Hong Kong Archives · Asian Trails https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail-starting-point/hong-kong/ Asian Trails Thu, 30 Oct 2025 09:28:42 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Private Half Day Hong Kong Island Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/contemporary-and-traditional-lifestyles-of-hong-kong/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=contemporary-and-traditional-lifestyles-of-hong-kong Thu, 21 Apr 2022 08:46:33 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028837 Capture the essence of Hong Kong Island on this half-day tour. Many of the iconic images associated with Hong Kong come from here – glitzy skyscrapers, opulent hotels, legendary landmarks and looming mountains.

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Private Half Day Hong Kong Island Tour

You will have a half Day Hong Kong Island Tour (4 hours without lunch). Visit Victoria Peak, Repulse Bay, Aberdeen Fishing Village Exclude Sampan Ride & Peak Tram
Ride.

Victoria Peak – The Peak gives Hong Kong perhaps the most extraordinary & legendary vista of any modern city in the world. The world-famous Victoria Peak is only 552 metres high, but it provides a bird’s-eye view of Victoria Harbour, Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island. It is truly one of the finest skylines in the world. Whether by day or night, Victoria Peak is a must see.

Repulse Bay – Primarily a well-to-do residential area, Repulse Bay has a relaxed, resort-like atmosphere. The wide beach is popular with residents & great for sandy strolls. The Lift Guard Club built in traditional Chinese style, features statues of Kwun Yum & Tin Hau, both protectors of fishermen. Colonial-style The Repulse Bay, resembling the original luxury hotel that occupied the site, houses shops & restaurants.

Aberdeen Fishing Village – Aberdeen Harbour is home to hundreds of people living on fishing junks, juxtaposed against a modern high-rise community. Take a Sampan ride to get a closeup look at this unusual way of life. A stop at a local Jewellery Factory near Aberdeen offers a chance to look at the fine art and craftsmanship that has made Hong Kong famous in Asia.

Route
  • Duration: 4 hours, with morning departure at 9 am, or afternoon at 1 pm;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily on private basis with English-speaking guide.
  • Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
  • Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the programme;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
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The Feng Shui Trail https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/the-feng-shui-trail/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-feng-shui-trail Thu, 21 Apr 2022 03:25:51 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028829 Literally translated as ‘wind and water’, Feng Shui follows the principle of humans living in harmony with nature. This ancient philosophy originates from Chinese respect for the environment and the belief that cosmological influences strongly affect our everyday lives.

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The Feng Shui Trail

The Feng Shui Trail

Learn how the ancient philosophy of Feng Shui has shaped some of Hong Kong’s most iconic
skyscrapers on this fascinating excursion. Hear about ‘dragon energy’ and learn how
this traditional Chinese practice invites harmony, wealth and prosperity.

WHY THIS TOUR?

Literally translated as ‘wind and water’, Feng Shui follows the principle of humans living in harmony with nature. This ancient philosophy originates from Chinese respect for the environment and the belief that cosmological influences strongly affect our everyday lives. In modern Hong Kong you might think that the principles of Feng Shui have been dismissed as old-fashioned.

However, many of the soaring offices and apartment blocks that now dominate the skyline have been laid out in accordance with ‘dragon energy’ and the principles of this ancient Chinese practice. This enlightening tour will introduce you to a city that is still very much shaped by Feng Shui, with buildings aligned so that they attract good luck and ward off misfortune.

TRAIL ITINERARY

The Feng Shui Trail

09:00 - 13:00
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14:00 - 18:00

The guide and driver will collect you from the hotel and take you to the start of this visionary tour. You will start at one of the viewpoints, located high on the island of Kowloon. Look out over the scenic splendour of Victoria Harbour and the runway of the old Kai Tak Airport. The guide will explain how the harbour, the hills flanking Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong’s highest mountain, Tai Mo Shan, all work together to bring good Feng Shui to the area.

The principles of Feng Shui also flourish amid downtown modernity where high-tech towers obey the building codes of this age-old belief. At the harbour front of the Admiralty in the central district, home to the new headquarters of Hong Kong’s government offices, you will find out more about this area from a Feng Shui perspective. In the Wanchai area, you will visit Nine Dragons Wall which is believed to suppress negative influences on the surroundings.

