Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comKowloon and New Territories Tour
based on 9 reviews
Duration: 4 hours (approx.)
Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Product code: 3675KNTT2
This tour of Kowloon and the New Territories travels towards the Hong Kong / China border taking in the Wong Tai Sin Temple, the largest Taoist temple in Hong Kong, glimpses of China's Shenzhen special economic zone skyline as well as the well preserved, fortified village of Tsang Tai Uk, which stands today as it did in the early 1800's.
New Territories is a region in Hong Kong, China. The region comprises the area north of the Boundary Street and south of the Sham Chun River (Shenzhen River) which is the border between Hong Kong and mainland China, as well as most of Hong Kong's outlying islands including Lantau Island, Lamma Island, Cheung Chau, and Peng Chau.
This tour of Kowloon and the New Territoris commences from Kowloon Peninsula and makes several interesting stops on the way to and from the border with China. Wongtaisin Temple is the largest Taoist temple in Hong Kong and is visited annually by more than 3 million worshippers. No other temple presents visitors with such insight into Chinese religious beliefs and practices.
A typical old-style rural local market to sells fresh produce, daily necessities and electronic equipment. Lok Ma Chau is a good vantage point to glimpse the remarkable skyline of China's Shenzhen special economic zone.
Tsang Tai Uk is near the approach road to the Lion Rock Tunnel is an outstanding example of a fortified village. The name means Tsang's Big House. Built in the 1840s, it is a large, rectangular grey-brick compound with high, thick walls and tall corner towers. Originally designed as the home for a rich quarry-master's clan, the walled village gained its current name when it gave refuge to displaced families after the Second World War.
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Rural local market
Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday
Departure Point: Selected Hong Kong hotels Departure Time: 8:30amHotel pickups commence prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
Duration: 4 hours (approx.) Return details: Returns to original departure point- Professional guide
- Transport by air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Meals
- Beverages
- Gratuities (optional)
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booking within 5 days prior to travel. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
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We had a great time on this trip. Got some great pointers about shopping and way of life in Hong Kong ... Read more ›
Malcolm P, Australia, April 2009
Nice tour and nice guide. Interesting stops - including a viewpoint to see Mainland China. Good commentary ... Read more ›
Sean D, United Kingdom, November 2009
