What’s the difference between Standard, Crystal and Crystal+ cabins?

Standard has a solid floor, Crystal features a glass bottom, and Crystal+ has transparent floor and walls with a 10-passenger capacity and panoramic visibility.

Are Ngong Ping 360 tickets round-trip?

Yes. Most tickets are sold as same-day round-trips between Tung Chung and Ngong Ping. Plan your visit so you return before the last boarding time.

Is skip-the-line included with all tickets?

No. Standard and cabin tickets use regular boarding queues. Some guided Lantau tour options include priority cable car boarding.

Is the 360 Tai O Pass worth booking?

If you want to visit Tai O without arranging separate transport, the pass bundles cable car, New Lantao Bus, boat excursion and snack benefits in one booking.

Can I combine Ngong Ping 360 with the Peak Tram?

Yes. Combo tickets include the Ngong Ping cable car plus a one-way Peak Tram ride and Sky Terrace 428 access for the same day.

What happens if the cable car stops due to the weather?

Operations may pause during severe weather. In some cases, shuttle buses are arranged. Refunds or changes depend on the ticket provider’s terms.

What happens if the Tai O boat ride is unavailable?

If the Tai O boat excursion is suspended, the voucher is converted to a HKD 20 credit redeemable at designated Ngong Ping souvenir shops.

Can I change or cancel my ticket?

Policies depend on your booking channel. NP360 packages treat late redemption as a no-show. Many OTA tickets allow cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

Do children need separate tickets?

Child tickets are priced by age or height bands under the current fare table. Very young children may travel free with an adult, subject to official policy.

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Ngong Ping Cable Car Tickets

Tip: Keep your cameras ready for photograph opportunities on this 25-min ride.
Children under the age of 12 years must be accompanied by a guest aged 15 or above to board.
This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Guests with disability can approach the Guest Services Operator for assistance after arriving at the terminal.
It is recommended that wheelchair users be accompanied by a guardian.
Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
Pregnant women and guests with acrophobia (fear of height), chronic illnesses, claustrophobia, or other illnesses on the day of travel are recommended to consider their physical reactions before they decide to travel on the cable car.

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Not sure which cabin to choose?

All cabins run the same 25-minute route between Tung Chung and Ngong Ping. Choose Standard Cabin for classic panoramic windows. Upgrade to Crystal Cabin for a tempered glass floor and downward views. For the most immersive ride, Crystal+ Cabin features transparent glass floor and walls, offering over 80% visibility and space for up to 10 guests.

Ngong Ping cable car gliding over lush green hills in Hong Kong.

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Combos

Combo (Save 8%): Ngong Ping Cable Car Round Trip Tickets + Victoria Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428 Tickets

Experience the best of Hong Kong with a cost-effective combo: a round-trip ride on the Ngong Ping cable car, a Victoria Peak tram ride, and access to Sky Terrace 428.
Get ready to tick off a bucket-list experience as you enjoy a 25-minute cable car journey, providing stunning aerial views of the South China Sea and Ngong Ping Plateau.
Choose a round-trip adventure aboard the Crystal cabin car, offering stellar views of Lantau's mountains, the Big Buddha, and the distant cityscape through its glass bottom.
Take a ride on the historic Peak Tram, one of the world's oldest inclined railways, tracing its origins back to 1888.
Ascend to Sky Terrace 428, the highest 360° viewing platform in Hong Kong, and admire stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the expansive South China Sea stretching to the horizon.

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Guided Tours

Combo: Ngong Ping Cable Car Ride + Lantau Island Guided Tour

What to bring

Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
Carry personal items such as sunscreen, hats, and umbrellas for sun or rain protection.

Accessibility

Guests are responsible for assessing their own physical condition before joining the tour.

Additional information

Bookings must be made at least 2 days in advance.
Guests must redeem tickets at Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal at least 45 minutes before the assembly time. Latest ticket redemption is at 11:15am; assembly is at 12:00pm at the Holidays 360 Information Center in Ngong Ping Village.
The guided tour lasts approximately 3 hours and is conducted in English, Putonghua, or Cantonese.
If the cable car service is suspended due to weather or other reasons, the tour will be cancelled or rescheduled. Guests may exchange tickets for another date or request a refund.
If the Tai O boat excursion is unavailable, a HK$20 voucher for Ngong Ping 360 Souvenir Shops will be provided.
The itinerary and order of activities may change due to traffic or operational reasons.

