Guangzhou is a strong base for business visitors
Guangzhou is practical for trade fairs, wholesale markets, supplier meetings and access to nearby manufacturing cities in the Greater Bay Area.
For many overseas buyers, Guangzhou works well as the first base because it connects business, transport, food and client reception in one city.
Shenzhen and Dongguan can be important for products
Depending on the product category, Shenzhen, Dongguan or Foshan may be part of the route. Electronics, auto accessories, industrial suppliers and consumer goods can require different city choices.
The key is to avoid adding cities just because they are famous. Each stop should have a clear business purpose.
Yiwu is useful case by case
Yiwu is known for small commodities and can be valuable for certain sourcing goals. But it is not automatically the best choice for every buyer.
If Yiwu is outside your main route, travel time, hotel needs and extra costs should be evaluated before adding it to the plan.