Lantau Island

Fantastic tour. Our guide and driver were locals from the Tai O Fishing Village,and were known by everyone. Their passion for the island and their ability to tell its story was enthralling . The day we were there the Giant Buddha was shrouded in cloud which made this amazing idol even more mystical. The island is covered with lush vegetation and a large population of cows abandoned by previous farmers,deer and water buffalo, they roam freely, all protected. The island is a paradise, and just across the water from Hong Kong, it's a "must do".

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

Great tour, shame it was rainy on the day but nothing could dampen the raw beauty of Lantau island. Excellent vegetarian lunch and visit to the Buddha. Loved visiting Tai O fishing village - very interesting market and gorgeous scenery. Magical ride on the gondola at the end of the tour. Highly recommended - so different from Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

After a stunning cable car ride (approx 6.5 Km) across Hong Kong harbour and two mountain peaks you arrive at Po Lin monastery and the sight of the second largest outdoor Buddha in the world, standing 34 mtr high and weighing 250 tonnes, surrounded at the base by the Buddist Temple at the mountain top . Please remember this is a religeous shrine and it begs respect and reverence for the numerous pilgrims at this holy shrine. Peace and serenity abound .

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

This tour which is run by a local tour company, Lantau Tours, was really excellent. Ryan, our guide, is a Lantau native and has a real passion for his island. The narrative was both informative and, at times hilarious, Ryan really is entertaining and knowledgable. The tour starts with a relaxing ferry trip to one end of Lantau then a bus drive to a beachside pit stop then on to one of the few remaining traditional fishing villages. This stop included a short boat ride through the village, this was particularly poingnant as we passed some of the stilt houses that had burnt down only a couple of nights before. Back on the bus and a very scenic drive over the island to the Giant Buddha. Instead of walking up to the Buddha the bus dropped the group off at the top allowing for a more leisurely walk down to the Ning Ping Monastery for lunch (Ryan even organised for the bus to wait at the top car park to drive one passenger with a baby and another two with mobility problems back down after touring the Buddha, since he considered the walk down too difficult). The vegetarian lunch was delicious and very filling. The final highlight of the tour was the cable car ride down from the Giant Buddha site to North Lantau. This was fantastic, the ride is about 5 kms long up and down over peaks and valleys with a fantastic view of the new Hong Kong airport at the end. This is a great tour, Ryan is a wonderful guide and made the trip a highlight of my Hong Kong holiday.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

Met at Hotel and taken to transfer point to meet up with local rep from Lantau, Ryan. Ryan was fabulous full of interesting facts and information about the local area aswell as Hong Kong as a whole. Highlight was the fishing village with short boat trip to view around houses on stilts (see how the 'real' people live) The Buddha is impressive and Ryan explained fully the religious significance so we could appreciate the history and impact this has on their culture. Cablecar ride rounded the day off nicely - magnificent views. The trip was well thought through and is definitely worth experiencing.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

Enjoyed the History Of the island And the visit to the giant Buddha. tor guide was great never felt rushed. would recommend your company and this to anyone. we actually booked 3 tours with your company in Hong Kong. always fantastic!

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

Booked tickets in UK a few days before travelling and from that moment all ran smoothly. Tickets were delivered to our hotel, pick-up was punctual, our guide Ben was friendly and informative, lunch was great. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole trip, especially the Giant Buddha and the amazing cable car ride.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

Perfect day, great guide, and what a spectacle Buddha was. Just breath-taking. The Monastery was wonderful, and full of atmosphere. A long day, that was full of tradition, information, and warm people. The traditional pole houses of Tai O were also interesting. Just a wonderful day. Thank you.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

An enjoyable tour and good value for money. The history of the Giant Buddha was very interesting and the meal was excellent. The highlight was the cable car ride back from the Island.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

The tour and the tour guide were absolutely the best. Hong Kong is such a diverse place and it never ceased to surprise us during our week long stay there. Lantau Island trip guaranteed that the surprise grew even stronger.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

A visitor should take this tour to see how rural undeveloped Lantau Island exists next to the major city of Hong Kong. The visit to the fisherman's village is remarkable as is the stroll through the local fisherman's market. The Buddha is HUGE and the lunch at the monastery very nice (its a large operation with hundreds of people eating). The ride back on the cable car is awesome. It goes for miles with breathtaking views of the airport and Hong Kong along the way.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

We had a great day on the tour to Lantau. Ben was a good guide. He provided lots of information and helped us enjoy the day. Tai-O fishing village was fascinating. The Big Buddha exceeded expectations and provided some great photo opportunities. The monastery was also very interesting and the vegetarian lunch included was surprisingly good. I'm not a vegetarian fan but I was surprised at the quality and variety provided. The cable car ride down provided some grat views.

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

Excellent tour through Lantau Island that allows you to see how the locals lived many years ago. Lunch at the monestary was excellent

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

All six of us greatly enjoyed our Lantau Island and Giant budda Day trip. Our tour guide,Ben terrific, all aspects of trip excellent. Will recommend to all of our friends visiting Hong Kong

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong

My daughter and I had a wonderful time with Viator visiting Lantau Island, and the Giant Buddha. A really delicious lunch was served, great guide, very informative and the opportunity to see the beautiful people of China. Thank you for making our vacation a great success. W. Barham, Houston, Texas

Doing what: Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong