Hong Kong to Chengdu - 9 days

Hong Kong to Chengdu - 9 days

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Hong Kong to Chengdu - 9 days

9 Days Starting in Hong Kong, China and ending in Chengdu, China

Visiting: Hong Kong, Yangshuo, Chengdu

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Partially Guided

Group size:

2 - 20

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-55

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

Interests:

Wildlife Tours

From: $1045

NB: Prices correct on 04-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 9-day journey from the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong to the cultural heart of Chengdu. Begin your adventure with breathtaking views from Victoria Peak and the dazzling Symphony of Light show. Travel to Yangshuo, where you'll cycle through stunning landscapes and glide along the Yulong River on bamboo rafts. Enjoy free time to explore or partake in optional activities like rock climbing or a visit to Moon Hill. In Chengdu, visit the renowned Panda Conservation Centre to see these majestic creatures up close. Immerse yourself in local culture with Mandarin lessons and optional experiences like a Sichuan Opera show or a hot pot dinner. This small group tour offers a perfect blend of guided excursions and leisure time, ensuring a memorable exploration of China's diverse landscapes and rich heritage.

Highlights

  • Hong Kong - Begin your adventure in this vibrant city, head to Victoria Peak to admire the panoramic views and enjoy the Symphony of Light show.

  • Yulong River – Cruise along the karst landscape of Yangshuo's Yulong River in Chinese style bamboo rafts.

  • Yangshuo – Cycle through picture postcard landscapes and past limestone peaks along the Li River and enjoy free time to explore.

  • Chengdu – Visit the famous Panda Conservation Centre and witness China’s national symbol in their natural environment.

  • Explore Chengdu's Jinli Street and Tibetan districts, with an optional visit to see the world's largest stone Buddha in Leshan.

  • Experience traditional Sichuan Opera & Culture show and try a hot pot dinner in Chengdu.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Hong Kong

Location: Hong Kong

Accommodation Name: hostel

Upon your arrival in vibrant Hong Kong, make your own way to the hostel. At 16:30pm you'll meet your tour leader and group for a trip briefing.





Your tour leader will then take the group to Victoria Peak for incredible panoramic views of the city below, and a chance to watch the sunset over the skyline. Afterwards, head to Tsim Sha Tsui, where you’ll watch the ‘Symphony of Light’ show from the Avenue of Stars.





Conclude your first day with a visit to Temple Street Night Market. This bustling market has plenty of options to choose from, and your tour leader can help with the best recommendations for a late dinner!

Day 2: Hong Kong

Location: Hong Kong

Accommodation Name: hostel

Hong Kong - Yangshuo. Early this morning, we make our way to Hong Kong West Kowloon Station where we board a bullet train to Guilin in mainland China. Arriving in Guilin we board a private bus to Yangshuo where we check-in to our hostel. The rest of the evening is at leisure to explore the town and try some of the local delicacies including beer fish, a must try.

Day 3-5: Yangshuo

Location: Yangshuo

Accommodation Name: hostel

Yangshuo is a picturesque town, surrounded by dramatic karst mountains and known for its outdoor adventure opportunities. Day 3 is at leisure, with three available optional activities including a Chinese cooking class, kayaking along the Li River or a Chinese therapy experience, where you can enjoy traditional hot cupping.





Day 4 sees us heading out to enjoy some included activities. We start the day with a bike ride before transferring to bamboo rafts to cruise down the Yulong River. You can either enjoy the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city or take part in a couple of optional activities which are a trip to Moon hill and cave complex featuring mud baths and hot springs and an evening Karaoke trip or night out.





Day 5 is free to continue exploring independently. However, there are a couple of optional activities that you could join. These include a highly recommended rock climbing trip and a visit to a local village to experience what life is like there.

Day 6: Yangshuo

Location: Chengdu

Accommodation Name: hostel

Yangshuo - Chengdu. This morning we leave beautiful Yangshuo and our tour leader behind and board the train to Chengdu, the capital of the Sichuan province and home to the largest and best-known Panda breeding and research centre. After approximately 7 hours we arrive in Chengdu and are met by our local tour guide and make our way to our hostel for an evening at leisure.

