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The RMS Queen Elizabeth, was one of the two superliners built by John Brown & Company in Clydebank, Scotland, in the 1930s and definitely one of the most elegant ever built. During construction, she was known as Hull 552 and was later named in honor of Queen Elizabeth.

Launched, on 27 September 1938, the RMS Queen Elizabeth (1,031 feet long and 118.5 feet wide) was the largest passenger liner ever constructed. With the beginning of World War II, she was sent to New York and docked alongside her older sister, RMS Queen Mary as the British were afraid that she might be destroyed by German bombs.

Although she was originally constructed as an ocean liner, in February 1940, the RMS Queen Elizabeth entered service as troop transport ship and was released from war duty about six years later.

It carried up to 15,000 soldiers and during this period it is said that she carried nearly 1 million soldiers and sailed over 500,000 miles. When World War II ended, the RMS Queen Elizabeth was finally able to return to commercial service.

In October 1946 the RMS Queen Elizabeth left on her maiden passenger voyage and for the next 20 years, she was one of the dominant transatlantic carriers.

The RMS Queen Elizabeth crossed the Atlantic for the last time on 5 November 1968 before it was sold to a group of Philadelphia businessmen whose plan was to turn it into a tourist attraction in Port Everglades, Florida.

Only two years later, the ship was deemed a fire hazard and was closed down by the local authorities. Hong Kong businessman Tung Chao Yung, who wanted to convert her into a floating university purchased the RMS Queen Elizabeth at auction in 1970.

The new owner renamed the ship to Seawise University and sent it to Hong Kong Harbor to be repaired. The original interiors were removed and new machinery was added but just before it was completed a fire broke out. It quickly spread everywhere and although many fireboats did eventually arrive and worked hard for 24 hours in order to extinguish the flames but there was nothing they could do and the ship was completely destroyed.

No one knows for sure what caused the fire and some say that the fires were set deliberately as part of insurance fraud. What led to this rumors is the fact that Tung Chao Yung bought the ship for $3.5 mil, and had insured it for $8 million. However, he was never charged.

It was the largest passenger shipwreck and remained like that until the Costa Concordia disaster on 13 January 2012. Two years later, the wreck of what was once the RMS Queen Elizabeth featured as the MI6 Headquarters in the James Bond film, “The Man with the Golden Gun”.

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It remained in Hong Kong Harbor for a number of years before it finally received a proper burial in the late 1990s.

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Fire breaks out on former RMS Queen Elizabeth

On January 9, 1972, the ship Seawise University (formerly the RMS Queen Elizabeth) sinks in Hong Kong Harbor despite a massive firefighting effort over two days.

The Queen Elizabeth, named after the wife of King George VI, was launched on September 27, 1938; at the time, it was the largest passenger steamship ever constructed. When World War II began, the Queen Elizabeth was sent to New York to protect it from German bombs. There, it was docked next to the Normandie and the Queen Mary, the other two largest passenger ships of the time.

Later, the Queen Elizabeth was called into service as a troop transport ship, carrying nearly 1 million soldiers during the war. Following the war, the ship returned to commercial service and became one of the dominant transatlantic carriers, hauling thousands of people back and forth between England and the United States. In 1968, the ship’s owner, the Cunard Steamship Company, sold the Queen Elizabeth to a company that sought to turn it into a tourist attraction and hotel in Philadelphia. However, the aging ship was deemed a fire hazard and two years later it was sold to Hong Kong businessman C.Y. Tung, who wanted to use the ship as a floating college. It was renamed Seawise University and sent to Hong Kong Harbor for refitting.

On January 8, fire broke out on the ship and virtually the entire Hong Kong firefighting force turned out to try to save it. Despite heroic efforts over two days, the old ship turned on its side and sank to the bottom of the harbor. Fortunately, no one was killed. Two years later, the wreck served as the backdrop for a key scene in The Man With the Golden Gun , a 1974 film starring Roger Moore as James Bond.

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The Case for Sabotage and Arson .

For more than 50 years, the 83,000-ton RMS Queen Elizabeth was the largest passenger ship in the world.

Launched on Sept. 27, 1938, as a sister vessel to the Cunard Line’s Queen Mary, the Queen Elizabeth is emblematic of a period during which shipping companies vied to build ever bigger and faster trans-Atlantic liners.

The beginning of World War II prompted the British military to outfit both the Mary and the Elizabeth as troop carriers, a function both ships filled for the duration of the war.

The development of the air travel industry soon prompted a decline in travel by sea, though. By 1961, millions were flying across the Atlantic and fewer than a million were crossing by ship.

The Queen Elizabeth was subsequently retired in 1968, and three years later was sold to the Chinese shipping tycoon C.Y. Tung. Tung then brought the ship to Hong Kong to be converted to a floating school called “Seawise University.”

As an entry on the official Cunard site states, “An inquiry in July 1972 confirmed that it had been the work of an arsonist but the culprit was never found. In Dec. 1973, it was decided to scrap the hulk. The ship’s final protest came Nov. 5, 1975 when it rolled over and disgorged several tons of oil that polluted the surrounding waters and beaches.’’

Some 37 years after the demise of the Queen Elizabeth, the mystery of how the ship met its end was, and still is, a matter of conjecture. After an initial court of inquiry, the matter was handed over to the criminal investigation department of the Hong Kong police. Even in 2003, people were still waiting to hear what the police had discovered.

An eyewitness account and the Queen’s final resting place.

What had started as puffs of smoke from portholes turned into a raging inferno in the upper superstructure generating huge volumes of smoke. This, over only a three hour period,” Hudson writes.

The whole story.

GreatOceanLiners.net offers a complete history of the Queen Elizabeth, ranging from its construction and launch, to its important function in the war effort. The Web site even records the ship’s role in the 1974 James Bond movie “The Man With the Golden Gun,” during which it served as MI6’s Hong Kong headquarters.

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Queen Elizabeth (1940) Meets a Fiery End

On 9 January 1972, fire broke out onboard Seawise University (ex. Queen Elizabeth (1940)) in Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbor. The former Cunard liner was undergoing conversion into the “World Campus Afloat” envisioned by her new owner C.Y. Tung, a Hong Kong tycoon—hence the liner’s fresh name, “C.Y’s University.”

As was the case with Normandie in 1942, water poured onto the vessel by fireboats dampened the inferno but also caused the ship to capsize. The burned-out, partially sunken hulk remained in the busy harbor until it was dismantled and sold for scrap in the period between 1974 and 1975. The historic liner’s keel and boilers still sit on the harbor floor, marked as a hazard on navigational charts.

Questions Arise Was the fire suspicious? Many think so. At the time of the fire, the South China Morning Post cited an official with the liner’s owner as claiming that the blaze broke out in four different locations simultaneously. Meanwhile, Hong Kong’s fire chief told the press that he was surprised at the fire’s intensity. Accusations were made (then and now) that dissatisfied laborers set the ship alight. Still, all these years later, no definitive proof of arson has even been found.

