5-Day Tour of the Twin Cities: Hong Kong and Shenzhen

This five-day journey will immerse you in the timeless harbor views of Hong Kong and the futuristic innovations of Shenzhen.

You'll ride the Peak Tram for panoramic vistas, then take the high-speed train to Shenzhen. Explore cultural landmarks at the Window of the World, experience driverless taxis and drone deliveries, visit the DJI flagship store, and witness the city's technological revolution firsthand before your departure.

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Highlights

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Tour Itinerary

DAY 1Arrival in Hong Kong and Transfer to Hotel
  • Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees Hong Kong or hotel of similar caliber 4-star hotel
  • 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.

The guide with a flag bearing the China Travel logo
The guide with a flag bearing the China Travel logo
DAY 2 Half-Day Hong Kong Island Tour
  • Harbour Plaza 8 Degrees Hong Kong or hotel of similar caliber 4-star hotel
  • 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. 

Victoria Peak
Victoria Peak
DAY 3From Hong Kong to Shenzhen by high-speed train, An Insight into Shenzhen's Reform and Opening-Up
  • Hyatt Place Shenzhen Dongmen or hotel of similar caliber 4-star hotel
  • Breakfast, Lunch

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

Our journey begins at the Fishermen’s Village History Museum, where historical photographs and artifacts narrate the story of Shenzhen's first "Ten Thousand Yuan Village" highlighting Deng Xiaoping's landmark visit in 1984.

Fishermen’s Village History Museum
Fishermen’s Village History Museum

Next, we'll ascend to Lianhua Mountain Park to visit the statue of Deng Xiaoping, symbolizing his contributions to establishing Shenzhen as an economic special zone. From the summit, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Futian CBD.

the statue of Deng Xiaoping
Statue of Deng Xiaoping

Afterward, we'll explore the Shenzhen Reform and Opening-Up Exhibition Hall to learn about the city's transformation across four pivotal periods.

Finally, we'll head to the "Eye of Shenzhen" at Gangxia North Metro Station, then take the metro to the renowned Huaqiangbei Electronics Market (one stop on Line 2). You'll have the opportunity to explore a myriad of products and take on the fun challenge of finding and purchasing the most stylish phone case for $2.

Eye of Shenzhen
Eye of Shenzhen

The guide will arrange lunch based on the day's itinerary and recommend local specialty dishes tailored to your taste preferences.

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.

DAY 4 Nanshan High-Tech Experiences, No.1 Route In The Greater Bay Area
  • Hyatt Place Shenzhen Dongmen or hotel of similar caliber 4-star hotel
  • Breakfast, Lunch

Today promises to be a high-tech marvel. After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, your guide and driver will take you to the DJI flagship store. There, you'll explore DJI's development journey and its pivotal role in the future of the "low-altitude economy."

DJI flagship store
DJI flagship store

Subsequently, you'll board a PonyPilot autonomous taxi from Shenzhen Bay Park subway station, experiencing a futuristic ride with only a large screen at the front instead of a driver. Upon arrival, you can explore the Shenzhen Talent Park and admire the city's magnificent modern skyline, featuring the iconic "Spring Bamboo" Tower.

PonyPilot autonomous taxi
PonyPilot autonomous taxi

Embrace cutting-edge technology by choosing either a drone meal delivery service or savoring coffee crafted by a humanoid robot barista.

The tour guide will select a restaurant for lunch based on the day's schedule and arrange for local delicacies tailored to your preferences.  

After lunch, the guide and driver will take you by car to the Shekou Cruise Homeport, where you'll board a cruise to tour the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. The entire journey takes approximately 180 minutes, during which you'll cross the bridge twice. Along the way, you can admire the magnificent Qingzhou Strait, the picturesque Lingding Island (an artificial island on the western side of the bridge), and the enchanting views of Shekou Port.

Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge
Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge

Upon concluding the cruise tour, we will escort you back to your hotel.

DAY 5 Depart by plane from Shenzhen Airport
  • Breakfast

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

What's Included

Price is based on a 2-person tour with 4-star hotels in low season.

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