Serenity
- Renovates: 2003-03
- Passenger Decks: 5
- Total Passengers: 164
- Length: 96.30m
- Beam/Width: 14.8m
- Gross Tonage: 5191T
Serenity is a European style 5-star floating hotel on Yangtze River awarded by international hotel golden key organization. Serenity has completely changed the appearance of normal Yangtze River cruise ship which uses the enclosed glass wall structure and creates a streamline shape luxurious cruise ship. The green coating of the windows keeps reflecting the river sceneries on the body of the cruise ship.
The renovation of Serenity is designed by an American architect office. The main characteristics are: classical, aristocratic, mainly with European and American styles. The materials of the ship use marble, copper products and Thailand teak. On the floor of the public area and the aisle in guest area is matted with handmade wool carpets. The sanitary ware all made in Italy. The overall requirement is 5-star hotel standard. The cabin size of Serenity is the largest among the other Yangtze River cruise ships. The utilization area of standard cabin is 19 square meters. The entertainment hall on the fourth floor is about 1200 square meters with the various functions which can be both separated and integrated. In a grand activity, it can hold up to 500 guests.
Cruise Itinerary
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Facility & Activity
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| Day |
Itinerary |
Meal |
| Day1 |
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None |
| Day2 |
07:00 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 08:00-10:00 Shore excursion to Fengdu town-"Ghost City" 10:00-11:00 Cultural activities and Conference time 14:00-15:00 Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board 15:00 Optional excursion to Shibaozhai 18:00 Welcome banquet held by captain 20:00 Dancing & singing performance |
B/L/D |
| Day3 |
08:00-09:30 Sail through the Qutang Gorge 9:30-11:00 Sail through the Wuxia Gorge 12:00 Badong-shore excursion-drifting in the Shennong Stream 16:30 Sail through Xiling Gorge (western section) 18:00 Farewell Dinner 20:00-24:00 Pass the ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam |
B/L/D |
| Day4 |
06:30 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 07:30-09:30 Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam 09:30-11:00 Sail through Xiling Gorge (eastern section) 11:00 Arrive at Yichang Port |
B |
| Day |
Itinerary |
Meal |
| Day1 |
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None |
| Day2 |
07:00 Depart Yichang 07:00 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 07:00-08:30 Sail through Xiling Gorge (eastern section) 08:00 Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board 08:30-10:30 Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam 12:00-16:00 Pass the ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam 16:00-18:00 Sail through Xiling Gorge (western section) 18:00 Welcome banquet held by captain 20:00 Dancing & singing performance |
B/L/D |
| Day3 |
06:30 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 06:30-09:00 Sail through the Wuxia Gorge 09:00-13:00 Wushan- shore excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges 14:30 Sail through the Qutang Gorge |
B/L/D |
| Day4 |
06:30 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 08:00 Optional excursion to Shibaozhai 14:00-15:00 Cultural activities and Conference time 15:00 Shore excursion to Fengdu town-"Ghost City" 18:00 Farewell Dinner |
B/L/D |
| Day5 |
08:00 Arrive at Chongqing Port |
B |
Standard Cabin
- Total Cabins: 80
- Cabin Area: 14.20 (square meters)
- Cabin Layout: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
- Bed Type: 2 single beds
- Cabin Facilities: Riverview Window, Telephone, Satelite TV, Refrigerator, Safe, Shower
Presidential Suite
- Total Cabins: 2
- Cabin Area: 55.00 (square meters)
- Cabin Layout: 1 bedroom, 1 living room, 1 bathroom
- Bed Type: 1 Queen-size Bed
- Cabin Facilities: Riverview Window, Telephone, Satellite TV, Refrigerator, Safe, Bathtub, Shower
Chinese and Western Buffet
Various types of toasts, muffins and buns; Chinese and western cold dishes; fruit and vegetable salads; Chinese main courses; porridges; milk and fruit juice.
Chinese Table Meal
Meals with local flavors, including appetizer, cold dish, hot dish, daily soup, main course, dessert and Fruit Platter. Tea and soft drinks are also provided.
- Everyday's food is different. We will offer dilicious food with different themes. Free coffee is also provided 1 hour before breakfast.
- Table size is 10 persons per table. We will arrange the seats in accordance with the nationalities, groups and diet habbits of the guests.
- Please advise the reception desk of your requirements while boarding if your are a vegetarian or a guest in special diet.
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Itinerary Notice
Daily itinerary is displayed in lobby and will be sent to your cabin. According to river conditions, itinerary changes will be broadcasted.
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Interpretation
The tourist guides will introduce the services onboard, facilities of the cruise ship, the beautiful attractions, and answer your questions about your trip.
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Business Center
Offers email reading, online surfing and e-card sending services.
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Luggage Porterage
After boarding, your luggages will be transported by porters. All you need to do is to tell your cabin number to the receptionist or guide.
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Room Service
If you wish to have meals in your own cabin, please contact reception desk or room service center.
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Laundry Service
Please fill up the laundry form and put your clothes into the laundry bag, then cruise staff will pick it up or please hand the laundry bag to room service center.
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Photograph Service
Professional photographers will capture the eternal moments of your vacation. If you need, please directly contact the photographers.
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Conference Service
No matter conference classes, times and schedules, Yangtze Cruise ship can provide satisfactory conference services.
- Lobby
- Reception Desk
- Shop
- Business Center
- Health Clinic
- Cafe
- Reading Room
- Card Room
- Dancing/Disco
- Multi-function Hall
- Karaoke
- Bar
- Banquet Hall
- Front View Stand
- Beauty Salon
- Massage
- Conference Center
- Radio Room
- Sun Decks
- Public Washroom
- Gym
- Sauna
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Fashion Show
Bring your camera and smiles with you, because the cruise staff will show you the most beautiful clothes of different dynasties in China, including Han Dynasty (220-206B.C.); Traditional clothes from different areas of China present different cultures of China.
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Feature Films
If you wish to stay in cabin, you can watch feature films as soon as you turn on the TV.
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Lectures
Lectures of varying themes about Chinese history and culture make your cruise more colorful. Lectures includes Three Gorges Dam Projects, Chinese Medicine and Traditional Paintings of China.
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Tai Chi Chuan
It is a profound Chinese martial art with both hardness and softness. Daily practice keeps your body fit and healthy, promotes mental clarity, and also keeps the balance of Yin and Yang. It is also good for your beauty.
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Tea Ceremony
Passengers can get closer and improve morality by making tea, drinking tea and appreciating tea. Tea drinking makes your mind peaceful. This matches with Chinese philosophy. We will arrange time for passengers to try this art of ancient China.
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Lobby
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Corridor
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Dining Hall
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Sun Deck
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