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The highlights of the middle and lower reaches of the Yangtze River are all collected in the Three Gorges dispersedly and the highlights of the Three Gorges are all collected in this Yangtze River Sailing tour with the deluxe Victoria Cruise Ship!

Day by Day Itinerary

Departure: based on the cruise sailing date.

Pandas in Chongqing Zoo

Day 01: Arrival in Chongqing
Our guide will pick you up at Chongqing airport. Visit the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and the Residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell if time permits. After having a rich buffet dinner at 4-star hotel, Holiday Inn Yangtze, check in at the deluxe Century Star cruise ship. Your memorable Yangtze River tour begins at 23:30 as the ship sets sail. (D)

Accommodation: Century Star  or Century Diamond - Presidential Suite


Day 02: Chongqing - Fengdu
This morning you will have a Safety, Orientation & River Briefing. You will learn the geography & river lore of China. After lunch, disembark at Fengdu, have an excursion to the Snowy Jade Cave. Around 20:00 Captain's Welcome Party presents Chinese folk dancing and music performance. You can also join in the fun. (B+L+D)

Yangtze Shennong Stream cruising

Day 03: Badong(Shennong Stream) - Xiling Gorge
Begin the passage with Qutang Gorge, the shortest and the grandest of the Three Gorges. View the exquisite peaks and grotesquely shaped rocks. Pass the Wu Gorge with its famous lofty and misty peaks. Disembark at Badong for an excursion to the Shennong Stream. The trip features natural beauty and an exciting boat ride drifting along the crystal stream. The pea boat allows you to experience a speedy adventure and have a close look at mossy rocks, verdant plants, plank roads, ancient coffins and precious animals. The unique songs of the local Tujia people are very impressive. The continue sailing into the western section of Xiling Gorge. A Farewell Party tonight invites you to perform dancing or musical instruments with the cruise staff. (B+L+D)

Day 04: Departure from Yichang
After breakfast visit the under constructed Three Gorges Dam. At 11:30 you will arrive in Yichang and our local guides will get on board to meet you. Visit the Yichang Museum if time permits. Lunch at a local famous restaurant will precede our guide seeing you off. (B+L)

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