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Conference Hotels

Category

Room Type

Breakfast Rate

Room Rate per night

Caritas Oswald Cheung International House

3 Stars

Standard

Inclusive max. 2 breakfasts per room

HK$450

 

 

 

 

The Charterhouse

3 Stars

Superior

HK$85

HK$953

 

 

 

 

The Empire Hotel Hong Kong

3 Stars

Superior

HK$100

HK$825

 

 

 

 

The Island Pacific Hotel

3 Stars

Harbour View

HK$141

HK$803

 

 

 

 

Novotel Century Hong Kong

4 Stars

Standard

HK$110

HK$1,540

 

 

 

 

Renaissance Harbour View Hotel

4 Stars

Garden View

HK$180

HK$2,420

Harbour View

HK$180

HK$2,970

 

 

 

 

The Harbour View

3 Stars

Premier

HK$108

HK$1,100

 

 

 

 

 

 
     
   
     
     
  Tour Information  
     
   
 

Hong Kong Island Tour ( DT1)

Date Daily
Time 09:00 ¡V 13:00
Price HK$280 (US$36) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

Hong Kong was once a simple fishing village. Today, it is one of the world's most cosmopolitan cities where East truly meets West. Be amazed by this exciting City of Life with this half-day tour.


VICTORIA PEAK (BY TRAM)
Take the World's steepest funicular railway up the peak. The views of the harbour and the Kowloon Peninsula from this 428 meters vantage point are simple breathtaking and should not be missed.

ABERDEEN FISHING VILLAGE
Aberdeen Typhoon Shelter is an old traditional fishing village which is hard to find in any other parts of the World. You may gain a deeper insight of the lifestyle of Hong Kong fishing folks by riding on a sampan at your own expenses.? Moving on, a value-added prestigious jewellery factory visit is arranged where you can find the famous hand-crafted fine jewellery.

REPULSE BAY
En route visiting the most-visited beach on the southern part of HK is Repulse Bay, it is a popular summer escape for swimmers.

STANLEY MARKET
Stanley market is a Shoppers' Paradise where you can find a wide variety of souvenirs such as silk, garments, sportswear, Chinese artwork and accessories.

The Heritage Tour (DT2)

Date Daily
Time 09:00 ¡V 14:00
Price HK$360 (US$47) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

Hidden away among high-rise apartment towers and busy highways, the past lives on in the New Territories... a living museum shaped by the rise and development of the so-called five great clans of Hong Kong (the Tang, Hau, Pang, Liu and Man). Taking in historic sites around the new Territories, the Heritage Tour brings to life the customs and cultures of these clans and provides a fascinating glimpse of Hong Kong's rich heritage.


LO WAI WALLED VILLAGE & TANG CHUNG LING ANCESTRAL HALL
The first walled village built by the Tang clan. Today it remains the cradle of clan activities and houses the family's decedents. Nearby is the Tang's Ancestral Hall, built in the 16th century, for clan rituals & ancestor worship.

LAM TSUEN WISHING TREE
A big banyan tree that is popular among local villagers who come to burn joss sticks and make wishes under it.

MAN MO TEMPLE & TAI PO MARKET
A temple dedicated to the gods Man (Literature) and Mo (Martial Arts). Nearby is the Tai Po Market which used to be the trading ground of foods & goods around the New Territories and now is a thriving food market.

Ocean Park Tour (DT3)

Date Daily
Time 08:00 ¡V 16:00
Price HK$350 (US$45) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

Ocean Park Hong Kong is Asia's premier sea life and animal theme park. The Park features one of the largest aquariums (Atoll Reef) in the world and the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia. Other attractions includes exhibits of sea lions, dolphins, birds, and giant Pandas. In addition to the animals, a large assortment of thrill rides will provide a fun filled day for all visitors.

