The Yangtze River is one of the most interesting rivers in the world. It is blessed with a richness of natural/manmade scenery and cultural relics such as the Three Gorges Dam, Gemstone Stronghold, and Shennong Stream. A Yangtze River cruise will give you the opportunity to see some of the most spectacular scenery imaginable.

Taking a Yangtze cruise is a popular way to discover China. It can slow your pace and relax your mind with a leisurely journey, letting you take in picturesque gorges from a deck chair or personal balcony. Every year, millions of travelers have come to China to enjoy this fantastic experience.

Popular Cruises 2022/2023
There are over 30 luxury cruise ships sailing downstream ( from Chongqing to Yichang: 4 days & 3 nights) and upstream (from Yichang to Chongqing: 5 days & 4 nights) on Yangtze River, which are operated by six cruise companies, including Century Cruises, Victoria Cruises, Sanctuary Retreats (Yangtze Explorer), President Cruises, Yangtze Gold Cruises, and Changjiang Cruises. When faced with so many options, you may be confused about choosing a cruise ship.

Century Glory:

Century Glory is the newest flagship Yangtze cruise ship, which went into service in September 2019. It is now the largest and most luxurious ship on the Yangtze with seven decks.

Century Glory has brought China's inland river cruises into a new era. It is the first ship on the Yangtze River to have new intelligent technology. The passenger, with just a smartphone, can learn all aspects of his/her trip, including cruise information and activity schedules. This comes alongside its luxury service and amenities offered throughout. Century Glory provides passengers an exceptionally comfortable and pleasant cruising experience.

Century Legend

Century Legend was launched in 2013 along with its sister ship, the Century Paragon. It is one of the most luxurious ships on the Yangtze River run by Century Cruises, which features a European-style management philosophy. It is driven by an ‘electric propulsion system’, providing passengers vibration-free and environmentally-friendly voyages along the river.

The ship is 139 meters (456 feet) long, with an incredible 7 decks. Century Legend can carry up to 398 passengers and 150 crew members. It is one of the top choices for visitors who want to enjoy a relaxing Yangtze River cruise trip in real luxury!

Century Paragon

Century Paragon came into service in 2013. It is one of the most luxurious ships on the Yangtze River under the Century Cruises banner with its featured European-style management philosophy. The first cruise ship on the Yangtze River driven by an 'electric propulsion system', it provides passengers vibration-free and environmentally-friendly voyages along the river.

Century Paragon was designed by Yran & Storbraaten, the Norwegian naval architectural firm that has worked with Seabourn, Disney Cruises, Holland America, and Viking.

Victoria Jenna

Victoria Jenna is a super five-star cruise line and the most popular cruise ship managed by the American Victoria Cruise Group. Having been refurbished in 2018, Victoria Jenna was updated with more advanced facilities and amenities, bringing passengers better comfort for a luxury Yangtze River cruise experience.

With a total guest capacity of 400 people, travelers can choose from 189 deluxe cabins and suites in four distinct types. The ship was the first on the Yangtze River to use a five-star hotel management system that intelligently connects all the departments of the cruise. This allows the guests to enjoy fast and accurate service.

Yangzi Explorer

Yangtze Explorer is one of the most luxurious ships on the Yangtze River. It was designed by the famous French designer Anthony Dugdale and was decorated by famous British designer Andrew Sobenko. All onboard facilities are new and advanced, ideally suiting the elegant decor.

Yangtze Explorer boasts the largest standard cabins on the Yangtze River. It offers the finest and most personalized service of any ship sailing the river, the ratio of crew to passengers is 1:1! This ship has been chosen by many celebrities, such as Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Henry Kissinger, for their Yangtze River cruise.

Yangtze Gold 8

Yangtze Gold 8 had its first maiden voyage in March 2013. It is one of the largest, most-spacious, and quietest ships on the Yangtze River. It also boasts the best service.

Built in accordance with five-star standards, the interior decoration is European in style. It has a range of different room types meeting the accommodation needs of various types of travelers, such as couples, family visitors, single visitors, and people on business trips.

Yangtze Gold cruises are managed by a specialized management company, which makes the service more professional and reliable. Yangtze Gold 8 can make your experience an amazing one. It is one of the most comfortable and charismatic inland river cruises in the world.

Itinerary from Chongqing to Yichang:

Itinerary from  Yichang to Chongqing: