Are specific factories and labs guaranteed?
No — and that is intentional. We do not sell a fixed checklist of brand-name venues. Hosts may reschedule or decline, and we substitute to maximize what opens that week. You are buying serious access through real relationships, not a tourist itinerary. Flexibility is what makes the access real. See terms.
When is Steven present?
| Product | Intent |
|---|---|
| China Unlocked | Full 8 days — the product is the keyholder |
| Scale · Frontier | Signature moments (opening dinner, strategic briefing, closing synthesis); bilingual lead guide runs the week |
| Makers · Engineers | Lead guide-led week; Steven appearances as available |
Illness or force majeure may require a substitute lead with notice as soon as practical.
Who is this for?
| Situation | Who | Products |
|---|---|---|
| Future | Parents (usually pay); teens and young adults (usually travel) | Makers, Engineers |
| Strategic Decisions | Companies (sponsors / delegates) and project owners | Scale, Frontier, China Unlocked |
It is not for culture tourists, political conversion projects, or buyers who need fixed brand-name itineraries in writing. Compare programs →
Can teens travel alone?
Makers (15–17) assumes adult accompaniment by default — details on the Booking Form for that departure. Ask when you enquire.
What’s Early Bird?
First 10 paid seats per departure (first 5 for China Unlocked). After that, Standard pricing applies. See pricing.
What’s included?
Accommodation, scheduled meals, ground transport, bilingual guide, and the program of visits as available that week. Not typically included: international flights, visas, travel insurance (required). Full shape arrives in your Confirmation Pack.
Company / project-owner deliverables?
Scale, Frontier, and China Unlocked carry defined deliverables on the Booking Form (priced BoM, board brief, network intro list). Youth tiers (Makers, Engineers) are experience-led — artifacts and portfolio materials are goodwill, not contracted outputs.
How do I book?
Start at booking — send a journey-labelled enquiry (who you are, who travels, what must change), then Booking Form + invoice.
What about safety and logistics?
The GBA circuit uses modern high-speed rail and private coach where scheduled. Your Confirmation Pack includes visa notes, packing list, and the departure’s target rhythm. Travel insurance is required for every participant. Expect long days, industrial environments, walking, heat, and strict host rules (including photo bans).