Half-Day Excursion | Yuen Long District and Ping Shan Heritage Trail
An Insight into the North Western New Territories
Step beyond Hong Kong’s iconic skyline and explore a quieter side of the city—where clan traditions, walled villages, and ancestral halls stand as living echoes of centuries past. This immersive half-day journey through the northwestern New Territories invites you to discover the cultural soul of the region along the historically rich Ping Shan Heritage Trail. Unfolding through centuries-old Tang Clan settlements, ancient temples, and rural landscapes, this curated experience offers a rare glimpse into Hong Kong’s roots. Perfect for those seeking history, heritage, and a tranquil escape from the urban rush.
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An Overview of Your Adventure
Morning Departure
Depart from the city center and head to the Yuen Long district. As the city’s high-rises fade behind you, rural Hong Kong begins to reveal itself in green fields and village life.
Ping Shan Heritage Trail Walk
Begin your guided walk along the 1.6-kilometer Ping Shan Heritage Trail. Despite its modest length, this route is home to some of Hong Kong’s most significant cultural landmarks, including:
• Tsui Sing Lau Pagoda – Hong Kong’s only surviving ancient pagoda
• Tang Ancestral Hall – a majestic example of southern Chinese clan architecture
• Sheung Cheung Wai – a centuries-old walled village still inhabited today
Listen to stories of the Tang Clan—one of the “Five Great Clans” of the New Territories—as you wander through living relics of the Yuan dynasty.
Yuen Long Market Town Visit
Before returning to the city, make a stop at the historical Yuen Long market town. Explore its bustling wet market and the nearby pedestrian-only street market, where stalls brim with daily essentials—from fresh fruits and vegetables to local spices and snacks. This stop offers a vivid window into the rhythms of everyday life in the New Territories.
Return to the City
Reboard your transport and return to Hong Kong’s urban center with a newfound perspective on the cultural layers hidden just beyond its skyline.
Highlights of This Journey
A quick overview to make the most of your stay.
- Walk in the footsteps of the Tang Clan, Hong Kong’s original settlers, along the first heritage trail ever established in the city.
- Explore traditional walled villages and ancestral halls that have stood for centuries, preserving stories of family, honor, and legacy.
- Experience rural tranquility and the charm of village life just an hour from downtown Hong Kong.
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