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4-Hour Private Walk Along The Ping Shan Heritage Trail In Hong Kong

5.0

(5)

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Architecture, Culture, Walking

  • Duration

    4 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Tour through the Ping Shan Heritage Trail in Hong Kong and explore traditional constructions and rural development along the trail. Begin at the oldest pagoda in Hong Kong- the Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda, learn about local traditions and customs, such as the God of Earth and the Tang Clan's ancestral village, and witness some of the finest examples of old Chinese-style craftsmanship.

Highlights
  • Visit the traditional building of Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda 
  • Admire the Yeung Hau Temple, one of the 7 temples dedicated to an old Chinese general 
  • Capture the beautiful craftsmanship at the Tang Clan's ancestral village 
  • Get insights into long-preserved traditions and customs with your local guide
  • Walk along the Ping Shan Heritage Trail expand_more
    • Meet the tour guide, who will lead you through the Ping Shan Heritage Trail, the first heritage walk in Hong Kong that opened in 1993. Appreciate the traditional constructions and the amazing rural development in the villages located along the way!
    • You will commence your walk at the Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda, the oldest pagoda in Hong Kong, and then head to acknowledge one of the most iconic walled villages, the Sheung Cheung Wai. Here, the guide will show you the water well that serves as a fish feed for purposes of Feng Shui and tourism and enlighten you about its importance in earlier times. You will also learn about the correlation of the local God of Earth with farming and how the villagers appease the deity to avoid bad luck.
    • Passing the Ting Building - also known as the Baby Boy House - you will examine some buildings from the 1940s that have gun holes in them. 
    • Continue towards the Yeung Hau Temple, one of the 7 temples dedicated to the old Chinese general who protected the emperor and helped him escape from China to Hong Kong. In the course of your heritage walk, the guide will enrich you with stories about Hong Kong's long-preserved traditions that have influenced the past and present, and more popular customs like Feng Shui make their way into everyday life here.
    • The next and final leg of your tour will go deeper into the Tang Clan's ancestral village. You will visit their ancestral hall to witness the finest constructions made in the old Chinese style, still in use to this date. Another ancestral building you will explore will be the Kun Ting Study Hall with its Soul Tablet, a building full of beautiful craftsmanship.
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Excluded
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses
Meeting Point

Exit E3, Tin Shui Wai Station, MTR

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Tour Reviews
  • M

    Miguel

    Educational and Enjoyable

    As someone who loves learning about history and culture, I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. The Ping Shan Heritage Trail is full of hidden gems, and my guide did an excellent job of pointing out interesting details and sharing the stories behind each site.

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    Wei

    Immersive and Eye-Opening

    This heritage walk was a truly immersive and eye-opening experience. The buildings and constructions along the Ping Shan Heritage Trail were beautiful and intricate, and I learned so much about the customs and traditions of the area.

  • T

    Takeshi

    A Glimpse into Tradition

    The tour with Audrey was an enlightening experience, showcasing the rich traditions and history of Hong Kong. The visit to the Kun Ting Study Hall was particularly impressive. Don't miss it!

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    Samantha

    Exploring Hongkong while walkiing

    Exploring the Ping Shan Heritage Trail with Audrey was an unforgettable journey through Hong Kong's rich history. Each visit, from the Yeung Hau Temple to the Tang Clan's ancestral village, left a lasting impression, offering a timeless perspective on the city's cultural heritage.

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    Ramirez

    I was blown away by the beauty and intricacy of the traditional constructions, and the stories behi

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USD 250 / group
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Total number of people (Min: 1 , Max: 10)