Yangtze River Cruise Calendar 2026 (Month Schedule with Prices)

Yangtze River Cruise Calendar & Schedules 2026/2027

Looking for a suitable 5-star Yangtze River cruise? With over 20 luxurious ships to choose from, we make it easy to find the best option based on your travel dates and budget. Our Yangtze expert team has personally experienced part of the cruises, gathering up-to-date information directly from the cruise staff to ensure you get the most accurate and reliable advice for your trip.

Browse our 2026 Yangtze River cruise calendar to find your ideal travel dates, with schedules available from January to December. Once you’ve selected your dates, compare available ships and decide between a downstream cruise (Chongqing to Yichang) or an upstream cruise (Yichang to Chongqing). Lock in your choice with the best prices!

Have questions? Contact our cruise specialists for personalized recommendations and to secure your perfect ship today!

Find Your Ship from Our Yangtze Cruise Calendar

Ready to cruise the Yangtze River? Check out our cruise calendar for sailings from January to December in 2026 and 2027. Browse our list of ships, complete with prices and routes, and click to find your perfect Yangtze cruise today!

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Latest Calendar Reviews from Our Customers

See what our customers are saying about the Calendar. Read their reviews and feedback on the Yangtze cruise to plan your own unforgettable Yangtze River tour. View All Customers' Yangtze Cruise Reviews >>

Alan

New Zealand

Smooth booking and beautiful scenery

Our Yangtze cruise on Victoria Isabella was part of a longer China tour arranged by Asia Odyssey Travel. We had visited Shanghai, Guilin, and Xi’an before joining the cruise in Chongqing.
The cruise was a welcome break from busy sightseeing. The ship was comfortable, and our cabin had a balcony with excellent views. The main guides spoke good English and explained the schedule clearly. Excursions were interesting and not too rushed.
The ship is a solid mid-range choice. It was clean, well managed, and enjoyable. We were happy with Asia Odyssey Travel’s recommendation.

Destination(s): Xian, Shanghai, Guilin/Yangshuo, YangtzeRiver

Date of Experience: Sep 04, 2024

Tour Customized by: Victor

You May be Interested in This Tour: Victoria Isabella

Helen

Singapore

A Close-Up Experience of the Three Gorges Dam

My husband and I joined Yangtze Miracle as part of our China holiday arranged by Asia Odyssey Travel. Our trip included Zhangjiajie, Chongqing, the Yangtze cruise, and Shanghai.
The cruise was a nice change of pace after several days of walking. Yangtze Miracle was comfortable and had a lively but not noisy atmosphere. Our balcony cabin was clean and had a good view.
Food was mainly Chinese with some Western choices. We enjoyed trying local flavors. Asia Odyssey Travel arranged everything smoothly, including the transfer to the pier. It was a very satisfying experience.

Destination(s): Shanghai, Zhangjiajie, YangtzeRiver, Chongqing

Date of Experience: Apr 23, 2025

Tour Customized by: Victor

You May be Interested in This Tour: Yangtze Miracle

Susan

United States

A Close-Up Experience of the Three Gorges Dam

We booked Victoria Isabella through Asia Odyssey Travel for the Chongqing to Yichang route. It was our first river cruise in China, and overall we had a very good experience.
The ship was comfortable and clean. Our balcony cabin was not huge, but it had enough space for two people and our luggage. We used the balcony often, especially when sailing through the Three Gorges.
The food was a mix of Chinese and Western dishes. Some meals were better than others, but we always found something we liked. The staff worked very hard and were polite.
Asia Odyssey Travel gave us clear instructions before the trip, so boarding in Chongqing was easier than expected. Victoria Isabella is not ultra-luxury, but it offers very good value.