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Yangtze River is the cradle of Chinese civilization as Chinese call it "the Mother River" though she also caused calamities to the Chinese people, but it has always been and will always be the cradle of the cultures and civilizations. This is to witness the amazing fraction of it on the cozy real cradle of Victoria Cruise ship. This delightful tour starts from Shanghai - the lower reaches of the Yangtze River sailing up through the greatest area of rich land of south China till it reaches Chongqing.

Day by Day Itinerary

Departure: based on the cruise sailing date.

Shanghai Pudong new area

Day 01: Arrival in Shanghai
You'll be met upon arrival at the airport with comfortable private transfer and check into your hotel. You will walk around the Nanjing Road and reach the Bund area along the Huangpu River if the time is available. The dinner is arranged at Central Hotel, the restaurant Wang Bao He in the hotel has a history of over 260 years and is the best place to serve Shanghai Cuisine. (D)

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai  
 
 
Day 02: Shanghai
The first stop of Shanghai is to visit the Shanghai Museum which houses large collections of historical items. Then go ahead to the famous Yuyuan Garden and visit a local family. Then transfer to board the deluxe Victoria cruise ship, which begins sailing at 17:00. Dinner is served on board. (B+L+D)

Accommodation: Victoria Cruises 
 
 
Day 03: Nanjing
The ship stop at Nanjing and disembark for visit the Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum and a Qing Dynasty style Bazaar surrounding a Confucian Temple. (B+L+D)
 
 

Mt. Huangshan

Day 04: Excursion to Huangshan
An excursion to Mt. Huangshan awaits you today. It is famous for the unique pines, odd-shaped stones, sea of the clouds and the hot spring.  (B+L+D)
 
 
Day 05: Excursion to Wuhan
Shore excursion to Wuhan for a city tour. Visit the Hubei Provincial Museum. (B+L+D)
 
 
Day 06: Yangtze River
You will sail through the Yangtze River the whole day. The culture programs is available on board. (B+L+D)
  

Day 07: Three Gorges Dam
At 07:30 arrive at Yichang. Sail through the Gezhou Dam. After lunch, visit the Three Gorges Dam Site. Late in the afternoon, the cruise sails through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lock.  (B+L+D)

Shennong stream cruise, Yangtze River tour

Day 08: Three Little Gorges
The ship will enter the Wu Gorge which is famous for its lofty peaks and mountains on the both side of the river. The ship will stop at the Daning River and have an interesting excursion to Lesser Three Gorges. Viewing the mossy rocks, verdant plants, plank roads, ancient coffins and precious animals, it will enrich your vision. In the afternoon, you will enjoy imposing scenery when the ship pass through Qutang Gorge. (B+L+D)
 
 
Day 09: Fengdu
Morning onshore excursion is to visit Fengdu, known as the "Ghost City". Then Get back to the ship and continue sailing.  (B+L+D)


Day 10: Departure from Chongqing
The cruise will arrive in Chongqing at 08:30 and please follow the check-out advice. Your local professional tour guide will meet you and transfer to have a city tour to the Panda House in Chongqing Zoo and Residence of General Joseph W. Stilwell. A rich buffet lunch will be served at the 4-star hotel, Holiday Inn Yangtze and you will be get to the airport with comfortable private transfer. (B+L)

More Yangtze Cruise 2009B-- BreakfastL-- LunchD-- Dinner