Kowloon & Hong Kong Tour: Victoria Peak to Man Mo Temple

Your guide knows Hong Kong's hidden corners and the stories behind its dishes.

A private 6-hour tour of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island led by a guide with 38 years of experience across Asia and deep knowledge of the city's culture, history and local food. You'll ride the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak, walk through Man Mo Temple and Cat Street, cross the Mid-Levels Escalator, and explore neighborhoods like Wan Chai where you can sample roast duck and local street food. The tour is tailored to your group's interests.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Star Ferry30m
2. Kowloon Park30m
3. Hong Kong Island30m
4. Central–Mid-Levels Escalator30m
5. Man Mo Temple30m
6. Cat Street30m
7. Victoria Peak30m · entry included

Explore Kowloon and Hong Kong highlights

• Stroll Kowloon Promenade
• Visit Avenue of Stars
• See Peninsula Hotel lobby
• Explore 1881 Heritage
• Walk through Kowloon Park
• Discover Central's historic sites
• Shop and relax in Causeway Bay
• Experience Wan Chai street markets
• Ride Mid-Levels Escalator
• Visit Tai Kwun cultural centre
• Tour Man Mo Temple via Hollywood Road
• Browse Cat Street antiques
• Ride Peak Tram to Victoria Peak
• Enjoy views at Victoria Peak

The experience

The tour moves through both Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, starting in Tsim Sha Tsui along the Kowloon Promenade where you see Victoria Harbour and the Avenue of Stars, then crossing to the island side. You'll ride the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak, walk the 800-meter Central–Mid-Levels Escalator (one of the longest covered escalators in the world), and visit Man Mo Temple on Hollywood Road, built in 1847 and dedicated to the gods of literature and war. The guide shapes each stop around what interests your group, whether that's the colonial architecture at Tai Kwun or the antique shops and local artists on Cat Street.

Food is woven through the day. Wan Chai's street markets let you taste roast duck and tropical fruits while the guide explains the roots of local dishes. Kowloon Park, a former British military base now full of flamingos and turtles, offers a quieter moment in the middle of the city. The Peninsula Hotel's lobby and the 1881 Heritage building (originally a naval police station) show Hong Kong's layered history: Victorian and Chinese architecture side by side.

You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water and snacks included. The guide speaks English and German. If you prefer public transport instead, that option is available at checkout. Six hours covers a lot of ground, so the pace is steady but not rushed, and the guide adjusts based on where your group wants to linger.

What’s included

• Bottled water and snacks throughout the day.
• air-conditioned vehicle or public transport (your choice at checkout).
• guide fluent in English and German.
• pickup included.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tour using public transportGuide in English or German · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00Pickup is included

Tour with vehicleGuide in English or German · 9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00Tour by vehicle, pickup included

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day9 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 11:00

Book up to11h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by This Is Asia Private Tours

Is this one for you?Choose the vehicle option if you want to cover more ground without navigating the MTR, or pick public transport if you prefer to move through the city the way locals do and have more flexibility to explore neighborhoods on foot. Either way, the guide tailors stops to what interests your group, so you're not locked into a fixed schedule.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What is the Central–Mid-Levels Escalator like to walk?

The Central–Mid-Levels Escalator stretches 800 meters and is one of the longest covered escalators in the world, connecting Central's busy streets to the residential Mid-Levels. It's not just transport. Shops, cafes and restaurants line the route, so you can stop and explore as you ride.

Can I taste local food during the tour?

Yes. Wan Chai's street markets are part of the itinerary, and you can sample roast duck, tropical fruits and other local delicacies there. The guide, who is also a chef, shares stories about the origins of dishes and ingredients as you explore.

Does the tour include Victoria Peak?

Victoria Peak is included. You'll ride the Peak Tram from Central to the top. The tram has been running since 1888 and offers views of the city and Victoria Harbour on the way up. At the peak, you can explore the restaurants and shops at Peak Galleria.

What is Man Mo Temple and why visit it?

Man Mo Temple, built in 1847 on Hollywood Road, is one of Hong Kong's oldest and most significant temples, dedicated to the gods of literature and war. It's known for its wood carvings, large incense holders and peaceful atmosphere in the middle of the city. The route there passes art galleries and antique shops.

Is this tour private or shared with other travelers?

This is a private tour tailored to your group. The guide adapts the itinerary and pace to meet your interests, so no two tours are exactly the same.

What neighborhoods does the tour cover?

The tour spans Tsim Sha Tsui and Kowloon on one side of the harbor, then crosses to Hong Kong Island to visit Central, Causeway Bay, Wan Chai and the Mid-Levels. You'll see shopping districts, historic temples, parks and street markets across both sides.