Several years ago, Parker Pens created a special edition of 5,000 pens made from parts of the wreckage. Each pen came in a presentation box and was accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

Eerie Foreshadowing On the evening of 28 January 1953, a fire of suspicious origin broke out in one of Queen Elizabeth’s main deck cabins as she lay in the George V dry dock in Southampton. The blaze was quickly extinguished by teams of shipboard and Southampton firefighters, but detectives of the Criminal Investigation Department said at the time they were not satisfied that the fire was accidental.

Just three days earlier, the 24,325 GRT Canadian Pacific liner Empress of Canada had burned out and capsized at her dock in Liverpool.

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Queen Elizabeth's Mysterious Sinking

On Jan. 9, 1972, the British ocean liner Queen Elizabeth burst into flames and sank in Victoria Harbour. Although the fires were determined to be the work of arsonists, no one has ever been charged with the crime.

The RMS Queen Elizabeth, a 83,000-ton ocean liner, was the largest ship in the world when it launched in 1938. It was retired 30 years later and subsequently purchased by Chinese shipping tycoon C.Y. Tung, who brought the ship to Hong Kong to be converted to a floating school called “Seawise University.”

On the morning of Sunday, Jan. 9, 1972, while the Queen Elizabeth was anchored in Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour, a series of fires suddenly broke out aboard the ship, forcing hundreds of visiting shipyard workers and their families to evacuate the ship.

John A. Hudson, an Englishman who had sailed his own boat into Hong Kong Harbor, describes watching the fire: “What caught our attention from a distance across the water was smoke coming from the ship's portholes; not just one or two portholes but from almost all of them from stem to stern on one side. … What had started as puffs of smoke from portholes turned into a raging inferno in the upper superstructure generating huge volumes of smoke. This, over only a three hour period.

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Ship sinks in storm off Hong Kong, dozens of crew in danger

In this image released by Hong Kong Government Flying Service, helicopter crew members winch up a man from a sinking ship in the South China Sea, 300 kilometers (186 miles) south of Hong Kong, Saturday, July 2, 2022, as Typhoon Chaba was moving in the area. The industrial support ship operating in the South China Sea has sunk with the possible loss of more than two dozen crew members, rescue services in Hong Kong said Saturday. (Hong Kong Government Flying Service via AP)

In this image released by Hong Kong Government Flying Service, a helicopter with rescue crew members approaches a sinking ship in the South China Sea, 300 kilometers (186 miles) south of Hong Kong, Saturday, July 2, 2022, as Typhoon Chaba was moving in the area. The industrial support ship operating in the South China Sea has sunk with the possible loss of more than two dozen crew members, rescue services in Hong Kong said Saturday. (Hong Kong Government Flying Service via AP)

This photo released by Hong Kong Government Flying Service shows a cargo ship broken in half in the South China Sea, 300 kilometers (186 miles) south of Hong Kong, Saturday, July 2, 2022, as Typhoon Chaba was moving in the area. The industrial support ship operating in the South China Sea has sunk with the possible loss of more than two dozen crew members, rescue services in Hong Kong said Saturday. (Hong Kong Government Flying Service via AP)

People stand by the shore as the Hong Kong Observatory raised its No.8 storm warning, in Hong Kong, Saturday, July 2, 2022. Typhoon Chaba is buffeting Hong Kong, bringing high winds and plenty of rain, but no serious damage, as of midday Saturday. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

A girl walks past a fallen tree branches as the Hong Kong Observatory raised its No.8 storm warning, in Hong Kong, Saturday, July 2, 2022. Typhoon Chaba is buffeting Hong Kong, bringing high winds and plenty of rain, but no serious damage, as of midday Saturday. (AP Photo/Kin Cheung)

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HONG KONG (AP) — An industrial support ship operating in the South China Sea has sunk in a storm with the possible loss of more than two dozen crew members, rescue services in Hong Kong said Saturday.

Authorities dispatched planes and helicopters to aid in the rescue, with at least three people from the crew of 30 brought to safety as of 5:30 p.m. (1030 GMT) Saturday.

Photos released by the Hong Kong Government Flying Service showed one crew member being winched up to a rescue helicopter as big waves lashed the sinking vessels, which had broken up in two parts.

The accident occurred about 300 kilometers (186 miles) south of Hong Kong.

The Flying Service did not give the name or origin of the vessel. It said in a statement that crew members were negotiating difficulties brought on by Severe Tropical Storm Chaba, which was packing maximum winds of 110 kilometers (68 miles) per hour.

The storm made landfall in the western part of the coastal province of Guangdong later Saturday.

The Hong Kong service sent two fixed-wing aircraft and four helicopters for the rescue effort.

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At Least 12 Dead and Over a Dozen Missing After Typhoon Sinks Ship in Hong Kong

Four crew members have since been rescued after tropical storm Chaba caused a Chinese engineering ship to break in half over the weekend

A typhoon sank a ship off the coast of Hong Kong on Saturday, tragically killing dozens of crew members, according to reports.

At least 12 people are confirmed dead and four have been rescued, while over a dozen other remain missing after the Fujing001 ship broke in half about 185 miles southwest of Hong Kong, per CNN .

On Sunday, Hong Kong Government Flying Services Controller West Wu Wai-hung said during a press conference that the chances of finding more survivors were "very, very slim."

"We would like to give our hearts to those families of the missing sailors and workers, and I do wish that we could find some survivors, it will be a miracle to do that," he said before suspending search operations overnight on Saturday due to poor weather conditions.

However, just a few hours later, the fourth crew member, described as a deck worker in "normal physical condition," was rescued from the waters, CNN reported.

The Chinese engineering ship, which was carrying 30 people and helping build offshore wind farms, was sheltering from tropical storm Chaba on Saturday when the incident happened, according to the Associated Press .

Maritime officials told the outlet that winds were blowing at up to 68 miles per hour, causing the ship to drag its anchor and break the anchor chain. The ship then snapped in half and sank.

According to the AP, the ship was in close proximity to the center of the storm, which later upgraded to a typhoon as it made landfall in Guangdong.

Because of the vessel's position to the storm, rescue operations became incredibly difficult. Hong Kong sent two fixed-wing aircraft and four helicopters to help with rescue efforts, before they were able to rescue three crew members.

The trio are now said to be in stable condition as they receive treatment at North Lantau Hospital, according to CNN.

Twelve bodies have also been recovered but they have not yet been identified, Chinese maritime authorities confirmed, per the AP.

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As of Sunday, Hong Kong's flying service said they used three fixed-wing aircraft, six helicopters and 36 rescuers for the search operation, which spanned a total of 807 miles, according to CNN.

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The Guangdong Maritime Search and Rescue Center also said it used seven rescue vessels, multiple salvage, merchant and coast guard ships and was coordinating with China Southern Airlines to send rescue helicopters, per the outlet.

At this time, the search for survivors remains ongoing.

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Hong Kong is a deepwater port city and one of China's two Special Administrative Regions/SARs (together with Macau ) with total area approx 2755 km2 / 1064 mi2, of which ~60% is water. The city has population around 7,3 million, ranking it the world's 4th most densely populated (6800 people per km2 / 17600 per mi2).

