Yangtze River Cruise from Yichang to Chongqing – 5 Days / 4 Nights Upstream

Arrive in Yichang and transfer to the Three Gorges Tourist Center (Yichang Port Pier No. 9) for embarkation procedures.

Complimentary Transfer Services: Guests arriving between 08:00-20:00 designated times are provided with coordinated transfer services from Yichang Airport or Yichang East, North Railway Station railway stations.

• If you arriving at major transportation hubs between 08:00–15:00 will be transferred to Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center;
• Those arriving between 15:00–20:00 will be transferred to Zigui Port(Maoping Port) . Please note that airport transfer service closes one hour earlier than the stated arrival cut-off time.

Important Notes: For a smoother embarkation experience, we recommend booking trains that arrive before 14:30 and flights that arrive before 14:00.

Complimentary Activity: Guests arriving before 16:00 may join a sightseeing excursion through the Gezhou Dam Ship Lock and the eastern section of Xiling Gorge (subject to arrival time; non-refundable if missed).

Guests arriving after 16:00 will transfer directly to Zigui Port (Maoping Port) for embarkation.

*Important Note: Guests are kindly recommended to arrive at Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center (Yichang Port Pier No. 9) before 16:00.

In the evening, settle into your cabin and attend the Cruise Safety Briefing followed by a Welcome Dinner onboard. As the vessel begins its upstream journey, the silhouettes of the surrounding mountains introduce the scale and atmosphere of the Yangtze.

Meals: Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet)
Accommodation: Yangtze River Cruise Ship

This morning, you will experience the Three Gorges Dam Ship Elevator, the world’s largest and most powerful vertical ship elevator. It offers a unique elevated passage across the dam.

Next, you will explore the Three Gorges Dam, a landmark project that has reshaped navigation and hydropower development along the Yangtze River. The visit provides insight into the dam’s engineering design and regional impact.

After rejoining the ship, enjoy lunch onboard as the vessel continues upstream. In the afternoon, sailing through the western section of Xiling Gorge. The landscape narrows into dramatic cliffs and layered rock formations as the vessel proceeds upstream.

Before enjoy buffet dinner, attend the Captain’s Welcome Reception.

In the evening, arrive in Badong County for a shore excursion to Mistvale Haven (Wuyuan Cave). During certain seasons, smaller boats navigate into the tranquil Shennv Stream, offering a more intimate encounter with the gorge scenery.

Seasonal Adjustment:

• April–October: Visit Mistvale Haven
• November–March: Visit Shennv Stream the following morning

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

Morning cruising reveals two of the most iconic sections of the Yangtze: Wu Gorge, known for its elegant peaks and misty contours, and Qutang Gorge, the shortest yet most dramatic of the Three Gorges.

In the afternoon, choose one of the following shore excursions in Fengjie:

• Option A: White Emperor City– A historic riverside site long associated with classical poetry and strategic importance along the Yangtze.
• Option B: Three Gorges Summit– A panoramic viewpoint overlooking Qutang Gorge and surrounding landscapes.

Return to the vessel for dinner. In the evening, enjoy a crew cabaret performance onboard.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:Yangtze River Cruise Ship

Enjoy a relaxed morning onboard with cultural activities and scenic cruising.

In the afternoon, select one of the following excursions in Fuling:

• Option A: Baiheliang Underwater Museum & Fuling Pickled Memory Hall 
  Discover an underwater archaeological site preserving centuries-old river inscriptions preserved underwater. Then learn about Fuling’s century-old pickled vegetable heritage.
• Option B: 816 Underground Project
  Visit a vast subterranean complex constructed in the 1960s, offering insight into a unique period of modern Chinese history.

Important Note: If docking conditions require adjustment to Fengdu Port, the excursion will be replaced with a visit to Fengdu Ghost City.

Return to the ship for the final evening onboard, with time to reflect on the journey through the gorges.

You will have a disembarkation Briefing before enjoy Captain’s farewell dinner.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Yangtze River Cruise Ship

After breakfast, arrive in Chongqing in the morning around 08:30 AM and conclude your cruise journey.

Complimentary Transfer Service: Upon arrive in Chongqing, disembark and transfer to Chongqing Airport or Chongqing East, North, West, and Shapingba railway stations for onward travel arrangements. 

Recommended onward departure: trains after 11:00 and flights after 13:00.

Important Note: If the cruise is unable to dock at Chongqing Port due to weather, water levels, navigation restrictions, or other circumstances beyond the operator's control, guests may disembark at an alternative port. Complimentary transfer service will then be arranged to designated drop-off points in Chongqing urban area.

Meals: Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet)
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:The cruise prices for holidays such as National Holiday (the first week of October), Labor Day, Spring Festival, etc., are quoted upon request.
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: 4 nights onboard for Yichang to Chongqing 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, Day 3 and Day 4; 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 Yichang Embarkation: Guests arriving at major transportation hubs between 08:00–15:00 (Departure time) will be transferred to the Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center; 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 Zigui Port (Maoping Port) for boarding the Yangtze Cruise;
   • For Chongqing/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. Local guides for the arranged shore excursions.
13. Room Service: 24-hour robot delivery service to the room.
14. 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 theport 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).

• What payment methods 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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