Hong Kong

Hong Kong
Special Region in China

Hong Kong is not an independent country. Officially Hong Kong is the Special Administrative Region of China. But unofficially is working as independent country. That means "One Country Two Systems". They have different currency, You need visa to visit Hong Kong. Even China-Hong Kong border acting as an international border. So for the tourists, it is a country in the world.
Hong Kong comprises the Kowloon peninsula and 263 islands. The largest island is Lantau Island and the second largest is Hong Kong Central Island.
Hong Kong shares only a land border with mainland China to the north.

How to Reach Hong Kong

Hong Kong International Airport (IATA Code-HKG), is the main airport in Hong Kong.
I always use the following app to buy air tickets. Because this app shows the cheapest tickets on all airlines. I can buy tickets as per my requirement. Enter the country you are going to. Then enter your departure and arrival date. Click on search.


* Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket (Airport Pickup).

* Hong Kong Airport to hotel private 1-Way Transfer up to 6 person.

Hotels in Hong Kong

Where to stay in Hong Kong will be the next question for the first time visitor and specially for budget tourist. If so, then "Tsim Sha Tsui" area is the best place for them. Not only cheap, bus also nice place.
I always use the following app for hotel bookings. Because it compares to Booking.com, Airbnb and other sites and shows the cheapest price in the same room. I can book a budget or a luxury room as I need it. Just enter your check in and check out date and click search.

Transportation in Hong Kong

If you travel a lot in a day, Then MTR day pass will be the convenient for you. Single day of unlimited travel on the MTR, Light Rail and MTR Bus (except Airport Express, East Rail Line First Class and travel to/from Lo Wu or Lok Ma Chau Station). Ticket is valid for 24 consecutive hours from the 1st use. If you buy and not use, the card will be valid for 1 month.

1 day Pass Price: HKD 65 ($8.39) for adult. HKD 30 ($3.87) for Child.

Tourist Places in Hong Kong

You need approximately USD 350 to visit all the places listed below + Food cost + Transport cost + Accommodation cost.
The way I have described here, it will minimize your transport cost.
You can buy Hong Kong Pass to minimize your tour cost.

2 Day Pass: HKD 1099 ($141.77) for adult and HKD 899 ($115.97) for child.
3 Day Pass: HKD 1699 ($219.17) for adult and HKD 1399 ($180.47) for child.
4 Day Pass: HKD 1999 ($257.87) for adult and HKD 1699 ($219.17) for child.

Buy Online and get discount for Hong Kong Pass.

You can rent Hong Kong and Macau Pocket Wi-Fi with Unlimited Data. So that you can share with your friends from the beginning of your tour.

Day-1: Lantau Island
Lantau Island is the largest Island in Hong Kong right next to Hong Kong Airport.

Ngong Ping Village

Village

Visiiting Time: 10 AM to 6 PM on weekdays and 9 AM to 6:30 PM on weekends.
How to go:
By Cable Car: From MTR Tung Chung Station Exit B, then take Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, which takes around 25 minutes.
Standard Cabin Single Trip Cost: HKD 160 ($20.64) for adult, HKD 75 ($9.67) for child age 3-11, HKD 105 ($13.05) for senior.
Standard Cabin Round Trip Cost: HKD 235 ($30.31) for adult, HKD 110 ($14.19) for child age 3-11, HKD 155 ($19.99) for senior.
Crystal Cabin Single Trip Cost: HKD 215 ($27.73) for adult, HKD 125 ($16.12) for child age 3-11, HKD 160 ($20.64) for senior.
Crystal Cabin Round Trip Cost: HKD 315 ($40.63) for adult, HKD 190 ($24.5) for child age 3-11, HKD 235 ($30.31) for senior.

By Bus from Tung Chung: New Lantao Bus 23 leaves from Town Centre and takes about 45 minutes. Fare 17.20 HKD ($2.22) per adult from Mondays to Saturdays, and 27 HKD ($3.48) on Sundays and Public Holidays.
By Bus from Tai O: New Lantao Bus 21 and takes about 15 minutes. Buses leave every hour from 7.45 AM to 5. 45 PM. Fare 6.6 HKD ($0.85) per adult from Mondays to Saturdays, and 17 HKD ($2,19) on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Ngong Ping Village Attractions:

Tian Tan Buddha

Statue

Tian Tan Buddha is a large bronze statue completed in 1993. It is the second largest outdoor sitting Buddha in the world.
You have to climb the 268 steps.
How to go: It is located at Ngong Ping Village.

Po Lin Monastery

Buddhist Monastery

It was founded in 1906. The main temple houses three bronze statues of the Buddha.
How to go: It is located at Ngong Ping Village.

