PRIVATE LUXURY HONG KONG TOURS & BEYOND

Visitors to Hong Kong must hold a valid passport. Passports should be valid for at least one month after your planned departure date from Hong Kong. For some nationalities, this condition extends to six months. Nationals of most countries, including US, are not required to obtain visas for periods varying from seven days to 180 days, depending on nationality. 

For nationals who do not have exemption or those looking to obtain other types of visas (work, student, etc.), please refer to the Hong Kong Immigration website for details.  

Please note visas are required to enter Mainland China. While it is possible to apply for one while in Hong Kong (takes up to 5 working days), we strongly recommend obtaining your visa in advance in your country of residence. 

• New Year – Jan 1st Chinese New Year – January/ February (3 days)
• Easter (holidays on Good Friday, Easter Saturday and Easter Monday) – March/ April
• Ching Ming Festival – April
• Labour Day, Buddha’s Birthday – May
• Tuen Ng (Dragon Boat) Festival – June
• HKSAR Establishment Day – Jul 1st
• Mid-Autumn Festival – mid September
• Chinese National Day, Chung Yeung Festival – Oct 1st
• Christmas – Dec 25th and 26th

Airport departure taxes for international passengers are included in the price of air tickets.

Passengers are allowed 44 pounds and two pieces of luggage per person. Excess luggage fees will be charged if you check more than the stated allowances, and these charges are your responsibility.  Baggage carts at the airport are available free of charge.

Baggage carried on board is restricted to exceed 56cmx36cmx26cm.

Hong Kong’s climate is subtropical, with hot, humid summers that can reach temperatures of 95 F/35 C and humidity close to 100%. From May – October, typhoons with strong winds may occasionally occur. From October, temperatures drop to the cool 60s F/20s C. The coldest time of year is December-February. Clear, sunny days make October-November the best time to visit.

Hong Kong’s subtropical climate means you won’t be needing the winter woollies for most of the year. Loose-fitting cotton clothing generally fits the bill. The exception is from mid-December to February, when the mercury might fall to a mild 10^oC (50^oF). But even in the summer, it pays to bring along a light sweater – air-conditioning in most restaurants and cinemas is often turned up high. Rain showers are often during the rainy season (around May to September), so also be sure to pack a light waterproof jacket.

Hong Kong thrives on efficient telecommunications. Mobile phone is widely used and some hotels featured in our Hong Kong tours provide free use of mobile phones during guests’ stay.

International Direct Dialing is available in all hotels. Prepaid telephone cards are available in post offices, hotels and supermarkets for public phones. The country code for Hong Kong is (852).

Wifi is widely available throughout as well as hotels included in your Hong Kong vacation package, though charges may apply. 

Postage is inexpensive and the service is reliable. 

Legal tender is the Hong Kong dollar (HK$). There are 100 cents in a dollar. Coins, issued by the government, are bronze-colored for 10 cents, 20 cents and 50 cents; silver-colored for HK$1, HK$2, and HK$5; Notes have denominations of HK$10, HK$20, HK$50, HK$100, HK$500, and HK$1,000. The exchange rate is approximately HK$7.8 to the US dollar.

Major banks are open from 9am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday, and 9am to 12:30pm on Saturday. They close on Sundays and public holidays. Automated teller machines (ATMs) can be found almost everywhere and some HSBC “Electronic Money” machines provide 24-hour cash withdrawal (HK$) facilities for Visa and MasterCard holders. American Express cardholders have access to Jetco ATMs and can withdraw local currency and travelers’ checks at the Express Cash ATMs in town.

Major credit cards are widely accepted in shops and restaurants throughout Hong Kong. 

According to related laws and regulations, the luggage of inbound and outbound passengers must come under customs supervision and control.

Voltage in Hong Kong is 220 volts, but most portable electronic devices such as mobile phones, tablets and laptop computers do not require a electrical converter.

Electrical appliances will require an adapter that can change the shape of the plug prongs. Hotels featured in our Hong Kong tour packages provide hair dryers and as well other amenities expected in 4 and 5-star hotels. 

Hong Kong is known as one of the great culinary capitals of the world. There is plenty of local and international cuisines to sample during your stay.

Tap water in Hong Kong is NOT potable, but bottled mineral water is available everywhere. Your hotel will also provide several bottles each day. 

No special vaccinations are required. Upon arrival and departure in Hong Kong, passengers are required to complete a health declaration form provided to (including transit passengers) at the airport, ports and border points.You will also have your temperature taken when you pass through immigration. These measures enable visitors to have an enjoyable and healthy stay in Hong Kong. You can also contact the Center for Disease Control (C.D.C.) 404-639-3534 for updated information.

The vast majority of our Hong Kong tours are private with airport transfers by private car and sightseeing via either public transportation (most tours) or by private car (luxury tour products). For airport transfers without guides, suggest tipping the driver about HK$100 (~ US$12) each way. For half day sightseeing via public transport, you may tip the guide between HK200 (~ US$25) (based on 2 passengers). If there is a private car involved, you may tip the driver around HK$100 (~ US$12). Of course, you may adjust these tipping guidelines up or down depending on the level of service you received. 

Hong Kong is geographically compact and boasts one of the world’s most efficient, safe, affordable and frequent public transport systems. Whether by taxi, ferry, rail, bus or tram, you can get around easily and catch wonderful glimpses of the city along the way. The system covers extension areas of Hong Kong with signs in English and Chinese.

Your Hong Kong tour with us includes airport transfers by private car upon arrival and departure. Most of our Hong Kong vacation packages feature the use of public transportation during sightseeing tours. This is a great way to immerse in the city’s modern day culture as well as sampling the unique transport methods such as ferry, subway, tramway and trams. 

Lastly, Hong Kong boasts a robust transportation network between Hong Kong, Macau and mainland China via highway, high speed trains and hydro-foil (high speed ferry). 

You can buy virtually anything in Hong Kong. Essential items to bring include: Valid Passport. Copy of Your Airline Ticket. Your Medicines. Departure documents. Electrical adapters. Portable electronic devices. Sunscreen/Tan lotion.  Pocket size Kleenex.  Folding Umbrella.  Comfortable walking shoes.