Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour
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Is Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour worth booking?
Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour is a 5-hour experience in Guangzhou, China, from $255 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 39 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (39)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $255 per person
This flexible private day tour from Guangzhou will let you explore Foshan area(hometown of Bruce Lee), immerse in the beautiful landscape in the countryside and escape the bustle city. Big Buddha Mountain is entitled o
What you get
About this experience
This flexible private day tour from Guangzhou will let you explore Foshan area(hometown of Bruce Lee), immerse in the beautiful landscape in the countryside and escape the bustle city. Big Buddha Mountain is entitled one of the "National Top Level Scenery" and has gained reputation from home and abroad for its primitive forest, natural waterfalls, sky lake(formed from ancient volcano crater), ancient villages as well as the big Buddha temple. As per your interest, you can also visit one or two more sties nearby to compose a full day trip: 1) Watch Kung-Fu & traditional Chinese lion dance at Martial Art Museum. 2) Take a ferry to Pingsha island and cycle around to observe local village/farmland/orchard. 3) National Arts Studio, royal palace replica and ancient street with traditional architecture for films/television making. 4) Visit mulberry fish pond farm area to learn about recyclable mutual beneficial ecological system. 5) Guangdong Romance Park for Cantonese local culture.
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Local English-speaking tour guide with full escort
- Hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Guangzhou
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Professional driver
Not included
- Admission tickets and lunch(for you and the guide)
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Foshan
Your English-speaking tour guide and the private car with driver will come and pick you up at your hotel in Guangzhou, then drive for 1.5 hours to reach Foshan, which is a second tier city in China and it's famous as hometown of traditional Chinese martial art, for Kung-Fu master predecessor like Wong Fei-hung, Ip-man and Bruce Lee.
90 minutes here
Xiqiao Mountain National Forest Park
Upon arrival in Foshan, you will go visit the famous Big Buddha Mountain, it's a top level national 5A scenery with beautiful and tranquil landscape, a natural wonderland formed from an ancient volcanic crater on the mountain. You can take the scenic shuttle car to go up the mountain, have a panoramic overlook view to the local area on the observation deck platform, go in to explore the 500 years old Ming Dynasty buddhism temple with various religious architectures, hallways and buddhas, and finally climb many steps(optional) to reach the top of the mountain-the 61.8m tall big Guanyin Buddha bronze statue and marvel at fascinating scenery around. You can have lunch for yummy vegetarian food at a local vegetarian restaurant in the temple, optional and could be skipped based on your needs and interest.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
The Culture Center of Nanhai Guanyin, Xiqiao Mountain
View the manificent 61.8m big Guanyin Buddha bronze statue on top of the mountain, the highest spot of the 500 years old buddhism temple. Learn about the local religious culture and manner from your guide as you move around among the fish pools, burning joss sticks of incense and embossment sculptures of buddhism world.
30 minutes here
Tianhu Park
After visiting the big buddha temple, you can take the shuttle car again transfer to Sky Lake scenic area, it's formed upon an ancient volcanic crater hunderds of million years ago, now with rain water accumulation as a large clean reservoir on the mountain. You can stroll and explore the lush green path surrounding the lake for fun and relax, observe unique subtropical forest trees and fish. And this is the place where the traditional Chinese martial art Kung-Fu and lion dance is performed, you can sit down and watch the fantastic half an hour show by professional teenagers from martial school institution. As the highlight of Southern China culture, the lion dance is performed by two actors one in front one at the back, imitating a vivid lion which would jump and climb on separated independent wood sticks in the air displaying agile and skillful movement. Your guide will escort and explain to you the background knowledge and revelant stories for this stunning Cantonese culture.
