Beijing to Hong Kong

Beijing to Hong Kong

Explore the mystical countryside around Yangshuo, Hike through the rice terraces of Longji, Devour dumplings in Shanghai and dim sum in Hong Kong, Trek the Great Wall, Discover the many faces of Beijing, Shop for a bargain in the Yuyuan Bazaar, Come face-to-face with the Terracotta Warriors

Experience an action-packed travel experience through some of the best-loved cities in China, with stopovers in several lesser-known towns as well. Visit Beijing, come face-to-face with a terracotta army in Xi'an and shop up a storm in Shanghai. Experience the culture of remote communities hiking through the Longji Valley or cycle through the scenic Guangxi region. From beautiful Beijing to bustling Hong Kong, see the old-world wonders, modern marvels and magical scenery of southern China. Get active, meet the locals and soak up Chinese culture as we travel across this great nation.

Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1.

 

You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting; please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

The capital of the most populous country on earth, Beijing is quickly shedding its historical face in favour of modernity. However, there are still plenty of places to go that will give you a great insight into the nation's ancient past as well as sights that showcase China's contemporary culture.

There are so many great things to do in the city. During your time here, you might like to experience some of the following:

 

Take a walking tour through Old Beijing along the ancient network of alleyways and lanes known as hutongs. These are a world away from the imperial splendours, but lend great atmosphere to this energetic city.

Explore Tiananmen Square - the largest downtown square in the world. It covers an area of 44 hectares, big enough to hold one million people. From the Gate of Heavenly Peace in the north to the southern Front Gate, it measures 880 metres, and from the Museum of Chinese History in the east to the Great Hall of the People in the west, it's about 500 metres.

The Forbidden City is the former home to China's imperial rulers. Take a guided tour of the palaces, buildings and seemingly never-ending grand courtyards.

A trip to the 798 Art District will give you a taste of where art is heading in today's China as you wander the multitude of galleries housed in this old factory complex.

Pick up a bike for the day. You'll need comfortable clothes for cycling. Helmets may not be available for hire - if you wish to have a helmet you'll need to supply your own.

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1.

 

You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting; please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

The capital of the most populous country on earth, Beijing is quickly shedding its historical face in favour of modernity. However, there are still plenty of places to go that will give you a great insight into the nation's ancient past as well as sights that showcase China's contemporary culture.

There are so many great things to do in the city. During your time here, you might like to experience some of the following:

 

Take a walking tour through Old Beijing along the ancient network of alleyways and lanes known as hutongs. These are a world away from the imperial splendours, but lend great atmosphere to this energetic city.

Explore Tiananmen Square - the largest downtown square in the world. It covers an area of 44 hectares, big enough to hold one million people. From the Gate of Heavenly Peace in the north to the southern Front Gate, it measures 880 metres, and from the Museum of Chinese History in the east to the Great Hall of the People in the west, it's about 500 metres.

The Forbidden City is the former home to China's imperial rulers. Take a guided tour of the palaces, buildings and seemingly never-ending grand courtyards.

A trip to the 798 Art District will give you a taste of where art is heading in today's China as you wander the multitude of galleries housed in this old factory complex.

Pick up a bike for the day. You'll need comfortable clothes for cycling. Helmets may not be available for hire - if you wish to have a helmet you'll need to supply your own.

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm on Day 1.

 

You can arrive at any time as there are no activities planned until this important meeting; please ask the hotel reception where it will take place. If you can't arrange a flight that will arrive in time, you may wish to arrive a day early so you're able to attend. We'll be happy to book additional accommodation for you (subject to availability). If you're going to be late, please inform the hotel reception. We'll be collecting your insurance details and next of kin information at this meeting so please ensure you have all these details to provide to your leader.

The capital of the most populous country on earth, Beijing is quickly shedding its historical face in favour of modernity. However, there are still plenty of places to go that will give you a great insight into the nation's ancient past as well as sights that showcase China's contemporary culture.

