Me: Hey love, on our way to Tokyo can we stop off in Hong Kong.

Husband: Yeah, sure. Why not.

And that’s how we ended up in this skyscraper city. We had less than 60 hours to see as much of Hong Kong as we could. Which you can imagine meant we left Honk Kong realizing we had seen little to nothing.

In honor of short trips I always make sure to book a full-day tour. It may sound cheesy to some but it’s hard to see a lot in a little time if you don’t know where you are going.

We took two tours: Hong Kong Island Half-Day Tour and the Symphony of Lights Hong Kong Harbor Night Cruise bought through Viator.com (my second go to after Trip advisor).

The half-day tour was pretty awesome. We took a cruise on Repulse Bay and floated through Aberdeen’s floating village which is an absolute must see. The pictures you can get out of that cruise are living room display worthy and the cruise itself is relaxing and full of historical facts I forgot.

We rode the Victoria Peak tram which is an utter waste of time and a total tourist trap. It’s like getting exited to ride the Subway and your first trip is on the G train. However, the panoramic views from the mall before you get on the tram is worth every penny.

If you are spending more time in Hong Kong I would recommend turing the Victory Peak tram pilgrimage into an entire day. First, there’s the tram, which again is a ripe off. But once you get to the top of the Peak there’s so much to do and see. There’s the Peak Tower & Sky Terrace 428- which are an absolute must. You will deeply regret not going up and taking in the panoramic views. But beyond that there are nature walks which give you sweeping 360 views of Hong Kong, and a museum/galley for history buffs.

I could have spent all day there- shopping, eating, going to the movies, but we only had a good hour there and I wish I could have stayed longer. The tour ended with a trip to Stanley Market (an outdoor market with lots of fun crafts) and a trip to a jewelry factory where I spent way to much money on a necklace I promised my husband I would wear forever but only wore one so far…

Anyway, the Symphony of Lights Hong Kong Harbor Night Cruise was only made fun by the guide- who was fantastic. Everyone told us “Oh you must see the light show” and we were so excited. Maybe..too excited…with too high expectations.

The light show happened daily while we were there and it’s basically all the sky scrappers along the bay lighting up in utter & complete random fashion for 30 minutes with a guide playing exciting music and a cash bar. Would I do it again? No. Next time I would be better off just walking around the harbor and getting on the ferris wheel. Next time ferris wheel…it’s you and me.

The food:

Food in Hong Kong is an experience to be digested. Yes, they have tons of delicious food with an international flair. My husband is a celiac and he ate well there.

The Hotel

We stayed at the Harbour Grand Hong Kong which can cost anywhere from $100 dollars a night on upwards. We had a city view which was nice to wake up to. The food buffet for breakfast catered to my American needs and to my Husband’s German but celiac needs. However, the food was just ok. I’d recommend a stay there but also recommend you eat every meal outside and enjoy all that Hong Kong cuisine has to offer.

View from Victoria Peak.

 Just walking down the street. 

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