★ Pilot Cohort  •  Beijing • July 12–19, 2026  •  Ages 12–17

The Summer That Changes
How You See the World

For curious 12–17 year olds: 7 days in Beijing experiencing tech that doesn't exist anywhere else — driverless cars, humanoid robots, AI you won't believe, and a city living 10 years in the future.

7Days in Beijing
6Tech Themes
12–17Age Range
All-InHotels · Meals · Transport
Robotics & Humanoids Autonomous Driving Applied AI Smart Manufacturing Brain-Computer Interfaces
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Early Bird: $2,100/minor · $1,500/adult chaperone  |  Deposit by March 15, 2026
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You'll come home having actually done this:

🚕Ridden a fully driverless robotaxi through Beijing
🤖Programmed a real humanoid robot with your own hands
🧠Watched a live brain-computer interface demonstration
🏭Walked through a fully automated smart factory floor
🥢Eaten at a robot-enabled restaurant where machines handle the work
🌆Hiked the Great Wall while trying on exoskeleton tech
What This Is

China Is One of the World's Most Advanced Tech Labs. We're Going Inside.

This isn't a sightseeing trip. It's a front-row seat to the world's most ambitious tech ecosystem — where cutting-edge technology has become everyday infrastructure.

Your teenager will ride in robotaxis, program humanoid robots, visit smart factories, watch brain-computer interface demos, and hear from young founders who are building the future. Every day has a theme. Every experience is hands-on.

And they'll do it all alongside international peers, guided by trip leads with deep roots in China's tech industry.

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Humanoid Robot Programming
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Robotaxi Ride
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Brain-Computer Interface Demo
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Smart Factory Visit
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Top University Campus
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Great Wall + Exoskeleton Tech
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Who It's For

Middle and high schoolers (ages 12–17) excited by robotics, AI, autonomy, and advanced manufacturing.

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Chaperone Model

A parent, guardian, or authorized adult chaperone accompanies each minor. One adult may chaperone up to two minors.

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What's Included

Hotel accommodations, group meals, all ground transport, curated visits, workshops, and facilitated sessions.

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Not Included

International flights, visas, travel insurance, personal spending, and optional evening excursions.

The Program

7 Days. 6 Themes. Zero Filler.

Every day is built around a frontier tech theme — with real visits, real workshops, and real conversations with people building the future.

Day 0
Tech-Enabled Welcome
Arrive in Beijing. Check into your hotel and gather for a smart-restaurant welcome dinner with the group.
ArrivalGroup Dinner
Day 1
Ancient Engineering, Augmented
Trek the Great Wall — then visit a humanoid and service robot demo center to see how ancient and frontier tech collide.
Great WallExoskeleton TechHumanoid Robots
Day 2
Factory Intelligence + Humanoid Programming
Tour a smart manufacturing facility, then roll up your sleeves for a hands-on humanoid robot programming workshop.
Smart FactoryHands-On WorkshopRobotics
Day 3
The Autonomous City
Ride in a robotaxi through Beijing's streets, then attend an autonomous driving deep-dive and visit a smart logistics operation.
Robotaxi RideAutonomous DrivingSmart Logistics
Day 4
Sky Systems + Brain Interfaces
Explore low-altitude economy innovations and witness live brain-computer interface demonstrations.
Urban Air MobilityBCI DemosNeurotech
Day 5
Frontier AI, Made Real
Visit a leading AI institute, then participate in an applied AI build session — putting the concepts to work yourself.
AI InstituteApplied AI Build
Day 6
Campus Futures + Youth Exchange
Tour one of China's top universities, connect with local peers in a structured youth exchange, and celebrate with a farewell dinner.
Top UniversityYouth ExchangeFarewell Dinner
Day 7
Departure
Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport. Depart with a new lens on the future.
CheckoutAirport Transfer
🎤
Daily Lunch Speakers

Young founders, builders, and early-career engineers share what they're building — and what skills are most valuable right now.

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Evenings

Peer mixers, tech-spotting walks, and optional cultural activities woven throughout the week.

Itinerary is subject to change based on access and availability. Substitutions do not affect pricing.

Investment

Pricing & Registration

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Pilot Cohort Pricing This is our inaugural program for minors (under 18). Pricing reflects the trust you're placing in us as founding participants — and our commitment to making this first cohort exceptional. Pricing for any future programs will be determined separately.
Early Bird
Deposit by March 15, 2026
Minor Participant $2,100
Adult Chaperone $1,500
Reserve at Early Bird Rate →
Pilot Pricing
After March 15, 2026
Minor Participant $2,500
Adult Chaperone $1,900
Register at Pilot Rate →

All pricing is stated per individual participant and in United States Dollars (USD).

💳Deposit

$500 per person holds your spot. Fully refundable within 7 days of payment (minus transaction fees). Non-refundable after 7 days.

