Lantau Island Day Trip Big Buddha & Tai O Includes Cable Car
Overview
Available languages
5 hours
Mobile ticket
Join a Lantau Tour to learn how the Tian Tan Buddha evolved from spiritual symbol to major tourist attraction. Visit an unknown Local temple untouched by mass tourism. Step inside an authentic stilt house and meet resident fishermen. Wrap up with Lantau's dramatic contrasts - from traditional villages to modern developments.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ngong Ping 360
Take NP360 Cable car to Big Buddha - Stretching 5.7 km, this cable car provides panoramic views of Lantau Island, the South China Sea, Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong ZhuHai Macao Bridge and the Tian Tan Buddha.
Ngong Ping Nature Centre
The development of Lantau Island is a consequence of the new airport development in 1998. After the completion of cable car in 2006, Lantau transported from an "Outlying Island" to a tourist attraction with a Big Buddha.
What‘s Included
Transportation to Kwun Yum Temple and Tai O Fishing Village (Only for five-hour tour option)
Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car (Return for 2-hour tour option, Single for 5-hour tour option)
A basic lunch is provided at Po Lin Monastery (Only for five-hour tour option)
Tour finishes at Tai O fishing village - Participants are responsible for taking public transportation back to the city
Options
Big Buddha & Po Lin excl Tai O
Duration: 2 hours
Big Buddha, Po Lin & Tai O
Stilt House Visit
Duration: 5 hours
Basic lunch included
Cable Car (Standard)
Reviews
33 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We learned a lot today with Stephen
Alfred C,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Stephen was knowledgeable and entertaining. Sandra said it best when she said "we learned a lot today!" He even carried my bags when I was struggling with the 268 steps to the Big Buddah. Stephen was great!
Wing Man your best being Man for the trip
chienanw,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wing Man was wonderful, presented knowledgeably & clearly, cheerful, well spoken, made sure each person accounted for all day & clear instruction to get back safely
Amazing Tour and guide
Regina D,,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a wonderful experience that encompassed so much of Hong Kong in one tour. Our guide Simeone was so wonderful and passing out Hong Kong history, she really loves what she does and it made our experience even more special. You must do this tour if you are visiting Hong Kong, it will not disappoint. The food for lunch was great and you need to be prepared for the stairs to Buddha and also the monastery because there are a lot but very do able.
Plan to be patient...
Matthew P,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Plan to be patient because it gets crowded. Allow time and be prepared for the steps. Go early and have fun
Misleading tour title
Olivier D,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00The title of this trip is misleading. I thought that I booked a visit of the Big Buddha and Tai O but upon arrival I was told that Tai O was not included although it was confirmed on the Viator email and via WhatsApp from Hong Kong Free Tours. The Buddha visit and Po Lin monastery tour were nice as our guide, Isaac, but we had to arrange a Tai O visit ourselves the next day. Frustrating and unnecessary loss of time!
Excellent
846staciel,,Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wind was excellent and very patient, we had a very diverse group, both in age and language. She was personable and answered all of our questions. I would recommend her to anyone doing a tour in Hong Kong.
10/10, highly recommended!!!
alebI5082FE,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our experience with Stephen was FANTASTIC. Could not have been better. The tour was very interesting and we saw amazing places, notably the Big Buddah and the beautiful Tai O Village. Stephen was very knowleable and kind and we are grateful for this wonderful time together. Really 10/10, not to be missed!!!
Great guide, inexpensive, on time
Kafo93,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour. Don’t pay for the cable car ticket when for around the same price you could skip the line, see the big Buddha, and get a good guide. All fees were included and he was exactly on time for the 2 hour portion (the shorter option) - great because we needed to catch a flight after.
Wind was great guide!
The Hergenburger,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wind was a fantastic tour guide! She studied Buddhism in university and gave amazing history and cultural insight throughout the tour! She even took us to a much smaller secluded temple in the mountains where we could get a more authentic and less touristy experience. That was my favorite part of my whole trip to Hong Kong! - (This review was written by a professional tour guide in U.S. can confirm this guide and company really know what they are doing)
Great job
DIVYA B,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Well worth it and a must see when visiting Hong Kong. Informative and even the simple vegetarian meal at the temple was excellent.
From HK$370.00
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