SOUTHERN COASTLINE ODYSSEY — 10 Days Through Nanning, Beihai & Dongxing

Your private chauffeur will be waiting at Nanning Wuxu International Airport holding a name sign. Transfer to your hotel takes approximately 40–50 minutes. No strenuous activities are scheduled today. After a transpacific flight, rest and recovery are paramount.

In the afternoon, visit the Guangxi Ethnic Museum (free entry, open Tuesday–Sunday 09:30–17:00, closed Mondays). This museum houses the world's largest collection of bronze drums — ancient instruments of the region's indigenous peoples — and comprehensive exhibits on the Zhuang, Yao, Miao, Dong, and Jing ethnic cultures. The museum is located approximately 20 minutes by car from your hotel.

In the early evening, your guide will take you to Zhongshan Road Night Market, where street vendors serve fresh tropical fruits, grilled seafood, and the region's famous rice noodles. This is Nanning's most authentic culinary experience.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Nanning City Center (a five-star IHG hotel rated 9.4/10 on Trip.com with over 9,000 reviews)
Meals Included: Welcome Dinner

Morning high-speed train from Nanning East Station to Beihai Station (approximately 1 hour 20 minutes). Upon arrival in Beihai, a private vehicle transfers you to Beihai International Ferry Terminal (approximately 15 minutes by car).

Board a high-speed ferry to Weizhou Island — the crossing takes approximately 70–90 minutes. Ferry tickets can be booked through the official "嗯噢哇" WeChat mini-program. One-way fare is ¥150 per person for standard class. We recommend booking 3–7 days in advance.

Weizhou Island is China's youngest volcanic island, formed by volcanic eruptions approximately 30,000 years ago, and the largest volcanic island in China. An island admission ticket of ¥98 per person is required and includes access to all core scenic areas.

In the afternoon, visit Crocodile Mountain Volcano National Geopark — the heart of Weizhou Island's volcanic landscape. The park is centered on the island's volcanic crater, now a crescent-shaped bay where lava flows, sea cliffs, and marine erosion platforms create a dramatic coastline. The park is open daily 08:00–18:00, with admission included in the island ticket. The sightseeing shuttle bus within the geopark costs ¥25 per person round trip, payable on-site.

After the geopark, head to Nanwan Marine Sports Park. Here you may choose from jet ski rides past volcanic cliffs, sunset sailing, or yacht excursions (¥178–189 per activity). Note: Bryde's whales may be spotted in surrounding waters from December through April, though sightings are not guaranteed.

Island Transport: Weizhou Island's primary transport is electric scooters and sightseeing carts. Your guide will arrange a chartered sightseeing cart with driver (approximately ¥400 per day for the group) for seamless island-wide transfers.

Accommodation: Fannsu·Qi Coast Light Luxury Sea View Guesthouse (Weizhou Island) (rated 4.8/5 on Ctrip, located in Shiluokou Beach area with first-line sea views)
Meals Included: Breakfast

Rise early for sunrise at Colorful Beach, where volcanic rock platforms meet the sea and the morning light reveals layers of mineral-rich rock in shades of ochre, rust, and green.

After breakfast, visit the Weizhou Island Catholic Church (also known as the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary), built by French missionaries in 1853. The church is constructed from volcanic rock and coral stone quarried from the island, its weathered neo-Gothic facade rising against a tropical sky. Free entry, open daily.

In the afternoon, explore Dripping Danping, a dramatic sea cliff where mineral-laden water seeps through the rock face. End the day at Shiluokou Beach, widely considered the best sunset viewpoint on the island. In the evening, visit Nanwan Street Seafood Market, where you can select fresh catch and have it cooked on the spot by local stalls.

Accommodation: Fannsu·Qi Coast Light Luxury Sea View Guesthouse (Weizhou Island)
Meals Included: Breakfast

A relaxed morning on the island. Depending on ferry schedules, you may have time for a final walk along the shore before departure.

Midday, board the return ferry to Beihai International Ferry Terminal (approximately 70–90 minutes). Upon arrival, a private vehicle transfers you to your hotel.

In the afternoon, experience mangrove forest clam-digging at the Beihai Mangrove Forest Scenic Area. As the tide recedes, you will walk onto the exposed mudflats among the mangrove roots to dig for clams, catch crabs, and harvest razor shells — a traditional coastal livelihood. Adult admission is ¥75 per person, including the sightseeing vehicle; clam-digging tool rental costs an additional ¥50 per set. Please note: Clam-digging can only be done at low tide; your guide will consult the local tide chart and arrange the visit at the optimal time.

In the evening, visit Qiaogang Fengqing Street, a vibrant food district founded in 1978 by ethnic Chinese returning from Vietnam. The street was named one of Guangxi's Top 10 'International Flair' Districts in 2025. Here you can sample Vietnamese spring rolls, crab noodle soup, and iced coconut coffee among over 300 food stalls and restaurants.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Beihai Silver Beach (a five-star IHG hotel rated 9.5/10 on Trip.com with over 7,600 reviews, directly adjacent to Silver Beach, less than 5 minutes' walk to the shore)
Meals Included: Breakfast

A full morning at Silver Beach, with time to walk the shoreline at your own pace. The beach stretches 24 kilometers along the Beibu Gulf — its fine white quartz sand gives the beach its name and its distinctive pale color. Morning is the ideal visiting time, before the midday sun.

