[2025 Chongqing ] Travel Guide for Yangtze River Three Gorges - Century Cruise (Updated May)

It's been less than two months since I came off the Celebrity Cruise. I went to Yichang again and took a Yangtze River cruise. If cruise travel allows people to experience the leisure of retirement life in advance, A river cruise can be said to be a more relaxing way to travel. When you are on a cruise ship, you see the sea most of the time. The river cruise can take you to appreciate the cities, towns, villages and farmlands on both sides of the river. The landscape will be more diverse. Once you have experienced river cruise travel, Your perception of what a truly leisurely journey is will change. 👍Main advantages of river cruises 🟡Slow pace: Play during the day and sleep at night. You can visit the attractions after docking and return to the boat at any time when you want to rest, which saves both worry and effort. No need to change hotels frequently, travel long distances or carry luggage repeatedly. 🟡Immerse yourself in the scenery throughout the journey: Since the river ship has a small tonnage, you can reach the scenic spot as soon as you dock at the port, and the scenery on both sides of the river is endless. It can be said that you are traveling through the scenery almost every moment. 🟡Comfortable and convenient: There are usually only a few hundred passengers on the ship, and there is not much difference between getting on and off the ship and entering and leaving the hotel. 🟡The guest rooms are more exquisite than those on ocean-going ships, and truly meet hotel standards. 🟡 The food is good. The river cruise stops every day, and most of the ingredients are prepared at the stop on the same day, so the food is fresher and it is easier to eat local specialties. 🟡All-inclusive price, the boat ticket fee already covers transportation, accommodation, meals, shore activities and WiFi, saving the trouble of additional itinerary arrangements. 🚢How to choose a Yangtze River cruise? 1️⃣Choose new ships: give priority to ships launched in the past three years. New ships are equipped with intelligent electric propulsion systems, fresh air circulation, etc., which have better noise reduction. 2️⃣ Look at the space: the basic room area is >25㎡, and the passenger capacity per thousand tons is <50 people (high-quality ships only have 18-43 people). 3️⃣ Focus on service: passenger-to-service ratio <1:4, priority given to "all-inclusive + limited passenger flow" ships. If you are looking for the ultimate in service, choose Yangtze Explorer (an all-suite river cruise); for value for money and comprehensive experience, choose Century Triumph/Oasis; for family travel, consider Yangtze Three or the Gold Series. This time I chose the Century Triumph. As a new ship that will make its maiden voyage in 2022, the Century Triumph cost nearly 300 million yuan and is a "mobile museum" on the Yangtze River that combines technology and culture: ✅Cultural immersion: The entire ship is a mini museum, with exhibits at the corners of the stairs on each deck. On the 5th floor is the Chongqing Library branch, where you can borrow books and read by the river. ✅Diverse activities: intangible cultural heritage painted fans, cocktail salon, cockpit visit. Gymnasium, foot massage, SPA, KTV and chess and card room are also available. ✅Highlights of food and accommodation: Rooms start from 26 square meters, and free laundry is included in executive rooms and above; the restaurant serves Yangtze River themed dishes every day (such as Wuhan hot dry noodles and freshly made noodles in the open stall), and prawns, abalone, and sea cucumbers are also served in different ways every day. For the attractions of the entire tour and the differences between the water-going and water-discharging itineraries, please refer to another note. #MarchGoodDestinations2025 #RiverCruise #trip #ThreeGorges #YangtzeCruise #YangtzeItinerary

Three Gorges river cruises are suitable for all ages. ㅤ 👴 For the elderly, it saves them the trouble of traveling by car. Once on board, they can enjoy the scenery of the Three Gorges along the way. ㅤ 👦 It is also very suitable for children, as they can see many of the ancient poems and articles they learned in school. ㅤ 🌎 There is also the Three Gorges Dam, a great national project. You can experience the magnificent scenery of the high gorge and the flat lake, as envisioned by the great man. The Three Gorges cruise will also stop at many attractions along the way. ㅤ Today, I will mainly introduce Century Cruises. First of all, the six cruises under Century Cruises have a high score of 4.7 on Trip.com. It is quite rare for all six cruises to have such a high score. ㅤ ⛵ Let me briefly introduce these cruises. ㅤ 🚦 First, there are three Glory-class cruises: Century Oasis, Century Victory, and Century Glory. They are sister ships, built from the same blueprint. They have the same tonnage and passenger capacity, and are powered by electricity. However, they have different interior designs and launch years. ㅤ 🎡 Oasis was launched in 2023, just last year. Victory was launched in 2022, and Glory in 2019. Both Victory and Glory were launched during the pandemic, when there were not many passengers. So, these three cruises are all in very good condition and are very new. ㅤ Century Myth is a very cost-effective option, with its maiden voyage in 2013. If you want a more cost-effective option, you can choose Century Myth. ㅤ Let me briefly introduce the itinerary of a Three Gorges cruise. ㅤ 🌊 Three Gorges cruises are usually referred to as upstream and downstream. Upstream means going against the current, while downstream means going with the current. ㅤ ⭐️ The most essential attractions of the Three Gorges are actually concentrated in the section between Chongqing and Yichang. Therefore, most Three Gorges cruises run between Yichang and Chongqing, which is called the Yu-Yi Line. Of course, there are also other routes, such as Wuhan to Chongqing, Nanjing to Chongqing, and Shanghai to Chongqing. These are long routes, especially suitable for retired seniors. They are also operated by Century Cruises, under the name Century Legend. Today, we will mainly introduce the Yu-Yi Line, which is Chongqing to Yichang. ㅤ 🌟 What is the difference between these two routes? The downstream route from Chongqing to Yichang takes four days and three nights, while the upstream route takes five days and four nights. This is because the upstream route is slower, so it takes one more night and includes more meals. The cost is slightly higher, so if you have more time, you can choose the upstream route.

