Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park & Temples

  Kowloon, Lantau Island, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Tuesday, March 13, 2007

Discover Hong Kong
Recommended mode of transport - MTR
Alternative route service - KCR

Day 1: 13 Mar 2007
SIN to HK CX 701 8am ~ 11am
Check-in Majestic Hotel / Lunch 2pm

Wong Tai Sin Temple
It's just a short MTR ride to this famous temple. Once we were outside the station, hoards of sellers started touting their goods, mostly comprising of good luck windmill, flowers and joss sticks for offerings in the temple. Once inside, it was a filled with thick smokes from the burning joss sticks from each religious folks (mostly elderly), praying for wishes come true.

A Symphony of Lights is staged every night at 8:00 p.m.
Theme: The Show comprises five major themes, taking spectators on a unique journey celebrating the energy, spirit and diversity of Hong Kong:
The first scene "Awakening" begins with flashes of laser lights that give life to a nucleus of light-energy which gradually illuminates participating buildings using an array of dancing lights and rainbow colour. This scene symbolizes the genesis and powerful growth of Hong Kong.
The second scene "Energy" is represented by the display of rising colour patterns and the sweeping of the lasers and searchlights energetically across the night sky, signifying the vibrant energy of Hong Kong.
In the third scene "Heritage", traditional lucky red and gold colours are displayed across buildings on both sides of the Harbour, complemented by the introduction of music using Chinese musical instruments, symbolizing Hong Kong's colourful heritage and rich cultural traditions.
The fourth scene "Partnership" features a display of laser beams and sweeping searchlights scanning across the Harbour, representing an illuminated connection with the opposite side. Beams reach out to symbolically connect the two sides of the Harbour into one greater and unified partnership.
The finale "Celebration" brings out a powerful rhythmic display of swirling, kaleidoscopic patterns of lights and beams dancing lively across the Harbour. The exciting final scene signifies the celebration of the close partnership between the two sides of the Harbour and represents an even brighter future for Asia's world city - Hong Kong.
The best viewing locations: 1) along the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront between the Avenue of Stars and the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, 2) the promenade at Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai, or 3) from sightseeing ferries in the Victoria Harbour.

Day 2: 14 Mar 2007 Disneyland 10am ~ 6pm
MTR (28min) Fare: Adult: $18.1; Concessionary: $9.1








Giant Buddha/Po Lin Monastery 2pm
Jordan to Central MTR (7min) Fare: Adult: $7.9; Concessionary: $4
Catch ferry from Central Pier 6 (Exit E1. Walk through ifc mall) to Mui Wo, then take bus 2.
- The majestic figure of the seated Buddha is 34 metres high, was cast in China and took over 10 years to complete. Weighing 250 tonnes, it was unveiled in 1993 amid deeply religious ceremonies.
- The Po Lin Monastery is set amid spectacular mountain scenery on the 520-metre high Ngong Ping plateau.

Ngong Ping 360 10am ~ 6pm
Explore Ngong Ping Village, Tea House (FOC), 3-in-1 pkg ($115/$60)
Walking with Buddha ($35/$18),
Monkey Tale Theatre ($35/$18),
Return: One way cable car ride from Ngong Ping Skyrail to Tung Chung Town Centre MTR Stn ($58/$28)

(Didn't make it) Dinner: Lei Yue Mun Seafood Bazaar
Bus 14C from Lam Tin MTR Exit B.
MTR (44min) Fare: Adult: $20.1; Concessionary: $10.1
[Interchange Stations Sunny Bay, Lai King, Prince Edward] (or) Green minibus 24 or from Yau Tong MTR Exit A2 and get off at Sam Ka Tsuen Ferry Pier Terminus.
MTR (46min) Fare: Adult: $23.1; Concessionary: $11.6 Lam Tin to Jordan MTR (25min) Fare: Adult: $6.8; Concessionary: $3.4

Day 3: 15 Mar 2007 Ocean Park 10am ~ 6pm
MTR Jordan to Admiralty (5min) Fare: Adult: $7.9; Concessionary: $4
Adult: $185; Child: $93; Senior Citizen: FOC
Citybus Route 629 runs from Admiralty MTR stn Exit B (9am every 10min) or Central Pier Nos 7 (9.35am every 20min). Fare: Adult: $10.6; Child $5.3
* Route 315 runs on Sundays & public holidays only.
Please note some of the bus routes are temporarily suspended.


(Didn't make it) The Peak


Dinner by roadside stall


Day 4: 16 Mar 2007
Check-out Hotel / Lunch 12 noon
HK to SIN CX 702 4pm ~ 7pm