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Interstellar Athena Cruise

Interstellar Athena Cruise

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Affiliated Company:Interstellar Series
Passenger Capacity:650
Gross Tonnage:12000
Passenger Decks:6
Renovation Date:2021.4
Maiden Voyage:2021.4
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STEP 1Select Course
Chongqing(18:00) → Yichang(12:30)
Yichang(11:30) → Chongqing(08:00)
DYichang(20:00) → Chongqing(10:30)
STEP 2Select Date
STEP 3Select Room Type
Room TypeDeck FloorAreaStructureBed TypeGuestsMinimum PriceChoose
Interstellar AthenaBalcony Deluxe Standard CabinBalcony Deluxe Standard Cabin Video2/3/4/526㎡One bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony0.9m * 2 sheets2$2599/people
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Interstellar AthenaScenic SuiteScenic Suite Video548㎡One bedroom, one living room, and one balcony1.8m * 1 sheet2$7200/people
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Kind Reminder:Cruise ships are irregularly renovated, and room parameters, styles, etc. may change. Please refer to the actual situation on the day of boarding.

The Star Athena cruise ship is one of the high-end cruise ships under Chongqing Yuhong Shipping Company, which includes five Star series cruise ships including Star Crystal. The "Interstellar Athena" and "Interstellar Apollo" launched in April 2021 are the sixth generation new cruise ships on the Yangtze River. They adopt the world's most advanced shipbuilding technology concept, which is safe, environmentally friendly, technological, and comfortable. The "Interstellar Athena" is 120 meters long, 19 meters wide, 6 floors high, 23 meters, with 210 guest rooms and a maximum passenger capacity of 650 people. The atrium is equipped with 2 two-way vertical elevators, and the ship has a buffet restaurant, VIP restaurant, sky view bar, cinema, KTV singing room, gym, shops, reading bar, chess room, dance space, etc.

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Interstellar Athena Cruise Itinerary

DAY 1
Self care
After arriving in Yichang, go to the designated hotel by yourself and check in (the specific hotel name  will be informed one day in advance)
DAY 2
brunch
Morning : Tour to Three Gorges Dam
Afternoon: Tour to Three Gorges Tribes--Longjin Stream
Optional tour to Ship Lift (self-paid ¥290/pax), during the maintenance period of the Ship Lift ,the self-paid program will be adjusted to Wudieshui Grand Canyon (self-paid ¥290/pax)
20:00 Safety briefing
21:00 Set sail
Important reminder: The ship lift will be suspended for maintenance starting at 08:00 on August 18, 2026, with a construction period of 42 days. During this period,  you will not be able to participate in this program.
DAY 3
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
06:30-06:30 Morning coffee/tea
06:30-07:30 Buffet Breakfast
07:00-08:00 Sailing through Wu Gorge
08:00-12:00 Onboard free time activities/optional tour to Lesser Three Gorges (self-paid ¥290/pax)
12: 00-13:00 Buffet Lunch
14: 30-15:00 Scenic cruising---Qutang Gorge
15: 00-18:00 Onboard free time activities/optional tour to White Emperor City (self-paid ¥252/pax)
18: 00-19:00 Captain's Welcome Reception
Important reminder:
Optional tour to the Lesser Three Gorges will be with complimentary attraction-the Mini Three Gorges(If the tour cannot be conducted due to weather reasons, no refund will be provided.)
DAY 4
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
06:30-07:00 Morning coffee/tea
06:30-07:30 Buffet Breakfast
08:00-10:30 Shore Excursion-Shibaozai(Shibao Pagoda)
12: 00-13:00 Buffet Lunch
15:00-18:00Shore Excursion- Fengdu Ghost City
18: 30-19:30 Buffet Dinner
20: 30-21:30 Farewell Party
DAY 5
breakfast
06:00-06:30 Morning coffee/tea
06:00-07:00 Buffet Breakfast
At 08:00 Disembark at Chongqing Port and end a pleasant trip to the Three Gorges
Important reminder:
Due to changes in hydrological conditions, weather, and channel control etc, the cruise ship may be adjusted to depart from Fengdu or Fuling ports. In such cases, the cruise line will arrange for a unified ride to the main city of Chongqing. Please actively cooperate with the transfer arrangements.

Includes

Note: The above prices are exclusive to Chinese tourists; please contact customer service for details if you hold a passport.
Accommodation: Includes 3 nights of stay in the selected cruise cabin type.
Attractions: Complimentary excursions include Fengdu Ghost City, Shibaozhai(Shibao Pagoda), and the Three Gorges Dam, Three Gorges Tribes--Longjin Stream.
Meals: Include 3 breakfasts, 4 main meals, and 1 embarkation snack dinner, primarily served as Western-Chinese buffet style.
Guide Tours: On-site attraction guides and shipboard commentary services include.
Onboard Entertainment : Evening shows and activities are performed by the cruise stuff, focusing on interactive entertainment rather then professiomnal troupes.

