Half-Day Hong Kong Walking Tour: Origin of Fragrant Harbour
Overview
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5 hours
Mobile ticket
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.
Additional Info
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Minimum of 2 people apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Tour cancel under inclement weather.
Involves hiking (elementary level)
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
Pok Fu Lam
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.
Peak Tram
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.
What‘s Included
Headsets to hear the guide clearly
Local guide
Bottled water
Peak Tramway fare
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Half-Day Hong Kong Walking Tour: Origin of Fragrant Harbour
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A good half day
Evayshum,May 17, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour guide has plenty of knowledge about Hong Kong and passion of telling the history of Hong Kong. The tram ride to the Peak was great. However it was raining that morning and we couldn't get to walk on top of the mountain to view the city from the Peak. Walking through the village of Pok Fu Lam was quite different from the rest of the modern city of Hong Kong. If you like to know the history of Hong Kong, this is a tour that you want to go.
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