Aerial view of Yalong Bay crescent beach with turquoise water and palm trees in Sanya
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Plan 4 days in Sanya with a board you can actually edit

Start with the real Sanya board in Instaboard - mapped stops, day-by-day structure, and live sharing - then tailor the pacing, bookings, and notes to your trip.

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About This Template

Why this Sanya board feels complete

Plan a flexible 4-day Sanya city break with an early morning at Yalong Bay, a pre-booked Wuzhizhou Island ferry for snorkeling, and cultural stops at Nanshan Temple and Tianya Haijiao. Start island and temple days early, and expect busier beaches and higher prices from December through February.

Built itinerary

The itinerary is already built for you, and you can edit, customize, and rearrange it however you want.

Interactive map view

Drag places onto the canvas to plan visually, then see everything you added mapped out in one place.

Phone-ready itinerary

You get a cleaner version of the itinerary on your phone that is easy to use and easy to share.

Real-time collaboration

Everyone sees updates instantly and can make changes together without losing track of the latest version.

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See The Board Before You Open It

Preview the Sanya layout in full.

This is the actual board structure you get when you open the template, not a generic mockup.

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Open instantly

Jump into the board with the structure already laid out so you can start editing immediately.

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Adjust to your pace

Swap stops, reorder days, and reshape the plan without rebuilding the trip from scratch.

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Share with companions

Keep everyone on the same itinerary instead of scattered screenshots and text threads.

Must-Visit Attractions

The key stops are already surfaced for you.

Fresh highlights pulled from the template so you can browse the shape of the trip before opening it.

Yalong Bay in Sanya
Must visit

Yalong Bay

Claim a lounger on the central crescent early, before midday crowds build. The water stays calm and lifeguards flag the safe swim zones.

Wuzhizhou Island in Sanya
Must visit

Wuzhizhou Island

Prebook the first ferry and your snorkel slot online; walk-up tickets sell out on busy weekends. The morning sea is calmest for coral and glass-bottom boats.

Nanshan Temple in Sanya
Must visit

Nanshan Temple (Nanshan Cultural Tourism Zone)

Reserve tickets online for the 8:30 opening and head straight to the first-come boat out to the sea Guanyin platform. Leave time for the temple gardens and coastal walks.

Tianya Haijiao Scenic Area in Sanya
Must visit

Tianya Haijiao Scenic Area

Ask about a combined Nanshan ticket at purchase to save. Take the electric cart to the famous boulders at the far end to skip midday heat and the longest photo line.

Luhuitou Park in Sanya
Must visit

Luhuitou Park

Ride the shuttle up about an hour before sunset, when the queue thins as tour buses leave. The hilltop platform looks out over Sanya Bay lighting up after dark.

Dadonghai Bay in Sanya
Must visit

Dadonghai Bay

A swimmable city beach a short taxi ride from most hotels. Arrive before 3pm for shade and calmer water, then walk the palm-lined promenade toward the beach bars at dusk.

Budgeting At A Glance

Plan the trip cost with less guesswork.

Typical daily costs in CNY (Chinese Yuan).

Budget

Accommodation: $15 - $40 (hostels or budget hotels)

Food: $5 - $12 (night markets and local eateries)

Transportation: $3 - $8 (buses and shared bikes)

Activities: $0 - $15 (public beaches and bay walks)

Mid-range

Accommodation: $60 - $150 (mid-range hotels near the bay)

Food: $20 - $45 (casual dining and seafood restaurants)

Transportation: $10 - $25 (taxis and ride-hailing apps)

Activities: $25 - $60 (island ferries and scenic area tickets)

Luxury

Accommodation: $200 - $500 (luxury beachfront resorts)

Food: $60 - $150 (fine dining and resort restaurants)

Transportation: $50 - $120 (private car services)

Activities: $100 - $250 (private tours and premium water sports)

Money-saving tips

  • Book Wuzhizhou Island ferries and Nanshan tickets online in advance for lower prices and shorter lines.
  • Ask about combined Nanshan and Tianya Haijiao tickets to save on west-coast sights.
  • Eat at night markets and local seafood stalls instead of resort restaurants.
  • Avoid the Chinese New Year peak, when Sanya hotel rates spike.
  • Use buses and ride-hailing apps instead of resort taxis to cut transport costs.

Ready to make this Sanya plan your own?

Open the template, personalize each day, and share the live itinerary with your travel group.