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Hong Kong Hiking

Post By: admin | Date: 22 Jul 2009

Discover Central Walk
The future meets the past in Hong Kong. We visit historic buildings that nestle amongst the stunning skyscrapers, and walk along streets whose very names evoke the colourful history of this amazing territory.
1. St John Cathedral   
2. Legislative Council building
3. Court of Final Appeal
4. Flagstaff House ,HK Park
5. HSBC building
6. Mid-levels escalator

Cost: UD50
Total tour time 3 hours, walking time approx. 2 hours

Kowloon Markets walk
This will take you to the back streets of kowloon, and into the daily lives of local residents. We thread through colourful streets to encounter some of the most lively markets and well ?known landmarks in the city. You will discover the energy and soul of everyday kowloon.
1. Jade Market
2. Flower Market
3. Tin Hau Temple
4. Bird Market
5. Ladies Market
6. Goldfish Street

Cost: UD55
Total tour time 3 hours, walking time approx. 2 hours
Starting time 2:00pm outside the Hong Kong Tourism Board office, on the Star Ferry terminus, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.

Peak to Aberdeen Hike (Pok Fu Lam Country Park)
After crossing the spectacular and vibrant business district, we ride the Peak Tram to commence our walk to the scenic, quieter side of Hong Kong. We take in magnificent views over Victoria Harbour, Kowloon Peninsula , the New Territories, the South China Sea and its many islands. Our path leads us through shaded forests and glades to the colourful and bustling part of Aberdeen.

Cost: USD 60 (Including transport)
Total tour time 4.5 hours, walking time approx. 3 hours
Walking distance: 7 km          Grade: moderate

                                               
Dragon Back Hike (Tai Tam and Shek O Country Park)
This trail was hailed by TIME as Asia best urban hike the city finest and most  - 2 -side of Hong Kong Island. The path takes us through bamboo groves, woodland and open hills often covered with wild azaleas or rose myrtle. We finish our walk along the crest of the Dragon Back with panoramic views of the coastline and distant islands.

Cost: USD 60 (Including transport)
Total tour time 5 hours, walking time approx. 3.5 hours
Walking distance: 9 km          Grade: moderate

Deserted Beaches Hike (Sai Kung East Country Park)
These white sandy beaches with their clear blue waters are located in the New Territories easternmost country park, where access is restricted to foot or boat. Our walk takes us along coastline, backed by lush tropical vegetation and forested ridges, offering  spectacular mountain and coastal views. Following a network of paths we pass fascinating old Hakka clan villages.

Cost: USD 100  (Including transport and local style lunch)
Total tour time 8.5 hours, walking time approx. 3.5 hours
Walking distance: 11 km          Grade: strenuous

Lamma Island Hike
Our journey starts at the colourful fishermen quay in Aberdeen, where we take a slow ferry to lamma, giving us good views of southern Hong Kong Island. We follow a coastal path on this peaceful traffic free island before ascending a hillside for majestic views. After visiting a atmospheric Tin Hau Temple, we stop for a seafood lunch in Sok Kwu Wan. A scenic walk brings us to the atmospheric streets of Yung Shue Wan, from where we take the fast ferry back to Hong Kong Island.

Cost: USD 100 (Including transport and seafood lunch)
Total tour time 6.5 hours, walking time approx. 3.5 hours
Walking distance: 7 km          Grade: moderate

Other tours
These can be organised for you, your family and friends or your company. Use our extensive knowledge of the area and let us create the perfect hike or tour for you. Gift vouchers are available.
Bird Watching
Birding in Hong Kong is a surprisingly accessible and rewarding experience. There is a wide variety of habitats, including the globally significant Mai Po Wetland Reserve, situated on the Australasia migratory route, ensuring interesting experiences. Full and half day itineraries are available. Roger has over 25 years birding experience in Hong Kong. He guides clients to the best birding areas and helps them find and identify many species.
Photography Trips
So many people don't fully understand their cameras. Take advantage of Jackie's 15 years as a professional photographer and join her in a day out in the beautiful Sai Kung Country Park. After assessing your level of expertise, she'll set you some tasks to do appropiate to your level. Jackie's enthusiasm for photography and a setting that includes both natural landscapes and old indigenous villages guarantee a great photographic day.
Plover Cove Country Park
The Plover Cove area in the northeast of the New Territories is one of the most under populated and pristine areas in all of Hong Kong. A remote countryside of rugged peaks, rolling hills, long valleys, beautiful coastlines and isolated Feng Shui woodlands protecting old villages. A wonderful, less explored, part of Hong Kong. Ideal for hiking.
Macau Heritage
The delight of Macau is to enjoy its Portuguese heritage, dating back to the first settlements in the 16th  century. Many of the old forts and buildings can still be visited today. Its historic centre was recently inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, making it the 31st designated World Hertitage site in china. Marco will be your guide for this tour, sharing his indepth understanding.

General information
Footwear
We recommend that you wear either robust walking shoes or trainers / sneakers. Casual sandals or open shoes are not suitable for the trails, which can be rocky in places.
Clothing
Sun and rainfall can be intense and a hat is recommended. During the winter season ( November /March ) temperatures can drop with a chilling wind, so a sweater / fleece is advisable. During the wet season ( April /September ) a waterproof jacket is recommended. In the warmer months ( May /October ) it is advisable to carry a spare
T-shirt, or other garment to change into at the end of the hike.
Skin Protection
Suntan lotion should be used throughout the year, and applied frequently during the hike.

Water
Please carry sufficient water for your own needs. In the warmer months, this may equate to one litre for every two hours of walking. Dehydration is a real risk on hat days. Choose mineralised rather than distilled water. Consider an electrolyte replacement drink as well.
Personal Needs
Please notify us of any medical conditions that we should be aware of. We will assume clients have their own medications for asthma or known illnesses. Insect repellent is not obligatory, but advisable if you tend to attract insects.
Payment
Payment can be made in cash at the start of the tour, or by electronic money transfer pre-tour. Prices quoted in Hong Kong dollars. HK$7.8 = US$1.00
Schedule
Our tours and hikes are driven by client demand. Please consult our website for the current schedule. www.sunrisetravelhk.com

Grades
Moderate occasional walkers strenuous regular walkers
Outside the General Post office.

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