Sail through the Three Gorges — China's most dramatic river landscape
Board a luxury river cruiser in Chongqing and sail 660 km through the Three Gorges — Qutang, Wu, and Xiling — the most dramatic stretch of Asia's longest river. Shore excursions include the Lesser Three Gorges by small boat, Shibaozhai pagoda, and the Three Gorges Dam — the world's largest hydroelectric project.
Operational review
Route and price basis reviewed October 2026
5 nights deluxe outside cabin on Yangtze cruiser; Shore excursions as per cruise itinerary; Airport/train transfers in Chongqing and Yichang
Regular sightseeing walks with private transfers; suitable for most travelers when normal city walking is comfortable.
Four-star accommodation unless the itinerary or dated quote states otherwise; exact hotels remain subject to availability.
Planning benchmark only. Dates, party size, room choice and live rail or air fares are repriced in the written proposal.
Openings, schedules and supplier availability can change. The dated proposal takes precedence over this planning page.
| Duration | 6 days / 5 nights |
| Group Type | Cruise cabin (private shore excursions) |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
| Best Season | Year-round (best: April-May, September-November) |
| Cities Visited | Chongqing, Yangtze River, Yichang |
| Regions | Central China |
| Price Basis | From price per person based on 2 travelers sharing a room with 4-star hotels in low or shoulder season. |
Qutang, Wu, and Xiling — the most dramatic stretch of Asia's longest river, with cliffs soaring 1,000m above the water.
Explore Three Gorges →A 12-story red wooden pagoda clinging to a cliff face — one of the Yangtze's most picturesque landmarks, built in the 18th century.
Explore Shibaozhai Pagoda →Airport pickup. City tour: Ciqikou Old Town, Stilwell Museum, Eling Park viewpoint. Evening: embark cruiser. Welcome dinner.
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Morning: cruise through gentle scenery. Afternoon shore excursion: Shibaozhai — 12-story red wooden pagoda clinging to a cliff.
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Sail through Qutang Gorge (shortest and most dramatic) and Wu Gorge (misty peaks). Transfer to small boats for the Lesser Three Gorges or Shennong Stream — crystal-clear water, hanging coffins, monkeys.
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Morning: sail through Xiling Gorge. Visit the Three Gorges Dam Site — visitor center and ship locks. Evening: captain's farewell banquet.
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Morning disembarkation. Transfer to Yichang train station/airport. Option to extend to Shanghai or Beijing.
Continue your journey or fly home.
Reference Price
Based on double occupancy
Reference price for 2 travelers sharing a room, using 4-star hotels in low or shoulder season.
Single supplement: +$400
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