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Pick up from hotel to traverse the World-renowned
Victoria Harbor via the Cross-Harbor Tunnel. We
then drive by Wanchai, the well-known R &
R destination for sailors to reach Victoria Peak
for a breath-taking 360-degree view of the bustling
harbor, Hong Kong Island and Kowloonas far as
the eye can see. From Victoria Peak, the tour
continues to Aberdeen village to see the many
fishing junks and floating restaurants moored
there passing by the scenic resort areas of Repulse
Bay and Deep Water Bay. The tour will continue
with a visit to HK’s largest jewelry factory
where artists are at work to create some of the
best prize winning designs using semi precious
stones.
Depart by air-conditioned coach via the bustling
crowded city of Kowloon to Tai Po Market a typical
old-style rural market. A large choice of fresh
produce, daily necessities and electronic equipment
are on display. The tour continues on to Lok Ma
Chau, a vantagepoint where one can look across
the Pearl Estuary to glimpse the remarkable skyline
of the Shenzhen Special Economic Zone of China.
From there, we visit the Tsang Tai Uk, which is
the original settling place of the Tsang Clan
– an outstanding example of a fortified
village. After this the tour will continue on
to Wong Tai Sin Temple, the largest and most impressive
temple in Kowloon. The Templepresents visitors
with a full range of insights into Chinese religious
beliefs and practices. After praying for good
luck the tour returns via the urban area after
making a stop at the largest jewelry factory in
Hong Kong which show case the finest of its art
which made HK the best in Asia.
Visit Ocean Parkwith its unique combination of
fascinating marine life, watch a delightfully
entertaining show featuring dolphins and sea-lions,
take in the breathtaking scenery from spectacular
thrill rides like the Dragon Roller Coaster, the
Spider etc. Visit the Chinese giant pandas who
had made Hong Kong their home.
When in Hong Kong you must not miss one of the
most popular sports enjoyed by most local people,
outside of the local lottery, and the only legal
form of gambling-HORSE RACING. Join in the excitement
and action, from private visitors’ box inside
the members’ enclosure placing bets while
enjoying a buffet meal. You may win enough to
pay for your trip!
A tour that offers a glimpse of Hong Kong past
and present. The first stop is at the Yuen Yuen
Institue, which houses the 3 main religious practices
of the Hong Kong Chinese population – Confucianism,
Taoism and Buddhism. From there, the tour proceeds
into the countryside past banana plantations to
Tai Mo Shan, Hong Kong’s tallest mountain
for a panoramic view of Hong Kong Island and new
industrial towns in the New Territories. Passing
through the countryside of Shek Kong and Lam Chuen
Valley, the tour makes a stop at Luen Wo, a traditional
rural market where colorful stalls are piled high
with dried fish, herbs and vegetables. From there,
we head to Luk Keng a nearby Hakka village and
a bird sanctuary where Chinese pond heron’s
nest. Then it is on to Sam Mun Tsai to look at
how local fisherfolk breed fish in submerged cages.
The tour concludes with a Chinese lunch at the
Sha Tin race Course – a state-of-the-art
construction.
The Heritage Tour offers visitors a first hand
experience of the great restorations that have
been taking place in Hong Kongto preserve its
rich cultural heritage. The first stop is the
Man Mo Temple and the Tai Po Market first established
in 1892 in the New Territories. Built a century
ago, the temple is dedicated to Man, the God of
Literature and Mo the God of Martial Arts. From
there, the tour goes on to The Wishing Tree of
HK which folklore has it that a spirit in the
tree grants wishes to those that came to pray.
The tour continues on to Tang Chung Ling Ancestral
Hall and the walled villages of Lo Wai passing
through the Lung Yeuk Tau Heritage Trail, the
homeland of the Tang Clan showcasing the deepest
of Chinese religious life. The tour terminates
with a visit to Tai Fu tai, an opulent stately
home that was built in 1865 by a scholar of the
gentry class.
Discover a pristine beach, a traditional fishing
village, lush valleys, soaring mountains and the
new tourism attraction of Ngong Ping 360 on Hong
Kong’s largest island. Your’ll hop
aboard a ferry for a spectacular ride through
the busy harbour past ocean-going ships to Lantau
Island where you’ll board a private coach
to the beautiful Cheung Sha Beach. After a visit,
it’s on to Tai O, a unique fishing village
where many of the homes are built on stilts. Then
your coach will follow a winding road up the mountain
to Ngong Ping plateau where you’ll visit
the majestic Giant Buddha and the nearby Po Lin
Monastery. Ample time is allowed for a guided
tour of the monastery and Giant Buddha Exhibition
Hall. A short walk away is the Wisdom Path. Here
you’ll find an ancient prayer or sutra inscribed
on a series of wooden columns set in a figure
of eight to symbolize infinity. A vegetarian meal
is served in the monastery, followed by an optional
visit to the culturally themed Ngong ping Village
of Ngong Ping 360. it’s one of Hong Kong’s
newest attractions and features “Walking
with Buddha”, “Monkey’s Tale
Theatre” and “Ngong Ping Tea House”,
as well as shops and restaurants. The tour ends
with a spectacular ride aboard the Ngong Ping
Skyrail, a 20 to 25-minture cable car ride offering
stunning views going down from Ngong Ping plateau
to Tung Chung New Town near the airport.
