Shenzhen Future Tech 1-Day Tour: Drone Delivery, Robot Dining & Driverless Taxi Ride
- Tour Code: DT-SZ-01
- Travel Route: Shenzhen
- Duration of the trip:
- Hotel: None
Is the robotaxi actually safe? Do I need to do anything during the ride?
Yes, it's safe. The Robotaxi is operated by Pony.ai, one of China's leading autonomous driving companies, and the vehicles are tested extensively on Shenzhen's roads. A safety supervisor is present in the car during the tour, so you're never truly alone. You don't need to do anything — just sit back, buckle up, and watch the steering wheel turn itself. It feels surreal for the first few minutes, but you quickly get used to it. Most first-timers spend the whole ride grinning and filming.
Can I do this as a day trip from Hong Kong or Guangzhou? How do I get to Shenzhen?
Yes, this tour works well as a day trip from either city. From Hong Kong, take the MTR to Lok Ma Chau station, cross the border into Futian/Shenzhen, then meet your guide — the total journey is about 50–60 minutes. From Guangzhou, the high-speed train to Shenzhen North takes about 30–60 minutes. If you're doing Option A, note that Orbit One dinner runs until around 7:30–8pm, so you'll have no trouble catching a late train or returning to Hong Kong the same evening.
Do I need to book Orbit One (magnetic levitation dining) in advance? Can I pay on the spot?
Orbit One is popular and seating can fill up, especially on weekends. Since the dinner is at your own expense and not included in the tour price, it's a good idea to let your guide know in advance if you want to dine there. The guide can assist with booking and explain the menu so you know what to expect cost-wise. The restaurant serves Western-style fusion dishes (truffle pizza, creative pastas, etc.) with prices comparable to a mid-range restaurant in Shanghai or Hong Kong.
Is the robotaxi actually safe? Do I need to do anything during the ride?
Yes, it's safe. The Robotaxi is operated by Pony.ai, one of China's leading autonomous driving companies, and the vehicles are tested extensively on Shenzhen's roads. A safety supervisor is present in the car during the tour, so you're never truly alone. You don't need to do anything — just sit back, buckle up, and watch the steering wheel turn itself. It feels surreal for the first few minutes, but you quickly get used to it. Most first-timers spend the whole ride grinning and filming.
Can I do this as a day trip from Hong Kong or Guangzhou? How do I get to Shenzhen?
Yes, this tour works well as a day trip from either city. From Hong Kong, take the MTR to Lok Ma Chau station, cross the border into Futian/Shenzhen, then meet your guide — the total journey is about 50–60 minutes. From Guangzhou, the high-speed train to Shenzhen North takes about 30–60 minutes. If you're doing Option A, note that Orbit One dinner runs until around 7:30–8pm, so you'll have no trouble catching a late train or returning to Hong Kong the same evening.
Do I need to book Orbit One (magnetic levitation dining) in advance? Can I pay on the spot?
Orbit One is popular and seating can fill up, especially on weekends. Since the dinner is at your own expense and not included in the tour price, it's a good idea to let your guide know in advance if you want to dine there. The guide can assist with booking and explain the menu so you know what to expect cost-wise. The restaurant serves Western-style fusion dishes (truffle pizza, creative pastas, etc.) with prices comparable to a mid-range restaurant in Shanghai or Hong Kong.