Wisdom Path

Walking Path

It is at the foot of Lantau Paek. There are 38 wooden Columns of 8-10 meters tall. Chinese characters are written on the pillars are the words from the "Heart Sutra", which written by master sinologist and Calligraphy Professor Jao Tsung-I.
How to go: At the entrance of Tian Tan Buddha, you will see the signs that will lead you to Wisdom Path. It is 10-15 minutes walk.

You can also visit in Ngong Ping Village are
Monkey’s Tale Theatre: Learn about Buddhism.
Cable Car Gallery: Take pictures with varieties of cable cars.
Bodhi Shrine: Make a wish.
HK Love Shop: Cast divinatory sticks.
Li-nong Tea House: Taste Hong Kong’s famed tea.

Pui O Beach

Beach

You can also rent village houses for leisure.
How to go: It is located south side of Lantau Island.

Citygate Outlet

Shopping Mall

International and national brand shops, spa, restaurants and Asia's largest kinetic outdoor fountain.
How to go: It is located at the entrance fo Lantau Island from airport at Tung Chung Town. From airport Bus S1, S52P and S64.


Day-2: Cheung Chau

Cheung Chau

Island

You can rent bicycles 50 HKD ($6.45) per day. and tricycles from the many shops along the harbourside.
Turn left after ferry and Walk through Pak She Praya Road.

Cheung Kwa Beach: From end of Pak She Praya Road go to Cheung Kwa road towardes north.
Coral Beach: It is located just opposite site of the island from Cheung Kwa Beach towards east.
Pak Tai Temple: It is located at the end of Pak She Street Walk 150 meters from there towards northeast.
Tung Wan Beach: Just opposite side of Cheung Chau Pier towards east. Just 100 meters from Pak Tai Temple towards east.
Kwun Yam Wan Beach: Located at the south side of Tung Wan Beach.
Kwun Yam Temple: Near Kwun Yam Wan Beach. located about 50 meters towards south from the beach.
Mini Great Wall: It is a hiking trail. The whole trail is about 850 meters. Located at the back of Kwun Yam Beach.
Kwan Kung Pavilion: it is located south side of Cheung Chau Sports Ground, which is located south side of Kwun Yam Temple.
Cheung Chau Sai Tai Road: From Pier turn right to Tai Hing Tai Road. Walk along the sea. You will reach Cheung Chau Sai Tai Road.
Sai Wan Tin Hau Temple: Walk through Cheung Chau Sai Tai Road towards south. You will reach at this temple.
Cheung Po Tsai Cave: It is located at the southwest side of Sai Wan Tin Hau Temple.
Po Yue Wan Bay: It is located towards south from Cheung Po Tsai Cave,
Pak Tso Wan: Nice view located towards south from Po Yue Wan Bay.

How to go:
From Central Pier: The piers are numbered from 1 to 10 in sequence so it is easy to find the #5 that goes to Cheung Chau. Two kinds of boats are operated, a larger three level boat known as the "slow/ordinary" ferry which makes the trip in 55 minutes. While a smaller faster boat, known as the "fast ferry" takes only 35 minutes. Ordinary Ferry - HKD 13.6 ($1.75) for Ordinary seat (Monday-Saturday) and 20.2 HKD ($2.61) on Sunday and holiday, HKD 21.3 ($2.75) for Delux Seat (Monday-Saturday) and 38.8 HKD ($5) for Sunday and holiday.
From Lantau: From the Po Lin Monastery take Lantau Bus No.2 which goes to the bus stop in Mui Wo which is right beside the Mui Wo ferry pier, from there take the ferry to Cheung Chau. It takes about 35 minutes. HKD 13.4 ($1.73) for adults; HKD 6.7 ($0.86) for elders (aged over 65), children (aged between 3 and 12) and the disabled.

Silvermine Bay Beach

Beach

How to go: It is located at Lantau Island. Besides Mui Wo Ferry Pier.


Day-3: Peng Chau

Peng Chau

Island

You can rent a bike.
Attractions:
Tin Hau Temple: About 120 meters from the pier towards northeast.
Golden Flower Shrine: It is about 50 meters from Tin Hau Temple towards northwest.
Seven Sisters Temple: About 350 meters from Golden Flower Shrine towards north.
Peng Yu Path: Walk along the sea road towards northeast.
Lung Mo Beach: Just opposite of the Peng Chau Island from the pier towards east.
Lung Mo Temple: Near the beach.
Finger Hill: It is located at the southeast side of the island for a beautiful view.

How to go:
From Hong Kong: Head to the Central Ferry Pier and look for Pier 6 to Peng Chau. It’s a short 35-minute journey away with an ordinary class one-way ticket costing HKD 15.90 ($2.05)  from Monday to Saturday and HKD 22.80 ($2.94) on Sunday.
From Lantau Island: Daily ferry leaves from Mui Wo Ferry Pier.


