12-day cycling tour around Hainan
Day 1: Arrival in Haikou, Capital of Hainan Island
Haikou is a laid back city in the north of Hainan Island. It is the biggest urban area in Hainan and is a great place to begin your tour.
Days 2 to 5: Central Hainan
Rural Chinese countryside doesn’t get better than this. Bike along mountain roads through ethnic minority villages, lush green paddy fields, waterfalls, and tropical rainforest. You will have the opportunity to hike the highest peak of Hainan and raft down mountain rivers. There are some great downhill cycling sections and the support vehicle is on hand to help with the uphills.
Days 5 to 9: South Coast Hainan
Palm tree lined tropical beaches await us in the South. Cycle between tropical beach towns. The most famous area in the south is Sanya. Sanya is one of the fastest growing tropical beach resorts in South-East Asia. You can also choose a snorkeling trip to explore the clear waters and abundant sea life. A surfing trip with lessons is also available. Then bike along the coast and take a boat around the floating villages of Lingshui.
Days 10 to 11: East Hainan
Loop back along the east coast. Highlights include the coconut and banana plantations near Wenchang. The winding pathways through the plantations are perfect for cycling. Cycle through fascinating villages where the local people still weave the palm leaves to create simple structures. These people live in a world apart from the one most of us know.
Day 12: Departure from Haikou
Start Point: Haikou City, Capital of Hainan Island, South China.
End Point: Haikou City, Capital of Hainan Island, South China.