Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour
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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour
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HK$718.11
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Ages 0-99
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: Chinese, English
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- Private Tour
- Local Guide
- 1 local drink/tasting
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Extra food and drinks
- Departure details
- Des Voeux Road Central, Des Voeux Rd Central, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Sheung Wan MTR station, exit B.
Return details- Returns to original departure point
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 24380P382- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- Private tour: only you & your local guide
- CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
- Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Which attractions will I visit with Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour?
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- How much is Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour?
- Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour price starts from HK$726.70. Discover and book Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour on Tripadvisor
- What is the Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour cancellation policy?
- Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour on Tripadvisor
- Which company provides Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour?
- Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour is hosted by Withlocals. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Withlocals on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Hong Kong Private Tour on Tripadvisor
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 24380P382
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Itinerary
- You'll start atDes Voeux Road CentralDes Voeux Rd Central, Sheung Wan, Hong KongSheung Wan MTR station, exit B.See address & details
- 1Sheung WanStop: 10 minutesSee details
- 2Western MarketStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 3Upper Lascar Row Antique Street MarketStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 4Man Mo TempleStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 5PMQStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 6Graham Street MarketStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 7Mid-levels EscalatorStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 8SohoStop: 20 minutesSee details
- 9Stone Slab StreetStop: 10 minutesSee details
- You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator
- 941deniso00GOT SCAMMED, DON'T BOOD THIS TOURIt's about as bad an experience as one could have, basically a scam. Samuel Li, the tour operator, texted me asking me to meet earlier, but I couldn't, to which he replied he'd see me at the original start time of 7:30. I texted him when I arrived, but he never heard back. I waited a half hour, and he never responded. I put a refund request into TA/Viator, shared the texts below. I also asked for the uber expenses as I had to take one to meet Sam. They denied both a the very least they should refund the tour, the operator was a no show after confirming he'd be there. He also ignored both my texts after I arrived at the designated meeting spot (see photos). DON"T BOOK THIS TOUR.
- lauramG2386NP00Great experience with authentic local guideThe Foodtour with Angel was an exceptional experience. On the one hand Angel introduced us to nice local places where you probably won’t go as a tourist. We had Dim Sum, Noodles, Pastries, tea and coffee. The choice was very nice and I recommend to go to the tour with an empty stomach and some appetite. On the other hand Angel as a tour guide is just amazing. An authentic local that shares not only insights about food but also about Hong Kong history, language fun facts and personal stories. I highly recommend this tour and would also do other tours with Angel. Thanks for the experience.
- PdxPortland_oregon00Awful, Not a food tour, Not as Described!Unlike the tour description, we were not guided for 30 minutes through the Temple St night market - the guide dropped us off at the head of the block and said everything is for tourists and menus are in English. He did this even though I said I was very hungry and wanted help selecting dishes. We also did not get the grilled skewers, coconut water or Michelin rated desserts described in the online tour description. The “tastings” we got consisted of sharing a take out dish of gummy rice rolls, six little fish balls, some Shaomai fish dumplings - all from one corner take out stall/restaurant. They were pretty awful - just gummy, bland, drinking food. Our other two tastes were an also carbs, despite me saying I wanted meat or veggies - pineapple buns (one each!) and a waffle to share. Samuel was intelligent but did not speak clearly, and did not seem to want to talk about food. He did not provide a backstory on the vendors, or seem to have any friendly relationship with them. Compared to the many other food tours we have had in cities around the world, this one was awful - a waste of time and a rip-off.
- Sally H00Fantastic Tour with Excellent GuideMy daughter And I thoroughly enjoyed our day with Angel, our guide. She was the perfect guide as she has a lot of personal and family connection to the city and its culture. The route she chose for us was varied and interesting. It was a very full day, but didn’t feel at all hurried. I would advise anybody visiting Hong Kong for the first time to take this tour early in your visit if you can. I really enjoyed wandering on my own through the city and revisiting many of the things that I had seen with Angel, with the new appreciation for their significance. Very highly recommended!
- Gabriela R00Last minute cancelationReally disappointing. I booked a few weeks ahead and they canceled 3 hours ahead. I was looking forward to the tour. I will be getting a refund but wish they'd had a back up plan.
