Guided Highlights Tour of Hong Kong with Lunch

Overview

Explore the iconic sites of Hong Kong on a 6-hour guided excursion. The journey begins with an ascent of Victoria Peak via the Peak Tram, reaching 428 m (1,404 ft) to enjoy a panoramic view of the city. The tour continues with a cultural and urban exploration. You will visit the Man Mo Temple, Tai Kwun Centre, Hollywood Road, and the famous Mid-Levels Escalator. The itinerary also includes local transport experiences with a ride on a traditional tram and a minibus trip along the winding roads to the Peak. The experience is completed by a gastronomic introduction. The programme includes the tasting of three local specialities: wonton noodles in a Michelin-starred or equivalent restaurant, egg tart, and milk tea.

Itinerary

1. Introduction of the "One Country, Two Systems" principle began in 1997 when Hong Kong was handed over to China. What is it? How is it practiced? And what happens after 2047?

   · 10 min

2. Statue Square

   Discover why Feng Shui is so important in Hong Kong and how it has shaped the city's skyline. You'll also hear the story of a legendary Feng Shui showdown between the Chinese and the British.

   · 10 min

3. HSBC Main Building

   Starting with the iconic HSBC lions, you'll learn why they appear on Hong Kong currency and how the city's coastline and financial district have developed over time.

   · 10 min

4. Explore the history of Hong Kong, from its days as a fishing village before British rule, to becoming a British possession in 1842, and its inevitable handover back to China in 1997. Along the way, your guide will share their own family history, offering a unique and personal perspective on the city's transformation.

   · 20 min

5. Peak Tram

   We'll take a ride together on the Peak Tram — opened in 1888, it was the first funicular in Asia—and ascend to Victoria Peak!

   · 20 min· Admission included

6. Lion's Pavilion at The Peak

   From an observation deck with a panoramic view of Hong Kong Island, you'll be introduced to the city's skyline and its most significant landmarks.

   · 15 min

7. You'll have 30 minutes to explore and enjoy Victoria Peak at your own pace.

   · 30 min

8. Take a ride on Hong Kong's beloved transportation—the minibus. You will travel through the winding road of the Peak back to Central.

   · 20 min· Admission included

9. Queen's Road Central

   How Hong Kong's extreme rental economy became the defining force in shaping its urban landscape, including the reality of subdivided living units.

   · 10 min

10. Taste a hearty bowls of shrimp-packed dumplings in amber flounder and monk fruit broth—a refugee chef’s reinvention of a 2,000-year-old dumpling tradition.

    · 30 min· Admission included

11. Mid-levels Escalator

    Take a ride on the longest wscalator system in the world while learning about the origins and the engineering chanllenges it faced when it was completed in 1993.

    · 10 min

12. Tai Kwun

    Once a central police station, court house, and prison; we will visit this historic structure that witness the transformation of Hong Kong's law and order system.

    · 20 min

13. Hollywood Road

    We will pass through a few picturesque spots with murals and graffiti along the main road of Old Town Central.

    · 10 min

14. Man Mo Temple

    At one of the oldest temples in Hong Kong, our guide will show you how to properly visit the temple and perform an incense offering and fortune-telling exercise.

    · 20 min

15. Once a street filled with refugees from China selling their family antiques to survive in Hong Kong, you will learn about the evolution of this street as well as the remaining trades that still exist in this market.

    · 15 min

16. Taste an influence from British colonization — egg tart and milk tea! This dish came from Hong Kongers' innovation due to a lack of resources in the post-war economy.

    · 15 min· Admission included

17. Hop on the Hong Kong Tramway, a beloved mode of transportation since 1904. It has outlived its London predecessor and still carries over a hundred thousand passengers daily.

    · 20 min· Admission included

How to use your ticket

Ticket handed over by the operator on site

Please check the official e-mail confirmation for the tour, which will include the Peak Tram attraction ticket.

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Prams and strollers are welcome.
• Assistance animals are permitted.
• Public transport is available nearby.
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap.
• Not recommended for travellers with spinal problems.
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels.
• The group is limited to a maximum of 20 participants.
• Confirmation is immediate upon booking.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation for a full refund up to at least 24 hours before departure.

• No refund available for cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure.
• This activity may be cancelled in case of bad weather.

Who is it for?

• English-speaking travellers (guide in English).
• Families with young children.
• Lovers of local gastronomy and urban culture.

What makes it different

• Combination of three typical transports: Peak Tram, tram, and minibus.
• Lunch including wonton noodles in a recognised establishment (Michelin or equivalent).
• Comprehensive itinerary blending historical monuments and culinary tastings.

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