• Lanzhou Private Day Tour to Liujia Gorge and Binglingsi Grottoes

    Lanzhou Private Day Tour to Liujia Gorge and Binglingsi Grottoes

    Join this private day tour from Lanzhou to visit Liujia Gorge and Binglingsi Grottoes. Enjoy amazing view of the Liujia Gorge, Yellow river and surrounding mountains. Take the boat cruise to discover the UNESCO site of Bingling Temple, stroll around the grottoes with your tour guide, get to know its history ,value and meaning. This…

  • 3-Day Private Tour from Shanghai by Air:Guilin, Longji Rice Terrace and Yangshuo

    3-Day Private Tour from Shanghai by Air:Guilin, Longji Rice Terrace and Yangshuo

    Spend 3-day to discover the highlights of Guilin for a private and customizable sightseeing tour from Shanghai by Plane. Tour is tailored to your needs and allows you to tick off Guilin attractions, such as Elephant Trunk Hill, Reed Flute Cave, Fubo Hill, Seven Star Parks. 4 Star Cruise down the Li River to Yangshuo…

  • Xi’an Private Full-Day Tour with Terracotta Warriors

    Xi’an Private Full-Day Tour with Terracotta Warriors

    If you travel in other big cities in China yet want to experience the amazing history of Xi’an, this private day tour to Xi’an Terracotta Warriors and City Wall would be a perfect choice for you! You will visit the famous Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, the ancient and well-preserved City Wall, and Small Wild…

  • All Inclusive Private 2-Day Tour of Xi’an Highlights from Shenzhen with Hotel

    All Inclusive Private 2-Day Tour of Xi’an Highlights from Shenzhen with Hotel

    Explore highlights of stunning Xi’an in just two days on this trip from Shenzhen by plane. You’ll fly to Xi’an and be greeted by a professional guide who will help you design the perfect itinerary for 2 days, see Xi’an highlights from Terracotta Warriors to City Wall to temples and markets. Travel at your own…

  • Lantau Island: Biking Tour in Mui Wo with lunch

    Lantau Island: Biking Tour in Mui Wo with lunch

    Take a leisurely ferry ride to Lantau and then with our experienced guide travel by bike to explore the lesser known side of Lantau Island. Located on the southeast of Lantau Island, lies the town of Mui Wo. Discover the many cultural heritage sites and popular attractions in and around Mui Wo.

  • Private 2-Day Pingyao+Wang Family Compound+Shuanglin Temple Tour

    Private 2-Day Pingyao+Wang Family Compound+Shuanglin Temple Tour

    If you would like to enjoy the gentle tour between Beijing and Xi’an, and visit the anicent town from ancient China, Pingyao is the best choice. Which is just located between Beijing and Xi’an, and also have a fast train from Beijing to Pingyao(4 hours), and from Pingyao to Xi’an(3 hours), so it is good…

  • 12-Day Silk Road Tours from Xi’an

    12-Day Silk Road Tours from Xi’an

    Visit highlights of silk road including the Xi’an,Dunhuang,Turpan,Urumqi,and Kashgar with this 12 days private tour from Xi’an.You will be picked up from Xi’an hotel/airport/train station and dropped off at Kashgar.

  • 2-Day Classic Xi’an Tour Combo Package: Terracotta Warriors and Downtown Sightseeing

    2-Day Classic Xi’an Tour Combo Package: Terracotta Warriors and Downtown Sightseeing

    This 2-day Xi’an tour covers the most popular attractions of Xian. You will be accompanied by an experienced local guide who will show you the Terracotta Warriors Army and Horses Museum, the unique Chinese styled Great Mosque, the largest and best preserved defense system, Xian Ancient City Wall, the Bell and Drum Tower square, and Big Wild Goose Pagoda.…

  • 8-Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Zhangye with Accommodation

