Century Cruises: Global Leader in Eco-Luxury Yangtze River Cruising
Century Cruises is the premier cruise line on Yangtze River. Combining state-of-the-art green technology with 5-star hotel service, it offers the quietest, smoothest, and most sustainable cruise through China's legendary Three Gorges. Popular Routes: Chongqing ↔ Yichang: 4 Days / 5 Days; Chongqing ↔ Shanghai: 11 Days / 12 Days.
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| Day | Time | Sample Itinerary | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 16:30-20:00 | Board the cruise in Chongqing. (Include the luggage handling service.) | Dinner |
| 18:30-20:00 | Embarkation buffet dinner (Free flow House wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included) | ||
| 20:00-20:45 | Embarkation & Safety briefing | ||
| 21:00-21:30 | Captain's Welcome Reception (Smart Casual Dress Code is Required) | ||
| Approx. 21:00 | Cruise anchor aweigh from Chongqing | ||
| Day 2 | 06:30-07:00 | Morning coffee, tea and pastries | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 06:45-07:15 | Tai Chi morning exercise | ||
| 07:00-08:30 | Buffet Breakfast | ||
| 08:30-11:30 | Shore Excursion — Fengdu Ghost City | ||
| 12:00-13:30 | Lunch Buffet | ||
| 14:00-16:00 | Cultural activities | ||
| 17:00-18:30 | Dinner Buffet | ||
| 18:15-21:15 | Optional Show — War Fire of the Three Kingdoms Show (CNY290/pp/tour. Sign up & pay when on board.) | ||
| 22:00-23:00 | Midnight snacks time (*Set menu snacks are available throughout the day; Free flow house wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included while Lunch & Dinner.) | ||
| Day 3 | 06:30-07:00 | Morning coffee, tea and pastries | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 06:45-07:15 | Tai Chi morning exercise | ||
| 07:00-08:30 | Buffet Breakfast | ||
| 08:00-11:00 | Optional Tour — White Emperor City (CNY290/pp/tour) or take part in the onboard activities | ||
| Approx. 11:45 | Cruising through the spectacular Qutang Gorge | ||
| 12:00-13:30 | Lunch Buffet | ||
| Approx. 13:45 | Cruising through the magnificent Wu Gorge | ||
| 14:30-16:30 | Shore Excursion --- Shennv Stream | ||
| 18:30-20:00 | Dinner Buffet | ||
| 20:30-21:30 | Crew Cabaret/Talent Show | ||
| 22:00-23:00 | Midnight snacks time (*Set menu snacks are available throughout the day; Free flow house wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included while Lunch & Dinner.) | ||
| Day 4 | 06:30-08:00 | Buffet Breakfast | Breakfast |
| 08:00-11:00 | Disembark at Maoping pier of Yichang. Join in the Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam Project Site ( River Closure Memorial Park & the Three Gorges Dam Project Museum) (Include the luggage handling service). | ||
| Approx. 12:30 | Complete the trip at downtown of Yichang for your onward Journey. | ||
| *OPTION: | *If you would join the optional tour to the Ship Lift: Disembark at Maoping pier. (Include
the luggage handling service.) Change a smaller boat to join in the optional tour of the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift (CNY320/pp/tour. Sign up & pay when on board.) |
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| Approx. 07:45 | Disembark at Maoping pier. (Include the luggage handling service.) Change a smaller boat to join in the optional tour of the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift (CNY320/pp/tour. Sign up & pay when on board.) | ||
| Approx. 10:00 | Disembark at Sandouping pier of Yichang. Join in the tour to the Three Gorges Dam. ( River Closure Memorial Park & the Three Gorges Dam Project Museum) | ||
| Approx. 13:30 | Complete the trip at downtown of Yichang for your onward Journey. |
Note:
All the times on the schedule are estimated ones which are subject to change due to weather and navigation conditions.
