Hong Kong and Macau 5-day Trip Itinerary
Any plans of traveling to Hong Kong and Macau soon? Here’s a five-day itinerary to these two beautiful travel destinations!
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MACAU TOP TRAVEL TIP –
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DAY 1
From the airport exchange HKD already because you’ll need it for transportation and dinner. You might need to check whether your hotel caters a free shuttle bus to KOWLOON Station.
OPTION 1:
Trains are still available until 9 PM if I’m not mistaken. Take the Airport Express train to KOWLOON STATION, and from there you can get a free shuttle bus to your hotel in Kowloon.
OPTION 2:
Other option if you want to avoid the hassle and if you are traveling in groups of 4-5 better take the taxi. There’s a queue for taxi make sure to ride the right taxi – KOWLOON area.
Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in Kowloon.
CHECK – IN
Check in the hotel and don’t forget to ask for the Wi-Fi code!
Relax for a few minutes and go out for dinner. I suggest taking a map with you all the time. Ask the concierge for directions to the nearest area you can visit within your location.
For dinner, I would suggest that you explore restaurants near the area. There are mostly restaurants located at the left and right of your hotel when you go out. They serve good meals and cheap meals too! Be careful! Do not drink the tea they serve; it is unhygienic how they serve it. You can probably observe it. J
If you arrive late in Hong Kong, better to do this night is to check the whole itinerary! Locate places or markets near the area try to ask the help of the concierge to map it out for you or pinpoint the directions. It’d be easier if they drew on the map. Ask for the nearest MRT station for your locations the next days like Ocean Adventure, Disneyland and Tsim Sha Tsui.
Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Note: You can check Ladies’ Market on the first night. But don’t waste too much money buying stuff. You may not have enough time for shopping the next few days
DAY 2
MORNING CALL
Breakfast. There are lots of restaurants when you walk along the street near your hotel. Take a light breakfast for the day. If you see some bakery store along the way, try to buy some bread that you can take with you in case you are hungry during the whole trip.
OCEAN PARK
This is where you use your map guide given to you by the concierge.
You can take EAST RAIL LINE – Mong Kok East Station going to Hung Hom Station. Cross Harbour Tunnel and go out the Aberdeen Tunnel Exit. Walk around 5 – 10 minutes to Ocean Park or after you exit the tunnel take the taxi to Ocean Park.
Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in Ocean Park Hong Kong.
HONG KONG OCEAN PARK – 10:30-19:00H
HKD 320 – Adult
HKD 160 – Kids 3-11 y/o
Check the show schedules so the kids and kids at heart can enjoy
Red Panda Feeding, Penguin Feeding, Sea Dreams and Skyfair Celebrations
Note: If you still have energy you can leave the park around 5 PM. For faster way take a taxi going to Avenue of the Stars. Or take the trail – Aberdeen Tunnel – Hung Hom Station to East Tsim Sha Tsui; walk around 8 minutes to reach the Avenue of the stars. You can have dinner in nearby restaurants here as well. DON’T FORGET TO WATCH THE SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS IN THE AVENUE OF THE STARS! IT’S AMAZING. The show usually starts at 8 PM. For sure everyone will enjoy it!
DAY 3
DISNEYLAND
Have a breakfast along the area!
Take bread with you but not too much for it may be questioned.
Take MRT – Kowloon Station to Sunny Bay Station – Exit and take the Disneyland Resort Station
- Take note when you buy MRT tickets here make sure to press until Disneyland Station not only to Sunny Bay.
Check out some of the cool and cheap tours you could do in Hong Kong Disneyland.
HKD450 – Adult
HKD320 – Child 3-11 y/o
Note: Don’t miss these shows; check their time slots. THIS IS WHERE ADULTS COMES BACK TO THEIR CHILDHOOD!
ADVENTURELAND
Festival of the Lion King
Don’t forget to take the JUNGLE RIVER CRUIS – AMAZING TRIP
MAIN STREET
Flights of Fantasy Parade
DISNEY in the STARS– the Night fireworks show!
