Hong Kong Glimpses

2020 / 2021 Tour Dates & Prices

Private itineraries can run on any day of the week. To book this tour, please call us on 0808 274 8594

Hong Kong Glimpses - Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Hong Kong

Arrive in Hong Kong and transfer from the airport to your hotel, the famous skyline growing bigger and more impressive as you approach the city proper. The rest of the day is at leisure to begin your explorations.

Day 2 Hong Kong Tour

Fill up on a hearty breakfast before you enjoy a seat in coach half day Hong Kong Island city Tour. Start with a panoramic Peak Tram ride up to Victoria Peak for fantastic views of the harbour, towering skyscrapers and the city below. Passing the popular Repulse Bay Beach, continue to Aberdeen Fishing Village and take an optional sampan ride (at your own expense). The tour ends with a visit to Stanley Market. The rest of the day is free to continue your own explorations. (B)

Day 3 Depart Hong Kong

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out of the hotel. The rest of the day is free to spend as you wish before transferring back to Hong Kong airport. (B)

Useful Information

Visas

Everyone needs a visa to travel to China, and this visa should be arranged before you travel. Your visa is included in the price of your holiday, and when it comes to organising it, our visa team will be on hand to help you with any questions or queries. Our step-by-step guide on completing your visa form is available on our website and we will comprehensively check your visa application form to make sure it meets the embassy guidelines. For those passengers travelling to the London visa centre, you will be met and assisted by a member of the Wendy Wu Tours team.

Communication

To call the UK the international access code is 0044. Out of hours is 0044 1888 288 288. Mobile phones are quite popular in China and you will find high quality coverage. SMS and call rates can be expensive: we recommend that you contact your mobile supplier for more details. Some of our hotels have WIFI in the rooms and some will only have it in the lobby. There may be additional charges. Many websites, including Google, Facebook and Twitter are banned and inaccessible in China. If you need to access your email via Gmail whilst in China, please use an alternative email account whilst in the country.

Tipping

Tipping while on holiday is common in most parts of the world and China is no exception. In order to avoid any inconvenience Wendy Wu Tours operates a tipping policy where a stated amount is given to your national escort at the beginning of your tour and tips are distributed to local guides and drivers throughout your tour. Yangtze cruise companies operate a service charge policy and this is paid separately when boarding the vessel. We indicate tipping amounts in your final documents for guidance.

Shopping

Shopping can be a fun and entertaining component to any travel adventure, and China has a vast array of shopping opportunities for those who love to seek out a bargain. In keeping with most people’s interests whilst on holiday, your tour will include a reasonable number of opportunities to shop for local goods and souvenirs. We have included visits to establishments that not only provide an opportunity to purchase a locally produced, great-value souvenir; but you’ll witness first-hand how these local products are made, their history and how they support the local economy.

Food

The cost of meals is included in your group tour cost. Breakfast is served in the hotel and includes western dishes. As is traditional in China, lunch and dinner consist of small dishes of local cuisine which are placed on a ‘Lazy Susan’ for everyone to share. If you would like to drink beer, soft drink or bottled water with your meals, payment is to be made directly to the restaurant staff. If you have booked a tour that does not include all meals, your local guides will be able to recommend where to eat. Any food/diet requests MUST be specified at the time of booking.

Accommodation

Wendy Wu Tours inspect all of our hotels to ensure they meet the high levels of service which we require for our guests. We pick the right hotel for the specific destination, meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Hotels in China are bound by Government laws which mean that air conditioning is switched on nationally in May and the central heating in November (this may vary slightly depending on the region).

Sample Tour Hotels

We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.

• Dorsett Wanchai

  Overlooking the Happy Valley Racecourse, this 4* hotel is centrally located on Hong Kong Island in the stylish district of Wan Chai. Sophisticated rooms come with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, mini fridges, and tea and coffee making facilities.

• Regal Kowloon Hotel

  Conveniently located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong's renowned commercial and entertainment district, the Regal Kowloon Hotel is a sleek and refined establishment ideal for both leisure and business stops. This luxurious hotel offers gracefully furnished guestrooms with modern fittings and a variety of award winning food and drink from Cantonese & Sichuan cuisine to American Italian delights, international buffets and refreshing cocktails.

• Eaton, Hong Kong

  Conveniently located on the exciting Nathan Road, the Eaton is a fantastic choice of accommodation in Kowloon. With outdoor swimming pool, modern furnishings and a choice of dining options, the Eaton offers everything you could desire.

• Harbour Grand Kowloon

  The Harbour Grand Kowloon offers 555 well-appointed Hong Kong guest rooms and suites. The luxury rooms are brightly furnished with an emphasis on comfort and functionality and the majority of rooms feature outstanding harbour views. The Harbour Grand Kowloon’s distinctive feature is its unique location in the city, right on the Kowloon waterfront in the breezy Whampoa Garden district. It is just five minutes’ drive from MTR Hunghom Station and the bustling entertainment district of Tsim Sha Tsui, and is furthermore adjacent to the ferry piers linking to Hong Kong Island.

• Langham Hotel

  A recent beneficiary of a multimillion dollar transformation, the refreshed Langham Hotel is perfectly situated in the shopping district of Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon. All 98 rooms and suites are elegantly styled, complete with up to date modern facilities and designed primarily with space and a high level of comfort in mind. One of the highlights of the hotel is the three-Michelin starred T’ang Court Restaurant which serves the very best in authentic Cantonese cuisine. There are numerous other restaurants which serve a wide variety of lavish European and American styled dishes. In the evenings a popular place to wind down is the Artesian Bar, which serves the finest in-house infusions. Alternatively, you may want to enjoy a live music performance at The Langham Afternoon Tea at Palm Court.

• The Cityview

  Located in the heart of Yau Ma Tei, The Cityview sits adjacent to bustling Nathan Road. It has a cosy Cantonese restaurant, a casual cafe and an airy Thai eatery. Offering world-class green eco standards and attentive service, The Cityview will make you feel right at home