COUPLES TRIP TO Hong Kong

Sarah UK

Most people think of a trip to Hong Kong and think only of the bright lights and big city, but there is SO much more to explore with beautiful hiking trails, stunning beaches and gastronomic delights everywhere you look. Hong Kong is a perfect mix of city and nature for those who can’t decide!

Hong Kong

7 Days

November

Dry 23 °C

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Wan Chai

Known as the red light district of HK, this bustling area has undergone some serious gentrification but without losing its authenticity and being home to incredible street food stalls

The Fleming

Mashi no Mashi

Shek O Country Park

The Dragon’s Back hiking trail is a stunning walk with incredible views over many coves and mountains which rewards you by ending in a beautiful bay with a couple of bars serving cold locally brewed beer – perfect!

Shek O Country Park

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HONG KONG CENTRAL

A night out in central cater for your every need, the food, the bars, the dancing – a great place to blow off steam!

Yat Lok Roast Goose

Mak’s Noodle

The Iron Fairies Bar

THE PEAK

Steep doesn’t come close to describing The Peak! but the views from the top are an incredible reward. For those not wanting to climb the highest mountain on HK island, the funicular is another option – although this still gets the heart racing with its steep incline!

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Kowloon

A must when visiting HK is to take the star ferry across to Kowloon, ideally done at 8pm in the evening to watch the nightly dance of the skyscrapers as they put on thei light show

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Lamma Island

A stunning fishermans island with a hippy vibe and incredible seafood. Rainbow Seafood restaurant is incredible – it doesn’t look like much, but go hungry – it’s worth it!

Rainbow Seafood Restaurant

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Happy Valley

A night at the races in the centre of HK – who could ask for more!

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ARENALLantau Island

Lantau Island, the largest of Hong Kong’s islands, lies at the mouth of the Pearl River. Its mountainous interior includes 934m-high Lantau Peak, known for its sunrises, and the area can be traversed by hikers on the 70km Lantau Trail from Mui Wo (Silver Mine Bay) – although the cable car is a much less strenuous option with incredible views along the way. Once you’ve reached the island, the Po Lin Monastery is the site of the bronze Tian Tan Buddha, a 34m-tall statue on a hilltop reached by a long stairway. A stunning day out of the hustle and bustle – perfect to find some inner calm.

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Aberdeen Country Park

Aberdeen Country Park is located on the south end of Hong Kong Island near the area called Aberdeen. Much of the south side of the island is underdeveloped and retains more of the rural feel.

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