Quickest way from Victoria peak to Ngong Ping 360 and cable care ride.

by Jay
(USA)

We are arriving in Hong Kong International airport at 6:30 am and would like to see the Peak first and head out to Ngong Ping 360 and take the cable car ride. I wanted to take the star ferry also if feasible. I need to reach the airport from Ngong Ping by 8pm.

Please advice on the quickest and yet scenic route. I also wanted to get an idea of how much time each of these attractions would take. Thanks, Jay

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Hello Jay,
Thank you for writing THKA. Here's the route we've prepared for you which is also based on your request.

From HK airport --> Take the airport express trains, 24 minutes trip to the city (read for a detailed info here). --> Take the Peak Tram to the Victoria Peak or "The Peak" (you can have your breakfast up in the Peak while looking the spectacular views that the Peak has to offer). --> At about 10:00am, you should go back down thru the Peak Tram. --> Take a taxi to the Star Ferry terminal (Bus No. 15C is also an option but it takes some time). --> Take the Star Ferry to Tsim Sha Tsui. Upon arrival, to your right is the Avenue of Stars - take some time in there also to see the Hong Kong Island in the opposite side (this is the place where to watch the Symphony of Lights during night time). --> Take MTR trains from Tsim Sha Tsui to Tung Chung MTR station (actually, Tsim Sha Tsui->Lai King->Tung Chung) a 39 minutes trip (HK$15.5).

From Tung Chung MTR Station, find exit B to the Ngong Ping 360 terminal for a 25 minutes cable car ride to Ngong Ping terminal at Lantau (read detailed information and fine more attractions that Ngong Ping has to offer in here). --> Take a Lantau taxi (blue) to the HK airport from Ngong Ping 360's Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal in just around 10 minutes at a cost of around HK$30.

Good luck and enjoy your trip,

Mariz
THKA owner

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Nov 05, 2009
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Itinerary in HK and Macau
by: Ross

I will be in hongkong with my friend on December 6 to 8,2009,we will be arriving at 7:30am in HKIA and we will leave at 10pm in HKIA on Dec 8.

Can you please advise me on our itinerary for 2 whole days in hongkong and 1 day in macau?

We want to visit Hk Disneyland,Victoria Peak,Ngong Ping 360,Avenue of Stars,Victoria Harbour and HK Museum, is it possible?

Thank you very much!rossfauni@yahoo.com

Nov 06, 2009
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Recommended itinerary for 2 whole days in hongkong and 1 day in macau.
by: Dondon

Hello Ross,

Here's our recommended itinerary.

Day 1, Dec 6 (Disneyland, Ngong Ping, Avenue of Stars @ Victoria Harbour, and Symphony of Lights)

Morning (HKIA to Disneyland)

Get on Airport Express trains to Tsing Yi then Sunny Bay station and interchange MTR trains to Disneyland Resort Line towards Disneyland.

Alternate route:
A great way to reach Disneyland from the airport is to take any A or E Hong Kong Bus to the Lantau Link Toll Plaza (HK$7) then interchange bus to Route R8 for Hong Kong Disneyland.

Spend at least 5 hours in Disneyland.

Late fternoon: (Disneyland to Ngong Ping 360 @ Tung Chung Sky Rail Terminal)

Get on MTR trains to Sunny Bay then to the next station Tung Chung.

Take the cable car - a 24 minutes stunning ride and unforgettable views of Hong Kong experience to Ngong Ping Village.

Spend at least an hour over there and then get back to Tung Chung.

Evening: (Ngong Ping 360 to Avenue of Stars @ Victoria Harbour (to watch the must-see Symphony of Lights).

Take the MTR trains to Lai King station then Tsim Sha Tsui station. Take a walk along the waterfront between the Avenue of Stars and the Hong Kong Cultural Centre.

You can spend the whole evening in this area (before going to your hotel) where you can watch the Symphony of Lights (nightly show) that will start at 8:00 pm. I suggest you book your hotel somewhere in Tsim Sha Tsui area for an easy access.

Day 2, Dec 7 (Museums, Star Ferry, Peak Tram, and Victoria Peak)

Morning until afternoon:
Most of the popular Hong Kong Museums where also in Tsim Sha Tsui area and are close to each other. Please refer to our Hong Kong Museum page for complete details on how to get there with their respective schedules.

