Things to do and see in Hong Kong Shore Excursions
Hong Kong is well-known for lines of skyscrapers and modern technology. But that’s not all. This idiosyncratic city brings to you thrilling experiences and power up with super energy right after the moment you arrive. Hong Kong can be the paradise for shopaholics, heaven for food lovers, and palace for luxury restaurants and bars. Landmarks are fantastic, and the skyline is breathtaking that make you can’t stop photographing. Lost in endless street markets, hop on an interesting boat ride. Of course, you can’t experience everything, but there are some of them you shouldn’t miss that Shore Excursions Asia would like to recommend below.
Panoramic view from Victoria Peak
There are reasons for the Victoria Peak is one of the most popular attraction that included in any
Hong Kong sightseeing tour. About 1805 feet above the sea level, the peak provides a chance to catch the panoramic view of the whole Hong Kong Island. If you are luckily visiting on a clear day, majestic sight of eight mountains in Kowloon will fit in your eyes. You can reach the top by patiently climbing, and then the breathtaking scenery would be your priceless reward, or just easily spend seven minutes hopping on a ride from Peak Tram - known as the steepest funicular railway in the world till now. The beautiful sights from Vitoria Peak can not only be seen during the day. At night, the lights from buildings create a picturesque flame like millions of fireflies happily jumping around.
Sample Dim Sum
This interesting dish can be understood as “touch your heart” in English, and really nail it! Dim Sum originated served as a morning or early afternoon meal, like a traditional appetizer. But now it is considered as an essential part of any family meal in Hong Kong, consists of dumplings in steamer baskets or on small plates. Some restaurants serve dim sum from the pushed cart or allow to order from the menu.
Visit Hong Kong, you can miss the chance to taste its specialties. There is a plenty of options to taste dim sum, but the most famous dishes are steamed shrimp dumpling, barbecued pork bun, spare ribs, and turnip cake. You can easily find a place to sample, but choose one to worth your money. Tim Ho Wan - one of the Michelin-starred restaurants, but with reasonable price – is a good idea. For an older flavor, try Luk Yu Tea House where you can taste the original dim sum without any improvement through series of years.
Lost in endless street markets
If you are too familiar with huge shopping malls enclosing with the high price but few kinds of products, Hong Kong can be the heaven for you. Soak in endless street markets, you can find everything you want. The Ladies’ Market is lined up by over 100 shops of clothes and accessories, while Apliu Street Market is home to electronic households and products. For antiques, you can take a visit to the market with a lovely name – Cat Street. Fa Yuen Street is the mixture of sneakers, flowers, goldfishes, birds, jade, and also items used in the kitchen. Among these markets, Temple Street Night Market is the most famous with multiple of products from noodles to watches.
Hike the Dragon’s Back
Hong Kong is a modern city, but it does not mean that there is no natural landmark to explore. Stretching for 31 miles, the trail crosses through 5 parks on the island which the most famous one is the Dragon’s Back.
Keep hiking and then reaching the Shek O Peak where you marvel at bird-eye views of turquoise-water bay, white-sand beach, verdant countryside, waterfront communities, and far away is the epic sight of South China Sea. The hike normally takes less than two hours, but for completed experience, spend more time to start from lovely Happy Valley.
Visit historic temples
Hopping on Hong Kong shore excursions, you cannot miss a visit to ancient religious sites. Man Mo Temple - the oldest in the city – is dedicated to Taoist gods of literature and war. Believers usually come here to leave offerings and burn incense while fortune tellers highly respected in this country are sitting in front waiting for customers.
If you want some flashy things, move to Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery where 500 real-size golden Buddha statues gently sitting on the side of 400 steps that you will climb up to reach the main temple. More than its name, the temple hides 13,000 gilded ceramic statues.
Relax in the park
Hong Kong is a modern city, people here seem to escape to islands, beaches, and countryside to enjoy a peaceful life. However, you still enjoy some green space in the center of the city.
Hong Kong Park is an area mixing of scattered rocks and beautiful leafy pathways. The tranquil atmosphere is most suitable for practicing and relaxing. Besides, Victoria Park is the largest one in the whole island with recreational facilities for playing football, basketball, swimming, lawn bowling and also tennis. If you want to be lost in the feudalist space, the prettiest Nan Lian Garden is a good idea. Landing on 35,000 square meters, the garden is designed with the architecture style from Tang Dynasty.
Dip into shopping
There is no reason to take a shore trip without bringing any souvenirs or gifts for family and friends. Hong Kong is a paradise for shopaholics with hundreds of shopping malls from mazelike to high-end.
For one-stop shopping, head to Times Square – a giant complex including twelve floors which tell different stories. A visit to any Hong Kong’s tailor is worth your time to choose a garment that matches your favor.
Escape to the beach
Not too far from the city center reaching by many ways including taxi, boat, or even public transportation, you now are standing on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Hong Kong is home to several different kinds of beaches which can suit for anyone from surfers to party.
Shek O is one of the most well-known choices. Stretching by sand, the beach surrounds Repulse Bay. For a completely strange experience, head to pristine Tai Long Wan with fresh clear water and rich ecosystem.
