This Is Asia Tours

The Best way to spend time on a layover in Hong Kong! We had the best private tour imaginable, with Jacky Wong as our guide. On a layover, time and confidence are critical, and from the on time meetup, to his professional attitude, we relaxed into a quick immersion into Hong Kong sights, sounds and culture! We stuck to the itinerary, Victoria Peak, HSBC main building, Hollywood Rd, Wan Chai and Aberdeen, with a bonus visit to see the Peninsula Hotel and Star Ferry! We indulged some snacks as we listened to the history, and Jacky Wong adapted his tour to our needs, us having visited before. Highest recommendation for this guide and this tour!

High quality , detailed and customized tour provided by the enthusiastic and accommodating Jacky W. His depth of knowledge of the history, culture and international influences of the region are reflected in his delivery technique, adding to the excitement of the tour. His command of English and capacity to indulge the locals during his tour adds a personal touch, bolstering his obvious love for his job. From driving to walking and water tours, the element of surprise is always up his sleeve. Strongly recommend this tour for those seeking the details of the history of Hongkong and its outlying regions

Got picked up the morning we disembarked in Hong Kong after a 14 day cruise. We did HK for 2 days and Macau for 1 day. Jacky is professional, informative and fun. Felt like we really covered all the big spots. Amazing few days. Thank you, Jacky!

We had a great one day private layover tour in Hong Kong. The company was very responsive over WhatsApp even with our last minute prep. On the tour itself our guide Liz was very responsive to the varying energy levels and interests of the elderly members of our group. It wasn’t just a fixed formula program but adjusted multiple times during the day for weather, length of lines, etc

We enjoyed a 'magnificent' tour during our layover at the Hong Kong airport! Jacky W. met us inside the airport and immediately connected with a smile and overview of the itinerary! He knows the city of Hong Kong amazingly well from driving the streets, to the main tourist attractions--Victoria's Peak. We even had the opportunity to sample delicacies at the local markets! Jacky gave us a historical perspective of Hong Kong along with current growth of this spectacular city! He shared photos of our excursion and selected an itinerary that returned us to the airport in plenty of time for our next flight! We're absolutely thrilled to have taken the private car tour....we feel like we experienced Hong Kong in a day. Thank-you again Jacky for sharing your expertise!!

Truly remarkable city that was brought to life by Jacky and This is Asia Tours. The historical significance of this city is unbelievable and should be on everyone's " Must See" list when visiting Macao or in the Hong Kong area. Our day began visiting the area where Portuguese sailors first landed and that set the tone for the day long exploration of the city and the centuries long growth of the Chinese and Portuguese cultural co- existence. Be sure to visit the old town and eat an egg tart. You will never forget this city and will think of Macao often after you leave. Well Done This is Asia Tours. Thank You!

We had a one and a half cruise stop in Hong Kong. This is Asia Tours made our visit memorable. We took two tour, one in the City and one to Lantau Island. We would not have the opportunity to see as much as we did without the tours. Excellent communication, great organization and deep knowledge of the area with lots of tips and facts. Do yourself a favor, do not look anywhere else, This is Asia and Jacky is your best choice.

My tour guide Robert was great! He was on time, very engaging in conversations around Hong Kong and its history. He gives notices well in advance of the next place or action to be taken. His knowledge about Hong Kong is indepth. My guide was also very patient throughout the tour. Overall, it was an excellent experience walking round the city.

