Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car

Ngong Ping 360 Ltd is a subsidiary company of the MTR Corporation and regulates the operation of Ngong Ping cable car between the downtowns of Ngong Ping and Tung Chung. It provides the service of bicable gondola lift on Lantau Island and has been installed solely for the imperative of improving tourism. There are two stations, 109 cabins with a capacity of carrying 17 people at Ngong cable car which transport upto 3500 passengers per hour either way. The cable car operates 34 metres up in the air over a length of 5.7 kilometres taking almost 24 minutes.

During the half hour ride passengers pass through several eye-catching attractions like the 34 metre tall bronze statue of Buddha, a large tract of wooden carvings arranged in the manner of words from the verse of the Heart Sutra and the iconic Po Lin Monastery. Other destinations that you can discover are Ngong Ping village which is a wholesome destination for entertainment, food, shopping and photo spots. For hiking lovers there are several hike trails they can follow to travel across Ngong Ping and deeply enjoy its mesmerising landscape. While going for the Ngong Ping 360 cable car ride you can choose from different options like standard cabin, crystal cabin and private cabin.

A ride at Ngong Ping 360 cable car is the most fascinating way to start a journey at Ngong Ping 360 as you get to enjoy an eagle eye view of Lantau Island from a height of 34 metres. It would let you appreciate the beauty of the island much more when you explore its roads. Ngong Ping 360 cable car is a transportation medium that connects the downtowns of Tung Chung and Ngong Ping located on the opposite ends of Lantau island. The ride begins at Tung Chung, passes through Tung Chung Bay, later reaches at North Lantau and finally greets you at the rolling grassland slopes of north Lantau Country Park. Other highlights of the cable ride are the Big Buddha and the 360 degree view of Ngong Ping Plateau.

While you enjoy a cable car ride at Ngong Ping 360, there are various spots you’d notice during the 25 minutes long ride. Some of the historical landmarks that could be easily noticed are Tian Tan Buddha, you can easily spot it due to its sheer size. The Po Lin Monastery can be easily identified with its large hut, both the attractions of the monastery and Tian Tan Buddha are a few minutes walk away from the exit of Tung Chung MTR station. If you notice some words like installations using wooden carvings then be assured that it’s Wisdom Path. You can explore several explorations at the Ngong Ping Village and Ngong Ping Piazza

• Vintage Maze: The shop has been functional since 2014 and is famous for the various vintage items it offers. At the shop you’d find vintage clothing, toys, home decor pieces, various items, accessories and other things. You would find the shop in Ngong Ping Village.
• Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal Shop: At this terminal souvenir shop you’d be able to get yourself some exciting selection of items that would remind of the good memories you had had at Ngong Ping 360. The shop is 5 minutes walk away from Exit B of MTR Tung CHung station.
• Hong Kong Love Souvenir Shop: At this iconic shop you would be able to get yourself the most nostalgic Hong Kong designs like that of iconic red-white blue stripes, Master Q, etc.
• China Art Window Ltd.: Buy some of the rare designs of chinese art pieces and appreciate some rare antiques such as large artistic wooden buddhist sculptures. Here, you would find pieces that resemble the style from Tang and Song dynasties. Amongst other souvenir pieces that would attract your attention are ancient jades, bronze wares, gold wares, ceramic China Art Window and other such intricate artefacts.

• Zaks- Enjoy the best splendid sea views as you’re served the best dining items at the fresco dining area. Insides of the hotel are as aesthetic as the exterior sea-side for it’s decorated with wooden benches, love seats, sun chairs and family areas. The hotel gives a vibe of the traditional era of Hong Kong.
• Koh Tomyums- Enter into Koh Tomyums which has distinctive Thai architecture and eye pleasing panoramic scenery around. Here, you find the best thai and other local cusines that are prepared with the perfect blend of local herbs and spices. You would be able to locate the restaurant behind the Discovery Bay’s D Deck zone. The most special food items that you shouldn’t miss at all are its fresh seafood.
• Caramba Mexican Cantina- You would find this dining place due to its sun-washed colured casual ambience. The hotel keeps its vibe lively and energetic with music and natural wooden sitting area. The speciality of the hotel is its unique drink which is served with Mexican food.
• Midam Korean Restaurant- As you enter the venue of the hotel you’ll fall in love with its tall ceilings that let sunlight peep in through the window. The ambience makes it perfect to enjoy an array of authentic Korean servings like Kimchi Wraps, Ginseng and Chicken soup. The remarkable hotel is located in Ngong Ping village.
• Po Lin Monastery- It’s the perfect place where you’d enjoy a blend of traditional architecture and sculptural arts while having your vegetarian delicacies. The eatery is located in the monastery’s premises therefore you’d even witness buddhist culture here. You must try its soup, vegetables, rice and other deep-fried delicacies. You might also find noodles, sweets, pastries and other such savouries.
• Tai O Crossing Boat Restaurant- It’s the perfect place to enjoy some local cuisines popular amongst Latanu natives. The aroma filled steam cooked rice served with a lotus leaf wrapped around would make you fall in love with the food. Other famous servings of the hotel are rice cooked in bamboo steamer, baked seafood pumpkin, cuttlefish patties and charcoal roasted goose