    8-Day Silk Road Trip of Dunhuang, Jiayuguan, Zhangye with Accommodation

    This private tour will show you the highlight of the Hexi Corridor of Gansu province.You will visit the famous Mogao Grottoes, Singing Sand Dunes & Crescent Moon Spring, camel riding in the desert. Great Wall of Han Dynasty etc in Dunhuang.Jiayuguan is the western end of the Great Wall of Ming Dynasty.Zhangye Danxia Landform, the…

  • 6-Day Dunhuang Jiayuguan and Zhangye Private Sightseeing Tour

    6-Day Dunhuang Jiayuguan and Zhangye Private Sightseeing Tour

    Visit highlights of Silk road including the Dunhuang,Jiayuguan and Zhangye with this 6 days private tour from Dunhuang.You will be picked up from Dunhuang hotel/airport/train station and dropped off at Zhangye.

  • 8-Day Private Tour to Shanghai,Chengdu,Xi’an and Beijing

    8-Day Private Tour to Shanghai,Chengdu,Xi’an and Beijing

    Visit highlights of China including the Shanghai,Chengdu,Xi’an and Beijing with this private 8 days tour from Shanghai.You will be picked up from Your Shanghai hotel and dropped off at Beijing.

  • 11-Day Private Tour to Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing

    11-Day Private Tour to Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing

    Visit highlights of China including the Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing with this private 11 days tour from Chengdu.You will be picked up from Your Chengdu hotel and dropped off at Beijing.

  • 3-Day Private Tour of Incredible Beijing Highlights

    3-Day Private Tour of Incredible Beijing Highlights

    Hit the incredible highlights of Beijing without the hassles of planning on this 3-Day door-to-door private tour. Check off Five of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Great Wall of China, Summer Palace, the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven and Ming Tombs for a more. Stroll through historic Hutong alleys. Upgrade for a comprehensive package with private driver with…

  • 8-Day Guiyang Private Guided Tour from Zhangjiajie with Lunch

    8-Day Guiyang Private Guided Tour from Zhangjiajie with Lunch

    Visit highlights of Southern China from Zhangjiajie to Guizhou with this private 8 days tour. You will be picked up from Zhangjiajie hotel and dropped off at Guiyang.

  • Private tour Lantau Island – Big buddha and Tai O Village

    Private tour Lantau Island – Big buddha and Tai O Village

    Whether a first timer or a returning traveller to Hong Kong, this 7-hour interactive private tour provides fascinating insights on the territory’s geography, history and geopolitics. Lantau is not only one of the most protected and under populated area of Hong Kong, it is also the biggest island of the Special Administrative Region. This private tour will…

  • Full-Day Private Tour to Chengdu Giant Panda Base and Leshan

    Full-Day Private Tour to Chengdu Giant Panda Base and Leshan

    Combine a trip to the Chengdu Giant Panda Base with a visit to the Leshan Giant Buddha on this full-day private tour from Chengdu. With a private guide, travel via high-speed rail and private transfer. Entrance fees and lunch are included. Full-day trip combines Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha Private tour for just…

  • Shi Du Canyon Private Tour

    Shi Du Canyon Private Tour

    “Shidu” (Ten Ferry) scenic spot is the most typical canyon full of karst, ridges and peaks and is the closest to the capital city, unique in the northern part, and the biggest in Huabei region.See the marvelous natural stones with different shapes;Enjoy the beautiful mountain view and waterfall

  • 10-Day Private Tour from Beijing to Tibet and Mount Everest Base Camp

    10-Day Private Tour from Beijing to Tibet and Mount Everest Base Camp

    Visit highlights of China including the Beijing and Tibet with this private 10 days tour from Beijing.You will be picked up from Your Beijing hotel and dropped off at Lhasa airport/train station.