- Getaway1466050649700Delicious and InterestingWe had a wonderful tour with Angel on our recent visit to Hong Kong. Not only did we sample some amazing local food but as a local herself Angel gave us great insight and personal stories. We learned a lot about local history, current events and food! I highly recommend doing this tour with Angel.
- Z7759TAricharda00A great tour with CosmoCosmo is a fabulous guide, very knowledgeable and entertaining. He has travelled to many countries himself so knows how to provide a good tour and make his guests feel well looked after.
- JackL12345600Cosmo is Great!My girlfriend and I had a great tour with Cosmo, the sudden torrential downpour didn’t dampen any spirits. Cosmo had a lot of knowledge about Hong Kong and showed us to some great spots for food and the bustling night markets.
- frankolino471100Go to Mangkok and order yourselfAverage at best. Basically marking it to three food stands in Mongkok for 100$ per person, way overpriced. Would have loved to try more different things rather than “what do u want” with some more deeper insides. Temple street was not busted either. Looked like a quick exit in the end. Cannot recommend.
- withoutf202000Stay away. Company Cancelled my tour 24 hours before and no refundStay away. I made an online reservation for a private tour. Two days before the tour the Company charged my credit card for the cost of the tour (48 hours before the tour is its policy to charge the fee). The very next day, 24 hours before the tour, it cancelled as it stated its only tour guide could not provide the tour due to personal reasons. The Company offered to provide the tour the following day but our itinerary was already set. I requested a refund and have yet to receive it, nor any communications that it would be refunded.
- nikaum202300Amazing Tour, Great for FoodiesAwesome tour, the food was delicious and the tour was super interesting. It was noticeable that Angel knew all the best spots to get something yummy to eat. Angel was fun, and easy to be with. Highly recommended. Thanks Angel!
- Capitanlou00Guide didn't show upGuide never showed up. Whatsapped me meeting place, I waited an hour and tried calling him repeatedly. Still no explanation and refund requested.
- llyingg00700Eye-Opening Walk In Authentic HK StreetsMatteo showed me a fantastic views of HK of that I wouldn't have been able to find on my own In addition to imparting very valuable photography tips and tricks, he weaved that together with his very deep knowledge of little known pockets of the city and the fascinating stories behind each location The tour was a very enlightening experience and his passion for his craft and tales of HK is outstanding
- 346gabriellak00Delicious tour with Wing WingWe booked "A Taste of Hong Kong: Night Markets & Street Food Tour" with Wing Wing and were not disappointed. She is very kind, it was even possible to start the tour earlier. She showed and explained everything that was possible, we had an amazing time with her - and of course, we ate a lot. :) We were lucky to have her as our guide, especially as she also helped us with bargaining for some souvenirs. Thank you for the tour!
- gretat85100Walking uphill streets for 3 hoursThe guide was not well spoken, hard to understand. Also no dumplings and no drink. I bought him a beer, the HSBC building was shown as a highlight. It's was a very very sweaty experience with loads of streets walked. Too many, but the plus side I got to see the expats all drinking and having a nice dinner, after the tour I went back at 10pm and had dinner... plus side I lost weight
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hc455
Mexico City, Mexico4 contributions
Angel made our HongKong tour a memorable day! Thank you Angel for sharing your insights and accommodating the tour according to our interests.
She is very knowledgeable and gave us exciting and very interesting insight into HongKong. With her good sense of humour she was very entertaining and the
time went by so quickly.
The tour was excellent in every aspect and we highly recommend Angel!
She is very knowledgeable and gave us exciting and very interesting insight into HongKong. With her good sense of humour she was very entertaining and the
time went by so quickly.
The tour was excellent in every aspect and we highly recommend Angel!
Written 11 March 2023
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Mira
6 contributions
Dec 2019
We are so glad that we had Angel look after us for the day- she was just fantastic and a wealth of knowledge about Hong Kong. Simply the best, she was honest, thoughtful, and wise. She showed us places that we would never find if we had to organise ourselves independently during our one day stop-over. Highly recommended for quick stop over travellers such as my daughter and myself.
Written 12 January 2020
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Wuffable
Denver, CO5 contributions
Jan 2020
We spent a morning with Angel and truly loved every minute. Angel's
English was great and she took us to places we never would have seen
otherwise. We got a real taste of local life in Hong Kong. And lots of
insta worthy shots for the teenagers! Angel was engaging and
informative and managed to keep the teens interested! She provided
unique insights about Hong Kong and easily related to our teens. I
would highly recommend Angel and would definitely use her again to see
and taste more of Hong Kong.
