4D3N Yangtze River Cruise: Chongqing to Yichang by Century Cruise

Name: 4D3N Yangtze River Cruise: Chongqing to Yichang by Century Cruise
Price: 768 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.55 (11 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

96 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the pretty Three Gorges by Century Cruises including Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, and Xiling Gorge by a Chinese 5-star boat downstream along the Yangtze River for a 4-day-and-3-night cruise from Chongqing to Yichang with three included shore excursions, meals, and accommodation included. Kindly note three excursions are included, but the three sites might be changed as per different boat schedule and we will send you the final three excursions before your tour.

For this tour, the Century Cruises company will offering three luxury ships as: Century Oasis, Century Victory and Century Glory.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Specialized infant seats are available

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Every year will have a differ boat schedule, if you want book the boat tour for next year, pls check with us first.

Smart Casual is Required for Captain's Welcome Reception

The tour price range is based on a standard cabin for twin sharing, it means if you are alone, you may sharing the room with others

Single Room Supplement: If you want to stay in one cabin (usually two beds in one cabin) on your own, you need to pay higher than one room shared with another, you need 75% more.

If you want book the suite level room, pls contact us before and let us to check if has a room available

Every Wednesday is: Century Victory, Every Saturday is: Century Oasis and Every Sunday is:Century Glory.

Can not share the room above the upper floor if you are the solo traveler

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What To Expect

Day 1

Departure from Chongqing.

Accommodations

Overnight at Century Cruises Ship, a 5-star boat.

Food and Drinks

DINNER

Dinner

Chinese & Western buffet; 19:00-20:30 Free flow House wine, local beer, variety of soft drinks are included

Chongqing Chaotianmen

When you booked the cruise boat tour with us, we will provide the exactly Boarding place in Chinese and English, then you take a taxi go there and Board the ship from 18:30 to 21:00 and departs Chongqing at 21:30. The boat company will provide the luggage handling service for free. Tonight activities is: Embarkation & Safety briefing 20:30-21:00 and Captain's Welcome Reception 21:30 22:00 Note: We can provide the private car from Chongqing airport/train station/hotel to the wharf for you if you want, but pay extra charge.

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Day 2

Sailing & Shore Excursion at Fengdu Ghost City

Accommodations

Overnight at Century Cruises Ship, a 5-star boat.

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Chinese & Western buffet;07:00-08:30, but during 06:30-07:00 also has a Morning coffee, tea and pastries

LUNCH

Lunch

Chinese & Western buffet; 12:00-13:30

DINNER

Dinner

Chinese & Western buffet; 19:00-20:30

Fengdu Ghost City

Today will be a relaxing day for you. An onshore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (Included) will be arranged after breakfast. The Fengdu Ghost City has a 1,900 year old site is interesting and meaningful to know Chinese culture, telling the traditional Chinese belief of that those pure spirits would be rewarded and those sinful ones would be subject to severe punishments with many statues and scenes in the traditional architectures. After the excursion,then you can choose to rest on the deck or participate in some activities in the schedule in the afternoon. In the evenin will have an optional shore excursion to Feng Yan San Guo Show (Three Kingdoms Open Air Show) (290 RMB/pp).

2 hours • Admission Included

Day 3

Sailing through Three Gorges & Shore Excursion at Shennv Stream.

Accommodations

Overnight at Century Cruises Ship, a 5-star boat.

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Chinese & Western buffet;07:00-08:30, but during 06:30-07:00 also has a Morning coffee, tea and pastries

LUNCH

Lunch

Chinese & Western buffet; 12:00-13:30

DINNER

Dinner

Chinese & Western buffet; 19:00-20:30

Chongqing Qutang Gorge

This day the Yangtze River Cruise Ship will first enter Qutang Gorge, the beginning passage of the Three Gorges, which is the shortest but the grandest one. Later, we will pass the Wu Gorge with famous lofty and misty peaks on two sides. It is the largest and the longest gorge along the way. This gorge is full of craggy grotesque rocks, and the entire pass looks like a winding natural gallery.

