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!
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: Gather at Shenzhen Port for immigration clearance → Wilson Trail Section 9 → Hong Kong Hotel
All day
We set off for the Hong Kong border crossing at around 8am. After crossing the border, we took local transportation to the starting point of the hike (the luggage will be delivered to the hotel by the staff, so you can just pack light and hike).
Today we're hiking Section 9 of the Wilson Trail, Hong Kong's second longest trail. Named after Sir David Wilson, the 27th Governor of Hong Kong, the 78-kilometer trail is divided into 10 sections, traversing eight country parks. The route offers a rich and varied scenery, including ancient trails deep into dense forests and rolling mountain ranges (including earthen stairways and tractor-trail tracks).
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 point, take public transportation back to the hotel (friends who walk down the mountain quickly can take the local bus back to the hotel to rest or go to the city to play freely. The public transportation journey takes about 1 hour). In the evening, you can freely stroll through the bustling streets of Hong Kong.
Day 3 Hotel → Hike starting point → MacLehose Trail Section 2 → End point → Hotel
All day
Hiking distance: about 16 kilometers
Cumulative lift: +800/-660
Estimated time: About 7 hours
Today's hike is Section 2 of the MacLehose Trail, Hong Kong's most famous and longest hiking trail, once named one of the "20 Best Hiking Trails in the World" by National Geographic. The 100-kilometer trail is divided into ten sections, marked by signposts and check-in and rest areas at each section. Section 2 is widely considered the most cost-effective hike—you can reach heaven without experiencing the physical descent into hell.
After breakfast, we departed from the hotel and transferred to local Hong Kong transportation to the starting point of the hike (located in a country park reserve, not accessible by bus). The hike was shaded by trees and breezy, allowing us to stop and take in the beautiful scenery. We then arrived at beautiful Sai Wan Beach, where we enjoyed a relaxing stroll, treading on the water and listening to the breeze, with the hills bordering the sea.
We arrived at Ham Tin Bay at lunch time and rested at a convenience store on the beach, facing the sea, and had a simple lunch (normal arrival time is 13:00-13:30 and you can dine 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.
Then take the local public bus back to the city.
Day 4 Hotel → Starting point → Phoenix Trail Section 2 Dadongshan → End point → Hotel
All day
Hiking distance: about 9 kilometers
Cumulative lift: +780/-580
Estimated time: About 4 hours
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.
The second section, Dadongshan, is the most famous, nicknamed "Eason Chan Mountain" because Eason Chan filmed his album cover there. The vast expanse of Miscanthus grass creates a sense of being in the midst of a boundless wilderness, and the unique stone house on the top creates a beautiful scene.
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.
Tonight marks New Year's Eve 2026. Those who want to see the fireworks can wait for the display near Victoria Harbour. Alternatively, you can enjoy the traditional Hong Kong trams and Star Ferry, admire the Victoria Harbour skyline, and then take the MTR back to your hotel.
Day 5 Hotel → Hong Kong Trail Section 8 Dragon's Back → Big Wave Bay Beach → Shek O → Hotel
All day
Hiking distance: about 8 kilometers
Cumulative lift: +450/-550
Estimated time: About 3 hours
Today is the first day of 2025. We are hiking on the Hong Kong Island Trail, which is the fourth longest hiking trail in Hong Kong. The eighth section, Dragon's Back Line, is its highlight. It was once rated as "the best urban hiking trail in an Asian city" by Time Magazine. It is also one of the "five beginner hiking routes in Hong Kong Island" recommended by CNN. It is even the choice of many foreign friends who come to 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.
You can return to Shenzhen or Hong Kong Airport on your own. Please book your return flight or train ticket after 18:00 on the same day.