FANTASYLAND
4D Mickey’s Philarmagic
The Golden Mickey’s at Disney’s Storybook Theatre
Note: Wait for the fireworks! Take a good seat!
- Back to hotel – same route – Disneyland Station – Sunny Bay – Kowloon Station – Taxi to the hotel.
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Recommended Cheap Hostels in Hong Kong
Check Inn HK
This is a decent hostel in a good location. A great hostel that is really clean, with the best facilities and is great value for money. Cheap, clean and in a great location, truly one of the best hostels in Hong Kong.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
Yesinn @CAUSEWAY BAY
This hostel is situated perfectly to get to anywhere in Hong Kong. Rooms are clean and the staff is very helpful as well. The atmosphere is great, rooms are cleaned daily and the prices are of great value. This is truly one of the best hostels in Hong Kong.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
Recommended Luxury Hotels in Hong Kong
W Hong Kong
This hotel has vibrant colors and eye catching interior designs. Rooms have a spectacular of the harbour and parts of Hong Kong Island, are very modern, cosy and clean. This is definitely one of the best luxury hotels in Hong Kong.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
Cordis Hong Kong at Langham Place
This is a decent hostel in a good location. A great hostel that is really clean, with the best facilities and is great value for money. Cheap, clean and in a great location, truly one of the best hostels in Hong Kong.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
DAY 4
MACAU trip
Take Tsuen Wan Line – Red Line
Yau Ma Tei Station – Tsim Sha Tsui Station walk around 7 minutes to the China Ferry terminal.
Best option if a group of 4 – take taxi.
Select a good ticket booth or the ones that run the most number of trips. Buy a roundtrip ticket probably go back around 8 PM. Have breakfast in the area while waiting for boarding. Again, buy bread and drinks. ?
- Make sure you have a disembarkation card and embarkation upon departure as well. It is a new country, so passports will be stamped or nowadays they give a ticket, try to staple these tickets to your passport as proof you traveled. They don’t stamp your passports now.
Note: Get a local guide – local means Kabayan! They could offer you as much as 500HKD for a day trip to accompany you but haggle, start from 300HKD until 400HKD. Let’s just say, you enjoyed your trip to Macau at the same time helped our fellow kababayans with their side-lines. You guys will be taking the hotel buses. Mostly, hop on hop off tours and some sites as well.
Before you agree to the tour give this spots that you’d like to visit:
- Ruins of St. Paul – before you reach this place you’ll be passing by markets of street food! Get some free taste especially their good beef ? Buy some for pasalubong ?
- City of Dreams
Dragon’s Treasure MOP50 (adult) MOP25 (child)
- Venetian
- Galaxy Hotel
- Grand Lisboa
- Wynn Macau
- Tree of Prosperity show
- Dragon of Fortune show
- MGM Macau
- Sands Macau
You can also see Macau Tower.
Go back to Ferry Terminal to validate the ticket for departure – make sure your tour guide is still with you to assist you.
If you’re planning to extend your Macau trip, you could explore one of the best hotels in Macau here.
Back to Tsim Sha Tsui – Back to Hotel
DAY 5
Make sure your things are packed and ready to go! You’ll only be back to check out your room and leave luggage at the front desk.
If you want to take breakfast at the hotel, please do so and enjoy your last day in Hong Kong. J
THE PEAK
This is quite far since The Peak is located at Hong Kong ISLAND.
Route options will be:
1. Take MRT – Kowloon Station – Hong Kong Station – take taxi to Victoria Peak instead of walking
2. Take taxi all the way to The Peak – this might just be costly but more convenient especially if you leave early in the morning, so it will not be that hot yet.
I suggest before you buy a ticket to TRAM – have a tour at the Victoria Peak Mall – there’s another mall across it where you can enter for free at their roof top. Try to take as many pictures as you can.
