Your First Time
in China
Done Right.
We manage every detail — from airport pickup and hotel to factory tours, trade shows, and supplier meetings. You focus on business. We handle the ground work.
Everything You Need,
Zero Stress
China is complex and fast-moving. Our team in Guangzhou removes every logistical obstacle between you and the suppliers you came to meet.
Airport to Hotel — Sorted
Private car pickup, English-speaking driver, hotel check-in and full trip briefing — all arranged before you land.
Factory Visit Planning
We schedule, pre-screen, and accompany you to factories that match your product category. No cold visits, no wasted days.
Professional Interpretation
Dedicated Mandarin/Cantonese interpreter with you at every meeting, factory tour, and negotiation session.
On-Site Quality Checks
We inspect samples at the factory against your specifications before you commit to any order or payment.
Shipping & Freight Help
We help you compare sea, air, and express freight options and connect you with reliable forwarders for your first shipment.
Supplier Negotiation Support
Our team helps you understand local pricing norms and supports negotiation for better MOQs, pricing, and lead times.
Hotel & Schedule Planning
We recommend business-friendly hotels near trade zones and build a realistic day-by-day schedule around your goals.
Contract Guidance
We help you review supplier documents, check business registrations, and flag anything that looks unclear or unusual.
7-Day Trip Framework
This is a typical structure for a first-time China sourcing trip. Your actual schedule is built around your specific goals and supplier list.
Land, Settle & Brief
Airport pickup, hotel check-in, and an evening briefing session to review your supplier shortlist, goals, and full week plan.
Trade Shows & Wholesale Markets
Guided visit to relevant trade shows or Guangzhou wholesale markets. Identify products, collect supplier contacts, and build your factory shortlist.
Factory Tours #1 & #2
Morning: Factory A — production walkthrough, MOQ discussion, sample review. Afternoon: Factory B — pricing comparison, capacity check, meet the team.
Factory #3 + Deeper Discussions
Visit a third factory and use the afternoon to compare options, discuss custom packaging or OEM requirements, and clarify payment terms.
Document Review & Order Preparation
Review supplier documents and contracts with interpreter support. Verify business registration details. Prepare for placing a trial order.
Shipping & Future Order Setup
Meet with freight forwarders, understand shipping costs and transit times, and set up your agent account for placing future orders remotely.
Trip Summary & Airport Transfer
Morning debrief with your full supplier summary, contact list, and recommended next steps. Airport transfer included.
How Our Factory Visit Process Works
We follow a structured process for every factory visit — so your time is focused on making decisions, not figuring out logistics.
Pre-Trip Supplier Research
We research factories in your product category, check their registration status, and prepare a shortlist for your visit days.
Appointment Booking
All factory visits are pre-booked with confirmed times and contact names — no cold walk-ins or wasted travel.
On-Site Production Tour
We walk you through the production line so you can see the manufacturing process firsthand and ask questions in real time.
Sample & Quality Review
We check available samples against your requirements on-site, noting materials, finish, dimensions, and any concerns.
Negotiation Support
Our interpreter helps you discuss MOQ, pricing, payment terms, packaging, and lead times with the factory team.
Post-Visit Comparison Summary
After all visits, we prepare a clear summary of each factory with our notes on pricing, capacity, and suitability.
What We Check at Every Factory
Our structured visit checklist covers the key areas that matter for a first-time buyer.
Every Practical Detail Covered
First-time visitors to China face a lot of practical challenges. Here is everything we help you prepare and manage before and during your trip.
Currency & Payments
We advise on Alipay setup, currency exchange locations, and how to handle cash and digital payments in China.
Hotel Recommendations
We recommend suitable hotels near trade zones that are business-friendly, well-located, and within your budget range.
Dining & Restaurants
Recommendations for business dining, local restaurants, and guidance on meal etiquette with Chinese partners.
Local Transport
Help setting up DiDi (ride-hailing), metro cards, and arranging vehicles for factory and market trips.
Business Etiquette
Pre-trip briefing on Chinese business culture, card exchange protocol, gift-giving customs, and negotiation styles.
On-Trip Support
Your agent is available via WhatsApp throughout your trip for questions, emergencies, or last-minute schedule changes.
Choose Your Support Level
All packages include our pre-trip planning service. Prices shown are starting from — your exact quote depends on trip dates, duration, and number of factory visits.
STARTER
- Airport pickup & hotel transfer
- Pre-trip supplier research (up to 10 factories)
- 2 factory visits with interpreter
- Trade show / exhibition visit (1 day)
- Pre-trip briefing document
- WhatsApp support during trip
- Supplier price negotiation
- Contract review assistance
- QC inspection report
BUSINESS
- Airport pickup & hotel transfer
- Pre-trip supplier research (up to 20 factories)
- Up to 4 factory visits with interpreter
- Trade show / exhibition visit (up to 2 days)
- Full 7-day itinerary planning
- Supplier negotiation support
- Contract review assistance
- On-site QC check at each factory
- Post-trip supplier comparison report
- Shipping & freight forwarder introduction
ELITE
- VIP airport transfer & meet & greet
- Pre-trip research (up to 30+ factories)
- Up to 6 factory visits with senior agent
- Trade show & exhibition full support
- Curated hotel recommendations & booking help
- Dedicated full-trip interpreter
- Full negotiation & contract support
- On-site QC checks at all factories
- Complete post-trip report & supplier dossier
- 3 months of email follow-up support
- Freight forwarder introductions & shipping guidance
Trade Show & Exhibition Visit Package
We manage your entire exhibition experience — pre-registration, guided floor visits, supplier meeting scheduling, and sample collection. Available as a standalone service or added to any trip package.
Exhibition support is available as an add-on to any package or as a standalone service. Show attendance, registration fees, and transport to venues are not included in the service fee. Prices shown are starting from and subject to formal quotation.
“Coming to China for the first time felt overwhelming — but having someone on the ground who handled the logistics meant I could focus entirely on the suppliers. The factory visits were organised, professional, and gave me real confidence to place my first order.”
“The interpreter made a huge difference — I could have proper conversations with factory managers and actually understand what was being said. Without that support I would have missed a lot of important details in the negotiation.”
“The pre-trip research and factory vetting saved me time I simply did not have. Every visit was to a factory that was genuinely relevant to what I needed. The post-trip report gave me a clear picture of which supplier to move forward with.”
These testimonials are illustrative of the type of feedback we receive. Individual results vary depending on your specific trip, goals, and product category. We are happy to provide references on request.
Start Planning Your
China Trip
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