Excursions
Explore Guangzhou Beyond the Congress
Three themed excursion routes are available, each offering a distinct daytime programme, followed by a shared visit to Haixinsha Science & Technology Island · Future Island and a joint evening programme featuring dinner on board and a Pearl River Night Cruise.
| Date June 23, 2027 | Duration 13:00 – 20:00 | Fee 350 CNY per person |
Excursion Schedule Overview
Discover Guangzhou
A City of Heritage, Openness and Innovation
About Guangzhou
Guangzhou is a national historical and cultural city with more than 2,000 years of urban history. It is an important birthplace of Lingnan culture, a major gateway for China's exchanges with the wider world, and a dynamic international metropolis distinguished by openness and innovation.
Flourishing along the Pearl River, this historic commercial centre has long brought together Chinese and international influences, developing a rich cultural heritage while embracing modern growth. Its enduring cultural traditions, open and inclusive character, and steadily advancing capabilities in science and technology have together shaped Guangzhou's distinctive urban identity.
To enrich the conference programme, three themed daytime excursions have been carefully arranged: “Science & Technology”, “Culture & Heritage”, and “History & Heritage”. Participants may select the excursion that best matches their interests. Following the daytime excursions, participants on all three routes will reunite for a visit to Haixinsha Science & Technology Island · Future Island, followed by boarding, dinner on board and a Pearl River Night Cruise.
Following a full and rewarding programme of academic exchange, participants will have the opportunity to experience Guangzhou's distinctive integration of historical heritage and contemporary vitality, while gaining a deeper appreciation of the city's cultural depth, innovative spirit and human warmth.
Excursion Options
Please select the daytime excursion that best matches your interests.
Image Source: National Supercomputer Center in Guangzhou Office Website
Science & Technology
The Science & Technology excursion centres on a major national scientific and technological infrastructure facility: the National Supercomputer Center in Guangzhou.
As a key supporting platform for scientific and technological innovation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, the Center leverages the exceptional computing capabilities of the Tianhe-2 supercomputer and brings together advanced research resources to support fundamental scientific research, breakthroughs in key and core technologies, and the intelligent transformation of industry.
The Center represents an important showcase of China's high-performance computing capabilities and broader research strength. The visit will provide participants with a direct view of Guangzhou's forward-looking approach to innovation and scientific research, offering an experience that combines academic value with an impressive demonstration of advanced computing technology.
Culture & Heritage
The Culture & Heritage excursion focuses on the living traditions of Lingnan culture and the distinctive cultural character of Guangzhou.
Over the course of its long urban development, Guangzhou has nurtured a rich regional culture in which traditional customs, intangible cultural heritage practices and contemporary urban life coexist and interact. This continuing relationship between tradition and modernity has shaped the city's distinctive cultural identity.
The excursion will introduce participants to the cultural fabric of Guangzhou, highlighting the refinement and inclusiveness of Lingnan culture, the everyday traditions of this historic commercial centre, and the cultural vitality of the contemporary city. Through an immersive urban experience, participants will gain a deeper understanding of Guangzhou's civic spirit, cultural heritage and open-minded character.
History & Heritage
The History & Heritage excursion traces more than two millennia of Guangzhou's urban development and civilisation.
As a major city in the Lingnan region and an important starting point of the Maritime Silk Road, Guangzhou has preserved a continuous and richly layered record of urban development. Historical and cultural remains from different periods reflect the city's early development during the Qin and Han periods, the flourishing trade of the Tang and Song dynasties, and the commercial prosperity of the Ming and Qing dynasties.
Following the historical development of the city, the excursion will explore sites and cultural remains associated with Guangzhou's urban history and commercial heritage. Participants will encounter tangible traces of the city's past, learn about its longstanding connections with the Maritime Silk Road, and gain a deeper appreciation of the cultural foundations and open spirit that Guangzhou has carried forward throughout its history.
Programme for All Excursions
Included for participants on all three routes
Haixinsha Science & Technology Island · Future Island
Following the route-specific visits, participants from all three excursions will reunite at Haixinsha Science & Technology Island · Future Island. The visit offers a concise introduction to Guangzhou's forward-looking urban development, technological innovation and vision for a smart and sustainable future.
Pearl River Night Cruise
The Pearl River winds through the heart of Guangzhou and has witnessed centuries of commercial prosperity and urban transformation. It continues to serve as an important link between the city's historical heritage and contemporary life.
After boarding and dinner, participants will enjoy a night cruise along the Pearl River. As the city lights illuminate both banks, traditional Lingnan architectural features and Guangzhou's modern skyline are reflected across the water, presenting a distinctive view of the city after dark.
Against the backdrop of the evening breeze and shimmering waters, the cruise provides a memorable conclusion to the excursion programme and an opportunity to experience both the historical character and contemporary vitality of Guangzhou.
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