Sanya: Nanshan Scenic Area & Yazhou Ancient City Tour Guide for other languages

Experience Sanya’s rich cultural landscape in a day - visit ancient towns, Taoist sea grottos, a giant coastal Guanyin statue, and scenic seaside paths. A perfect blend of history, faith, and nature.
Zhongliao Village: A preserved Li ethnic village known for its traditional stilted wooden homes and rich intangible heritage. Visitors can experience authentic cultural crafts such as Li brocade weaving, coconut carving, and mountain wine brewing. A great starting point to understand the island’s indigenous identity and slower rural lifestyle.

Yazhou Ancient City: Dating back to the Han Dynasty, Yazhou is one of Hainan’s oldest administrative centers. Walk through ancient alleyways and explore well-preserved historical sites including Yazhou Confucian Temple, city walls, and the old government offices. Far from the crowds, this tranquil site offers deep insight into imperial governance and traditional Confucian education in China’s southern frontier.

Nanshan Scenic Area: Located at the southern tip of Sanya, this scenic coastal park is known for its dramatic stone formations, Taoist relics, and the famous “Longevity Southern Mountain” inscription. Once a retreat for poets and scholars, it blends striking natural beauty with centuries-old spiritual significance.

Nanhai Guanyin: Standing 108 meters tall by the sea, the Nanhai Guanyin statue is one of the tallest representations of the Bodhisattva of Compassion in the world. With one face toward the land and two toward the ocean, it symbolizes peace, protection, and blessings for all beings. Set within the serene Nanshan Buddhist complex, the site offers visitors a tranquil experience of spiritual architecture, ocean vistas, and cultural depth.

Tianya Coastal Town: This vibrant seaside complex blends coastal charm with creative culture. Designed around the theme of “the edge of the world” (Tianya Haijiao), it features cafés, galleries, handicraft stores, and art installations. It’s the perfect place to relax, explore modern local culture, or pick up meaningful souvenirs.

Coconut Dream Corridor: This palm-lined seaside promenade stretches along Sanya Bay, offering stunning ocean views and relaxed beachside vibes. It’s especially beautiful at sunset. Stroll along the boardwalk, sip on fresh coconut juice, and watch the sun dip into the South China Sea - a perfect, peaceful conclusion to your cultural journey.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.