30 Comments
at 03:09
We took our own tailor-made Hong Kong City Tour to visit Victoria Peak, Aberdeen and Stanley Market. We really enjoyed going up the mountain to have the panoramic view of Hong Kong. We had the great time riding a sampan in Aberdeen Fishing Village. Great tour guide, showed us around the city with his incredible knowledge of local history and culture. And then he took us to Stanley Markets to have a bit of shopping time and enjoy the bustling and hustling typical Asian markets. The itinerary was completely interesting, a great choice for shore excursion in Hong Kong!
at 03:44
Hi Paul,
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at 10:32
We did the 4-hour itinerary which was interesting and took us to Victoria Peak and some other interesting stops along the way. That was amazing excursion! We are very enjoyable.
at 11:46
Hi Duane,
Thank you for choosing us. We hope that we can be your partner in any further excursions and tours you will hop on.
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at 02:55
We paid a visit to Victoria Peak in our shore excursion in Hong Kong. Very crowed but shops, restaurants, and a great view of Hong Kong.
at 03:30
Hi Nursepal,
Thank you for enjoying our shore excursion. Hope you will enjoy more and more in the future.
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at 02:55
It was foggy in the day we take the tour to Victoria Peak, What a pity! Not much to see. But we really enjoy the tram ride to the top.
at 03:16
Hi Ann,
Thank you for hopping on our shore excursion. Any comments please contact us to improve our services and products. Hope you enjoy your further Asia Shore Excursions.
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at 04:13
Found many bargains in Stanley Market, have many time to stroll down the colorful shopping lines. We wish that we could have more time for more shopping choices! Great market with great deal.
at 14:35
Dear Thomas,
Thanks for choosing Shore Excursions Asia. We are pleased to be your partner in this Hong Kong shore trip. Hope you enjoy it and become our loyal customer.
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at 10:29
please advise cost for 4 adults . we arrive at kai tak port on saphire princess. thanks and regards
at 10:59
Hi Saul,
Thank you for your request on Hong Kong shore excursion. Please check your email for detailed quotation and let me know if you have any other questions.
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at 21:13
Please need information we like to visit Honk Kong one day tour , Victoria Park, Aberdeen, Stanley Market , riding a sampan, we are 3 people coming in the Saphire Princess cruise April 17, 2016 thank you
at 22:17
Hi Amelia,
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at 06:26
Please provide information on the cost per person with start times & end times for the 1 day Hong Kong Highlights tour and the Hong Kong Isand half day tour? 2 people, arrival date 2/8/17 or 2/9/17. Thank you.
at 07:23
Dear Mr.Yu,
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at 22:26
We are 2 adults arriving on Diamond Princess 11/03 and 11/04. we want to see highlights , either day or both days, for less than $100.00 total, per day, for us. Thanks
Conatance Frederick
at 22:57
Hi Constance,
Thank you for contacting us. The detailed quotation on Hong Kong highlights shore excursions you may interest has been sent to your email. Kindly have a look at it and let me know if you have any other questions.
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at 22:29
Also , the same requirement for 1 day in Shanghai, Busan and Nagasaki=====any information you can give for highlighta at these places, no meals, and we do not mind sharing tour with similar minded travellers. Thank you
Constance Frederick
at 23:02
Dear Constance,
Thank you for letting us know your travel plan. The detailed quotation of Shanghai, Busan and Nagasaki shore excursions may be suitable for your demand has been sent to your email address. Please check it and let me know if you have any other enquiries.
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at 19:03
My husband and I will be on a Holland America cruise aboard the Amsterdam with 14 stops in Asia, including two days in Hong Kong. I am having a very difficult time using your site as I want to book tours in all the ports, but there is no practical information on your website….how large is the tour group?, what is the cost per person?, what time do the tours depart from and arrive back at the ship? I have already sent inquires about 3 shore excursions so far. Very frustrating and time consuming. Can you please add important information to your website?
at 19:54
Dear Marilyn,
The price per pax is cheaper if there are more people joining the tour. Please check your email for detailed quotation of Hong Kong shore excursions. Kindly let me know if you need more information.
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at 17:03
Hi we are 2 people arriving on Celebrity Millenium on Nov 19th at 7am and are looking for an excursion. Do you have availability on any trip that will pick up from the port please?
at 18:10
Hi Liz,
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at 14:51
I would like to know if you offer German-language tours?
at 15:34
Hi Berivan,
Thank you for contacting us. We provide German-speaking guides for your requested tour. Please check your email for the detailed quotation of Hong Kong shore excursion, and let us know if you have any questions.
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at 05:54
Will this tour be available for cruise passengers of the Norwegian Jewel which will be in port on Wednesday March 21, 2018? What is the cost of this tour in US Dollars? Thank you
at 06:22
Hi Howard,
Thank you for your request. Please check your email for detailed quotation of Hong Kong shore excursion. Feel free to contact us should you have other enquiries.
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at 09:38
Will this tour be available for cruise passengers of the Norwegian Jewel which will be in port on Wednesday March 21, 2018? What is the cost of this tour in AU Dollars for 2 people? Thank you
at 10:40
Dear Bill,
Thank you for reaching to us. Please check your email for detailed quotation on this Hongkong shore trip. Feel free to ask us any question you may have.
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