5D4N Yangtze River Cruise:Yichang to Chongqing by Yangzi Explorer

Day 1: Arrival in Yichang & Cruise Embarkation

• Welcome & Transfer: Upon arrival at Yichang Three Gorges Airport or Yichang East Railway Station, you’ll be greeted by a representative and transferred to Yichang Maoping Port to board the 5-star Yangzi Explorer cruise ship. Get ready for an upstream journey through the Yangtze River’s stunning Three Gorges—an area renowned for its breathtaking scenery and profound historical and cultural significance to China.
• Evening Highlights: The ship will sail past Xiling Gorge in the evening.
  • 16:00–18:30: Check-in
  • 18:30–20:30: Chinese & Western buffet dinner (includes free-flow house wine, local beer, and assorted soft drinks)
  • 21:00: Safety briefing at Explorer Bar
  • 21:30: Captain’s Welcome Reception
• Meals Included: Dinner
• Accommodation: Overnight stay on the 5-star Yangzi Explorer cruise ship.

Day 2: Exploring Badong County & Wushan 12 Peaks

• Stop 1: Badong County (4-hour visit) – Discover the charm of this riverside county (detailed information and photos available).
• Stop 2: Chongqing Wushan 12 Peaks (3-hour visit) – Admire the iconic peaks that have inspired poets and artists for centuries (detailed information and photos available).
• Meals Included:
  • Breakfast: Chinese & Western buffet (07:00–08:30); Morning coffee, tea, and pastries also available 06:30–07:00
  • Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet (12:00–13:30)
  • Dinner: Chinese & Western buffet (19:00–20:30)
• Accommodation: Overnight stay on the Yangzi Explorer cruise ship.

Day 3: Qutang Gorge, Baidicheng & Three Gorges Highlights

• Stop 1: Chongqing Qutang Gorge (2-hour visit, admission included) – Experience the majestic narrow gorges and towering cliffs (detailed information and photos available).
• Stop 2: Baidicheng Scenic Area (2-hour visit, admission included) – Explore the “White Emperor City,” a historic site linked to ancient Chinese legends (detailed information and photos available).
• Stop 3: Three Gorges Core Scenic Area (2-hour visit, admission included) – Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and cultural heritage of the Three Gorges (detailed information and photos available).
• Meals Included:
  • Breakfast: Chinese & Western buffet (07:00–08:30); Morning coffee, tea, and pastries also available 06:30–07:00
  • Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet (12:00–13:30)
  • Dinner: Chinese & Western buffet (19:00–20:30)
• Accommodation: Overnight stay on the Yangzi Explorer cruise ship.

Day 4: Shi Bao Zhai & Xituo Ancient Town

• Stop 1: Shi Bao Zhai (2-hour visit, admission included) – Visit the iconic “Precious Stone Fortress,” a unique architectural marvel clinging to a cliffside (detailed information and photos available).
• Stop 2: Xituo Ancient Town (2-hour visit, admission included) – Wander through this well-preserved ancient town, steeped in history and local culture (detailed information available).
• Meals Included:
  • Breakfast: Chinese & Western buffet (07:00–08:30); Morning coffee, tea, and pastries also available 06:30–07:00
  • Lunch: Chinese & Western buffet (12:00–13:30)
  • Dinner: Chinese & Western buffet (19:00–20:30)
• Accommodation: Overnight stay on the Yangzi Explorer cruise ship.

Day 5: Disembarkation in Chongqing

• Morning Disembarkation: At 09:00 AM, disembark the ship at Chongqing Chaotianmen Port. Chongqing, a bustling metropolis of towering skyscrapers, is the world’s largest municipality with a population exceeding 33 million.
• Transfer: You will be transferred to Chongqing Airport, Railway Station, or downtown Chongqing for your onward travel plans.
• Meals Included: Breakfast
• Accommodation: No accommodation included (departure day).