| Day | Time | Sample Itinerary | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 17:00-20:00 | Board the cruise at Maoping pier (Include the luggage handling service) 【Passengers could take the shuttle bus from Yichang East Train Station or Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center for boarding】 | Dinner |
| 18:30-20:30 | Embarkation buffet dinner (Free flow House wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included) | ||
| 20:30-21:15 | Embarkation Safety Welcome Briefing | ||
| Day 2 | 06:30-07:00 | Morning coffee, tea and pastries | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 06:45-07:15 | Tai Chi morning exercise | ||
| 07:00-08:30 | Breakfast (Buffet) | ||
| 07:45-12:15 | Optional Tour — Three Gorges Tribe (CNY290/pp/tour) or participate the onboard activities | ||
| 12:00-13:30 | Lunch (Buffet) | ||
| 14:30-16:30 | Shore Excursion — the Three Gorges Dam Site (River Closure Memorial Park & the Three Gorges Dam Project Museum) | ||
| *OPTIONAL: | *If you would join the optional tour to the Ship Lift: | ||
| 14:30-16:30 | Join the tour to the Three Gorges Dam Site. Transfer to a smaller boat to join the optional tour of the Three Gorges | ||
| 17:00-19:00 | Dam Ship Lift (CNY320/pp/tour) | ||
| 18:45-20:15 | Dinner (Buffet) | ||
| 20:45-21:15 | Captain's Welcome Reception (Smart Casual is Required) | ||
| 22:00-23:00 | Midnight snacks time (*Set menu snacks are available throughout the day; Free flow house wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included while Lunch & Dinner.) | ||
| Day 3 | 06:45-07:15 | Morning coffee, tea and pastries | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 06:45-07:15 | Tai Chi morning exercise | ||
| 07:00-08:30 | Breakfast (Buffet) | ||
| 08:30-11:00 | Shore Excursion — Shennv Stream | ||
| Approx. 11:00 | Cruising through the magnificent Wu Gorge | ||
| 12:00-13:30 | Lunch (Buffet) | ||
| Approx. 14:00 | Cruising through the spectacular Qutang Gorge | ||
| 15:00-18:00 | Optional Tour — White Emperor City (CNY290/pp/tour) or take party in the onboard activities | ||
| 18:30-20:00 | Dinner (Buffet) | ||
| 20:30-21:30 | Crew Cabaret/Talent Show | ||
| 22:00-23:00 | Midnight snacks time (*Set menu snacks are available throughout the day; Free flow house wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included while Lunch & Dinner.) | ||
| Day 4 | 06:45-07:15 | Morning coffee, tea and pastries | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 07:00-07:30 | Tai Chi exercise | ||
| 07:30-09:00 | Breakfast (Buffet) | ||
| 09:00-11:30 | Cultural Activities | ||
| 12:00-13:30 | Lunch (Buffet) | ||
| 14:00-17:00 | Shore Excursion — Fengdu Ghost City | ||
| 18:30-20:00 | Dinner (Buffet) | ||
| 20:00-23:00 | Settle the bills | ||
| 20:30-21:30 | Evening Show / Movie | ||
| 22:00-23:00 | Midnight snacks time (*Set menu snacks are available throughout the day; Free flow house wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included while Lunch & Dinner.) | ||
| Day 5 | 07:00-08:30 | Breakfast (Buffet) | Breakfast |
| 08:30 | Disembark the cruise in Chongqing for your onward Journey (Include the luggage handling service.) |
Note:
All the times on the schedule are estimated ones which are subject to change due to weather and navigation conditions.
Onboard Century Cruises, every moment is an opportunity for relaxation, cultural immersion, and fun.
Immerse yourself in the serene practice of Tai Chi, savor the elegance of a Chinese tea ceremony, and experience vibrant Chinese cultural performances that bring the country’s rich traditions to life. Enjoy fun-filled themed parties, unwind with a spa treatment, or simply relax on the observation deck, soaking in breathtaking views of the Yangtze River. With so much to enjoy, every day aboard Century Cruises is an unforgettable adventure..