You can spend your time in any of those recommended museums until late afternoon as your next journey is the "Peak" and it is better to go up there and best viewed during sunset or early evening.

Afternoon: (From Tsim Sha Tsui to Victoria Peak)
Get on board of the Star Ferry then Bus no. 15C and then get on the Peak Tram that will bring you directly to the Peak.

Spend sometime until early evening at the Peak.

It is only about 20 minutes travel from the Peak to Shun Tak Centre, the Hong-Macau Ferry Terminal.

Turbojet Ferry Schedule at Shuntak
Hong Kong to Macau
7:00 am - 11:59 pm

(departures every 15 minutes)

Additional sailing with departures every 5 minutes will be added during peak hours.

Day 3, Dec 8 (Macau tourist attractions)Whole day!

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Nov 06, 2009
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Hello Ross, Here's our recommended itinerary. Day 1, Dec 6 (Disneyland, Ngong Ping, Avenue of Stars @ Victoria Harbour, and Symphony of Lights) Morning (HKIA to <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/hong-kong-disneyland.html">Disneyland</a>) Get on Airport Express trains to Tsing Yi then Sunny Bay station and interchange MTR trains to Disneyland Resort Line towards Disneyland. Alternate route: A great way to reach Disneyland from the airport is to take any A or E Hong Kong Bus to the Lantau Link Toll Plaza (HK$7) then interchange bus to Route R8 for Hong Kong Disneyland. Spend at least 5 hours in Disneyland. Late fternoon: (Disneyland to <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/ngong-ping-360.html">Ngong Ping 360</a> @ Tung Chung Sky Rail Terminal) Get on MTR trains to Sunny Bay then to the next station Tung Chung. Take the cable car - a 24 minutes stunning ride and unforgettable views of Hong Kong experience to Ngong Ping Village. Spend at least an hour over there and then get back to Tung Chung. Evening: (Ngong Ping 360 to <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/hong-kong-avenue-of-stars.html">Avenue of Stars</a> @ <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/hong-kong-harbour.html">Victoria Harbour</a> (to watch the must-see Symphony of Lights). Take the MTR trains to Lai King station then Tsim Sha Tsui station. Take a walk along the waterfront between the Avenue of Stars and the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. You can spend the whole evening in this area (before going to your hotel) where you can watch the Symphony of Lights (nightly show) that will start at 8:00 pm. I suggest you book your hotel somewhere in Tsim Sha Tsui area for an easy access. Day 2, Dec 7 (Museums, Star Ferry, Peak Tram, and Victoria Peak) Morning until afternoon: Most of the popular Hong Kong Museums where also in Tsim Sha Tsui area and are close to each other. Please refer to our <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/hong-kong-museum.html">Hong Kong Museum page</a> for complete details on how to get there with their respective schedules. You can spend your time in any of those recommended museums until late afternoon as your next journey is the "Peak" and it is better to go up there and best viewed during sunset or early evening. Afternoon: (From Tsim Sha Tsui to Victoria Peak) Get on board of the Star Ferry then Bus no. 15C and then get on the Peak Tram that will bring you directly to the Peak. Spend sometime until early evening at the Peak. It is only about 20 minutes travel from the Peak to Shun Tak Centre, the Hong-Macau Ferry Terminal. Turbojet Ferry Schedule at Shuntak Hong Kong to Macau 7:00 am - 11:59 pm (departures every 15 minutes) Additional sailing with departures every 5 minutes will be added during peak hours. Day 3, Dec 8 (<a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/gateway-to-macau.html">Macau tourist attractions</a>)Whole day!

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Nov 25, 2009
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how bout the other way around?
by: meimei

how can i get to victoria peak from ngong ping? thanks.

Nov 25, 2009
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Ngong Ping to Victoria Peak
by: Anonymous

Hi,
If you want to go straight to Victoria Peak from Ngong Ping 360, I would suggest you take the Ferry from Mui Wo, Lantau Island to Central Pier 5, Hong Kong island.

In Lantau island, just take a taxi to the ferry pier in Mui Wo. Here's the link to the complete ferry fare and schedule.

Upon arrival in Central pier, take the Bus no. 15C nearby to the Peak Tram that will bring you directly to the Peak.

