Yangtze River Cruise from Chongqing to Yichang – 4 Days / 3 Nights Downstream

Arrive in Chongqing and transfer to the cruise terminal for embarkation.

Complimentary Transfer Services:
Guests arriving at Chongqing Airport or railway stations between 09:00 and 15:00 will be provided with scheduled transfer service to Raffles City Chongqing.
Guests arriving between 15:00 and 20:00 will transfer directly to Chongqing Port for embarkation. Please note that airport transfer service closes one hour earlier than the stated arrival cut-off time.

Recommended arrival schedule: please book trains and flights arriving before 14:00.

Important Note: If the cruise is unable to dock at Chongqing Port due to weather, water levels, navigation restrictions, or other force majeure circumstances, guests will be asked to meet at a designated meeting point in the city between 14:30 and 17:00. Arrival before 16:00 is recommended. The final transfer coach departs at 17:00. The alternative embarkation port is expected to be Fuling No. 5 Pier (涪陵五码头), but is subject to final confirmation based on river and operational conditions. Guests who miss the final coach must arrange their own transportation to the confirmed embarkation port for boarding.

Embarkation is scheduled between 16:00 and 20:00. After boarding, settle into your stateroom and attend the Cruise Safety Briefing. In the evening, enjoy a welcome buffet dinner while the ship begins its journey along the Yangtze River.

Meals: Dinner (welcome buffet, 18:30 - 20:30); Snacks
Accommodation: Yangtze River Cruise Ship

In the morning, choose one of the following shore excursions:

• Option A: Baiheliang Underwater Museum
  Visit this unique underwater museum, where ancient inscriptions carved into the riverbed document centuries of changing water levels along the Yangtze.
  On selected regular 2026 departures, the excursion also includes the Fuling Zhacai History Memory Hall, introducing Fuling’s century-old pickled vegetable heritage.
• Option B: 816 Underground Nuclear Project
  Explore one of the world’s largest underground military construction projects, built during the 1960s deep within a mountain.

Important Note: If docking conditions require adjustment due to weather or navigation restrictions, the excursion may be replaced with a visit to Fengdu Ghost City.

Return to the ship for lunch and enjoy onboard cultural activities.

Before dinner, attend the Captain’s Welcome Reception.

In the evening, enjoy the large-scale live performance “War Fire of the Three Kingdoms.” If canceled, it will be replaced by a small-boat excursion to Wushan Goddess Stream the following afternoon.

Meals: Early Morning Tea and Coffee; Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet); Late-night Snack
Accommodation: Yangtze River Cruise Ship

This morning, choose one of the following shore excursions:

• Option A: White Emperor City
  Explore this historic riverside town known as the “Gateway to the Three Gorges,” long associated with Chinese poetry and classical history.
• Option B: Three Gorges Summit
  Ascend to a panoramic observation point overlooking the dramatic landscape of Qutang Gorge and surrounding mountains.

In the afternoon, the cruise sails through Qutang Gorge, the shortest yet most dramatic of the Three Gorges, followed by Wu Gorge, famous for its elegant peaks and mist-covered mountains.

The vessel continues through the western section of Xiling Gorge, offering magnificent views of the Yangtze River’s rugged canyon scenery.

In the evening, enjoy a lively Crew Cabaret Show onboard.

Meals: Early Morning Tea and Coffee; Breakfast (Chinese & Western Buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western Buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western Buffet); Late-night Snack
Accommodation:Yangtze River Cruise Ship

In the morning, the cruise sails toward the Three Gorges Dam area. You will transfer to a sightseeing vessel and pass through the Three Gorges Ship Elevator, one of the world’s largest and most advanced ship elevator systems. This remarkable engineering experience lifts the vessel vertically across the dam.

After passing through the Ship Elevator, the sightseeing vessel continues through the eastern section of Xiling Gorge before arriving at the Three Gorges Tourist Center in Yichang, where the cruise concludes.

