6-Day Yangtze Cruise(Yichang to Chongqing ) Tour from Shanghai

Embark on a five-star cruise, where you’ll be captivated by the stunning views of Xiling Gorge, Wu Gorge, and Qutang Gorge, seamlessly merging the grandeur of the Yangtze River with urban charm. 

Explore enchanting cyberpunk city of Chongqing and relish in its authentic hot pot.

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Price based on 2 travelers in a 4-star hotel

Highlights

  • Behold the majestic landscapes of Three Gorges.
  • Visit the Three Gorges Dam.
  • Capture photographs of the train weaving through Liziba.
  • Wander through the ancient town of Ciqikou.
  • Admire the dazzling lights of Hongya Cave at night.
  • Savor the rich flavors of authentic hotpot.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Pick-up from the airport Yichang and transfer to the cruise ship terminal.
  • None

Upon arrival, your local tour guide will greet you in the airport's arrival hall with a sign bearing your name, then escort you to the Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal in Yichang. From there, a shuttle will take you to the cruise ship terminal.

Dinner will be at your own arrangement.

Three Gorges Cruise
Three Gorges Cruise
Day 2 Additional optional shore excursion, Shore Excursion-Three Gorges Dam Site, sail through Xiling Gorge
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Shore Excursion-Three Gorges Dam Site, alternative optional excursion: Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift. 

Three Gorges Dam
Three Gorges Dam

Additional optional shore excursions to the Tribe of the Three Gorges or Hometown of Qu Yuan.

Return to the ship and sail through Xiling Gorge.

Xiling Gorge
Xiling Gorge
Day 3 Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge/Qutang Gorge, Additional optional Shore Excursions
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Excursion to Shennong Stream. Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to Goddess Stream.

Goddess Stream
Goddess Stream

Scenic cruising Wu Gorge/Qutang Gorge.

Qutang Gorge
Qutang Gorge

Additional optional Shore Excursions - White Emperor City and "Return to the Three Gorges" Show.

White Emperor   City
White Emperor City
Day 4 Jade Emperor Scenic Area, Shore excursion, Additional optional excursion
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Excursion to Jade Emperor Scenic Area.

Shore excursion to Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park and Mt. Shuanggui Depending on river conditions, an alternate excursion may be substituted to Shibaozhai.

Additional optional excursion to Fengdu's Ghost City.

Fengdu's Ghost City
Fengdu's Ghost City
Day 5 Disembarkation in Chongqing, Visit Chongqing
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Disembarkation in Chongqing (9:00 am),the cruise arrival time in Chongqing may vary depending on the day's itinerary.

Upon disembarking, a guide and driver will greet you and begin your exploration of Chongqing.

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." 

Liziba Light Rail Station
Liziba Light Rail Station

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. 

Bird's Eye View of Chongqing
Bird's Eye View of 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.  

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.

Chongqing hotpot
Chongqing hotpot

After dinner, you'll enjoy the renowned night views of the mountain city. 

Night view of mountain city Chongqing
Night view of mountain city Chongqing

Concluding today's tour, the guide will escort you back to the hotel to rest. 

Day 6 Hotel to airport Transfer (Chongqing)
  • Breakfast

The guide and driver will pick you up at the hotel to depart for Chongqing Airport, where you'll board 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.

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