TOUR CODE: HKGDPS
Trip Type: Independent Journey
Experience this 10-day journey to the vibrant city of Hong Kong with its living fusions of East meets West. Then escape to Bali, Indonesia’s hidden paradise, known for its clear water, white sands, and unique culture. Bali is an ideal destination for a tropical getaway.
Cordis Hotel Club privileges at the Club Lounge located on the 36th floor with panoramic views of Hong Kong:
ARRIVE IN BALI
Arrive in Bali, the Island of a Thousand Temples. Your guide will welcome you at the airport and escort you to your hotel in the Nusa Dua area with direct beach access.
Amarterra Villas Bali Nusa Dua is a luxurious resort located just a few steps from Nusa Dua Beach and Bali Collection Shopping Mall. Each villa features a private pool, dining, and seating areas.
FREE DAY IN BALI (B)
Today is free to adjust to the new surroundings.
UBUD CULTURAL TOUR (B)
Learn about Balinese culture, architecture, and traditions on a half-day tour with your personal, knowledgeable guide. Ubud and its neighboring villages have been known as the center of Balinese art for centuries. First, we drive to Batubulan village to see Balinese handmade Batik weaving. Visit Celuk village to see gold and silversmiths at work. Then, proceed to Mas, the home of Bali’s wood carving crafts, before venturing to the Sacred Monkey Forest, where you will see gray macaques roam among Hindu temples in the forest. Stroll through Ubud Traditional Art Market, where you can pick up some local crafts and souvenirs. Our last stop is the Ubud King Palace, where you can walk around to take pictures of the traditional Balinese architecture complex. Return to your hotel en route, passing through the bountiful Tegalalang Rice Terrace.
BALI (B)
You are free today to explore the island at your leisure. Or, spend the day at the upscale Seminyak area, known for its high-end shopping, trendy boutiques, excellent restaurants, beach clubs, and bar.
Optional Experience
Uluwatu Temple with Kecak Dance Performance and seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay: +$79 per person (Minimum of two participants)
Experience the best sundown spot in Bali on a visit to Uluwatu Temple, a Balinese temple built to protect the island from evil spirits at the edge of a 230-foot-high cliff with a commanding view of the Indian Ocean. After exploring the temple and watching the sunset, experience one of Bali’s most famous cultural performances, the Kecak Fire Dance. With a beautiful ocean sunset as your backdrop, enjoy a Kecak dance with traditional Balinese movements and chants performed in a circle around a blazing torch. Sink your feet in the sand as you dine and relax at the end of an unforgettable evening! After the tour, savor a barbecue seafood dinner at Jimbaran Bay.
BALI (B)
A free day in Nusa Dua. For shopping lovers, the Bali Collection shopping mall is within walking distance of your resort. If you are a museum lover, the Pasifika art collection is 0.2 miles from your hotel. Or, if you want to be active, then join a cycling tour. In the early evening, go for a walk along the Nusa Dua Promenade.
Optional Experience (Minimum of two participants)
Pura Taman Ayun & Tanah Lot Temple Tour: +$49 per person
Set off for a tour to one of the most beautiful temples in South Bali, the Pura Taman Ayun, a former royal family temple built in the 17th century by the former King of Mengwi. Its name means “the floating flower garden” as the temple sits in the middle of an artificial lake. It has three ascending levels of spacious courtyards containing rows of shrines and pavilions. Take a short walk through the complex and admire the impressive surrounding. Continue to the famous Tanah Lot Temple, the most popular and photographed temple on the island located in the coastal side of the Beraban countryside. Tanah Lot Temple stands for earth (Tanah) and sea (Lot). Its spectacular setting on an impressive rock overlooking the sea makes it a perfect place to enjoy a fantastic sunset in a breathtaking environment. After our tour, transfer back to your hotel.
BALI/HONG KONG (B)
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Hong Kong. Hong Kong is a glamorous city and a top choice for luxury shopping, mouth-watering cuisines, and an impressive skyline. Upon arrival, meet your driver at the airport for your private transfer to your hotel in the trendy Mong Kok district, in the center of Kowloon.
HONG KONG (B)
Today is free at leisure. Your hotel offers a complimentary Mongkok Walking Tour, which takes in the eclectic lights, flavors, aroma, and bustle of market shopping in Mongkok. You will get to experience famous bazaars such as the Ladies Market and various electronic, live fish, and fresh produce markets. Please get in touch with the hotel concierge for details. Tour departs from the hotel daily, excluding public holidays.
A complimentary wine tasting hosted by the Sommelier from the hotel’s Michelin-starred Ming Court is available for hotel guests between 6 pm and 7 pm daily in the Ming Cellar. No pre-booking is required.
Spend your evening exploring Hong Kong’s night market. As the sun sets and the lights come on, Temple Street Night Market at Yau Ma Tei and Jordan comes to life. You’ll find everything from tea wares and traditional crafts to novelty t-shirts and the latest tech accessories. This outdoor market is also where locals head for fortune-telling and delicious Cantonese cuisine.
HONG KONG (B)
You are free today to plan your itinerary. Visit Mong Kok’s unique markets such as Fa Yuen Street Market, Flower Market, Bird Market, Goldfish Market, and Ladies Market. They are all within easy access from your hotel.
Fa Yuen Street is the best place in Hong Kong for shopping lovers to shop for sneakers and sportswear. For street art lovers, Mongkok’s Argyle Street, a secret alleyway filled with extraordinary graffiti pieces. Running for about two blocks long and nicknamed the graffiti wall of fame provides a unique walking tour of Hong Kong street art.
For food lovers, Mong Kok has its fair share of tasty eateries. You will discover street food stands, bars, and restaurants to satisfy all tastes. Harry Potter fans will love the 9 ¾ Café on Yin Chong Street, just one of the many themed cafes in the city. If you’re a fan of cats, Café de Kitten is the perfect place to unwind. You can enjoy the company of its resident cats while sipping coffee or tea. You can also indulge your love of cheese with various dishes, including cheese ice cream, at Cow Cow Café on Argyle Street.
DEPART HONG KONG (B)
Meet your guide for your private transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: B= Breakfast
Per person, based on double occupancy
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