60 minutes here
Guangdong Romance Park
If you opt for medium/premium tour package, you will be transfered to second site-an emerging hotspot attraction-Guangdong Romance Park, a big theme park featuring fruitful local Cantonese history and culture. You can immerse yourself in ancient Cantonese style architecture atmosphere and interact with dedicated actors dressed up in traditional Chinese costume, take photo with Ip-man and Bruce Lee bronze statue and practise Kung-Fu with the "Wooden Man" stick, visit "Haunted House" with ghost NPC context, have fun at outdoor playground for rope net tunnel climbing and water floating bridges, and so on. And the wonderful highlight of it, watch and enjoy the fascinating 1-hour grand stage live show for "Guangzhou Eternal Love"-a must-see show in life time. It's an amazing marvelous performance mixed with high tech equipments and enthusiastic actors, presenting to you the mysterious and profound Southern China Cantonese history and culture evolution and development from old to modern.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
National Art Studios
And if you opt for the Premium tour package of 11 hours day trip, then after visiting the big buddha mountain and Guangdong Romance Park, you will continue to visit the third site-National Arts Studio. It's a large area with ancient city wall replica, imperial family palace real size imitation, local HK and Macau folk street and lots of old sites acting as train station, restaurants, church, shops, and so on. You may come across film maker teams hustling around in this Chinese style Hollywood.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Wong Fei Hung Lion Dance Martial Arts Museum
It's the Huang family ancestral hall for worshipping ancestors and social gathing activities, and now has been developed as martial arts museum featuring Wong Fei-hung(grand master of Ip-man, great grand master of Bruce Lee), the famous Chinese Kung-Fu martial art master predecessor well-known in Foshan and Southern China. Optional to visit, based on your interest, see if time allows during the day and you can discuss with your tour guide for this.
30 minutes here
Take a ferry to reach Pingsha Island, experience the countryside area of Southern China with subtropical climate. You can rent an electric bike to ride along the rural path on this island to see villages and various local plants and domestic animals on broad farmland and orchard like dragon fruit, banana, star fruit, papaya, cow, goats and dogs. Optional to visit, based on your interest, see if time allows during the day, you can discuss with your tour guide for this.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Medium Package Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours: For 8 hours tour to visit Big Buddha Mountain and 1 more site nearby with hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Guangzhou Pickup included
Premium Package Private Tour
Duration: 11 hours: For 11 hours tour to visit Big Buddha Mountain and 2 more sites nearby with hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Guangzhou Pickup included
Basic Package Private Tour
Duration: 5 hours: For 5 hours tour to visit Big Buddha Mountain with hotel pick up and drop off in downtown Guangzhou Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- cmn, yue, en, zh-CN
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Guangzhou Local Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 39 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
39 verified traveler reviews for Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Big Budha Mountain
The visit to the Mountain Buddhas was very interesting and impressive. Our guide, , also shared the history with us along the way, which made the visit even more interesting.
Response from the operator: Thank you for utilizing our private tour service, it's my honor and pleasure to help you achieve wonderful experience in Guangzhou.^_^. All the best, Zack from Guangzhou Local Tours
via Tripadvisor
Big bouddha mountain
It's a must-see when staying in Foshan. It's interesting to have different ways to get to the summit.
Response from the operator: Thank you for utilizing our private tour service, it's my honor and pleasure to help you achieve wonderful experience in Guangzhou.^_^. All the best, Zack from Guangzhou Local Tours
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful experience
Very interesting tour, perfect timing and a very attentive guide
Response from the operator: Thank you for utilizing our private tour service, it's my honor and pleasure to help you achieve wonderful experience in Guangzhou.^_^. All the best, Damon from Guangzhou Local Tours
via Tripadvisor
Great trip
Nice trip and very organized The guid mad it so smooth and easy He explained every thing with clear english language Eveey thing was on time
Response from the operator: Thank you for utilizing our private tour service, it's my honor and pleasure to help you achieve wonderful experience in Guangzhou.^_^. All the best, Damon from Guangzhou Local Tours
via Tripadvisor
Best experience
Wow views… highly recommended for anyone in guangzhou
Response from the operator: Thank you for utilizing our private tour service, it's my honor and pleasure to help you achieve wonderful experience in Guangzhou.^_^. All the best, Damon from Guangzhou Local Tours
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $255 to $800
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 14
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Guangzhou.
How much does Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $255 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Guangzhou usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Guangzhou is not rushed.
Is Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 39 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Guangzhou, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour?
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Around 14 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Guangzhou can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Guangzhou and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Big Buddha Mountain Chinese Kung Fu & Lion Dance Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Guangzhou within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Guangzhou?
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On Outty we rank every Guangzhou experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou, All-inclusive Private Day Tour to Mutianyu Great Wall, Guangzhou Tour Guide and Car Service With Flexible Itinerary. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Guangzhou?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Guangzhou?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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