Cultural Hong Kong by Foot and Public Transport

Cultural Hong Kong by
Foot and Public Transport

Travel by foot, tram, subway and double decker bus for a true taste of old and
new Hong Kong Island. Experience the Peak Tram, the hillside escalator,
iconic districts, a foot massage and a traditional tea tasting.

WHY THIS TOUR?

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. Central district, which runs along the north shore, is the beating heart of the island.

This is a hub for business, politics and finance, and also showcases grand colonial architecture. In the shadow of Central’s high rises lies Sheung Wan, an area with a salubrious past. These days it’s a colourful, bustling area packed full of traditional stores, antique shops and markets. And of course, overlooking all this is the Peak, Hong Kong’s most spectacular viewpoint with views of one of the best skylines in the world.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong

1 Day

Essential Trails

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TRAIL ITINERARY

Cultural Hong Kong by Foot and Public Transport

08:30 - 16:00

After meeting the guide at your hotel, take the MTR subway to the Central district. Wander through this dynamic area gazing up at heritage buildings, colonial landmarks, elaborate churches and soaring glass and steel financial towers.

You will then take a walk to Admiralty for an unforgettable ride up Victoria Peak on the Peak Tram, one of the world’s oldest funicular railways that dates back to 1888. The ascent is so steep that the buildings you glide past appear to tilt at impossible angles. At 400 metres above sea level, Victoria Peak is the highest point on the island. The summit provides a stunning bird’s-eye view of Victoria Harbour, the Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island sprawling below.

A double-decker public bus will transport you back into the city, followed by a tram ride to Sheung Wan district. A unique feature here is the escalator, once ranked the longest in the world. The covered stairway traverses an elevation of over 135 metres from bottom to top in the SoHo neighbourhood, home to restaurants, bars, nightclubs and art galleries.

At Hollywood Road, wander past curio and antique shops selling pottery, jewellery, ornaments, coins and carvings. After all the walking, treat your achy feet to a rejuvenating 50-minute foot massage.

Our final stop of the tour is at a tea workshop to learn all about the different types of Chinese teas. After a refreshing cup of tea, you will return to your hotel.

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

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INCLUSIONS

  • A full-day walking 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
  • One-way ticket by on board the famous Peak Tram
  • A 50-minute foot massage at a massage centre
  • One hour tea tasting & demonstration workshop
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges

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
  • 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.
  • 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 snack stops en route.
  • We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • This tour may include walking over uneven paths, surfaces and off-road bumpy roads, unsuitable for pregnant women, people with neck and back problems and those with limited mobility.
  • 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.
  • 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 48 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 48 hours may be on request.
  • In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 48 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
  • It is required to show your confirmation with a photo ID at the guide prior to the start of the tour.

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