Complete your visit to Hong Kong with a day trip to Macau, once the oldest European settlement in the Orient. With your expert guide, explore Macau's historical sites like the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Ruins of St Paul and visit modern establishments like the Macau Tower. Sit back and relax as you sail across the sea from Hong Kong to Macau on a jetfoil or catamaran.
Highlights
- Guided day trip to Macau from Hong Kong by catamaran or jetfoil
- See Macau's modern developments like the Macau Tower and the Guia Circuit
- Explore evocative UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Ruise of St Paul and the A-Ma Temple
- Enjoy a delectable lunch in a local restaurant in Macau
- Visit to Macau Casino and try your hand at their many tables
- Enjoy air-conditioned hotel pickup and drop-off and sightseeing transportation
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Macau Day Trip from Hong Kong
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Kun Iam StatueA fellow traveler on the tourPhoto by: GLEN MAustralia, 07 2012 -
Ruins of St Paul's Church ...Day Trip to Macau 2011Photo by: TriciaB05 2011 -
Port - Welcome to MacauPort - Welcome to MacauPhoto by: Simon PUnited Kingdom, 09 2008 -
ChurchChurch.Photo by: Simon PUnited Kingdom, 09 2008 -
at city centerat the city center along its charming cobblestone streets and past quaint shopsPhoto by: Evelyn Virador P04 2013 -
Typical street from old ...Just though the lighting and reminiscence of the rain on the paved street was great.Photo by: Sebastien T04 2013 -
St Paul's Church ruins.Taken from the bottom right corner of the plaza.Photo by: Sebastien T04 2013 -
Macau Churchthe facade...the backside burned down in a kitchen firePhoto by: Jacqueline P03 2013 -
Macau TowerThe Macau Tower, with the world's highest bungee jump.Photo by: ShirLs_B11 2012 -
The Grand LisboaThe famous casino Grand Lisboa, from across the waters.Photo by: ShirLs_B11 2012 -
From Observation Deck of ...A great 360 degree view from here!Photo by: GLEN MAustralia, 07 2012 -
Macau TowerYou can take a bungee jump here!Photo by: GLEN MAustralia, 07 2012 -
Coach in front of a Macau ...Had lunch at this CasinoPhoto by: GLEN MAustralia, 07 2012 -
Goddess of Mercy - MacauKun Iam StatuePhoto by: GLEN MAustralia, 07 2012 -
100_0940A sign on the window at the top of Macau Tower... 274 meters above ground and the tallest bungee jump spotPhoto by: Tien P06 2012 -
100_0896The top of the Grand Lisboa Casino and Hotel in MacauPhoto by: Tien P06 2012 -
Photo0354My wife appearing in front of one of several historic sights witnessed by us in Macau.Photo by: Parag K05 2012 -
Nice walk in the old townBusy markets and smell of different foods are quite temptingPhoto by: Tomoe T03 2012 -
The world heritage siteHighlight of the historical tour, reminded me of the Piazza di Spagna in RomePhoto by: Tomoe T03 2012 -
P2130166CasinoPhoto by: Andre D02 2012 -
Useful Information
Ruins of Saint Paul in Macau
After your driver picks you up from your hotel, be taken to the ferry terminal to board a catamaran or jetfoil. Enjoy the 60-minute ride to Macau and admire the landscapes of both Hong Kong and Macau.
Upon arrival, begin your full-day sightseeing of Macau with a scenic drive along the Guia Circuit, where the Macau Grand Prix is held annually. Then, stop at the statue of Kum Iam, dedicated to this Goddess of Mercy. Listen to your guide's informative remarks about this goddess as you admire the bronze statue, standing at 66 feet (20 m) high! begin to explore Macau's historic center, the 31st designated UNESCO World Heritage site in China.
Re-board the vehicle and proceed to Macau Tower - at 1,108 feet (338 m), it's the 11th tallest tower in the world! Make sure you have your camera at the ready to capture this iconic Macau site.
Then, begin to explore Macau's historic center with a visit to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed A-Ma Temple, a graceful temple built in 1488 in honor of Matsu, the Goddess of seafarers and fishermen. Afterward, sit down and enjoy a lunch of local specialties in a restaurant expertly selected by your guide.
Continue on to another World Heritage site, the Ruins of St Paul, a 16th-century complex that originally included St Paul's College and the Cathedral of St Paul. With your guide, walk up the 66 steps to the location of the remnants of this old church. Admire the still-remarkable details, including intricate 16th-century stone carvings and sculptures.
Follow your guide on a short walk to the city center below, along its charming cobblestone streets and past quaint shops, larger outlets and local restaurants. Designated as another UNESCO World Heritage site, this pedestrian enclave is the perfect opportunity to see both locals and visitors partaking in both sightseeing and shopping.
Before leaving Macau, try your luck at the gambling tables of the world-famous Macau Casino. After a comprehensive experience of Macau, enjoy a return trip to Hong Kong via the jetfoil or catamaran and then a drop-off to your Hong Kong hotel.
Highlights include:
Highlights include:
- Evocative ruins of the historic church of St Paul, a grand imposing facade of an early 16th century church designed by Italians and built by Japanese Christian exiles
- You'll drive along Guia Circuit where the Macau Grand Prix is held
- Stop at the statue of Kum Iam, the Goddess of Mercy
- Macau Tower, the 11th higest tower in the world. Entry to the observation deck is optional (payable direct)
- A-Ma Temple, a graceful chapel built in 1488
Recent Reviews of this Tour
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