Tour Name

The Story of

Tour City

Hong Kong

Tour Snapshot

You may have been to Hong Kong before but do you know the story of how it came to be? Why was Hong Kong colonized by the British? Why was it handed back to China? What will become of it in 2047, when the ’no change for 50 years’ promise by Beijing runs out? Join this Hong Kong tour to walk the streets with a local guide who can answer all those questions and more.

Highlights

Learn about Hong Kong’s ties to the British monarchy at

Walk the Dr. Sun Yat-Sen historical trail to learn about the founding father of Republican China and hear all about modern Chinese history

Admire historic Western colonial architecture in old Victoria City and gain an insight into how these buildings are being re- used and re-purposed.

See the Convention and Exhibition Centre from where a famous staged ceremony was broadcasted worldwide and watched by millions Learn about the present and the future of Hong Kong under its new government

Inclusions: Local English speaking guide

Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips / gratuities for guide.

Schedule details

Duration:3.5 hours

Meeting point: MTR station Exit B

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Starting time: 10.00 AM

Ending point: Admiralty MTR station.

Full Itinerary

One-time British outpost and now a proud member of the People's Republic of China, Hong Kong has had a long and fascinating history. The history of the last century for both Hong Kong and China is mapped out in its streets for those who know where to look.

This tour begins at Sheung Wan, specifically at Possession Point, where the British proclaimed Hong Kong to be part of their empire. It finishes at the Tamar Government Complex in Admiralty, once a dockyard of the Royal British Navy and now the headquarters of China’s Hong Kong Special Administrative Regional Government.

While this 3.5 hours tour is about the , we will also talk about what’s going on now for and where it is heading to in the future. You’re sure to finish this tour with a unique insight and understanding of Hong Kong that will enhance the rest of your stay here. Additional information

Inclusions: Local English speaking guide

Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips / gratuities for guide.

Dress standard: Comfortable shoes.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Additional Information: When warning signal on typhoon, rainstorm or thunderstorm is being hoisted by the Hong Kong Observatory, please contact Hong Kong Urban Adventures to discuss arrangements.

Child Policy: Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.

Local contact

Office phone number: +852 6844 8272 Email address: [email protected]