Itinerary
Day 1 – Friday, November 27, 2026

Clear Water Bay Campus Tour & Welcome Dinner

TimeProgramVenue / Notes
2:00 PMArrival (and check-in)Optional Accommodation at Conference Lodge
3:00 PMGuided Campus TourClear Water Bay Campus
5:00 PMFree-Time Activities 
7:00 PMWelcome DinnerChina Garden on campus
Day 2 – Saturday, November 28, 2026

Boat Tour to the Hong Kong Geopark & Gala Dinner in Hong Kong

TimeProgramVenue / Notes
8:30 AMDepart from HKUST 
9:00 AM – 12:00 NOONBoat Tour 
12:00 PM – 2:00 PMLunchSai Kung
4:00 PMVisit 35A Exhibition in CentralCentral
6:00 PM35th Anniversary Gala DinnerGrand Hall, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Wanchai
Day 3 – Sunday, November 29, 2026

Guangzhou Excursion

TimeProgramVenue / Notes
10:00 AMDepart from HKUST and Stop-over at Kowloon Tong StationCheck-out at Conference Lodge (if applicable)
12:30 PMArrive HKUST(GZ) and LunchHKUST(GZ) Campus
2:00 PMGuided Campus TourHKUST (GZ) Campus
3:30 PMFree-Time ActivitiesHKUST (GZ) Campus
4:30 PMTransportation to Hong KongParticipants can choose to stay behind and extend their stay in Guangzhou
7:00 PMArrive at Kowloon Tong Station and Dispersal 

Notes:

  • The University reserves the right to amend or adjust the program details at any time.
  • The HKD3,500 program fee per person includes admission to the HKUST 35th Anniversary Gala Dinner (Nov 28) and the Welcome Dinner (Nov 27).
  • Hong Kong Geopark boat trip (Nov 28), HKUST(Guangzhou) Campus visit (Nov 29) and the transportation are included for a supplementary fee of HKD 1,500 per person. 
  • Hotel accommodation is optional and not included in the program fee. Click here for the room rates and booking details.
  • Final timing, specific venues, and detailed event logistics will be announced closer to the event date.