8 Days Best Hainan Island Discovery Tour

Tour Overview

Experience the full diversity of Hainan Island on this comprehensive 8-day journey from north to south. Start in Haikou with its historic Qilou arcades and volcanic parks, continue through Boao's conference town and Wanning's surfing beaches, then culminate in Sanya's tropical paradise. This grand tour reveals Hainan beyond the resorts — ancient architecture, rainforest adventures, ethnic cultures, coastal highways, and China's most beautiful tropical island scenery.

8 Days

Duration

from $1189

Per Person

Hainan Island

Destination

Private

Tour Type

Highlights

✅ Haikou Qilou Old Street — largest arcade building complex in China
✅ Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark — dormant volcanic craters
✅ Boao — permanent venue of Boao Forum for Asia
✅ Wanning — China's surf capital with laid-back beach culture
✅ Nanwan Monkey Island — 2,500+ macaques in their natural habitat
✅ Nanshan Temple — 108m Guanyin statue over the South China Sea
✅ Sanya beaches — Yalong Bay, Sanya Bay, and Haitang Bay
✅ Ring-island high-speed train experience through coastal scenery

What's Included

✅ Professional licensed English-speaking guide
✅ All entrance fees to attractions listed in itinerary
✅ 4-star hotel accommodation (7 nights, breakfast included): 2 nights Haikou, 1 night Boao, 1 night Wanning, 3 nights Sanya
✅ Private air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
✅ Airport transfers (Haikou arrival, Sanya departure)
✅ Daily lunches at authentic local restaurants
✅ Ring-island high-speed train ticket (Wanning→Sanya segment)

What's Excluded

❌ China visa fees
❌ Personal expenses
❌ International/domestic flights
❌ Optional water sports and surfing lessons
❌ Dinners (flexible)
❌ Tips for guide and driver (voluntary)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Haikou

Arrive at Haikou Meilan International Airport. Private transfer to hotel. Afternoon visit to Qilou Old Street — China's largest arcade building complex blending Chinese and European architectural styles. Evening explore Haikou's night market for authentic Hainanese chicken rice, Wenchang chicken, and fresh coconut.

Day 2: Haikou Volcanic Park & Holiday Beach

Morning at Haikou Volcanic Cluster Global Geopark — explore dormant volcanic craters and lava tube caves in a lush tropical setting. Visit Hainan Museum for island history and culture. Afternoon at Holiday Beach for swimming, sunbathing, and water sports. Sunset walk along the palm-lined coast.

Day 3: Haikou → Boao (120km, ~2h)

Drive along Hainan's scenic east coast to Boao, permanent home of the Boao Forum for Asia. Visit the conference center and the unique Yudai Beach (Jade Belt Beach) — a narrow sandbar where the Wanquan, Jiuqu, and Longgun rivers meet the South China Sea. Evening at leisure in this peaceful coastal town.

Day 4: Boao → Wanning (60km, ~1h)

Morning drive to Wanning, China's emerging surf capital. Visit Riyue Bay, host of international surfing competitions, with its consistent waves and laid-back beach culture. Optional surfing lesson for beginners. Explore Xinglong Tropical Botanical Garden with 1,200+ tropical plant species. Afternoon free at Shenzhou Peninsula's pristine beaches.

Day 5: Wanning → Sanya by High-Speed Train

Morning free for last beach time in Wanning. Midday ring-island high-speed train to Sanya (30 minutes through spectacular coastal scenery). Afternoon visit to Nanwan Monkey Island — ride the longest over-water cable car in China to see 2,500+ macaques roaming freely. Hotel check-in in Sanya.

Day 6: Nanshan Temple & Tianya Haijiao

Visit Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone with the 108-meter Guanyin statue. Explore Nanshan Temple and scenic coastal paths. Afternoon at Tianya Haijiao ('Edge of the Sky, End of the Sea') — iconic coastal scenery with ancient inscriptions on dramatic granite boulders.

Day 7: Yalong Bay & Tropical Paradise

Morning at Yalong Bay — 7km of powder-white sand and turquoise waters. Optional water sports: jet skiing, parasailing, banana boat. Afternoon at Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park — cable car through rainforest, glass bridge, and panoramic bay views.

Day 8: Tropical Farewell & Departure

Morning visit to Binglang Valley for Li & Miao ethnic culture. Tropical fruit tasting at local plantation. Last-minute shopping for Hainan specialties: coconut products, pearl jewelry, and tropical dried fruits. Transfer to Sanya Airport for departure.

Travel Tip: Hainan Island is a tropical paradise with year-round warm weather. Best visiting season: November to April (dry season, 22-28°C). May to October is rainy season with occasional typhoons. The ring-island high-speed train connects all major coastal cities efficiently. Hainan offers visa-free entry for 59 countries. Try Hainan's 'Four Famous Dishes': Wenchang chicken, Jiaji duck, Dongshan lamb, and Hele crab. Wanning is perfect for surfing beginners with gentle waves and warm water.