šš° Day Trip to Hong Kong (Everything within 12 hours!)
by je ne sais quoi
Feb 3, 2025
Hong Kong adventure? Absolutely! š I did a day trip out to Lantau Islandāhit up the iconic Ngong Ping 360 cable car, squeezed in some hiking, and watched the sunset golden hour that totally lit up my feed. š
Top Spots to Visit:
- Ngong Ping 360: Start your day with this epic cable car ride from Tung Chung to the Ngong Ping Villageāpanoramic views of the island and South China Sea are next-level!
- Lantau Island: The islandās hiking trails are open all day (Hong Kong Outlying Islands, Lantau Island)ādo the wisdom trail loop or trek toward Sunset Peak for killer scenery.
- Sunset Watch: Head up the hiking path about 1.5 hours before sunset for those golden hour pics (seriously, donāt forget your power bank for the phone-cam marathon).
Personal tips:
Book your Ngong Ping 360 tickets on trip.com ahead of time to skip the queues! If you want a more chill hike, bring light snacks and some extra waterāLantauās breezy but the hills can be real. For the sunset, hang out at the higher lookouts, your Insta will thank you.
Getting there & Around:
Catch the MTR to Tung Chung, then walk to Ngong Ping 360 terminal. Cable car drops you straight at the village for easy hiking access. Local buses also cruise all over the island if you need a backup plan.
What to Eat:
Grab a tofu pudding in Ngong Ping Villageāfamous for a reason! Or refuel with noodles at a tiny shop after your hike.
Extra tips:
No visa needed for most travelers. Hong Kong dollar cash is easiest. Weather? Humidityās real, so pack a light layer.
#hkonbudget #lantauisland #ngongping360
#hongkonghikes #goldenhour #tripdotcom
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