Cruise the Yangtze River in Luxury & Comfort!
The Yangtze River has long been on the travel bucket list of numerous travelers worldwide, especially for a serene cruise through its stunning Three Gorges. Selecting an ideal ship can be challenging due to the variety of routes and ships. NO WORRY! Our Chongqing & Chengdu-based expert team will help to craft your own unforgettable Yangtze cruise vacation and even a full China tour in genuine comfort and luxury in 2025. Let's start your sailing exploration!
In November 2024, we had an on-site research of most Yangtze ships to have a clear knowledge of the real hardware conditions and levels of service and language for receiving global guests. You can definitely rely on our expertise knowledge and recommendations about Yangtze River Cruise.
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- We are “Traveler’s Choice” winner on TripAdvisor year-on-year.
- We are the leading local travel agency for booking Yangtze cruises and China tours.
- We provide reliable, clear & the most comprehensive Yangtze cruise and travel guide.
- Trusted by thousands of travelers from nearly 100 countries with 1000+ good reviews for past decades.
- Our patient, friendly & experienced team offers tailored advice & 24/7 support.
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Best Yangtze River Cruise Ships 2025
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Century Voyage
2025 Ultimate luxurious, newest & cozy cruise
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $770
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Century Oasis
Best Yangtze choice with "2024 Asian Best" awards
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $611
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Yangzi Explorer
2025 Launch unparalleled luxury "Celebrity Choice"
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $1,432
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Victoria Sabrina
2025 Largest luxury cruise with international service
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $499
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Century Paragon
Valuable luxury ship with excellent service & price
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $436
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Yangtze 3
All-inclusive luxury cruise with featured routes
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $703
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Victoria Jenna
Ever-popular choice with world-class service
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $397
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Century Legend
2025 ONLY cruise sailing Shanghai - Chongqing
11 days Chongqing→Shanghai12 days Shanghai→Chongqing4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $436 / $2,319
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Yangzi Explorer
2025 Launch unparalleled luxury "Celebrity Choice"
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $1,432
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Century Voyage
2025 Ultimate luxurious, newest & cozy cruise
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $770
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Victoria Sabrina
2025 Largest luxury cruise with international service
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $499
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Century Glory
HOT 5-star luxury ship with superb service
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $611
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Century Victory
New & luxury "Customers' Favorite" built in 2022
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $611
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Yangtze 3
All-inclusive luxury cruise with featured routes
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $703
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Yangzi Explorer
2025 Launch unparalleled luxury "Celebrity Choice"
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $1,432
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Century Voyage
2025 Ultimate luxurious, newest & cozy cruise
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $770
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Century Oasis
Best Yangtze choice with "2024 Asian Best" awards
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $611
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Century Victory
New & luxury "Customers' Favorite" built in 2022
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $611
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Century Paragon
Valuable luxury ship with excellent service & price
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $436
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Century Legend
2025 ONLY cruise sailing Shanghai - Chongqing
11 days Chongqing→Shanghai12 days Shanghai→Chongqing4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $436 / $2,319
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Victoria Jenna
Ever-popular choice with world-class service
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $397
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Victoria Anna
Cost-effective luxury ship with international service
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $397
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Century Voyage
2025 Ultimate luxurious, newest & cozy cruise
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $770
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Yangzi Explorer
2025 Launch unparalleled luxury "Celebrity Choice"
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $1,432
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Yangtze 3
All-inclusive luxury cruise with featured routes
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $703
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Yangtze Miracle
2024 Refurbished spacious deluxe cruise
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing
Only $708
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Yangtze 1
2025 ONLY cruise sailing Ship Lift, Gezhou Dam & Xiling Gorge
5 days Yichang→Chongqing5 days Chongqing→Yichang
Only $623
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Yangtze 2
2024 Refurbished spacious vessel offering both classic Three Gorges route and Nanjing Chongqing route.
4 days Chongqing→Yichang5 days Yichang→Chongqing10 days Chongqing→Nanjing11 days Nanjing→Chongqing
Only $559 / $1,593
Yangtze River Cruise Calendar
Yangtze River Cruise Routes
Among the several different Yangtze River cruise routes, the most classic sailings are between Chongqing and Yichang, for 4 to 5 days, which are offered by most Yangtze cruise ships. Besides, special longer routes between Shanghai and Chongqing for 11 to 12 days, etc. are also available, however with unfixed dates, for in-depth discoveries to more attractive destinations along the legendary mother river.
- Chongqing Yichang Cruises - 4 Days & 3 Nights
- This downstream route is the golden cruise line to discover the significant Three Gorges of the Yangtze, chosen by more than half travelers!
- Highlights: Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, Xiling Gorge, Three Gorges Dam, Shennv Stream, Fengdu Ghost City...
- Yichang Chongqing Cruises - 5 Days & 4 Nights
- It is another popular and classic upstream route to appreciate the Yangtze’s golden section at a more leisure pace!
