Tour Overview

Witness the Famous Three Gorges of China

Discover the Most Mountainous Metropolis in China

Feel Chongqingers' Enthusiasm and the Charm of Their Local Delicacies

Enjoy the famous live show of War Fires of the Three Kingdoms

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2-8 travelers
-per person

Itinenary

Day1

Arrive in Chongqing

Arrive in Chongqing and enjoy hassle-free private arrival transfer. Settle into downtown hotel with full free leisure time for rest and adaptation. No arranged tour activities.
Transfer to the hotel1 hour
Free time

Driver will pick up you to the hotel according to your flight information.

Free activity3 hours

After checking in, you are free to explore the area around the hotel. No vehicle and guide are included.

Day2

Chongqing Cultural Exploration & Cruise Embarkation

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Morning: Visit Three Gorges Museum to explore profound Yangtze River civilization and ancient Bashu cultural heritage. Afternoon: Taste authentic local lunch, then hike the quiet Nanshan ancient path to embrace the original charm of old Chongqing. Evening: Complete boarding procedures for the luxury Yangtze cruise and enjoy a delicate onboard dinner before overnight sailing.
Private transfer20 minutes
Depart from Hotel;9:00-9:20

Gather at the hotel lobby on time, meet your exclusive private guide and board the dedicated private vehicle. The driver will remain on full standby for all inter-scenic spot transfers throughout the entire day.

Visit Three Gorges Museum2 hours
9:30-11:30

Visit the iconic Three Gorges Museum, displaying systematic exhibitions covering Yangtze River geological evolution, Three Gorges Project construction history, ancient Bashu cultural relics, river ecological species and regional folk customs. Gain comprehensive and profound knowledge of local Yangtze civilization and historical heritage. The private car parks steadily in the scenic parking lot and waits for your return.

Enjoy a local lunch1 hour
Selected highly rated restaurant;12:00-13:00

Savor authentic Chongqing and Sichuan-style specialties, tasting classic local dishes with rich regional flavors after a morning of cultural sightseeing.

Private transfer20 minutes
Transfer to Nanshan Mountain Scenic Area;13:00-13:20

Continue the journey by private vehicle to the famous Nanshan Mountain forest scenic area.

Hike Nanshan Ancient Path2.5 hours
13:30-16:00

Stroll along the well-preserved peaceful ancient forest trails hidden in Nanshan Mountain. Breathe fresh mountain forest air, discover hidden ancient historical sites, overlook the layered panoramic city view of mountain-city Chongqing, and experience the quiet and leisurely lifestyle of old Chongqing. Private car stays on standby at the mountain parking lot.

Private transfer30 minutes
Transfer to Yangtze Cruise Pier;16:00-16:30

Head to Chaotianmen Cruise Pier by exclusive private car for subsequent cruise boarding procedures.

Full Cruise Check-in & Boarding Assistance1.5 hours
16:30-18:00

Your professional guide provides one-stop service including luggage consignment, cabin verification, registration and all boarding formalities, ensuring you board the Century luxury cruise ship smoothly and effortlessly.

Enjoy a local dinner1 hour
Selected highly rated restaurant;18:30-19:30

The guide will take you to suitable restaurants based on your food preferences (fee of meals not included).

Private transfer30 minutes
Transfer Back to Cabin

After dinner, you may enjoy free leisure time on the cruise deck to admire the beautiful Yangtze River night scenery. Return to your private cabin for overnight rest while the cruise sails steadily overnight.

Day3

Yangtze Cruise & Fengdu Ghost City Excursion

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Morning: Enjoy optional Tai Chi exercise on the cruise deck, then take a shore excursion to explore the famous Fengdu Ghost City. Afternoon: Savor buffet lunch onboard and experience diverse themed cultural and leisure activities on the cruise. Evening: Taste exquisite onboard dinner and watch the optional Three Kingdoms night show before returning to the cabin for rest.
Optional Morning Tai Chi Experience on Cruise Deck40 minutes
9:00-9:30

Join the free group Tai Chi exercise on the open cruise sun deck to stretch your body, relax your mood and enjoy the gentle river breeze and drifting river scenery.

