Shenzhen
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Use the practical flight or rail option confirmed in your proposal. No intensive sightseeing is planned after a long transfer.
OVERNIGHT · Shenzhen
DAY 08Technology in everyday life
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Explore public-facing technology and design districts with a guide. Business, factory and private-company access are separate requests, not promised inclusions.
OVERNIGHT · Shenzhen
DAY 09Depart or continue to Hong Kong
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Transfer for departure. A Hong Kong extension can be quoted after checking border requirements and connection time.
ONWARD TRAVEL · ARRANGED AROUND YOUR CONNECTION
Make it your own
Change the pace, add a rest day or choose a different experience. Tell us about children’s ages, dietary needs and any access requirements.
Browse experiences ↗Comfort, pace & practical details
Accommodation is selected after your dates, preferred style and room arrangements are known. Train seats or berths, cruise cabins, luggage transfers and guiding languages are specified in the quote. We explain who leads each workshop and what you can actually take part in.
Before you decide
What is included?
A written quote will specify accommodation, transport, guiding language, admissions, meals and each experience. International flights, purchases and optional activities are not included unless explicitly listed.
How much does it cost?
Pricing depends on dates, group size, room arrangements, accommodation and selected activities. Request a written proposal rather than relying on an unconfirmed starting price.
Is this right for our family?
We assess children’s ages, activity suitability, journey times and room arrangements before proposing a family itinerary. Cycling, altitude, workshops and cruise facilities have individual conditions.
Can we choose another language?
Tell us your preferred guiding language. Availability and any supplements must be confirmed in your proposal. This website’s current edition is English.