Accommodation
12 nights in local 4- or 5-star standard hotels, twin-share
13 Days China Tour
Pearls of Hainan · Wonders of Sichuan · Chongqing in 3D
This 13-day journey begins with Hainan's tropical coast and Li and Miao culture, continues through Chengdu's pandas, teahouses and Sichuan cuisine, and finishes in Chongqing's extraordinary vertical city. Island time, ancient Shu civilisation, old Ba-Yu streets and the glowing confluence of two rivers unfold in layers, ideal for travellers who want to see several distinct faces of China in one journey.
Route Map
Hainan · Sichuan · Chongqing · 13-Day Route
Arrive internationally in Haikou, travel along Hainan's east coast to Sanya, fly to Chengdu, continue by high-speed rail to Chongqing and depart from Chongqing.
- 1HaikouInternational arrival
- 2Wanning / Boundary IslandHigh-speed rail + ferry
- 3LingshuiFerry
- 4SanyaHigh-speed rail
- 5Chengdu / ChongqingDomestic flight + high-speed rail + departure
Tour Inclusions
What's Included
Meals
Hotel breakfasts + Binglanggu bamboo-basket banquet + Nanshan vegetarian lunch
Guides & Admission
English-speaking guides in Hainan, Sichuan and Chongqing + admission and experiences listed in the PDF
Private Transport
2 airport transfers + private vehicle for 11 days, 9:00 am-7:00 pm
High-Speed Rail
Hainan's east-coast railway and the Chengdu-Chongqing journey
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hands-On Sichuan Cuisine Museum
Discover Sichuan culinary history, its 24 compound flavour profiles and heritage crafts such as Pixian chilli-bean paste. Cook classic dishes with a professional chef and receive a bilingual "Little Master Chef" certificate.
High-Speed Rail to Chongqing · Mountain Streets & Night Views
Take the high-speed train from Chengdu East to Chongqing West. Explore Ciqikou, the Liziba monorail passing through a building, mountain walkways and Shibati, then see Hongya Cave glowing above the Jialing River after dark.
Chongqing in 3D · Make Your Own Hotpot Base
Experience Chongqing's multi-level cityscape from Baixiangju's elevated walkways to the river views at Raffles City. Blend spices and stir-fry a traditional hotpot base, then wander Longmenhao, Xiahaoli and Danzishi old streets.
Huguang Guild Hall · Jiefangbei · Departure
Visit one of China's largest Qing-era guild-hall complexes and learn about the great migration into Sichuan. Continue to Jiefangbei for free time and a Chongqing lunch before your transfer to the airport or railway station.