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Guided Tours

Lantau Guided Private Coach Tour

Explore Lantau by private coach, with guided stops and Tai O boat excursion

Day out to: See the best of Lantau on this private tour and visit the Big Buddha, and cruise past the traditional fishing village at Tai O.
You'll get: Round-trip transfers by private coach with English, Cantonese, or Putonghua-speaking guide, Tai O boat excursion, visits to the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery, and free time to explore Ngong Ping Village.

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Flexible cancellation

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4 hrs

Transfers available

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Combo (Save 1%): Ngong Ping Cable Car Round Trip Tickets + One Way Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket

Optimize your trip with this combo ticket, and save time and money with easy access to both the Hong Kong Airport Express and Ngong Ping cable car.
Escape city traffic, and reach Kowloon, Tsing Yi, or Hong Kong stations from the airport in just 30 mins!
Use the free Wi-Fi and charging stations onboard the Airport Express. Free hotel shuttle buses and porter services ensure a comfortable journey.
Experience a 25-min round-trip cable car ride over Ngong Ping, spanning 5.7 km on a bi-cable ropeway, with the option of a crystal or standard cabin.
Take in unobstructed panoramic views of Tung Chung town center, Ngong Ping village, and the South China Sea from the unique glass-bottom cable car.

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Food Passes

Ngong Ping 360 Meal Voucher or Snack Coupon

Tip: The people of Ngong Ping are super-friendly and will help you out with any doubts you have about your coupon.
Click here for the meal voucher menu.
Click here for the snack coupon menu.
Facilities: parking, stroller/wheelchair accessibility

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Ngong Ping 360 tickets at a glance

Ride duration: 25 minutes each way on a 5.7 km bi-cable ropeway between Tung Chung and Ngong Ping.
Cabin choices: Standard (solid floor), Crystal (glass floor), Crystal+ (glass floor + walls, 10 guests, 750 kg capacity).
Queues & timing: Standard queues often 30–60 mins; 1–2+ hours at peak. Crystal lines are usually shorter. Arrive early or late.
Same-day return: Tickets are typically round-trip and used on the same day. Plan your time at Ngong Ping accordingly.
Weather-dependent: Operations may pause in strong wind or heavy rain. Check notices before arrival.
Combo options: Add Tai O village, Peak Tram & Sky Terrace 428, guided Lantau tours, or Airport Express transfers.
Best upgrade: Choose Crystal or Crystal+ on busy days to reduce waiting and enhance views.

Ngong Ping Cable Car over Lantau Island, Hong Kong, with cityscape view.

Which Ngong Ping 360 ticket is best for you?

Ticket type	Includes	Queue access	Duration	When to choose
Standard Cabin Round Trip	Round-trip cable car in Standard Cabin (~25 mins each way)	Standard queue	Flexible same-day visit	Lowest-cost way to ride the Ngong Ping cable car
Crystal Cabin Round Trip	Round-trip cable car in glass-bottom cabin	Separate Crystal queue	Flexible same-day visit	Glass-floor views and generally shorter wait times
Crystal+ Cabin Round Trip	Round-trip cable car in all-glass panoramic cabin	Dedicated Crystal+ queue	Flexible same-day visit	Maximum visibility and limited-capacity premium cabin
360 Tai O Pass	Cable car + New Lantao Bus + Tai O boat ride + snack voucher	Cabin-specific queue	Half to full day	Adds Tai O fishing village without separate bookings
Cable Car + Tram + Sky Terrace	Cable car + one-way Peak Tram + Sky Terrace 428 access	Subject to both systems	Half to full day	Combine Lantau views with Victoria Peak skyline
Cable Car + Lantau Guided Tour	Cable car + guided Lantau tour + Tai O + boat ride + coach transfers	Priority boarding included	~3.5 hours or longer	Structured itinerary with transfers and commentary
Airport Express + Cable Car	One-way Airport Express + round-trip cable car	Cabin-specific queue	Flexible	Connect airport transfer with Ngong Ping visit

What to expect

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Scenic 25-minute ride

A 5.7 km bi-cable ropeway (marketed as the longest bi-cable ropeway in Asia) delivering sustained panoramas each way.