Excludes

1. Other expenses other than those listed in the 'Cost Includes' section;
2. Excluding personal travel insurance and transportation expenses to and from the departure location (it is recommended to leave sufficient time);
3. Excluding self funded sightseeing projects and small transportation in scenic areas, such as the Fengdu Ghost City Cableway round-trip at 35 yuan/person, the Three Gorges Dam scenic area electric scooter at 10 yuan/person, and the headset at 20 yuan/person;
4. Excluding personal consumption, such as upgrading floors, room types, executive lounges, VIP restaurants, drinks, laundry, massages, etc KTV、 Chess and card entertainment, tips, etc.
5. The third person in the balcony family room is not available in the hotel on the shore, and if the third person occupies a bed, they need to make up for the difference in a single room;

Voluntary Programs

White Emperor City ¥252 /Pax
Ship Lift ¥290/Pax(This program will be unavailable in case of maintenance.)
the Lesser Three Gorges ¥290 /Pax
Wudieshui Grand Canyon¥198/Pax
Reminder:
1. Self-paid attractions are selectively docked by the ship, and in cases where docking conditions are not allowed, the number of applicants is insufficient, time restrictions, route adjustments, etc., the ship may not organize a certain self funded project; It is also possible that a certain self funded project is exceptionally popular, with limited quota and a first come, first served basis, subject to the arrangement of the shipping company;
2. For the safety of tourists and to avoid missing the ship, in principle, cruise ships prohibit tourists from disembarking without the guidance of cruise ship staff or tour guides.

Voluntary Shopping

None

Precautions

1. In the case of one adult and one child, one room is required and the ship cannot arrange to share it with others;
2. The above prices are the basic floor prices for the corresponding room type. If you need to specify a higher floor, you will need to pay a floor fee;
3. The above prices are on a one ticket basis, and the itinerary includes content arranged by the shipping company. If you give up sightseeing/dining/early departure/hold discounted documents, etc., there will be no difference in refund;
4. The above prices are for residents in Chinese Mainland. The prices of compatriots from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan and other nationalities will be different (please consult customer service). If a guest deliberately conceals his/her identity, he/she will not only be asked to make up the difference, but also may be refused to board the ship by the ship owner (please be sure to tell the truth);
5. Due to the global booking of cabin space, which is subject to change at any time, a second confirmation is required for purchasing this product. The effectiveness of the order is subject to full payment and confirmation by the booking center. Payment alone does not mean a successful booking. If the room type for this voyage is sold out, you can change the room type/flight schedule/cruise/refund, and the refund will be processed within working days. Thank you for your understanding;
6. The above content is a normal situation, but due to factors such as the shipping company, season, water level, weather, waterway, special voyage, charter, temporary policies, etc., there may be adjustments to tourist attractions or boarding/disembarking docks (including but not limited to: time nodes, tour order, changing attractions and docks, etc.). Please refer to the actual implementation of the current voyage. If there is a transfer at Chongqing Port, the shipping company will arrange for passengers to board/disembark at Fengdu or Fuling Port. Please actively cooperate with the transfer arrangements.
7. Due to the limitations of the ship's conditions, some special groups cannot be accommodated. Please consult customer service for specific information. Special groups include but are not limited to pregnant women, elderly people with limited mobility, disabled individuals, those with serious illnesses, and those with mental illnesses.

Refund & Change

Refund rules:
For non holiday and charter special flights, if the order is cancelled due to tourist reasons after it takes effect, the fee deduction standard is as follows:
Cancellations made 60 days or more before departure will incur a 10% fee on the order;
Cancellations made 59 to 22 days before departure will incur a 25% fee on the order;
Cancellations made 21 to 11 days before departure will incur a 50% fee for the order;
Cancellations made 10 to 0 days before departure will incur a 100% fee for the order.
Change rules:
1. For special flights such as non holidays and charter flights, passengers can apply for a change of flight for the next flight 7 days (excluding) before departure, but it will not be processed when the cabin is full; When rescheduling to the next voyage, if the price of the following voyage is higher than the original voyage, the price of the next voyage shall be executed, and the difference shall be made up; When rescheduling to the next voyage, if the price of the following voyage is lower than the original voyage, the difference will not be refunded;
2. No rescheduling procedures will be processed within 7 days before departure;
3. The rescheduling is limited to once, and the rescheduling fee is 10% of the order amount. Those who have not boarded the ship after the change will be cancelled according to the date before the change.
Special note:
1. The "day" mentioned above refers to a calendar day, subject to the time in Chinese Mainland;
2. The ticket is only valid for the same day's voyage and will be invalidated upon expiration, with non refundable fees;
3. Special flights such as holidays and charter flights shall be subject to the refund and change rules for holidays and charter flights, and shall not be refunded or changed in principle;
4. Holiday voyage definition: The voyage partially or entirely falls within the scope of national statutory holidays or major local holidays (including one day before and after), among which the Spring Festival voyage includes New Year's Eve to the fifteenth day of the first lunar month;
5. If the cancellation of the order is due to force majeure or events that the cruise company has fulfilled its reasonable duty of care but cannot avoid, it is not the responsibility of the cruise company and the booking center. Such events include but are not limited to safety issues related to the cruise ship, flooding of the cruise ship or failure or damage to the hull, mechanical components, and fixed parts (situations that the carrier cannot foresee or avoid after routine and comprehensive mechanical inspections), port congestion and blockage, or other situations beyond the carrier's control.