A short ride will take you to Statue Square in Central, Hong Kong’s main commercial and financial district. Here, you can view some of Hong Kong’s most contemporary buildings, including the Bank of China, Standard Chartered Bank and Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC). The knowledgeable guide will explain why the site of the Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation is known in Feng Shui terms as ‘a dragon’s den’.

At the end of this insightful tour, the driver will take you back to the hotel.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • A half-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request and may be subject to supplementary charges
  • Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver.
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

EXCLUSIONS

  • Any additional transfers
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
  • Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
  • Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
  • Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside the Central Business District (i.e. New Territories, Tai O), Macau, any border crossing with mainland China and Hong Kong’s International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
  • Customers are advised that during the Lunar Festival celebrations (celebration of Chinese New Year), excursions and tours may be subject to supplementary charges and/or may see longer waiting times than normal.
  • We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • We will always make the effort to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
  • Please note pick-up and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
  • Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
  • Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sun’s rays are still very powerful.
  • We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
  • The protection of the country’s flora and fauna is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities for guests that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles.
  • Clients are required to show your confirmation with a photo ID at the guide prior to the start of the tour.
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
  • In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.

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A Night at the Hong Kong Races https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/a-night-at-the-hong-kong-races/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-night-at-the-hong-kong-races Wed, 20 Apr 2022 04:53:36 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028814 Whether or not you are a horse racing enthusiast, horse racing in Hong Kong is an experience not to be missed! Beautiful horses, skillful jockeys, crowds going wild – all create an exciting, fun-filled, thrilling atmosphere in a world-class venue.

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A Night at the Hong Kong Races

A Night at the
Hong Kong Races

Experience a fun night out at Hong Kong’s historic Happy Valley racecourse and soak up the
electric atmosphere as you take in the horse racing action. Some time spent shopping
for souvenirs at Temple Street Night Market completes a memorable night out.

WHY THIS TOUR?

 Whether or not you are a horse racing enthusiast, horse racing in Hong Kong is an experience not to be missed! Beautiful horses, skillful jockeys, crowds going wild – all create an exciting, fun-filled, thrilling atmosphere in a world-class venue.

With over 170 years of history, horse racing in Hong Kong is taken very seriously and it is a major part of the country’s economy. The sport was introduced by the British when they first came to Hong Kong in 1841. Since then, it has become a sport for locals, expats and tourists – who come for the excitement, the sport and the gambling!

TRAIL ITINERARY

A Night at the Hong Kong Races

18:00 - 23:00

At approximately 6pm, the guide will meet you at your hotel. You will take the subway to Causeway Station and then walk to Hong Kong Jockey Club at Happy Valley. Your ticket includes access to the public stand and the racing will start at approximately 7pm. Happy Valley Racecourse was built in 1845 to provide horse racing for British expats living in Hong Kong. At that time, the area was swampland, but on such a hilly island, it was the only flat ground suitable for horse racing. Before the racing starts, you will receive a tutorial to get you race-ready and fully immersed in the racing atmosphere. As the horse racing action begins, you can soak up the electric atmosphere and cheer on your favourite horses.

When the racing is over, you will take the subway to Jordan Street for a visit to Temple Street Night Market. Hong Kong’s liveliest market covers several streets and sells everything from clothes and watches to handicrafts and art works. There are plenty of street food stalls and you may even see Chinese opera singers and fortune tellers.

