Bauhinia Cruises operates four boats, all of which started life as vehicular ferries. They have now been renovated and modernised into bright and colourful cruise boats. On arrival at North Point Ferry Pier, board the Bauhinia and relax while absorbing nature’s free show — a spectacular sunset.

Help yourself to a delicious buffet dinner while the boat cruises through the harbour passing alongside famed areas, including Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, Wanchai, Causeway Bay and North Point. A live band will play on the boat adding to the vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere.

From the water, you have uninterrupted 360-degree views of Hong Kong Island, Victoria Peak and the Kowloon skyline as the Symphony of Lights show unfolds around you. From the open deck, you will be able to watch the spectacular display of dancing laser beams bouncing off skyscrapers on both sides of the harbour.

The entire cruise takes approximately two hours to complete and it is a memorable evening out for all ages. The seat-in-coach tour provides return transfers between the hotel and the boat pier. For the private cruise, no transfers are included.

The guide and driver will collect you from the hotel and take you to Victoria Peak, the highest hill on Hong Kong Island. This renowned peak is only 552 metres-high, but it provides a bird’s-eye view of Victoria Harbour, the Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island. Looking down onto the tops of skyscrapers is an incredible sight. To reach the Peak, there is the option to take the 100-year-old Peak Tram, one of the world’s oldest funicular railways that dates back to 1888. The ascent is so steep that the buildings you glide past appear to tilt at impossible angles.

You will also visit Repulse Bay, a well-to-do residential area with a relaxed, resort-like atmosphere. The wide beach is popular with residents and it is great for sandy strolls. You will see the Life Guard Club built in a traditional Chinese style and featuring statues of Kwun Yum and Tin Hau – the traditional protectors of fishermen.

The tour continues to Aberdeen Fishing Village, home to hundreds of boat people living on fishing junks. The picturesque harbour that is full of yachts, sampans, junks and houseboats is framed by a modern high-rise community. There is the option to take a 20-minute sampan ride to get a close-up look at the traditional lifestyle of the floating fishing community. Lunch is not included during this tour however your guide for the morning certainly can make some suggestions.

At the end of the tour, the driver will take you back to the hotel.

The guide and driver will collect you from the hotel and take you to the start of this visionary tour. You will start at one of the viewpoints, located high on the island of Kowloon. Look out over the scenic splendour of Victoria Harbour and the runway of the old Kai Tak Airport. The guide will explain how the harbour, the hills flanking Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong’s highest mountain, Tai Mo Shan, all work together to bring good Feng Shui to the area.

The principles of Feng Shui also flourish amid downtown modernity where high-tech towers obey the building codes of this age-old belief. At the harbour front of the Admiralty in the central district, home to the new headquarters of Hong Kong’s government offices, you will find out more about this area from a Feng Shui perspective. In the Wanchai area, you will visit Nine Dragons Wall which is believed to suppress negative influences on the surroundings.

A short ride will take you to Statue Square in Central, Hong Kong’s main commercial and financial district. Here, you can view some of Hong Kong’s most contemporary buildings, including the Bank of China, Standard Chartered Bank and Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC). The knowledgeable guide will explain why the site of the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation is known in Feng Shui terms as ‘a dragon’s den’.

At the end of this insightful tour, the driver will take you back to the hotel.

The driver will meet you at the hotel and take you to Hong Kong Disneyland on Lantau Island. Tickets in hand, get ready for a day of enjoyment with your beloved Disney characters and plenty of thrilling rides. It is advisable to scope out the seven themed lands to see which appeals to you most. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants (payable locally) when you need to refuel or just want to catch your breath.

Superheroes should not miss the Marvel Experience! Wearing a pair of StarkVision glasses, take a thrilling virtual aerial tour of the city and the Hong Kong Stark Tower with Tony Stark. Team up with Ant-Man and The Wasp to help fight off an invasion by Swarmbots!
Visit the Castle of Magical Dreams and take a deep dive into a fantasy world which was inspired by 13 Disney tales. Enjoy a glamourous encounter with princesses and queens and pose for selfies with your favourite characters.

Hop over to Mystic Manor, a Hong Kong-exclusive attraction, and ride through an enchanted museum and animated galleries filled with exotic artifacts where everything comes to life! Looking for a stimulating experience? Thrill-seekers can make their way over to Big Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars and RC Racer to test their limits.

Wannabe princesses can have a head-to-toe royal makeover at the Storybook Shoppe, Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, where the Fairy Godmother-in-training will get the little ones fitted out in a princess costume of choice, style their hair, apply some shimmery makeup and do a perfect manicure. Kids who prefer a more action-packed, hands-on experience could opt for Jedi training and a battle against Darth Vader at Tomorrowland.

Whatever you decide, you know it is going to be so much fun! At the end of the day, the driver will take you back to the hotel.

At approximately 6pm, the guide will meet you at your hotel. You will take the subway to Causeway Station and then walk to Hong Kong Jockey Club at Happy Valley. Your ticket includes access to the public stand and the racing will start at approximately 7pm. Happy Valley Racecourse was built in 1845 to provide horse racing for British expats living in Hong Kong. At that time, the area was swampland, but on such a hilly island, it was the only flat ground suitable for horse racing. Before the racing starts, you will receive a tutorial to get you race-ready and fully immersed in the racing atmosphere. As the horse racing action begins, you can soak up the electric atmosphere and cheer on your favourite horses.

When the racing is over, you will take the subway to Jordan Street for a visit to Temple Street Night Market. Hong Kong’s liveliest market covers several streets and sells everything from clothes and watches to handicrafts and art works. There are plenty of street food stalls and you may even see Chinese opera singers and fortune tellers.

