Day 1: All over the country → → Shenzhen (★Meeting day)
All day
Today is the gathering day. Tourists from all over the country are gathering in Shenzhen. Please go to the Shenzhen gathering hotel to check in.
If you have more time, you can go to Window of the World, OCT, and Shenzhen Bay Seaside Park on your own.
Friends who love leisure can choose to have morning tea or evening tea in a teahouse, where there are dozens or even hundreds of dim sum, such as shrimp dumplings, salty rice dumplings, fish porridge, rice noodles, and various side dishes, etc., which are very rich.
Please remember to stay safe during free time!
In the evening, the team leader held a pre-trip meeting to introduce the relevant matters of this event.
Note: This trip is mainly in Hong Kong. Please prepare your Hong Kong and Macau Pass in advance (please confirm the validity period on the document) and apply for a Hong Kong visa (either individual or group visa is acceptable).
Day 2 Shenzhen → Crossing the Border → Wilson Trail Section 9 → Hotel
All day
In the morning, we will depart for the port to cross the border into Hong Kong. After crossing the border, we will transfer to local transportation in Hong Kong to the starting point of the hike (the luggage will be delivered to the hotel by the staff, so you can just walk light)
Meet up in Hong Kong at approximately 9:00 AM at Exit C of Fanling MTR Station
Today we are hiking Section 9 of the Wilson Trail, the second longest hiking trail in Hong Kong.
Named after the 27th Governor of Hong Kong, Sir David Wilson, the route is 78 kilometers long and divided into 10 sections. The entire route passes through eight country parks. There are ancient trails deep into dense forests and undulating mountain ranges (earthen stairs and ridge tractor roads), and the scenery is rich and varied.
Section 9 is the highlight, crossing eight peaks named after the Eight Immortals in Taoist mythology. It's a classic among Hong Kong's many hiking routes and a "must-see" for many hiking enthusiasts. Upon reaching the summit, you'll be greeted by breathtaking views of the mountains, the looming Guanyin statue of Tsz Shan Monastery, and distant vistas of Tolo Harbour, Tai Mei Tuk, and Plover Cove Reservoir.
After hiking to the end, we took the country park public transportation back to the hotel in groups or went to Hong Kong city on our own. We will start staying in Hong Kong hotels tonight and do not need to move hotels during our consecutive stay.
Day 3 Hotel → Hike starting point → MacLehose Trail Section 2 → End point → Hotel
All day
Today's hike is the second section of the MacLehose Trail, the most famous and longest hiking trail in Hong Kong. It was once rated as one of the "20 Best Hiking Trails in the World" by National Geographic magazine.
The 100-kilometer route is divided into ten sections, with signposts along the way and check-in and rest areas at each section. The second section is generally considered the most cost-effective hiking route - your eyes can reach heaven without having to fall into hell.
After breakfast, we will depart from the hotel and transfer to local transportation in Hong Kong to the starting point of the hike (a country park protection area, which is inaccessible to buses). The hike is shaded by trees and has a gust of sea breeze, so you can stop and walk to record the beautiful scenery.
Along the way, you will pass by Long Ke Beach and Sai Wan Beach, which are must-see spots for hiking Macquarie Section 2.
We arrived at Ham Tin Bay Beach at lunchtime and rested in a convenience store on the beach, facing the sea, and had a simple lunch (normal time is 13:00-13:30 when arriving and dining freely).
After a short rest, we'll continue our journey along the coastline, enjoying endless photo opportunities along the way. You'll also be able to see Hong Kong's most dangerous peak, Anaconda Point. We'll then pass through the coastal fishing village of Chek Keng, arriving at the end of our hike, Pak Tam Au (a country park reserve not accessible by bus), around 4 p.m.
We took public transportation from the country park back to Sai Kung, Hong Kong. The pier here was filled with the seaside suburban atmosphere you'd find in Hong Kong movies. There were also a variety of seafood restaurants and Hong Kong-style snack bars where we could enjoy the leisurely pace of life. We then returned to the hotel to rest.
Day 4 Hotel → Starting point → Phoenix Trail Section 2 Dadongshan → End point → Hotel
All day
After breakfast, we took local transportation to the starting point of the Lantau Island hike (a country park reserve, which buses cannot enter).
Today we are hiking the second section of the Phoenix Trail, which is the third longest hiking trail in Hong Kong and is divided into 12 sections.
As you climb higher, the sea view slowly comes into view. You will reach the iconic internet-famous rock here. The drop of less than 2 meters makes it a great place to take cliff-like photos that are a must-see for outdoor enthusiasts.
We then entered the ridge section, the second section of Dadong Mountain, which is also famous. It's also known as "Eason Chan Mountain" because Eason Chan filmed his album cover there. The vast expanse of Miscanthus grass creates a sense of being in the vast wilderness, and together with the unique stone house on the top of the mountain, it creates a beautiful picture.
After reaching the end of the hike, we headed to Mui Wo Pier and took a boat back to the city pier. The boat ride took about 50 minutes to get back to the Central Pier in the city.
Afterwards, everyone can freely experience Hong Kong's unique trams and Star Ferry, enjoy the night view of Victoria, and take the subway back to the hotel to rest in the evening.
Day 5 Hotel → Hong Kong Trail Section 8 Dragon's Back → Big Wave Bay Beach → Shek O → Hotel
All day
Today we hiked the Hong Kong Island Trail - Section 8 of the Dragon's Back Line
This section was once rated as the "Best Urban Hiking Trail in an Asian City" by Time Magazine, and is also one of the "Five Beginner Hiking Routes on Hong Kong Island" recommended by CNN. It is even the choice of many foreign friends who visit Hong Kong for hiking.
After breakfast, we headed to the starting point for the hike, ascending along the entire length of the Dragon's Back. Spectacular views of the ocean, cityscape, and gently undulating mountains greeted us. Climbing to the summit of Dalanchengding Mountain, we'll overlook the balmy seaside village of Shek O, Big Wave Bay, Tung Lung Island, and the waters east of Hong Kong Island. This section of the trail, undulating like a dragon's back, earned the name "Dragon's Back."
We arrived at Big Wave Bay, the end point of the hike, at around 13:00. We took the bus back to the hotel and disbanded at around 14:00. Everyone picked up their luggage at the hotel and returned on their own.
If you're still in Hong Kong, you can explore Shek O Village near the end of the hike. Shek O Village, known for its crooked houses and colorful streets, was the filming location for Stephen Chow's classic film, "W."
You can return to Hong Kong or Shenzhen Airport on your own. Return tickets to Hong Kong are for flights departing after 18:00, and return tickets to Shenzhen are for flights departing after 19:00. For Hong Kong West Kowloon train tickets, please book flights departing after 17:00 on the same day.