Admission Unknown

Shennv Stream

Afterwards, you will disembark at Badong for an excursion to the Shennong Stream, which originates from the south slope of Shennongjia. You will take a pea boat ride drifting along the crystal stream to have a close look at mossy rocks, verdant plants, plank roads, ancient hanging coffins and precious animals. Moreover, the unique songs of the local Tujia people will leave you a deep impression. After that, you will go back to the ship and continue the cruise to the west section of Xiling Gorge, which is famous for torrential water. Today's optional tour is to the White Emperor City, known as the “City of Poems”(CNY290/pp).

2 hours • Admission Included

Day 4

Sailing & Shore Excursion at Three Gorges Dam. The cruise end of Yichang.

Food and Drinks

BREAKFAST

Breakfast

Chinese & Western buffet; 06:30-08:00

Three Gorges Dam Project

After an early breakfast, Disembark at Maoping pier of Yichang. Join the Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam,which is the largest water power project in the world. (Exclude the golf car of CNY10/pp while tours.) Complete the trip by shuttle bus service from the Dam bus station to downtown of Yichang for your onward Journey around 12:30pm. Today's optional experience is the Ship Lift(CNY290/pp).

2 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

The luggage handling service

3 nights cruise accommodation

Professional bilingual guide onboard - Chinese and English

River pier/Hotel pickup and drop-off

Optional excursion

Single Room Supplement

Cruise service charge per adult (12 years and older)

Pickup points

chongqing chaotianmen pier

Options

Deluxe Cabin at Third Floor

Deluxe Cabin: Cabin Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin beds ( 0.9 m x 2.0 m) Private Balcony: 2.8 ㎡ A private bathroom with Shower
Advantage for Third Floor: The upper decks enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distances to the recreation areas and the sun deck.
Aboout the third floor: The third floor is above the 2nd floor(American English) and the room is twin room & sharing basis.
Pickup included

Upper floor for one traveler

One traveler taking one cabin: This cruise package for one traveler taking one twin bed balcony cabin on the cruise, no Single Room Supplement charges.
About Deluxe Cabin : Cabin Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin beds ( 0.9 m x 2.0 m) Private Balcony: 2.8 ㎡ A private bathroom with Shower
Advantage for 2nd floor: They are usually smoother during the sailing and enjoy shorter distance to the dining hall.
Advantage for 2nd floor: People who like smoother trip and don’t want to walk too far to dine are highly recommended to choose the lower decks.
About the upper floor: The upper floor is: Second floor it means the 2nd floor(American English)

Deluxe Cabin at upper floor

Deluxe Cabin: Cabin Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin beds ( 0.9 m x 2.0 m) Private Balcony: 2.8 ㎡ A private bathroom with Shower
Advantage for 2nd floor: They are usually smoother during the sailing and enjoy shorter distance to the dining hall.
Advantage for 2nd floor: People who like smoother trip and don’t want to walk too far to dine are highly recommended to choose the lower decks.
About the upper floor: The upper floor is: Second floor it means the 2nd floor(American English) and the room is twin room & sharing basis.
Pickup included

Family Suite - Pink/Green

Family Suite Cabin: Room Size: 34.00 m2 (366.sq.ft) Beds: Double Bed & Single Bed Private Balcony: Yes Bathroom: Shower Location: 6 F
Advantage for Family Suite : Can stay 3 people: 2 adults and 1 child or 1 adult and 2 children and can dining in the VIP restaurant throughout the cruise
About the PINK / GREEN : The pink room for the girl and green room for the boy. The price of 4400USD is the package price per room for 3 people.
Pickup included

Third floor for one traveler

One traveler taking one cabin: This cruise package for one traveler taking one twin bed balcony cabin on the cruise, no Single Room Supplement charges.
Deluxe Cabin: Cabin Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin beds ( 0.9 m x 2.0 m) Private Balcony: 2.8 ㎡ A private bathroom with Shower
Advantage for Third Floor: The upper decks enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distances to the recreation areas and the sun deck.
Aboout the third floor: The third floor is above the 2nd floor(American English)

Executive Suite

Executive Suite : Room Size: 33.00 m2 (355.sq.ft) Beds: Twin Bed or Double Bed Private Balcony: Yes Bathroom: Shower
Advantage for Executive Suite : Enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distance to the recreation area and the sun deck & can dining in the VIP restaurant
About the Executive Suite : This rooms at ship's Observation Deck or Sun Deck, 5-6 F.

