Check out the value packages to both Hong Kong and China from your home: The Pearl River, which crisscrosses the Pearl River Delta in China's sub-tropical south, links three of the Far East's most exciting destinations – Hong Kong, Macau & Guangdong Province. Each of these areas, steeped in a unique past, offer visitors today a dynamic and contrasting sightseeing experience at the hub of Asia.

The Pearl River Delta can be experienced in a single, relaxed, multi-destination holiday. All three places are close enough for visitors to explore easily by well-connected cross boundary road, rail or ferry services. You can skim across the South China Sea by jetfoil on the 55-minute journey between Hong Kong and Macau, or take the 120-minute train ride that connects Hong Kong to Guangzhou. Regular catamaran services up and down the Pearl River, air-conditioned coaches take you to the myriad sights and attractions of Guangdong Province and all provide exciting sightseeing contrasts and travel experience.

What’s more, each of the destinations has its own international airport, allowing visitors to begin the Pearl River Delta excursion at any point to discover the cosmopolitan sophistication of Hong Kong, the romantic charm of Macau and enjoy memorable historical and cultural glimpses of Guangdong Province.

Contact your travel agent in Hong Kong or nearest Hong Kong Tourism Board office for assistance in itinerary planning.

 
144-hour Convenient Visa to Guangdong Province, China

Foreign visitors in Hong Kong can visit Guangdong Province for a maximum of 144 hours (6 days) via entry ports in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen, Zhaoqing, Huizhou and Shantou* using the 144-hour Convenient Visa.
 
Pearl River Delta Excursions
 
Guangdong, the natural hinterland of Hong Kong and Macau across the estuary. Guangzhou, the provincial capital is one of China’s most vibrant cities. Shenzhen was the first Special Economic Zone in China to be opened to free trade in 1979. Zhongshan is the garden city by the coast and Kaiping is famous for its diaolou clusters (an UNESCO World Heritage Site). The province is rich in history, culture and nature, making it an exciting destination to appreciate Chinese culture and natural scenery.
 
Hong Kong, the vibrant and dynamic city located on the South China coast was famously described as just a "barren rock" when claimed by Britain in 1842. The colony thrived as a trading port and gateway to China. Then, on 1 July 1997, it reverted to Chinese sovereignty becoming a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of China. Since its handover some ten years ago, Hong Kong has remained a free economic entity under the “one country, two systems” framework. Tourism continues to flourish and Hong Kong becomes a convenient gateway to Pearl River Delta cities namely Shenzhen, Shekou, Guangzhou and beyond. With its combination of colonial influence and 5,000 years of Chinese tradition, Hong Kong is a fantastic holiday experience that you will treasure forever!
 
Macau, the former Portuguese territory packs a wealth of attractions into a small patch of southern China’s coastline. Its colonial heritage is a living museum of European architecture and four centuries of Portuguese cultural legacy and culinary influences. The historic centre, recognized by UNESCO as a World heritage site, includes cobbled streets and piazzas leading to old churches and ancient forts, illustrating one of the first and longest lasting encounters between China and the western world.

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