In October we travelled to China, to the Canton Fair in Guangzhou. We had Mike and Michelle from Canton Fair Tours as our tour guides throughout the whole phase 3 of the fair, their knowledge of the layout of this large trade fair was invaluable. We cannot speak highly enough of their professional service, attending the fair each day with us, guiding us and advising us on how best to communicate and do business. In addition to the itinerary they arranged shopping, sightseeing and dinners. Mike and Michelle made our visit a seamless and most enjoyable first time in China. We would highly recommend their friendly and professional service to anyone visiting this trade fair.

Attending the Canton Fair in China was an unforgettable experience, and having Mike Cornell as my tour guide made it even more enriching. This event, held in Guangzhou, is renowned as one of the largest trade fairs in the world, and I was excited to dive into the vast array of products and opportunities available. From the start, Mike’s expertise and knowledge were evident. He provided invaluable insights into the layout of the fair and helped me navigate the various sectors, making the experience much less overwhelming. His ability to connect with exhibitors and facilitate introductions was instrumental in making communication easy. His understanding of the way the fair operated allowed me to explore in a more timely manner. The atmosphere at the Canton Fair was electric, and Mike's enthusiasm and support made it even more enjoyable. I returned home not just with potential business partnerships, but also with a deeper understanding of the market. With Mike and Michelle’s attitude towards the tour, it can be adapted quickly to accommodate sightseeing requests etc within Guangzhou’s rich history, while still satisfying your needs of the Canton Fair. I wholeheartedly recommend attending the Canton Fair and, if possible, seeking out Mike Cornell as a guide. His expertise transformed my experience into a truly valuable journey. I give Canton Fair Tours a 5 Star rating.

We had the pleasure of attending the Canton Fair in October 2024 under the guidance of Mike & Michelle from ‘Canton Fair Tours’. After getting organised with tickets and planning, we met Mike & Michelle at the Auckland Airport and flew out to Guangzhou, China. They had everything organised with transport, accommodation, the fair, breakfast and tours. They really did make it very easy. The advice they offered was really helpful & provided us all the detail we needed to conduct business in China and at the fair. Not only did they guide us at the Canton Fair, but they also guided us with some shopping, meals out and even a foot massage. They truly did go above and beyond. Mike & Michelle run a very relaxed business, with plenty of time for us to do what we wanted, when we wanted. We found them to be Generous, Friendly & Knowledgeable, with a lot of laughs along the way. We would strongly recommend using ‘Canton Fair Tours’ if you are considering going to the fair for the first time. A huge thank you to Mike & Michelle.

My business partner and I recently attended the Canton Fair with Canton Fair Tours. As first timers to the fair, we decided to leave the thinking and organisation up to someone else, and we are glad we did. From the moment we confirmed our spot on the tour Mike and Michelle took care of everything and were full of helpful tips and tricks to make things extremely easy. Communication before the trip was great. We met Mike & Michelle and the other tour guests at the airport and travelled to Guangzhou together. From the moment we landed, Mike and Michelle’s relaxed but knowledgeable guidance was great. We mainly stuck to the group’s itinerary but there were times when we ventured off on our own adventures which was no issue at all. We made new friends, had a very successful visit to the fair, and managed to fit in a heap of shopping, sightseeing, and a bit of partying. We thoroughly enjoyed every minute and would highly recommend Canton Fair Tours for anyone considering a visit to the Canton Fair.

I would like to thank Michael Cornell for an amazing tour of the Canton Fair. Firstly meeting me at the airport in Guangzhou with an informed ride into the city. Staying at a 5 star hotel that has organized scheduled bus rides into and out of the Canton Fair. Michael also organised a day trip into town for sightseeing and to register us in before the Trade Fair begins. In the week of the trade fair each day we met at breakfast, talked about the exciting things that we would like to get more information about and got a fair idea of what we wanted to do for the day. Michael made the whole experience fun and exciting from arrival to departure. Look forward to doing it again.

Kia ora Mike, thanks so much again for the fantastic trip, both Richard and I are truly grateful for the opportunity that you presented to us. We both found it inspiring and arrived home agog with the wonderful sights, sounds and friendships we experienced. You make a great team, working together seamlessly to make our first China experience memorable and stress free. We loved it and are pleased we took up your offer to show us around. Please pass on our gratitude to you and your team and wish you all the best for you upcoming October Trip. Nga mihi.

Would firstly like to thank Mike for a first time trip to the Canton Fair, it was the most amazing trip of my life. Everything ran as smooth as clock work from flights from Perth to Guangzhou, hotels which were awesome. I got to experience trains, taxis and buses. I would recommend their services anytime, I would never have made this trip on my own without their help, thanks. This will not be my only trip. Cheers

Attending the Canton Fair with Canton Fair Tours, led by Mike, was a game-changer. It gave us the opportunity to meet with existing and new suppliers of building products in China. The time and effort saved by not going to China alone is huge - Mike knows all the great places and things to do, as well as how to do business and make the most of your time in a very foreign land! It was awesome to build lasting relationships with other like-minded Kiwis on the trip, which you wouldn't get going alone. The sheer scale of the Canton Fair is eye-opening, so having a fellow Kiwi who knows how it works to point you in the right direction saves you several days of learning. I highly recommend Canton Fair Tours for a hassle-free, fun, and great way to develop relationships with Chinese suppliers, or to just expand your mind and horizons to what is available from China.

I would like to express my gratitude to Canton Fair Tours, Mike and his team for a truly wonderful life-changing experience. As soon as arrived in Guangzhou I knew that would have been totally overwhelmed had I attempted to go it alone. For the price I paid I feel I received exceptional value for money and I now know it would have ended up costing me a whole lot more on my own. Mike and his team are positive, upbeat, and their confidence was hugely reassuring every step along the way. Mike escorts you around the fair on the first day to get you fully oriented and he was available to help with anything I needed, including assisting with a couple of my negotiations, making sure I did not make costly rookie errors. Mike knew the most reliable shipping agencies, so took the anxiety out of this aspect of trading. This alone saved me thousands making the small additional cost of doing this trip as an escorted tour feel like a bargain. If you are considering taking a trip with Canton Fair Tours, do not hesitate; make your move... I'm convinced you will never regret it.