Chief Executive John Lee says he has instructed government departments to make comprehensive preparations for an expected tourism surge during the upcoming National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays.

More than 1.5 million visitors and about 1,200 tourist groups are expected during the mainland's eight-day Golden Week holiday from October 1.

The CE said the chief secretary has chaired an interdepartmental meeting to coordinate festival arrangements and guide cross-agency efforts.

"This includes increasing staff at border checkpoints, setting up additional counters and improving the flow of people and vehicles. During Golden Week, the Security Bureau's Emergency Monitoring and Support Centre and an interdepartmental joint command centre will be activated to closely monitor the situation," Lee said.

"Transportation arrangements will also be strengthened, including an increased frequency of cross-boundary shuttle buses. MTR services will be adjusted based on actual demand."

The police will deploy additional manpower to enhance crowd management at major tourist hotspots and large-scale events, including the National Day fireworks display, Lee said.

The Travel Industry Authority will conduct inspections at attractions and shops to ensure tourists receive proper treatment, the CE added.

To improve the tourist experience, efforts will be made to combat bad business practices and illegal activities, such as taxis overcharging or refusing to pick up passengers.

The chief executive noted that tourists can also check waiting times for major attractions - including the Peak Tram, Ocean Park and Disneyland - through a one-stop portal.