British Hong Kong was established as a colony in the mid-19th-century (1841) when Great Britain ceded Hong Kong Island. The colony was expanded in 1860 (when was ceded also the Kowloon Peninsula) and in 1898 Great Britain leased the territory from China for 99 years, paying annual rent. Hong Kong was transferred to China in 1997, while Portuguese Macau (the whole territory) was transferred to China in 1999. China's special administrative regions/autonomous territories HKSAR (Hong Kong) and MSAR (Macao) maintain their own governments and economies (separate from those in mainland China) and even have their own flags and currencies (HKD/Hong Kong dollar, and MOP/Macanese Pataca).

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Hong Kong Port (locode HKHKG) is on South China Sea and is one of several Chinese hub seaports that serve East and Southeast Asia. In 2007, the port set a record in container cargo handling - 23,9 million TEU containers, including around 456,000 vessels carrying around 243 million tons of cargo and over 25 million passengers.

The Port serves predominantly container shipping traffic (mainly manufactured products), raw materials shipping and passenger shipping ( ferry and cruise). The port features a natural deep-water harbor waterway (Victoria Harbour) providing safe docking / berthing and the ability to handle all types of ships. The port is among the world's largest and busiest in terms of shipping movements, handled cargo volumes and passenger shipping traffic.

The Port's average turnaround time for container ships is about 10 hours. The seaport has 9 container terminals - at Kwai Tsing, Stonecutters Island, and Tsing Yi. A large number of containers are also handled at Tuen Mun's River Trade Terminal.

Kwai Tsing Container Terminals are in the harbor's northwestern part. there are 9 terminals with a total of 24 berths (frontage length approx 8,5 km / 5,3 mi). The total area covered by these terminals is approx 2,7 km2 (1 mi2). These terminals' total capacity is over 18 million TEUs (containers). These 9 container ship terminals handle around 60% of the port's total traffic.

At Tuen Mun (near Pillar Point) is located the River Trade Terminal. Its main services include container consolidation, and bulk cargo shipping between Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta ports ( Guangzhou-Nansha , Macau, Shenzhen , Jiangmen, Huizhou, Zhaoqing). The River Trade Terminal was opened in 1999. It covers a total area of 0,65 km2 (0,25 mi2) and has quay length of approx 3 lm (2 mi).

Seaport's mid-stream operations involve the handling of container ships at anchorage/at sea. These operations are performed mainly by barges, which load/offload the containers from/to docking piers located nearby. This port service (at sea container handling) is unique for Hong Kong and ogten preffered by smaller cargo shipping companies du to the service's significantly lower handling fees in comparison to those at the dedicated container terminals. The port's mid-stream operations include 11 container yards covering a total area of approx 0,28 km2 (0,1 mi2) with frontage length approx 3,2 km (2 mi).

Port Hong Kong also has facilities for ship repairs and drydocs that can serve all types of ships. The port's 2 floating dry-docks are off Tsing Yi Island's west coast, while the other 2 are northeast of Lantau Island. The largest drydock can accommodate the world's largest vessels with DWT up to 150,000 tons. The port also has numerous smaller shipyards offering repairs and building of smaller vessels.

The port has 58 mooring buoys, of which 31 can serve vessels with LOA length up to 183 m (600 ft) and 27 - with LOA length 137 m (450 ft). There are 44 "typhoon buoys" used for ship mooring during typhoons. The port also has 3 anchorages (for international vessels) and another 16 anchorages used for dangerous goods (8) and general purposes (8) including temporary berthing.

The seaport provides over 460 marine support vessels for navigation assistance throughout its waterways.

Port Hong Kong is the world's 4th biggest and most efficient containership cargo port (following Shanghai , Singapore and Shenzhen ). In 2013, the port handled 22,35 million TEU containers (compared to Shanghai's 33,62 million).

• UN-LOCODE (United Nations location code) - HKHKG
• supported by excellent road, rail and air infrastructure
• deep water harbor and berths
• sheltered harbor area
• access unrestricted by tides
• capability to accommodate more than 4 cruise vessels at a time
• Both Hong Kong cruise ship terminals provide shore-to-ship power (shore-side electricity supply) which reduces significantly the levels of emissions, noise and vibration in port.
• The cruise port is accessible the whole year round - 24/7, 365 days a tear.
• Cruise ships usually arrive in Hong Kong in the early morning (7 or 8 am) or early afternoon (1 pm), and depart from Hong Kong in the late afternoon (at 5 or 6 pm).

Hong Kong cruise port

Royal Caribbean started cruise operations in Asia in 2007, with roundtrips from (homeporting ships in) Hong Kong and Shanghai. In 2007, Hong Kong had around 133,000 homeport passengers (booked roundtrips).

(statistics) in the period April 2013 - March 2014, the number of people that visited Kai Tak Terminal was 319516, plus 185128 HK residents. Between April 2014 - February 2015, the number of HK visitors grew to 692804 plus 702319 HK residents. (statistics) the HK's Kai Tak terminal handled ~220,000 cruise passengers in 2015. The expected number for 2016 is 350,000 passengers.

(statistics) of all Kai Tak cruise ship calls in Hong Kong, ~80% of the passengers are on round-trip itineraries from here. Many passengers/crew fly in and out of HK, stay in local hotels, and many of them stay additional days. Located near the terminal shopping malls report increased spending by cruise ship passengers. Cruise lines spend on local advertising, provisioning, port pilots and tug boat assistance, dockworkers and ground handlers, buses, tour operators, commissions.

In March 2015, a "Cruise Port Development" study on ports in Asia positioned Hong Kong among 21 ports (for round-trip 6-7-days Asian cruise itineraries) which already have plans to upgrade their existing facilities (berths for up to 100,000 GRT, infrastructure). Among those ports were also - China (Sanya, Xiamen, Qingdao), Taiwan (Keelung, Hualien), Japan (Miyakojima, Takamatsu), South Korea (Mokpo, Yeosu), Vietnam (Hon La), Philippines (Manila, Boracay, Puerto Princesa).

June 21, 2015, one of the world's biggest cruise vessels - Quantum of the Seas - entered Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour. The RCI ship (168,666 tons, length 1142 ft / 348 m, capacity 5000 passengers) berthed at Kai Tak Terminal. The ship looked like a floating skyscraper with its 16 decks above water. Its call here was part of a 54-day repositioning itinerary from New York to Shanghai.

(statistics 2016-2017) Kai Tak Terminal's shipping traffic expectations for 2016 were 330000 passengers, doubling in 2017 to 660000 pax. According to statistics, 25-30% of all embarking passengers are from mainland China, 30-40% from Hong Kong, and the balance - from international destinations and near China Asian countries. Ocean and Kai Tak terminals (combined) handled ~1,7 million passengers in 2017, which was 4,4% increase over 2016. Of those 1,7 million, 708,000 were homeported (booked on roundtrips), 80% were Chinese (including Taiwanese) and over 50% were HK residents.