There are so many great things to do in the city. During your time here, you might like to experience some of the following:

 

Take a walking tour through Old Beijing along the ancient network of alleyways and lanes known as hutongs. These are a world away from the imperial splendours, but lend great atmosphere to this energetic city.

Explore Tiananmen Square - the largest downtown square in the world. It covers an area of 44 hectares, big enough to hold one million people. From the Gate of Heavenly Peace in the north to the southern Front Gate, it measures 880 metres, and from the Museum of Chinese History in the east to the Great Hall of the People in the west, it's about 500 metres.

The Forbidden City is the former home to China's imperial rulers. Take a guided tour of the palaces, buildings and seemingly never-ending grand courtyards.

A trip to the 798 Art District will give you a taste of where art is heading in today's China as you wander the multitude of galleries housed in this old factory complex.

Pick up a bike for the day. You'll need comfortable clothes for cycling. Helmets may not be available for hire - if you wish to have a helmet you'll need to supply your own.

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

This morning, we'll take the bullet train from Beijing to Shanhaiguan to start our journey to the eastern end of Great Wall. Arriving around noon, you'll have the afternoon to explore the Old Dragon Head (Shanhaiguan Great Wall) from different angles. Spend an hour or two on the wall, then go to the beach to view the wall rising from the sea, an angle nowhere to be found in any other part of China. You'll also have the chance to stroll around the old Shanhaiguan town and try out the local snacks on the street. Tonight, we'll stay in a local guesthouse in Shanhaiguan town.

The following day we travel to a more rural area in Shanhaiguan - Dongjiakou village, and stay with the local families there. In this quieter section of the wall, you'll have the time to take in the beauty of the wall, and talk to the locals to find out what Great Wall means to them. This section of the wall has not been renovated, and there are some sections that you'll need to walk through the forest - better to wear long sleeve clothes and pants to cover yourself in summer time. You'll need reasonable fitness and walking shoes with good support and grip for this activity (approx. 4-5 hrs). There are many steps and slopes on the way so be prepared for a tough climb in sections. The views and experience though are a real highlight for all our travellers. Tonight we'll stay with the local families, so the standard will be very basic - shared bathroom & multi-shared accommodation. Also if the group size is large, the group will be split into different homestays.

Transfer back to Shanhaiguan and then take the D train back to Beijing and our hostel. Here, you can use the hostel's common bathroom to refresh yourself, and do a bit of last sightseeing or shopping before the overnight train to Xi'an (Approx 13 hours)

Train travel in China may not be entirely luxurious but it's certainly one of the best ways to come face to face with the country and its people as it's the main form of transport for locals. We use hard sleeper class trains for most of our overnight train journeys. These are not as rough as they sound - compartments are open-plan, clean, with padded three-tiered berths (6 to a compartment). Sheets, pillows and a blanket are provided. We recommend bringing your own sleeping sheet as the quality/cleanliness of sheets may not be what you are used to. Safe hot drinking water is always available for making coffee, tea or instant meals. It is a good idea to bring a mug, spoon, knife and fork if you will be preparing your own hot drinks or food on the train (as these are not provided in cabins)

Basic bathroom facilities are situated at the end of each carriage with toilets and washbasins. As toilet paper isn't always available it's advised to carry some of your own, keep in mind general train cleanliness may not be to the same standards you are accustomed to. Most trains have a dining carriage where meals are available three times a day, and there are often snacks available on the train along the way. You may wish to purchase extra snacks of your choice before the journey to supplement food available on the train.

Included Activities

Accommodation

This morning, we'll take the bullet train from Beijing to Shanhaiguan to start our journey to the eastern end of Great Wall. Arriving around noon, you'll have the afternoon to explore the Old Dragon Head (Shanhaiguan Great Wall) from different angles. Spend an hour or two on the wall, then go to the beach to view the wall rising from the sea, an angle nowhere to be found in any other part of China. You'll also have the chance to stroll around the old Shanhaiguan town and try out the local snacks on the street. Tonight, we'll stay in a local guesthouse in Shanhaiguan town.

