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 & Tai O
Stilt House Visit
Duration: 5 hours
Basic lunch included
Cable Car (Standard)
Big Buddha & Po Lin excl Tai O
Duration: 2 hours
Reviews
44 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour, knowledgeable guide
TERESA F,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour. Stephen, our guide, was very knowledgeable and great at explaining what we were seeing. The pace of the tour was appropiate but be warned that there are A LOT of steps to climb to see the Buddha. My favorite part was lunch at the monastery. It was delicious!
Great Lantau Island Highlights Tour
David S,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing day tour to see the sights of Lantau, our tour guide Alice was brilliant, knowledgeable and very thoughtful. Would highly recommend to ensure you have a jam-packed tour organised by an expert to see: the cable car, Big Buddha / Tian Tan Buddha, Kwun Yam Temple, Tai O Fishing Village and boat tour whilst getting proper insights into all you see.
Wonderful experience of religious and old HK!
travelgenieAC,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a wonderful day our family had with Isaac as our tour guide for the Lantau Island day trip with Big Buddha and Tai O. He was full of knowledge and humour. It was a good mix of religious experiences and a step back in time to old HK. Highly recommended!
Great way to learn the history
umdrenee,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with Wing Man (that's what she told us to call her). She was funny, informative, and kept the tour on track.
Great Tour
Luiza L,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing guide! I had a wonderful experience with her. She was very attentive and helpful with understanding the history of the Big Buddha.
I was told I didn't need...
Julie T,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I was told I didn't need a tour to navigate and tour Lantau Island. But, I am so glad we did sign up for this tour. Michael was insightful and it was so wonderful to learn from someone local who knows the area well. He provided background and history which gave the sights we were visiting have depth and perspective. It was also wonderful not having to navigate transportation and buying tickets on our own and just spending the time there to enjoy the sights. There was also no pushing to buy anything from any vendors or places we visited. Just a good tour to visit the area and understand the people who live there.
Two thumbs up for unique experiences
Cindy A,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great tour with Michael. Good insight on the history of the Tian Tan Big Buddha and the nearby temple. Plenty of time to wander around the area and climb to the top (a strenuous but do-able climb if you take it slow). Simple but delicious vegetarian lunch (tofu, vegetables, and rice). Really cool visit to a gorgeous remote temple on the side of a mountain. Michael explained how Buddhists pray and gave us time to meditate at the top of the pagoda (up about four flights of narrow stairs). Visit to the fishing village and a stilt house was a highlight. Taxi ride to the temple and bus ride back to the MRT can be a bit harrowing on the narrow winding roads. Bring cash ($45 HKD when we ride) for the express bus to save some time. Highly recommended and will book again when I bring visitors to HK.
A different side of Hong Kong, away from the hustle and bustle of the city
Philip1120,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Having read a few reviews of this short day tour before booking, I had toyed with the idea of doing it alone. However, while that might have been possible I am so pleased I joined this tour. Our very charming young guide Wind was well organised and provided a valuable insight into the stops along the way, capitalising on her deep understanding and knowledge of Buddhism, local history and culture. I have visited many different Buddhist temples and statues over the years but Wind explained a lot of the key symbolism associated with Buddhism that I had never previously understood. I enjoyed the vegetarian lunch at the monastery and our time in Tai O fishing village, learning about the locals’ way of life. While we didn’t see any pink dolphins, I had not really expected to, so that was not particularly disappointing. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the tour. It was lovely getting to know a local a little bit (our guide, Wind) and meeting other interesting members in the group. Although reasonably fast-paced, the tour did not feel rushed and Wind looked after everyone well, providing clear, helpful advice and instructions at all times.
Great sight budget friendly and excellent Guide
Bosco F,,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great trip just a advise keep extra time on had especially when transit so that you don’t get rushed
An amazing half day tour with great sights and learning!
291atharvak,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00During my recent solo trip to Hong Kong, I had registered for the 2 hour version of the Lantau Island trip which covered the cable car ride, the Big Buddha and the Po Lin Monastery. The guide Alice was very friendly, knowledgeable & engaging and provided great information on the history and significance of the places starting from the cable car ride to the Po Lin Monastery. She also provided clear instructions and made sure that everyone was accounted for. The group was quite small and included 2 families who were quite friendly and warm as well. Overall, it was a great experience! Thank you Alice and Hong Kong Free Tours!
From HK$370.00
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