Shenzhen highlight : History, Tech & Art
This one - day Shenzhen tour is your perfect window to the city! Dive into history at Nantou Ancient City. Here, you can also get hands - on with the intangible cultural heritage—cloisonné handicraft experience. Then, have high - tech fun like DJI drone test - flying, and soak up art at Sea World Culture and Art Center. You won't just “see” Shenzhen—you'll live its history, play with its tech, and feel its art. A full, immersive day to truly know Shenzhen!
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
At your hotel
- Meet-up at hotel
Mazu temple
A historic temple dedicated to Mazu, the goddess of the sea, with a history spanning centuries. It reflects Shenzhen’s maritime culture and traditional beliefs, featuring classic Chinese architectural styles and cultural relics.
Nantou Ancient City
An ancient town with over 1,700 years of history, once a key military and administrative hub in the Pearl River Delta. It preserves well-restored ancient walls, ancestral halls, and traditional streets, telling stories of Shenzhen’s past.
Cloisonné Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience。A hands-on activity to explore cloisonné, a traditional Chinese craft with a history of over 600 years, listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. Learn the intricate process of copper wire inlay and enamel coloring, creating your own small artwork.
Lunch: Chaoshan Cuisine at Nantou Ancient City
Chaoshan cuisine, with a history of over 2,000 years, is a beloved branch of Cantonese food. It’s celebrated for highlighting fresh ingredients, delicate flavors, and diverse cooking methods like steaming and braising. Signature dishes include marinated goose, oyster omelette, and savory beef hotpot. It is one of the most popular Cantonese cuisines among Chinese and abroad.
DJI Drone Test Flight
Experience flying DJI drones, a world-leading brand from Shenzhen. Get hands-on with cutting-edge technology, enjoying aerial views and understanding Shenzhen’s innovation in high-tech.
Sea World Culture and Art Center
A modern art venue with stunning coastal views, hosting exhibitions of contemporary art, design, and architecture. It’s a hub for cultural exchange, showcasing Shenzhen’s artistic vitality.
Sea World
Sea World is famous for the ship Minghua. This ship has a rich history: it was once a private cruise ship for the French president, later became a goodwill ship for Sino-Japanese relations, and gained extra significance when Deng Xiaoping inscribed "Sea World" for it during China's reform and opening-up. Now it's a lively coastal area with dining, shopping and entertainment. It's a waterfront square where Chinese and Western cultures blend well. The fountains at night are really beautiful, showing the lifestyle of modern Shenzhen people and the charm of the coast.
Ending Point
Ending at Sea world
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
Hotel meet-up
Meal
Transportation fees
Personal expenses
Tour Important Information
This tour involves a lot of walking, so make sure to wear comfortable shoes.
Please let me know in advance if you have any food allergies or other dietary restrictions.
Important message from the supplier
All itineraries can be customized according to your requirements, please let me know your needs.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Miaomiao W.
I’ve been a licensed English-Japanese tour guide since 2004! I know Shenzhen well—I’ll tell you stories about the "dragon’s sons" on ancient roofs and take you to try high-tech fun like flying cars, drones, humanoid robots, and self-driving taxis, super exciting!
I’m great at shopping too. I know exactly where to go for the best deals: cheap gadgets as gifts, real-looking knockoffs at China’s top high-end clothing market, and 2-carat lab-grown diamonds for just 1,000 RMB. You might even find a business chance you didn’t expect.
Need to visit factories? I can help—show you around, assist with negotiations, or find factories if you don’t have one. After the order is set, I’ll follow up on the progress and help arrange shipping. I’ve ordered clothes, jewelries, frames, lens from factories myself, so I’m super experienced and reliable!
I’m flexible, down-to-earth and easy to get along with. I’ll make a customized itinerary fast. Traveling with me isn’t boring—no cold translator app! I’ll share your joy and vent with you if things go wrong. Your Shenzhen trip will be totally worth it!
Reviews
Aicha M.
“The best guide ever!”
I spent the best three days ever with Miao Miao, and I honestly couldn’t have asked for a better translator and guide in China. She is incredibly kind, patient, and professional. I have a strong personality and can be quite direct at times, but she always stayed calm, gentle, and understanding. Miao Miao went above and beyond to make sure I was happy and comfortable — she took care of everything with a smile and genuine warmth. It’s very rare to meet someone like her these days someone who truly cares, listens, and gives her best in every moment. I deeply appreciate her help and her heart. She made my trip unforgettable, and I’m truly grateful. ️
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Miaomiao W.
Hi Aicha! I’m absolutely delighted to have been your guide in Shenzhen, and those times we shared were truly wonderful. Remember the phone incident at the start? We were quite worried but thankfully got it back—what a scare! You’re such a caring mom, loving wife, and successful businesswoman, and I loved our trips to the jewelry market, clothing wholesale market (where you bought so many lovely things for your kids), and the jewelry factory. Your knowledge of Chinese culture, history, martial arts, and even Chinese dramas is impressive too! Wishing your business grows exponentially, your factory cooperation is smooth, and you achieve great success. Hope you have a fantastic time learning martial arts in Longhu Mountain, Jiangxi. Sincerely grateful for our time together!
Masami K.
“非常に良いアテンドでした”
妙妙さんは素敵な方で素晴らしい対応でした。通訳も場所のアテンドも的確で今後またお願いしたいと思います。安心して任せることができます。
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Miaomiao W.
征美さんと一緒に働けて非常に嬉しかったです。 皆様をお連れして深圳のテクノロジーツアーをご案内し、華強北で電子製品(翻訳メガネなど)の購入、ロボットダンスショーの鑑賞、地下鉄の体験などをさせていただき、深圳の現代的な生活とテクノロジーをご体感いただけたことがとても楽しかったです。 今後も皆様をお連れして工場見学など、工場と連携してさらに多くの深圳の魅力をお伝えできる機会があれば幸いです。
Lord kingsley B.
“Outstanding Guided Experience with Miaomiao W.”
My experience with Miaomiao W. as a tour guide in Shenzhen was outstanding. She demonstrated exceptional professionalism, deep local knowledge, and strong communication skills throughout the tour. Miaomiao ensured that every aspect of the itinerary was well-coordinated and informative, while maintaining a courteous and engaging approach. Her attention to detail, fluency in English, and genuine hospitality significantly enhanced the overall experience. I would highly recommend her services to anyone seeking a well-organised and insightful tour in Shenzhen.
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Miaomiao W.
Hi Lord, thank you so much for your kind words! I was really happy to be your guide. You're such a wonderful person—so kind, patient, and I really love your sense of humor. That story about dark chocolate and white chocolate always makes me smile whenever I think of it. I had a really great time guiding you. Also, I'll keep following up on the factory orders. Hope your business grows bigger and bigger, and let's continue to work together!
$195/ per group
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