📅Final Payment

Remaining balance due by May 15, 2026. Payment instructions are sent after registration is confirmed.

🎁Group & Referral Discounts

Discounts may be available for referrals and groups. Reach out to us at [loading] to ask.

↩️Cancellation Policy

50% refund (excluding deposit) for cancellations received by June 15, 2026. No refunds after June 15.

✅ Included

  • 🏨 Hotel accommodations (3–4 star)
  • 🍽️ All group meals during the program
  • 🚐 All ground transportation
  • 🏭 All curated company & site visits
  • 🔬 Guided workshops & facilitated sessions
  • 🗣️ Translation services for all activities

❌ Not Included

  • ✈️ International flights
  • 📑 Visa application fees
  • 🏥 Travel & medical insurance (required — see FAQ)
  • 💳 Personal spending & extras
  • 🌃 Optional evening excursions
  • 💊 Medical expenses
Your Guides

Led by People Who Know China Tech From the Inside

Freeman Ding

Freeman Ding ↗

China Tech Operator & Investor

20 years across engineering, product, corporate development, and venture capital. Former Baidu and Meituan. Berkeley MBA. Deep operator experience inside China's most consequential tech companies.

Rui Ma

Rui Ma ↗

Investor, Analyst & China Tech Researcher

20 years across finance and technology. Founder of Tech Buzz China. Organized prior AI innovation trips for investors and executives. One of the most trusted voices on China's tech ecosystem globally.

Common Questions

FAQ

Are chaperones required?

Yes — every minor participant must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or authorized adult chaperone for the full duration of the program. One adult can accompany up to two minors. Chaperones participate in all program activities alongside the students.

What age range is this designed for?

Ages 12–17 at the time of the program. Built for middle and high schoolers who are genuinely curious about technology and how the future is being built — no prior technical background required.

Do participants need a Chinese visa?

Yes — each participant must obtain their own valid passport and Chinese tourist visa. We recommend starting the process at least 6–8 weeks before departure. Processing times vary by nationality.

What is the refund policy?

The $500 deposit per person is refundable within 7 days of payment (minus transaction fees). Cancellations before June 15, 2026 receive 50% back on amounts paid beyond the deposit. No refunds after June 15, 2026.

What happens if the itinerary changes?

The itinerary is carefully planned but not guaranteed — site access depends on availability. If a visit changes, we substitute something of equal or greater value. Itinerary changes do not affect pricing.

Is travel insurance required?

Yes — comprehensive travel, medical, and medical evacuation coverage is required for all participants. This is your responsibility to arrange before departure. We strongly recommend purchasing it as soon as you register.

Will my child connect with peers their age?

Yes — this is a small cohort of curious, motivated students from international backgrounds, all ages 12–17. The schedule includes structured evening peer mixers and a youth exchange with local Beijing students. The group dynamic and friendships formed are often a trip highlight.

What are the key payment deadlines?

A $500 deposit per person locks your spot. Early bird rates require deposit by March 15, 2026. Full remaining balance is due by May 15, 2026. No payment is collected through the form — we invoice you after confirming your spot.

Why is this called a "pilot cohort"?

This is our inaugural program for minors (under 18). We've designed it with care, but we're being transparent: it's a first run. Our founding participants are trusting us, and we take that seriously. Pricing for future programs will be determined separately.

What if we can't make the July 12–19 dates?

Fill out our 60-second other dates interest form. If there's enough demand for a second week, we'll open one at the same pilot pricing. No commitment required — just let us know.

Join the Pilot Cohort

Reserve Your Spot

Spaces are limited. Click below to open the registration form — we'll follow up within 48 hours with next steps and your deposit invoice.

★ July 12–19, 2026  ·  Beijing

Full Registration Form

For families ready to join the July 12–19 pilot cohort. Takes about 5 minutes. No payment is collected through the form — we'll invoice you for the $500 deposit after confirming your spot.

  • Participant and chaperone details
  • Emergency contact information
  • Dietary and medical notes
  • Pricing tier selection
Open Registration Form →

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Key Dates

Mar 15, 2026Early Bird Deposit Deadline
May 15, 2026Final Payment Due
Jul 12, 2026Program Begins, Beijing
Jul 19, 2026Program Ends, Beijing

Contact Us

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More info at:
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Can't Make July 12–19?

Tell Us When You Can

July 12–19 is our pilot cohort — but if there's enough interest in a second week, we'll open one. Same program, same pilot pricing for summer 2026.

It's a 60-second form. Just your name, email, and which weeks might work for your family. No commitment, no deposit — we'll reach out only if we're able to open your preferred week.

Express Interest in Other Dates →

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Weeks we may consider, based on demand:
Jul 19 – 26
Jul 26 – Aug 2
Aug 2 – 9
Aug 9 – 16
Aug 16 – 23

Additional weeks are not confirmed and depend entirely on demand. Pilot pricing applies to all summer 2026 cohorts if opened.