Victoria Peak to Big Buddha Transfer: Private Lantau Access

Skip the queues and cable cars between Hong Kong's two highest viewpoints.

A private transfer in a luxury Toyota Alphard connects Victoria Peak and the Tian Tan Big Buddha on Lantau Island, with a bilingual driver and an exclusive permit that bypasses the usual transport restrictions. You choose the direction (Peak to Buddha or Buddha to Peak), and the driver drops you steps from each landmark, handling navigation while you travel in an air-conditioned cabin with WiFi and bottled water.

The experience

How do you get from Victoria Peak to the Big Buddha without taking a cable car, a public bus and a separate vehicle? This transfer solves that problem with a single booking. A professional bilingual chauffeur picks you up at your chosen location, confirms the route in the luxury Alphard, and drives you directly across Hong Kong to either destination. The vehicle seats up to six passengers with their luggage, so families and small groups travel together without splitting up or paying multiple fares.

The real advantage is the restricted-access permit for Lantau Island. That permit lets the driver take you straight to Ngong Ping village and drop you at the footsteps of the Tian Tan Big Buddha, or approach Victoria Peak and leave you at the Peak Lookout Cafe. You skip the long walks from the cable car station, the queues for public transport, and the transfers that eat up an afternoon. The driver confirms exact meeting points before you arrive, so there's no guessing where to stand or how to get back.

The cabin includes WiFi, bottled water and a sanitised towel. The driver arrives within your agreed window, helps with boarding and assists with short walks or any support you need at either site. If you want the driver to wait while you explore, that's available at an additional cost. Round-trip bookings work the same way: confirm your return time, and the driver meets you at the agreed spot to take you back.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a luxury seven-seater Toyota Alphard.
• professional bilingual chauffeur.
• bottled water and sanitised towel.
• WiFi on board.
• air-conditioned cabin.

Options for this experience

2 options

Big Buddha to Victoria PeakGuide in English · 22 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00Private service with a driver and an air-conditioned vehicle. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. Toyota Alphard, the luxury vehicle of choice across Asia. Includes pickup.

Victoria Peak to Big BuddhaGuide in English · 17 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 17:00Private transfer from Victoria Peak directly to Footsteps of Big Buddha. Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes. Toyota Alphard minivan, the luxury vehicle of choice in Asia. Includes pickup.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day22 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 19:00

Book up to6h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by This Is Asia Private Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this if you're visiting both peaks in one day and want a private vehicle with a driver who speaks your language. The special permit lets us drive directly to the Buddha instead of dropping you at a distant station.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long does the transfer between Victoria Peak and the Big Buddha take?

The transfer itself takes around 90 minutes of driving time, depending on traffic and your exact pickup and drop-off points. The driver will confirm the route before you depart.

What is the Tian Tan Big Buddha and why do people visit it?

The Tian Tan Big Buddha is a massive bronze statue on Lantau Island, one of Hong Kong's most recognizable landmarks. Visitors come to see the statue itself, walk the surrounding temple grounds, and enjoy views across the island from the elevated site where it stands.

Can I book a one-way transfer, or do I have to do a round trip?

You can book one-way in either direction (Victoria Peak to Big Buddha or Big Buddha to Victoria Peak), or arrange a round trip with the driver waiting for you. One-way and waiting time are priced separately, so you choose what suits your day.

What makes this transfer different from taking the cable car and public buses?

The exclusive permit for Lantau Island lets the driver bypass the usual transport restrictions and take you directly to Ngong Ping village, dropping you steps from the Big Buddha. You avoid the cable car queues, the walk from the cable car station, and the need to switch between different public transport options.

Is the vehicle accessible for wheelchairs and strollers?

Yes, the Toyota Alphard is wheelchair accessible, and all areas and surfaces are accessible. Specialized infant seats are available if you're traveling with small children, and strollers can be accommodated.