Hong Kong in 48 hours for your weekend getaways

This article first appeared on Skyscanner’s Hong Kong in 48 hours for your weekend getaways

Whether you know Hong Kong better than your own hood back home, or you're walking into new territories, the city of Hong Kong (like Singapore) is incredibly easy to navigate.

Food and shopping destinations are everywhere, and so are the usual touristy spots, so Skyscanner has come up with an activity-filled two-day itinerary of things to do in Hong Kong. Book a cheap flight to Hong Kong, and pack your comfiest walking shoes!

Day 1

8am: Grab a green juice (or smoothie) and start the day with a hike

Unlike Singapore, Hong Kong has heaps of hiking gems. Sure, we all love the rooftop bars and secret dim sum spots but trust us, a hike in the morning will do you a lot of good.

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Try the Dragon's Back Ridge, the Hong Kong Trail. This hike is popular and great for beginners, or for times when you don't want to completely tire yourself out for the day.

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It's accessible and incredibly scenic, taking you from the stars in the Cape Collinson Cemetary through to a one to two-hour hike along a ridge overlooking Hong Kong Island. You'll get killer photos for Instagram on this trip!

Address: Shek O, Hong Kong

How to get to Dragon's Back: To the starting point: From MTR Shau Kei Wan Station Exit A3, take bus 9 at Shau Kei Wan Bus Terminus to To Tei Wan, Shek O Road.

11am: Brunch time

We hope you've had time to head back to your hotel and have a quick shower because your day is going to be quite an adventure. We suggest trying Duddell's, a too-chic-for-words restaurant run by the JIA Group.

Their restaurant is stylish without trying too hard, and the food will have you dreaming about it for days. For their weekend brunches, Michelin-starred Chef Sui Hin Chi dishes up all-you-can-eat top-notch dim sum, including Roasted Duck Dumpling with Preserved Vegetables, Crispy Pork Ribs in Sweet and Sour Sauce, and Drunken Chicken Wing.

You can check out the menu here. The best part? You can have your dim sum with free-flowing Perrier Jouet!

Address: Level 3, Shanghai Tang Mansion 1 Duddell Street, Central Hong Kong

Website: Duddell's

How to get there: Take the MTR to Central Station (Island Line). Restaurant is located on 1 Duddell Street, a 5 mins walk from Central station.

1.30pm: Time to chill out and spa

After all that feasting, maybe it's good for some downtime during your food coma. Head to The Ritz Carlton Spa by ESPA for a pampering treat for your senses. Try their Honey and Milk Urban Spa Body Treatment.

Address: International Commerce Centre(ICC), 1 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Contact details: (852) 2263 2040 (telephone number) / spareception.hk@ritzcarlton.com

How to get there: Take Hong Kong MTR to Kowloon station (Tung Chung line), Location is 2 minutes away from station.

4pm: Take a Duk Ling ride

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Owned and operated by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Duk Ling is an authentic Chinese Junk restored to its original design. Take an hour's trip around the harbour for just HKD100. Tip: Ensure you have your passport on hand when you book your trip at the HKTB visitor centre in Tsim Sha Tsui.

How to take the Duk Ling Visit the Hong Kong Tourism Board in TST (next to the Star Ferry Terminal) to purchase your tickets at a tourists rate. A reminder: bring your passport with you when purchasing.

Contact details: (852) 3759 7070 (telephone number) / info@dukling.com.hk

Departure locations and times:

Kowloon Public Piers(Next to the Star Ferry Pier) Departs on Thursday at 2pm/4pm or Saturday at 10am/12pm

Central Pier No.9 on Hong Kong Island Departs on Thursday at 3pm/5pm or Saturday at 11am and 1pm

5.30pm: Get an egg tart (or seven)

You can't leave Hong Kong without devouring egg tarts, so head to Honolulu Coffee Shop, a diner-like eatery that dishes up perfect little slices of heaven. These egg tarts are light on the outside, and warm and wobbly on the inside - exactly the way they should be. Mmmm...

Address: 176-178 Hennessy Rd., Wan Chai

Contact Details: +852 2575 1823 (Phone number)

How to get there:Take the MTR to Hung Hom Station (West Rail Line/ East Rail line), alight the MTR and take bus 111 from Hong Kong Macau Ferry Bus Terminus. Buses will stop just beside the shop.

8pm: Dine in decadence

If you're looking for an indulgent night out with wall-to-wall champagne fridges, look no further than at Le Dôme de Cristal on the third floor of the Galleria on Queen's Road Central. If you're a wine or champagne buff, you're going to love this gorgeous haven.

Address: 3rd Floor, The Galleria, 9 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong

Contact Details: +852 2116 4688 (Phone number)

How to get there:Take the MTR to Central Station(Island Line), the restaurant is in The Galleria, a 5 mins walk from Central station.

11pm: Taste for a tipple

When you're looking for a tipple or three, the Honi Honi Tiki Cocktail Lounge will rub you the right way. We love that the co-owner, Max Traverse, whips up addictive cocktails using Asian fruits and market produce!

Address: 52 Wellington Street, Hong Kong

Contact Details: +852 2353 0885 (Phone number)

How to get there:Take the MTR to Central Station(Island Line), the restaurant is on the 3rd floor of Somptueux Central, a 5 mins walk from Central Station.

Day 2

10am: Dim sum in a hole-in-the-wall

We hope you got to sleep in after the day yesterday! Start your morning with authentic dim sum for breakfast at Dim Sum Square (88 Jervois St., Sheung Wan). Its plump, juicy Har Gow is made-to-order and probably one of the best you'll ever devour.

Address: 88 Jervois St., Sheung Wan

Contact Details: +852 2851 8088 (Phone number)

How to get there:Take the MTR to Sheung Wan Station(Island Line), the restaurant is a 5 mins walk from Sheung Wan Station.

12pm: Check out a piece of history

Located in the new territories, you can find walled villages that resemble fortresses. These are settlements dated centuries ago, built by the Hakka or Punti immigrants. An area called Kam Tin is one of the best areas to visit for these settlements, and you can easily get to it via the MTR.

The most famous amongst the settlements is the Kat Hing Wai, built by the Punti people. They are the first settlers of Hong Kong and still reside there to this day. You can also check out the Sam Tung Uk Museum, another walled village which has been declared a historical monument. It has been completely restored and you can find visiting details here.

Address: Kam Tin, Yuen Long, New Territories

How to get there: Take the MTR to Kam Sheung Road(Island Line), walk towards Kam Po Road and then turn to Kam Sheung Road. The walk takes around 20 minutes.

3pm: Get some pork in your belly

Time to add some char siew in your system before you leave for the airport. If you want something more high end, head to Fu Sing. You'll cry at the perfect marbling. It's that good.

Address: 1/F, Sunshine Plaza, 353 Lockhart Rd., Wan Chai

Contact Details: +852 2893 0881 (Phone number)

How to get there:Take the MTR to Wan Chai Station(Island Line), the restaurant is a 4 mins walk from Wan Chai Station.

4.30pm: Squeeze in a spot of shopping

If you're looking for vintage furniture, try General Store. You'll love the American and European mid-century industrial antiques.

Address: 41 Gage Street, Shop H, New Central Mansion, Central, Hong Kong

Contact Details: +852 2851 8144 (Phone number)

How to get there:Take the MTR to Central Station(Tseun Wan Line), the shop is a 10 mins walk from Central Station.