
◇ 5-star luxury cruise with private balconies in all cabins
◇ Complimentary embarkation-night dinner (18:30-20:30) on every sailing
◇ House wine, local beer, and a selection of soft drinks included with meals
◇ Kids’ center and childcare services, giving you time to relax on your own
◇ Exquisite meals with various choices of Asian and Western food
◇ The largest sightseeing sundeck with panoramic views
◇ Thoughtfully curated shore excursions and onboard activities, make you cruise travel even more enjoyable
◇ Professional English-speaking staff, cruise directors, and local guides ensure your smooth experience
◇ Complimentary luggage handling service at both embarkation & disembarkation piers
◇ A zero-paint, healthier cruise environment for your well-being
◇ Hybrid engine system that significantly reduces vibration and noise — a quieter, lower-emission, more sustainable cruise experience
Embark the cruise at Maoping Pier between 16:30 and 22:00 via shuttle bus from Yichang Tourist
Center downtown or Yichang East Train Station. Join our embarkation safety briefing and explore
around the ship at your leisure in the evening.
The ship will stay overnight at the Maoping Pier, Yichang.
Your day begins with a visit to the Three Gorges Dam Project site this morning, then an experience of the ship elevator if purchased. In the afternoon, our ship will depart from Maoping Pier and sail into the breathtaking Xiling Gorge. We invite you to join the Captain’s Welcome Reception later this evening. After that, a night tour at Yuxian Valley will be arranged for Century Voyage guests.
The cruise will sail through the Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge, where you’ll transfer to a smaller boat for the Shennv Stream, also named the Goddess Stream. You’ll cruise through the stream between forested hills and towering cliffs, admiring the spectacular scenery and see the famous hanging coffins.
In the afternoon, you can choose one excursion between White Emperor City and Summit of the Three Gorges, one is to enjoy the symbolic cliff view printed on the back of Chinese cash, the other is standing on the top of the mountain and seeing the splendid Three Gorges in a panoramic way.
After dinner, enjoy a Crew Cabaret Show in the evening.
In the morning, enjoy complimentary tea and coffee in the bar. Weather permitting, you can also join a Tai Chi session with a master on the sun deck.
Start your beautiful day with morning tea and coffee at the bar. You can practice Tai Chi with a master on the sun deck if weather permits. After breakfast, enjoy leisure time at your discretion and participate in a variety of onboard activities to make the most of your day.
After lunch, choose an excursion between:
Fengdu Ghost City (approximately 2 hours), known for its unique ghost culture and its blend of Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism, along with diverse Chinese traditions.
Xiaogunshan, is home to a remarkable collection of well-preserved ancient residences, relocated and reconstructed here from various parts of the region. Strolling through this open-air architectural museum, you will encounter exquisite Ming and Qing dynasty dwellings, ancestral halls, and traditional courtyard homes. Each structure tells a story of local life, craftsmanship, and the rich cultural heritage of the Yangtze River valley.
After an onboard early breakfast, you can check out and disembark the ship.
Please note that the shore excursions may vary depending on the specific Century Cruise. Below is a comprehensive list of the shore excursions available for the 2025 Century Cruises along the Chongqing to Yichang route.
| Yichang to Chongqing | 5D4N Upstream | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Gorges Dam | Three Gorges Dam Ship Elevator | Yuxian Valley | Shennv Stream | White Emperor City or Summit of the Three Gorges (Choose 1 between the 2) | Fengdu Ghost City or Xiaoguanshan Folk Culture Town (Choose 1 between the 2) | |
| Century Glory | Included | Chargeable | / | Included | Included | Included |
| Century Victory | Included | Chargeable | / | Included | Included | Included |
| Century Oasis | Included | Chargeable | / | Included | Included | Included |
| Century Voyage | Included | Chargeable | Included | Included | Included | Included |
Please Note: “/” indicates that the excursion will not be arranged for that vessel.
◎ The cruising itinerary onboard Century Cruises is subject to change due to weather conditions, water level, navigation and seasonal conditions.
◎ Vegetarian, Halal, Kosher, Indian, Gluten-Free, etc., all your dietary requirements can be taken care of by our experienced team if noticed to us in advance.