According to Haiqi Group this May Day Golden Week Holiday will see two new sightseeing coach routes operating on the Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway. At the same time, improvements will be made to the Mulan Bay route.

Tourists riding the Hainan Island sightseeing bus.

Bringing the sightseeing coach lines up to five routes, the new lines will—like the three pre-existing ones—depart from and return to the Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center. One will head down the west side of the island to Qizi Bay in Changjiang while the other will go east to Shimei Bay in Wanning. The other sightseeing coaches go to Mulan Bay in Wenchang, Shanqin Bay in Wanning, and Longmen Point in Danzhou.

Tourists riding the Hainan Island sightseeing bus.

Ticket sales for the new routes has began from April 25. Residents or tourists can book tickets by clicking “立即下单”(Order Now) on the “海汽e行”(Haiqi e-travel) official account, selecting “环岛公路观光巴士”(Island Sightseeing Bus), choosing the travel date and schedule, and clicking “购票”(Purchase Ticket). After a successful purchase, they just need to show their QR code to board.

During the Golden Week (May 1st to the 5th), all Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway Sightseeing Coaches will be running a special CNY 99 "buy one, get one free" promotion including passenger insurance, short-term travel group accident insurance, non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks.

Tourists riding the Hainan Island sightseeing bus.

Highlights:

1. Professional on-board Tour Guides who will provide information throughout the trip.

2. Comfortable, spacious seats.

3. A trouble-free, easy way to see some of Hainan's prettiest scenery.

Locations

Qizi Bay:

Located in Changjiang Li Autonomous County, this pebbly bay has an S-shaped coastline with wonderfully clear water.  The round pebbles that make up the beach provide a different and beautiful experience and the gentle waves makeit an ideal place for sunbathing and swimming. The towns and small villages near the bay are great for getting a glimpse into the local customs, culture and life of the indigenous Li people.

Shimei Bay:

Located in Wanning, Shimei has long been renowned as one of Hainan's ten "most beautiful bays." Featuring soft sandy beaches surrounded by lush vegetation including groves of coconut palms and rubber trees.

Tourists experience the fun of paddleboarding at Wanning Shimei Bay. (Photo by Li Tianping, Hainan Daily)

Shanqin Bay:

Also located in Wanning, this bay is known for its rugged rock formations. The Coastal Scenic Highway hugs the cliffs while giant waves crash on the shore below. A not-to-be-missed location for all visitors to Hainan.

Mulan Bay:

Located north of Puqian Town in Wenchang, this bay has a gentle sloping coastline with a green lawn resembling a natural golf course. The gentle waves make this sandy beach a perfect seaside bathing spot for adults and children. Visitors may also want to check out the Mulan Lighthouse.

Tourists riding the Hainan Island sightseeing bus.

Specific Itineraries:

Route 1: Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center ⇌ Changjiang Qizi Bay

Changjiang Qizi Bay.

1. Schedule:

Departure from Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center: 8:00, 8:30

Return from Changjiang Qizi Bay: 16:00, 16:30

2. Stops:

(1) Assembly at Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center (transit point: Evergreen Park Bus Station) — Juyuan Flower Base — Changhua Town Food Street — Changjiang Qizi Bay Island Route — Return

Route 2: Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center ⇌ Wanning Shimei Bay

Aerial view of the beautiful scenery of Shanqin Bay. (Photo by Liu Yang, Nanhai Net)

1. Schedule:

Depart from Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center: 8:30, 9:00

Return from Wanning Shimei Bay: 16:00, 16:30

2. Stops:

Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center (transit point: Qiongshan Huaqiao Middle School) — Shimei Bay — Wanning Snack Street — Shanqin Bay — Return

Route 3: Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center ⇌ Wenchang Mulan Bay

Wenchang Mulan Bay Lighthouse. (Photo by Song Guoqiang, Hainan Daily)

1. Schedule:

Depart from Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center: 8:30, 9:00

Return from Wenchang Mulan Bay: 17:00, 17:30

2. Stops:

Haikou Comprehensive Transit Center (transit points: Former Residence of Hairui, Old East Coach Station Bus Stop, Hainan Provincial Museum) — Yilong Bay Maritime Library — Coconut Grand View Garden — Wenchang Tea Garden — Mulan Bay Windmill Coast + Mulan Lighthouse — Wenchang Puqian Old Street — Return