Day-3:

Inspiration Lake

Lake

Visiting Time: 9 AM to 7 PM every day.
Entry Fee: Free
How to go: Inspiration Lake is located about 1 km from Hong Kong Disneyland.

Hong Kong Disneyland

Theme Park

Entry Fee: 1-Day Ticket - HKD 639 ($82.41) for adult age 12-64, HKD 475 ($61.26) for child age 3-11, HKD 100 ($12.9) for senior age above 65.
2-Day Ticket - HKD 825 ($106.4) for adult age 12-64, HKD 609 ($78.54) for child age 3-11, HKD 170 ($21.93) for senior age above 65.
1-Day Ticket with Meal - HKD 755 ($97.37) for adult age 12-64, HKD 600 ($77.38) for child age 3-11.
Attractions:
The park consists of 7 themed areas: Main Street, U.S.A., Fantasyland, Adventureland, Tomorrowland, Grizzly Gulch, Mystic Point, and Toy Story Land.
Adventureland: Jungle River Cruise, Karibuni Market Place, Liki Tikis, Rafts to Tarzan's Treehouse, Tarzan's Treehouse.
Fantasyland: Cindreslla Carousel, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Fairy Tale Forest, Frozen Fantasy Gardens Village, Hong Kong Disneyland Railroad, It's a small world, Mad Hatter Tea Cups, The Many Adventures of Winnie and Pooh, Mickey's PhilharMagic, Sleeping Beauty Castle, Sword in the Stone.
Grizzly Gulch: Big Grizzly Mountain Ranaway Mine Cars, Geyser Gulch, Wild West Photo Fun.
Main Street USA: Animation Academy, Art of Animation, Hong Kong Disneyland Railroad, Main Street Vehicles.
Mystic Point: Garden of Wonders, Mystic Manor, Mystic Point Freight Depot.
Tomorrowland: Ant-Man and the Wasp, Hyperspace Mountain, Iron Man Experience, Iron Man Tech Showcase, Orbitron, Star Wars.
Toy Story Land: Barrel of Fun, RC Racer, Slinky Dog Spin, Toy Soldier Parachute.

How to go: It is about 11 km from Tung Chung Town, Lantau Island.


Day-4:

Noah's Ark Hong Kong

Theme Park

Visiting Time: 10 AM to 6 PM.
Entry Fee: HKD 198 ($25.54) for adult, HKD 158 ($20.38) for child and senior.
How to go: Park Island Ferry Pier is connected with Central Pier No 2 and Tsuen Wan Ferry Pier. It is about 3.5 km from Sunny Bay Station near Disneyland at the middle at Tsing Ma Bridge.
Attractions: Solar Tower, Nature Garden, Ark Expo, Treasure House, Ark Garden.

Ma Wan

Village

It is abandoned village. If you have time you can visit.
How to go: Walking distance from Noah's Ark Hong Kong.


Day-5:

Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery

Buddhist Monastery

Visiting Time: 9 AM to 5 PM every day.
Entry Fee: Free.
How to go: Go to Sha Tin station and take Exit B. About 17 km from Tsing Ma Bridge.

Heritage Museum

Museum

Visiting Time: Monday to Friday - 10 AM to 6 PM. Suturday and Sunday 10 AM to 7 PM.
Entry Fee: Thurssay to Monday - HKD 20 ($2.58) and Wednesday - HKD 10 ($1.29).
How to go: About 1.1 km from Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery towards south.

Sha Tin Che Kung Temple

Temple

How to go: It is 700 meters from Heritage Museum towards south. Cross the bridge then turn right and walk towards south.

Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple

Temple

How to go: Nearest metro is Wong Tai Sin station, exit B2, walk about for three minutes.

Chi Lin Nunnery

Buddhist Temple

It was founded in 1934.
How to go: About 1.3 km from Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple towards east.

Nan Lian Garden

Park

Visiting Time: 7 AM to 9 PM every day.
Entry Fee: Free.
How to go: It is located south side of Chi Lin Nunnery.

Choi Hung Estate

Housing Estate

It is a public housing estate with award winning beautiful architecture.
How to go: It is located near Nan Lian Garden.

Kowloon Walled City Park

Park

Visiting Time: 6.30 AM to 11 PM every day.
Entry Fee: Free.
How to go: It is located about 1.5 km from Choi Hung Estate towards west.