OCEAN PARK TOWER
Take advantage of this attraction to rise 72 meters above the highest point in the park
for spectacular views. As the cabin climbs and rotates 360 degrees slowly, see?
Aberdeen, Deep Water Bay the Repulse Bay from a bird's eye view.
CABLE CAR
A must for everyone is the cable car ride which spans the lowlands and headlands of
Ocean Park. For 12 to 15 minutes, view the southern shores from this, the most
popular attraction in the Park. 
OCEAN THEATRE
Home of a marine mammal show featuring the dolphins and sea lions of Ocean Park.
This is not to be missed. Experience the close interaction between these animals and
man.
THE HK JOCKEY CLUB - GIANT PANDA HABITAT¡@
Giant panda Le Le and Ying Ying are gifts from the Chinese Government to celebrate
the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR. From 1st July, 2007, An An,
Jia Jia, Le Le and Ying Ying will be living together at the new renovated Giant Panda
Habitat

Lantau Explorer Tour (DT4)

Date Daily
Time 09:00 - 17:00
Price HK$660 (US$85) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

Lantau is the biggest island in town which is one of the best place to get-away. You may have the opportunity to see the unique sub-species of the Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin on the cruise ride. After that, pay a visit to the quaint fishing village ¡V Tai O, where houses are on stilts. You can also go further up to the World's tallest outdoor bronze seated Buddha statue at the Po Lin Monastery.


 AVENUE OF STARS
The Avenue of Stars honours the film greats of Hong Kong. Visitors can walk amongst the stars on the walk of fame. The avenue also feature sculptures, movie industry milestones, souvenirs of sales, incredible views of Hong Kong famous skyline and more.

 CRUISE RIDE ON THE SOUTH CHINA SEA
Tour continues with a cruise ride on the South China Sea to see certain outlying islands of Hong Kong and a close-up view on flight departure from Hong Kong International Airport.

DOLPHIN WATCHING
If you are lucky enough, you can even see the pink dolphins, a unique sub-species of the Indo-Pacific Humpback Dolphin and are known¡Vand loved¡Vfor their pink colour. They are also the official mascot of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Dolphin availability is subjected to weather / climate conditions

TAI O FISHING VILLAGE
Tai O, also known as the " Venice of the East " was once the largest inhabited settlement on Lantau Island. The village's stilt houses on the waterfont, offer a glimpse into Hong Kong's past and provide a striking contrast with the modern city.

PO LIN MONASTERY
Known as the " Buddhist Kingdom in the South ", Hong Kong's Po Lin Monastery is the most popular Buddhist temple in Hong Kong. The Monastery oversees the giant bronze staue of the Sakyamuni Buddha. Enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch at the dining hall of the Monastery.

GIANT BUDDHA
The Buddha is 34 meters high, weighs 250 tonnes and is also the world¡¦s tallest outdoor bronze seated Buddha statue. One of the most renowned features inside is the relic of Sakyamuni, consisting of some of his alleged cremated remains

VEGETARIAN LUNCH AT PO LIN MONASTERY
The Chinese vegetarian cuisine is a tradition in food culture heritaged from ancient China. Po Lin Monastery is famous for providing high quality Buddhist vegetarian cuisine in Hong Kong. Nowadays, the chefs can prepare the vegetarian food with a taste similar to typical Chinese cuisine.

CHEUNG SHA BEACH
After visiting Po Lin Monastery, tour will be arranged by taking air-conditioned sightseeing coach to Mui Wo Ferry Terminal. En-routing through the Cheung Sha Beach of Lantau takes you to a beautiful Sun-kissed white beach.

SEAFOOD DINNER SUNSET CRUISE(Lei Yue Mun) (NT1)

Date Daily
Time 17:00 ¡V 22:00
Price HK$550 (US$71) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

A wonderful opportunity to experience the outstanding cuisine of Hong Kong along with a delightful cruise through the glittering harbour. After a superb dinner, now is your chance to meet with the locals and prove your bargaining skills in the amazing Temple Street night market.

HARBOUR CRUISE
The view of Hong Kong's glittering Victoria Harbour and skyline is simply breathtaking.
A leisurely harbour cruise is something not to be missed, one standard drink is served
on cruise (Distilled Water and Soft Drinks are available on the cruise).