  • Shanghai Half Day Morning or Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

    Shanghai Half Day Morning or Afternoon Sightseeing Tour

    Got only half a day to explore Shanghai? Discover the ‘must-see’ sights such as Jade Buddha Temple, Fresh Water Pearl Gallery and Shanghai Museum on the morning tour or The Bund, Yuyuan Garden, Shanghai Old Street, a silk mill and Shanghai’s entertainment district on the afternoon tour. A guided sightseeing tour of Shanghai is a…

  • 14-Day Private Tour to Shanghai,Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing

    14-Day Private Tour to Shanghai,Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing

    Visit highlights of China including the Shanghai,Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi’an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing with this private 13 days tour from Shanghai.You will be picked up from Your Shanghai hotel and dropped off at Beijing.

  • All Inclusive Private 2-Day Tour of Xi’an Highlights from Chongqing with Hotel

    All Inclusive Private 2-Day Tour of Xi’an Highlights from Chongqing with Hotel

    Explore highlights of stunning Xi’an in just two days on this trip from Chongqing by plane. You’ll fly to Xi’an and be greeted by a professional guide who will help you design the perfect itinerary for 2 days, see Xi’an highlights from Terracotta Warriors to City Wall to temples and markets. Travel at your own…

  • Xiqiao Mountain and countryside village private tour

    Xiqiao Mountain and countryside village private tour

    This day trip(with hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Guangzhou) will let you explore the west outskirt of Guangzhou, immerse in the beautiful landscape in the countryside and escape the bustle city. Based on your interest, you can choose 2 places of interest to visit for this tour from the 4 options below:1)…

  • 6-Day Private China Highlights Tour from Shanghai: Beijing, Xi’an and Guilin

    6-Day Private China Highlights Tour from Shanghai: Beijing, Xi’an and Guilin

    Travel through China for six days of sightseeing around Beijing, Xi’an and Guilin from Shanghai. You’ll travel by private air-conditioned car and plane. At each destination, a local guide meets you and takes you around the top sights. Discover the culture and history of China as you see famous sites such as: Terra-cotta Army, the…

  • Private 5-Hour Driving Tour of Lantau from Hong Kong

    Private 5-Hour Driving Tour of Lantau from Hong Kong

    Enjoy exploring Lantau island on this private 5-hour customized tour that introduces you to the nature and tranquility just outside of Hong Kong. With skip-the-line access you can see the famous Big Buddha, the 500 year old Tai O fishing village known as the Venice of Hong Kong. All being transported by a luxury 7…

  • 2 Days Xian Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train

    2 Days Xian Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train

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Big Buddha is a popular day trip destination from Hong Kong, and most Lantau Island tours include a visit to the iconic statue. Explore the adjacent Po Lin Monastery and its Grand Hall of Ten Thousand Buddhas, ride the skyrail cable car from Ngong Ping Village for picturesque views of the giant statue, and perhaps visit nearby attractions such as Tai O fishing village, famous for its stilted houses. For a personalized experience, opt for a private or small-group tour.

Things to Know Before You Go

  • Big Buddha is a must-see for first-time visitors to Hong Kong.
  • Don’t forget to bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat.
  • Day trips to Lantau Island from Hong Kong typically last about eight hours.
  • Big Buddha and the cable car ride from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping are both wheelchair accessible.

How to Get There

Big Buddha is located on Lantau Island, roughly one hour by road from Hong Kong. To get to the statue via public transportation, take the Mass Transit Railway (MTR) from Hong Kong to Tung Chung MTR Station. From there, hop on a bus or the scenic cable car railway to Ngong Ping Village.

When to Get There

The statue is open daily and is busiest on Saturdays and Sundays, when many locals and mainland tourists come to visit. Arrive early to avoid crowds and check the weather in advance, as views from the statue’s base are best on a clear day.

Design of the Big Buddha Statue

It took 12 years to plan and build the Big Buddha statue, partly due to the 32 symbolic markers (laksanas) that were incorporated into the piece from Buddhist scriptures (sutras). Each element is symbolic—from the pearls on Buddha’s head that represent his wisdom to the wheel of law etched on each palm, referencing the Buddha’s eternal truth that spreads out in all 10 directions of the universe.