Cruises to Sanya, China

Quan Yin (goddess of mercy) in center of Buddhism of Sanya city, Hainan province, China.

Tropical Beaches. Cultural Festivals.

Sanya boasts splendid beaches stretching for miles and offers water sports from snorkeling to jet skiing. Asian Dragon Bay is one of the most famously scenic spots on Hainan, a tropical Chinese island that has been called “China’s Hawai`i.” Other popular attractions include Nanwan Monkey Island, home to more than 1,800 endangered macaque monkeys, and the 354-feet-tall statue of the Buddhist goddess of mercy, Guanyin of the South Sea of Sanya, erected on its own island just off the coast.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Sanya

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Beautiful Blues.

shells and pearls isolated on blue background made of little blue rocks

Pearls of Sanya.

Footbridge to pavilion at beach of Wuzhizhou Island

Footbrige to pavilion at beach of Wuzhizhou Island.

Red House in china's traditional stile in buddhism centre, Sanya city, island Hainan, China

Traditional Chinese house in Hainan.

Beautiful beaches of Sanya.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

White Guan Yin statue in Nanshan Buddhist Cultural Park, Sanya, Hainan Island, China.

Famous For

Popular attractions include Nanwan Monkey Island and the Guanyin Statue of Hainan, one of the tallest statues in the world.

Chinese street food. Street trading. Chinese kinds of fresh seafood at an asian seafood market in Sanya, Hainan province, China. Inscription: name food.

Exquisite Flavors

Browse street markets for tropical fruits and seafood skewers, freshly caught and grilled to perfection.

Fun Facts

Sanya has been called “China's Hawaii.” Asian Dragon Bay is one of the most famously scenic spots.

Port Name & Location

Port of Sanya
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The official language is Mandarin. Say hello in Mandarin: Ni Hao!

Time Zone

China Standard Time CST
UTC/GMT +8 hours

Currency & Shopping

Chinese Yuan (CNY) or Renminbi (RMB)
Be prepared to negotiate for pearls.

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Packing for a cruise aboard Norwegian Cruise Line should feel easy because the days ahead will be. Think clothes that don’t rush you, shoes that don’t argue with you, and shorts that work well at noon and at sunset. Out here, it’s less about outfits and more about options. Things you can move in. Breathe in. Accidentally nap in. So before you overthink it (you know you will), here’s the simple truth: if it lets the day take you where it wants to go, pack it. If it doesn’t, leave it home (along with your agenda).

Observation Lounge couple strolling-Alaska.

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If you're reading this article, then most likely your cruise vacation date with Norwegian is quickly sailing your way! Embarkation day is very exciting and involves a lot of moving parts as guests check in and board, luggage is delivered to staterooms, and you get settled in and explore the ship. One of the many great things about sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line is that they have worked hard to ensure that the embarkation process goes as smoothly as possible.

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