Energetic, colourful
Hong Kong o ers so
much to do, see and eat
it can be challenging to
know where to jump ship
but when Viking Orion docks
beside the e ervescent Central
district it's a clear invitation to
explore the immediate scene.
Take an early morning tram-ride
up to Victoria Peak for spectacular
bird's eye harbour-views, returning
via elegant Causeway Bay for dim
sum hopping, high-end shopping
and foodie souvenirs at City Super
(hello supermarket of dreams!).
Scoot across town via the terribly
effi cient MTR (Mass Transit Railway),
making your way to atmospheric
Man Mo temple on Hollywood road
where, strolling through lantern-
lit incense plumes provides the
perfect opportunity to embrace
history, culture and traditional
architecture at once. Take-fi ve
nearby at your pick of several funky
little cafes – absorbing the fl irtatious
neighbourhood vibe. As you zigzag
down the cobblestone laneways
and streets lined with vibrant urban
art you'll be lured towards open-
air antique stalls around Upper
Lascar Row and the hip boutiques,
contemporary designer homewares
and inviting eating houses which
line Gough street and surrounds.
Don't miss the startlingly fresh food
markets tucked into rustic alleyways
or the opportunity for a twilight
snack of delectable handmade
dumplings on route to the ship.
VIEW FROM VICTORIA PEAK
BUSTLING STREETS
MAN MO TEMPLE
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