10 Top China Tours from Hong Kong
Why Start Your China Tour from Hong Kong?
- International portal: More than 100 international flights travel from Asia, the US, Australia, and Europe to Hong Kong every day.
- Gateway to the Chinese mainland: There are regular flights to about 40 popular destinations in Chinese mainland.
- Fusion of the East and the West: Hong Kong’s language and food are affected by both Chinese and Western cultures, making Hong Kong a comparatively easy start for Westerners.
How to Plan a China Trip from Hong Kong
From Hong Kong to the Next Destination
Our customers usually choose the following cities to visit after their Hong Kong tours:
- Beijing: the capital city of China, Beijing is a better choice for the arrival destination from Hong Kong because of the convenient transportation, 144-hour visa-free policy, and more travel choices
- Guilin: karst landscape, idyllic countryside in Yangshuo
- Kunming: amazing natural scenery, diverse ethnic customs, and a pleasant climate
- Shenzhen and Guangzhou: dynamic cities, a popular amusement park
Tips for Planning a China Tour from Hong Kong:
Be aware of the visa policy. Visitors from approximately 160 countries are allowed to enter Hong Kong without visas. If you are eligible for the 72-hour/144-hour visa-free transit policy in key cities in the Chinese mainland, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Chengdu, and Guilin, you can travel to China from Hong Kong without a visa.
Think of the travel time. Generally speaking, you need at least 10 days for your China tours from Hong Kong, of which you need 2 days for Hong Kong and 8 days for a basic China combo travel route. If your time is limited, you can just tour one city from Hong Kong, such as Beijing, Shanghai, or Guilin. Alternatively, contact us to tailor-make your unique tour.
Best China Tours from Hong Kong
The following tours are 10 of the best China tours from Hong Kong. These are provided as inspiration and a possible framework for your own tailor-made China tour. Tell us what you would like. Your dedicated one-to-one travel consultant will customize any itinerary to suit your interests, tastes, and budget.

4-day Guilin, Longsheng, and Yangshuo tour

8-Day Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La Tour

4-Day Essence of Guangzhou and Shenzhen Tour

8-Day Beijing–Xi'an–Shanghai Tour

11-Day Beijing – Xi'an – Guilin/Yangshuo – Shanghai

13-Day Private Tour: Beijing – Xi'an – Chengdu –Yangtze Cruise – Shanghai

13-Day Beijing – Xi'an – Chengdu – Guilin – Hong Kong

11-Day Beijing – Xi'an – Guilin – Shanghai

13-day Beijing–Xi'an–Lhasa-Shanghai
About China Highlights
Since 1998 we've guided everyone ranging from US presidents, Australian Geographic and retired backpackers. Our goal is to create unique trips that take you off-the-beaten path, helping you discover China in a more authentic way. Our motto: "Discovery Your Way!"

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