Route flow

Start at Tung Chung → cross Tung Chung Bay and Airport Island → pass Lantau North Country Park and Nei Lak Shan → arrive at Ngong Ping.

Distinct view anchors

See Tung Chung new town, Tung Chung Bay & wetlands, Hong Kong Int’l Airport (planes visible), the Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge, mountains and Big Buddha.

Big Buddha arrival moment

Disembark into Ngong Ping Village and the Tian Tan (Big) Buddha — easy access to Po Lin Monastery and plateau viewpoints.

Shared cabins

Cabins are shared by default; choose Crystal (glass floor) or Crystal+ (glass floor + walls) for more immersive downward and panoramic views.

Visit feel & pacing

Expect a relaxed, scenic transfer that pairs naturally with a village stroll, monastery visit, and short viewpoint walks.

Things to know before booking your tickets

Book online & time smart: On-site queues can be long (reports of 30–60 mins normally; 1–2+ hours midday/holidays). Book online and visit weekday mornings or late afternoons when possible.
Peak dates & maintenance: Expect heavy crowds on Chinese New Year, Golden Week, and major holidays; NP360 also suspends service for scheduled maintenance. Check official notices before you go.
Ticket scope & same-day use: Standard tickets are typically same-day round-trip. Combo passes bundle extras (e.g., Tai O bus/boat); late redemption of vouchers is treated as no-show in package T&Cs.
Cabin choice matters: Standard = solid floor; Crystal = glass floor; Crystal+ = floor + walls (10 pax, 750 kg). Crystal/Crystal+ usually has shorter boarding lines.
Tai O combo practicalities: Bus transfer runs on New Lantao Bus; boat excursions are short sightseeing trips. If the boat is unavailable, NP360 converts the voucher to a HKD 20 credit for souvenir shops.
Guided tour perks: Guided Lantau/Tai O tours often include coach transfers, English-, Cantonese-, and Putonghua-speaking guides, and priority cable-car boarding, which shortens wait times.
Weather & refunds: Ropeway operation is weather-dependent (wind/rain suspension reported). For operational disruptions, check NP360’s official terms; some reviews note shuttle buses and limited communication during suspension.

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Ngong Ping Cable Car

A 5.7 km bi-cable ropeway connecting Tung Chung and Ngong Ping. 25-minute scenic ride over bay, airport, mountains and Lantau plateau.
Access: Yes (included with cabin ticket)

Ngong Ping Village

A 1.5-hectare themed village beside the cable car terminal with shops, restaurants, exhibitions and the Holidays 360 Information Centre.
Access: Yes (free entry)

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

Climb 268 steps to reach the 34-metre seated bronze statue. Outdoor access is free; interior exhibitions may require a separate ticket.
Access: Yes (outdoor); Interior may require extra ticket

Po Lin Monastery

Active Buddhist monastery next to the Big Buddha. Main grounds are free; vegetarian meals and certain halls may involve separate charges.
Access: Yes (main grounds free)

Tai O Fishing Village

Traditional stilt-house village reached by New Lantao Bus under the 360 Tai O Pass. Boat rides and heritage experiences are paid separately.
Access: No (requires Tai O Pass or separate transport)

Plan your visit

Cable car over lush hills with Hong Kong International Airport in the background at Ngong Ping.

Ngong Ping 360 operates daily with first departures in the morning and last boarding in the late afternoon or early evening; check the official timetable before visiting.
The cable car ride takes 25 minutes each way between Tung Chung and Ngong Ping.
Arrive early on weekdays or later in the afternoon for shorter queues.
Midday and early afternoon often see the longest waits, especially on weekends and public holidays.
October to March generally offers clearer skies and cooler temperatures; summer months can be humid with reduced visibility.

Aerial view of skyscrapers on Lantau Island with surrounding mountains and water.

Address: Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Find on Google Maps

By MTR: Take the Tung Chung Line to Tung Chung Station and walk 5–10 minutes from Exit B to the terminal.
From the airport: Travel one stop from Airport Station to Tung Chung via the Airport Express/Tung Chung interchange; the train ride takes about 10 minutes.
By bus: Multiple city buses connect to Tung Chung; the 360 Tai O Pass includes New Lantao Bus transfers between Ngong Ping and Tai O.
By taxi: Taxis operate citywide and can drop you directly at the Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal.
Public parking is available in Tung Chung, but Ngong Ping 360 does not operate a dedicated large car park.