Important Notes:

1. Today's itinerary does not include any onshore visits inside the Three Gorges Dam Scenic Area, such as Tanziling Park or the River Closure Memorial Park. However, during the boat journey from Maoping Port through the ship elevator toward the eastern section of Xiling Gorge,  guests will still enjoy panoramic views of the Three Gorges Dam from the ship’s deck.
2. Today's sightseeing program is complimentary and subject to operational conditions. If the Three Gorges Ship Elevator is unavailable due to weather or other operational reasons, an alternative sightseeing program will be arranged based on local conditions. If the complimentary program cannot be provided, no refund will apply.
3. On selected 2026 departures operating through early December, the sightseeing vessel will also pass through the Gezhou Dam Ship Lock.

Disembark at the Three Gorges Tourist Center at approximately 14:00. A complimentary transfer will then be provided to Yichang Sanxia Airport, Yichang East Railway Station, or Yichang Railway Station.

Important Note: Please schedule onward trains after 16:00 and flights after 17:30 to allow sufficient time for disembarkation and transfers.

Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Not included

1. Subject to Change: All times are provisional and subject to change due to weather or navigational conditions.Shore excursion durations may also vary for safety reasons.
2. Shore Excursions Arrangement: Please select between OPTION A and B for shore excursions by the onboard notification deadline.Failure to choose will default to Option A.
3. Special Holiday Departures: The standard online rates shown on this page do not apply to the following departures: May 2 and October 3, 2026; and February 9, May 1, October 2, and October 5, 2027. Please contact us before booking, as cruise fares and availability for these dates must be confirmed separately.
4. Complimentary Transfer Service from/to Airport/Train Stations: The airport/train station transfer service operates on fixed departure times. For guests in standard cabins, the waiting time will not exceed 30 minutes (arranged reasonably according to their arrival time), and guests may use the Yangtze Cruise Lounge while waiting. For groups of more than 30 people, a dedicated coach can be arranged for immediate pickup and departure. Presidential Suite guests receive direct private transfers. Reserve at least 7 days before boarding.
5. Arranged Shore Excursion: The ARRANGED shore excursions are included in your quotation, so you could visit the sites without extra charge. However, if you do not visit the sites, the fees of arranged shore excursion sites are not refunded. If you do not visit the shore excursions, you could stay on the ship to enjoy some leisure time. And for your safety, you are not allowed to leave your ship on your own.
6. Physical Demands: There are several stairs to climb up at White Emperor City, Three Gorges Summit. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended to visit these sites.
7. Please enquire us of the exact price according to your nationality, cruising time and cruising route.
8. Traveler details required at booking: Full name exactly as shown on the passport, passport number, and a mobile phone number reachable during the trip are required for each traveler. Incorrect or incomplete information may affect safety registration and boarding arrangements.
9. Boarding notice: Final boarding details, including the pier address and boarding time, will be sent before departure. Due to water levels, weather, navigation conditions, or local operational requirements, the embarkation pier may be adjusted. Please follow the latest boarding notice and allow enough time for transfers.

All prices are per person, in US Dollars, based on double occupancy. Government taxes are not included. Rates and promotions are subject to change without notice and cannot be guaranteed until specific cabin category has been confirmed and a deposit of final payment has been applied.

1. Accommodation: 3 nights onboard for Chongqing to Yichang cruise.
   • The rates listed above are per person, based on a standard cabin with double occupancy.
2. Meals: dinner on Embarkation Day; breakfast, lunch, dinner on Day 2 and Day 3; breakfast on Disembarkation Day.
3. Transportation: Airport and train station transfer service on embarkation and disembarkation days (Chongqing airport/train station, Yichang airport/train station).
   • For Chongqing Embarkation: Guests arriving at major transportation hubs between 09:00–15:00 (Departure time) will be transferred to Raffles, Chongqing; Those arriving between 15:00–20:00 (Departure time, airport transfer service closes one hour before the stated cut-off time) will be transferred to Chaotianmen Dock for boarding the Yangtze Cruise;
   • For Yichang Disembarkation: On the day of disembarkation, a unified shuttle service will operate, providing centralized transportation to designated drop-off points;
4. Drinks: Unlimited specific drinks and wines at the restaurant.
5. WiFi: WiFi service onboard during the sailing trip.
6. Porter Service: For embarkation night and disembarkation morning, with luggage delivered to your cabin.
7. Attractions: Entry tickets for scenic spots in the itinerary
8. Tour guide: Explanation service onboard, shore excursions tour guide service.
9. Activities: Activities, Parties & Lectures included in the itinerary (excluding paid items, etc.)
10. Cleaning: Twice-daily room cleaning service.
11. Childcare service: Available during summer holidays, typically July and August, and major holidays;
12. Room Service: 24-hour robot delivery service to the room.
13. Laundry: Free self-service laundry and drying facilities.

