General Tours > Beijing and Hong Kong

Beijing and Hong Kong
8 Days starting from $1,899

Countries Visited:
China, Hong Kong

 

Length: 8 Days
Type: Independent Travel
Category: Privately Guided
Operator: General Tours
Tour Code: GT-283
   
 
About This Tour


Our Privately-Guided Journey… is the best way to explore these two fascinating cities. Touring with your own personal car, driver and guide affords the luxury of sightseeing at a pace that’s right for you. Enjoy deeper, more rewarding engagement with our expert guide, and the flexibility to pursue your own passions. We promise a superior vacation and unmatched value with our terrific hotels and in-depth sightseeing.

 
  • What's Included
  • Itinerary
  • Dates & Prices
  • Sightseeing Highlights

The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
  • Unmatched value with 9 meals, luggage handling, internal flights and expertly-guided private car sightseeing Tailor this vacation with the hotels that are right for you… Our first class, deluxe, and luxury hotels are handpicked for great service and ideal locations See the amazing 2008 Olympic venues, including the futuristic Water Cube – where Americans won Gold Explore Beijing’s unique hutongs, where the rhythms of daily life surround you Our special Chinese New Year departures promise exciting festivities, including fireworks and VIP tickets for Hong Kong’s New Year’s Parade 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites#WHS#

HOTEL INFORMATION:

Hotel Nikko New Century Beijing
Hotel Class: First Class
The Beijing New Century Hotel is an internationally managed five-star luxury hotel located in Beijing's flourishing western business district. The 720 rooms include high-speed internet access, satellite television and mini-bar. Onsite, the property features bar and restaurant and fitness center and sauna. Travelers love the Nikko’s great location and comfortable guestrooms.

Jianguo Hotel
Hotel Class: Superior First Class
The Jianguo Hotel in Beijing is the first international hotel in China since 1982, and the only garden hotel in Beijing. The hotel is situated at the diplomatic quarter of Beijing, but it is walking distance from the metro and the Silk Street Market. All guest rooms have air-conditioning, voicemail, telephone, cable TV, and mini-bar. Other hotel amenities include indoor heated pool, sauna, and fitness room.

The Peninsula Beijing
Hotel Class: Luxury
The Peninsula Beijing has an imposing, traditional Chinese architectural-style exterior, integrated with luxurious, modern hotel amenities and facilities. Ideally located in the center of Beijing, The Peninsula Beijing is just a short stroll from Beijing's Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and is within easy access of Beijing Railway Station. The hotel offers 525 guest rooms complete with air conditioning, plasma television, internet access and lighting control. Featuring two of the finest and most innovative restaurants in Beijing, Jing, a "modern meets Asian" restaurant, and the brand new Huang Ting, offering exquisite Cantonese cuisine, the hotel has set new standards of service in China. The Peninsula Beijing offers a range of fitness facilities that includes a fully equipped Fitness Center, a heated swimming pool, steam rooms, saunas, as well as massage and beauty treatments. The hotel also features the most prestigious shopping arcade in Beijing with 50 exclusive designer boutiques.

Regal Kowloon
Hotel Class: First Class
Located in Tsimshatsui East, the Regal Kowloon Hotel is settled in the renowned commercial and entertainment district. The hotel offers guests a wide variety of cuisine, entertainment, and activities. Guests can also explore the city, enjoying cultural experiences and shopping. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, telephone, satellite TV, minibar, and internet.

Intercontinental Grand Stanford
Hotel Class: Deluxe
InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong offers breathtaking views of Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour and is conveniently located in the shopping, business and entertainment districts of Tsim Sha Tsui East, in Kowloon. The 578 guest rooms all present harbour or vibrant street views and include satellite television, high-speed internet access, and in-room safe. Guests can enjoy the swimming pool, fitness center, Zanadu Health Spa and several dining options.

Shangri-La Kowloon Hotel
Hotel Class: Deluxe
Award-winning luxury hotel – the landmark on Tsim Shat Sui East’s waterfront with great views. All its 700 guest accommodations offer luxurious comfort and feature a floor-to-ceiling bay window commanding breathtaking harbour views or exciting city vistas and include internet access, in-room safe and satellite television. The property also includes a state-of-the-art fitness facility and a range of restaurants and bars.
 
Day 1 - Beijing, China
Check-in to your choice of city-center hotel, the first class Nikko, the deluxe Jianguo Hotel, or the luxury landmark Peninsula just steps from the Forbidden City.

Day 2 - Explore Beijing by Private Car
Your personal car, driver and guide await to show you the Imperial monuments of the capital. Stand in Tiananmen Square, one of the grandest public plazas in the world, and stroll through the courtyards and palaces of the Forbidden City#WHS# , once the exclusive enclave of Ming Dynasty Emperors. You’ll also visit the 15th century Temple of Heaven#WHS# and tour the pavilions of the resplendent Summer Palace#WHS#. Meals B,L

Day 3 - Beijing – Great Wall Excursion
Journey by private car into the rugged landscapes north of Beijing to visit one of the world’s most impressive defensive structures, the Great Wall of China#WHS#. As you walk atop this massive fortification, your expert guide will reveal the colorful history surrounding the construction of this ancient monument. Return to the city to marvel at the amazing venues of the Beijing Olympics, including the Bird’s Nest Stadium, site of the Opening Ceremonies. Then explore by rickshaw through a Beijing hutong, a maze of narrow alleys and traditional courtyard homes. Meet with a resident family and learn about life in this rapidly evolving city. Meals B,L

Day 4 - Beijing – Day at Leisure
Enjoy a full day to explore at your own pace. Your hotel’s convenient location makes it easy to shop, explore and sightsee as you wish. Meals B

Day 5 - Beijing / Hong Kong
Your car and driver will take you to the airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Upon arrival, a private car will whisk you to your choice of hotel, the first class Regal Kowloon, the deluxe InterContinental Grand Stanford, or the award-winning Kowloon Shangri-La, a luxury landmark with a privileged location on Hong Kong’s magnificent harbor. Meals B

Day 6 - Hong Kong Island Tour
Your private tour begins atop Victoria Peak, for breathtaking views of Hong Kong’s skyline set against a dramatic backdrop of water and sky. Continue on to scenic Repulse Bay, long a favorite of city residents, and on to Aberdeen, home to Hong Kong’s famed floating restaurants. Meals B

Day 7 - Hong Kong – Day at Leisure
Enjoy a full day free to explore and relax as you wish. Your hotel’s heart-of-it-all location promises easy access to sites, shopping, dining, transportation, and entertainment. Meals B

Day 8 - Hong Kong
Your program finishes this morning. Or, explore more of Asia with our FreeStyle Travel. Meals B


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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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The General Tours World Traveler Advantage
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