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Average cycling time: 2.5 hours | Distance: About 22 km | Difficulty: Easy
Offering a traffic-free bike path, Sha Tin is a great starting point for family rides. You can start off near Shing Mun River, ride along the scenic coastline of Tolo Harbour, then head for Tai Mei Tuk for a view of the beautiful lake.
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Stop 1: Shing Mun River
Exciting dragon boat races are held on the Shing Mun River
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Stop 2: Hong Kong Science Park
The Hong Kong Science Park has a collection of impressive state-of-the-art architecture. The park’s Charles K. Kao Auditorium in the shape of a golden egg is an Instagram-worthy landmark. You can make a quick stop here and grab some refreshments by the lake, or eat in the restaurant in the Science Park.
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Stop 3: Pak Shek Kok Promenade & Tai Po Waterfront Park
On the bike path from Sha Tin to Ma Liu Shui, you can take a break from riding on the Pak Shek Kok Promenade, which is a 2 km pedestrian-only pavement. You can also take in the mountain vista of Ma On Shan and Pat Sin Leng from the promenade. Once you’ve arrived at Tai Po Waterfront Park
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Stop 4: Tai Mei Tuk
Enjoy a view of the beautiful lake near the main dam of Plover Cove Reservoir at Tai Mei Tuk
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To the starting point:
Getting to the Shing Mun River from Tai Wai: there are bike rental shops right outside Exit A of MTR Tai Wai Station. Grab a bike and ride along the cycling tracks towards the Shing Mun River.
Getting to the New Town Plaza from Sha Tin: from Exit A MTR Sha Tin Station, walk to the Shing Mun River via New Town Plaza and Sha Tin Park. Rent a bike at the bike kiosk in the park.
From the end point:
- You may end your journey at Tai Mei Tuk or ride back to Sha Tin or Tai Wai.
- If you leave from Tai Mei Tuk, take bus 75K or 275R (Sundays and public holidays), or minibus 20C to MTR Tai Po Market Station.
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