Hong Kong itinerary
7 days, hour by hour · Hong KongOctober–May
- Days
- 7
- Stops
- 34
- Per day
- ≈ 871 HKD
- First stop
- 08:00
Short answer
The TripWalkers Hong Kong itinerary runs 7 days and lays out 34 stops, hour by hour, for October–May. The first three days:
- Day 1 Victoria Peak and Central
- Day 2 Kowloon and Star Ferry
- Day 3 Lantau: Tian Tan Buddha
Staying less? Start with the first days — TripWalkers uses the opening days of this plan for shorter trips too. Days 3 and 6 are day trips out of the city. Food, entry fees and local transport come to about 871 HKD a day (excluding accommodation and flights).
Day 1 · 08:00–14:30
Victoria Peak and Central
Nature
Peak Tram
The first trams at 07:30 have no queue. It's an 8-minute ride to Victoria Peak, around 88 HKD return.
≈ 88 HKD per personNature
Victoria Peak Sky Terrace 428
Terrace at the summit with 360° views of the harbour. The morning haze burns off.
≈ 75 HKD per personNature
Peak Circle Walk
A flat, shaded 3.5 km walk around the summit with great views.
Free- 1 h · travel, break, free time
Food
Tim Ho Wan Central
The cheapest Michelin-starred dim sum in the world. Don't miss the BBQ pork buns (char siu bao).
≈ 120 HKD per personLandmark
Central Mid-Levels Escalator
The world's longest outdoor covered escalator system. It takes you up to SoHo and Tai Kwun.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Lan Fong YuenA cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style café) open since 1952. Try the milk tea and the pork chop sandwich.
- Tai KwunA former police station and prison, now a free cultural centre.
Day 2 · 09:30–20:00
Kowloon and Star Ferry
Landmark
Star Ferry Central Pier
The legendary 8-minute ferry from Central to Tsim Sha Tsui. 5 HKD with an Octopus card.
≈ 5 HKD per personNature
Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade
The Avenue of Stars and harbour views. Good for morning photos.
FreeCulture
Hong Kong Museum of Art
An art museum on the waterfront. Free entry, with Chinese calligraphy and contemporary art.
FreeFood
Mak's Noodle Jordan
The classic wonton noodles. The bowls are small, so order 2.
≈ 70 HKD per person- 4 h 30 min · travel, break, free time
Shopping
Temple Street Night Market
Fortune tellers, street food and cheap goods. It comes alive after 18:00, so try the claypot rice.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Australia Dairy CompanyScrambled egg toast and steamed milk pudding. The queue moves fast.
- Kowloon ParkA park in Tsim Sha Tsui with flamingos. An alternative to the museum.
Day 3 · 09:30–16:30Day trip
Lantau: Tian Tan Buddha
Nature
Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car
A 25-minute cable car ride from Tung Chung (around 300 HKD return, glass-bottom cabin extra). You get views of the sea and mountains.
≈ 300 HKD per personCulture
Tian Tan Buddha
A 34 m bronze Buddha. Climb the 268 steps for views over Lantau.
FreeCulture
Po Lin Monastery
The monastery at the foot of the Buddha. Vegetarian meal tickets are sold here.
FreeFood
Po Lin Vegetarian Restaurant
The monastery's vegetarian kitchen. Simple and tasty.
≈ 150 HKD per person- 45 min · travel, break, free time
Landmark
Tai O Fishing Village
A village of stilt houses. A boat trip (with a chance of spotting pink dolphins) costs 30 HKD, and there's a dried fish market.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Tai O Dried Seafood MarketGrilled seafood in Tai O. An alternative to the monastery meal.
- Wisdom PathA path of wooden sutra pillars next to the Buddha. A short walk.
Day 4 · 09:30–15:00
Mong Kok and Sham Shui Po
Culture
Chi Lin Nunnery
A Tang-style wooden nunnery built without nails, with lotus ponds.
FreeNature
Nan Lian Garden
A Chinese garden opposite the nunnery, with a golden pagoda.
FreeCulture
Wong Tai Sin Temple
Fortune sticks (kau cim) and incense. The busiest temple in Hong Kong.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Kwan Kee Bamboo Noodle
In Sham Shui Po, noodles kneaded with a bamboo pole. Legendary flavour.
≈ 60 HKD per personShopping
Sham Shui Po Apliu Street
An electronics and fabric market in Hong Kong's most local neighbourhood, with street food.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Tim Ho Wan Sham Shui PoThe first Tim Ho Wan branch.
