5-Day Hong Kong Colonial Charm and Guangzhou Cantonese Culture

• Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees Hong Kong or hotel of similar caliber 
• None

Your English-speaking guide will greet you at the arrivals hall and escort you directly to your hotel. Check in and take some time to recover from any jet lag.

• Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees Hong Kong or hotel of similar caliber
• Breakfast

Half-Day Tour of Victoria Peak, Aberdeen, and Repulse Bay (meals not included): Your Hong Kong guide will pick you up from the hotel for a tour lasting up to five hours. Hong Kong, with its unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures, is an exciting travel destination.

This half-day excursion will take you to one of Hong Kong's most popular attractions—Victoria Peak. You'll ride the 112-year-old Peak Tram and visit the iconic Peak Tower. Next, you'll head to Aberdeen Harbour, famous for its community of fishermen living on boats. You have the option to take a sampan ride for $10-12 to experience this distinctive lifestyle. The final stop is Repulse Bay, one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious and upscale residential areas. 

• voco Guangzhou Shifu or hotel of similar caliber
• Breakfast, Lunch

Today, you will journey to Guangzhou by train. The guide and driver will meet you at the hotel at the appointed time and drive you to the West Kowloon Railway Station, where you will board the high-speed train to Guangzhou. 

Upon arrival at Guangzhou South Railway Station, your guide will greet you at the exit. Accompanied by your driver and guide, you will be transported to your hotel in Guangzhou. After check-in and a brief rest, you will begin today's excursion.  

Your first stop will be the Chen Ancestral Shrine, where you'll delve into the history of the Chen family. Built in 1867, the shrine is renowned for its exquisite craftsmanship and traditional Guangdong architectural design.

Lunch will be at a local restaurant in Guangzhou, where you'll savor authentic Cantonese cuisine.

Next, you'll visit the iconic Canton Tower, a 600-meter marvel situated at the convergence of the new axis and the Pearl River, offering unmatched panoramic views. You'll ascend to the 433-meter Star Observation Deck, renowned for its transparent glass floor corridor, allowing you to admire the city's beauty and capture breathtaking photographs.

After concluding today’s itinerary, the guide and driver will escort you back to the hotel, leaving you with the remainder of the day at your leisure.

• voco Guangzhou Shifu or hotel of similar caliber
• Breakfast, Lunch

At 8:30 AM, meet your guide and driver to begin your immersive day of learning Kung Fu and lion dancing in Foshan.

Start your journey at the Ip Man Residence, where you'll delve into the world of the Wing Chun master. Discover his life, martial arts legacy, and his legendary connection to Bruce Lee.

Next, follow a direct disciple of Ip Man to learn Wing Chun, mastering basic techniques like the straight punch, and experiencing the power and precision of Southern-style martial arts.

Today's lunch is arranged at a local restaurant in Foshan, where you will savor the region's specialty dishes.

After enjoying an authentic Foshan Cantonese lunch, you'll head to the Lion Dance Academy. There, you'll delve into local history and watch a live lion dance performance. Then, it will be your turn to lift the lion's head, follow the rhythm, and experience the enchanting allure of lion dancing!

Finally, we'll comfortably return you to your hotel in Guangzhou.

• Breakfast

Today, you will depart from Guangzhou. At the agreed time, the guide and driver will meet you at the hotel and drive you to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, where you will board your flight leaving Guangzhou.