In the Kingdom and Jordan
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Al Hada cable car | Descends from the top of Al Hada to Al Kar village, with views of the Sarawat mountains. | Taif; about 4 km in 17 minutes |
| Abha and Habala cable cars | Rides over the Asir valleys, including the descent to the hanging village of Habala. | Abha |
| Ajloun cable car | 2.5 km over the Ajloun forests, opened in 2023. | Ajloun, northern Jordan |
Türkiye, Georgia and Azerbaijan
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Uludağ cable car | One of the longest lines, climbing from Bursa to the mountain's forests and plateaus. | Bursa |
| Olympos cable car | To the top of Mount Tahtalı, about 2,365 m above the Antalya coast. | Kemer |
| Narikala cable car | A short ride over the river to Narikala Fortress, with views of old Tbilisi. | Tbilisi |
| Tufandag cable car | Cabins climbing into the Gabala mountains, green in summer and snowy in winter. | Gabala, Azerbaijan |
Asia and Europe
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Langkawi SkyCab | Climbs to the top of Mount Machinchang, home to the 125-metre SkyBridge over the forest. | Langkawi; closed Wednesday mornings for maintenance |
| Ba Na Hills cable car | The record holder for the world's longest non-stop cable car line: 5,801 metres. | Da Nang, Vietnam |
| Ngong Ping 360 | A 5.7 km ride over sea and mountains on Lantau Island. | Hong Kong |
| Titlis Rotair | The world's first revolving cable car, turning 360 degrees on its way up to the snow. | Engelberg, near Lucerne |
Tips before you go
- Cable cars stop in strong wind and storms, so check they're running on the day.
- Take the first ride of the morning to avoid queues and mist.
- Bring a warm layer: the summit is much colder than the base.
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- Hotels in Hong Kong
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Frequently asked questions
What's the longest cable car in the world?
The Ba Na Hills cable car in Vietnam holds the record for the longest non-stop line, at 5,801 metres.
Where's the nearest cable car to Saudi Arabia?
In the Kingdom itself: the Al Hada cable car in Taif and the Abha and Habala cable cars, with Ajloun's in Jordan nearby.
What's the revolving cable car in Switzerland?
Titlis Rotair near Lucerne, the world's first revolving cable car.
Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.