Enjoy a whole day taking in the exceptionally scenic and untouched landscape of Hong Kong’s largest island, Lantau Island. This guided excursion involving an enchanting cable car ride and a tranquil boat cruise will allow you to have an outstanding look at the region’s grandest attractions such as the Tian Tan Big Buddha Statue and Po Lin Monastery.

Soak up the spectacular natural settings endowed with immaculate beaches and verdant greenery on an approximately 20 to 25 minute cable car ride from Tung Chung Town to Ngong Ping Village. This extraordinary journey aboard a standard or crystal glass bottom also rewards you with the 360 degree views of the Hong Kong International Park, Tung Chung Bay, North Lantau Country Park, and the gleaming South China Sea.

A very short walk from the Ngong Ping Terminus will lead you to the iconic 34-meter high bronze statue of Tian Tan Buddha, built in 1993. Weighing over 250 tons, it’s one of the world’s biggest seated images of Lord Buddha. You’ll have to climb 268 steps in order to reach its summit. But this mighty ascend is without doubt worthy of all your time and effort, as the most incredible island vistas and tranquil experiences await you here. You can further explore three varied museum halls beneath the statue.

Adjacent to the Giant Buddha is the captivating Po Lin Monastery, one of Hong Kong’s most sanctified Buddhist monasteries. Literally meaning ‘Precious Lotus,’ this massive complex boasts of a rich history of over 100 years and contains about 40 structures like Avalokitesvara Hall and King Hall. In the main temple is the Great Hall with three golden statues of Lord Buddha. It’s equally striking for its decorative ceilings featuring paintings and hangings. Furthermore, you can opt to relish a delicious Buddhist lunch here (for additional charge).

The second part of your Lantau Island tour will set you out to the quaint village of Tai O. Immerse yourself in its mesmerizing old-world ambience as you wander through its charming streets and take a boat cruise along the waterfront restaurants, fishermen’s dwellings and other unique structures erected on stilts. You’ll be promptly dropped back to your hotel or location in Hong Kong as the tour comes to an end.