An official HKTB (Hong Kong Tourism Board) study revealed that China has a huge potential of minimum 83 million cruise ship tourists. This is 4 times the current number of all cruise passengers worldwide. The island's close location to Central China and Taiwan and its connectivity by air, high-speed trains and land transportation (via Zhuhai-Macao Bridge) provide the Hong Kong port potential 50+ million cruise tourists. According to the study, most of these passengers are younger and family-oriented. About 70% have families with children under 16 and intended to book a cruise vacation. Over 51% of all respondents were between 20 and 29 years old and seriously considering taking a cruise break in near future.

In 2016 was inaugurated a ferry service to Kai Tak Terminal. The new ferry pier was opened on March 29, 2016. The renovated Kai Tak Ferry Pier is located at the former Kai Tak Airport fire station and near the new cruise port. Special ceremonies (including party events) were held on the Cunard ship RMS Queen Mary 2 . Kai Tak Ferry Pier allows cruise ship passengers disembarking in Hong Kong (as well as local visitors) the convenience to travel on shore excursions via ferries and also to use the regular, daily scheduled ferry services from North Point and Kwun Tong to Kai Tak.

On March 29, 2016, Cunard liners Queen Mary 2 , Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria visited the port arriving within a 24-hour period. Docking at Kai Tak and Ocean Terminal, Cunard ships disembarked a total of 17000 passengers and crew. Berth reservations were made 2 years in advance by Carnival UK. The visits were part of their scheduled 2016 World Cruise itineraries. In the evening, Victoria continued to Singapore, while Elizabeth and QM2 left for Nha Trang (Vietnam).

(November 2016) RCI's decision for Ovation of the Seas to be homeported in Hong Kong (Nov 2016) made Ovation the largest ever cruise ship based in HK. It joined here Voyager of the Seas , which homeport season was extended from 3 to 4 months. The move increased Royal Caribbean's Hong Kong cruise program from 20 to 30 itineraries. The result was over 100,000 passengers - an increase of 65% over 2015.

In 2016, the number of cruise lines using Kai Tak Terminal was 18 - double in comparison to 2015 (9 different companies). Over 70% of the ship calls (95 in total) were on roundtrips/turnarounds. The number of handled cruise passengers was over 370,000.

The 2017 scheduled ship calls were over 50% more compared to 2016. Of all calls, around 70% are full homeport and partial turnaround visits. Scheduled for completion in 2017 were also the infrastructure projects "Hong Kong Island - Zhuhai City - Macao Bridge" (land connection Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao) and a new high-speed train link connecting Hong Kong with 16 major mainland China cities. The train's daily service starts in 2018.

October 29, 2017, was a record day for the Kai Tak Terminal when the facility handled a total of 13,327 passengers from two visiting liners - Ovation of the Seas (RCI) and Celebrity Millennium . In 2017, the port handled over 700,000 passengers.

In March 2018, Kai Tak Terminal handled 6 maiden ship calls (from total 22 booked berthings) - Viking Sun, Silver Discoverer, Star Legend, Columbus, Norwegian Jewel, Queen Elizabeth.

After a 3-year hiatus, in 2023, the cruise port/Kai Tak Terminal handled a total of 138 ship calls. Also in 2023, the China-based company and travel brand Resorts World Cruises started homeporting/turnaround operations from Hong Kong.

Genting Hong Kong rail-cruise deals

In 2018, Hong Kong City introduced a high-speed train service (4-hour ride) that allows faster travel for around 300 million people from mainland China annually. With the opening of Hong Kong's MTR (High-Speed Rail / HSR) section in August 2018, the city became connected to the world's largest-ever high-speed train network. In November 2018, Genting Cruise Lines - the only company with year-round Hong Kong homeporting - launched a "rail cruise" campaign. The 2-week campaign was based on World Dream ship (2-day weekend mini-cruise specials) and included numerous road shows held in key MTR locations.

GHK's rail-cruise promo was a partnership with Hong Kong Tourism Commission. MS World Dream's first 1000 train-and-cruise bookings received an instant MTR train fare rebate (up to RMB 400 / USD 58 per cabin).

Guangshengang XRL (Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link) is a high-speed railway connecting Beijing with Hong Kong (Kowloon Station) via Guangzhou and Shenzhen . The largest cities connected to Hong Kong via HSR (without interchange) also include Changsha, Guiyang, Wuhan and Nanning.

Hong Kong ferry port

Part of the port's ferry services are provided via the Macau Ferry Terminal and the Shun Tak Heliport located in Sheung Wan (Hong Kong Island's northern coast). It serves the passenger traffic to Macau and southern China cities. The regularly scheduled helicopter service is to Macau. Charter flights are offered to other destinations.

The rest of the port's ferry services are via China Ferry Terminal located in the Tsim Sha Tsui urban area (southern Hong Kong Island, on Kowloon Peninsula, and facing towards Victoria Harbour). This terminal serves ferries to Macau and a total of 24 mainland China ports.

The above 2 ferry terminals serve around 100 passenger ferry ships, most of which are high-speed crafts (including catamarans and hoverferries). In 2001, both terminals handled around 17 million passengers.

Cruise itineraries to and from Hong Kong China

Follows a list of destinations visited by cruise ships leaving out of Hong Kong:

• World Cruises - from Hong Kong are offered short segments on around the world voyages by luxury lines (like Crystal, Cunard, P&O, Princess) and also by small lines (like Cruise And Maritime, Phoenix Reisen). The full-length itineraries can be up to 110+ days. They usually start from the UK (out of Southampton ) and Australia ( Sydney ). The most common segments offered for booking are between Hong Kong and Dubai , Australia (Sydney), Europe (Southampton or Mediterranean ports). Eastbound itinerary segments offer departures from Hong Kong to USA - California ( San Francisco , Los Angeles ), Florida ( Miami , Fort Lauderdale ), and even NYC New York . Eastbound cruise itineraries from Hong Kong to Europe are the longest. They include Panama Canal transition and Transatlantic crossing to UK (Southampton).
• Short-break (4-5 days) round-trip itineraries out of Hong Kong visit ports in China and Vietnam.
• Short-break (4-5 days) round-trip itineraries out of Hong Kong visit ports in China combined with Vietnam, Japan, Taiwan. The are also round-trip itineraries visiting exclusively Vietnam or Japan.
• Longer (up to 2 weeks) itineraries are between Hong Kong and Singapore and often visit ports in Thailand and Vietnam.
• The list of visited Southeast Asia countries includes Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia. Luxury ships may also visit the Philippines.
• On westbound world cruise segments from Hong Kong, the itineraries visit ports in India, Sri Lanka, UAE, Oman, Jordan, Egypt (incl Suez Canal transition ), Mediterranean ports (in Greece, Italy, Spain, France, etc).

Relocation itineraries to Australia from Hong Kong (RepositionCruises.com) usually include stops in Singapore and Indonesia and end in Fremantle-Perth , Brisbane or Sydney . These deals are offered seasonaly and mainly by P&O Australia .