Day-6:

Yuen Po Street Bird Garden

Street

The street has dozens of stalls selling birds.
How to go: Yuen Po Street Bird Garden is located in Mong Kok, Kowloon. Nearest metro station is Prince Edward Station Exit B1. Walk along Prince Edward Road west towards the Mongkok Stadium for about 15 minutes.

Tung Choi Street

Street

It is one of the most well-known street markets in Hong Kong. Ladies' Market is located at its southend is popular market for ladies items.
How to go: Nearest metro station is Prince Edward Station. Walking distance from there towards south.

Tin Hau Temple Complex

Temple

How to go: It is located 1.3 km from Ladies Market in Tung Choi Street. Straight walk through Nathan Road towards south.

Jade Market, Jordan

Shopping Mall

Jade Market is popular in Hong Kong. It sells Jade. Jade means one kind of ornamental mineral, mostly known for its green varieties. Jade can be two different minerals. Nephrite, a silicate of calcium and magnesium, or Jadeite, a silicate of sodium and aluminium.
How to go: Nearest metro station is Yau Ma Tei Station, Exit C. Walk along Nathan Road to Kansu Street. Walk to the Jade Market.

Temple Street Night Market

Shopping Area

It sells cheap merchandise and food items. It popular for men's fashion.
How to go: Nearest metro stations are Jordan and Yau Ma Tei.

Sky 100

Observation Deck

Visiting Time: 11 AM to 8 PM.
Entry Fee: HKD 188 ($24.25) for adult and HKD 128 ($16.51) for child.
How to go: About 1.3 km from Jade Market towards southwest.
Attractions:
Sky-high “Message of Love”: Share Heartfelt Feelings. “Love is in the sky” light show. Choose one of five pre-set animated messages, including “I Love You”, “Will You Marry Me”, “Happy Anniversary”, “Happy Birthday” and “Congratulations”, express your love at the height of 393 metres. Cost About HKD 998 ($128.73).
Online Ticket: Buy online and skip the line for Night At Sky100 Observatory With Sparkling Light Show.

Kowloon Park

Park

Visiting Time: 5 AM to 12 AM every day.
Entry Fee: Free.
How to go: About 1 km from Sky 100 sky sraper towards east.

Victoria Harbour

Area

The best part of Victoria Harbour is "A Symphony of Lights". Awarded by Guinness Book of Records as the "World largest permanent light and sound show". The light and laser show features more than 40 diffrent buildings and skyscrapers on both side of harbor.
Light Show time: 8 PM every day.
The best viewing points: Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pie, Hong Cultural Center, Clock Tower, Central Pier (on the other side of Victoria Harbour).


Day-7:

Hong Kong Museum of History

Museum

Visiting Time: Monday, Wednesday to Friday - 10 AM to 6 PM. Saturday, Sunday and holiday - 10 AM to 7 PM.
Entry Fee: Free for Permanent Exhibition. HKD 10 ($1.29) for Special Exhibition.
How to go: About 550 meters from Kowloon Park towards east.

Hong Kong Science Museum

Museum

Visiting Time: Monday to Wednesday and Friday - 10 AM to 7 PM. Saturday, Sunday and Holiday - 10 AM to 9 PM.
Entry Fee: HKD 20 ($2.58), HKD 10 ($1.29) for senior and disabilitis., Free for child age below 4.
How to go: It is located south side of Hong Kong Museum of History.

Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade

Walkway

1.6 km walkway started from the Star Ferry of Tsim Sha Tsui in the west and ends of the entrance of submarine tunnel of Hung Hom.
How to go: If you come from Hong Kong Science Museum, Then walk straight south and turn right and walk along the path towards west.

Avenue of stars

Walkway

Avenue of the Stars has more than a hundred celebrity handprints. Hong Kong Film Awards Association statue and the star statues are decorated with flowing-water features.
How to go: Walk along the south side of Victoria Harbor.

Hong Kong Space Museum

Planetarium

Visiting Time: Monday to Friday - 1 PM to 9 PM. Sunday and Public Holiday - 10 AM to 9 PM. Museum remains closed on Tuesday.
Entry Fee: HKD 10 ($1.29). Omnimax Show / Sky Show - HKD 24 ($3.1) to HKD 32 ($4.13).
How to go: Walking distance from Avenue of stars towards northwest.

Clock Tower Hong Kong

Clock Tower

It is the only remaining architecture of former Kowloon Station.
How to go: It is located west side of Hong Kong Space Museum in Victoria Harbor.

Hong Kong Cultural Centre

Cultural Center

How to go: It is located west side of Clock Tower.

Star Ferry Pier, Tsim Sha Tsui

Ferry Pier

How to go: It is located west side of Hong Kong Cultural Centre.