Day 7-8: Chengdu

Location: Chengdu

Accommodation Name: hostel

On day 7 we take a short drive out of town to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, to visit China's animal emblem. We spend time exploring the grounds and watching the pandas munch on bamboo. We can also see other endangered animals including red pandas, golden monkeys and more. We visit the panda nursery and get close to the new born or infant pandas. In the afternoon we learn some useful Mandarin phrases in a brief lesson with our tour leader. The rest of the evening is free to relax. For those looking for an authentic experience, there is the optional trip to a traditional Sichuan Opera & Culture show.





Day 8 is at leisure to explore Chengdu, and perhaps wander down Jinli street or explore the Tibetan districts. There is also the option activity which takes us to Leshan to see the worlds largest stone Buddha. Returning to Chengdu the rest of the day is either at leisure or you can take part in an optional trip for a hot pot dinner, a must try in Chengdu.

Day 9: Chengdu

Location: Chengdu

If you prefer a leisurely morning, your day can begin at your own pace. Alternatively, you can join an optional visit to a rehabilitation centre for children with autism. In the early afternoon, we wrap up our time in Chengdu with an optional visit to Jinli & Chengdu People’s Park. We enjoy scenic spots like the Gold Water Stream, Goldfish Island, and the Potted Landscape Garden. We can take part in activities such as sailing on the artificial lake, sipping tea in the lakeside teahouse, and witnessing various exhibitions and performances on Rockery Square. As the afternoon unfolds, our 9-day China tour comes to an end and it's time to head home!

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Simple accommodation

  • 8 nights hostel dorm accommodation

    Enjoy 8 nights of accommodation in hostel dorms during your tour.

  • All relevant transfers and transportation using public transport

    All necessary transfers and transportation during the tour will be provided using public transport.

  • Train tickets: Hong Kong - Guilin and Guilin - Chengdu

    Train tickets for travel from Hong Kong to Guilin and from Guilin to Chengdu are included.

  • Local guides for scheduled sightseeing in Yangshuo and Chengdu. Unescorted travel between cities

    Local guides will accompany you for scheduled sightseeing in Yangshuo and Chengdu, while travel between cities will be unescorted.

  • Local guide in Hong Kong for tour briefing

    A local guide will provide a tour briefing in Hong Kong.

  • Excursion along Yulong river on Chinese style Gondolas and Yangshuo bike ride

    Enjoy an excursion along the Yulong River on Chinese-style gondolas and a bike ride in Yangshuo.

  • Entrance to Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre

    Entrance to the Giant Panda Research and Breeding Centre in Chengdu is included.

  • Free Mandarin lessons with your guides

    Take advantage of free Mandarin lessons provided by your guides.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

    International flights and visa arrangements are not included in the tour package.

  • Tipping - an entirely personal gesture

    Tipping is not included and is considered a personal gesture.

  • Optional activities - paid locally

    Optional activities are not included and can be paid for locally if you choose to participate.

  • Airport transfers

    Airport transfers are not included in the tour package.

Age Policy

Age ranges from 18 – 55 years old. Please note these are backpacker type tours, please bear this in mind when quoting passengers. There is some flexibility with the maximum age on the family tours. Min age: 18 years old for group tours.Avg age: 28 years old. 

Mode of Transport

Travel through China using public transport, including train tickets from Hong Kong to Guilin and Guilin to Chengdu, ensuring a seamless and authentic journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 8 nights of hostel dorm accommodation, providing a comfortable and social environment for travelers to unwind after a day of exploration.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour provides 8 nights of hostel dorm accommodation.

  • Are there any language lessons included in the tour?

    Yes, free Mandarin lessons are provided with your guides during the tour.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    All relevant transfers and transportation are done using public transport, and train tickets are provided for travel from Hong Kong to Guilin and from Guilin to Chengdu.

  • Will there be a guide during the tour?

    Yes, local guides are provided for scheduled sightseeing in Yangshuo and Chengdu, and there is a local guide in Hong Kong for the tour briefing.

  • What activities are included in Yangshuo?

    Included activities in Yangshuo are a bike ride and an excursion along the Yulong River on Chinese style bamboo rafts.

  • What can I expect to see at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding?

    At the Chengdu Research Base, you can see giant pandas, red pandas, golden monkeys, and other endangered animals. You can also visit the panda nursery to see newborn or infant pandas.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

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Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

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Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

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09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 600 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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