Vista Cruises

Discount Rate in 2026 (Based on double occupancy)

 
Vista Harmony & Vista Aurora
Sailing Date: Chongqing - Yichang (Downstream), Yichang - Chongqing (Upstream)
Season High Season
(Apr/May/Jul/Aug/Oct)
Shoulder Season
(Mar/Jun/Sep/Nov/Dec)
Downstream USD695.00 USD650.00
Upstream USD695.00 USD650.00
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Itinerary

4 DAYS/3 NIGHTS DOWNSTREAM ITINERARY (Chongqing -> Yichang)
Day Times Events
1 16:00-20:00 Cruise boarding in Chongqing
18:30-20:30 Buffet Dinner
20:30-21:45 Safety Briefing & Welcome Reception
2 06:30-07:15 Morning coffee & exercise
07:00-08:30 Buffet Breakfast
08:00-11:30 Shore Excursion — 816 Project Site or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum & Fuling Pickle Memory Hall
12:00-13:30 Buffet Lunch
17:00-18:30 Buffet Dinner
18:30-22:00 Shore Excursion — ‘War Fire of The Three Kingdoms’ Show
22:00-24:00 Movie Time on Sky Observation Deck & Late-night Snack
3 06:30-07:15 Morning coffee & exercise
07:00-08:30 Buffet Breakfast
08:00-11:30 Shore Excursion — White Emperor City or Three Gorges Summit
12:00-13:30 Buffet Lunch
12:00-14:00 Scenic cruising through Qutang & Wu Gorges
Approx. 18:00 Scenic cruising through Xiling Gorge
18:30-20:00 Captain’s Farewell Dinner
20:30-21:30 Crew’s Artistic Showcase
21:30-23:30 Movie Time on Sky Observation Deck & Late-night Snack
4 07:00-08:30 Buffet Breakfast & Disembark
09:00 Board a sightseeing boat to sail through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift & the Gezhouba Dam
Approx. 13:30 Tour ends at Three Gorges Visitor Center
5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS UPSTREAM ITINERARY (Yichang -> Chongqing)
Day Times Events
1 16:00-20:00 Boarding at Maoping Port in Yichang
19:00-21:00 Buffet dinner on board
21:00-21:45 Safety Briefing
2 06:30-07:15 Morning coffee & exercise
07:00-08:30 Buffet Breakfast
08:00-12:30 Shore Excursion — Three Gorges Dam & Ship Elevator
12:30-14:00 Buffet Lunch
Approx. 14:30 Scenic cruising through Xiling Gorge
16:30-17:00 Captain’s Welcome Reception
17:00-18:30 Buffet Dinner
18:30-21:30 Shore Excursion — Mistvale Haven
21:30-23:30 Movie Time on Sky Observation Deck & Late-night Snack
3 06:30-07:15 Morning coffee & exercise
07:00-08:30 Buffet Breakfast
Approx. 10:30 Scenic cruising through Wu Gorge
12:00-13:30 Buffet lunch & Scenic cruising through Qutang Gorge
14:00-17:30 Shore Excursion — White Emperor City or Three Gorges Summit
18:30-20:00 Buffet Dinner
20:30-21:30 Crew’s Artistic Showcase
21:30-23:30 Movie Time on Sky Observation Deck & Late-night Snack
4 06:30-07:15 Morning coffee & exercise
07:00-09:00 Buffet Breakfast
12:00-13:30 Buffet Lunch
14:00-17:30 Shore Excursion — 816 Project Site or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum & Fuling Pickle Memory Hall
18:30-20:00 Captain’s Farewell Dinner
20:30-22:30 Deck-side Fun Fest
5 07:00-08:30 Buffet breakfast & Chongqing disembarkation

Cruise Ship Details

What Sets the Vista Cruise Apart

The Vista Cruise series, owned and built by Hubei Three Gorges Tourism Group Co., Ltd., with nearly 30 years of shipping experience, was designed in collaboration with Wuhan Changjiang Shipbuilding Design Institute and the German PSD Group. As the first Yangtze River cruise to use space intelligence technology, the Vista Cruise features intelligent systems that support facial recognition and NFC door opening, along with built-in AI sensors and voice control for smart lighting, curtains, and air conditioning. As a leading example of green, low-carbon ships on the Yangtze, the Vista Cruise reduces energy consumption by more than 20% through the use of eco-friendly materials and intelligent energy management. More than a ship, the Vista Cruise is a mobile luxury resort, gracefully traveling the Yangtze’s waters for a lavish and modern journey.

Ships in Service: Vista Harmony & Vista Aurora

What You’ll Appreciate

  • Roomy cabins with private balconies offering sweeping views. Glass curtain walls throughout the ship help bring the scenery inside.
  • Free high-speed Wi-Fi all over the ship, along with a range of amenities including a bar, restaurant, gym, children’s play area, cinema, spa, and sun deck.
  • Submarine-class noise-reduction technology to provide pure tranquility.
  • Thoughtful and comprehensive services like childcare enables parents to relax and enjoy their vacation.
  • All navigation sections of the Three Gorges feature free passage through the Gezhouba Dam ship lock and the Three Gorges Dam ship lift, as well as shore excursions to famous scenic sites.

Fact-Sheet

Cruise Ships Vista Harmony & Vista Aurora
Star-Rating 5-star
Latest Refurbishment 2026
Total Passenger 650
Elevator 2
Deluxe Cabin 140
Area (sq m) 28
Superior Deluxe Cabin 70
Area (sq m) 28
Family Suite 8
Area (sq m) 38
Family Suite PRO 2
Area (sq m) 45
Executive Suite 20
Area (sq m) 40
Vista Suite 1
Area (sq m) 58
President Suite 4
Area (sq m) 98/100
Balcony Yes