Itinerary of Yangtze Cruise from Yichang to Chongqing

There are many Yangtze Cruises sailing from Yichang to Chongqing. The well-planed itinerary of the Yangtze Cruise from Yichang to Chongqing will give passengers an unforgettable cruise tourist.

Itinerary of Yangtze Cruise from Yichang to Chongqing

Day 1 Depart Yichang

9:00: Sail from Yichang, the economic and cultural center of western Hubei Province.

Day 2 Three Gorges Dam/Xiling Gorge

In the morning, visit to the Thee Gorges Sam at Sandouping, which is the largest water conservancy project in the world.

Then, sail through the Three Gorge Dam ship locks, and continue through Xiling Gorge, the longest (41 miles), and the deepest of the Three Gorges.

Day 3 Daning River "Lesser Three Gorges"/Wu Gorge/Qutang Gorge

Take an excursion through the Daning River Lesser Three Gorges, which are narrower than the Three Gorge, but very impressive.

Enter Wu Gorge, which is known for its quiet beauty, forest covered mountains, and cliffs so sheer that the sun barley penetrates the precipices.

Then sail through Qutang Gorge, which is the shortest (5 miles), narrowest (500 feet), and most dramatic one in the Three Gorges.

Day 4 Fengdu

Shore excursion to Fengdu, visiting either the "Ghost City", which is known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill, or the new relocation village, which was built for families who have moved as a result of the Yangtze River's rising water brought about by the Three Gorges Dam.

Optional excursion to Shibaozhai (river condition permitting), visiting the impressive 12-story pagoda, known as "The Pearl of the Yangtze"; it is one of the gems of Chinese architecture.

Day 5 Chongqing

9:00: Disembark at picturesque the "Mountain City" – Chongqing.

Notes:

The above itinerary is for general reference only. It subjects to the Yangtze River due to the different Weather and water conditions.