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Yangtze discovery Cruise

Yangtze discovery Cruise

ID:SX373
from$336
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NPS:Five stars
Affiliated Company:Chu Tian Series
Passenger Capacity:270
Gross Tonnage:7170
Passenger Decks:6
Renovation Date:2021
Maiden Voyage:2010
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Chongqing(16:00) → Yichang(13:30)
Yichang(17:30) → Chongqing(09:00)
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Yangtze discoveryBalcony Deluxe Standard CabinBalcony Deluxe Standard Cabin Video2/3/425㎡One bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony0.9m * 2 sheets2$2400/people
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Yangtze discoveryDeluxe Business CabinDeluxe Business Cabin Video3/428㎡One bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony0.9m * 2 sheets2$3600/people
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Yangtze discoveryExecutive Standard CabinExecutive Standard Cabin Video530.4㎡One bedroom, one bathroom, and one balcony0.9m * 2 sheets2$3800/people
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Yangtze discoveryPresidential SuitePresidential Suite Video378㎡One bedroom, one living room, one bathroom, and one balcony1.8m * 1 sheet2$6000/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 Yangtze River Discovery cruise ship (formerly known as Century Gem) boasts the largest per capita activity space in the entire Yangtze River. Hilton hotel rooms are equipped with fully functional facilities, offering a variety of exquisite Chinese and Western cuisine, diverse entertainment activities, and German Nicko quality management, all of which demonstrate nobility and respect. All guest rooms are equipped with convenient and comfortable European style en suite bathrooms and fully floor standing independent observation balconies, which are extremely luxurious; Hydrophilicity "; The design of creates a harmonious unity between mountains and water, and between humans and nature, creating a warm and mobile home on the water.
European hotel management standards, fully internationalized operation team service.
Selected scenic spots with water land linkage, eliminating the fatigue of boats and cars, making the journey easy and worry free.
Exclusive products, innovative reforms upgrade traditional Three Gorges tourism, capturing the beauty of boats, rivers, and gorges in one go.
Thoughtful butler service, accompanied by professional cruise tour guides for one-stop travel.
Connect to 180 ° C; Deluxe river view double balcony room, independent bathroom, mobile five-star water hotel, no room change, easy travel.

Yangtze discovery Cruise Itinerary

DAY 1
Self care
16: 00-19:30 Boarding at Chongqing Port (specific port to be notified)
20: 00-20:30 Safety Briefing
Important reminder:
Due to factors such as water level, weather, and channel control, the cruise ship may be adjusted to board in Fengdu or Fuling. In such cases, the cruise company will arrange for a unified ride to the destination. Please actively cooperate with the transfer arrangements.
DAY 2
B,L,D
06:30-07:00 Morning Coffee
07:00-08:00 Buffet Breakfast
08:30-10:30 Shore Excursion——【Fengdu Ghost City】
12:30-13:00 Buffet lunch
15:00-15:30 Captain's Welcome Reception
16:00-17:30 Free activities on board or choose Shore Excursion——Shibaozhai  (CNY190/pp)
18:00-19:00 Buffet Dinner
19:30-21:30 Shore Excursion——War Fire of the Three Kingdoms Show  (CNY290/pp)
DAY 3
B,L,D
06:30-06:45 Morning Coffee
06:45-07:45 Buffet Breakfast
07:50-10:30 Free activities on board or Shore Excursion—— White Emperor City (CNY290/pp)
11: 00-12:00 Cruise - Passing through Qutang Gorge
12: 00-13:00 Cruise - Buffet Lunch
13: 30-15:30 Scenic cruising Wu Gorge
15: 30-18:30 Shore Excursion——【Shennong Stream】
19: 00-20:00 Buffet Dinner
20: 30 Farewell Party
DAY 4
B
06:30-07:30 Check out
06:30-07:00 Morning Coffee
07:00-08:00 Buffet Breakfast
08:00-10:00 Disembark at Maoping pier, If you would join the optional tour to the Ship Lift (CNY290/pp,Sign up & pay when on board.)
10:30-12:30 Shore Excursion——【the Three Gorges Dam】
12:30-13:30 Take a bus to Yichang Tourist Center and end the pleasant cruise trip!
Arrive at Yichang Tourist Centerr around 14:00  (it is recommended that the return transportation time be after 15:30, and if the return is by plane, it is recommended to be after 16:30)

Includes

Full journey ticket, which includes onboard accommodation, designated restaurants and meals, designated onboard facilities, onboard entertainment parties and activities (the parties and activities are choreographed by cruise ship employees, with entertainment interaction as the main focus, non professional team performances), and complimentary shore or transfer tours listed in the itinerary (except for self paid ones).

