A five-day east-coast public-road journey from Haikou through Bo’ao to two bounded Sanya days. Typhoons, protected reserves, water activities, shows, theme parks, wildlife venues and provider products require separate plans.
Hainan East Coast: Haikou to Sanya is a 330 km one-way journey (self-drive). It works best as a 5-day trip; the plan below is the 5-day version for November, built from 268 verified places, with planned transit times, opening hours and daylight checked.
Haikou public heritage day→Haikou public culture day→ 110 kmBo’ao public coast and museum day→ 190 kmSanya public heritage day→ 30 kmSanya confirmed-open public coast day
What you'll see
Hainan Provincial Museum
Explore the rich history and culture of Hainan Island in a gleaming building.
Haikou public heritage day
Haikou public culture circuit
Use confirmed-open public museums, parks and city culture; wildlife parks, shows and theme parks stay optional.
Haikou public culture day
Bo’ao public coast and museum circuit
Use confirmed-open public town, coast and museum access; forum venues, golf and water transport stay optional.
Bo’ao public coast and museum day
Tianya Haijiao
This famous beach, celebrated by ancient writers, bustles with tourists despite its natural beauty.
Sanya public heritage day
Sanya confirmed-open public coast circuit
Use only confirmed-open public coast and suitable shore access; swimming, boats, surfing and all water activities stay optional.
Sanya confirmed-open public coast day
Wugong Temple
Enjoy a pretty temple surrounded by ponds, lilies, and exotic palm trees.
Haikou public heritage day
China (Hainan) Museum of the South China Sea
Explore exhibits on China's South China Sea claims and historical maps.
Bo’ao public coast and museum day
DaDongHai (BigEastSea)
Relax on a beautiful, clean beach in a lively area popular with Russian visitors.