LEI YUE MUN SEAFOOD VILLAGE ¡@
Take a leisure walk from harbour near the waterfront to the old village of Lei Yue Mun,
an off-the-beaten track destination adored by seafood aficionados. A superb seafood
dinner will be served.
AVENUE OF STARS
The Hollywood style Avenue of Stars features plaques for honoured movie celebrities on the
walk of fame. It also features milestones and sculptures about Hong Kong film industry, along
with kiosks selling souvenirs.
TEMPLE STREET
Hundreds of little stalls line this busy street. Carts bulge with goods from
casual clothing to mobile phones and watches. If you're lucky, you'll encounter
impromptu Chinese street opera performers and fortunetellers.

HIGHLIGHT OF THE NIGHT (NT2)

Date Daily
Time 17:00 ¡V 22:00
Price HK$550 (US$71) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

Ride the famous Peak Tram to the Victoria Peak to enjoy the stunning panoramic views of the bustling harbour and the city's skyscrapers, followed by a leisurely sunset cruise on Victoria Harbour with a gourmet dinner on board. End the tour by partying at Hong Kong's trendiest nightlife area.

THE VICTORIA PEAK (BY TRAM)
The fantastic sights of the bustling harbour, towering skyscrapers and peaceful green
hillsides will amaze everyone. The view of Victoria Harbour and the Kowloon Peninsula
beyond are best seen form a vantage point 428 metres above sea level ¡V the top of
Victoria Peak.
HARBOUR CRUISE BAUHINIA
Savor a sumptuous buffet dinner while a live band plays aboard the restaurant cruise liner -
Harbour Cruise Bauhinia. Dance the night away, or relax and enjoy a view of the glittering
city and the magnificent harbour
A SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS
A symphony of lights has been awarded the world's "Largest Permanent Light and Sound
Show" by Guinness World Records. While having buffet on the cruise, you can see this
magnificent show over the Victoria Harbour. The show combines interactive lights of 43
key buildings on both Hong Kong Island and Kowloon with musical effects
LAN KWAI FONG
It is the most popular loose-tie, hair-down dining and entertainment area on Hong Kong
Island. The young and trendy flock to Lan Kwai Fong for a relaxing and friendly break.

 

Macau Tour (MC1)

Date Daily
Duration 10 hours
Time 08:00 ¡V 18:00
Price Weekdays: HK$800 (US$103) per person
  Weekends: HK$830 (US$107) per person
Pick Up Place Major Hotels

Same as Hong Kong, Macau is a place where the East meets West. In this tour, you will be shown the charm of the Chinese and Portuguese heritages embraced in arrays of modernized architecture.
After hotel pick up, transfer to Macau Ferry Terminal for departure to Macau. Upon arrival, city sightseeing begins by glimpsing the statue of Kun Iam which presides over the Macau waterfront. Then, move on to the landmark of Macau - Ruins of St. Paul's.

The Ruins of St. Paul's & Museum of Macau
This Roman Catholic Church was built in 1602 and burned by fire in 1835, Miraculously, fine art of carvings and statues can be seen on the surviving facade. The Museum of Macau, exhibits Macau's history, people and culture, emphasising the bi-culture of the place.

Macau Tower
Soar to a breathtaking 223M above ground and marvel at the panorama from the observation lounge. Gaze out over Taipa and Coloane - Look for Macau's landmarks and historical sites. Or try to spot Hong Kong's outlying islands.

Temple of A-Ma
The temple was built 400 years ago in homage to a girl who saved seamen's life. Macau was later named by the Portuguese settlers in mid-16th Century.

Casino
Casinos in Macau offer a large variety of casino games that give versatile entertainment to visitors. Try your luck!

Lotus Flower in Full Bloom
The lotus sculpture is dedicated by the State Council of China, symbolizes the everlasting prosperity of Macau.

 
     
   
     
     
     
     
     
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