Excludes

1. Costs not listed in the "Included Fees" section;  
2.Personal travel insurance and transportation to the departure point are not included (it is recommended to allow ample time for transportation);  
3.Self-paid excursion items and small transportation fees within scenic areas are not included, such as:  
   - Fengdu Ghost City cable car: 20 RMB/person one way, 35 RMB/person round trip;  
   - Three Gorges Dam scenic area electric car: 20 RMB/person;  
   - Earphone rental: 20 RMB/person;  
   - The Three Gorges Dam regulations require large luggage to be checked compulsorily, with a luggage fee of 30 RMB/item (the standard for carry-on luggage: volume not exceeding 24×40×50 cm and weight not exceeding 5 kg);  
4.Personal expenses are not included, such as:  
   - Upgrading floors, room types, access to executive lounges, VIP dining, alcoholic beverages, laundry, massages, KTV, board games, entertainment, and tips.

Voluntary Programs

Shibaozhai:CNY190/pp
War Fire of the Three Kingdoms Show:CNY290/pp
White Emperor City:CNY290/pp
Three Gorges Ship Lift:CNY290/pp
reminder:
1. The self funded attractions will be arranged by the shipping company. The specific destination may differ from the reference attractions in the itinerary, and the arrangements made by the shipping company shall prevail;
2. The self paid scenic spot fee includes admission fees, transfer fees, tour guide fees, dock berthing fees, port fees, etc. It is a comprehensive service fee, so it may be higher than the single admission fee of the scenic spot. Please understand;
3. A self funded project (such as a ship lift) is extremely popular. Due to limited spots, if you need to participate, it is recommended to register when boarding, and the specific arrangements will be subject to the ship's arrangements;
4. Considering multiple factors such as tourist safety and avoiding missing the ship, in principle, without the guidance of cruise ship staff or tour guides, the cruise ship may prohibit tourists from disembarking without authorization. Please understand and comply.

Voluntary Shopping

nothing

Precautions

1. Pricing Standards:  
   - Adult: 12 years old and above.  
   - Child: 2 to 12 years old (excluding 12Y).  
   - Infant: Under 2 years old.  

2. Accommodation Arrangement:
   - If one adult is accompanied by one child, one room will be required. The cruise line cannot arrange shared accommodations with other passengers.  

3. Room Pricing:  
   - The listed prices are for base floor rooms. Additional fees will apply for requests to stay on higher floors.  

4. All-Inclusive Pricing:  
   - The price covers pre-arranged activities, meals, and tours organized by the cruise line. No refunds will be issued for unused services, including but not limited to: skipped tours/meals, early disembarkation, use of discount certificates, or temporary promotions at attractions.  

5. Real-Name Booking:  
   - Accurate passenger information (full name, passport number, and contact details) must be provided during booking. Passports must be valid. Passengers denied boarding due to expired passports will bear full responsibility.  

6. Dynamic Pricing:  
   - Ticket prices are subject to change based on market factors such as availability, procurement channels, transportation costs, and promotional activities. Price differences at different booking times are normal, and no complaints regarding price variations will be accepted.  

7. Booking Confirmation:  
   - Cabin availability is subject to global inventory changes. Bookings require secondary confirmation. An order is only confirmed upon full payment and formal confirmation via a signed agreement or email with our booking center. Payment alone does not guarantee a successful booking. If the selected cabin type is sold out, passengers may change the cabin type, sailing date, cruise line, or request a refund. Refunds will be processed on business days.  

8. Special Passenger Restrictions:  
   - Due to cruise ship limitations, certain individuals may not be accommodated. This includes but is not limited to: pregnant women, individuals with disabilities, severe illnesses, elderly passengers beyond a certain age, those with limited mobility, or individuals with mental health conditions. Please consult customer service for details.  

9. Optional Shopping:  
   - During shore excursions or small boat tours (e.g., Small Three Gorges, Shennü Stream, Shennong Stream), local staff may promote regional products (e.g., tea, free-range chicken, pastries, fish products, photos). These are not mandatory purchases or part of the official itinerary. Please make informed decisions.  