At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel by public transport, or you can opt to remain at the market at your leisure.

At 8.30 am, you will be met by your guide at the hotel and taken to the MTR subway to catch a train to Shau Kei Wan on Hong Kong Island. Before the start of the hike, there is time to stroll through a lively wet market to gain an insight into local life.

Then board a public bus to the starting point of the hike. This easy 7 km, two-hour trek through lush countryside and mountainous terrain offers a great way to see the other side of Hong Kong away from the skyscrapers. Take in the stunning views of Shek O Beach, Tai Long Wan (Big Wave Bay), the seaside village of Stanley, Tai Tam district and the South China Sea. There are plenty of sightseeing points where you can relax for a few minutes while taking the best photos.

After completing the trail and conquering the Dragon’s Back, you will return to the hotel by public transport.

Please note: The option exists to spend time at Shek O Beach. The guide will facilitate this and those who opt for this option can make their own way back to the hotel at leisure.

After meeting the guide at your hotel, take the MTR subway to the Central district. Wander through this dynamic area gazing up at heritage buildings, colonial landmarks, elaborate churches and soaring glass and steel financial towers.

You will then take a walk to Admiralty for an unforgettable ride up Victoria Peak on the Peak Tram, one of the world’s oldest funicular railways that dates back to 1888. The ascent is so steep that the buildings you glide past appear to tilt at impossible angles. At 400 metres above sea level, Victoria Peak is the highest point on the island. The summit provides a stunning bird’s-eye view of Victoria Harbour, the Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island sprawling below.

A double-decker public bus will transport you back into the city, followed by a tram ride to Sheung Wan district. A unique feature here is the escalator, once ranked the longest in the world. The covered stairway traverses an elevation of over 135 metres from bottom to top in the SoHo neighbourhood, home to restaurants, bars, nightclubs and art galleries.

At Hollywood Road, wander past curio and antique shops selling pottery, jewellery, ornaments, coins and carvings. After all the walking, treat your achy feet to a rejuvenating 50-minute foot massage.

Our final stop of the tour is at a tea workshop to learn all about the different types of Chinese teas. After a refreshing cup of tea, you will return to your hotel.

In the morning, you will meet your guide and make your way to the pier to board a high-speed ferry to Macau. Upon arrival, clear immigration and transfer to the old city to start your discovery of some of Macau’s landmark UNESCO-listed monuments. Visit the Leal Senado building which served as the seat of the Portuguese rulers of Macau. Then move to Senado Square, surrounded by pastel-coloured neo-classical buildings that evoke a Mediterranean atmosphere.

At Lou Kau Mansion you can wander through the rich, intricate interiors and admire the combination of Portuguese and Chinese architecture. Built in 1889, this beautiful Cantonese-style mansion is named after its owner, a prominent Chinese merchant.

Photograph the 16th century Baroque-style Church of Saint Dominic and then head to the 17th century Ruins of St Paul, a Catholic church that was built in 1602 and burned down in 1835. Miraculously, fine carvings and statues can be seen on the surviving façade.

In contrast to the Catholic places of worship, visit the ornate Na Tcha Temple, dedicated to the deity Na Tcha, a legendary figure of China who looks like a child yet has magic powers.

Your final destination is Monte Fort which served as the historical military centre of Macau. If time permits, there is the opportunity to visit a casino ahead of returning to Hong Kong Island by the high-speed ferry.

In the morning, accompanied by the guide, set off to the MTR and take the subway to Tung Chung Station. The day’s exploration starts on a high with a ride on the Ngong Ping 360 cable car up to the Po Lin Monastery and the Big Buddha. The elevated journey reveals a sprawling land and seascape with views of the ocean, airport and undulating hills.

On reaching the peak, disembark and discover Hong Kong’s spiritual side. There is time to explore Po Lin Monastery featuring leafy courtyards and captivating architecture containing statues, scriptures, and other holy items. Admire the striking Tian Tan Buddha statue that looks out over Hong Kong Island. Informally known as Big Buddha, the majestic, bronze statue stands at 34 metres high and attracts visitors from across the globe. You can walk around the entire statue and soak up the panoramic views of the surrounding islands and the sea.

After a tasty vegetarian lunch at the monastery, jump onto a bus and journey to Tai O Village, an ancient fishing village set on the coastline. This small community of stilted houses built above the water oozes history and heritage and gives an insight into life in a traditional rural village.

After exploring the small alleyways and paths of the village, hop onto another bus to the bustling coastal town of Mui Wo. From here, you will board a public ferry for the cruise back to the hotel.

You will start your exploration at Pak Tai Temple which is dedicated to the Taoist god Pak Tai, who is known as the ‘Supreme Emperor of the Dark Heaven.’ Built in 1783, the temple’s layout includes traditional Chinese elements such as ceramic figurines on the roof ridges, murals containing auspicious motifs and stone lions in the forecourt.

Your adventure will also see you marvel at Cheung Chau Rock Carvings at Tung Wan Beach. These 3,000-year-old Bronze Age engravings are located near the water’s edge and feature intriguing geometric graphics and abstract animal images. They were stumbled upon by a geologist in 1970. Tung Wan beach is the most popular of the beaches with many snack bars and shops, and is one of the best areas for swimming, windsurfing and canoeing.

As you walk around the island, the guide will relate the history and stories behind the places you visit. As a typical fishing village, Cheung Chau is also known for its delicious seafood and there will be plenty of opportunities to stop and try out some local snacks.