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
- Chengdu: the hometown of pandas, a paradise for foodies, and a city that implements the 144-hour transit visa-free policy
- 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.
Popular Tours to Mainland China from Hong Kong
These 4 sample tours are ideal for travelers with limited time in mainland China following a business trip to Hong Kong or another leg of their journey, as well as expats looking for a short getaway. Each one can be tailored to your preferences and interests.
- Best for those who love nature
- Relaxing outdoor activities
- Best for panda and culture fans
- Include all the highlights of Chengdu
- Top tour for China's southwest
- The landscape and the culture on plateau
- Best for metropolis fans
- The traditional and developing China
China Tours from Hong Kong for First-Time Visitors
If you're planning your first trip to China and Hong Kong serves as your gateway city, consider these carefully curated tours. Each one is tailored to different interests and offers a unique way to experience China. However, if you have specific preferences, our dedicated one-to-one travel consultants can customize any itinerary to suit your interests, tastes, and budget. Let us know what you prefer and we will design a perfect trip for you.
- The best choice for first-timers
- Discover the picturesque rural China
- Specailly designed for culture fans
- Explore a lovely water town
- The best choice for panda fans
- Be a panda keeper
- The best choice for nature lovers
- Witness the Hallelujah Mountains
- The best choice for ones who have a Tibet dream
- Pay your respects at the pilgrim's holy palace.
- The best choice for foodies
- Learn to cook the famous Sichuan dishes
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Beijing tour with family, tour guide Jason
![]() Our tour guide Jason was great, my kids absolutely loved him. He was knowledgeable, responsive, friendly and i personally enjoyed chatting with him. He was always on time and made the entire trip smooth. Thank you for your attentive and excellent service while in Beijing! more
Jun 2024, Lourdes K
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Shanghai - Beijing trip
![]() Tom, our tour guide in Beijing was a delight to work with. He is very personable, excellent communicator and a pleasure to be with. Tom’s knowledge of the history and culture was a great background for us during our visit. We also benefited from Tom’s insider knowledge of local eating spots and sampled different cuisines. more
Jun 2024, Ravi Krovi
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Memorable trip
![]() We were able to cover all the historical sites in Beijing. Special thanks to our tour guide Tom who went out of his way to organize and show us all the sights. He speaks fluent English and made sure we understood the history, culture and background. Tom took us to local restaurants - we were able to eat delicious Chinese cuisines such as Xian noodles and Beijing trout. more
Jun 2024, Ravi K
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