Savings Tips

4 Quick And Easy Getaways To Travel From Hong Kong

Escape the hustle of Hong Kong with nearby destinations like Guilin, Manila, Hoi An, and Chiang Mai. Enjoy stunning landscapes, cultural delights, and unforgettable experiences, all within easy reach.
Nikhita Sreekumar June 20, 2019
Young Asian travellers enjoy city life, street food, and fun moments on their journey.
Travellers enjoying vibrant cityscapes, savouring street food, and creating unforgettable moments during their journey! Picture: Envato

All travel lovers, mark your calendar with some short weekend trips from Hong Kong and spend some of the best days near you. All travel lovers, mark your calendar with some short weekend trips from Hong Kong and spend some of the best days near you.

Hong Kong is a hectic country with a few convenient locations ideal for quick getaways. But if you wish to explore places on the outskirts of Hong Kong, there are many destinations near Hong Kong to choose from in this blog post. I hope all these destinations below will double your adventure, and the best part is that these destinations don’t burden your wallet.

Here are five best suggestions for a short break holiday all within a three-hour flight of Hong Kong where you can spend good time enjoying a cocktail in your hand.

CHINA: Guilin

China’s Guilin is considered one of the most beautiful places in China. It is surrounded by stunning scenery, with peaks and rivers covered in lush greenery. The destination is located in Guangzi Zhuang province, south of the border near the Hunan province. The region attracts rugged mountains, crystal rivers, and verdant forests, offering a welcoming departure for city dwellers.

  • Flight duration :Around 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • Where to stay :Book the most comfortable hotel to stay from online using Trip.com promo code and book Banyan Tree Yangshuo or Shangri-La Hotel Guilin (for couples) and Club Med Guilin (if travelling with families).

  • What to do there :You can enjoy several activities and visit Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave, and Moon Hill. You can also see the twin pagodas, the Sun and Moon, light up the sky at night on Shanhu Lake’s shore.

PHILIPPINES: Manila

The Philippines is also an ideal destination to travel from Hong Kong within 2 hours. On your arrival in Manila, you will be hurried away to the private departure lounge and can hover at the flight towards the uber-luxurious Amanpulo. The island is a private retreat and a paradise for everyone looking for a cosy time.

  • Flight duration : The journey will be around 2 hours 15 minutes. Book flight tickets in advance from online using Cheaptickets discount code to get tickets at a reasonable price.

  • Where to stay : Stay at The Manila Hotel, Pan Pacific Manila or Bayview Park Hotel.

  • What to do there : Enjoy your time snorkelling or diving near the crystal water or can enjoy the waves on a private boat near one of the neighbouring islands.

VIETNAM: Hoi An

If you are excited to know what is charming about Hoi An, you must know that it’s a fusion of many cultures and countries including Vietnamese, Japanese, Chinese and French architecture. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site that offers a beautiful, atmospheric, picture-perfect city that can be easily explored by walking.

  • Flight duration : Around 1 hour 50 minutes to Danang. Reaching Hoi An is just a 30-minute taxi ride from Danang airport by hiring the taxi from Trip.com Hong Kong in advance. So, as soon as you reach the airport, the taxi will take you to your destination.

  • Where to stay : Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai ideal to stay for couples and Sunrise Premium Resort Hoi An can be the perfect choice if you are travelling with kids.

  • What to do there : Head own to the Thu Bon River and feel free watching the traditional boats floating, see the fishmonger and farmers selling their goods in the market and enjoy the fragrance of colourful food stall found almost in every corner.

THAILAND: Chiang Mai

Thailand is popularly known as ‘The Rose of the North’ as it has some beautiful lush mountains, vid countryside, and diverse people. With a welcoming and friendly-natured local, you can make your stay more enjoyable along with the cosiest tropical climate all year around and some of the best Thailand regional cuisine available in the city. Definitely, Chiang Mai in Thailand is becoming the most popular hot spot for tourists.

  • Flight duration : Around 2 hours 50 minutes.

  • Where to stay  : For couples, Anantara Chiang Mai is the right choice and for families, book Sunrise Shangri La Hotel Chiang Mai online using the Hotels.com promo code.

  • What to do there : One can spend some best time visiting the sacred temples, exploring the city street surrounded by lush mountains, wild jungles and sprawling countryside, take Thai cooking classes or enjoy some wildlife adventures.

Plan your exciting trip to these easy destinations from Hong Kong and spend an unforgettable time.