Late morning, visit Beihai Old Street (Zhuhai Road), a 1.4-kilometer arcaded pedestrian street lined with colonial-era buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In the afternoon, take the high-speed train from Beihai Station to Hepu Station — approximately 15 minutes. Visit the Hepu Han Dynasty Culture Museum, built directly atop the archaeological site of the Han Dynasty port that launched the Maritime Silk Road. The museum houses over 5,200 artifacts, including 21 first-class national treasures such as the Western Han bronze phoenix lamp. Free entry with valid ID, open Tuesday–Sunday 09:30–17:00, closed Mondays.

After the museum visit, return by high-speed train to Beihai. Prepare for the evening excursion: at approximately 17:30, depart from your hotel for Haesi Shougang Scenic Area in Hepu (approximately 40 minutes by car). This scenic area is built around the site of the Han Dynasty's Hepu port. The nighttime ticket includes the live performance — a spectacular show featuring traditional molten iron fire displays, drone light shows over the harbor, and historical reenactments. Adult full-day tickets including the performance start from ¥145. Opening hours: weekdays 14:30–00:00, weekends and holidays 10:30–00:00. Evening performances typically begin around 19:50.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Beihai Silver Beach
Meals Included: Breakfast

A relaxed morning in Beihai. Enjoy a final stroll along Silver Beach or simply rest at the hotel.

Late morning, transfer to Beihai Station for the high-speed train to Nanning East Station (approximately 1 hour 15 minutes). At Nanning East, transfer to the connecting high-speed train to Dongxing Station (approximately 50 minutes). Total journey time including transit is approximately 2.5–3 hours. A private vehicle will meet you at Dongxing Station and transfer you to your hotel.

In the late afternoon, walk along Wanwei Golden Beach, a 13-kilometer stretch of golden sand and calm waters that faces the Gulf of Tonkin. This is the homeland of the Jing ethnic group, China's only maritime ethnic minority.

Please Note — Border Area: Dongxing is a border zone. Please carry your passport at all times, as random border checks may occur.

Accommodation: Vienna International Hotel (Dongxing High-Speed Rail Station Erqiao Port Branch) — a classic Jin Jiang Group hotel, newly renovated in 2025, with 180 modern rooms, free Wi-Fi, free laundry, parking, and electric vehicle charging stations, rated 5/5 on its official website and noted for being a government-designated reception hotel 
Meals Included: Breakfast

Morning visit to the Jing Ethnic Museum in Wanwei Village (free entry, open Tuesday–Sunday 09:00–16:30, closed Mondays). This is the only museum in China dedicated to the Jing people — a maritime ethnic group of fewer than 30,000 who have fished these waters for centuries.

Along the beach at Wanwei Golden Beach, you may have the opportunity to observe Jing fishermen demonstrating traditional techniques: stilt fishing, where fishermen perch on tall wooden stilts to cast nets in deeper water, and rake-net harvesting, where shellfish are gathered using long-handled rakes at low tide. Both practices are recognized as intangible cultural heritage. Important: During the annual Ha Festival (typically July), these demonstrations are elaborate and well-organized. Outside the festival season, individual fishermen occasionally demonstrate these techniques along the beach, but scheduled displays cannot be guaranteed on any specific day. Your guide will advise on local conditions.

In the afternoon, visit the Dongxing Border Gate Scenic Area, where the Beilun River Bridge connects China and Vietnam. Walk the Sino-Vietnamese border markets along the river, where vendors sell Vietnamese coffee, coconut candy, tropical fruits, spices, and handicrafts.

Note: Crossing the Beilun River Bridge into Vietnam requires a valid Vietnamese visa, which is not included in this itinerary.

Accommodation: Vienna International Hotel (Dongxing High-Speed Rail Station Erqiao Port Branch)
Meals Included: Breakfast

A relaxed morning in Dongxing. You may revisit the border market for last-minute souvenir shopping or simply enjoy a Vietnamese-style drip coffee at a riverside cafe.

Afternoon high-speed train from Dongxing Station to Nanning East Station (approximately 50 minutes). Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel.

In the late afternoon, visit Qingxiu Mountain Scenic Area, Nanning's 13-square-kilometer central park of subtropical forests, lakes, and temples. Rated a 5A scenic area, it offers walking trails, botanical gardens, and panoramic views of the city. Admission is ¥20 per person.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Nanning City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast

A full-day excursion to Detian Transnational Waterfall, Asia's largest cross-border cascade. The waterfall straddles the China-Vietnam border, spanning over 200 meters in width and plunging in three tiers through dramatic karst landscapes.

Depart Nanning at 07:00 for the approximately 3-hour drive to Detian. Upon arrival, take the scenic shuttle into the park. A bamboo raft ride (¥48 per person) brings you directly to the base of the falls, where you can feel the spray and hear the thunderous cascade up close. Across the river, you can see Vietnam's Ban Gioc Waterfall, creating a rare transnational panorama.

Best Viewing Time: During the dry season (November through April), upstream Vietnam releases water daily from approximately 12:00 to 14:00. We time the visit so you arrive during this window for the most powerful water flow.

The scenic area is open year-round, 07:30–18:30. Admission is ¥115 per person including the shuttle bus.

After the visit, return to Nanning in the late afternoon. In the evening, gather for a farewell dinner at a carefully selected local restaurant, featuring the delicate, fresh flavors of Guangxi cuisine.

Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Nanning City Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

A relaxed final morning. Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a last walk or simply a quiet coffee.

At the appointed time, a private vehicle transfers you to Nanning Wuxu International Airport for your departure flight. Nanning Airport operates direct international flights to major Southeast Asian hubs including Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore, with convenient onward connections to North America and Europe.

Meals Included: Breakfast