The following day we travel to a more rural area in Shanhaiguan - Dongjiakou village, and stay with the local families there. In this quieter section of the wall, you'll have the time to take in the beauty of the wall, and talk to the locals to find out what Great Wall means to them. This section of the wall has not been renovated, and there are some sections that you'll need to walk through the forest - better to wear long sleeve clothes and pants to cover yourself in summer time. You'll need reasonable fitness and walking shoes with good support and grip for this activity (approx. 4-5 hrs). There are many steps and slopes on the way so be prepared for a tough climb in sections. The views and experience though are a real highlight for all our travellers. Tonight we'll stay with the local families, so the standard will be very basic - shared bathroom & multi-shared accommodation. Also if the group size is large, the group will be split into different homestays.

Transfer back to Shanhaiguan and then take the D train back to Beijing and our hostel. Here, you can use the hostel's common bathroom to refresh yourself, and do a bit of last sightseeing or shopping before the overnight train to Xi'an (Approx 13 hours)

Train travel in China may not be entirely luxurious but it's certainly one of the best ways to come face to face with the country and its people as it's the main form of transport for locals. We use hard sleeper class trains for most of our overnight train journeys. These are not as rough as they sound - compartments are open-plan, clean, with padded three-tiered berths (6 to a compartment). Sheets, pillows and a blanket are provided. We recommend bringing your own sleeping sheet as the quality/cleanliness of sheets may not be what you are used to. Safe hot drinking water is always available for making coffee, tea or instant meals. It is a good idea to bring a mug, spoon, knife and fork if you will be preparing your own hot drinks or food on the train (as these are not provided in cabins)

Basic bathroom facilities are situated at the end of each carriage with toilets and washbasins. As toilet paper isn't always available it's advised to carry some of your own, keep in mind general train cleanliness may not be to the same standards you are accustomed to. Most trains have a dining carriage where meals are available three times a day, and there are often snacks available on the train along the way. You may wish to purchase extra snacks of your choice before the journey to supplement food available on the train.

Included Activities

Accommodation

This morning, we'll take the bullet train from Beijing to Shanhaiguan to start our journey to the eastern end of Great Wall. Arriving around noon, you'll have the afternoon to explore the Old Dragon Head (Shanhaiguan Great Wall) from different angles. Spend an hour or two on the wall, then go to the beach to view the wall rising from the sea, an angle nowhere to be found in any other part of China. You'll also have the chance to stroll around the old Shanhaiguan town and try out the local snacks on the street. Tonight, we'll stay in a local guesthouse in Shanhaiguan town.

The following day we travel to a more rural area in Shanhaiguan - Dongjiakou village, and stay with the local families there. In this quieter section of the wall, you'll have the time to take in the beauty of the wall, and talk to the locals to find out what Great Wall means to them. This section of the wall has not been renovated, and there are some sections that you'll need to walk through the forest - better to wear long sleeve clothes and pants to cover yourself in summer time. You'll need reasonable fitness and walking shoes with good support and grip for this activity (approx. 4-5 hrs). There are many steps and slopes on the way so be prepared for a tough climb in sections. The views and experience though are a real highlight for all our travellers. Tonight we'll stay with the local families, so the standard will be very basic - shared bathroom & multi-shared accommodation. Also if the group size is large, the group will be split into different homestays.