- Ladies' Market Mong KokA tourist market. Haggle.
Day 5 · 09:30–18:30
Dragon's Back and Stanley
Nature
Dragon's Back Trail
Hong Kong's most famous ridge hike (2 hours, easy to moderate). It has views of Shek O and is ideal in winter.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Shopping
Stanley Market
A market in a seaside town. Good for silk and souvenirs.
FreeFood
The Boathouse Stanley
Seafood on the Stanley waterfront, with a terrace.
≈ 350 HKD per personNature
Stanley Promenade
Murray House and the seafront. Stop for a coffee.
Free- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Nature
Shek O Village
The village where the ridge hike ends. There's a beach and a Thai restaurant.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Stanley Plaza Food CourtAn affordable lunch.
- Deep Water BayA quieter bay next to Repulse Bay.
Day 6 · 10:00–16:30Day trip
Day trip to Macau
Landmark
Yung Shue Wan Lamma
Take the Macau ferry (1 hour, around 180 HKD) to see the Ruins of St. Paul's and Senado Square. You need your passport.
FreeNature
Lamma Family Trail
A walk taking in A-Ma Temple and Taipa Village.
FreeCulture
Ruins of St. Paul's
The church facade that symbolises Macau. Portuguese heritage.
FreeFood
Lord Stow's Bakery Macau
Portuguese-style pastel de nata (custard tart). A Macau classic.
≈ 60 HKD per personLandmark
Senado Square
A mosaic-paved square with Portuguese buildings. The return ferry to Hong Kong leaves at 18:00.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Taipa Village Food StreetStreet food in Taipa.
- Macau TowerA tower with bungee jumping and views over Macau.
Day 7 · 09:00–13:30
Wan Chai: a light farewell
Nature
Hong Kong Park
A park among the skyscrapers, with an aviary and a lake.
FreeLandmark
Ding Ding Tram Line
Ride the historic double-decker tram to Wan Chai. Take a front seat on the upper deck, 3 HKD.
≈ 3 HKD per person- 30 min · travel, break, free time
Food
Kam's Roast Goose Wan Chai
Michelin-starred goose. A farewell lunch, with a 30-minute queue.
≈ 200 HKD per personLandmark
Airport Express Hong Kong Station
The airport train takes 24 minutes. You can check in in the city.
Free
Plan B — if it's crowded or closed (2)
- Joy Hing Roasted MeatCheap char siu in Wan Chai.
- Blue House Wan ChaiA blue historic building and neighbourhood museum. An alternative to the tram.
Getting around: get an Octopus Card
It works on the MTR, trams, buses, the Star Ferry and in shops, so it covers everything in Hong Kong.
Good to know: 6 things that make a Hong Kong trip easier
- The Octopus Card works everywhere (MTR, tram, ferry, shops). Buy it at the airport. The Airport Express takes 24 minutes.
- October to December is the best season (22°C, dry). In January and February it's 15°C, a cardigan is enough and it's ideal for walking.
- Dim sum is eaten in the morning and at lunchtime. Queues are normal at cheap Michelin spots like Tim Ho Wan and Kam's Roast Goose.
- Tipping is not expected, and a 10% service charge is added to the bill. Cash is still common, and small restaurants don't take cards.
- The Star Ferry and Peak Tram are Hong Kong rituals. Go up to the Peak at 08:00, and return at 19:00 for the evening lights.
- You need your passport for Macau. Ferries to Lamma and Cheung Chau leave from Central Piers 4 and 5.
Spending: ≈ 6,100 HKD per person for 7 days
- Food3,600 HKD
- Entry and tours900 HKD
- Local transport800 HKD
- Other800 HKD
Excludes accommodation and flights. 2026 price estimate, per person.
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Frequently asked questions
How many days do you need in Hong Kong?
This itinerary is built for 7 days. With 3 days, do the first 3 — TripWalkers uses the opening days of the plan for shorter trips too. The day trip is on day 3 and 6; skip it on a short stay.
How much does a day in Hong Kong cost?
In this plan, food, entry fees and local transport come to about 871 HKD per person per day. Accommodation and flights are not included. Figures are 2026 estimates.
What time should you start the day in Hong Kong?
The first stop is at 08:00. Most days start early so you arrive before the crowds, and evenings end with dinner.
Which season is this itinerary for?
This page covers October–May. There is a separate plan for June–September: opening hours, the sea and the weather change the route.