Take the tram ride going down to The Peak Galleria– buy one-way ticket only.
If you want you can also check Madame Tussauds wax museum – this can consume your time so it would depend on your choice it to enter this museum.
Going back, walk to MTR Central Station – then take the MTR up to Tsim Sha Tsui Station
Or take taxi to Central Station then MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station
Things to do and see in Tsim Sha Tsui:
Victoria Garden, 1881 Heritage
Walk along the streets of Tsim Sha Tsui
Have lunch in the area – inside the malls can do
Note: If you weren’t able to do the Avenue of the Stars you could visit it on the last day, although you won’t be able to see the Symphony of Lights at night.
Back to the hotel for check-out – fastest way – TAXI, if not – TSIM SHA TSUI Station to KOWLOON Station
Leave your luggage first at the hotel lounge so you can still go back to last minute shopping at Ladies’ Market but make sure this time you only buy things that can fit your carry-on bags
You can ask the concierge where is the nearest bus stop of AIRPORT EXPRESS SHUTTLE, usually this has a color blue sign on the streets, take the bus going to Airport Express, take the Airport Express worth HKD90 per adult, if you took the taxi going to the hotel upon arrival I suggest you take the Airport Express so you can see the difference and the view. Make sure you know your Terminal at the airport, there will be two exits for different Airlines depending on what terminal it will be located. Check-in, your luggage, have dinner at the airport and then fill-out your Disembarkation cards, proceed to Immigration!
Recommended Cheap Hotels in Macau
Best Western Hotel Sun Sun
This hotel offers boutique style accommodation at a budget friendly price. It has a great value rating, meaning, guests receive great service for what they pay, making it one of the best cheap hotels in Macau.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
Ole Tai Sam Un Hotel
Ole Tai Sam Un Hotel offers guests with air conditioned rooms with stylish decor, hard wooden floors, and comfortable beds to give it a cozy atmosphere. It’s in a top, central location, only a five minute walk from the Ruins of St. Pauls. St. Dominic’s Church. This is definitely one of the cheap hotels in Macau.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
Recommended Luxury Hotels in Macau
JW Marriott Hotel Macau
JW Marriott Hotel Macau is a great accommodation with fantastic design and luxury bathroom amenities. Rooms are clean and modern, and the facilities are state-of-the-art. The breakfast buffet is extremely good too. An amazing place to stay, definitely one of the best luxury hotels in Macau.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
Conrad Macao Cotai Central
Conrad Macao Cotai Central offers guests with modernly designed spacious rooms and excellent facilities. The location is even perfect, with a shopping center nearby and walking distance to other Macau Cotai Central casinos. Truly, this is one of the best luxury hotels in Macau.
Read Reviews on: TripAdvisor
About the Writer:
I’m Chiquei – Rhonna Chiquei Quiatchon. Hotelier and part-time event host. Been in love with traveling at the age of 14 and with that plans to visit 30 countries until I reach the age of 30. Follow my adventures on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
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Planning a family holiday for 4 fm 30 sep to 4 Oct.
Want to stay 2D1N in Macau and 3D2N in HK. Pls advice on hotels in both countries.
Heard from a friend tt some hotels in Macau also cover FREE ferry ride to HK. Do u know which hotels ?
Can u recommend hotels in both Macau and HK.
What r must see and do things jn Macau and HK based on my time frame ?
Is it easy to get around HK even if we dont speak Cantonese ?
Hope to hear from u asap.
Anyway, give it another read, please
Hope you enjoyed Indonesia nevertheless, it’s a magical country!
Hey Chiquei,
Very detailed and informative blog!
I am planning my honeymoon in March 2019 for Hong Kong and Macau for 5 nights/ 6 days. I’m confuse shall I go with travel package or self booking and second thing Suggest me best hotels near to markets.
Could you please guide me for same.
