3. Ride old-school transport

While most Hongkongers and Singaporeans whizz about town on efficient subway systems, Hong Kong has retained its traditional modes of transport. Hop on the ‘ding ding’ – the double-decker trams have been operating along the length of Hong Kong Island for more than a century, offering a slice of history alongside a leisurely tour of the city. For a more thrill-inducing ride, board the Peak Tram – this funicular railway, built in 1888, heaves passengers almost vertically up the mountainside to Victoria Peak. The iconic Star Ferry has been puttering across Victoria Harbour since the 1880s, and the eight-minute journey is a genuine must among things to do in Hong Kong. Elsewhere on the harbour, you might spot the red sails of the Dukling – the last authentic Chinese junk to ply the waters around Hong Kong, which now offers daily sightseeing tours.