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New Hiking Discovery in Hong Kong! Must-Visit Guide for the Tung Mei Ancient Trail, Explore the Hidden Gems of Lantau Island!

Dear friends! We've uncovered a hidden treasure hiking route in Hong Kong~ The Tung Mei Ancient Trail runs from Tung Chung to Mui Wo, also known as the "Hong Kong Olympic Trail." It’s full of unique features along the way, with absolutely stunning scenery, perfect for both beginners and experienced hikers! Save this guide now! 🚩 Route Highlights The starting point is right next to the Hong Kong Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, super easy to find! This ancient trail connects the village ruins of Pak Mong, Ngau Kwu Long, and others, making the walk feel like a journey through time~ The ground is even engraved with Olympic event symbols, adding a great sense of ceremony! The entire route is 10 kilometers and takes about 3 hours to complete. The trail conditions are very friendly, with anti-slip hard surfaces and stone steps, so even beginners can handle it easily~ 🌳 Scenery Along the Way The uphill sections are surrounded by lush trees of Lantau Island, with a cool and pleasant breeze; on the downhill, the blue sea view of Silvermine Bay instantly soothes your fatigue! Although the Silvermine Cave is now closed and the Silvermine Bay Waterfall has no water in April, it doesn’t affect the experience at all~ Upon reaching the endpoint at Mui Wo, a variety of delicious foods await to fill your stomach. After the meal, take a stroll on the beach, with dark clouds over Lantau Island on one side and clear skies over the beach on the other—perfect for photos! 🚌 Transportation Guide From the starting point, walk from Tung Chung MTR Station to the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge starting point; for the return trip, take bus 3M from Mui Wo Market, Public Library, or Sports Centre, and enjoy the scenery of Lantau Island along the way~ On weekends, gather your friends and come explore this amazing hiking route together!
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Posted: Jun 30, 2025
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