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Lantau Island & Po Lin Monastery
Lantau Island & Po Lin Monastery
Lantau Island & Po Lin Monastery

Lantau Island & Po Lin Monastery

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Location Hong Kong HKG-110
Location Hong Kong HKG-110
Location Hong Kong HKG-110
Location Hong Kong HKG-110
Duration time 7 hours

Moderate Activity

Includes meal

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Embark on an exotic, full-day, moderately active tour that begins at your pier. Board an air-conditioned motorcoach and set off for a 90-minute scenic drive through Lantau Island. En route, a friendly and knowledgeable guide will provide you with commentary and information about the island's history, sights and culture.

Drive west across the Tsing Ma Bridge to Lantau Island, the largest outlying island of Hong Kong. Twice the size of Hong Kong Island with a mere fraction of its population (some 25,000 souls live there) much of the island is designated parkland.

Drive through the Tung Chung New Town, situated on the north-western coast of Lantau Island. Meaning "eastern stream" this area was once a major defense stronghold against pirates and foreign military during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Today it is a rapidly developing region and home to a new airport.

Enjoy a stop at Cheung Sha Beach, one of the longest beaches in Hong Kong, This pristine beach stretches for some two miles along the coast and features calm, glistening waters perfect for wind surfing.

Journey to Tai O, a traditional fishing village where life is much as it was over a century ago. Take a 30-minute walking tour of this charming village known as "Hong Kong's Little Venice". Take in the lovely sights which include colorful fishing boats, stilt houses, canals and racks filled with drying fish.

Tour the beautiful Po Lin Monastery, a Buddhist retreat in Lantau's western hills. The island's most popular attraction features the largest seated, outdoor bronze Buddha in the world. Enjoy the tranquil beauty of your surroundings as you indulge in a complimentary Chinese vegetarian lunch with tea prepared at the monastery's refectory. Following your satisfying meal, choose to walk down the 268 steps to rejoin your motorcoach or ride down with the bus.

Visit the nearby Ngong Ping Village, a cultural themed village designed to reflect the spiritual integrity of the area. View multimedia attractions including "Motion 360" a Mind Blowing, a multi-sensory experiences for your debut (on optional visit basis). Take time to browse village shops for souvenirs prior to your scenic drive back to your ship.

Take time to browse the village shops for souvenirs prior to boarding your motorcoach for your scenic drive back to your ship.

Points of interest

Lantau Island & Po Lin Monastery

Schedule

Special Notes

The drive between Kowloon and Lantau Island is approximately 90 minutes each way.

Wear comfortable, low-heeled walking shoes.

This tour is only available on voyages with full-day calls in Hong Kong.

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Location Hong Kong HKG-110
Location Hong Kong HKG-110
Duration time 7 hours

Moderate Activity

Includes meal

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Embark on an exotic, full-day, moderately active tour that begins at your pier. Board an air-conditioned motorcoach and set off for a 90-minute scenic drive through Lantau Island. En route, a friendly and knowledgeable guide will provide you with commentary and information about the island's history, sights and culture.

Drive west across the Tsing Ma Bridge to Lantau Island, the largest outlying island of Hong Kong. Twice the size of Hong Kong Island with a mere fraction of its population (some 25,000 souls live there) much of the island is designated parkland.

Drive through the Tung Chung New Town, situated on the north-western coast of Lantau Island. Meaning "eastern stream" this area was once a major defense stronghold against pirates and foreign military during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Today it is a rapidly developing region and home to a new airport.

Enjoy a stop at Cheung Sha Beach, one of the longest beaches in Hong Kong, This pristine beach stretches for some two miles along the coast and features calm, glistening waters perfect for wind surfing.

Journey to Tai O, a traditional fishing village where life is much as it was over a century ago. Take a 30-minute walking tour of this charming village known as "Hong Kong's Little Venice". Take in the lovely sights which include colorful fishing boats, stilt houses, canals and racks filled with drying fish.

Tour the beautiful Po Lin Monastery, a Buddhist retreat in Lantau's western hills. The island's most popular attraction features the largest seated, outdoor bronze Buddha in the world. Enjoy the tranquil beauty of your surroundings as you indulge in a complimentary Chinese vegetarian lunch with tea prepared at the monastery's refectory. Following your satisfying meal, choose to walk down the 268 steps to rejoin your motorcoach or ride down with the bus.

Visit the nearby Ngong Ping Village, a cultural themed village designed to reflect the spiritual integrity of the area. View multimedia attractions including "Motion 360" a Mind Blowing, a multi-sensory experiences for your debut (on optional visit basis). Take time to browse village shops for souvenirs prior to your scenic drive back to your ship.

Take time to browse the village shops for souvenirs prior to boarding your motorcoach for your scenic drive back to your ship.

Points of interest

Lantau Island & Po Lin Monastery

Schedule

Special Notes

The drive between Kowloon and Lantau Island is approximately 90 minutes each way.

Wear comfortable, low-heeled walking shoes.

This tour is only available on voyages with full-day calls in Hong Kong.