Dec 01, 2009
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From Ngong Ping 360 to Victoria Peak
by: Ann

Hi

I am visting Ngong Ping 360 in Jan 2010. I intend to take your suggestion of taking a ferry from Mui Wo to Central Pier. However, I have to few questions to clarify. Hope you be able to help me.

Thks.
a) How long will the ferry take from Mui wo to central Pier ??

b) Is there any bus or any transport from the bronze buddha to the Mui Wo Pier ?? If yes, (how long will it take) Or do i have to take the cable car back to the terminal so that i can grab a taxi to the pier ??

c) i be bringing my 2 yr old son... Will they allow strollers on the ferry ??

Dec 02, 2009
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Re: From Ngong Ping 360 to Victoria Peak
by: Anonymous

Please find answers to your questions below. Hope this help.

a) How long will the ferry take from Mui wo to central Pier?
Ans: Ferry from Central Pier to Mui Wo takes 50 mins (ordinary Ferry) or 30 mins (fast Ferry) - Ferries operate at approx 40 mins intervals.

Please see Ferry time table in here.

b) Is there any bus or any transport from the bronze buddha to the Mui Wo Pier? If yes, (how long will it take) Or do i have to take the cable car back to the terminal so that i can grab a taxi to the pier?
Ans: Yes, there is a bus. Route 2, from Mui Wo Ferry Pier to Ngong Ping (Big Buddha), on Lantau Island and about 45 mins travel time.

c)I'll be bringing my 2 yr old son... Will they allow strollers on the ferry?
Ans: Yes, they allow strollers on the Ferries.

For more details about Ngong Ping and getting there, please read our page here.

Jan 29, 2010
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HK in a day
by: Mia

Hi, my friends and I are planning on taking a 3 day trip in March 12-14. We'll be arriving in HK at 9pm on the 11th. We're planning to have 1 day in Hong Kong, a day in Macau and another day in Shenzhen. I hope that would be possible to take all in. =)

Answer: Yes, it is very doable. Transportation between these cities are very efficient and will only takes about an hour or two.

I think, Macau and Shenzhen is ok to take in a day but I'm hoping you could help me in our Hong Kong plan. We will be staying in Tsim Sha Tsui. I would like to ask directions and fare costs for the following:
Tsim Sha Tsui to Victoria Peak, from there to Ngong Ping Village/360, then Giant Buddha, finally to Disneyland then back to Tsim Sha Tsui. We hope to ride the Star Ferry too. ^^

Answer: Going to Victoria Peak from Tsim Sha Tsui.
The Ferry Pier is located in East Tsim Sha Tsui, could be a walking distance from your hotel.

Get on board for an 8 minute Ferry ride to Central, Hong Kong Island(HK$2.20 - upper deck seat). Upon arriving at Central Pier, you can find a Bus station nearby, take Bus no. 15C (3.20 HK$) that will bring you to the Victoria Peak Tram station.

Get on the Peak Tram (HK$25 - single, HK$36 - return) that will bring you directly to the Peak.

I think we already stated above the directions in getting to Ngong Ping and Disneyland.

oh, and if you could also help us on the cheapest and quickest way to get a visa for shenzhen. =)

Answer: The best way to do is to get a China (Shenzhen) VISA from your country otherwise VISAS can be acquired in the china borders. Short stay VISA will cost only around HK$150.

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Jan 29, 2010
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Hi, my friends and I are planning on taking a 3 day trip in March 12-14. We'll be arriving in HK at 9pm on the 11th. We're planning to have 1 day in Hong Kong, a day in Macau and another day in Shenzhen. I hope that would be possible to take all in. =) Answer: Yes, it is very doable. Transportation between these cities are very efficient and will only takes about an hour or two. I think, Macau and Shenzhen is ok to take in a day but I'm hoping you could help me in our Hong Kong plan. We will be staying in Tsim Sha Tsui. I would like to ask directions and fare costs for the following: Tsim Sha Tsui to Victoria Peak, from there to Ngong Ping Village/360, then Giant Buddha, finally to Disneyland then back to Tsim Sha Tsui. We hope to ride the Star Ferry too. ^^ Answer: Going to Victoria Peak from Tsim Sha Tsui. The Ferry Pier is located in East Tsim Sha Tsui, could be a walking distance from your hotel. Get on board for an 8 minute Ferry ride to Central, Hong Kong Island(HK$2.20 - upper deck seat). Upon arriving at Central Pier, you can find a Bus station nearby, take Bus no. 15C (3.20 HK$) that will bring you to the Victoria Peak Tram station. Get on the Peak Tram (HK$25 - single, HK$36 - return) that will bring you directly to the Peak. I think we already stated above the directions in getting to Ngong Ping and Disneyland. oh, and if you could also help us on the cheapest and quickest way to get a visa for shenzhen. =) Answer: The best way to do is to get a China (Shenzhen) VISA from your country otherwise VISAS can be acquired in the china borders. Short stay VISA will cost only around HK$150.