- Highlights: Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, Xiling Gorge, Three Gorges Dam, Tribe of Three Gorges, Shennong Stream...
- Shanghai Chongqing Cruises - 12 Days & 11 Nights
- The appealing in-depth Yangtze River panorama cruise includes exploration of the fabulous nature, culture, and history of its lower and middle reaches (Dates are unfixed every year).
- Highlights: Slendor West Lake, Mt. Niushou, Mount Jiuhua, Jingdezhen, Mt. Lushan, Hubei Provincial Museum, Yueyang Tower, Three Gorges, Three Gorges Dam, Ship Locks...
- Chongqing Shanghai Cruises - 11 Days & 10 Nights
- To Savor Half of China’s Splendid Nature, Culture & History from the southwest to the east part (Dates are unfixed every year).
- Highlights: Slendor West Lake, Mt. Niushou, Mount Jiuhua, Jingdezhen, Mt. Lushan, Hubei Provincial Museum, Jingzhou Ancient City Wall, Three Gorges, Three Gorges Dam, Ship Locks...
- Chongqing Nanjing Cruises - 10~11 Days
- Experience the grandeur of China while soaking in the breathtaking views along the magnificent Yangtze (available during August 21 ~ October 26 in 2025).
- Highlights: Mount Jiuhua, Jingdezhen, Yellow Mountain, Mt. Lushan, Hubei Provincial Museum, Jingzhou Ancient City Wall, Three Gorges, Three Gorges Dam, Ship Locks...
China Tour Packages with Yangtze River Cruises 2025/2026
- 6 Best Tour Packages
- Almost travelers prefer to combine a Yangtze cruise with more destinations in their China vacation! Here are the 6 best China Yangtze River cruise packages with classic discoveries to popular destinations like Beijing, Shanghai, Xian, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, etc.!
6 Days Chongqing, Yangtze River & Zhangjiajie Exciting Tour
(Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / Zhangjiajie)
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13 Days Classic China Tour with Yangtze Cruise
(Beijing / Xian / Guilin / Yangshuo / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / Shanghai)
from $2,253 Details
15 Days China Yangtze Tour with Zhangjiajie & Guilin Landscape
(Shanghai / Guilin / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / Zhangjiajie / Xian / Beijing)
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12 Days China Golden Triangle Tour with Yangtze River Cruise
(Beijing / Xian / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / Shanghai)
from $1,979 Details
14 Days Enchanting China Yangtze Tour with Avatar Zhangjiajie
(Beijing / Xian / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / Zhangjiajie / Shanghai)
from request Details
- Tour from Gateways
- Plenty of visitors also plan their trip based on the gateway cities in China, namely Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Chengdu, with both convenient international flights and domestic transfer by air and railway.
Beijing
Capital of China. It is where to admire the magnificent and luxuriant styles of past imperial families and look at the miraculous Great Wall.
Shanghai
The “magic Shanghai” is a stunning gateway to feel the metropolitan vibes and China’s traditional poetic beauty in nearby Hangzhou, Suzhou, Huangshan...
Hong Kong
Its skyline and night view, international culture blending with local tradition, and countless food choices make Hong Kong a paradise for visitors.
Chengdu
This cute hometown of giant pandas and fertile land is the transportation hub in Southwest China, serving as the national gate, especially for travelers from Asia.
- Cruise with Hot Cities
- If you want to discover more of China? It is wise and popular to plan your Yangtze cruise with other hot cities, such as Chengdu (1-2 days), Zhangjiajie (2-4 days), Xian (1-2 days), Guilin (2-4 days), Wuhan (1-2 days), Nanjing (1-2 days), etc. Deepen your understanding of diverse nature, culture and history of amazing China!
This “Little Hong Kong” with its spectacular skyline is super popular for a city lost. It is home to spicy food, UNESCO World Heritage Sites - Dazu Rock Carvings and Wulong Karst Landscape, and parts of the Three Gorges.
- Most popular itinerary:
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6 Days Chongqing Yangtze Cruise with Wulong Karst
(Chongqing / Wulong / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang)
Famous as the “Hometown of Giant Pandas” & “Land of Abundance”. People flock to Chengdu for its symbolic “laid-back” life pace and to seek ancient Shu Kingdom mysteries and rich UNESCO heritages nearby. 1.5 hours’ bullet train ride from Chongqing.
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8 Days Chengdu Leshan Mount Emei & Yangtze Cruise Tour
(Chengdu / Leshan / E'mei / Chengdu / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang)
Zhangjiajie (Hunan Province) has the most fascinating national parks in China. You can explore the Avatar Mountains in the UNESCO-protected Zhangjiajie National Forest Park or walk on Zhangjiajie Glass Bridges over the Grand Canyon.