English was great and she took us to places we never would have seen
otherwise. We got a real taste of local life in Hong Kong. And lots of
insta worthy shots for the teenagers! Angel was engaging and
informative and managed to keep the teens interested! She provided
unique insights about Hong Kong and easily related to our teens. I
would highly recommend Angel and would definitely use her again to see
and taste more of Hong Kong.
Written 7 January 2020
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Anne L
19 contributions
May 2023 • Solo
I was able to plan a 3 hr excursion to tour around Hong Kong with Matteo. He is a very informative tour guide. He did all the talking , which I like and was great for me. Make sure you wear good walking shoes. We did a lot of walking, but it was well worth it. I really wanted to get on the ferry and see the beautiful Hong Kong skyline. Although, I thought I wouldn’t be able to, he made it possible to top off the end of my tour. I would definitely recommend my friends to have him show them around. When you are able to find a tour guide in which you’re able to establish a good rapport, the more the tour will be pleasurable. He was awesome. Next time, I would like to plan an actual trip there and check out the foodie tour with him!
Written 7 May 2023
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Diego
16 contributions
The tour was 3 hours long which was perfect for me as I had limited time during a business trip. However, the cost is overpriced for what the tour includes. I think the cost should be at lease half. That said my tour guide spoke good English and was very good !!!
Written 22 March 2023
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Paulo C
Lisbon, Portugal18 contributions
Sep 2023 • Family
We could not have a better a better host. From the very first minute, we felt at home. Friendly, funny and experienced, Matteo took us right into the heart of the amazing Hong Kong, his dominated territory for decades. You will understand the city as a local, visiting the top places and the hidden spots. Thank you Matteo. Hope to meet you again soon.
Written 24 September 2023
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Joe B
Luton, UK6 contributions
Angel was our guide. She's a Hong Knog Native. She's a lady, helpful and informative, good fun and has a passion for her job and her city. The tour was well considered, not rushed or shortened. We found the interaction to be great. Angel gave us a few tips for the rest our itinerary in Hong Kong which have proved to be great. 5 stars from us, nothing less.
Written 27 April 2023
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Katie J
1 contribution
Aug 2023 • Family
We spent a lovely morning with Angel as she guided us around Hong Kong (Central). She had good knowledge of all the places she took us too. Walking past the Antique stalls & shops then through to the Man Mon Temple, refreshments in an authentic tea room & sampling pineapple bread (delicious) just to name some of the great places we went to! Thank you Angel
Written 3 September 2023
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Ladybug
10 contributions
Do not pay ahead of time. This is a very small temple. Donations are welcomed. Very small and short tour
Written 9 July 2019
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Hello! Thank you for your feedback regarding the Highlights & Hidden gems tour. We are really sorry that the experience didn't meet your expectations. We value your feedback and we want to make our guests happy. Would you please let us know more details about the tour by sending a message to info@withlocals.com, our destination management team will follow up the issue with you. Thank you and look forward to hear from you.
Written 10 July 2019
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Steve W
Auckland Central, New Zealand9 contributions
Apr 2019 • Couples
5 star review on our tripadvisor page;
It was an absolute pleasure to meet up with Adrian Paul. Being a local
he was able to take us places that the average tourist would not know
about. He was able to answer questions about the local way of life and
the economy of Hong Kong. We enjoyed eating and drinking on the way
and were shown a delightful local restaurant which was delicious. We
would thoroughly recommend Adrian as a guide and look forward to our
next one with him
It was an absolute pleasure to meet up with Adrian Paul. Being a local
he was able to take us places that the average tourist would not know
about. He was able to answer questions about the local way of life and
the economy of Hong Kong. We enjoyed eating and drinking on the way
and were shown a delightful local restaurant which was delicious. We
would thoroughly recommend Adrian as a guide and look forward to our
next one with him
Written 10 April 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
Charlotte H
1 contribution
What happens if it is going to rain the day of the tour? Will the tour be canceled?
Hi. Is this tour suitable for older people who can't walk too much? Thx a lot.
Amastaycia
Roxby Downs11 contributions
How many hours does this tour take?
Lalitya D
21 contributions
3-4 hours.