Star Ferry Services:
Ferry between Star Ferry and Central Ferry departs every @10 minutes from 6:30 AM to 11:30 PM.
Ticket Cost (Upper Deck): Monday to Friday - HKD 2.7 ($0.36) for adult, 1.6 ($0.21) for child age 3-12 and disability and free for senior.
Ticket Cost (Lower Deck): Monday to Friday - HKD 2.2 ($0.28) for adult, 1.5 ($0.19) for child age 3-12 and disability and free for senior.
Ticket Cost (Upper Deck): Saturday, Sunday & Holiday - HKD 3.7 ($0.48) for adult, 2.2 ($0.28) for child age 3-12 and disability and free for senior.
Ticket Cost (Lower Deck): Saturday, Sunday & Holiday - HKD 3.1 ($0.4) for adult, 2.1 ($0.27) for child age 3-12 and disability and free for senior.

Ferry between Star Ferry and Wanchai Ferry departs every 8-20 minutes from 7:30 AM to 11 PM.
Ticket Cost: Monday to Friday - HKD 2.7 ($0.36) for adult, 1.6 ($0.21) for child age 3-12 and disability and free for senior. Saturday, Sunday & Holiday - HKD 3.7 ($0.48) for adult, 2.2 ($0.28) for child age 3-12 and disability and free for senior.


Day-8:

Big Wave Bay

Beach

It is the favourite Surf Spot for the people of Hong Kong.
How to go: By subway, come to Shau Kei Wan Station. Take Exit A3 and catch the bus number 9 to Shek O.

Shek O Beach

Beach

How to go: From where you dropped for the Big Wave Bay, From there come to Shek O beach by bus number 9.

Dragon's Back

Mountain Peak

To watch the views of the sea from a height. It is one of the easiest hikes.
How to go: From the Shek O Beach walk up on the mountain.


Day-9: Stanley

Stanley

Area

Stanley is a South seaside village in Hong Kong.
How to go: Stanley Easiest way to get to Stanley is from Central on bus number 6/6A/6X.

Attractions:
Rhino Rock: It is situated southern end of Stanley village. Take bus number 14 or 6A to Stanley Fort, the last stop. From there round trip distance is 1.2 km.
Stanley Market: Street market.
Stanley Promenade: Sea side beautiful walking path with road side restaurants and cafes.
Murray House: Iconic landmark. This 160-year-old building. Now it is home to numerous restaurants and shops including H&M store.
Stanley Blake Pier: It is located in front of the Murray House.
Ma Hang Park: It is located besides Murray House, is where once the old Ma Hang fishing village.
Pak Tai Temple: The temple was built in 1805.
Stanley Beach: Just opposite site of Stanley village from Stanley Market towards east.


Day-10:

Repulse Bay Beach

Beach

How to go: From Exchange Square bus terminus, Bus 6, 6A, 6X, 66 or 260 goes to Stanley village via Repulse Bay Beach. Make sure to get off at Repulse Bay Beach. A dedicated shuttle bus for residents runs regularly between the complex and Central.

Deep Water Bay Beach

Beach

How to go: It is located northwest side of Repulse Bay Beach. About 1.3 km distance between two beaches. In front of Hong Kong Golf club.

Jockey Club Happy Valley

Rescourse

How to go:
By Metro: Take MTR Island Line, get off at Causeway Bay station, and then get out from Exit A - Times Square. Walk for about 15 minutes to Wong Nai Chung Road.
By Bus: Take bus line 1, 1P, 8X, 10, 19, 37B, 37X, 72A, 72, 75, 76, 77, 90, 96, 97, 117 or 592, and get off at Happy Valley Racecourse station.
By Tram: You can hop on a tram marked 'Happy Valley' anywhere in the north of HK Island and arrive at the racecourse. The fare is HKD 2.3 ($0.3).
Attractions:
Happy Valley Racecourse: Visiting Time - 5.15 PM. Entry fee HKD 10 ($1.29).
Racing Museum: Visiting Time Night Race days - 12 PM to 9 PM. Other days - 12 PM to 7 PM. Enry Free.

Victoria Park

Park

It is a public park, named after Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom.
How to go: Nearest metro station is Tin Hau MTR stations. About 1 km from Jockey Club Happy Valley.

Central Plaza

Skyscraper

It is 78-storey and 374 meters in height.It houses the world's highest church inside a skyscraper, Sky City Church.

Golden Bauhinia Square

Area

There is a giant statue of a golden Bauhinia blakeana (Hong Kong orchid tree) at the centre of the area.
How to go: It is front of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. About 450 meters north from Central Plaza.