Transfer back to Shanhaiguan and then take the D train back to Beijing and our hostel. Here, you can use the hostel's common bathroom to refresh yourself, and do a bit of last sightseeing or shopping before the overnight train to Xi'an (Approx 13 hours)

Train travel in China may not be entirely luxurious but it's certainly one of the best ways to come face to face with the country and its people as it's the main form of transport for locals. We use hard sleeper class trains for most of our overnight train journeys. These are not as rough as they sound - compartments are open-plan, clean, with padded three-tiered berths (6 to a compartment). Sheets, pillows and a blanket are provided. We recommend bringing your own sleeping sheet as the quality/cleanliness of sheets may not be what you are used to. Safe hot drinking water is always available for making coffee, tea or instant meals. It is a good idea to bring a mug, spoon, knife and fork if you will be preparing your own hot drinks or food on the train (as these are not provided in cabins)

Basic bathroom facilities are situated at the end of each carriage with toilets and washbasins. As toilet paper isn't always available it's advised to carry some of your own, keep in mind general train cleanliness may not be to the same standards you are accustomed to. Most trains have a dining carriage where meals are available three times a day, and there are often snacks available on the train along the way. You may wish to purchase extra snacks of your choice before the journey to supplement food available on the train.

Included Activities

Accommodation

It takes around an hour to get to the Terracotta Warrior and if you choose, you can hire a local guide to tell you about this incredible archaeological find, discovered by farmers digging a well in 1976 after being buried for thousands of years. These clay statues of soldiers, horses and chariots, all standing in battle formation, were commissioned by the emperor of the Qin dynasty as part of his mausoleum and a number of pits are now on view to the public.

 

Other experiences you might like to enjoy in Xi'an include:

 

Visit our friends at Xi'an Huiling (meaning 'wise spirit') - a project for young people with intellectual and learning disabilities, where we enjoy a performance of singing and dancing by the students (don't be surprised if you're asked to join in) and have a chance to see their artwork and handicrafts.

Try a leisurely cycle on the Xi'an city wall - a distance of 13.74 km. The wall, an ancient fortification situated in the heart of XI'an, was established in 582 AD.

Catch an overnight train to Shanghai (approx 16 hrs).

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

It takes around an hour to get to the Terracotta Warrior and if you choose, you can hire a local guide to tell you about this incredible archaeological find, discovered by farmers digging a well in 1976 after being buried for thousands of years. These clay statues of soldiers, horses and chariots, all standing in battle formation, were commissioned by the emperor of the Qin dynasty as part of his mausoleum and a number of pits are now on view to the public.

 

Other experiences you might like to enjoy in Xi'an include:

 

Visit our friends at Xi'an Huiling (meaning 'wise spirit') - a project for young people with intellectual and learning disabilities, where we enjoy a performance of singing and dancing by the students (don't be surprised if you're asked to join in) and have a chance to see their artwork and handicrafts.

Try a leisurely cycle on the Xi'an city wall - a distance of 13.74 km. The wall, an ancient fortification situated in the heart of XI'an, was established in 582 AD.

Catch an overnight train to Shanghai (approx 16 hrs).

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

It takes around an hour to get to the Terracotta Warrior and if you choose, you can hire a local guide to tell you about this incredible archaeological find, discovered by farmers digging a well in 1976 after being buried for thousands of years. These clay statues of soldiers, horses and chariots, all standing in battle formation, were commissioned by the emperor of the Qin dynasty as part of his mausoleum and a number of pits are now on view to the public.

 

Other experiences you might like to enjoy in Xi'an include:

 

Visit our friends at Xi'an Huiling (meaning 'wise spirit') - a project for young people with intellectual and learning disabilities, where we enjoy a performance of singing and dancing by the students (don't be surprised if you're asked to join in) and have a chance to see their artwork and handicrafts.

Try a leisurely cycle on the Xi'an city wall - a distance of 13.74 km. The wall, an ancient fortification situated in the heart of XI'an, was established in 582 AD.

Catch an overnight train to Shanghai (approx 16 hrs).

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

Join your leader for a walking tour of historical Shanghai including the Bund with its spectacular array of art deco style buildings, the narrow winding lanes of the Nongtang or the European-influenced French Concession.

 

Some things to do in your free time include:

 

Visit the Propaganda Museum for a fascinating look at China's revolutionary past.