FUNG SHUI, or ‘Wind & Water’,
is a 3,000 year-old system of geomantic divination
teaching humans how to achieve harmony with the
forces of nature and change, thereby gaining well-being
and prosperity. In modern Hong Kong, you might
have thought that feng shuiwould have been dismissed
as mumbo-jumbo. But not so, in fact many of the
soaring office and apartment blocks that now punctuate
the skyline were laid out in accordance with feng
shuiare universal, and the supernatural ‘luck-bringing
energy’ of the world dragons can be harnessed
everywhere in the world. So join the Feng Shui
Tour, which stops at Lung Cheung Road lookout,
which permits us to view the old Kai Tak International
Airport and examine how the geographical make-up
of Hong Kong meets the criteria of forming a good
configuration that brings ‘good Feng Shui’
to the area. Then it is onto Wanchai to see the
Nine Dragon Wall in Wanchai where wealthy merchants
employed the principles of Feng Shui to influence
the surroundings around them and their businesses.
A stop at the China Resources Building enables
us to understand Feng Shui application in modern
society and at Statue Square in Central we learn
all about this fascination side of Chinese Culture
and learn how Feng Shui has its effect on different
buildings …… such as the Hong Kong
Bank, the Standard Chartered Bank and the Bank
of China.
An exciting harbor cruise serving coffee, tea
and cookies on board. The cruise sails out to
the eastern harbor area of Hong Kong along the
waterfront of Central, Wanchai, Causeway Bay and
North Point with a visit to the Shau Kei Wan Typhoon
Shelter – home to a large fishing community.
Enroute you will be introduced to a series of
stunning skylines, harbor traffic and eye catching
waterfront attractions. Further sailing takes
you to the northeastern Kowloon side where you
will see more scenic contrasts including Lei Yue
Mun Village Waterfront. From there the cruise
will proceed to the Causeway Bay waterfront known
as East Point Jardine’s to witness the firing
of the legendary Noon Day Gun which is a tradition
dating back to the early colonial days of Hong
Kong.
This is a popular cruise for those who love the
vibrancy and the ambitious town planning of Hong
Kong. High-rises show-casing Hong Kong’s
architectural phenomenon, include Bank of China,
Exchange Square, Hong Kong Bank, Lippo Tower and
Central Plazaalong the waterfront. There are other
new and remarkable infrastructure landmarks, like
Kowloon Wharf and its developments, Kowloon Expressway,
and the nearby Stone-cutter’s Island which
for many decades served as a British Royal Navy
base until June 1997; but having been re-built
is now the Chinese PLA Navy base. Further on,
you will see the spectacular Tsing Ma Bridge linking
the new Hong Kong Airport, and it is presently
the longest suspension bridge capable of carrying
both vehicles and trains in the world.
Take a respite from the busy shopping in Hong
Kong, leave the chaotic streets behind and take
to the sea…. Enjoy a tranquil dinner cruise
onboard the luxurious air-conditioned vessel,
the BAUHINIA. You can enjoy the wonderful lights
of Victoria Harbor, while taking gin a sumptuous
buffet spread. There is live music providing the
latest hits for your dancing pleasure.
This evening cruise promises a wonderful experience
and great value for money. The tour begins with
a harbor cruise on a traditional Chinese sightseeing
junk to take in the exciting night views of Hong
Kong. It continues on to Lei Yue Mun, a picturesque
local fishing village for a sumptuous seafood
dinner.
Onboard a traditional junk, enjoy the open-bar
hospitality onboard, and see the fantastic night
views of Victoria Harbor. Cruise to the colorful
Western District, once a busy waterfront-trading
center. Experience the busy thoroughfare of the
harbor where junks, freighters, ferries, fishing
boats vie with each other for space. Sail along
the eastern waterfront and pass by Causeway Bay
Typhoon Shelter where you can see the moored pleasure
boats and sampans and marvel at the contrasts
of 2 different worlds.
Sundown is always associated with one’s
favorite cocktail. Spend the evening enjoying
unlimited free drinks from the bar onboard an
authentic Chinese junk and watch the world’s
greatest light show come on. From the cruise,
millions of lights come on as dusk takes a grip
on the surroundings showcasing the fantastic skyline
of Hong Kong island and Kowloon.
Being a top class outdoor laser show – the
Symphony of Lights is a must-do in our City now
a day. What makes it more enjoyable is viewing
it onboard an authentic Chinese junk with unlimited
drinks served at the bar. The spectacular skyline
on both sides of the Harbour is always stunning.