Don't just visit Hong Kong. Live like a local for a day, or two! So lucky that we booked private tours with This is Asia Tours for two amazing days in Hong Kong and Lantau Island. Our first tour was going so well that we booked a second one for two days later midway through our first day. Guided by Jacky and Liz, our group really experienced the best the city had to offer alongside a local guide. So much fun "Hong Kong hopping" as we explored so many different neighborhoods, markets, historic sites and local hangouts. Loved seeing the real Hong Kong off the typical tourist path. Definitely two of the best tours that we have ever booked. After being picked up at the cruise terminal, our history and culture lesson started as we headed up to Victoria Peak. Along the way we learned about how and why the British came in 1842 and started to understand the complexities of the housing issues in Hong Kong. Visited St. John's Cathedral which is the only freehold land in Hong Kong and the oldest Anglican Church in the Far East. Then it was off to the bank. The story of HSBC really explains the story of Hong Kong. From simple beginnings to World Wars through turmoil and progress, it was so interesting to see and hear the history that Jacky shared. Really fascinating. Man Mo Temple. Nan Lian Garden. Chi Lin Nunnery. So many beautiful temples and gardens in Hong Kong. How do you choose? Loved being able to really enjoy the peace and tranquility of these sacred spaces against the frenetic hustle and bustle of the city. The gardens were so perfectly manicured. The temple and nunnery fed your soul. So many markets. Sneaker Street. Ladies Street. Goldfish. Bird. Flower. Wan Chai. Temple Street. Aberdeen fishing village. Each so different and unique. Fresh fish at the Wan Chai wet market. Loved the hawker stalls and fresh fruits along Fa Yuen Street. So many orchids and bonsai at the Flower Market. The puppies, bunnies and colorful fish were so cute at the Goldfish Market. Hungry? Loved the introduction to Hong Kong bakeries, steamed buns, roasted goose and dumplings by Jacky from This Is Asia tours. We had the most delicious treats (including Michelin) along the way. Loved trying mochi, vegetarian dumplings, banana cake, pineapple buns with and without cold butter, hot and cold Hong Kong Milk tea, French toast filled with peanut butter, egg tarts, turtle bread, rice and chicken, chicken tarts and much more in Kowloon and the Wan Chai District. Pineapple Buns. Egg Tarts. Cocktail Buns. Pineapple buns have no pineapple. Instead, these pillowy soft buns are topped with a beautifully cracked crust that resembles a pineapple. Eat them on their own or stuffed with a slab of cold butter. In the late 1940s, Hong Kong-style cafés called cha chaan tengs were both popular and competitive for customers. A baker was inspired to turn a savory dough into a sweet treat. He mixed flour, sugar, and ammonia to form a dough and baked it on top of bread. The resulting product, the pineapple bun, was born. This fragrant, crunchy and sweet treat is a Hong Kong staple to this day. The Cantonese cousin of English custard tarts, egg tarts come in many delicious variations. These yellow gems originated in Guangzhou in the early 20th century, when Chinese interaction with Britain grew. Egg tarts are a combination of steamed egg pudding and puff pastry. They graced Hong Kong in the 1940s, but initially were only served at high-end restaurants. Their popularity spread and egg tarts are now part of Hong Kong's intangible cultural heritage. Love the Hong Kong cocktail buns. These soft, buttery brioches are stuffed with a sweet coconut filling and sprinkled with sesame seeds. It's suggested that the sweet filling was inspired by leftovers. In the 1950s, a cha chaan teng owner didn't want to waste food so he crushed up some leftover bread together with sugar to make a filling. Since the mixture consisted of many different types of bread, it reminded people of a "cocktail." Today, the filling includes shredded coconut and butter, definitely a Hong Kong favorite. So delicious. Try them all. A sweet taste of Hong Kong's history. On the way to the airport two days later, our group met Liz for a tour of Lantua Island. What a treasure! Loved exploring the Tai O Fishing Village. Stilt houses. Bridges. Kwan Tai Temple. Snow White and the seven dwarfs. Pomelos for a Happy New Year. A boat ride to see the pink dolphins unique to Hong Kong. Liz said that we were so lucky to see so many on our boat tour. Since This Is Asia Tours have permits to drive on Lantau Island, we saved so much time. Nice to be able to drive directly to the gates leading to the Big Buddha and the Po Lin Monastery. Climbed up and down 280 steps to get to the Buddha. So beautiful and the views are stunning. Took the Ngong Ping 360 Crystal Cable Car back down the mountain and then had a 15-minute drive to the airport. Two amazing five-star days with Jacky and Liz.

Want to see Hong Kong like a local?? Then book a private tour with Jacky or Liz from This Is Asia Tours. Our party of five was treated to two incredible days. We visited local markets,temples, and even a bank in Hong Kong. The view from Victoria Peak was gorgeous as were the gardens at Nan Lian. Sampled so many tasty treats. Both Jacky and Liz followed the dietary restrictions for two members as we ate so many sweet and savory delicious bites. The stop at the Hong Lin Restaurant was a great place for hot Hong Kong milk tea, French toast and pineapple buns with butter. Tai O Fishing Village with Liz was an unexpected pleasant surprise in Lantau Island. Even saw dolphins. Visiting the Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, and cable car was a highlight of our tour that day. Book a tour with This Is Asia Tours with Jacky or Liz for the best day in Hong Kong.

I was in town for a convention and business meetings but had a couple days for private use and was traveling alone. Jacky put together an itinerary that totally fitted my schedule and was very flexible. I saw a lot on his Kowloon night tour and went to the next day to Shenzhen with him. Even when I needed some specfic items for souvenirs or presents he checked out all the shops until I got what I needed. His service was most excellent! Thank you for a great time in Hong Kong!