Get a bird's eye view of the city from the Pearl Tower's observation decks.

Wander the Yuyuan Gardens. These famous classical gardens were completed in 1577 by Pan Yunduan, a government official of the Ming Dynasty.

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

Join your leader for a walking tour of historical Shanghai including the Bund with its spectacular array of art deco style buildings, the narrow winding lanes of the Nongtang or the European-influenced French Concession.

 

Some things to do in your free time include:

 

Visit the Propaganda Museum for a fascinating look at China's revolutionary past.

Get a bird's eye view of the city from the Pearl Tower's observation decks.

Wander the Yuyuan Gardens. These famous classical gardens were completed in 1577 by Pan Yunduan, a government official of the Ming Dynasty.

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

Join your leader for a walking tour of historical Shanghai including the Bund with its spectacular array of art deco style buildings, the narrow winding lanes of the Nongtang or the European-influenced French Concession.

 

Some things to do in your free time include:

 

Visit the Propaganda Museum for a fascinating look at China's revolutionary past.

Get a bird's eye view of the city from the Pearl Tower's observation decks.

Wander the Yuyuan Gardens. These famous classical gardens were completed in 1577 by Pan Yunduan, a government official of the Ming Dynasty.

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Accommodation

Arrive in Guilin and transfer by public bus to Yangshuo (approx 1.5 hrs).

Yangshuo has become very popular with international and domestic tourists in recent years and has a great cafe and bar culture. It's also one of the best places in the country to get a feel for local culture and traditions and have plenty of fun at the same time.

The countryside around Yangshuo is immortalized in many traditional Chinese paintings - picture immense limestone karsts dotting the rural landscape and towering spectacularly over rice paddies and the meandering Li River.

Some great things you could do here in your free time include:

Take a bike ride to gain an insight into rural Chinese life. This is an absolutely stunning region to explore, as every turn in the road brings you to another picture-postcard location.

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Li River.

Get a feel for local produce with a visit to the market, then learn to cook some Chinese dishes at the Yangshuo Cooking School. The recipes are easy to make and the ingredients readily available outside of China so you'll be able to recreate them once you get back home.

Optional Activities

Bicycle hire, Yangshuo - CNY20.00

Calligraphy lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Cooking school and market tour, Yangshuo - CNY150.00

Impression light show, Yangshuo - CNY198.00

Kayaking, Yangshuo - CNY150.00

Li River cruise, Yangshuo - CNY100.00

Moon Hill, Yangshuo - CNY15.00

Tai chi or kung fu lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Watercolour painting lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nts)

Arrive in Guilin and transfer by public bus to Yangshuo (approx 1.5 hrs).

Yangshuo has become very popular with international and domestic tourists in recent years and has a great cafe and bar culture. It's also one of the best places in the country to get a feel for local culture and traditions and have plenty of fun at the same time.

The countryside around Yangshuo is immortalized in many traditional Chinese paintings - picture immense limestone karsts dotting the rural landscape and towering spectacularly over rice paddies and the meandering Li River.

Some great things you could do here in your free time include:

Take a bike ride to gain an insight into rural Chinese life. This is an absolutely stunning region to explore, as every turn in the road brings you to another picture-postcard location.

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Li River.

Get a feel for local produce with a visit to the market, then learn to cook some Chinese dishes at the Yangshuo Cooking School. The recipes are easy to make and the ingredients readily available outside of China so you'll be able to recreate them once you get back home.

Optional Activities

Bicycle hire, Yangshuo - CNY20.00

Calligraphy lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Cooking school and market tour, Yangshuo - CNY150.00

Impression light show, Yangshuo - CNY198.00

Kayaking, Yangshuo - CNY150.00

Li River cruise, Yangshuo - CNY100.00

Moon Hill, Yangshuo - CNY15.00

Tai chi or kung fu lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Watercolour painting lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nts)

Arrive in Guilin and transfer by public bus to Yangshuo (approx 1.5 hrs).

