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Extension Tour Program in Hong Kong

One full day in Macau

Today, your excursion in Macau will bring you to Leal Senado and Senado Square, the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Monte Fort & Macau Museum, A-Ma Temple and the Macau Maritime Museum.
- Leal Senado and Senado Square: Leal Senado means "Loyal Senate", it is home to Macau's municipal government, the senate chamber is very grand and is the most famous and impressive example of Portuguese architecture in Macau. Opposite the entrance to the senate chamber is Senado Square in European style which is filled with churches, restaurants and cafes.
- The Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral: Macau's most famous landmark and symbol, perched atop one of the island's seven hills, St. Paul's Cathedral was first built in 1602 by Jesuit priests and was destroyed by fire in 1835, only the spectacular massive facade survived, now it is taken as one of the greatest Christian monument in the East.
- The Monte Fort & Macau Museum: situated on a hill overlooking the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Monte Fort was built by the Jesuits at the same time as the Cathedral in order to protect the churchmen and survive a long siege, but the cannons were only used once to repel the Dutch from the island in 1622. The Macau Museum in the fort shows you detailed history, traditions and culture of Macau. 
- A-Ma Temple: the oldest temple in Macau, parts of the temple are more than 600 years old and were built before the arrival of the Portuguese, the temple is dedicated to the god A-Ma who is respected by local people as Mother and Queen of the Sea, the boat people of Macau would come here on a pilgrimage each year in late April or early May.
- The Macau Maritime Museum: the museum has an interesting collection of boats and artifacts associating with Macau's seafaring past.

Two full day in Macau

Arrive at Macau today, the excursion today will bring you to the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Monte Fort & Macau Museum, A-Ma Temple, the Macau Maritime Museum and Penha Church.
- The Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral: Macau's most famous landmark and symbol, perched atop one of the island's seven hills, St. Paul's Cathedral was first built in 1602 by Jesuit priests and was destroyed by fire in 1835, only the spectacular massive facade survived, now it is taken as one of the greatest Christian monument in the East.
- The Monte Fort & Macau Museum: situated on a hill overlooking the Ruins of St. Paul's Cathedral, the Monte Fort was built by the Jesuits at the same time as the Cathedral in order to protect the churchmen and survive a long siege, but the cannons were only used once to repel the Dutch from the island in 1622. The Macau Museum in the fort shows you detailed history, traditions and culture of Macau. 
- A-Ma Temple: the oldest temple in Macau, parts of the temple are more than 600 years old and were built before the arrival of the Portuguese, the temple is dedicated to the god A-Ma who is respected by local people as Mother and Queen of the Sea, the boat people of Macau would come here on a pilgrimage each year in late April or early May.
- The Macau Maritime Museum: the museum has an interesting collection of boats and artifacts associating with Macau's seafaring past.
- Penha Church: first built in 1622 and rebuilt in 1835, situated on the top of Penha Hill, this beautiful chapel was a pilgrimage point for seafarers, and it offers excellent panoramic views of central Macau and nearby China.

 

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China Odyssey Tours provide "private tours" in Hong Kong and other cities all over China.
We will design your trip according to your needs and budget.
During the tour, you will have a knowledgeable local guide, a licensed driver and a comfortable vehicle at your service.

Booking Notes

  • As many international conventions are held in Hongkong, you’d better remember to book your accommodation well in advance for special occasions. There's no kindsize-bed room for 3 stars hotel.
  • Hong Kong dining reservation service is not offered at China Odyssey Tours, as the food in Hong Kong is generally expensive, while you will have a chance to savor the numerous delicious local foods as you like.
  • Non-stop express bus service is available between Hong Kong and Guangzhou.


China Odyssey customer Vincent from USA. with his travel consultant Reinself and the local guide in Guilin

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