At the end of the tour, you will return to your hotel by public transport, or you can opt to remain at the market at your leisure.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

×

INCLUSIONS

  • An evening tour with a professional English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request and may be subject to supplementary charges
  • Transportation by public transportation.
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

EXCLUSIONS

  • Any additional transfers
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
  • Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
  • Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
  • This tour is operated by using public transportation only. Clients may be expecting to walk between public transportation stops and visited sites for short distances. Where needed, transportation by taxi may be included, depending on the operation of this tour
  • Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside the Central Business District (i.e. New Territories, Tai O), Macau, any border crossing with mainland China and Hong Kong’s International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions
  • Customers are advised that during the Lunar Festival celebrations (celebration of Chinese New Year), excursions and tours may be subject to supplementary charges and/or may see longer waiting times than normal
  • We regret that we cannot guarantee in any way, confirmed pre-seating at the race track. The final seating arrangement will be determined on spot
  • We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users
  • We will always make the effort to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour
  • Please note pick-up and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off
  • Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this
  • We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request
  • In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions
  • This tour is operated only on Wednesdays between 30 June and 1 September

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Private Half Day Hong Kong Hiking Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/hike-the-dragons-back-on-hong-kong-island/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=hike-the-dragons-back-on-hong-kong-island Thu, 03 Mar 2022 05:07:56 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028198 Lap up incredible vistas of Hong Kong’s collection of outlying islands while hitting the famous Dragon’s Back trail. The Dragon’s Back is a mountain ridge in south-east Hong Kong that passes through Shek O Peak.

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Private Half Day Hong Kong Hiking Tour

Lap up incredible vistas of Hong Kong’s collection of outlying islands while hitting the famous Dragon’s Back trail. The Dragon’s Back is a mountain ridge in south-east Hong Kong that passes through Shek O Peak. In 2019, it was selected as one of the world’s 23 best trails.

At 8.30 am, we will be met by our guide at the hotel and taken to the MTR subway to catch a train to Shau Kei Wan.

First we stroll through a lively wet market to gain an insight into local life.

We then take a public bus to the starting point of our hike; an easy 7 km, two hour trek that takes in stunning views of Shek O Beach, Tai Long Wan (Big Wave Bay), the seaside village of Stanley, Tai Tam district and the South China Sea.

After completing the trail, we return to the hotel by public transport.

Please note: The option exists to spend time at Shek O Beach. The guide will facilitate this and those who opt for this option can make their own way back to the hotel at leisure.

Route
  • Duration: 5 hours, with departure at 8:30 am;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily on private basis with English-speaking guide;
  • Recommended season is between November to March;
  • Only recommend for aged 12 or above;
  • Tour will reschedule under Yellow/Red/Black Storm warning or Typhoon 3 or above posted by 07:30 am in the morning of the tour;
  • Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
  • Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
  • Public transportation fee;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
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Private Half Day Kowloon Cultural and Life Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/cultural-hong-kong-by-foot-and-public-transport/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cultural-hong-kong-by-foot-and-public-transport Wed, 02 Mar 2022 07:07:57 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028162 Capture the essence of Hong Kong Island on this half-day tour. Many of the iconic images associated with Hong Kong come from here – glitzy skyscrapers, opulent hotels, legendary landmarks and looming mountains.

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Private Half Day Kowloon Cultural and Life Tour

Your guide will meet you at hotel on appointed time to start half day Kowloon cultural and life tour. Visit Bird Market, Flower Market, Wong Tai Sin Temple, Avenue of Star or the Chi Lin Nunnery. After visit, transfer back to hotel (4 hours without lunch).

Bird Market – With about 70 bird stalls showcasing a variety of melodious songbirds, this garden, with its courtyards & moon gates, is a delight. Songbirds remain a favourite pet of some local men & the garden is testimony to the excessive pampering they receive.

Flower Market – Hong Kong’s Flower Market is a jungle of exotic blooms and scents that’s worth immersing yourself in. The dozens of shops and wholesalers here sell auspicious blossoms and luck-bringing houseplants to an enthusiastic crowd all year round. But the lead up to Chinese New Year is when things really heat up, as families flock towards the market to carefully select flowers and greenery that attract good luck and fortune as a new lunar cycle begins.

Jade Market – This is where the locals buy and sell their jade. Here you can find jade of al kinds in its original or carved forms, pricing from a few dollars to a few thousand dollars.