Yangshuo has become very popular with international and domestic tourists in recent years and has a great cafe and bar culture. It's also one of the best places in the country to get a feel for local culture and traditions and have plenty of fun at the same time.

The countryside around Yangshuo is immortalized in many traditional Chinese paintings - picture immense limestone karsts dotting the rural landscape and towering spectacularly over rice paddies and the meandering Li River.

Some great things you could do here in your free time include:

Take a bike ride to gain an insight into rural Chinese life. This is an absolutely stunning region to explore, as every turn in the road brings you to another picture-postcard location.

Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Li River.

Get a feel for local produce with a visit to the market, then learn to cook some Chinese dishes at the Yangshuo Cooking School. The recipes are easy to make and the ingredients readily available outside of China so you'll be able to recreate them once you get back home.

Optional Activities

Bicycle hire, Yangshuo - CNY20.00

Calligraphy lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Cooking school and market tour, Yangshuo - CNY150.00

Impression light show, Yangshuo - CNY198.00

Kayaking, Yangshuo - CNY150.00

Li River cruise, Yangshuo - CNY100.00

Moon Hill, Yangshuo - CNY15.00

Tai chi or kung fu lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Watercolour painting lesson, Yangshuo - CNY50.00

Accommodation

Hotel (3 nts)

We travel by public bus to the Longji region via Guilin and Longsheng (approx 4.5 hrs). Pack an overnight bag for our two night stay here as we leave our main luggage at the train station to pick up again on our return.

The Longji region has some of the most extensive rice terraces you'll ever see. These terraces change with the seasons: filled with water from the mountains before planting, becoming green during the growing season and then golden when the rice is ready for harvest.

Hike through the terraces to visit local hilltribe communities and learn about village life. Expect to walk around 5 hours on our second day here although actual trekking times will depend on the location of our accommodation and the fitness of the group.

It can be tough going for some, with many uphill stretches and some very slippery paths, so you'll need footwear with good grip and plenty of stamina. If you are especially active, each village has plenty of paths to stunning viewpoints for you to explore independently in the morning or early evening.

In Longji, we stay in local guesthouses.

Bus back to Guilin (approx 3 hrs), where you may have some free time to explore.

Take an overnight hard sleeper train to Shenzhen - gateway to Hong Kong (approx 13 hrs).

Included Activities

Rice terraces hike

Accommodation

Guesthouse (2 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

We travel by public bus to the Longji region via Guilin and Longsheng (approx 4.5 hrs). Pack an overnight bag for our two night stay here as we leave our main luggage at the train station to pick up again on our return.

The Longji region has some of the most extensive rice terraces you'll ever see. These terraces change with the seasons: filled with water from the mountains before planting, becoming green during the growing season and then golden when the rice is ready for harvest.

Hike through the terraces to visit local hilltribe communities and learn about village life. Expect to walk around 5 hours on our second day here although actual trekking times will depend on the location of our accommodation and the fitness of the group.

It can be tough going for some, with many uphill stretches and some very slippery paths, so you'll need footwear with good grip and plenty of stamina. If you are especially active, each village has plenty of paths to stunning viewpoints for you to explore independently in the morning or early evening.

In Longji, we stay in local guesthouses.

Bus back to Guilin (approx 3 hrs), where you may have some free time to explore.

Take an overnight hard sleeper train to Shenzhen - gateway to Hong Kong (approx 13 hrs).

Included Activities

Rice terraces hike

Accommodation

Guesthouse (2 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

We travel by public bus to the Longji region via Guilin and Longsheng (approx 4.5 hrs). Pack an overnight bag for our two night stay here as we leave our main luggage at the train station to pick up again on our return.

The Longji region has some of the most extensive rice terraces you'll ever see. These terraces change with the seasons: filled with water from the mountains before planting, becoming green during the growing season and then golden when the rice is ready for harvest.

