Cheung Chau

Cheung Chau is famous for several reasons: dried fish, Olympic gold-medallist Lee Lai-san and its authentic fishing village atmosphere, thanks to its no-car policy. The island is named after notorious 19th-century pirate Cheung Po-tsai, said to have buried treasure in a cave on the island which you can visit (not for the claustrophobic). The trail is signposted from the ferry terminal, and follows the coastline, taking about two hours to circumnavigate the island. Highlights include the Reclining Rock at the tip of the island, Hung Shing Temple dating to 1813, the pirate cave and Tin Hau Temple. After a long day of trekking, treat yourself to some fresh seafood in one of the many seafront restaurants.