YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Through the Three Gorges
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Chongqing after dark
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
A curve in the river
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Layers of mountains
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Between the gorge walls
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
The Three Gorges Dam at night
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Stories along the riverbank
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
The Three Gorges Dam
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Regional flavors
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YANGTZE RIVER CRUISES · YANGZI EXPLORER · 2027
Culture ashore
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THE THREE GORGES
A preview of the river.
Regional English travel report. This is a destination preview, not a film of this specific ship.
Brochure images show different cabin categories and onboard spaces. Included facilities depend on your selected cabin and sailing. Images are extracted from the supplied operator brochures; destination scenes do not represent a particular suite or included excursion.
THE SHIP COLLECTION · 2027
Yangzi Explorer.
A more personal river journey.
An all-suite ship for 148 guests. Private balconies, a choice of shore experiences and time to watch the Three Gorges unfold.
74 balcony suites3 / 4 / 7 nights on the river2027 published sailings
Choose a short passage between Chongqing and Yichang, an upstream journey via Badong or Shennongjia, or a seven-night round trip. We will connect your cruise with the rest of your private China itinerary.
01 · Choose your voyage
4 DAYS · 3 NIGHTS
Chongqing to Yichang
Chongqing · Fuling · Zhongxian · Wushan · Yichang
A compact Three Gorges voyage, with cultural visits in Fuling and Zhongxian and a choice of excursions around Wushan.
5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTS
Yichang to Chongqing via Badong
Yichang · Badong · Fengjie · Zhongxian · Chongqing
Travel upstream through the gorges, combining Badong with the riverside history of Fengjie and Zhongxian.
5 DAYS · 4 NIGHTS
Yichang to Chongqing via Shennongjia
Yichang · Shennongjia · Fengjie · Zhongxian · Chongqing
Pair the river with an excursion into the forest landscapes of Shennongjia.
8 DAYS · 7 NIGHTS
Yichang round trip via Badong
Yichang · Badong · Chongqing · Yichang
Explore both directions of the river and return to Yichang, with time for Badong and Chongqing.
8 DAYS · 7 NIGHTS
Yichang round trip via Shennongjia
Yichang · Shennongjia · Chongqing · Yichang
A longer river journey combining the Three Gorges, Chongqing and Shennongjia.
8 DAYS · 7 NIGHTS
Chongqing round trip via Badong
Chongqing · Yichang · Badong · Chongqing
Begin and end in Chongqing on an extended exploration of the Three Gorges and Badong.
MAKE IT YOURS
02 · Shape the details
Dates are from the operator’s 2027 schedule, not live availability. Sailing plans, ports, excursions and ship-lift passage may change with water levels, weather, maintenance or navigation controls.
YOUR SELECTED JOURNEY
Personalised quotation on request. We will confirm the fare, English-language arrangements, transfers and inclusions for your sailing.
This creates an enquiry. It does not reserve a suite or take payment. You can review your request before sending it through WhatsApp or WeChat.
What to expect on shore
Downstream · 4 days
Embark in Chongqing. Explore Fuling and Zhongxian, sail through the gorges, and choose between Wushan’s Goddess Sky Road or the Lesser Gorges. Finish in Yichang with a choice of a Three Gorges Dam visit or an eastern Xiling Gorge boat trip.
Upstream · 5 days
Start in Yichang, then explore Badong or Shennongjia according to your chosen route. Continue to Fengjie and Zhongxian before disembarking in Chongqing. Shore options include historical sites and walking routes.
Round trip · 8 days
Combine the upstream and downstream river landscapes on a voyage returning to your starting city. Select Badong or Shennongjia on the Yichang departures, or Badong on the Chongqing departures shown here.
Excursion choices depend on the sailing. Ship-lift passage is subject to operation and maintenance. Tell us your interests and mobility needs so we can confirm suitable arrangements.
Fares, promotions & booking conditions
Fares depend on route, suite, occupancy and traveller eligibility. The operator’s autumn promotion for bookings from 23 October to 25 November 2026 is restricted to specified Chinese identity and travel documents, including a Chinese permanent residence ID for foreign nationals. Ordinary foreign passports are not eligible. We will check any applicable offer individually.
Children occupying the first or second place in a suite are charged the same fare as adults under the supplied policy. Solo occupancy, a third guest and infants have separate pricing. Please include children’s ages in your enquiry.
The supplied 2027 policy lists cancellation charges of 10% at 180 or more days before departure; 20% at 60–179 days; 50% at 30–59 days; and 100% within 29 days. Ask for the complete terms applicable to your quotation before confirming.
Your written quotation will specify meals, shore activities, transfers, language services, optional extras and payment or amendment conditions. Published schedules do not guarantee availability.
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Use this checklist when choosing a verified ship and sailing.
| Before you decide | Questions for your travel designer |
|---|---|
| Ship & cabin | Which vessel, cabin layout, deck and facilities are included? |
| Service language | Which services and excursions are offered in English? |
| Route & duration | What are the embarkation and disembarkation points, dates and times? |
| Transfers | Are airport, station or hotel transfers included? |
| Meals & activities | Which meals and shore excursions are included, and which cost extra? |
| Accessibility & pace | Are the ship and excursions suitable for your mobility and travel style? |
| Booking terms | What are the deposit, balance, change and cancellation conditions? |
A CRUISE, CONNECTED TO YOUR CHINA
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