Yangzi Explorer

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First Navigation:1994

Last Refurbished:2008

Capacity:121

Length:91.50m

Width:16.40m

Cabin Area:17.50m2

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Set sail on board the new Yangzi Explorer traveling along the mighty Yangzi River. The magnificent Three Gorges region frames a cruise that is unsurpassed in sheer physical beauty which draws on over 3,000 years of cultural history. Enjoy the exhilarating shore excursions that highlight the beauty and heritage of the area while relaxing on board the only international deluxe ship sailing the Yangzi today.

Cruise Itinerary

Sailing Schedule

Facilities onboard

Downstream: Chongqing → Yichang (4 days)

Day 1

Board the ship from 17:00 to 20:00 and departs Chongqing at 22:00.

Day 2

(8:00-10:00) Shore excursion to either Fengdu Ghost City or Wanxian, or Shibaozhai (depending on river conditions).Then return to the ship and sail towards the magnificent Three Gorges.

Fengdu, situated on the northern bank of the river between Zhongxian and Fuling, the city was depicted as the City of Ghosts in two ancient, classic Chinese works "Monkey King" and "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio".
 
Wanxian, famous as the place where thousands of rivers collect and all kinds of business converge. It is one of the ten biggest ports of Yangtze River and the center of economy, education, culture and transport in three gorges area.

Day 3

(08:00-13:00) Passing through Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge.
(13:00-16:30) Boat excursion to Shennong Stream.
(17:30) Passing through Xiling Gorge.


Shennong Stream, started from the southern hill of the Mt. Shennongjia, it is a tributary of Yangtze River and a great place to experience clear water, various waterfalls, hanging alleys, primitive small boat, Tujia nationality customs and karst caves.

Day 4

(08:00-10:00) Shore excursion to The Three Gorges Dam Site.
(13:00) Disembark at Yichang

Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest water conservancy project constructed by man. The construction of the dam formally began on December 14th, 1994. The body of the dam was completed in 2003, and the whole construction was competed in 2006. It is 2309 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom. Tourists can get access to the top of the dam.

Downstream: Yichang → Chongqing (5 days)

Day 1

Board the ship from 17:00 to 22:00 and departs Yichang at 24:00.

Day 2

(09:00-11:30) Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam Site.
(12:45) Passing through Xiling Gorge.

Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest water conservancy project constructed by man. The construction of the dam formally began on December 14th, 1994. The body of the dam was completed in 2003, and the whole construction was competed in 2006. It is 2309 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom. Tourists can get access to the top of the dam.

Day 3

(08:00-12:00) Boat excursion to Shennong Stream.
(13:00-15:30) Wu Gorge
(17:30-18:00) Qutang Gorge

Shennong Stream, started from the southern hill of the Mt. Shennongjia, it is a tributary of Yangtze River and a great place to experience clear water, various waterfalls, hanging alleys, primitive small boat, Tujia nationality customs and karst caves.

Day 4

(8:30-10:30) Shore excurison to Fengdu Ghost City.

Fengdu, situated on the northern bank of the river between Zhongxian and Fuling, the city was depicted as the City of Ghosts in two ancient, classic Chinese works "Monkey King" and "Strange Stories from a Chinese Studio".

Day 5

(09:00) Disembark at Chongqing.

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The Prices above are for Standard Cabin only. If you want to book other room type(e.g.Deluxe Cabin, Suite), Please Contact Us directly.

Price includes

  • 1.Accommodation: One bed in a standard twin cabin during the cruise, the pre-boarding included an overnight
  • 2.Meals: All meals onboard as specified in the itinerary.
  • 3.Land excursions: All the land excursions specific on the itinerary.
  • 4.Service Charge & Government Taxes.

Price excludes:

  • 1.Transfer: Between Airports / Railway station / Hotel and Dock.
  • 2.Personal Expenses: All incidental charges, including room service, mini bar,laundry, and drinks and bar charges, tipping, etc.are not included.
  • 3.Excess Baggage Charges.
  • Satelite Telecom
  • Internet Service
  • Money Exchange
  • Service Desk with Safety Deposit
  • Laundry
  • Central Air Conditioning
  • Television
  • Bar / Café
  • Shops
  • Business Center
  • Conference Room
  • Health Clinic
  • Beauty Salon
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Gym
  • Multipurpose Rooms
  • Karaoke
  • Card Room
  • Free Mineral Water
  • Chinese and Western Dining Room

Cabin

Each standard cabin is equipped with one bedroom and a private bathroom.

Cabin Facilities:

Active Window, TV, Mini Bar, Weight Balance, Life Jacket, Memo Pad, Tea Bags, Bath Foam, Bath Towel, Face Towel, Comb, Toothpaste, Tooth Mug, Toothbrush, Shoe Sponge, Telephone Directory, Mini Refrigerator, Hair Dryer, Cloth Line, Ball-Pen, Coffee Bags, Shampoo, Shower Cap, Bath Robe, Hand Towel, Soap, Slippers, Laundry Bag.

  • Standard Cabins

  • Deluxe Suite

  • Junior Suite

  • Shangri La Suite

Facilities

  • Lobby

  • Tang Theater

  • Shop

  • Dynasty Palace

  • GYM

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