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Hong Kong is a destination overflowing with world-class dining, stunning urban scenery, rich culture and history, outdoor adventure and endless shopping opportunities. During this 7-day city stay explore what makes this city so special, from brand name shopping on Nathan Road to haggling over bargains in the Night Markets, from Michelin star restaurants to yum cha with the locals, Hong Kong is sure to delight and excite. Visits to awe-inspiring sites such as Victoria Peak and the Big Buddha on Lantau Island are sure to leave many indelible memories, to go with the new souvenirs!
Return economy international flights from Adelaide with Cathay Pacific*
6 nights superior accommodation
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
14 meals
Sightseeing per itinerary with applicable fees
Escorted from Adelaide with a Phil Hoffmann Travel representative
Services of local professional Engliish speaking driver and guides
Pre departure function in Adelaide, and tour documentation
Bonus $50 pp discount or wheel-aboard suitcase (1 per booking). Discount only available from cities other than Adelaide.
*Conditions apply: Departures from other capital cities available and may incur costs. If travelling from other capital cities, you will meet the tour host at the first hotel.
Depart Australia for Hong Kong. Stay: Holiday Inn Golden Mile* - 6 nights
Day 2: Monday 22 November 2027
Depart the hotel for an orientation tour of Hong Kong. First stop is a ride up to Victoria Peak on the iconic Peak Tram, Asia’s oldest funicular opened in 1888. Enjoy sweeping views of Hong Kong city and harbour from the 552m viewing area. Next stop is Aberdeen fishing village. The waterfront community is known for its floating village of boat dwellers, sampans, seafood markets and harbour views. After a sampan boat ride, pass through Repulse Bay on the way to the Stanley Market, known for its laid back open air stalls, boutiques, cafes and sea views. After a Chinese lunch, return to the hotel for some free time. This evening transfer to the Michelin starred Tim Ho Wan Restaurant for a Dim Sum dinner. (B,L,D)
Day 3: Tuesday 23 November 2027
Enjoy some free time this morning to explore Hong Kong at your own pace. Early afternoon transfer to the West Kowloon Cultural District for a visit to the Hong Kong Palace Museum. The museum was officially opened in 2022 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the handover of Hong Kong, and displays many artifacts belonging to the Chinese government’s nationals Palace Museum at the Forbidden City in Beijing. Later return to the hotel for an included dinner. (B,D)
Day 4: Wednesday 24 November 2027 This morning transfer to Lantau Island, the largest outlying island in Hong Kong. Enjoy a cable car ride to the Ngong Ping plateau and continue to Tai O village. Tai O is well known for its charming waterfront stilt homes clustered along a network of canals. The homes are connected by a maze of wooden bridges and boardwalks, and the local population live on, and make their living from, the ocean. Return to the Ngong Ping plateau for a vegetarian lunch at the Po Lin Monastery before spending some time exploring the surrounding village and its most recognisable landmark, The Big Buddha. The 35 metre tall bronze sculpture weights approximately 250 tons and takes a climb of 268 steps to reach its base. Continue back to Kowloon and the famous Ladies Market, the most iconic market in Hong Kong that attracts millions of visitors annually. Try out your bargaining skills as you haggle over ladies clothing and accessories, electronics, souvenirs and more. Enjoy a local Chinese dinner before returning to the hotel for the evening. (B,L,D)
Day 5: Thursday 25 November 2027 Today enjoy a sightseeing tour of Kowloon, a vibrant and densely populated urban area on the mainland. It is a major hub for tourism, shopping and culture, known for iconic spots like Tsim Sha Tsui, Nathan Road, Temple Street Night Market and the Avenue of Stars along Victoria Harbour. Visit the Wong Tai Sin Temple, known for its stunning architecture and unique fortune-telling traditions. Continue on to Nathan Road, the main thoroughfare through Hong Kong. It is lined with shops and restaurants and attracts many locals and visitors daily. Next explore the Chi Lin Nunnery complex and its serene atmosphere. The nunnery was constructed in the Tang-dynasty architecture style and built entirely without nails. Visit the Goldfish market, a 300 metre stretch of street in the Mong Kok area where locals flock to see goldfish – a symbol of good luck. Lastly visit the Flower Market, trading for over 130 years and now containing more than 100 shops across 4 streets. After lunch at a local restaurant transfer back to the hotel and enjoy some free time. This evening visit the Avenue of Stars along the Hong Kong Harbour. Modelled on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the Avenue honours the stars of Hong Kong’s film industry. Later board a cruise ship for a 45 minute sunset cruise and see the city light up around you from the water. Enjoy a Chinese dinner before boarding an Open Top Bus ride along the Kowloon Peninsula, stopping off at the Temple Street Night Market with food sampling. (B,L,D)
Day 6: Friday 26 November 2027 Depart the hotel this morning and transfer to the local wharf for a ferry ride to Macau, an autonomous region on the south coast of China. A Portuguese territory until 1999, it reflects a mix of cultural influences. A tour of Macau will begin with the ruins of St Paul Church, a 17th century church in the historic centre of Macau, now listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the Na Tcha Temple, erected in 1888 in the belief it would end a plague ravaging the region at the time. The tour continues to the Museum of Macau and the Mount Fortress, constructed between 1617 and 1626 to protect the Portuguese from pirates. Next is a visit to Senado Square, lined with European styled buildings, many of which are protected monuments. Visit Tai Pa Village, a few minutes walk from the casino strip. The area is one of the best-preserved in the city, offering visitors a chance to explore Macau’s unique cultural heritage through its historic buildings, museums, galleries, restaurants and shops. Enjoy some time at the Venetian casino complex, modelled after its sister property in Las Vegas, before a Portuguese dinner. Later take the ferry back to Hong Kong. (B,D)
Day 7: Saturday 27 November 2027 After breakfast check out of the hotel with your luggage. Embark on a foodie tour through the Yau Ma Tei neighbourhood with food sampling. The tour will include visits to a Hong Kong style café, bakery stores and traditional Hong Kong snack shops. After the foodie tour transfer to the Tung Chung Citygate Outlet s Mall for some last minute shopping. Later continue to Hong Kong Airport for the flight back to Australia. (B)
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Group tour booking conditions
Tour Changes
We endeavor to provide an accurate itinerary. However, local operators, hotels and airlines sometimes change arrangements, and our itinerary would then be adjusted to suit however, the same standard will always be used.