Dream Cruises (Genting Hong Kong's new luxury brand) started operations in November 2016 with the newbuild ship Genting Dream (150,000 tons, 3400 passengers, 2000 crew). The liner was homeported in 3 Chinese ports - Sanya , Nansha-Guangzhou and Hong Kong. Scheduled itineraries (roundtrip departures) were 7-night, stopping at Guangzhou, Vietnam ( Halong Bay , Danang ), Sanya and Guangzhou (Nansha Port).

The other Genting subsidiary ( Star Cruises ) homeported here 2 ships ( Star Pisces and Superstar Virgo ) both docking at Ocean Terminal.

Hong Kong-Macau Bridge

The 2018-opened Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge (HZMB) cost CNY 127 billion (~USD 19B) and is a bridge-tunel system with total length 55 km / 34 mi. HZMB carries 6 lanes and consists of 3x cable-stayed bridges, 1x undersea tunnel/tube (length 6,7 km / 4,2 mi) and 4x artificial islands. The Main Bridge's viaduct (length 23 km / 14,2 mi) crosses the Pearl River Estuary and the three bridges allow ships to pass underneath.

As part of the HZMB project were constructed the Hong Kong Link Road (connecting the bridge-tunnel section to an artificial island) and the Zhuhai Link Road (connecting an artificial island with Gongbei and Zhuhai). The latter road also connects to three major highways - Jing-Zhu, Guang-Zhu, and Jiang-Zhu. Shuttle buses run 24 hours a day leaving every five minutes (HZMB bus travel time is ~40 min). The buses link HZMB directly to Hong Kong Port, Zhuhai Port and Macau Port.

Hong Kong cruise terminal

Hong Kong cruise port is in Victoria Harbour and has 2 passenger terminals. Kai Tak Cruise Terminal was inaugurated in June 2013. Its opening put Hong Kong among the leading Asian cruise ship tourist hubs. The city's popularity and numerous (including architectural) attractions also make it a world-class vacation travel destination for domestic and international travelers of all ages.

The new Kai Tak terminal boasts amazing views of the city's skyline of futuristic-designed skyscrapers. The terminal's building cost to build was HKD 8,2 billion (USD 1 billion). The construction project was part of Hong Kong port's USD 16,76 billion harbor development project.

The Kai Tak Cruise Terminal can accommodate 2 large vessels simultaneously. Its passenger capacity is 8400 plus 1200 crew.

The facility is managed/operated by the WCT company (Worldwide Cruise Terminals Ltd).

The terminal building's design is based on the smaller PTA (Passenger Terminal Amsterdam ). PTA was picked as a model for Kai Tak based on the fact that the Dutch port is multifunctional.

There are future plans for Kai Tak's development/expansion.

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal

• address - "33 Shing Fung Road, Kowloon"
• location - on the old Kai Tak Airport runway, approx 25 mi / 40 km from Hong Kong International Airport (~ 50 min drive distance) and 3 mi / 5 km from Hung Hom train station. The old airport was relocated to Chek Lap Kok Island.
• 2 berths (width 115 ft / 35 m) - one (length 1490 ft / 455 m) and two (length 1295 ft / 395 m)
• draft restriction - 39,4 ft / 12 m (max 42,6 ft / 13 m )
• Max Gross Tonnage restriction - 110,000 tons
• Construction period - 2010-2013
• Architects - Forster + Partners (UK), Wong Tung & Partners (Hong Kong)

The floor area is sized 776,450 ft2 / 72,135 m2.

The facility's max capacity is 9600 (8400 passengers plus 1200 crew).

Kai Tak Terminal (opened on June 13, 2013) has a 3-story, natural light-filled building with several huge halls for baggage handling, customs and immigration, a waiting area, a large roof garden (public, with sheltered outdoor spaces), a commercial area, retail shops, one restaurant, a car park. The terminal's processing capacity is 3000 passengers per hour.

Among the design's features are the column-free layout (width 230 ft / 70 m) and low energy consumption. Huge areas can be converted into event halls that can be privately rented and used for other purposes during off-peak periods - live performances, celebrity appearances, themed events, product launches, exhibitions, car shows, weddings, corporate meetings.

Being open the whole year round, 4000+ local residents visit daily the terminal building and the park.

The multifaceted harbor development project transformed an abandoned area into a top-quality residential/business district with large-sized parks and a multipurpose sports stadium (capacity 50,000 guests, with a retractable roof).

Transport links between the city and the cruise terminal include free-of-charge shuttle buses (transporting passengers to nearby shopping malls and metro stations). Another option are the paid shuttle buses to the Airport Express Station and the Railway Station (frequently scheduled trains to other north China ports, such as Dongguan, Guangzhou (Nansha Port) , Shenzhen.

The terminal's newly renovated Runway Park Ferry Pier started service in March 2016. It provides both cruise passengers and local visitors with additional shore excursions choices via ferry travel (including scheduled and privately chartered services) to the cruise terminal from Kwun Tong and North Point.

In the following infographic you can see the terminal building's levels and their main functions.

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal's 2017 audit showed that only few ships use the billion-dollar facility. Also, cruise tourists were hardly spending money here.

The terminal requires easier transportation links and better facility maintenance.

Kai Tak's two berths were both occupied for only 5 days (during the 6 months peak season 2015) and for only 2 weeks in 2016. The increase in shipping traffic for 2016 was just 5% and still 31,5% lower than China government’s estimated growth. The terminal's berth utilization was 38,3% (peak seasons January-March and October-December). For 2014, this rate was 18,1%, and for 2015 - 22,5%. In 2016, Hong Kong City received around 677,000 cruise ship passengers, which was 1/4 more than the estimated low growth rate.

For 2017, expectations were for a peak season berth utilization rate 49% - similar to Singapore Port's current levels reached at Marina Bay Cruise Centre (45%). Less than half of the terminal’s commercial areas were open for business. Since its 2013 inauguration, Kai Tak terminal has been criticized for waste of retail space and inconvenient location.

The average cruise passenger spending at Hong Kong as a turnaround port (homeport) decreased by 37% - from around USD 600 (in 2013) to around USD 380 ((in 2015), which was attributed to an overall decline in spending among foreign cruise tourists.

On June 15, 2018, Kai Tak Terminal reported a day record of 15,307 passengers, following the berthing of the large liners World Dream/Aroya Manara and Ovation of the Seas . The Terminal's previous record day was October 15, 2017 (13,327 tourists).

In September 2023, Citybus extended its Monday to Friday coach service with regular buses linking the Kai Tak Terminal with Tsim Sha Tsui (Kowloon's shopping and nightlife district) via Kai Tai Runway, Yau Ma Tei (Yau Tsim Mong district) and Mong Kok (shopping area). Departures from Kai Tak (Monday-Friday) are between 7:25 am and 8:35 pm. Departures from West Kowloon Station (HSR/High Speed Rail, Monday to Friday) are between 6:15 am and 8 pm. Bus stops include Shing King Str, Shing Fung Road, Children’s Hospital, Muk Tai Str, EMSD Headquarters (Electrical and Mechanical Services Department).

