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5-Day Chongqing & Yangtze Three Gorges Cruise Tour

🌃 Discover Chongqing's layered mountain-city history before boarding a relaxing Yangtze River cruise through the legendary 【Three Gorges】, with cultural shore excursions, dramatic canyon scenery, peaceful tributaries, and a final visit to the monumental 【Three Gorges Dam】. 🚢
5-Day
From US$969/pax
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🌃 See Chongqing Across Different Eras
Discover the contrast between Arhat Temple, the historic hillside architecture of Longmenhao Old Street, and Chongqing's illuminated modern skyline from above.
🚢 Cruise Through the Legendary Three Gorges
Relax aboard a Yangtze River cruise as the ship passes through Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge, surrounded by steep mountains and dramatic river scenery.
🏯 Step Ashore for History & Hidden Gorges
Explore the legends and traditional beliefs of Fengdu Ghost City, then travel by smaller boat into the narrow and peaceful scenery of Shennv Stream.
💧 Finish at the Three Gorges Dam
Conclude the cruise with a visit to the immense Three Gorges Dam, viewing the Yangtze River and one of China's most significant modern engineering projects from the dam area.
Day
01
Chongqing Airport / Railway Station → Arhat Temple → Longmenhao Old Street → City Skyscraper Observation Deck → Chongqing Hotel
Approx. 20-45 km / 1-2 hrs
Day
02
Chongqing Hotel → Three Gorges Museum → Nanshan Mountain Ancient Path → Yangtze Cruise Pier → Cruise Ship
Approx. 25-40 km / 1.5-2 hrs
Day
03
Yangtze River Cruise → Fengdu Ghost City → Yangtze River Cruise
No scheduled intercity road transfer / Cruise day
Day
04
Yangtze River Cruise → Qutang Gorge → Wu Gorge → Shennv Stream → Yangtze River Cruise
No scheduled intercity road transfer / Cruise day
Day
05
Cruise Ship → Maoping Pier → Three Gorges Dam → Yichang Tourist Center → Yichang Airport / Railway Station
Approx. 45-65 km / 1.5-2 hrs
Day
01
Selected Hotel in Chongqing
Standard Double Room
Day
02
Selected Yangtze River Cruise Ship
Standard Cabin
Day
03
Selected Yangtze River Cruise Ship
Standard Cabin
Day
04
Selected Yangtze River Cruise Ship
Standard Cabin
The Cost Includes

• Professional licensed English-speaking guide for scheduled private land sightseeing and transfers

• Private air-conditioned vehicle for scheduled land transfers in Chongqing and Yichang

• Admission tickets and activities listed in the itinerary

• 1 night of hotel accommodation in Chongqing

• 3 nights of accommodation aboard a selected Yangtze River cruise ship

• Hotel breakfast on Day 2

• Scheduled cruise meals from embarkation dinner on Day 2 through breakfast on Day 5

• Scheduled shore excursion to 【Fengdu Ghost City】

• Scheduled shore excursion to 【Shennv Stream】

• Cruise sightseeing through 【Qutang Gorge】 and 【Wu Gorge】

• Scheduled shore excursion to 【Three Gorges Dam】

• Standard onboard cultural activities listed in the cruise itinerary

• Chongqing cruise-pier transfer and Yichang departure transfer

The Cost Excludes

• International and domestic flights or train tickets to Chongqing and from Yichang

• China visa

• Day 1 meals and Day 2 lunch

• Lunch and dinner on Day 5

• Optional 【White Emperor City】 shore excursion

• Optional War Fires of the Three Kingdoms show

• Optional cruise activities, excursions, cabin upgrades, or services not included in the selected sailing

• Drinks and personal expenses not included with scheduled cruise meals

• Single Room / Single Cabin Supplement

• Travel insurance

• Tips to guides, drivers, and cruise staff

• Any service not specifically listed under "The Cost Includes"

Booking Notice

• The published reference price is based on 2 adults traveling together. The final price may vary according to travel dates, cruise ship, cabin category, hotel selection, and number of participants.

• Private sightseeing and transfers are arranged in Chongqing and Yichang. The Yangtze River cruise, onboard activities, and cruise shore excursions are shared with other cruise passengers.

• To complete the scheduled Day 1 half-day sightseeing, an earlier arrival in Chongqing is recommended. A late arrival may require the sightseeing schedule to be adjusted.

• The selected Yangtze cruise normally boards in Chongqing in the late afternoon or early evening on Day 2. The final pier and boarding time will be confirmed before departure.

• Seasonal water levels may affect the Chongqing embarkation pier. If the ship cannot dock at the usual Chongqing pier, a land transfer to an alternative embarkation point may be required.

• Cruise schedules, shore excursions, and onboard activities may change according to the selected ship, water level, weather, navigation conditions, and local operating arrangements.

• 【Fengdu Ghost City】 and 【Shennv Stream】 are scheduled shore excursions in this version. 【White Emperor City】 and the War Fires of the Three Kingdoms show are treated as optional unless specifically confirmed in the final quotation.

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for Chongqing's hillside streets, the Nanshan walking section, and shore excursions.

• On Day 5, the cruise disembarks in the Yichang area before the 【Three Gorges Dam】 excursion. An afternoon flight or train is recommended to allow sufficient time for the excursion and onward transfer.

• This itinerary can be customized according to your arrival schedule, preferred cruise ship, cabin requirements, and onward travel plans.

Refund Policy

• More than 30 days before departure: 10% cancellation fee

• 30-15 days before departure: 20% cancellation fee

• 14-7 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee

• 6-2 days before departure: 50% cancellation fee

• Less than 48 hours before departure or no-show: 100% cancellation fee

• Any non-refundable costs already incurred for hotels, tickets, transportation or other services will be deducted from the refundable amount.

FAQ
Is this a private tour?
The Chongqing and Yichang land sightseeing and transfers are private. The Yangtze River cruise, onboard activities, and scheduled cruise shore excursions are shared with other passengers.
What type of cruise cabin is included?
This version is based on a standard cabin aboard a selected Yangtze River cruise ship. Specific ship, cabin size, deck, balcony arrangement, and upgrade options will be confirmed with the final quotation.
Can the Chongqing embarkation pier change?
Yes. Water levels and navigation conditions may occasionally require the cruise to use an alternative embarkation point. The final pier and any necessary transfer arrangements will be confirmed before boarding.
Are 【White Emperor City】 and the War Fires of the Three Kingdoms show included?
No. They are treated as optional activities in this itinerary unless your final quotation specifically states otherwise.
Which shore excursions are included?
The scheduled program includes 【Fengdu Ghost City】, 【Shennv Stream】, and 【Three Gorges Dam】. Exact shore-excursion arrangements may vary according to the selected cruise ship and sailing conditions.
Are meals included during the Yangtze River cruise?
Yes. This version includes the scheduled embarkation dinner on Day 2, breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Days 3-4, and breakfast on Day 5. Day 2 lunch and meals after disembarkation on Day 5 are not included.
Is there a lot of walking?
The overall walking level is light to moderate. Chongqing includes hillside streets and a Nanshan walking section, while the cruise itself is relaxing. Shore excursions involve normal sightseeing on foot, with transportation arranged according to the selected cruise schedule.
Can this itinerary and cruise ship be customized?
Yes. The land sightseeing, arrival and departure arrangements, cruise ship, and cabin category can be adjusted according to your travel dates, interests, and availability.
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