Thanks
Ankit Aggarwal
Hi. Is it possible to travel via Macau? Say for example I’ll book a ticket for Macau but I’ll do most of my travel in Hongkong? Thank you
Yes of course it’s okay! Just make sure you have all the travel arrangements! =)
Hi Chiquei,
Really you have described it so beautifully. Loved it. klook voucher codes also can double your adventurous tours and trip in HongKong
Hi Chiquie,
Nice blog! I just want to ask how much this itinerary cost you?
If you can send detailed itinerary expenses on my email, I will deeply appreciate it.
I am planning to be there this December.
Thanks in advance!
Alain
HI! where can we find the local guides? thank you!
Excellent information! Looks like you had a great time in Macau! Love the photos and the post
Great post. This is such a great itinerary for hong-kong and macau!
Hi! I so like your blog! I wish you can do for us 5 night/ 6 days itenirary to hong kong! We are visiting hk this coming MAY 18-23-17 we have our 5 year old daughter with us and we will be staying at butterfly on victoria at causeway bay..i hope you can help us,its our 1st time in hk! Kabayan:)
Hello Lana Then this article is perfect for you, you can check po the details on the article. Naka list po yung different activities you can do every day for 5 days You can also check po this one:
https://twomonkeystravelgroup.com/7-awesome-things-hong-kong/
Happy travels Enjoy po!
Me and my daughter will be traveling to HK this coming Jan 28,2017. Our first international trip. We will stay at our friend’s pad in Tsuen Wan. Is it far from the airport? We will arrive in HK around 6:30pm. We would like to go to Madame Tussauds after putting our bags. Is it possible? Travel time from Tsuen Wan to Madame Tussauds? Thanks in advance
Sorry for the late response Iryn. How was your trip?
Thanks for sharing. Can i have the itinerary in excel file with expenses? Hoping for your favorable response ?
So much useful information. I am planning on visiting Hong Kong next year and some of your tips are so useful.
Thanks for sharing
Your welcome Suraj When are you planning to visit Hong Kong this year?
HI! kaya po ba ang Disneyland, Victoria Peak at Macau sa 3 days?
Yes Adi My brother just did that the last time they visit Hong Kong
hi miss . i’m planning to go in hk-macau this november. di b nkakatakot pag solo travel lng? solo klng din b nung nasa hk ka?
Hi there Jonah, I’m so sorry for the late response. I was solo when I visited Hong Kong last April, and I must say that it’s really safe. You can also meet a lot of Filipinos there
Hi! Acceptable po ba as hand carry luggage ang 20inch luggage at 32x27x12cm na small backpack? Okay po ba siya as long as I won’t exceed 7kg? Btw, I’m flying with Cebupac po
how many kilos sya Shana? Is it with budget airlines?
Two Monkey Travels Group- your travel blog is masterly organized blog which will help to plan short vacation. Thanks for posting valuable blog.
Yay! Thank you so much Dasia We’re really happy to help
Hi…
For the “kabayan”.. The cost only for the city tour or include the transport around the city? I’ve plan to visit HK this sept with family for 7 day.. The plan is to visit HK-macau-shenzhen if possible.. Any suggestion for the itinerary? Many thanks.
Hi,
Nice itinerary. I will copy some of your itinerary. : ))
Also, may I ask if where did you purchased your tickets in Disneyland & Victoria’s Peak? And how much is the cost of ferry from HK- Macau vice versa?
Thanks & Godbless
Hello Ruby, the fare for a ferry ride (one way) is around 150 HKD – 200 HKD
Such a beautiful place. Wish I can go back.
When did you visit Hong Kong Dexter? what’s your favorite spot?
Hi.. around how much do you think is the budget should i bring for this itinerary as a solo tourist..?? thank you..!
Hello April, I’m not sure, but it still depends on where are you going to stay in Hong Kong.
Hi,
This is a wonderful blog those visit for Hongkong and Macau. I have grab a good information through this blog.
Thank You Chiquei!