Interstellar Athena Cruise Photos

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    Interstellar Athena Cruise—cafeteria
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-Reading Room
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—Reading Room
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-Photography Department
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—Photography Department
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-chess and card room
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—chess and card room
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-Reception
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—Reception
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-Multi functional hall bar
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—Multi functional hall bar
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-gym
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—gym
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-Multi functional Hall 1
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—Multi functional Hall 1
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-Multifunction Room
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—Multifunction Room
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-hurricane deck
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—hurricane deck
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-KTV
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—KTV
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-VIP Restaurant
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—VIP Restaurant
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    Interstellar Athena Cruise—VIP Restaurant 1
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-VIP Viewing Bar
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—VIP Viewing Bar
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-VIP Viewing Bar
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—VIP Viewing Bar
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-supermarket
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—supermarket
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-lobby
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—lobby
  • Interstellar Athena Cruise-cinema
    Interstellar Athena Cruise—cinema

Interstellar Athena Cruise Catering

Chinese and western buffets: meal bags, toast, cold dishes and Chinese cold dishes, hot dishes, soup, vegetable and fruit salad, Chinese staple food, Congee, fruit juice, etc.
reminder:
1. Every day, meals are changed in rotation and different themed delicacies are arranged.
2. Vegetarians and those with special dining requirements are requested to inform the front desk of the cruise ship in advance when boarding.
3. The cruise ship will arrange tables in advance based on the nationality, group, and dietary habits of the guests. In order to facilitate dining for tourists, the seating arrangement of the tables will be indicated at the entrance of the restaurant. Guests are requested to sit according to the arrangement of the ship.

Interstellar Athena Cruise Amenities

  • Cruise hallCruise hall
  • Info DeskInfo Desk
  • Sun DeckSun Deck
  • Function HallFunction Hall
  • Banquet HallBanquet Hall
  • VIP RestaurantVIP Restaurant
  • Beauty salonBeauty salon
  • Recreation CenterRecreation Center
  • Shopping ArcadeShopping Arcade
  • Photo CenterPhoto Center
  • karaokekaraoke
  • Movie theatersMovie theaters
  • Reading AreaReading Area
  • gymgym
  • Card RoomCard Room
  • Conference CenterConference Center
  • Medical RoomMedical Room
  • Radio RoomRadio Room
  • barbar
  • liftlift
  • Public LoungePublic Lounge
  • ToiletToilet

Interstellar Athena Cruise Activities

Reading Room: Provides various books, magazines, and magazines, with an elegant and pleasant reading environment.
Chess and Card Room: Provides fully automatic hemp for card and chess activities, with a comfortable and elegant environment.
Fitness Center: A spacious, bright, and fully equipped fitness center that allows you, who love sports, to enjoy the pleasure of exercising while on a cruise ship
Farewell banquet: a state guest level reception that combines Chinese and Western elements. Participating in it brings great respect.
Movie Story: If passengers only want to relax in the room, they can turn on the TV in the room to watch exciting story films.

Interstellar Athena Cruise Services

Meeting room: multimedia equipment required for meetings can be provided.

Medical Room: The cruise ship is equipped with dedicated doctors of both Chinese and Western medicine for medical treatment.

Travel notification: The daily itinerary will be displayed in the lobby and delivered to your room. According to the waterway and water level, any changes will be notified through broadcasting.

Boat Companion Explanation: Our tour guide is responsible for introducing the facilities and services on board, explaining the attractions along the way, and answering any questions you may have.

Business Center: For you to surf the internet, check emails, and send electronic greeting cards.

Photography services: Professional photographers capture eternal moments during your vacation. If you have any needs, you can consult them directly.

Special Reminder:The descriptions in the above pictures, texts and videos are provided for reference only. As cruise ships undergo renovations from time to time, there may be changes or cancellations to their parameters, styles, catering services, facilities, activities as well as service items. The actual situation on board shall prevail.
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