Day-11:

Ocean Park

Amusement Park

Visiting Time: 10 AM to 6 PM every day.
Entry Fee: HKD 498 ($64.24) for adult age above 11 and HKD 249 ($32.12) for child age 3-11.
How to go: Ocean Park Station is the nearest metro station of the park.
Attractions: The Park divided into 2 areas: the Waterfront and the Summit. Areas are divided into 8 attraction zones.
Aqua City: Soul of the Ocean, Visions of Hong Kong, Adventures in Australia, The Grand Aquarium, Hong Kong Jockey Club Sichuan Treasures, Kee Wah Bakery presents Old Hong Kong, Sea Life Carousel.
Marine World: Wild Twister, Crazy Galleon, Ferris Wheel, Flying Swing, Garden of Joy, Marine Mammal Breeding and Research Centre, Ocean Park Tower, Ocean Theatre, Pacific Pier, Sea Jelly Spectacular, Shark Mystique, The Abyss - VR Space Voyage, The Dragon.
Amazing Asian Animals: Amazing Bird Theatre, Emerald Trail, Gator Marsh, Giant Panda Adventure, Goldfish Treasures, Panda Village.
Polar Adventure: Arctic Blast, Arctic Fox Den, North Pole Encounter, South Pole Spectacular.
Whiskers Harbour: Balloons Up-Up-And-Away, Bouncer House, Castle of Redd, HIPP presents Jungle of Giants, Merry-Go-Round, Toto the Loco, Whiskers Theatre.
Thrill Mountain: Bumber Blaster, Hair Raiser, Rev Booster, The Flash, Whirly Bird.
Rain Forest: Expedition Trail, The Rapids.
Adventure Land: Samsung Gear VR presents Mine Train, Raging River.

Online Package: Buy online for One-way Peak Tram ticket with entry to Sky Terrace 428 and Ocean Park admission ticket with transfer.

Jumbo Floating Restaurant

Floating Reastaurant

You can also rent as a vanue for wedding, parties. The beautiful night view from the peir.
Food Cost: Sea Food Package or Groupa, Shrimp & CrabMenu package - HKD 1080 ($139.31) for 2 person. Soup - HKD 80 ($10.32) to HKD 440 ($56.75). Barbecued and Cold Dishes - HKD 75 ($9.67) to HKD 230 ($29.67). Seafood Specialties - HKD 130 ($16.77) to HKD 340 ($43.86). Poultry and Meat - HKD 160 ($20.64) to HKD 340 ($43.86). Vegetables - HKD 160 ($20.64) to HKD 290 ($37.41). Rice and Noodles - HKD 100 ($12.9) to HKD 250 ($32.25). Dessert - HKD 30 ($3.87) to HKD 388 ($50.05).
How to go: Few minutes walk from MTR Wong Chuk Hang Station Exit B to Shum Wan Pier. They provide free shuttle ferry at Wong Chuk Hang Shum Wan Pier.


Day-12: Lamma Island

Lamma Island

Island

How to go:
Central to Yung Shue Wan: Monday to Saturday - Fare HKD 17.80 ($2.3) for adult, HKD 8.90 ($1.15) for child age 3-11 and senior. Sunday and Holiday - Fare HKD 24.70 ($3.1) for adult, HKD 12.40 ($1.6) for child age 3-11 and senior.
Monday to Friday: Ferries depart from Central from 6.30 AM to 12.30 AM midnight and depart from Yung Shue Wan from 5.30 AM to 11.30 PM.
Saturday, Sunday & Holiday: Ferries depart from Central from 2.30 PM to 12.30 AM midnight and depart from Yung Shue Wan from 5.30 to 11.30 PM.

Central to Sok Kwu Wan: Monday to Saturday - Fare HKD 22 ($2.84) for adult, HKD 11 ($1.42) for child age 3-11 and senior. Sunday and Holiday - Fare HKD 31 ($4) for adult, HKD 15 ($1.93) for child age 3-11 and senior.
Monday to Saturday: Ferries depart from Central from 7.20 AM to 11.30 PM and depart from Sok Kwu Wan pier from 6.45 AM to 10.40 PM.
Sunday & Holiday: Ferries depart from Central from 7.20 AM to 11.30 PM and depart from Sok Kwu Wan pier from 6.45 to 10.40 PM.

Aberdeen to Yung Shue Wan via Pak Kok Tsuen: Monday to Saturday - Fare HKD 19 ($2.45) for adult, HKD 9.50 ($1.23) for child age 3-11 and senior. Sunday and Holiday - Fare HKD 21 ($2.71) for adult, HKD 10.50 ($1.36) for child age 3-11 and senior.
Monday to Saturday: Ferries depart from Aberdeen from 6 AM to 10 PM and depart from Yung Shue Wan from 6.25 AM to 10.25 PM.
Sunday & Holiday: Ferries depart from Aberdeen from 7.20 AM to 10 PM and depart from Yung Shue Wan from 8.05 AM to 9.10 PM.