Wong Tai Sin Temple – At the impressive Wong Tai Sin Temple, all three main religions of China – Buddhism, Taoism & Confucianism – are practiced. The temple is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, a shepherd who earned immortality through his good deeds. The temple is a shining example of traditional Chinese architecture, with red pillars, a golden ceiling & ornate latticework. The “office” consists of many “soothsayers” & the temple may well house the largest concentration of fortune-tellers in Asia.

Route
  • Duration: 4 hours, with morning departure at 9 am, or afternoon at 1 pm;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily on private basis with English-speaking guide.
  • Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
  • Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the programme;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges.
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Private Full Day Lantau Island Walking Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/mountains-and-monasteries-of-lantau-island/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mountains-and-monasteries-of-lantau-island Tue, 01 Mar 2022 05:03:24 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028115 Trade in Hong Kong Island’s frenetic activity for the quieter calms of the mountainous Lantau Island, Hong Kong’s largest island. This is home to enchanting beaches, quaint fishing villages and ancient monasteries and temples, nestled against a lush mountain backdrop.

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Private Full Day Lantau Island Walking Tour

Spend the day discovering life on Lantau, the largest island in the Hong Kong Administrative Region.

This is home to enchanting beaches, quaint fishing villages and ancient monasteries and temples, nestled against a lush mountain backdrop. Lantau is an island prime for leisure activities, yet close to the business metropolis of Hong Kong island.

In the morning we meet at the hotel and take the MTR Subway to Tung Chung Station where we board a cable car to Ngong Ping village. The elevated journey reveals a sprawling land and seascape with views of the ocean, airport and undulating hills.

On arrival, we explore Ngong Ping and take a stroll to Po Lin Monastery to marvel at the 34-metres tall Tian Tan Buddha. Delve into Buddhism at Po Lin Monastery with its Giant Bronze Buddha and feast your eyes on the ancient paintings and calligraphies.

We then enjoy a well-deserved vegetarian lunch at a restaurant within a monastery before jumping on a bus to experience local life in traditional Tai O village.

Next, we catch another bus to the bustling coastal town of Mui Wo where we board a public ferry and cruise back to the hotel.

Route
  • Duration: 8 hours, with departure at 9 am;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily except Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays on private basis with English-speaking guide.
  • Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
  • Public Transportation Fee;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges;
  • Vegetarian lunch (no drink).
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Private Full Day Hong Kong Cheung Chau Island Walking Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/cheung-chau-island-walking-tour/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cheung-chau-island-walking-tour Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:18:58 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1028103 Discover Cheung Chau’s rich culture and heritage on this immersive full-day walking tour that takes in the island’s historic highlights.

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Private Full Day Hong Kong Cheung Chau Island Walking Tour

Discover Cheung Chau’s rich culture and heritage on this immersive full-day walking tour that takes in the island’s historic attractions.

Cheung Chau is a small, dumb bell shaped island about 10 km south-west of Hong Kong island and it is home to a series of fascinating areas.

We will spend the day exploring the island on foot and by public transport, starting at Pak Tai Temple which is dedicated to the Taoist god Pak Tai, who is known as the ‘Supreme Emperor of the Dark Heaven.’ Built in 1783, the temple’s layout includes traditional Chinese elements such as ceramic figurines on the roof ridges, murals containing auspicious motifs and stone lions in the forecourt.

Our adventure will also see us marvel at Cheung Chau Rock Carvings at Tung Wan Beach, a popular spot for swimming, windsurfing and canoeing. The 3,000-year-old Bronze Age rock carvings are located near the water’s edge and feature intriguing geometric graphics and abstract animal images.

Route
  • Duration: 6.5 hours, with departure at 8-9 am;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily except Sundays and Public Holidays on private basis with English-speaking guide.

• Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
• Public transportation fee;
• Chinese lunch at local restaurant (food only);
• All applicable taxes and service charges;
• All meals as indicated in the programme (no drink).

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Private Half Day Sham Shui Po Foodie Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/sham-shui-po-foodie-adventure/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sham-shui-po-foodie-adventure Tue, 22 Feb 2022 04:20:35 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1027958 The inhabitants of Hong Kong are obsessed with food! Whether at steaming street food stalls, in family-run eateries or in Michelin starred restaurants, you’ll always find the locals eating delicious-smelling dishes and snacks.

