5-Day Yangtze Cruise(Chongqing to Yichang) Tour from Shanghai
Embark on a voyage through the Panda Pavilion at Chongqing Zoo and relish in its authentic hot pot.
Set sail on a luxurious five-star cruise, where the breathtaking vistas of Xiling Gorge, Wu Gorge, and Qutang Gorge intertwine the majestic splendor of the Yangtze River with the allure of urban sophistication.
Price based on 2 travelers in a 4-star hotel
Highlights
- Admire the dazzling lights of Hongya Cave at night.
- Savor the rich flavors of authentic hotpot.
- Visit the Panda Pavilion at Chongqing Zoo.
- Capture photographs of the train weaving through Liziba.
- Wander through the ancient town of Ciqikou.
- Behold the majestic landscapes of Three Gorges.
- Visit the Three Gorges Dam.
Tour Itinerary
- Dinner
Board your flight to Chongqing from Shanghai. Upon arrival, your local tour guide will greet you at the airport's arrival hall, holding a sign with your name, and then accompany you to your hotel in Chongqing, where you can relax.
At the appointed time, the guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel, and you'll head out for dinner to savor an authentic Chongqing hotpot.
After dinner, you'll enjoy the renowned night views of the mountain city.
Concluding the tour, the guide will escort you back to the hotel to rest.
- Breakfast, Lunch
The guide and driver will collect you from the hotel to begin your visit to Chongqing city.
Liziba Light Rail Station
Liziba is the name of a station on Chongqing Metro Line 2, where you can witness the spectacle of the light rail passing "through the buildings" in this "mountain city." Located within a small building, every time a light rail train enters or exits Liziba station, it creates the spectacle of "light rail passing through the building."
Goose Neck Park
Very popular with the locals who come here to enjoy the gardens, play Mahjohngg, make music or just relax. Enjoy nice views over the river and Chongqing.
Lunch at a local restaurant, where you can sample local Sichuan cuisine. Your guide will assist in ordering based on your preferences.
After lunch, the guide will assist you with checking into the hotel in Chongqing, where you can relax.
Panda Room in Chongqing Zoo
In Panda Room, visitors can see the giant and lesser pandas and their offspring.
After the tour, the guide and driver will take you to the cruise pier to board the cruise, embarking on your Yangtze Cruise journey.
Dinner is at your arrangements.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Additional optional shore excursion-Fengdu's "Ghost City".
Shore excursion-Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to Shibaozhai.
Additional optional shore excursion (river conditions permitting) to Fengyan Sanguo "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" Show (evening)
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Navigating through the scenic Qutang Gorge and cruising along Wu Gorge.
Shore Excursion—Goddess Stream. Depending on river conditions, an alternative excursion to Shennong Stream may be offered.
An additional optional shore excursion to White Emperor City is available.
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Shore Excursion-Three Gorges Dam Site, alternative optional excursion: Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift.
After the morning tour, take a shuttle to the Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal. There, your guide and driver will meet you and transfer you to Yichang Airport for your flight back to Shanghai.
What's Included
- Three Gorges Cruise.
- Entrance fees to attractions are listed above.
- Private tour guide and driver throughout the tour.
- Authentic local meals are listed in the itinerary.
- Centrally located hotels with breakfast.
- Service charge & government taxes.
Good to Know
- Round-trip airfare to and from Shanghai is to be purchased independently by you. We can adjust the itinerary based on your arrival and departure flights.
- This is a private tour. The local private English-speaking guide and the private car will serve your group only.
- You will receive a confirmation letter within 24 hours of making your payment.
- There is absolutely no forced shopping.