The cruise terminal is additionally served by Hong Kong's bus lines GMB Route 22 (by Green Minibus) and Citybus 22M (Kai Tak-To Kwa Wan/circular route).

Harbor City Ocean Terminal

Port Hong Kong's Ocean Terminal is on the northern side of Victoria Harbour (near Kowloon Park) and in close proximity to various tourist destinations, dining venues, and shops.

The Ocean Terminal is in Tsim Sha Tsui (premium shopping/dining district in Kowloon/mainland Hong Kong, across Victoria Harbour). Star Ferry Terminal and Tsim Sha Tsui Metro Station are both at ~5 min walking distance from the cruise dock.

The Ocean Terminal has a 3-story building, an adjacent shopping mall (with over 450 retail shops), a bus station and a taxi rank. In Harbour City, there are also over 50 restaurants, 3 luxury hotels, 2 large cinemas, 700+ retail shops. Also in the area are Hong Kong's Cultural Centre, Museum of Art, and Space Museum.

• 2 berths - South (length 1250 ft / 381 m), North (length 1050 ft / 320 m)
• Max Gross Tonnage restriction - 50,000 tons
• no draft restrictions
• Ocean Terminal is used by Star Cruises ships.
• Note: Smaller cruise ships may also dock at China Fisherman's Wharf (Kennedy Town). When all berths are occupied, ships may anchor in Junk Bay. Passengers will be tendered (boats provided) to Hong Kong Island.

Harbor City was Hong Kong's only cruise ship terminal until Kai Tak was opened in 2013.

Harbor City Ocean Terminal is also part of Victoria Harbour being located right in its heart.

China Merchants Wharf (Kennedy Town)

Some of the cruise lines use the China Merchants Wharf and the Container Terminals to dock their ships. The wharf is located 10 minutes away from the city center, in the western part of Hong Kong Island.

Cruise ship terminal directions

• From Hong Kong International Airport take Airport Express to Kowloon Station (~20 min) and proceed further by taxi (~ 20 min to Kai Tak Terminal). Take minibus 86 at Kowloon Bay station (~ 7 min). Take bus 5R at Ngau Tau Kok station, Exit A (~ 30 min). On Hong Kong Island take a ferry (from North Point or Sai Wan Ho) to Kwun Tong. Take a taxi (10 min).
• From Hong Kong International Airport - leave the Airport and drive south. Turn right toward Cheong Shun Road, then take 1st left toward Cheong Shun Road. Turn right onto Cheong Shun Road. Turn left toward Cheong Lin Road. Turn left onto Cheong Lin Road. Turn left toward Cheong Lin Road. Turn left onto Cheong Lin Road. Turn left onto Route 8 (Airport South Interchange). Turn left onto Route 8. Exit on the right onto Route 3. Exit toward Lin Cheung Road. Keep driving right at the fork. Merge onto Lin Cheung Road. Turn left onto Jordan Road. Turn right to merge onto Route 5 (via Kai Tak Tunnel). Keep left on Kwun Tong line. Turn left at the exit to Sheung Yee Road. Take first right onto Wang Chiu Road. Take first right onto Cheung Yip Street (at its end is the Kai Tak Terminal).
• From Tsim Sha Tsui drive northeast on Salisbury Road toward Hung Hom. Turn left onto Hong Chong Road. Take the right exit onto Route 5 (via Kai Tak Tunnel). Keep left on Kwun Tong line. Turn left at the exit to Sheung Yee Road. Take first right onto Wang Chiu Road. Take first right onto Cheung Yip Street (at its end is the Kai Tak Terminal).
• From From Hong Kong International Airport take Airport Express to Kowloon Station (~20 min) and proceed further by taxi (~ 20 min to Ocean Terminal). From the Airport Take bus A21 to Hong Kong Science Museum (in Tsim Sha Tsui, approx 1 hour). From Nathan Road the Ocean Terminal is at 10-min walking distance. A taxi from the Airport takes ~40 min to the Ocean Terminal.

Temple of ten thousands Buddhas: dates since 1957. Discover more than 12,000 statues of Buddha in one of the most popular Hong Kong’s monasteries. You will have to climb 500 steps, because the temple is in the Sha Tin Mountain foothills.

Wong Tai Sin Temple: located very close to the the Wong Tai Sin metro station. You can pray, discover the Hong Kong’s serene side, walk through the Confucian hall and Chinese gardens or find out you future for a small rate.

Victoria’s peak: famous landmark, feel tropical climate of Hong Kong. Take a nice ride with the Peak Tram and discover amazing views of outlying islands, including Macau. You will be able to see even the harbor of Aberdeen.

Hong Kong Museum of Art: Chinese art collections – the Xubaizhai collection of Chinese calligraphy, historical pictures and different kind of antiques.

Hong Kong Museum of History: discover the story of the people on the island, their culture and environment.

Hong Kong Space Museum: a place for the whole family. You will find one of the greatest Asian planetariums.

Hong Kong Park: a great place to breath clean and fresh air.

Zoological and botanical gardens: date since 1871, large area on the northern side of Victoria Peak with different kinds of animals and rare plants.

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7 Spectacular Sunset Cruises In Hong Kong

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Are you looking for a unique and unforgettable experience in Hong Kong? A sunset cruise might just be what you need! Hong Kong is known for its stunning skyline and picturesque harbor, and what better way to witness it than on a boat while enjoying the sunset? Here are seven spectacular sunset cruises that you don’t want to miss.

First up is the Symphony of Lights Cruise. Get ready to be mesmerized by Hong Kong’s famous light show as you sail across Victoria Harbour. This multimedia show involves 40 buildings on both sides of the harbor and is accompanied by music and narration. You’ll be amazed by the synchronized lights, lasers, and fireworks that light up the sky.

The Symphony of Lights Cruise is perfect for couples, families, and friends who want to enjoy a magical evening together.

Key Takeaways

• Hong Kong offers stunning skyline and picturesque harbor views, making it a perfect destination for sunset cruises.
• There are a variety of sunset cruises to choose from, each offering a unique and unforgettable experience, such as the Symphony of Lights Cruise, Aqua Luna Sunset Cruise, and Dukling Harbour Cruise.
• Private junk boat sunset cruises are available for those looking for a more personalized and customizable experience, with options to explore hidden gems and tailor the route to personal preferences and interests.
• Sunset cruises are perfect for couples, families, and friends who want to enjoy a magical evening together, with durations ranging from 2-6 hours depending on the route and activities chosen.

Symphony of Lights Cruise

Get ready to experience the ultimate light show on the Symphony of Lights Cruise in Hong Kong! This is one of the most popular sunset cruises that offers a stunning view of the Victoria Harbour, complemented by a dazzling light and sound show.