Aberdeen to Sok Kwu Wan:
Monday to Saturday: Ferries depart from Aberdeen from 6.40 AM to 10.50 PM and depart from Sok Kwu Wan from 6 AM to 10.10 PM.
Sunday & Holiday: Ferries depart from Aberdeen from 6.40 AM to 10.50 PM and depart from Sok Kwu Wan from 6 AM to 10.10 PM.

Attractions: If you come from Central Pier to Yung Shue Wan Ferry Pier, when you reach the island from peir, you will see Public Library at your left hand side. But walk towards right through Yung Shue Wan Main Street.
First you will see many hotels to stay at night such as Sunrise Holiday Resort, Bali Holiday Resort. Walk through the main street
Lamma Vinyl Record Store: Music Store that sells vinyl records.
Mush Store: The store for shopping without salesperson.
Lamma Corner: Gift or souvenir shop.
Bookworm Cafe Hong Kong: Eat and read.
Power Station Beach
Hung Shing Ye Beach
Herboland: Where they sell juices and organic product from their garden.

Between Power Station Beach and Hung Sing Ye Beach, there is a road turns to northeast.

Lamma Wind: Single 800 kw wind turbine and was built in 2006 and is Hong Kong’s first commercial wind power station. At the base is an exhibition centre and instrument displays from which the real-time performance can be observed. The station is open to the public daily from 7 AM to 6 PM and entry is free.
Lo Tik Wan Pier and beach: It is located at the east side from Lamma wind.

Come back and continue family walk trail towards southeast to Lo So Shing. On the way you can visit Kat Tsai Wan beach on your right before Sok Kwu Wan Lookout Pavilion.
At Lo So Shing village, there is Lo So Shing beach on the right. On the left Lo So Shing Sitting-Out Area and Kamikaze Cave.

After visiting cave to straight. There is U-turn road. After U-turn, straight goes to Sok Kwu Wan Ferry Pier. Go right to southeast uphill. The Family walk road at the end turns left to Shek Pai Wan beach. But turn right to Wong Chuk Hang Beach or Shum Wan Beach and then visit Tung O village located towards northeast. Then go to Shek Pai Wan beach. Through the family walk road, go to east and then roads turn to left to Mo Tat. Visit Mo Tat Wan Beach.
From Mo Tat Wan Beach, there is lower path goes to west to Sok Kwu Wan Ferry Pier. Upper path also goes west to Ling Kok Shan hiking area. If you want to hike then go to the upper trek. or visit
Sok Kwu Wan Ferry Pier
Fisherfolks Village: Visiting time 10 AM to 7 PM. There are two types of ticket, Package Ticket HKD 128 ($16.81) for adult, HKD 88 ($11.35) for child and senior. It includes game tickets, snacks and a discount voucher. General Ticket HKD 80 ($10.32) for adult and HKD 60 ($7.74) for child and senior.
Lamma Rainbow Seafood Restaurant
Tin Hau Temple

Now you can come back to Central or Aberdeen pier from Sok Kwu Wan Ferry Pier or come back to Yung Shue Wan pier to end your Lamma Island journey.



Day-13:

Victoria Peak

Hill

It is with an elevation of 552 meters. It is a famous place to view 360 degree of Hong Kong town.
How to go: You can go to the peak by Peak Tram. From MTR Central Station, Exit J2 and walk to ground level. Turn right, through Chater Garden, cross Queen's Road Central, and reach Garden Road. Pass the Bank of China Tower and Three Garden Road on your left and St John's Cathedral. It is 10-15 minutes walk from MTR Central Station to the Peak Tram Lower Terminus.
Visiting Time: Peak Tram - 7 AM to 10 PM, Sky Terrace - 10 AM to 9 PM from Monday to Friday. 8 AM to 8 PM on Saturday, Sunday and holiday.
Ticket Cost:
Peak Tram: Return - HKD 52 ($6.71) for adult and HKD 23 ($2.97) for child age 3-11 and senior. Single ride - HKD 37 ($4.77) for adult and HKD 14 ($1.81) for child age 3-11 and senior.
Sky Terrace 428: HKD 52 ($6.71) for adult and 23 ($2.97) for child age 3-11 and senior.
Peak Tram + Sky Terrace Cost: Return - HKD 99 ($12.77) for adult and HKD 47 ($6.06) for child age 3-11 and senior. Single ride - HKD 84 ($10.83) for adult and HKD 38 ($4.9) for child age 3-11 and senior.

Online Package: Buy online for One-way Peak Tram ticket with entry to Sky Terrace 428 and Ocean Park admission ticket with transfer.

