The Other Side of Hong Kong by Bicycle

The Other Side of
Hong Kong by Bicycle

Evidence that Hong Kong is more than a modern skyline has yet to be found. Sustainable from
start to finish, an oasis of marshlands and lushness unfolds when cycling through the
flora and fauna landscape of Yuen Long. New adventures with an active touch!

WHY THIS TOUR?

The excitement never stops when choosing Hong Kong. From seeing the dazzling heights of some of Asia’s tallest skyscrapers to getting immersed in the constant flow of food and culture, this former British colony packs a punch when close to frenzied surroundings is on your itinerary. Add the immaculate shopping opportunities and a broad array of entertainment venues, and Hong Kong delivers.

But what one actually knows about Hong Kong is only a fraction of its expansive landmass. Away from it all, inundated with greenery, mountain ranges, and remote islands, another image of this metropolis slowly dooms up, calmly and with a touch of authenticity. One that is best explored by bicycle and amplifies the lesser-known side. An Active Trails with a sustainable character awaits true adventurers, looking to see the diversity of what moves, wanders and encapsulates this metropolis as well.

TRAIL ITINERARY

The Other Side of Hong Kong by Bicycle

08:00 - 13:00

To add to the sustainable theme of this tour, transportation from your booked accommodation to the meeting point is via public transport. With an extensive and highly efficiently running subway network, the ride to Yuen Long Station merges the theme of mingling with the locals even on this transfer. Your bicycles and guide for this morning tour are ready right at Yuen Long to start an encounter of little known Hong Kong. Ensuring that all fit well and caters to make this a comfortable ride will be taken up just before pedalling away.

Following the river banks of the Kam Tin River (3-lined lanes), the first stop will be made when the Sha Pui River hits our retinas. A small wooden ferry brings you and your bikes to the other side, called Nam Sang Wai. It is here where large the landscape turns into a green field of wafting weeds, ponds, and trees. When carefully watching, an abundance of wildlife (particularly birds) appears left and right.

The real cycling starts here; for two hours, we leisurely pedal around making ample stops to catch our breath or take pictures of the flora and fauna side of Hong Kong. En route, the vast marshlands, abandoned farms, mudflats and wetlands intersperse the quiet side – you will soon experience that this city is home to some fascinating natural landscapes, unbeknownst by many.

Via a well laid-out route, we head back to MTR Yuen Long Station where we drop off our bikes after enjoying a local lunch. The public transport ride on the West Rail back to Hong Kong Island’s busy streets and your hotel marks the end of an exhilarating morning.

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
  • Return transfers by public transportation from and to MRT Yuen Long Station
  • Use of a well-maintained bicycle during the tour, complete with helmet
  • All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
  • All applicable taxes and service charges
  • Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)

EXCLUSIONS

  • Any supplements for private transfers from and to the meeting point
  • 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.
  • Return transfers by public transport (MRT) for this excursion 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 may be excluded, based on the public transportation connections with Hong Kong’s West Rail. Do expect longer transfer time and extended durations.
  • 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 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.
  • We regret to inform you that this excursion is not suitable for wheelchair users.
  • Customers booking this leisurely bicycle tour may expect some light hills, unequal terrain and/or some bike carrying along the way.
  • A minimal degree of fitness may be needed to enjoy this excursion to the fullest.
  • We always will make efforts 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 sunrays still have an immense power
  • Participants should bring a change of clothing for the return journey, a small towel, comfortable shoes, a windbreaker or waterproof fleece jacket for cool days in winter, and one litre of water.
  • We would highly recommend you to bring binoculars if you have them as well as gloves for riding
  • 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
  • This tour is operated only in the morning

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