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A holiday experience should be joyful and relaxing! Whether you take merely a Yangtze cruise tour or in combination with a tour of hot cities, our diverse Yangtze cruise tours are always flexible for you.

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Gold Cruises from $419 New Century Cruises from $459 President Cruises from $349 Victoria Cruises from $359 Yangtze Premier Cruises from $369 Yangtze Explorer from $1039

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    FAQs on Yangtze Cruise

    What is the difference between taking the downstream cruise as opposed to the upstream?

    Yangtze River Cruises 2021 have downstream and upstream sailings. Downstream sails from the higher part of the river – Chongqing to the lower part - Yichang. Conversely, upstream sails from Yichang to Chongqing. The main difference is that downstream takes one day less than the upstream. The onshore excursion programs may differ a little in some of the ships, but the Yangtze three gorges sceneries and the dam project are all included.

    How long are the Yangtze vacations? Can I do it in 3 days?

    Basically it takes 4 days/ 3 nights for a downstream sailing, and 5 days/ 4 nights for an upstream journey. At present, there is no reputable cruise company operating only 3 day/ 2 nights along the river.

    When is the latest possible time to board the ship? Is there a ticket for me?

    Usually you need to arrive several hours before the ship sets sail. We will offer you the detailed boarding information beforehand. You just need to show your passport when you board the ship. If you take a guided China cruises tour, the guide will escort you to the boarding port and help you check in the ship.

    There is no dinner mentioned on the day when we board the ship. Where should we have it?

    Before boarding the ship, we suggest you have dinner at a restaurant in the city area. Chongqing is famous for the hot pot and Sichuan cuisine. Also, there are many local flavors for you to taste. The guide will help you choose a good restaurant according to your preferences. You can also have dinner at the restaurant on board after check-in, but it might be expensive.

    Is there a balcony available in the cabin?

    Not all ships have balcony cabins available, but all cabins on the ships we use for our valued clients have a private balcony, thereby ensuring that our clients have a comfortable stay and a truly memorable experience.

    Are the main deck cabins noisy? Do you recommend cabins on the upper decks?

    Please rest assured that you will not be bothered by the noise, as the ships assign guests to cabins on the main, 3rd and 4th decks, which are well away from the engines, anchor gear and entertainment areas.

    As for higher decks, the cabins certainly have better views, but they are mostly executive cabins and deluxe suites, so the cost is much higher.

    Are special diets catered for?

    Yes. Most ships can accommodate vegetarian, salt-free, Kosher, or other diet preferences in the best possible way. However, requests must be made in advance, so be sure to advise your travel consultant of your requirements when you make a booking.

    Is Wi-Fi available on board?

    Free Wi-Fi is not available in most of the ships. Clients need to pay an extra fee for that. Sometimes the Wi-Fi connection is not very good due to a poor network.

    Can I have the service of your private tour guide when on board?

    Sorry, this is not going to work. As your travel agent we purchase the cruise tickets for you, but all activities onboard are arranged by the cruise company. After helping you board the ship, our private guide in Chongqing or Yichang will say good bye to you. Then all activities and shore excursions will be managed by the cruise company. There are always an English-speaking guide and a manager ready to serve passengers onboard.

    Is there dress code during the Yangtze vacation?

    Actually casual and comfortable clothes during travel are most people's choice, but dressing up for some particular occasions, e.g. Captain's Welcome Party, is welcomed.
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      Thomas Squire
      France
      Posted on May 07, 2021
      We have been telling our friends about what a great trip we had, and showing them some of our wonderful photographs. Our tour with TravelChinaGuide was excellent in every way. They helped us a lot with our planning and preparations. Thank you so much for a wonderful Yangtze River Cruise!
      Karen Lin
      Singapore
      Posted on February 18, 2021
      It was a nice 13 days China cruise tour of Beijing, Xi’an, Chengdu, Yangtze and Shanghai. Most parts of the itinerary ran smoothly. The guides were responsible and patient and did a good job.

      We not only enjoyed the interesting and memorable scenic spots but viewed the spectacular natural scenery along the way. The Yangtze cruise was a wonderful experience for me. I was able to see the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Yangtze River. Enjoyable!
      Tom Doddannavar
      Denmark
      Posted on November 14, 2020
      The 12 days China Yangtze cruise tours from Beijing with TravelChinaGuide was fantastic from the beginning to the end.
      I enjoyed listening to the explanations of the scenic spots and local customs. It was a great treasure if I knew something new to me. The guides were considerate and helped me to look after my parents. We were very satisfied with this trip!
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