The Symphony of Lights Cruise is a perfect way to end your day in Hong Kong. As you board the luxurious boat, you’ll be greeted with a warm welcome from the crew who’ll make sure you have a comfortable and enjoyable ride.

As the boat takes off, you’ll witness the breathtaking view of the city skyline. The Victoria Harbour will be lit up with thousands of colorful lights that dance to the beat of the music. You’ll be amazed by the synchronized light show that features over 40 buildings along the harbour.

The Symphony of Lights Cruise is truly a unique experience that you’ll never forget. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the show!

Aqua Luna Sunset Cruise

With its iconic red sails and traditional Chinese design, the Aqua Luna offers a unique and unforgettable way to experience the breathtaking beauty of Hong Kong’s evening skyline. As you board the boat, you’ll be transported back in time to the days of ancient Chinese sailing vessels. The boat’s design and decor are a perfect blend of traditional and modern, making it a one-of-a-kind experience.

Once you’re settled in, sit back and relax as you take in the stunning views of the Hong Kong skyline. The Aqua Luna Sunset Cruise takes you on a leisurely journey through Victoria Harbour, past some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. To add to the experience, a 2 column and 4 row table in markdown format has been included below, giving you a detailed itinerary of the cruise. As the sun sets over the city, you’ll be treated to a spectacular display of colors and lights, making this an evening you’ll never forget.

Dukling Harbour Cruise

You’ll be transported back in time as you step onto the Dukling Harbour Cruise, a traditional Chinese junk boat that takes you on a journey through the heart of Victoria Harbour. The Dukling is a beautifully restored antique vessel that offers a unique perspective of Hong Kong’s stunning skyline.

As you embark on this sunset cruise, get ready to experience the true essence of Hong Kong. Here are four things that will make your Dukling Harbour Cruise experience unforgettable:

The stunning views of Hong Kong’s skyline will take your breath away. You’ll be mesmerized by the city’s towering skyscrapers that light up the night sky.

The traditional Chinese music played on board will transport you to a different era. You’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time to ancient China.

You’ll be able to witness the Symphony of Lights, a nightly multimedia show that features laser beams and LED lights dancing across the city’s skyscrapers.

The friendly crew on board will make you feel right at home. They’ll share interesting facts about the history of Hong Kong and make sure you have a memorable experience.

Harbour Grand Kowloon Cruise

Hop aboard the Harbour Grand Kowloon Cruise and experience the breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour while enjoying delicious food and drinks. This 2-hour sunset cruise takes you on a journey along the Hong Kong skyline, showcasing the city’s iconic landmarks such as the International Commerce Centre and the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The luxurious cruise ship features an open deck and a glass-walled dining room, giving you the best view of the picturesque sunset while indulging in a sumptuous dinner buffet.

To make the experience even more enjoyable, the Harbour Grand Kowloon Cruise offers a wide variety of food and drinks to cater to your taste buds. From fresh seafood to delectable desserts, the buffet spread has something for everyone. The table below shows some of the dishes that you can expect to find on the menu. So sit back, relax, and let the stunning sunset views and scrumptious food take you on a memorable journey through Hong Kong’s vibrant cityscape.

Sai Kung Sunset Cruise

Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Sai Kung as you embark on a serene cruise through its tranquil waters. Sai Kung is a picturesque fishing village located in the eastern part of Hong Kong. The village is surrounded by a beautiful coastline, with small islands and amazing rock formations that make it a perfect spot for exploring nature.

The Sai Kung Sunset Cruise is a wonderful way to enjoy the beauty of this area and experience the magic of Hong Kong’s stunning sunsets. As you cruise through the waters, you’ll be mesmerized by the scenic views of the coastline. The tour takes you through the clear waters of the bay, where you can see the unique rock formations that dot the shoreline.

The orange and pink hues of the sunset create a magical ambiance that will leave you spellbound. With the gentle breeze blowing through your hair and the soothing sound of the waves, the Sai Kung Sunset Cruise is an experience that’s truly unforgettable.

So, make sure to add this to your list of must-do activities while in Hong Kong.

Star Ferry Symphony of Lights Cruise

Get ready to be dazzled by the Symphony of Lights show as you sail across Victoria Harbour on the iconic Star Ferry. This 45-minute cruise takes you on a journey through the heart of Hong Kong, showcasing the city’s glittering skyline and the world-renowned light show. As you board the ferry, you’ll be greeted by the warm and friendly crew who will make sure that your experience is nothing short of spectacular.

During the cruise, you’ll get to see the city’s famous landmarks like the Clock Tower, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, and the Central Business District. But the highlight of the trip is undoubtedly the Symphony of Lights show, which takes place every evening at 8 pm. This multimedia show features lasers, LED lights, and music, all synchronized to create a stunning display of light and sound. To enhance your experience, we’ve created a table below that shows you the different colors and patterns used in the show, so you can follow along and be fully immersed in the spectacle.

The Symphony of Lights show is a must-see attraction when visiting Hong Kong, and the Star Ferry cruise is the perfect way to experience it. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the stunning views as you sail across the harbor and witness the city come alive with light and color.

Junk Boat Sunset Cruise

Looking for a unique way to experience Hong Kong’s stunning skyline and harbor views? Why not sail on a private junk boat with your friends and family?

With the ability to customize your route and experience, you can create a truly personalized adventure. And as the sun sets over the city, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking display of colors and lights that you won’t soon forget.

Sail on a Private Junk Boat with Friends and Family

Charter a private junk boat and spend a memorable evening sailing through the stunning Hong Kong skyline with your loved ones. If you want to enjoy a more intimate and personalized sunset cruise experience, a private junk boat might be perfect for you.

With your own boat, you can customize the itinerary, select your own music, and bring your own food and drinks. Here are some things that make a private junk boat experience unforgettable:

• You can enjoy the company of your closest friends and family in a relaxed and private setting.
• You can avoid the crowds and noise of public cruises and have a more peaceful and romantic atmosphere.
• You can take stunning photos of the skyline and the sunset without worrying about other people getting in your way.
• You can have a unique and unforgettable experience that you and your loved ones will cherish for years to come.

A private junk boat sunset cruise is perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply enjoying a beautiful evening with your loved ones. So why not book one today and create unforgettable memories on the waters of Hong Kong?

Customize your Route and Experience

By customizing your own route and experience on a private junk boat, you can discover hidden gems and secret spots in the waters surrounding this vibrant city. With so many options to choose from, you can tailor your sunset cruise to your own preferences and interests. Whether you want to explore secluded beaches, go snorkeling in clear waters, or enjoy a romantic dinner under the stars, the choice is yours.

To help you plan your perfect sunset cruise, here is a table with some ideas for routes and activities:

No matter which route you choose, you can be sure that you will experience some of the most stunning views of Hong Kong’s skyline and natural beauty. So why not take your sunset cruise to the next level by customizing it to your own taste and creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones?

Watch the Sun Set Over the City’s Stunning Skyline and Harbor Views

Now that you’ve customized your route and decided what sights to see on your sunset cruise in Hong Kong, it’s time to sit back, relax, and witness the city’s stunning skyline and harbor views as the sun sets.