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8 Days Leisure Tour to Zhangjiajie & Yangtze River
(Zhangjiajie / Yichang / Yangtze Cruise / Chongqing)
It is home to the Terracotta Warriors and the starting point of the Silk Road. Here you can dig out over 5,000 years of brilliant history to learn more about this ancient capital of 13 dynasties. Also, the Ancient City Wall, Shaanxi History Museum, etc. are must-visits!
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10 Days Xian Zhangjiajie Yangtze Cruise
(Xian / Zhangjiajie / Yichang / Yangtze Cruise / Chongqing)
The small Yichang (Hubei) is known as “the Gateway to the Three Gorges” and “Hydropower capital of the world”. With a history spanning over 2,700 years and being the hometown of Quyuan, Yichang has many highlights and is excellent to learn Chu Kingdom history!
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5 Days Yichang Tour with Yangtze Cruise Experience
(Yichang / Yangtze Cruise / Chongqing)
"East or West, Guilin Landscape is the Best”! Guilin is China’s most gorgeous place. Cruising the Li River down and roaming around Yangshuo is best to discover its karst landscape. Also, Longji Rice Terraces is incredible to marvel at locals’ agricultural artistic talent.
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6 Days Yangtze River Cruise from Idyllic Guilin
(Guilin / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang)
The capital of Hubei Province has long been historically significant since 3,500 years ago. Thus, it has enough cultural relics to explore China’s brilliant culture. As an enormous port on the Yangtze, it is the core city of the river’s development and has rich stunning sightseeing.
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6 Days Wuhan City Tour with Yangtze Cruise
(Wuhan / Yichang / Yangtze Cruise / Chongqing)
It was the ancient capital thousands of years ago throughout several dynasties and kingdoms. In Nanjing, the ancient sites and historical landmarks tell its history and culture. You won't miss the top tourist attractions like Dr. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum, Qinhuai River, etc.
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7 Days Nanjing & Yangtze River Tour
(Nanjing / Yichang / Yangtze Cruise / Chongqing)
Sail with Best Cruise Companies on the Yangtze
Specialized in booking Yangtze River cruises for many years, we know this field very well. Also, we know exactly the characteristics of each cruise company and fleet for our years of friendly long-term cooperation. Here are the top 6 cruise companies with decades of experience receiving international cruise visitors for your selection.
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Century Cruises
Asia's Best River Cruise Line (2021-2024) with outstanding fleet and service
from only $436
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Victoria Cruises
New York based luxury cruise line with international service
from only $383
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Yangzi Explorer
2025 Launched unparalleled luxury "Celebrity Choice" with one-on-one service
from only $1,432
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Changjiang Cruises
Professional experienced team offering All-inclusive cruises packages & unique itineraries
from only $559
Yangtze River Cruise Guide
In order to help you figure out everything about the Yangtze River cruise vacation, here we collect the onboard experience, shore excursions, the latest news, and useful guide info about travel season, ports, transportation, and so forth. Check it now and start your cruise plan with no effort!
Shore Excursions
It is a must-see Yangtze highlight and one of the ten finest scenic sites in China. So, nobody been to the river will omit Three Gorges sightseeing. Getting its name because of its three beautiful gorges, including Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge, Three Gorges is the ideal classic spot to marvel at the world’s top gorge view and China’s poetic charm.
The largest hydroelectric plant in the world, taking over a century to complete. With quite significant contribution to flood control and power generation transmitted to many provinces, this project is another major reason for so many tourists to cruise the Yangtze River. Every Yangtze River cruise arranges a shore excursion to look at the marvelous dam project on site.
Also called Three Gorges Dam Ship Elevator, it is not only the largest but also the most sophisticated ship lift in the whole world. You will take a sightseeing boat to take this incredible ship lift up or down, with an elevation of 370 feet (about 113 m), to pass the Three Gorges Dam within only around 40 minutes, particularly efficient compared to the past 3 hours.
It is a mysterious and idyllic land with abundant Ba and Chu cultures. Here, ancient stilt houses and bridges are under good preservation, and native Tujia ethnic groups on water, by brooks and on mountain tops still continue their own simple folk lifestyle. Tranquil scenery of bamboo forests, lakes, hills, etc. of a rural tribe there attracts plenty of global visitors!
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Our Customers’ Yangtze Cruise Trips
During the past years, we have helped a great many cruise guests from across the world achieve their sailing dreams to the Yangtze River. And so far, we have received 1090+ pieces of feedback and 600+ TripAdvisor reviews from our real guests, and they have also shared hundreds of nice trip photos and inspiring travel stories with us. You can have a clearer understanding of the real experience of the cruise and tour in China as well as our provided service by checking them below, as we will keep upgrading.
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Reviewed on April 15, 2025
Hi Tracy,
I have been very busy since coming home! We got back to school and work immediately. The trip was wonderful. The guides were great...
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Reviewed on April 14, 2025
Jack,
We are back to Australia. and we totally enjoyed our cruise. Food offered on board and during land excursions were excellent. Land excursions are quite comprehensive. We would recommend the cruise to our friends....
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