A Week in Hainan: Beaches, Temples, and Local Cuisine Itinerary

Have a refreshing breakfast at Hai Sheng Hainanese Chicken Rice before heading to the Nanshan Temple (Nanshan Si), a sacred Buddhist site with stunning ocean views.

Enjoy a vegetarian lunch at the temple and then explore the Luhuitou Park, known for its lush greenery and romantic legend. Take a cable car ride for a bird's eye view of the city.

For dinner, try the local specialties at Sin Kee Famous Cantonese Chicken Rice. Afterward, take a relaxing evening stroll along the Haikou Century Bridge.

Travel to Sanya and start your day with a hearty breakfast at Yet Con Hainanese Chicken Rice. Then, head to the famous Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park for a day of sun, sand, and sea.

Enjoy a seafood lunch at one of the beachfront restaurants. Afterward, you can relax on the beach, try water sports, or take a walk along the Yalong Bay Love Cube Coastal Promenade.

Watch the sunset over the bay and have a romantic dinner at Chatterbox Hainanese Chicken Rice, known for its beachside dining experience.

Take a day trip to Wuzhizhou Island and explore its crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life. Have a picnic breakfast on the beach.

Return to the mainland for a late seafood lunch at Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice. Afterward, visit the pristine Haitang Bay for some relaxation and water activities.

Enjoy a seafood dinner at a local restaurant and take a romantic evening walk along the bay.

Start your day with a visit to the Binlang Ethnic Village (Binglanggu) to learn about the local Li and Miao cultures. Have a traditional Li-style breakfast at the village.

Explore the End of the Earth (Tianya Haijiao), known for its unique rock formations and folklore. Enjoy a late lunch at a local restaurant.

Head back to Sanya for a relaxing evening at the hotel or take a leisurely walk along the beach. Enjoy a seafood dinner at a restaurant of your choice.

Return to Haikou and spend the morning at leisure. Have a final taste of Hainanese cuisine with breakfast at Boon Tong Kee Hainanese Chicken Rice.

Visit the Sanya Bay (Sanya Wan) for a farewell to the beautiful beaches of Hainan. Enjoy a seafood lunch by the sea.

Explore the local markets for some last-minute souvenirs and gifts. For your final dinner in Hainan, indulge in a seafood feast at a recommended restaurant.

On your last day, take a relaxing morning walk along the Haikou Bay and enjoy the sea breeze. Have a leisurely breakfast at a local cafe.

Depending on your departure time, you can visit any last-minute attractions or simply relax at a local spa. Enjoy a farewell lunch at a recommended restaurant.

Transfer to the airport for your departure, taking with you the memories of a wonderful week in Hainan.