Fourth floor for one traveler

One traveler taking one cabin: This cruise package for one traveler taking one twin bed balcony cabin on the cruise, no Single Room Supplement charges.
Deluxe Cabin at Fourth Floor: Cabin Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin beds ( 0.9 m x 2.0 m) Private Balcony: 2.8 ㎡ A private bathroom with Shower
Advantage for Fourth Floor: The fourth decks enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distances to the recreation areas and the sun deck.
Aboout the fourth floor: The fourth floor is above the third floor

Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite: Room Size: 85.00 m2 (915.sq.ft) Beds: Double Bed Private Balcony: Yes Bathroom: Bathtub & Shower Location: 6 F
Advantage for Presidential Sui: Enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distance to the recreation area and the sun deck & can dining in the VIP restaurant
About the Presidential Suite: The large bathrooms are equipped with bathubs, shower sheds,fully purified direct drinking water system, automatic AC & more
Pickup included

Deluxe Cabin at Fourth Floor

Deluxe Cabin: Cabin Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin beds ( 0.9 m x 2.0 m) Private Balcony: 2.8 ㎡ A private bathroom with Shower
Advantage for Fourth Floor: The fourth decks enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distances to the recreation areas and the sun deck.
Aboout the fourth floor: The fourth floor is above the third floor and the room is twin room & sharing basis.
Pickup included

Superior Cabin

Superior Cabin: Room Size: 26.00 m2 (280.sq.ft) Beds: Twin Bed or Double Bed Private Balcony: Yes Bathroom: Shower Location: 5 / 6F
Advantage for Superior Cabin: Enjoy better sightseeing and have shorter distance to the recreation area and the sun deck & can dining in the VIP restaurant
About the Superior Cabin: This rooms at ship's Observation Deck or Sun Deck, 5-6 F and the room is twin room & sharing basis.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.55

