Upstream Yangtze Cruise

5 Days Yichang - Yangtze River - Chongqing

5 Days
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Tour Overview

Experience the classic upstream Yangtze cruise from Yichang to Chongqing. This 5-day journey takes you against the current through the Three Gorges, offering more time to absorb the dramatic scenery. Visit the Three Gorges Dam, sail through the Wu, Qutang, and Xiling Gorges, and cap your journey in the mountain city of Chongqing.

Trip Highlights

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 Yichang Boarding

Board at Maoping Pier in the evening. Welcome buffet dinner and safety briefing. Ship sets sail on the Yangtze. Feast on an international buffet and enjoy evening entertainment. 5-star Century Cruises vessel.

Day 2 Three Gorges Dam

Morning tai chi with coffee. Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam — learn about this mega-engineering feat producing over 100 billion kWh annually. Visit the Dam Museum with 3D displays and sand-table models. Afternoon: sail through Xiling Gorge while enjoying activities on deck.

Day 3 Three Gorges Gems

Small boat excursion into Goddess Stream — narrow gorges with steep cliffs and crystal-clear water. Sail through Wu Gorge with views of the 12 peaks including Goddess Peak. Admire Qutang Gorge's dramatic cliffs. Shore visit to White Emperor City — site of Li Bai's famous poem 'Leaving Baidi City at Dawn.'

Day 4 Fengdu Discovery

Morning at leisure on board. Afternoon shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City OR Xiaoguanshan Folk Culture Park with Sichuan opera face-changing, traditional wedding ceremonies, and straw painting. Evening: captain's farewell dinner.

Day 5 Chongqing Disembarkation

Ship docks at Chaotianmen Pier around 9AM. Disembark in Chongqing. Optional: extend your tour with Chongqing city sightseeing or transfer to airport/train station.

Tour Pricing

SeasonMonthsPer Person
PeakApr/May/Jul/Aug/Oct$699
StandardMar/Jun/Sep/Nov/Dec$649

Prices are per person based on twin sharing. Contact us for 6+ person group rates.

Inclusions & Exclusions

What's Included

  • Full-board cruise accommodation
  • Group shore excursions
  • Cruise service charges
  • Scenic spot entry fees

What's Excluded

  • Transportation to/from ports
  • Visa fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips

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