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Mar 03, 2010
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baby and stroller in cable car?
by: L'amor

We are coming to Hong Kong in April with our 10-month old baby. Is Ngong Ping not too stressful for the baby? Are babies and strollers allowed in the cable car?

Appreciate your thoughts.

Mar 05, 2010
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RE: baby and stroller in cable car?
by: Anonymous

YES, the floor of the platform is specially designed to level with that of the cabins. Strollers for babies or wheelchair bound passengers can easily go onboard. To provide further convenience to them, the seating bench in the cabin can be lifted up, creating ample room for them.

Also, for the visitors' convenience, there are luggage storage facilities for visitors arriving at Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal. There are about 20 lockers for rent. The size of each locker is 84cm (H), 40cm (W), 87cm (D) The rates are HK$20 for every three hours or HK$70 for one day. Please contact staff when you arrive at Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal for more details.

Apr 13, 2010
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4-day HK trip
by: Anonymous

We will be in Hong Kong this coming July 21 (10am) to July 24 (10pm).
Can you please help us on our itinerary for our 4-day trip? It would be a great help for us as this will be our first time in HK. :-)

We plan to visit Disneyland,Ocean Park and other tourist attractions in HongKong. Also, we plan to take a one-day tour at Macau.

Thank you so much! Hope to hear from you soon!

Apr 13, 2010
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Re: 4-day HK trip
by: Anonymous

Hi there,

I have read a page somewhere in this site with other visitor's inquiry which is related to yours.

Here's the link on that page.

May 06, 2010
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I need help!
by: Nikki Mariz

Hello!
Me and my parents will visit Hong Kong on June 3-6.

I'd like to ask how to get to Victoria peak coming from Tsim Sha Tsui? our guesthouse is around that area. Thank you! ^^

May 07, 2010
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Re: How to get to Victoria peak coming from Tsim Sha Tsui
by: HKinsider-don

Hi there, getting to Victoria peak coming from Tsim Sha Tsui area is quite easy and lot of fun. Take the Ferry route Tsim Sha Tsui to Central and then follow the direction already mentioned above on how to get to Victory peak upon arriving at Central pier. The whole journey will only take about 30 to 45 minutes.

Please take a look the interactive Hong Kong Star Ferry route map below. To navigate map, use the controls in the top left hand corner. Click the signs; (+) to zoom in and (-) to zoom out or move (<) left and (>) right or move (^) up and (v) down. You can also use your mouse by left clicking and then dragging in the direction of your choice.

View Star Ferry at Tsim Sha Tsui map in a larger map

Alternate routes:

1.) You can take the MTR trains from Tsim Sha Tsui station towards Central then take Central's MTR Station Exit J2, walk along Garden Road which is in between The Bank of China building and The Cheung Kong Centre. The walk to the tram station only takes about 15 to 20 minutes.

2.) Or, Take MTR trains to Admiralty Station and take Exit B, find Lippo Centre Bus Terminus and take the bus 12S.