Organized Shore Excursion to Fengdu Ghost City2 hours
9:30-11:30

Take the official cruise shore excursion to visit renowned Fengdu Ghost City, a unique cultural scenic spot themed on traditional Chinese folk underworld culture. Explore well-arranged ancient architectural complexes built according to traditional Feng Shui layouts, appreciate delicate ancient statues and folk artworks, and learn about traditional Chinese folk legends and cultural beliefs. The cruise waits steadily at the dock throughout the visit.

Enjoy a local lunch1 hour
Buffet Lunch Served Onboard;12:00-13:00

Enjoy a rich and varied buffet lunch on the cruise ship with Chinese and Western dishes fully provided.

Free Onboard Leisure & Themed Cultural Activities2.5 hours
13:00-17:30

Spend leisurely free time on the cruise. You can participate in exclusive onboard themed lectures, traditional handicraft workshops and cultural sharing sessions, or freely stroll on the viewing deck to appreciate the continuous changing riverbank scenery along the Yangtze River.

Enjoy a local dinner1 hour
Formal Onboard Dinner;18:00-19:00

Taste exquisite featured dinner carefully prepared by the cruise catering team.

Optional Paid Night Show: War Fires of the Three Kingdoms Performance1.5 hours
19:30-21:00

Choose to watch the wonderful immersive live show depicting classic Three Kingdoms historical stories (optional at personal expense).

Transfer Back to Cabin
21:00

Conclude all daily activities and evening performances, return to your private cabin and have a good rest. The cruise continues sailing overnight.

Day4

Classic Three Gorges Scenery & Shore Excursions

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Morning: Take the optional shore excursion to Baidi City, a famous scenic spot printed on the 10-yuan banknote. Afternoon: Sail through the spectacular Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge, then visit the primitive Shennv Stream by small boat. Evening: Enjoy onboard dinner and wonderful crew talent show, then return to the cabin for overnight rest.
Optional Shore Excursion to White Emperor City (Baidi City)3 hours
9:00-12:00

Join the optional official shore excursion to Baidi City, a time-honored ancient military fortress printed on the back of China’s 10-yuan banknote. Admire precious centuries-old stone calligraphy inscriptions, trace profound Three Kingdoms historical stories and overlook the stunning surrounding gorge scenery.

Enjoy a local lunch1 hour
Onboard Buffet Lunch;12:00-13:00

Enjoy hearty and diverse lunch dishes on the cruise ship.

Cruise through Qutang Gorge & Wu Gorge1.5 hours
13:30-15:00

Stand on the exclusive cruise viewing deck to fully appreciate the breathtaking natural scenery of the two core Three Gorges sections. Marvel at the steep and precipitous cliff landforms of Qutang Gorge and the misty, rolling green peak scenery of Wu Gorge, feeling the grandeur of the Yangtze River.

Shore Excursion to Shennv Stream2 hours
15:10-17:10

Take a dedicated small sightseeing boat to explore Shennv Stream, a clear and elegant tributary of the Yangtze River. Drift through narrow deep valleys and lush primitive vegetation, enjoy the secluded, fresh and natural mountain stream ecological scenery far away from urban noise.

Enjoy a local dinner1 hour
Onboard Dinner;18:00-19:00

Have a relaxing and satisfying dinner on the cruise after a full day of gorge sightseeing.

Enjoy Onboard Crew Cabaret & Talent Show1.5 hours
19:30-21:00

Watch the wonderful exclusive crew performance show, including singing, dancing and interactive talent programs, experiencing rich onboard cruise entertainment culture.

Transfer Back to Cabin
21:00

Finish the full-day sightseeing and evening entertainment, return to your exclusive cabin for overnight rest.