Ngong Ping 360 sign with cable cars in Hong Kong.

Toilets are available at both cable car terminals and throughout Ngong Ping Village.
Official photo services are available at the terminals, with optional souvenir photo purchases.
Small backpacks and personal items are allowed; large suitcases are discouraged during busy periods.
Ngong Ping Village and terminal areas typically provide public Wi-Fi access.
Queues are managed through physical lines inside the terminal; allow extra time during peak periods.

Wheelchair access sign indicating barrier-free entry.

Cable car cabins can accommodate wheelchairs with staff assistance during boarding.
The 268-step staircase to the Big Buddha is not wheelchair accessible, but the lower plaza offers good viewing areas.
Po Lin Monastery has partial accessibility, with some level paths and some steps.
Visitors who prefer solid flooring may opt for Standard Cabin instead of glass-floor Crystal cabins.

Server presenting a colorful vegetable platter to smiling diners at Atmosphere 360 restaurant.

Ngong Ping Village offers a mix of casual restaurants and themed dining outlets near the cable car terminal.
Po Lin Monastery is known for its vegetarian meal halls, available for purchase on-site.
Tai O Heritage Hotel’s Tai O Lookout offers set lunch options on selected Tai O Pass variants.

Hanging jade ornaments in a Hong Kong souvenir shop.

Ngong Ping Village features souvenir stores selling Buddha-themed and cable-car-themed merchandise.
Official NP360 souvenir shops are located near the terminal.
If the Tai O boat excursion is suspended, the voucher is converted to HKD 20 credit redeemable at designated souvenir shops.

Tips & guidelines for visiting Ngong Ping 360

Arrive before 11am or after 3pm for shorter queues, especially on weekdays. Midday and weekends see the longest waits.
Choose Crystal or Crystal+ cabins on busy days if you want shorter boarding lines and enhanced views.
Do not fly drones. Drone use near the cable car route, airport, or crowded areas is restricted under Hong Kong aviation regulations.
Cabins are shared by default. Book a private cabin product only if you require exclusive use.
Dress for the weather. Cabins can feel cool or windy, particularly in winter or on cloudy days.
Allow 4–5 hours minimum for the cable car, Big Buddha, and Po Lin Monastery; plan a full day if adding Tai O.
Download maps or guides in advance if using mobile apps; the signal can vary in mountain areas.
Plan around weather alerts. Ropeway operations may pause during strong winds or storms.

Frequently asked questions

Standard tickets include a same-day round-trip cable car ride between Tung Chung and Ngong Ping. Combo tickets add Tai O transfers, guided tours, Peak Tram access, or Airport Express.

Experience the best of Ngong Ping 360

Ngong Ping Cable Car Tickets

Combo (Save 8%): Ngong Ping Cable Car Round Trip Tickets + Victoria Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428 Tickets

Combo: Ngong Ping Cable Car Ride + Lantau Island Guided Tour

Lantau Guided Private Coach Tour

Combo (Save 1%): Ngong Ping Cable Car Round Trip Tickets + One Way Hong Kong Airport Express Ticket

Ngong Ping 360 Meal Voucher or Snack Coupon

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How Headout makes choosing experiences effortless

We curate the best ways to experience

Ngong Ping 360 tickets at a glance

Which Ngong Ping 360 ticket is best for you?

What to expect

Scenic 25-minute ride

Route flow

Distinct view anchors

Big Buddha arrival moment

Shared cabins

Visit feel & pacing

Things to know before booking your tickets

Explore Ngong Ping 360

Ngong Ping Cable Car

Ngong Ping Village

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

Po Lin Monastery

Tai O Fishing Village

Plan your visit

Tips & guidelines for visiting Ngong Ping 360

Frequently asked questions

What do Ngong Ping 360 tickets include?

What’s the difference between Standard, Crystal and Crystal+ cabins?

Are Ngong Ping 360 tickets round-trip?

Is skip-the-line included with all tickets?

Is the 360 Tai O Pass worth booking?

Can I combine Ngong Ping 360 with the Peak Tram?

What happens if the cable car stops due to the weather?

What happens if the Tai O boat ride is unavailable?

Can I change or cancel my ticket?

Do children need separate tickets?

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