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Private Half Day Sham Shui Po Foodie Tour

Eat your way around Hong Kong’s vibrant Sham Shui Po district on this enlightening and delectable half-day food tour.

Soak up authentic culture as we stroll through this local neighbourhood and sample specialties along the way.

We tuck into popular breakfast dishes at a traditional cha chang teng eatery before visiting a local breakfast shop to try a mainstay of the early morning diet, steamed rice rolls.

Next, we visit a soy speciality store that only sells healthy soy ingredient products. Take a gulp of some of the freshest soy milk and learn more about soy bean cuisine.

Our next stop is a braised goose restaurant where we can see the chef adapt traditional Chiu Chow region cuisine for Hong Kong palates.

At a popular bakery, we sample two types of freshly-baked cookies.

Finally, at the award-winning, family-run ‘Oodles of Noodles’ restaurant we feast on hand-made fresh egg noodles smothered with a special topping.

You will leave this gastronomic tour with a new-found appreciation of Hong Kong’s exceptional cuisine.

Route
  • Duration: 4 hours, with departure at 10 am;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily except Chinese New Year Period on private basis with English-speaking guide;
  • Tour will reschedule under Yellow/Red/Black Storm warning or Typhoon 3 or above posted by 07:30 am in the morning of the tour;
  • Participants should wear comfortable clothing and shoes.
  • Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
  • Public Transportation Fee;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges;
  • All meals as indicated in the program (no drink).
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Flavours of Hong Kong and Kowloon by Foot https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/flavours-of-hong-kong-and-kowloon-by-foot/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=flavours-of-hong-kong-and-kowloon-by-foot Thu, 27 Jan 2022 05:06:29 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1027681 The inhabitants of Hong Kong are obsessed with food! Whether at steaming street food stalls, in family-run eateries or in Michelin starred restaurants, you’ll always find the locals eating – and with good reason, as the food here is delicious and abundant.

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Flavours of Hong Kong and Kowloon by Foot

Flavours of Hong Kong
and Kowloon by Foot

Get a taste of old and new Hong Kong on a cultural and culinary journey through Hong Kong Island
and Kowloon. Travel on foot and by the iconic Star Ferry. Sample best-loved bites and
sip tea with the locals. All you need to bring is a good appetite!

WHY THIS TOUR?

The inhabitants of Hong Kong are obsessed with food! Whether at steaming street food stalls, in family-run eateries or in Michelin starred restaurants, you’ll always find the locals eating – and with good reason, as the food here is delicious and abundant.

On this full day tour of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon you will get to savour some of Hong Kong’s favourite foods while soaking up the local vibes. Between tastings, you can discover traditional shops and explore lively markets selling jade, flowers and clothes. You will also get to reduce your carbon footprint by meandering the streets on foot and taking public transport including the historic Star Ferry.

TRAIL ITINERARY

Flavours of Hong Kong and Kowloon by Foot

09:00 - 17:00

What better way to start your foodie tour than on the iconic Star Ferry? Since 1888 the green and white ferries have been transporting the locals back and forth across the water. Board at Tsim Sha Tsui and travel over to Victoria Harbour in the Central District, taking in the views of Hong Kong Island’s towering skyscrapers and glitzy malls along the way.

Along with your guide, take a stroll along Hollywood Road passing by art galleries and antique shops. Meander through the historic Sheung Wan District, home to abundant markets and hip restaurants. Ponder over the exotic ingredients in traditional medicine shops and breathe in the pungent aromas from the dried seafood stalls.

All that walking builds up an appetite, so stop in some rustic restaurants for lunch. You get the chance to sample authentic cuisine such as wonton noodles, rocky buns and egg tarts. Observe daily life as you sip tea with the locals in a small tea house, known as Cha Chaan Teng in Chinese.

Fully sated, head out to Kowloon. In the jade market browse stalls laden with jewellery, trinkets, talismans and souvenirs made from jade in all shades of blue, green, turquoise and purple. In the colourful flower market photograph the exotic blossoms and inhale the sweet perfume of the fresh blooms.