Not Included on tour
Travel insurance; tips / gratuities for tour guides and drivers and any touring and dining; items of a personal nature eg drinks, laundry, phone calls, meals other than those indicated, additional sightseeing or optional tours; extensions/stopovers/amendments; additional flight cost from other cities if applicable, arrival and departure transfers at destination/s when not arriving/departing on group flights/dates.
Reservations
A deposit of $400 per person is required within 7 days of confirmation of your booking. the final balance due no later than 1 August 2027. If a booking is made after this date, the full tour price is due at the time of confirmation. Prices are subject to change at any time until full payment has been received for the entire group and tickets have been issued.
Booking Forms and Booking Conditions
You are required to complete some forms when booking which provide essential information we require to process your booking. Your consultant will provide you with all relevant forms.
Passport & Visas
It is necessary for all passengers to be in possession of a valid passport which has at least 6 months validity beyond your return into Australia. Visas are not required for Australian passport holders.
Minimum Numbers
Group fares quoted for this tour are subject to a minimum of 15 paying and maximum 30 passengers travelling together. Phil Hoffmann Travel reserves the right to increase the tour price or cancel the tour should the numbers travelling not meet the required minimum.
Tour Escort
Escort travels when minimum numbers of 15 are reached.
Price Alterations
Tour prices specified are based on airfares, taxes and land arrangement tariffs applicable at the time of printing, therefore they may be subject to alteration with or without prior notice until the final payment date, as per brochure final payment date.
Extensions/stopovers
An amendment fee may apply for any changes to group flight arrangements. You may also need to pay any additional applicable taxes.
Group Flights – Seat Selection
For seat selection, please ensure that requests are submitted in advance to secure preferred seating arrangements. Availability is subject to the airline’s policies, and additional charges may apply for specific seat preferences. If you have any special seating requirements, such as extra legroom, aisle seats, or assistance-related seating, please notify us as soon as possible. We will coordinate with the airline to accommodate your request
Special Assistance
To ensure a smooth travel experience, all wheelchairs and walking aids must be provided to the Groups Department team for coordination with the airline. Kindly ensure the following details are submitted:
• Brand of the wheelchair or walking aid
• A clear photo of the item
• Weight of the item
• Dimensions (Height, Width, Depth)
Amendments/changes
There may be fees charged per amendment by third party suppliers for any reservation changes after your booking is confirmed.
Twin share Room Match Policy
In the event of a cancellation for a twin share room match, the travelling passenger may be required to pay for a single room supplement cost, which will not be covered under their travel insurance policy. Similarly, if a traveler decides whilst travelling that they do not want to share any longer, they will be required to pay the full costs for a single room.
Refunds/Credits
No refund is available in respect of any sightseeing tours, accommodation, meals or any other services not utilised or required during this tour. No refund is available for cancellations after the tour has commenced.
Cancellations
Cancellations of firm bookings will be subject to $400 per person service fee plus any charges imposed by principals involved in operating the tour. Therefore, the cancellation fee may be up to the total cost for land and/or airfares. Cancelled bookings are non-transferable.
Baggage
Please refer to individual airline tickets for the baggage allowance for your flights. Airlines may charge you for baggage in excess of these allowances, which will be at passenger’s expense. Whilst on tour one main bag and 1 piece of hand luggage per person is allowed.
Medical Advice
It is wise to seek medical advice before travelling from a travel specialist doctor, or from your own GP. Travellers must meet Phil Hoffmann Travel ’Statement of Fitness’ standards to participate.
Insurance
Insurance is compulsory for cover against loss of deposit and loss of airfares, personal accident, medical cover etc. If you have an ongoing medical condition, you may be required to complete a pre-existing medical form. If you are over 70 years of age, you are required to complete a senior’s medical form. Your consultant will provide all the details.
Children
Participants must be over the age of 15.
Responsibility
Phil Hoffmann Travel reserves the right to alter or omit any part of the itinerary or change of reservation, features and/or means of conveyance without any notice and for any reason whatsoever. Phil Hoffmann Travel does not accept liability for failure on the part of transportation companies, hotel contractors and other principals whose responsibility is confined to their own operations. Phil Hoffmann Travel reserves the right to alter hotels used should the necessity arise. The transportation companies or firms shall be exempt from all liabilities in respect of any detention, delay, loss, damage, sickness or injury and by whom so ever caused and whatever kind occurring of or to the passenger at any time when the passenger is not on board a conveyance used or operated by the transportation companies or firms.
We reserve the right to take any reasonable action should your health, actions or behaviors impinge on the rights, welfare or enjoyment of other passengers. Phil Hoffmann Travel reserves the right to cancel or withdraw any person as a member of the tour at any time.
All ticket coupons and orders are furnished and issued subject in all respects to those terms and conditions under which the means of transportation or other services provided thereby are offered or supplied by the owners, operators, public carriers, management agents or agents.
The Phil Hoffmann Schedule of Professionalism applies.
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