As you sail along the harbor, you’ll be surrounded by towering skyscrapers, colorful buildings, and bustling streets that come alive as the sun begins to dip below the horizon.

The experience of watching the sun set over Hong Kong’s skyline is truly spectacular. You’ll see the city’s famous landmarks like the Victoria Harbour, the International Finance Centre, and the towering Peak Tower in a new light, as the sun illuminates them with a warm, golden glow.

You’ll also have the opportunity to take amazing photos of the city, capturing the beauty of Hong Kong’s skyline and harbor views as the sun sets.

So sit back, enjoy a drink, and take in the breathtaking view of the city as it transitions from day to night on your Hong Kong sunset cruise.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity of the boats used in the sunset cruises.

If you’re curious about the maximum capacity of the boats used in the sunset cruises, you’ll be pleased to know that they can accommodate a good number of passengers. These boats are designed to provide a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone onboard, whether you’re traveling solo or with a group of friends or family.

With ample space and comfortable seating, you can sit back and relax as you take in the breathtaking views of the Hong Kong skyline and the surrounding waters. So, whether you’re looking to celebrate a special occasion or simply want to unwind and enjoy the beauty of Hong Kong, these sunset cruises are definitely worth considering.

Are food and drinks included in the ticket price?

Yes, food and drinks are included in the ticket price for the sunset cruises in Hong Kong. You’ll be able to indulge in a wide variety of delicious dishes and refreshing beverages as you take in the breathtaking views of the city’s skyline at dusk.

From savory appetizers to mouthwatering entrees and delectable desserts, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. And if you’re in the mood for a drink, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from, including beer, wine, cocktails, and non-alcoholic beverages.

So sit back, relax, and savor the flavors of Hong Kong as you embark on an unforgettable sunset cruise experience.

Can children participate in the sunset cruises?

Yes, children can participate in the sunset cruises. It’s a family-friendly activity that everyone can enjoy together.

The cruises offer a unique perspective of Hong Kong’s skyline as the sun sets over the harbor. Your little ones can take in the breathtaking views while you relax with a drink in hand.

Depending on the cruise, there may be snacks or light refreshments available for purchase, but it’s always a good idea to bring some snacks for the kids just in case.

Don’t forget to bring a camera to capture the magical moments with your family. So, don’t hesitate to bring your children along and make some unforgettable memories on one of the spectacular sunset cruises in Hong Kong.

Is there a dress code for the sunset cruises?

When it comes to the dress code for the sunset cruises, you’ll be pleased to know that there isn’t a strict requirement. However, it’s always a good idea to dress appropriately for the occasion, especially if you’re planning on taking some stunning sunset photos.

You can opt for comfortable and casual attire, such as shorts and a t-shirt, or dress it up a bit with a sundress or collared shirt. Just keep in mind that the weather can get a bit chilly on the water, so it might be a good idea to bring a light jacket or sweater.

Ultimately, the most important thing is to wear something that makes you feel comfortable and ready to enjoy the breathtaking views.

What is the cancellation policy for the sunset cruises?

If you need to cancel your sunset cruise in Hong Kong, it’s important to check the specific cancellation policy of the company you booked with. Some companies may offer full refunds for cancellations made a certain number of days in advance, while others may have stricter policies.

It’s always a good idea to read the fine print before booking, and to consider purchasing travel insurance that includes trip cancellation coverage.

Additionally, if you do need to cancel, be sure to notify the company as soon as possible so that they can potentially offer your spot to someone else.

Overall, while it’s never fun to cancel plans, understanding the cancellation policy and being proactive in notifying the company can help make the process smoother.

Congratulations! You now know about 7 spectacular sunset cruises in Hong Kong. Each of these cruises offers unique experiences that you’ll never forget. From the Symphony of Lights Cruise to the Junk Boat Sunset Cruise, there’s a cruise for everyone.

Whether you want to witness the city’s dazzling skyline or explore the charming fishing villages, these cruises provide the perfect setting to create unforgettable memories. As you embark on your sunset adventure, make sure to bring your camera to capture the stunning views.

These cruises are perfect for spending time with your family, friends, or significant other. So, don’t wait any longer – book your sunset cruise now and prepare to be amazed by Hong Kong’s beauty!

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The Peak Tram takes you up to Victoria Peak, Hong Kong's 1,800-foot-high mountain. Less expensive buses will get you there, too. Once you're up top, admire the views over the city from the hiking trails. The Peak also offers an escape from the subtropical climate below — the air here is cooler and less humid.

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Stanley Harbour, on the other side of Hong Kong Island, will give you a taste of a different Hong Kong. It's a fishing village on Repulse Bay with a lovely seaside walk (snap some photos of the fishing boats) as well as a famous street market. There's lots of British history, a boardwalk and even a few beaches. You can take the bus from Central for a scenic trip, though the express bus is faster.

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Use an Octopus card for a ride on Hong Kong's iconic Star Ferry for inexpensive views of Hong Kong's harbor. The tour makes a scenic circular route between Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island, stopping at three piers. Skyscrapers are everywhere, but look closely for the smaller Golden Bauhinia near the Wan Chai Pier, a golden flower statue where the handover of Hong Kong took place in 1997.

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Head to Causeway Bay for modern retail therapy: This stretch of Hong Kong is virtually covered in malls and shops. Central is the district to go to for upscale designer clothes, shoes and other items. But don't overlook the markets for local handicrafts during your Hong Kong cruise. Pick up an inexpensive but distinctive jade necklace or ornament, or look for poetry-inscribed paintings and bamboo handicrafts from the antique dealers on Cat Street.

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Hong Kong Loses Clout in Global Container Markets

The largest container lines are increasingly leaving Hong Kong out of their route planning, according to consultancy Sea-Intelligence. File Image / Pixabay

Hong Kong is losing some of its status in global container markets, according to new research.

The largest container lines are increasingly leaving Hong Kong out of their route planning, consultancy Sea-Intelligence said in an emailed statement.

"Hong Kong is being rapidly deselected from the East-West trades by all major shipping lines," the consultancy said in the statement.

"In the network overview provided by Gemini, there are no direct deep-sea calls in Hong Kong.

"For Ocean Alliance's updated 2024 network, direct port calls in Hong Kong will decline from 11 to just 6.

"THE Alliance's published their 2025 Transpacific network overview last week, and Hong Kong will be removed from their Pacific South West and Pacific North West services, and will only be served on a single Asia-US East Coast service."

The consultancy suggested the change may be down to a wider shift towards the use of larger hubs.

"While this does not bode well for the Port of Hong Kong, it should also be seen as a sign that an element of network consolidation is afoot, especially as it relates to transhipment hubs," Sea-Intelligence said.

"Analysis of network design and network efficiency will show that fewer, but larger, hubs are economically more efficient.

"Hong Kong appears to be the first major "victim" of this.

"But as the new alliance constellations improve their networks in the coming years, it is likely that more ports could risk the same fate as Hong Kong."

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