The next stop is at the Yuen Po Street Bird Garden, an oasis in the city where a unique part of the local culture can be observed. The locals flock here to meet each other and gossip – and also to take their favourite songbirds for a walk! The final market on your tour is Ladies Market, a great place to pick up bargains, especially clothes and souvenirs.

It’s then time to return to the hotel, or you can choose to stay longer at the market and make your way back to the hotel in your own time.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

×

INCLUSIONS

  • A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request and may be subject to supplementary charges
  • Public transportation fees in Hong Kong.
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Snacks, tea and /or food tasting sessions during the tour
  • Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)

EXCLUSIONS

  • Private transfer by vehicle or by taxi, when applicable
  • Tours, inclusions of any kind and other services that are not outlined in the tour description
  • Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours, unless otherwise stated
  • Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
  • Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels
  • Single supplement charges for single travelers, where applicable
  • Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point
  • Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations
  • Hotel expenses of a personal nature, should an overnight be included: this includes mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program
  • Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

GOOD TO KNOW

  • This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
  • This tour is operated by using public transportation only. Clients may be expecting to walk between public transportation stops and visited sites for short distances. Where needed, transportation by taxi may be included, depending on the operation of this tour
  • Hotel pick-up for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside the Central Business District (i.e. New Territories, Tai O), Macau, any border crossing with mainland China and Hong Kong’s International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.
  • Customers are advised that during the Lunar Festival celebrations (celebration of Chinese New Year), this tour is not operational.
  • We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant.
  • This food-themed tour along local restaurants and food stalls may not be suitable for customers who are vegetarians or have specific food allergies.
  • Guests are advised that some walking is required during this excursion; we always ensure that we take the most comfortable ways from the entrance of the sight to the sight itself.
  • We will always make the effort to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
  • Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It is the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
  • Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sun’s rays are still very powerful.
  • We reserve the right to make necessary changes to the excursion in case of unfavourable weather conditions or situations where we are forced to make alterations to guarantee the safety of our guests.
  • The protection of the country’s flora and fauna is of immense importance for us. We will not pursue any activities for guests that are not in line with our animal, wildlife and environment protection principles.
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
  • In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
  • We recommend wearing light, comfortable cotton clothing and comfortable shoes.

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Private Full Day Macau Tour https://www.asiantrails.travel/trail/dazzling-and-historical-macau-in-a-day/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dazzling-and-historical-macau-in-a-day Thu, 29 Jul 2021 15:56:24 +0000 https://www.asiantrails.travel/?post_type=trail&p=1026438 Lauded for both its glitter and glamour and its historical centre, Macau is undeniably diverse and highly entertaining.

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Private Full Day Macau Tour

Pick up from hotel and transfer to pier.

Depart for Macau by high speed catamaran / turbojet (approximately 60 mins).

After approximately 15-30 minutes immigration formality begins the city tour.

City tour in Macau includes :

  • The Ruins of St. Paul – This Roman Catholic Church was built in 1602 and burned by fire in 1835. Miraculously, fine carvings and statues can be seen on the surviving façade.
  • Senado Square – the Square is surrounded by pastel-coloured neo-classical buildings, creating a consistent and harmonious Mediterranean atmosphere, the most popular venue for public events and celebrations today.
  • A-Ma Temple – The temple was built 400 years ago in homage to a girl who saved seamen’s lives. Macau was later named by the Portuguese settlers in mid-16th Century.

Lunch will be served in local restaurant.

Casinos in Macau offer a large variety of casino games that give versatile entertainment to visitors. Try your luck!

Drop by the concourse of Macau Tower for taking picture (exclude entrance ticket).

Return to Hong Kong by Catamaran and transfer back to hotel.

Route
  • Duration: 8 – 9 hours, with departure at 8:30 am;
  • This Trail programme is operated daily on private basis with English-speaking guide.
  • Tours and transfers with English-speaking, licenced assistance;
  • Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the programme;
  • All applicable taxes and service charges;
  • All meals as indicated in the program (food only).
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