Executive Study Tour · AI & E-Commerce
A premium executive study tour for global leaders in AI and E-Commerce: go behind the scenes at Alibaba, Geely and BrainCo.

5 days, 4 nights, maximum 25 participants — every visit, lecture and transfer is arranged for you.

Places you cannot visit alone: Alibaba's Xixi Campus, Geely's 470-robot factory, BrainCo's neurotech lab.

Certified training led by Alibaba veterans — 'Digital E-Commerce Operations in the AI Era' and 'Market Entry in China'.

Sessions by globally influential and experienced speakers.

Alibaba headquarters tour, AI/robotics company visits and more.

4 nights at the FlyZoo Hotel — Alibaba's AI-powered 'FlyZoo Hotel' — with airport transfers included.
Alibaba Group stands among the world's largest digital commerce ecosystems, serving hundreds of millions of consumers and enabling millions of businesses across 200+ markets worldwide.
By 2036, Alibaba aims to serve 2 billion consumers and enable 10 million businesses on its platforms — this is the ecosystem your market already runs on. Experience it in person instead of just reading about it.
The program fee depends on your company size. Airfare and visa fees are not included.
| Employees | Double room / pax (€) | Single room / pax (€) |
|---|---|---|
| 1–10 | €2,500 | €2,630 |
| 11–25 | €2,750 | €2,880 |
| 26–50 | €3,000 | €3,130 |
| 50+ | €3,250 | €3,380 |
Public grant programmes can cover up to 50% of your costs. Partner StartMatch checks your eligibility — free of charge for our participants.
AI Corporate Strategy — For CEOs and digital transformation leaders
AI Marketing Growth — AI-driven marketing strategies for e-commerce
AI Cross-border E-commerce — Global market expansion through AI
Yes — many executives fund their study trip through public grant programmes, which can cover up to 50% of the fundable costs. Our partner StartMatch advises you free of charge on the right funding options, assesses your chances and handles the entire application for you — from drafting to submission. Through our partnership, the service is exclusively free for our participants: only when your funding is actually approved does StartMatch retain 10% of the funding amount. If the application is rejected, you pay nothing. Want to learn more? Just write to us at info@digitalchinatalk.com — we will gladly inform you and connect you with our funding team at StartMatch.
The program requires a minimum of 20 participants to run. Maximum capacity is 25 participants to ensure an intimate, high-quality experience.
This program is designed exclusively for representatives from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Liechtenstein (DACH region). If you believe your profile is a strong fit, please contact us directly at info@digitalchinatalk.com.
Before the program, we will send a survey to all participants. Based on your feedback, we will adapt the itinerary and focus areas. This ensures the schedule is built around the group's shared interests.
Participants are responsible for their own visa applications. We recommend checking the visa requirements early to ensure a smooth process.
We accept bank transfer and major credit cards. Payment details will be provided after registration. Full payment is required to confirm your spot.
The entire program is conducted in English. A good command of English is recommended to get the most out of the experience.
Discover world-class innovation shaping the future of global commerce.
Questions about the program, registration or partnership? Send us a message — we usually reply within one business day.