Hello Rajiv the pleasure is ours
Hi. I’m planning to visit HK this October. This blog really is helpful for us first timers. I would like to ask how many months or weeks or days in advanced for you to book your ticket for cheaper flights/?
Thank you.
Hello Joanna much better if you guys will check on Piso sale of different airlines.
Hi Chiquei!
Thanks for very informative post.
Im staying here in Macau for a month, I already use the U-turn visa in china to have extension for atleast 20 days. And I wanted to experience hongkong.
If I will be coming from Macau, is the Hongkong immigration will give me a new visa?
Thanks! :-*
Wonderful post & Thank you for your very detailed trip. It will help me a lot..
What can you say about the Hotel Golden Dragon? Going to Hong Kong next month and haven’t booked for our accommodation yet. Thanks in advance!
Really glad that you like this post [email protected] Happy Travels
Hi! I found your article after searching blogs about hk macau trip. Me & friends are scheduled to go to HK this coming August 2016. Your blog is really informative especially for first timer international travelers like us. Were not planning to get a travel agency to lessen our expenses but we’re a little bit scared especially hearing stories about hold groups in the immigration (crossing fingers that it will not happen to us!). I would like to ask if it’s much convenient to .purchased disneyland tickets online? Your reply will be highly appreciated. Thank you & God speed!
Hi, we will be travelling to Hongkog and Macau this August as well! Right on! this blog is very much informative for first time international travellers like us.
Hope both our groups will be able to enjoy this trip.
Have fun!
Thank you so much Preeti By the way, may I ask how was your trip in Hong Kong?
This is a must do in Hong Kong, and a cure for jet lag if you hike it! The views from Victoria’s Peak are fantastic, you’ll be able to grasp just how big and impressive Hong Kong is from the top
That’s right Alex! Especially the view from Victoria Peak at night It’s always breathtaking!
Hi this is my first time to travel international, I will be travelling alone on May 1-3 Manila-HK, i got my round-trip ticket already and a hostel too. But i am still afraid because some articles ive read immigration is very strict and many people got offloaded. What to do when i arrive NAIA? What to do if I successfully reach HK? Any interviews when I arrive and left HK? I will bring 20k PHP as my show money, is it enough for my 3 days travel? Please can you explain to me on detail on what to do, I badly need help. Thanks a lot.
Don’t worry they’re not that strict. However, if they ask just be precise on your answer that you wanted to do a tour.
Enjoy!
Which hotel will you suggest which is accessible? Thank you
Hi i will be travelling alone on May 1 to Hongkong from Manila via Airasia.
Hi Rona,
I would suggest Metropark Mongkok Kowloon Hotel
Do you remember how much you spent per person for this 5-day trip?
Hi Jim!
I was the one who wrote the article. Estimate expense would probably sum up to 20-25K which includes airfare too. It will depend on how much you would spend with food and shopping then that would vary.
Thanks for reading
Chiquei
Thank you po for your article…Godbless!
Everyone loves what you guys are usually up too. Such
clever work and coverage! Keep up the amazing works guys I’ve added you guys
to our blogroll.
A very informative article! Im planning on my very first international trip this August and it seems the Hongkong&Macau trip is very interesting. By the way, may I know what is your overall budget for this trip?Also, is it possible for you to post the budget? Would really appreciate it. Thanks!
Hi Dyan,
I’m pretty sure you will enjoy HKG and Macau. August is a summer season so prepare to be ready for summer outfits
Estimated budget for this trip would be around 20-25K (all-in), however it will depend on how you spend with food and shopping. And it’s suggested to get a promotional airfare to have it at much cheaper rate
So much useful information. I am planning on visiting HK next year and some of your tips are so useful. Thank you for sharing Jess!
Thanks Jess!
Glad you enjoyed reading it! If I can be of any help I’m just a message away!
Chiquei
Wow I would love to go on this trip!!
Hi Erin!
