Grand 10-Day Hong Kong, Greater Bay Area & Chaoshan Gourmet Odyssey
Experience Hong Kong's skyline, high-speed rail, Lingnan heritage, and legendary Cantonese feasts.
Product Code:MVSP000349
Departure:Hong Kong
Duration:10 days
Duration
10 days
Departure
Fixed Dates
Group size
Small Group (<15)
Transport
Bus/Coach
Guided Language
Chinese
Why choose this itinerary?
- Hong Kong Highlights & High-Speed Rail: Explore Wong Tai Sin Temple, Victoria Peak, Hong Kong Palace Museum, and Avenue of Stars, with high-speed rail transfer from West Kowloon to Guangzhou.
- Authentic Gold Medal Feast: Crisp whole roast suckling pig, Zhongshan roasted pigeon (one per person), lychee-wood roasted goose, dried tangerine peel duck soup, Cantonese Dim Sum, and all-you-can-eat Shantou beef hotpot.
- Lingnan Garden & Water Town Wonders: Tour Baomo Garden ('Royal Garden of Lingnan') with millions of koi fish and Guinness World Record reliefs, alongside Sanxi Ancient Village.
- Heritage & Overseas Diaspora History: Visit Sun Yat-sen's birthplace at Cuiheng Village and the National Grade-1 Overseas Chinese Museum in Jiangmen.
- Cultural Encounters & Tea Culture: Taste traditional herbal Guilinggao jelly, handmade fishball tea snacks, and authentic Chaoshan Kung Fu tea.
Visual Itinerary
Click on the days below to explore the route on the map.
- Route Overview
- Day 1: Arrival in Hong Kong - Airport Transfer & Hotel Check-in
- Day 2: Hong Kong City Tour - Wong Tai Sin, Victoria Peak & Avenue of Stars
- Day 3: Hong Kong to Guangzhou via High-Speed Rail & Hotel Transfer
- Day 4: Guangzhou to Zhuhai Landmarks & Zhongshan - Baomo Garden & Feast
- Day 5: Zhongshan History & Culture - Sun Yat-sen Birthplace & Sanxi Ancient Village
- Day 6: Zhongshan to Jiangmen & Foshan - Overseas Chinese Heritage & Cantonese Feasts
- Day 7: Foshan to Guangzhou City Exploration - Flower City Square & Beijing Road
- Day 8: Guangzhou to Shantou - High-Speed Train & Beef Hotpot Feast
- Day 9: Shantou - Free Day or Optional Chaozhou Ancient City Tour
- Day 10: Shantou to Guangzhou South via High-Speed Rail - Departure & Homeward Journey
Daily Discovery Log
Our itinerary is moderately paced, ensuring you can deeply experience the charm of each location.
Insights From Our Expert
Immerse yourself in a grand 10-day expedition spanning Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area, and Chaoshan. Marvel at Victoria Peak views, the Hong Kong Palace Museum, and Avenue of Stars before taking the West Kowloon High-Speed Rail to Guangzhou. Feast on mouthwatering roast suckling pig, Zhongshan roast pigeon, lychee-wood goose, and unlimited Shantou beef hotpot while exploring historic gardens and ancient water towns.
Why Choose This Trip?
- Hong Kong Highlights & High-Speed Rail: Explore Wong Tai Sin Temple, Victoria Peak, Hong Kong Palace Museum, and Avenue of Stars, with high-speed rail transfer from West Kowloon to Guangzhou.
- Authentic Gold Medal Feast: Crisp whole roast suckling pig, Zhongshan roasted pigeon (one per person), lychee-wood roasted goose, dried tangerine peel duck soup, Cantonese Dim Sum, and all-you-can-eat Shantou beef hotpot.
- Lingnan Garden & Water Town Wonders: Tour Baomo Garden ('Royal Garden of Lingnan') with millions of koi fish and Guinness World Record reliefs, alongside Sanxi Ancient Village.
- Heritage & Overseas Diaspora History: Visit Sun Yat-sen's birthplace at Cuiheng Village and the National Grade-1 Overseas Chinese Museum in Jiangmen.
- Cultural Encounters & Tea Culture: Taste traditional herbal Guilinggao jelly, handmade fishball tea snacks, and authentic Chaoshan Kung Fu tea.
Who is This Trip For?
- Travelers seeking a comprehensive itinerary combining Hong Kong's cosmopolitan charm with Guangdong's deep culinary heritage
- Foodies eager to taste authentic Cantonese dim sum, Shunde desserts, roast meats, and Chaoshan beef hotpot
- Overseas Chinese families returning to discover their cultural roots across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area
- Leisure travelers who value high-speed rail convenience, fine accommodations, and a relaxed sightseeing pace
Real Traveler Reviews
See what other travelers have to say!
David K.
An incredible 10-day trip starting in Hong Kong and traveling across the Greater Bay Area and Chaoshan. The high-speed rail from West Kowloon was so smooth, and the food throughout was top tier!
Mrs. Wong & Family
Combining Hong Kong city sights with Lingnan gardens like Baomo Garden made this the ideal family vacation. Great hotels, excellent guide, and seamless transport.
What's Included
- 9 nights hotel accommodation (4-star or equivalent standard: 2 nights in Hong Kong Metropark Hotel Mongkok + 7 nights mainland hotels)
- Daily breakfasts and feature lunches/dinners specified in the itinerary (including roast pig, pigeon, goose, and all-you-can-eat beef hotpot)
- High-speed train tickets (2nd class) from Hong Kong West Kowloon to Guangzhou & round-trip Guangzhou to Shantou
- Local air-conditioned tourist coach transportation
- Professional excellent guide services and first admission tickets to scheduled attractions
- 1 bottle of bottled mineral water per person per day
What's Not Included
- International airfares to Hong Kong and departing from Guangzhou
- Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, drinks, and hotel incidentals
- Personal travel accident insurance (strongly recommended)
- Optional tour packages (Package A: USD $150/person; Package B: USD $130/person)
- Non-overseas Chinese companion surcharges (Green Card/PR: $210/person; SE Asia family: $410/person; English family: $410/person; Chinese/HK/Macau/Taiwan family: $460/person)
- Single room supplement ($350 USD)
Mandatory Fees
- Service Charge & Tour Guide/Driver Tipping: $100 USD per person for the entire trip ($10 USD/person/day for 10 days)
Optional Fees
- Option Package A (Guangdong Highlights) = $150 USD/person: Includes (1) Shunde Heritage Ginger Milk Pudding Dessert + (2) Fresh Seafood, Oysters, Abalone & Lychee Wood Roast Chicken Lunch + (3) Guangdong Romance Show VIP Seats + (4) Xiqiao Mountain Tour (with South Sea Guanyin, Four-Square Bamboo Garden & shuttle) + (5) Michelin Recommended Chaoshan Lion-Head Goose Dinner + (6) Pearl River Night Cruise.
- Option Package B (Chaozhou Historic City Day Tour) = $130 USD/person: Includes Chaozhou Paifang Street + Chaozhou Kung Fu Tea Tasting + Ancient City Tour + Xiangzi Bridge Light Show + Chaozhou Seafood Steam Basket Lunch.