10. Itinerary Adjustments:  
- The above details represent standard arrangements. Due to the complex conditions of the Yangtze River, adjustments to the itinerary may occur, including but not limited to: changes in arrival/departure times, tour durations, sightseeing order, or replacement of attractions/ports. If a transfer is required at Chongqing Port, the cruise line will arrange transportation to Fengdu or Fuling Port for boarding/disembarkation. Passengers are expected to cooperate with such arrangements. No refunds will be issued for itinerary adjustments. Please consider this before booking.

11. Spring voyages are greatly affected by weather conditions and have unstable schedules. In case of cancellation, the cruise ship/voyage schedule/refund can be changed, and the refund will be processed within working days. Thank you for your understanding. To avoid losses, it is recommended to book transportation as late as possible.

Refund & Change

Refund rules:
For individual bookings of internal guests on special flights such as non holidays and non charter flights on the Chongqing Yixian route, if the order is cancelled due to tourist reasons, the deduction standards for fees are as follows:
31 days or more before the start of the trip, cancellation without loss;
From 30 to 21 days before the start of the itinerary, 20% of the total order amount will be charged;
From 20 to 11 days before the start of the itinerary, 50% of the total order amount will be charged;
From 10 to 8 days before the start of the itinerary, 75% of the total order amount will be charged;
From 7 to 0 days before the start of the itinerary, 100% of the total order amount will be charged.
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 15 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 15 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 shall be invalidated according to the date before the change.
Special note:
1. The "day" mentioned above refers to a natural day, which is based on Beijing time;
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, chartering, group flights, non Chongqing Yi routes, as well as compatriots and foreign guests from Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, etc., shall not be refunded or changed in principle. If it is necessary to refund or change, proof shall be provided and the actual application result of the shipping company shall prevail;
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.

Yangtze discovery Cruise Photos

  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-restaurant
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—restaurant
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Computer room
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Computer room
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Multi functional hall
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Multi functional hall
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-deck
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—deck
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-gym
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—gym
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-bar
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—bar
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Sauna
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Sauna
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-western restaurant
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—western restaurant
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Cigar bar
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Cigar bar
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Mid hollow lobby
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Mid hollow lobby
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Sun Deck
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Sun Deck
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-hall
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—hall
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Reading Room
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Reading Room
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-kitchen
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—kitchen
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-beauty salon
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—beauty salon
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Cruise activities
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Cruise activities
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Entertainment performance
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Entertainment performance
  • Yangtze discovery Cruise-Reading Room
    Yangtze discovery Cruise—Reading Room

Yangtze discovery 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. Dining is for 10 people per table. The cruise ship will arrange tables in advance based on the guests' nationality, team, and dietary habits. For the convenience of tourists dining, the table number will be indicated at the entrance of the restaurant. Guests are requested to sit according to the arrangements of the ship.

Yangtze discovery Cruise Amenities

  • sightseeing liftsightseeing lift
  • Cruise hallCruise hall
  • Info DeskInfo Desk
  • marketmarket
  • cafecafe
  • Reading AreaReading Area
  • Card RoomCard Room
  • Function HallFunction Hall
  • barbar
  • Banquet HallBanquet Hall
  • Front ViewStand Front ViewStand
  • Conference CenterConference Center
  • ToiletToilet
  • gymgym

Yangtze discovery Cruise Activities

Artistic Evening Party: Crew members and tourists can take the stage to showcase their talents, dance, sing, joke, etc., without any restrictions.
Special lectures: Various special lectures introducing Chinese history and culture, adding color and luster to your trip to the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River.
Chess and card entertainment: Mahjong, poker, chess, Go, Gomoku, KTV singing bar, etc.
Gym: Free and open fitness facilities are a place where you can continue to sweat and stay healthy.
Captain's Welcome Reception: The captain will lead the cruise management team to make an appearance and welcome your arrival together.
Captain's farewell dinner: A unique farewell dinner that adds a sense of ceremony to the journey.

Yangtze discovery Cruise Services

Room linen: High star hotel standard linen

Morning energy: Daily morning tea and coffee

Premium cuisine: All day Chinese and Western buffet

Birthday wishes: Birthday wishes cake

Butler Service: Thoughtful Butler Service

Medical Security: 24-hour medical services

Photography services: taking and developing photos or creating them into CD/DVD format

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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