10 Days China Tour

Pearls of Hainan · Wonders of Sichuan

This 10-day journey connects Hainan's tropical islands and Li and Miao culture with Chengdu's pandas, teahouses, opera and Sichuan cuisine. The pace moves gently from the coast to Chengdu's relaxed local life, ideal for first-time visitors seeking a varied and immersive introduction to China.

Giant pandas in Sichuan

Route Map

Hainan to Sichuan · 10-Day Route

Arrive internationally in Haikou, travel along Hainan's east coast to Sanya, then fly to Chengdu and depart from Chengdu.

Map of the route from Haikou along Hainan's east coast to Sanya and Chengdu
  1. 1HaikouInternational arrival
  2. 2Wanning / Boundary IslandHigh-speed rail + ferry
  3. 3LingshuiFerry
  4. 4SanyaHigh-speed rail
  5. 5ChengduDomestic flight + departure

Tour Inclusions

What's Included

Accommodation

8 nights in 4-star hotels + 1 night in a seaside homestay

Meals

9 breakfasts + Binglanggu bamboo-basket banquet + Nanshan vegetarian lunch

Guides & Admission

Guide services throughout + all admission listed in the itinerary

Private Transport

Private vehicle for 9 days, up to 10 hours per day

High-Speed Rail

All domestic high-speed rail journeys listed in the itinerary

Ferry

Return ferry transfers to Boundary Island and other listed crossings

Domestic Flight

Flight from Sanya to Chengdu

Thoughtful Extras

Up to two complimentary city transfers may be arranged for a traditional Chinese massage experience

Daily Plan

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Haikou

Meet your private driver at the airport and settle into the hotel. The day is intentionally unhurried, giving you time to rest and ease into Hainan's tropical climate.

Meals: none · Transport: private vehicle · Hotel: 4-star hotel in Haikou

Day 2

A Full Day on Boundary Island

Take the train to Wanning/Shenzhou Station through Hainan's countryside, then enjoy Boundary Island's clear water, coral coast, beach and choice of marine activities.

Highlights: crystal-clear sea, island time and China's high-speed rail

Day 3

Nanwan Monkey Island & Binglanggu Cultural Valley

Ride the cable car over the harbour to Nanwan Monkey Island, then enjoy a traditional basket banquet at Binglanggu. Explore Li and Miao villages, heritage workshops and rainforest before a live cultural performance.

Highlights: overwater cable car, Li and Miao culture, traditional basket banquet

Day 4

Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone & Tianya Haijiao

Visit Nanshan's 108-metre Guanyin statue, temple and Longevity Valley, followed by a vegetarian lunch. Continue to Tianya Haijiao for Hainan's blue sea, sculptural rocks and storied coastline.

Highlights: sea-facing Guanyin, Nanshan vegetarian cuisine and Tianya Haijiao

Day 5

Yalong Bay Rose Valley & Tropical Paradise Forest Park

Walk through Yalong Bay Rose Valley, then climb into Tropical Paradise Forest Park for mountaintop viewpoints, an optional glass walkway and sweeping views where rainforest meets the bay.

Highlights: rose gardens, rainforest and mountain-to-sea views

Day 6

Fly from Sanya to Chengdu

Fly from Sanya to Chengdu, where a private transfer takes you to the hotel. The rest of the day is kept relaxed before your Sichuan experiences begin.

Meals: none · Transport: private vehicle · Hotel: 4-star hotel in Chengdu

Day 7

Chengdu at a Local Pace

Slow down in People's Park, sip gaiwan tea at Heming Teahouse and wander Kuanzhai Alley. Try a heritage ear-cleaning experience, with an optional neighbourhood Sichuan dinner and traditional opera in the evening.

Highlights: teahouse life, Kuanzhai Alley, ear cleaning and Sichuan opera

Day 8

Sanxingdui Museum & Archaeology

Enter the extraordinary world of ancient Shu civilisation and explore the stories behind bronze sacred trees, towering figures, gold masks, ceremonial staffs and enigmatic protruding-eye masks.

Highlights: ancient Shu civilisation, museum collections and archaeology

Day 9

Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding

Visit the Moon and Sun nurseries, panda villas and museum while learning about breeding, conservation and rewilding programmes.

Highlights: panda cubs, panda villas and conservation exhibits

Day 10

Sichuan Cuisine Museum & Departure

Explore Sichuan culinary tools, recipes, archival photographs and the traditional craft of Pixian chilli-bean paste, with opportunities to see, hear, taste and cook. Transfer to the airport according to your departure time.

Highlights: Sichuan food culture, bean-paste craft and departure transfer