Day5

Leisure Onboard Cruise Experience

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Morning: Participate in various onboard cultural activities and leisure experiences while cruising along the Yangtze River. Afternoon: Enjoy free leisure time and prepare luggage and documents for tomorrow’s disembarkation. Evening: Taste the exclusive closing dinner onboard and have a peaceful overnight rest in the cabin.
Onboard Self-Guided Cultural & Leisure Activities3 hours
9:00-12:00

Freely participate in various exclusive onboard activities, including Yangtze River culture sharing, traditional tea art tasting, travel photography workshops and interactive cultural salons. You can also relax quietly on the sun deck to enjoy the smooth river sailing scenery.

Enjoy a local lunch1 hour
Onboard Buffet Lunch;12:00-13:00

Taste rich Chinese and Western integrated buffet lunch on the cruise.

Free Leisure Time & Disembarkation Preparation4.5 hours
13:00-17:30

Enjoy full free leisure time to rest, organize personal luggage, sort travel souvenirs, and listen to the crew’s official briefing on next day’s disembarkation and Three Gorges Dam tour arrangement.

Enjoy a local dinner1 hour
Exclusive Closing Dinner on Cruise;18:00-19:00

Enjoy the exquisite closing themed dinner on the cruise, concluding the wonderful Yangtze River sailing experience.

Transfer Back to Cabin
20:00

Complete the closing dinner and daily arrangements, prepare luggage for disembarkation and enjoy a peaceful overnight rest on the cruise.

Day6

Three Gorges Dam Sightseeing & Yichang Stay

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Morning: Disembark in Yichang and visit the grand Three Gorges Dam Project to appreciate the world-famous water conservancy landscape. Afternoon: Taste authentic Hubei local lunch and enjoy free leisure time in Yichang downtown. Evening: Have local characteristic dinner and transfer back to downtown hotel for overnight stay.
Private transfer20 minutes
Disembark at Maoping Pier & Private Pick-up;9:00-9:20

Complete cruise disembarkation procedures at Maoping Pier in Yichang. Your dedicated private guide and driver will wait at the pier exit in advance, provide full luggage pickup service and transfer you by exclusive private car.

In-depth Visit to Three Gorges Dam Project2.5 hours
9:20-11:50

Take the scenic shuttle bus to the core viewing platform of Three Gorges Dam. Witness the magnificent scale of the world’s top water conservancy project, overlook the vast reservoir water surface and surging Yangtze River. Listen to professional explanations to learn about the project’s flood control, power generation, shipping and ecological protection functions.

Private transfer20 minutes
Transfer to Yichang Local Restaurant;11:50-12:10

Take a comfortable private car ride to a local reputable restaurant featuring authentic Hubei flavors.

Enjoy a local lunch1 hour
Selected highly rated restaurant;12:3013:30

Savor characteristic Hubei river fresh dishes and local farmhouse specialties to experience Yichang regional catering culture.

Yichang Downtown Free Leisure Time3 hours
13:30-16:30

Stroll around Yichang tourist center and urban business district. You can purchase local characteristic souvenirs, taste casual snacks or take a rest freely. Private vehicle remains on standby throughout the period.

Enjoy a local dinner1 hour
Local Dinner in Yichang;17:00-18:00

Enjoy a hearty local dinner to relax after a full day of scenic sightseeing.

Private transfer1 hour
Private Transfer & Hotel Check-in;18:00-19:00

After dinner, take the exclusive private car transfer back to downtown Yichang hotel. Complete check-in procedures smoothly and settle in for the night.

Day7

Departure from Yichang

According to your actual flight or train schedule, your exclusive guide and driver will provide punctual private drop-off service. Transfer safely to Yichang Sanxia Airport or Yichang Railway Station to finish the entire Yangtze Three Gorges luxury tour.
Private transfer
Departure from Yichang

Enjoy a leisurely morning at the hotel, arrange your personal belongings and prepare for departure.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

Transportation within the scenic spots
English-speaking tour guide
6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast
Entrance tickets to all attractions
Transportation between cities (flight or high speed train)
One bottle of water daily

Exclusions

International flights
Visa fees
Personal expenses
Tips for guide and driver (recommended : $8.88 USD / person / day)

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