1. Meals: Breakfast, lunch on Embarkation Day and lunch, dinner on the Disembarkation Day. Any drinks beyond the unlimited drink list.
2. Transportation: International and domestic flights or trains to / off embarkation and disembarkation cities.
3. China visa fees (if applicable) 
4. Onboard Entertainment: Onboard entertainment during the cruise (e.g., chess room, KTV).
5. Personal consumption: Gratuities for shopping, personalized value-added services (such as SPA, private photography), and any other personal expenses not listed above.
6. Shore Excursion: Optional sightseeing activities and on-site transportation at attractions, such as secondary-ticket items like the cable car within the Three Gorges Summit Scenic Area;
7. Single Room Supplement.
8. All personal expenses, optional self-paid activities and any items or attraction tickets not mentioned in the "included" section.

1. Captain’s Welcome Reception
2. Movie Time on the Sky Observation Deck
3. Cruise Safety Briefing
4. Disembarkation Briefing
5. Captain’s Farewell Dinner
6. Crew’s Artistic Showcase
7. ……

Sky Observation Deck (7F)

- enjoy sunset cocktails, a starlit dinner, or a sky-high party for the ultimate leisure experience above the Yangtze.

Fitness Center (1F)

- join morning Tai Chi, practice yoga with river views, or exercise freely in the self-service gym—your moving mountains-and-waters playground.

Game Room (1F)

- experience Sichuan-style Mahjong battles, or a traditional tea session—an elegant gathering of games and culture by the Yangtze.

Massage Room (1F)

- indulge in Sichuan herbal baths, hot-stone foot therapy, or magnetic acupressure treatments for a revitalizing wellness journey inspired by the currents of the Yangtze.

Vista Theater (-1F)

- savor Sichuan-style tapas, join the Twilight Cocktail Hour, or immerse yourself in an evening of poetry and live music—an ever-flowing cultural feast along the river.

Additional amenities on the ship encompass KTVs (-1F) with the most up-to-date machinery, a Deja Vu Space (Deck 3), a Photo Gallery & Studio (4F), a Riverside Reading Lounge & Parent-Child Paradise (5F), and an array of vibrant retail shops (6F).

• What are theroomslike?

Staterooms range from 28 to 100 m², equipped with Huawei Harmony OS for voice and touch control of settings. Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping, and modern amenities for maximum comfort.

• Aremealsincluded in the fare?

Yes, all meals are included, from morning coffee to late-night snacks. Unlimited designated wine, beer, and soft drinks are available during lunch and dinner. Savor Chinese and Western dishes crafted by a disciple of Hong Kong’s culinary master, plus a complimentary welcome buffet on embarkation night.

• Is the WiFireliable on board?

Yes, full-ship Wi-Fi powered by VSAT and multi-network integration ensures a strong, reliable signal.

• Is laundry available during the cruise?

Yes. Complimentary self-service laundry facilities are available onboard throughout the cruise, allowing guests to refresh their clothing during the journey.

• Is transportation to/from the port convenient?

Yes, it’s effortless and hassle-free. Enjoy complimentary transfer service on embarkation and disembarkation days, with convenient pick-up and drop-off at major locations in Chongqing (Jiangbei Airport, 4 railway stations) and Yichang (Sanxia Airport, 2 railway stations).

• Whatpaymentmethods are accepted on board?

Accepted methods include RMB cash, Alipay, WeChat Pay, and major credit cards (UnionPay, Visa, MasterCard, American Express). And foreign currency exchange service is available at the Front Desk. All purchases can be charged to your cabin account and settled at checkout.

Itineraries may change due to unforeseen issues and/or delays.

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