You should definitely include Hong Kong and Macau to your trip!
Chiquei!
This is really informative! Very good summary of things to do in that area.
Hi Nate!
Thanks for reading!
Chiquei
I have been in Hong Kong and Macau and loved it. Great post as always
Hi Raffa!
I never get tired of coming back to Hong Kong and Macau and I appreciate the feedback!
Chiquei
I would love to spend 5 days in the area! Definitely useful for when I decide to get my booty over there.
Hi Kaley!
If you need other advice from your trip, feel free to contact us.
Glad to help!
Chiquei
These sound like some great places to visit. I would love to travel to either one of these places one day.
Hi Katherine!
Flights to Hong Kong is getting a lot cheaper nowadays! Grab the chance whenever you can!
Chiquei
I have been wanting to visit Hong Kong… and this is a great itinerary Bookmarked for future use! Thanks for making such a cohesive guide!
Hi Dara!
glad to be of help! Hope you get that flight soon
Chiquei
This was an informative read. I’ve been meaning to start my travel adventures soon and Hong Kong looks like a fun place to begin
Hi Jade!
Thanks for the comment! Hong Kong will be an easy travel for you for sure!
Chiquei
I love this! Super detailed and informative, it’s definitely something I’d reference when planning a trip here
Thanks Emily!
Chiquei
And if u r a shopping liver then get a Chinese visa. Take a metro straight to Shenzhen. It is a border town of China which has floors and floors of shopping paradise.
True to that Charu!
Hong Kong can be a gateway to Shenzhen!
Thanks for the advice.
Chiquei
I’m so looking forward to traveling to Hong Kong! What type of budget would you suggest for this itinerary?
Hi Debra!
I would suggest around 20-25K that would be all-in including airfare as long as you go cheap on airlines and food.
Chiquei
I wish I could visit! Looks amazing
Hi Lorna!
it;s never too late! Take the chance!
Chiquei
Thank you for this post and helpful tips! Hong Kong is definitely high on my travel list
And good tip about drinking the tea, I would never thought of that!
X Gala
Hi Gala!
Been very observant with regards to my travel!
Thanks for the good feedback! Hope you can grab the chance to do your Hong Kong trip soon!
Chiquei
Looks like there are loads of awesome places in Hong Kong. I had no idea they had a Disney Land there!
Hi Zascha!
For Asians, HK Disneyland is the easiest and cheapest Plus we’re never too old for the happiest place on Earth!
Chiquei
This was such a good idea! It’s really well structured and it’s made me want to go!
Hi Becky!
Take that flight!
Thanks for the feedback!
Chiquei
I like the look of The Peak day! Really enjoyed your post
Hey Jack!
Thanks for the feedback!
Chiquei
Yes! Macau is high on my list and this post is perfect for some introductory tips. Thanks, dudes!
Hi Dan!
Macau is indeed a must in your bucket list! Thanks for the feedback
Chiquei
Great post and tips! Like the pictures
Hey Sarah!
Thanks a lot! hope you enjoyed reading it!
Chiquei
This is so detailed and awesome. You’ve made me want to go so bad now, can’t wait to see more from you
Hi Lizzie
Thanks for the feedback! Been busy lately with work but I’ve planned to write about my last year’s trip to Bali, Indonesia. Will update you once I’m done writing it!
Thanks again!
Chiquei
I’m yet to visit Macau but I think you’ve persuaded me… Great blog!
Isabelle
Hi Isabelle!
Thanks for the feedback! If there’s anything else I can help you with your future trip to Hong Kong or Macau, I’m just a message away!
Chiquei
Hi, would like to ask if the Dragon’s Treasure you’ve mentioned here is a tour package? Thank you.
Hi Ana!
The Dragon’s treasure is a show in the City of Dreams. It has different time slots and usually the last show is around 2200H.
Hop-on Hop-off tours from hotel buses are free. They usually leave every 15-30 minutes.
Chiquei