Hike through the terraces to visit local hilltribe communities and learn about village life. Expect to walk around 5 hours on our second day here although actual trekking times will depend on the location of our accommodation and the fitness of the group.

It can be tough going for some, with many uphill stretches and some very slippery paths, so you'll need footwear with good grip and plenty of stamina. If you are especially active, each village has plenty of paths to stunning viewpoints for you to explore independently in the morning or early evening.

In Longji, we stay in local guesthouses.

Bus back to Guilin (approx 3 hrs), where you may have some free time to explore.

Take an overnight hard sleeper train to Shenzhen - gateway to Hong Kong (approx 13 hrs).

Included Activities

Rice terraces hike

Accommodation

Guesthouse (2 nts), Overnight sleeper train (1 nt)

The China-Hong Kong border is busy, so there can often be a bit of a wait to get through and a lot of patience required. On average, it takes around 2 hours to clear immigration and customs on both sides. You'll need to carry your bags with you during this time.

First you need to walk the short distance from the train station to the border, go through procedures to exit China, then to enter Hong Kong. Once all that's done, travel on the KCR train to central Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is a wonderful city to explore. Some things you might want to experience here include:

Take a scenic journey around the islands of Hong Kong on the famous passenger ferry service, the Star Ferry.

Venture up to the top of Victoria Peak for a bird's eye view.

Watch the harbour's spectacular light show - a stunning spectacle of coloured lights, laser beams and searchlights synchronised to music and narration that celebrates the energy, spirit and diversity of Hong Kong.

There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart our accommodation at any time. Please check the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage possibilities.

Optional Activities

Culture Museum, Hong Kong - HKD10.00

Disneyland, Hong Kong - HKD399.00

History Museum, Hong Kong - HKD10.00

Light show, Hong Kong - Free

Ngong Ping 360 cable car round trip, Hong Kong - HKD125.00

Ocean Park, Hong Kong - HKD185.00

Peak tram, Hong Kong - HKD30.00

Science Museum, Hong Kong - HKD25.00

Space Museum, Hong Kong - HKD10.00

Star Ferry, Hong Kong - HKD15.00

Victoria Peak, Hong Kong - HKD30.00

Accommodation

Hotel (1 nt)

The China-Hong Kong border is busy, so there can often be a bit of a wait to get through and a lot of patience required. On average, it takes around 2 hours to clear immigration and customs on both sides. You'll need to carry your bags with you during this time.

First you need to walk the short distance from the train station to the border, go through procedures to exit China, then to enter Hong Kong. Once all that's done, travel on the KCR train to central Hong Kong.

Hong Kong is a wonderful city to explore. Some things you might want to experience here include:

Take a scenic journey around the islands of Hong Kong on the famous passenger ferry service, the Star Ferry.

Venture up to the top of Victoria Peak for a bird's eye view.

Watch the harbour's spectacular light show - a stunning spectacle of coloured lights, laser beams and searchlights synchronised to music and narration that celebrates the energy, spirit and diversity of Hong Kong.

There are no activities planned for the final day and you are able to depart our accommodation at any time. Please check the 'Finishing Point Hotel' section for checkout times and luggage storage possibilities.

Optional Activities

Culture Museum, Hong Kong - HKD10.00

Disneyland, Hong Kong - HKD399.00

History Museum, Hong Kong - HKD10.00

Light show, Hong Kong - Free

Ngong Ping 360 cable car round trip, Hong Kong - HKD125.00

Ocean Park, Hong Kong - HKD185.00

Peak tram, Hong Kong - HKD30.00

Science Museum, Hong Kong - HKD25.00

Space Museum, Hong Kong - HKD10.00

Star Ferry, Hong Kong - HKD15.00

Victoria Peak, Hong Kong - HKD30.00

Accommodation

Hotel (1 nt)

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Key: (B) = Breakfast, (L) = Lunch, (D) = Dinner