Shenzhen: Zhuhai Gaolan Coast & Sea Views Private Day

Swap the skyscrapers for sweeping sea views on this relaxed private day trip from Shenzhen to the wild coast of Zhuhai's Gaolan peninsula, also known as Dolphin Bay. After a comfortable pickup from your Shenzhen hotel, your private car and English-speaking guide drive you about two hours along the coast to one of the prettiest and least-developed shorelines in the Pearl River Delta.

This is a scenic coastal outing taken at an easy, comfortable pace. Setting out from the seaside village of Shabaishi, you follow a gentle path up to a breezy ridge that opens onto wide ocean panoramas. White wind turbines turn slowly above you, clouds drift over the deep-blue sea, and weathered boulder clusters and the famous 'Sun Stone' create a striking land-and-sea tableau. Your guide sets the tempo around your comfort, with plenty of stops for photos and rest.

Gaolan Island has a long history: its clear waters and fine sand once served as a natural beacon on the ancient Maritime Silk Road, and prehistoric rock carvings can still be found on the island, which your guide will tell you about. A relaxed lunch is included with a view, and there is time to simply enjoy the sea breeze.

By late afternoon you make your way back down to the private vehicle for the ride home to Shenzhen. Ideal for couples, families and travellers who love coastline, fresh air and authentic, crowd-free Chinese scenery without any tough terrain.

A relaxed private coastal day from Shenzhen to Zhuhai's Gaolan peninsula. Enjoy ocean ridge views, windmills and boulder formations, with hotel pickup, private car, English guide and lunch.