Magical Macau

Duration: 1 day

Highlights: Enjoy a day away in charming Macau, once the world’s oldest colonial possession (1553 – 1999) and now the glittering entertainment capital of Asia.

Itinerary

This morning you are met at your Hong Kong hotel and transferred to the Macau Ferry Terminal where you will board a turbojet and cross the Pearl River Delta to Macau, former Portuguese colony and since 1999 a Special Administrative Region of China. Covering an area of just 29.2 square kilometres (11 square miles) Macau has a population of over 630,000 making it one of the world’s most densely populated regions.

Spend the day exploring this fascinating footnote of history – once the world’s oldest colonial possession (1553 – 1999) and today a glittering entertainment center for Asia. 

On arrival at the ferry pier clear arrival formalities and then set off retracing the footsteps of time that tell the story of Macau.  You will visit the ruins of St. Paul’s Cathedral once one of the grand churches of Asia, then recount the history of the region at the outstanding Macau Museum which is located in the historic Monte Fort which overlooks the inner harbor. Then it is on to visit the remarkable City Center of Macau which has 22 historic buildings of Portuguese and Chinese provenance that were invested between the years 2008 – 2019.

One of the highlights of your tour will be a visit to the Macau Tower. Upon arrival, a high-speed, glass-fronted elevator will whisk you up to the 217 metre high (714-feet) Observation Lounge where you can take in the sweeping panorama of the territory.

Before returning to the ferry terminal you will pay a visit to the A-Ma Temple dedicated to the goddess of the sea.  This is a time-honored tradition that is a must for any visitor to Macau.

Return to Hong Kong later this afternoon and on arrival you are met and transferred back to your hotel.

12:00 – 12:20 – Disembark and board air-conditioned coach

12:20 – 13:05 – Drive to Macau Ferry Terminal with immigration formalities

13:05 – 14:05 – Towards to Macau via Turbojet

14:05 – 14:15 – Pass through the local immigration & customs

14:15 – 16:15 – Visit various sites

16:15 – 17:15 – Lunch at a local restaurant 

17:15 – 18:45 – Visit Macau Tower, A-Ma Temple & Casino

18:45 – 19:30 – Return transfer to pier and pass through local immigration

19:30 – 20:30 – On board Turbojet return to Hong Kong

20:30 – 20:45 – Re-entry to Hong Kong and transfer back to the pier

20:45 – 21:00 – Arrive at Ocean Terminal

Approximate duration: 9 hours

OPERATION NOTES

• The order of the itinerary may vary
• Above time schedule is subject to change
• A considerable amount of walking involved. A pair of good walking shoes and appropriate attire are recommended (i.e., comfortable clothing in line with weather conditions)
• Tour program will be longer if the turbojet is delayed, or too congested at the immigration in both Hong Kong and Macau
• Macau Visa may be required for some nationalities
• Wheelchairs access not available
• Restrooms are available throughout this tour but will vary in cleanliness – wet wipes and tissue recommended
• It is prohibited to visit the casino for any guests under 18 years old
• Bottled water & wet towel will be provided during sightseeing
• Local lunch at a local restaurant includes food, Coffee or tea only