Half-Day Hong Kong Walking Tour: Origin of Fragrant Harbour

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This walking tour of Hong Kong involves lite hiking and getting around by public transportation as you visit the attractions. Ride the tramway to the Peak and make a downslope hiking from Pokfulam Reservoir to an ancient village at Pok Fu Lam to seek out the origins of Hong Kong (translated as Fragrant Harbor). The route covers all must-do must-see lists and off-the-beaten-path attractions.  Guests will be taken to taste the signature food of the area and informed of the hidden stories there.

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Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours



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This walking tour of Hong Kong involves lite hiking and getting around by public transportation as you visit the attractions. Ride the tramway to the Peak and make a downslope hiking from Pokfulam Reservoir to an ancient village at Pok Fu Lam to seek out the origins of Hong Kong (translated as Fragrant Harbor). The route covers all must-do must-see lists and off-the-beaten-path attractions.  Guests will be taken to taste the signature food of the area and informed of the hidden stories there.
Stop At: Pok Fu Lam, Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong

Take a bus to Pok Fu Lam for snacks or homemade dim sum. In the old village, hear tales about how Hong Kong got its name (literally, Fragrant Harbour) and perhaps search for the origin of the ‘fragrant stream,’ which can still be found here despite being threatened by urban development. During your heritage walk through the atmospheric village, learn about Hong Kong’s primary university, dairy farm, and other ‘firsts’ long forgotten.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Peak Tram, No.33 Garden Road, Central, Hong Kong China

A ride on the Peak Tram up to Lugard Road at the Peak where a scenic promenade showcases the view from 1,312 feet (400 meters) above Hong Kong. See bountiful flora and historical monuments en route while you learn about the original coal-fired tramway before it became electrically powered in the 1920s.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Victoria Peak (The Peak), No.1 Lugard Road, Hong Kong China

Scenic showcase of Hong Kong Island and the Victoria Harbour

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Pok Fu Lam Reservoir, Hong Kong

A downslope hiking at Pokfulam Reservoir

Duration: 1 hour



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