Hong Kong

In 1841, Hong Kong became a British Crown colony when it was acquired from China. In 1984, Britain and China signed an agreement which stated Hong Kong would return to China, but that it would maintain in its capitalist system for 50 years. This transfer took place during on June 30, 1997 under great pomp and ceremony. Its enormous harbor, vast industrialization and free port status make it a major Asian crossroad, and perhaps the best place to shop in the world.

The following Shore Excursions are available for this port on this cruise, and may be reserved beginning 180 days before the cruise begins.

Insight Into Heart of Hong Kong
Tour Code: HKG-001
Duration: 4 hours
Retail Value: $69.00
Price: Free

Explore the many ways in which Hong Kong is still in touch with its age-old traditions of yesterday during this intriguing tour of the city.

Depart the pier for the drive to Hong Kong's Western District. Upon arrival, you will explore its historic past. As you stroll past the dried seafood and Chinese herb shops, you will see old traditions that remain vibrant to this day. From here, you will continue on to the Central District, the bustling financial heart of Hong Kong, where modern landmarks and towers of steel and glass symbolize the city's enormous successes over the years.

On Wing Lok Street, you will pass by specialty shops selling ginseng, and on Des Voeux Road West, abalone, scallops and other exotic dried seafood items can be purchased from street vendors. Strolling down Ko Shing Street, the wholesale center of Hong Kong's thriving herbal medicine trade, a wide selection of herbal medicines and shops can be found. Next, you will see the antique and curio shops on Hollywood Road before visiting the Man Mo Temple. One of Hong Kong's oldest and most famous temples, Man Mo is named after the God of War and God of Literature. Afterward, you will stop by an authentic Hong Kong-style café, a favorite local hangout, for a cup of English tea or local coffee accompanied by a famous egg custard tartlet.

Your tour will conclude with an 8-minute ride aboard the Star Ferry. As you ride between the Central District and Tsim Sha Tsui, you will take in panoramic views of both sides of the fabled Victoria Harbor.

Please note: This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, and several steps.

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Terms & Conditions:

Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tours operate rain or shine. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.