| Sightseeing Tours
Hong Kong Island Tour 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. HK$240 (US$32)
Visitors discover Hong Kong’s colourful history. Drive through the
Wanchai district, which was also known as the Suzie Wong area in the old
days, go up to the Victoria Peak by the Peak Tram for a panoramic view
of the city and harbour below. Continue on to the south side of the island
to Repulse Bay, overlooking the South China Sea, where the living is easy
and bargain cheerfully for clothes, arts and crafts at Stanley Market.
At Aberdeen fishing village, disembark for an optional sampan ride to
visit the floating families and wend your way amongst the many fishing
junks, houseboats and floating restaurants anchored there.
The Land Between Tour 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. HK$310
(US$40)
Lying between the Kowloon hills and the border with China some 24 km away,
is an area full of scenic contrasts known as the New Territories. It is
also sometimes referred to as “The Land Between” because not
only does it bridge Hong Kong and China but it also marks Hong Kong in
transition. Where once the area was entirely rural, now satellite new
towns and modern industries exist alongside peaceful woodland, traditional
villages, old markets and green rolling hills. “The Land Between”
stands both as a gentle reminder of Hong Kong’s past as well as
of its hopes and plans for the future.
Macau Day Excursion 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. US$85
The Portuguese Colony of Macau is situated at the mouth of the Pearl River,
40 miles west of Hong Kong. It is probably one of the most original and
entertaining cities of the Orient. Early in the 16th Century, Portuguese
explorers first landed on the southern shores of China and founded Macau.
It has since developed into a city known for its blending of Chinese and
Portuguese culture and cuisine. Since December 1998, it has been handovered,
like Hong Kong, as a Special Administrative Region of China.
Reservation
Reservations for these sightseeing tours must be made on the tour reservation
form provided. Reservations will not be confirmed unless they are accompanied
by full tour fees. Payment of tour fee should be made by bank
draft in US Dollars and made payable to “The Hong
Kong Stroke Society Ltd."
Deadline
The deadline for reservation is 31 March 2004.
Cancellation
All cancellations or changes must be made in writing. If the cancellation
of tours is made before 15 February 2004,
50% of tour fee will be reimbursed. There will be no refund for cancellations
received after this date.
General Information
Airport
The new international airport at Chek Lap Kok commenced service on 6 July
1998. It is situated on Lantau Island, which is an outlying island of
Hong Kong 34 km away from the down town areas. The Airport Railway links
the new airport and Lantau Island with Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. The
Airport Express train departs for Tsing Yi, Kowloon and Hong Kong every
10 minutes. It takes you 23 minutes to reach Central, Hong Kong. The round
trip fare is HK$180 (US$23.10).
Climate and Clothing
Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate. Day time temperatures in April vary
between 25°C and 30°C. Evening temperatures vary between 22°C
and 25°C. Light clothing is suggested.
Currency
The Hong Kong Dollar is the unit of currency. The official exchange rate
of the Hong Kong Dollar to the US Dollar is 7.8. Most of currencies and
travellers cheques can be changed at banks and hotels. Major credit cards
are readily accepted in Hong Kong. There are no restrictions on the type
or amount of money that can be brought into or taken out of Hong Kong.
Electricity
Electricity mains supply voltage is 220 volts/frequency 50 Hz A.C.. Most
hotels provide adapters.
Public Transport
Public transport is inexpensive, efficient and frequent. The Mass Transit
Railway (MTR) or subway train service allows easy passage throughout the
territory. The Kowloon Canton Railway (KCR) or overland rail service also
operates a service to the New Territories. Ferries run regularly between
Hong Kong Island, the Kowloon Peninsula and the Outlying Islands. Buses,
trams and taxis are reasonably priced and readily available.
Visa and Other Requirements
Hong Kong has a very liberal immigration policy that allows nationals
of most countries entry without visas. Requirements for visitors to the
Hong Kong SAR remain much as they were under British sovereignty. The
only difference is that Chinese, rather than British, consulate offices
now accept visa applications. (check at your local Chinese consulate to
see if you require a visa)
The independent Hong Kong Immigration Department continues to process
and approve applications for visas for those who require them. (Fax: (852)
2877 7711; E-mail: enquiry@immd.gov.hk)
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