11 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Poor Price Quality Ratio
floriann148,,Oct 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
It was on the Century Oasis. With a supplement we benefited from the 4th level and the VIP restaurant. It was very decent , the room was superb but the Self Service meals were nothing extraordinary. Unfortunately the visits were lame.
Beyond Excellent
David C,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our journey from Chongqing to the 3 gorges dam was absolutely first class. We cannot recommend this experience with Century Cruises enough. The ship and its appointments were excellent and always immaculate. The crew were friendly and professional at all times. We were just smitten with the cabin and the quality of food and amenities on board. We particularly want to thank our chief steward/purser and cruise director Stephen who ran such an efficient operation and was always available for questions and a chat. His crew of house staff were a credit to him and faultless. Always on the ball, efficiency with a smile. Thank you all!! We have already recommended this trip to everyone we have met after our return. It was one of the unforgettable highlights of our 3 week trip.
Yangtze River cruise
mipasic,,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The Century Oasis is the luxary cruise ship made in 2023 for cruising on the Yangtze river. We enjoyed the entire cruise and found eveything- the facilities, rooms and amenities satisfactory. Only thing we believe and its just oour opinion, it's over crowded. The services were well coordinated by the manager Allan and his well trained young crew. Allan is talented and was very friendly and accommodating. Foods were excellent. Some dishes which were new to us have been tasty and yummy. Excursion options have been good and as everyone is different can find some positive and some negative things. In summary we had very enjoyable trip on mighty Yangtze. Many thanks to everyone who made our trip so entertaining and enjoyable.
Experience China on the water with a lot of culture .
H1le,,Apr 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We were on the boat and drove the 5 day tour to Chonqing. The ship is newly renovated and it was all perfect . Even when boarding the reception was very warm and we were superbly looked after , Allan the chefsteward has everything arranged ! Cabins clean , staff more than friendly and the food is too plentiful and good that you really have to pay attention to the figure here ! Program for shore departures always well organized and balanced !
Century Voyage: A Scenic Yangtze River Adventure with Exceptional Service
GoGoMiMi,,Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our Century Voyage Yangtze River cruise was an extraordinary journey that combined breathtaking scenery, cultural enrichment, and impeccable service. Sailing through the gorges was an awe-inspiring experience, offering a close-up view of some of China’s most stunning natural wonders. The onboard commentary added depth to the journey, enhancing our appreciation of the region's history, culture, and geography. Although the weather prevented us from seeing the last gorge, the overall experience was unforgettable. The ship was a haven of comfort, with well-appointed rooms and fantastic dining options on the 4th floor VIP area, where Lucky, Alex, Via, Brian, Max, Ember, and Fiona provided warm and professional service throughout our stay. Carter ensured our room remained immaculate and stocked, adding to the overall comfort. General Manager Johnny deserves special mention for his exceptional leadership and personal dedication to enriching the experience for every guest. His knowledge and passion made the trip even more memorable. We highly recommend the Century Voyage to anyone looking for an unforgettable Yangtze River cruise filled with natural beauty, cultural insights, and outstanding service.
We took the Century Paragon and it was marvelous!
yumyumsiksik22,,Mar 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a very relaxed and peaceful 44 days 3 nights cruise from chongqing to Yichang. We upgraded to executive suites so we get to access an executive lounge which serves drinks and snacks 24 hours and not opened to public. We stayed on the 6th deck and we get to dine on executive restaurant. The suite was spacious and came with a bathtub! Shower was great too. We slept well every night. And they assigned a manager to take care of us during the cruise and he was very attentive and caring. He would update and send us reminders from time to time. We do not speak much Mandarin but did not struggle much during our trip. Food was very good as the chef was such a professional that he never repeated any dishes throughout our breakfast, lunch and dinner. Every meal was a feast. Worth every penny we paid for. But older folks need to take note that they need to climb quite some stairs up and down during the cruise. Need to be assisted. If not able to climb stairs, can opt to stay on board. Massage and heated pool are good too
Nice Accommodations
163ronaldl,,Jan 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Walked down ramp to get only our Century Oasis cruise ship which was built in 2023. Our room was spacious with a king bed (very hard), four large pillows and a nice comforter. Had to put one bag on the chair and one on the floor. Nice desk with lamp and electrical outlets. An in-room safe and electric tea pot were provided. The bathroom was spacious with a nice walk-in shower with a door. We were near the bow of the ship. There were cabins on floors 2,3, &4 and suites on deck 5. Only one lounge on deck 4 aft and two areas to sit out aft on decks 6 & 7. Buffet style food served on decks 2,3, & was less than satisfactory. Most times the hot food was lukewarm, at best. Personnel on the ship were very nice but few knew any English. Conversation was mostly by Google Translate.
Memorable experience
MMS313,,Aug 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I did the Yangtze River Cruise on the on the Century Glory and it was excellent. The room was large and comfortable, the scenery beautiful, and we (mostly) enjoyed the excursions. The cruise director ensured that we generally had English-speaking guides on the outings, and also made sure that I had fantastic vegetarian meals for lunch and dinner (breakfast was fine, and I should say that my husband thought the buffet was great).
STUNNING VIEWS DURING THE TOUR
TeresaSabadell,,Aug 10, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
We did the Yangtze River cruise and enjoyed the tour including the Qutang and Wu Gorge Gorges. For lack of water on the River was not to board in Chongqing where it was planned at the beginning and it took us to do a few hours by coach to leave later, are unpredictable things of nature.The ship Century Victory is quite good, the spacious rooms, with balcony, sofa and desk. The free buffet not very varied but acceptable food, very nice and attentive staff, all very young. My admiration for the carriers of goods, nurseries and luggage who have to go up and down on very steep slopes and with many stairs, it would not hurt if they could facilitate elevators and / or forklifts. We did some optional excursions that we liked, I recommend the boat ride on the river Shennv
Dreamy Yangtze trip
Tina P,,Oct 6, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
After a very impressive two-day stay in Chongqing, we boarded the cruise ship at 6 p.m. We stayed there for a few hours and were able to admire the fascinating light show of Chongqing from the water. It was a ship with 6 decks, almost all of the cabins had balconies, which was great because you could sit outside in the evenings and at night and take in the views of the Yangtze. Besides us 4 Germans, there were 2 other Western Europeans on the ship, otherwise only Chinese tourists. The atmosphere on the ship was very pleasant, it was quiet and relaxing, the food was excellent and the excursions were exciting. The cabins were a bit old, but still comfortable. If you have the opportunity, you should definitely take this trip!