Destinations on the tour
Upstream Yangtze River Cruise aboard Victoria Cruises
*$799pp Twin Share (Low Season)
Experience breathtaking natural beauty, ancient culture, and modern marvels as you sail upstream from Yichang to Chongqing. Enjoy an extra night onboard to relax and indulge in Victoria’s first-class services and amenities. Explore the legendary Three Gorges, visit historic landmarks, and witness the colossal Three Gorges Dam on this unforgettable river journey.
Tour Highlights
* Sail through the majestic Three Gorges: Xiling, Wu, and Qutang
* Guided shore excursions and optional cultural experiences
* Explore tributaries like Shennong or Goddess Stream
* Visit the mighty Three Gorges Dam – the world’s largest hydroelectric project
* Enjoy nightly entertainment and onboard relaxation
Tour Itinerary
Late afternoon/early evening shuttle from Yichang Central Cruise Terminal to Maoping pier. Board your Victoria ship.
Shuttle operates 4:30pm–9:00pm (6:00pm–9:00pm in winter), first come, first served.
Enjoy a guided tour of the Three Gorges Dam, a modern engineering marvel. Later, sail through the Xiling Gorge, the longest and deepest of the Three Gorges.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursions:
* Tribe of the Three Gorges
* Hometown of Qu Yuan
* Ship lift transit (world’s largest ship lift)
Board a smaller vessel for a scenic trip through the Shennong Stream gorges or Goddess Stream (weather permitting). Cruise through the serene Wu Gorge and dramatic Qutang Gorge later in the day.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Excursions:
* White Emperor City (daytime)
* Peak of the Three Gorges
* “Return to the Three Gorges” live performance (evening)
Discover the striking Snow Jade Cave and immerse in local heritage at Xiao Guan Shan Folk Culture Park.
Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Alternate Excursion: Shibaozhai Pagoda (river conditions permitting)
Optional Excursion: Fengdu “Ghost City”
Disembark at 9:00am in Chongqing, a city known for its mountainous skyline and historic charm.
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