Hong Kong Arrival & Iconic City Highlights: Victoria Peak, Kennedy Town, and Night Views

Day 1: Arrival & Evening Exploration

Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR on July 4, 2025

11:30am

Arrival at Hongkong International Airport Terminal 1

Arrive in Hong Kong and proceed to the arrival hall to start your day easily with transportation essentials.
Free, 0h30m

12:00pm

Pickup Octopus Card at Counter A13

Get your Octopus Card for convenient use of all public transport and small purchases throughout the city.
HKD150, 0h15m

12:15pm

Redeem Airport Express Ticket

Redeem your separate Airport Express Ticket for quick and comfortable transfer into Central Hong Kong. Tickets must be used before expiry.
HKD100, 0h10m

12:30pm

Travel to Nina Hotel Causeway Bay and Check In

Take the Airport Express train and MTR or taxi to Causeway Bay. Check into Nina Hotel with a deposit of HKD500.
HKD500 (deposit), 1h

1:30pm

Lunch Near Causeway Bay

Enjoy a quick Hong Kong-style lunch such as dim sum or noodles at a local eatery near the hotel to fuel up for the afternoon.
HKD60-80, 1h

2:30pm

Rest or Leisure Time at Hotel

Relax at the hotel or explore the surrounding Causeway Bay shopping and streets before heading out to Victoria Peak.
Free, 1h30m

4:00pm

Travel to Victoria Peak

Take MTR from Causeway Bay to Central, then catch the Peak Tram up to Victoria Peak for beautiful city and harbor views as evening approaches.
HKD53 (Peak Tram roundtrip), 0h45m

4:30pm - 7:30pm

Victoria Peak Sightseeing

Enjoy panoramic views, walking trails, and photo ops on the Peak as the sun sets lighting up Hong Kong’s skyline.
HKD50-100 (Sky Terrace optional), 3h

7:30pm

Visit Tram View Cafe

Stop by this charming cafe beside Kennedy Road, an excellent spot for OOTD photos and light refreshments if open in the evening.
HKD80 approx., 0h30m

8:00pm

Kennedy Town Photo Spot

Travel to Kennedy Town to capture urban night shots beside Forbes Street Playground, near the basketball court – perfect for a unique OOTD location.
HKD10-15, 0h45m

8:45pm

Ride Ding Ding Tram for Experience

Try the historic Ding Ding tram for an authentic local experience getting back toward the city center.
HKD3-5, 0h30m

9:15pm

Hong Kong Observation Wheel

Catch night views of Victoria Harbour and the city skyline aboard the Observation Wheel; open until 10pm, ideal for evening relaxation and photos.
HKD20, 0h30m

9:45pm

Option to Visit Capital Cafe

If time and energy allow, stop by Capital Cafe in Wan Chai for a traditional Hong Kong milk tea and late-night snack; closes around 8-9pm, so check ahead.
HKD40-60, 0h30m

10:15pm

Return to Nina Hotel Causeway Bay

Travel back to the hotel by MTR or taxi to rest and prepare for the next day.
HKD10-20, 0h30m
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