Victoria Peak Garden

Garden

It is a Chinese style garden.
How to go: It is located at Vitoria Peak.

Madame Tussauds

Wax Museum

Visiting Time: 10 AM to 10 PM every day.
Entry Fee: HKD 290 ($37.41).
How to go: It is located at Vitoria Peak.
Online Ticket: Buy online and skip the line for Madame Tussauds Hong Kong Priority Ticket and Photo Optional.

Victoria Tower

Shopping Complex

How to go: It is located at Vitoria Peak.

Monopoly Dream

Children's Museum

Visiting Time: Monday to Thursday - 10 AM to 8 PM. Friday to Sunday and Holiday - 10 AM to 10 PM. Last entry 1 hour before closing.
Entry Fee: HKD 260 ($33.54) for adult and HKD 220 ($28.38) for child.
How to go: It is on the Victoria Peak near Madame Tussauds.
Online Ticket: Buy online and skip the line for Monopoly Dream admission Ticket with Combo Options.


Day-14:

Hong Kong Park

Park

Visiiting Time: 6 AM to 11 PM every day.
Entry Fee: Free.
How to go: MTR Admiralty Station, Exit C1. Follow the signs up the escalator to Hong Kong Park.

Zoological and Botanical Gardens Green House

Park

Visiting Time: 6 AM to 7 PM. Fountain Terrace Garden - 5 AM to 10, Green House - 9 AM to 4.30.
Entry Fee: Free.
How to go: About 300 meters from Hong Kong Park towards west.

Lan Kwai Fong

Street

This L shaped road is famous for nightlife, such as for drinking, clubbing and dining.
How to go: Start from the northwest corner from Zoological and Botanical Gardens Green House.

Tai Kwun

Heritage and Arts Center

Center for Heritage and Arts recognized UNESCO award of excellence. It was the former Victoria Prison. The prison was completed on 4 August 1841. The prison buildings with the adjacent former Central Police Station and the former Central Magistracy were declared monuments on 8 September 1995. In 2018 Victoria Prison was reopened as The Tai Kwun Center for Heritage and Arts.
Visiting Time: 10 AM to 11 PM every day.
How to go: 250 meters from the northwest corner from Zoological and Botanical Gardens Green House.

SoHo

Area

It the home of many art galleries, antique stores, fancy restaurants and nightclubs.
How to go: West side of Tai Kwun.

Western Market

Shopping

One of the oldest structures.
How to go: It is located 323 Des Voeux Road Central.

Central-Mid-Levels Escalators

Moving Walkway

It is the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the world. The system covers over 800 metres in distance. The system includes 18 escalators and 3 inclined moving walkways.
How to go: From Conduit Road to Former Central Market Through Shelly Street.

The Hong Kong Observation Wheel

Ferries Wheel

Great view during night time.
Visiting Time: 11 AM to 11 PM ever day.
Wheel Cost: HKD 20 ($) for adult, HKD 10 for child age 3-11, senior. HKD 160 for private Gondola.
Carousel Cost: HKD 30 ($) for adult and HKD 20 for child age 3-11.
Wheel + Carousel Cost: HKD 40 for adult, HKD 30 for child age 3-11.
How to go: It is located near Central Ferry Terminal.


Day-15:

Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge

Bridge

HZMB is a 55 km bridge is both the longest sea crossing and the longest open-sea fixed link in the world.
The HZMB spans the Lingding and Jiuzhou channels, connecting Hong Kong, Macau, and Zhuhai.
Shuttle Bus: Two types shuttle buses serving on HZMB. Double-decker buses and single-decker buses. Shuttle buses are available 24/7. The daytime service hours from 6 AM to 11:59 PM and the nighttime service hours from 12 AM to 5:59 AM. Buses leave every 5 to 30.
Shuttle Bus Cost: One way ticket on both Hong Kong - Zhuhai Line and Hong Kong - Macau line is 65 HK$ during daytime and 70 HK$ during nighttime. Half price tickets for child age 12, Child height below 120 cm, senior age above 65 years old and disabled.
How to go: Starting point in Hong Kong is called Hong Kong Port. Which is restricted area in Hong Kong. You have to take the following steps.

1. First you have to go to Hong Kong Port.
2. You have to pass Immigration and Customs (Exit Hong Kong). It is a Resticted area in Hong Kong.
3. Buy a ticket of a Shuttle bus for either Hong Kong - Zhuhai Line or Hong Kong - Macau line.
4. Bus will take you direct to the Restricted Area in Macao or Zhuhai in 30 minutes.
5. You have to pass Immigration and Customs (Entry Macao/Zhuahi).
6. You are free to enter the city.

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