Yangzi Explorer Cruise

Yangzi Explorer Cruise

Yangtze Explorer is one of the most luxurious ships on the Yangtze River. It has been chosen by many celebrities, such as Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Henry Kissinger, for their Yangtze River cruise ship.

  • Designed by the famous French designer Anthony Dugdale and decorated by famous British designer Andrew Sobenko.
  • Accommodating only 124 passengers, substantially fewer than the customary 300-600 people on Yangtze River cruises, it provides a more spacious and comfortable space for enjoyment.
  • The ratio of crew to passengers is 1:1, offering the most personalized service.
  • The only all-suite cruise ship on the Yangtze River, all rooms have independent river-view balconies.

Cruise Itinerary from Chongqing to Yichang

DAY 1 Arrive in Chongqing

Meals:D

Embarkation at Chaotianmen Port between 16:00-20:30;

Captain's Welcome Reception.

DAY 2 Fuling

Meals:B,L,D

Morning:

Shore excursion to (A)816 Underground Nuclear Project or (B) White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum and local market in Fuling;

Evening:

Shore excursion to enojoy the "War Fire of Three Kingdoms" night Show.

DAY 3 The Three Gorges

Meals:B,L,D

Morning:

Sailing through Qutang Gorge;

Shore excursion to (A) Wushan Goddess Sky Road or (B) Wu Gorge (1.5 hour light hiking);

Afternoon:

Sailing through Wu Gorge;

Experience a unique and tranquil ride along the Shennong Stream on a traditional longboat.

DAY 4 Three Gorges Dam & Disembarkation in Yichang

Meals:B,L

Ship disembarkation at Maoping port;

Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam;

Bus riding to Yichang downtown for leaving.

Cruise Itinerary from Yichang to Chongqing

DAY 1 Arrive in Yichang

Meals:D

16:00 - 20:00 Embarkation at Maoping Dock in Yichang

18:30 - 20:30 Buffet dinner

21:30 Captain's Welcome Reception

DAY 2 Wuyuan Cave

Meals:B,L,D

Morning:

Shore excursion to the Wuyuan Cave;

Afternoon:

Sail through Wu Gorge;

DAY 3 Fengjie

Meals:B,L,D

Morning:

Sail through Qutang Gorge;

Shore excursion to (A)White Emperor City in Fengjie County or (B) meander along the Poetic Trail in Qutang Gorge.

Afternoon:

Shore excursion to Three Gorges Summit.

DAY 4 Zhongxian

Meals:B,L,D

Shore excursion to (A) Shibaozhai or (B) Xituo Ancient Town

DAY 5 Chongqing

Meals:B

Ship disembarkation at Chaotianmen Dock at 09:00 and be transferred to Chongqing airport / railway station for departure.

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Note:

  • Child Price Reductions (Based on Full Prices): babies (0–2) occupying a bed 90% off; children (2–12) NOT occupying a bed 25% off; extra bed 25% off
  • Prices may vary according to your travel time and are higher than above price list during Chinese National Holiday and Chinese Spring Festival. Contact us for the detail price.

Price includes:

  • Accommodations:Double Occupancy (Twin Share)
  • Meals on board
  • Transfers between Maoping Pier and Yichang Tourist Center.
  • Shore excusions listed above (except optional ones)
  • Port taxes & Fuel charge

Price Excludes:

  • Cruise Service Charge: the cruise line charges CNY 150 (approximately US $24.00) upon check-in. Please pay onboard in cash or by credit card.
  • Optional excursions listed above
  • Any optional upgrade supplement upon check-in
  • Personal Expenses Onboard such as bar purchases, photographs, laundry service, telephone and etc.

Cabins info on Yangzi Explorer

  • Deck 2
  • Deck 3
  • Deck 4
  • Deck 5

Deluxe Cabin

Yangzi Explorer Deluxe Cabin
  • Area: 31㎡
  • Beds: Twin beds (2.0m*0.9m) / A King Bed (2.0m * 1.8m)
  • Private Balcony: Yes

Yangtze River Cruise Map

Yangtze Cruise Map

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