Cruise on a traditional Chinese junk to see the
scenic waterfront with the dramatic skyline of
central, Wanchai, Shau Kei Wan as the backdrop.
Then witness the firing of the legendary Noonday
Gun, a tradition dating back a 100 years. Satiate
your appetite with a sumptuous dim sum lunch in
a renowned restaurant before going on an orientation
tour of Hong Kong Island that takes you to famous
Victoria Peak, the scenic beaches of Repulse Bay
and Stanley Market for bargains. A brief visit
to Hong Kong’s biggest jewelry handicraft
workshop will be made.
Board a traditional Chinese junk for a relaxing
cruise of the harbor with your favorite cocktail
in hand. Watch the world’s greatest harbor
come alive with lights amid the bustling activities
of the harbor. The cruise will sail along to Aberdeen,
where the famous floating village is where you
will enjoy a superb dinner on at the Jumbo floating
restaurant. After dinner, the tour will continue
by coach to one of the scenic viewing point mid-way
to Victoria Peak for a breathtaking night view
of Hong Kong and Kowloon before transferring back
to the hotel.
The first stop is at the Revolving 66 Restaurant
located on the 62nd floor of the second tallest
building in Hong Kong, the Hopewell Center. There
you will enjoy a superb 4-course western dinner
while enjoying the spectacular view of Hong Kong.
After dinner, the tour will continue to the famous
night markets of Temple Street where all kinds
of paraphernalia can be found including a surprise
display of street opera if one is lucky. The evening
will end with a leisurely cruise where you can
have your favorite nightcap before returning to
the hotel while enjoying the lights and illumination
of the harbor at close range.
Hong Kong Disneyland continues the tradition with
classic Disney attractions, unique shops and restaurants,
dazzling live entertainment in a delightful setting.
Fantasy becomes reality in Disneyland amazing
theme lands –Main Street USA, Fantasyland,
Adventureland and Tomorrowland. Transfer back
to hotel after the Fireworks Display show is ended
30 minsutes late in Hong Kong Disneyland.
** supplement of US$8.00 for peak
days i.e. Sat, Sun & Holidays, school summer
holidays, May 1-7 & Oct 1-7
Kill two birds with one stone. You can catch a
glimpse of China while visiting Hong Kongby joining
this tour. Spend a day in Shenzhen – “City
of Century and Window of China ” that stands
towering before the people from all over the world.
Shekou is located in the southern
part of Nantau Peninsula, and an important part
of Shenzhen which is named the first Special Economic
Zone of China. There are many places of Chinese
culture and historic ruins to be discovered.
Futian Mangrove Natural Protection
Area is the only one country level urban natural
protection area in China at present and owns unique
ecological tourism resources integrating woods,
birds, water, fishes and beaches as a whole.
China Folk Culture Village
reflects China’s traditional culture and
customs. The architecture of ethnic groups inhabiting
China’s vast and varied landscape has been
faithfully reconstructed with life-size villages
with architectural styles of 21 selected provinces.
Don’t miss the chance
if you are interested in visiting another amazing
garden that reflects China’s 5000 years
of history and culture. Your ticket for “Folk
Culture Village is also good for admission to
“ Splendid China ”.
Chinese dinner will be served
at a renowned local restaurant. After dinner,
enjoy the “Dancing with Dragon & Phoenix
” open-air show that blends the cutting-edge
technology and wonderful performance enriched
by the 5000 years of Chinese performing art in
dance, acrobatics and opera.
After night show, a visit to
the Lo Wu Shopping Mall will give you opportunities
not only to shop but also to bargain. You may
enjoy choosing your favorites from a large variety
of goods and bargaining with local shops.
Visit Macau, used to be a Portuguese colony southwest
of Hong Kong. It is a mixture of Florence, Monte
Carloand an ancient Chinese town. Its numerous
historical points of interest includes Saint Paul’s
Ruin’s - a reminder of how Christianity
reached the east, Temple of the Goddess of Mercy
– where the first commercial treaty between
China and the United States was signed, Porta
De Cerco Gate border the boundary between communist
China and Macau, Penha Hill which offers the most
spectacular view of the enclave. Macauis also
well known for its casino with all kinds of Chinese
and international gambling games. Lunch is included
enroute.
Pick up from Hotel for a 60 minutes hovercraft
ride to Shekou - part of Shenzhen Special Economic
Zone. A visit to the Qin Dynasty Terracotta Warriors
and Horses from Xian is a must. The tour will
take in a kindergarten to see children singing
and dancing before proceeding on to Canton, the
capital of Guangdong Province. Highlights in Canton
will include the Guangzhou Zoo, the Six Banyan
Temple, Dr Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall and free
time for exploration before returning to Hong
Kong by the through train.
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