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May 07, 2010
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Hi there, getting to <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/hong-kong-victoria-peak.html">Victoria peak</a> coming from Tsim Sha Tsui area is quite easy and lot of fun. Take the Ferry route Tsim Sha Tsui to Central and then follow the direction already mentioned above on how to get to Victory peak upon arriving at Central pier. The whole journey will only take about 30 to 45 minutes. Please take a look the interactive Hong Kong Star Ferry route map below. To navigate map, use the controls in the top left hand corner. Click the signs; (+) to zoom in and (-) to zoom out or move (<) left and (>) right or move (^) up and (v) down. You can also use your mouse by left clicking and then dragging in the direction of your choice. <iframe width="550" height="480" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" marginheight="0" marginwidth="0" src="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&t=h&msa=0&msid=116551076437666877761.000485fe85c00de298fea&ll=22.290288,114.164815&spn=0.01906,0.027466&z=15&output=embed"></iframe> View <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?hl=en&ie=UTF8&t=h&msa=0&msid=116551076437666877761.000485fe85c00de298fea&ll=22.290288,114.164815&spn=0.01906,0.027466&z=15&source=embed" style="color:#0000FF;text-align:left">Star Ferry at Tsim Sha Tsui map</a> in a larger map Alternate routes: 1.) You can take the MTR trains from Tsim Sha Tsui station towards Central then take Central's MTR Station Exit J2, walk along Garden Road which is in between The Bank of China building and The Cheung Kong Centre. The walk to the tram station only takes about 15 to 20 minutes. 2.) Or, Take MTR trains to Admiralty Station and take Exit B, find Lippo Centre Bus Terminus and take the bus 12S.

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from Tsim Sha Tsui to Ngong Ping Cable
by: Anonymous

Hi! I will be in Hong Kong on Jun 26- 29. I will be arriving at 09:55 in HK and going to our guest house in Tsim Sha Tsui. Can you advise me the best way to go to Ngong Ping Cable Car from Tsim Sha Tsui? Manu Thanks

Jun 10, 2010
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From Tsim Sha Tsui- Victoria Peak first or Ngong Ping 360?
by: lil.angel

Hi! I will be staying at Tsim Sha Tsui and is planning on going to Hong Kong Ngong Ping 360 and Victoria Peak. Is it better & accessible if I do it in one day? Where should I go first?

Jun 10, 2010
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Re: How to get to Hong Kong Ngong Ping 360 from Tsim Sha Tsui?
by: HKinsider-Don

The most efficient and convenient way on how to get to Ngong Ping 360 from Tsim Sha Tsui area is by taking the MTR trains (38 minutes / HK$ 13.5).

Look for nearest MTR station in your area (don't worry, you won't find it hard to see those MTR station signs as most areas have it).

Assuming that you're taking the Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station, take the MTR Tsuen Wan Line going towards Tsuen Wan and get off at Lai King station - interchange trains to the MTR Tung Chung Line towards Tung Chung and get off to that last station. Take the Exit B and look for signs going to the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Terminal.

You can read more alternate routes in here in here if you want to go to Ngong Ping by not taking the cable car.

@ lil.angel

We suggest that you go first to Ngong Ping 360 as the must-see attractions in that place were best viewed at day time (you may follow the direction as already stated above on how to get there). And then head back to Victoria Peak late in the afternoon as it is a perfect place to see Hong Kong during early evening.

Please click here to read more on how to get to Victoria Peak.

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The most efficient and convenient way on how to get to Ngong Ping 360 from Tsim Sha Tsui area is by taking the MTR trains (38 minutes / HK$ 13.5). <img src="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/images/tsim-sha-tsui-to-ngong-ping-360.jpg" border="0" alt="Tsim Sha Tsui to Ngong Ping 360 route map"> Look for nearest MTR station in your area (don't worry, you won't find it hard to see those MTR station signs as most areas have it). Assuming that you're taking the Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station, take the MTR Tsuen Wan Line going towards Tsuen Wan and get off at Lai King station - interchange trains to the MTR Tung Chung Line towards Tung Chung and get off to that last station. Take the Exit B and look for signs going to the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Terminal. You can read <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/ngong-ping-360.html">more alternate routes in here</a> in here if you want to go to Ngong Ping by not taking the cable car. @ lil.angel We suggest that you go first to Ngong Ping 360 as the must-see attractions in that place were best viewed at day time (you may follow the direction as already stated above on how to get there). And then head back to <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/hong-kong-victoria-peak.html">Victoria Peak</a> late in the afternoon as it is a perfect place to see Hong Kong during early evening. Please click here to read more on <a href="http://www.travel-hongkong-attractions.com/whats-the-fastest-way-to-times-square-shopping-mall-in-causeway-bay-from-the-peak.html">how to get to Victoria Peak</a>.

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