✌️As a travel blogger, it is a pity that I have not traveled to the Yangtze River for many years. I recently tried a Yangtze River cruise and felt that this route was really worth recommending. Due to limited space, there will be detailed notes on specific attractions later, which is worth continuing to pay attention to. 🛳️About the cruise ship: The cruise ship owned by Century Cruises is the latest model of the Yangtze River Three Gorges cruise ship. It has a stylish appearance and a large displacement, especially safety, intelligence, and comfort. These are the special values ​​​​of this cruise trip. The Century Clicquot this time ride uses an electric drive system, which makes the ride smooth and low-noise. ❤️About the guest rooms: This cruise ship has a variety of room types to choose from. The room area is at least 26 square meters. There are so many choices for king bed rooms, standard rooms, suites, and family-themed suites. Moreover, the service staff are very enthusiastic and will clean the room very clean every day, allowing you to completely relax and enjoy your vacation. ✌️About other facilities: The richness is beyond imagination, it is a "mobile home" with everything you need! The buffet that is different every day is the most anticipated. The late night snacks are also good. I really feel good after eating every day. There are also bars, massages, chess and cards, KTV, shopping, gyms, mobile libraries, etc., so that you can fully devote yourself to this vacation. Even if you don’t get off the ship, there are also extremely rich activities on the ship. 🚢About the itinerary: D1 Chongqing - a city of mountains and rivers, a beautiful place Accommodation: Cruise ship D2 Fengdu Ghost Town, "Three Kingdoms" Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner: Cruise Ship Accommodation: Cruise Ship D3 Baidi City, Goddess Creek Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner: Cruise Ship Accommodation: Cruise Ship D4 Three Gorges Dam, Maoping Port disembarkation Breakfast: Cruise ship ⭐ About the beautiful scenery during the trip: Chongqing riverside night scene Fengdu Ghost Town Real-life drama "Three Kingdoms" Baidicheng Qutang Gorge - Wu Gorge Three Gorges Dam ⚠️About other TIPS and travel suggestions: 1. The weather changes quickly. Please add more clothes. 2. Some scenic spots in the itinerary require climbing, so save enough energy. 3. If it is full, it is best to upgrade to VIP. It will make you feel more comfortable in the details. 4. Participate in the itinerary meeting on the ship. The content of the presentation is more important. 5. You must also follow the tour guide’s arrangements for landing time. 6. The color of the Three Gorges River changes every season. Autumn is the most beautiful when all the trees turn red. 7. Don’t miss the sunrise and sunset moments. It’s so amazing.

Panzhihua, also known as Steel City or Dukou, is located at the southernmost tip of Sichuan Province, at the junction of Sichuan and Yunnan. It is the southern gateway to eastern Sichuan and borders Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture to the north. As the first city on the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, the Jinsha and Yalong Rivers converge here. It is Sichuan's only subtropical fruit production base. The main attractions include the Panxi Grand Canyon, Gesala Ecological Tourism Area, Ertan National Forest Park, and a museum where you can learn about the past, the Panzhihua China Third-Line Construction Museum. Panzhihua Nanshan Hotel is not far from the G5 Beijing-Kunming Expressway exit. It is located on the hillside of Nanshan, surrounded by green trees. Below, there is also a Moonlight Lotus Pond Food Plaza. The hotel should belong to the Panzhihua Iron and Steel Group. There is also a large conference hall. In the first half of a month-and-a-half-long trip to the southwest, starting from Xi'an, transportation and hotel accommodations have changed dramatically compared to many years ago. Airplanes and high-speed trains are extremely convenient. After traveling through Chongqing, Kunming, and Tengchong, the second half of the trip was a self-driving tour. After passing through Dali, Lijiang, and Shangri-La, we returned via the Beijing-Kunming Expressway, driving slowly for two to three hundred kilometers each day. After passing through Panzhihua, we rested for a day at Nanshan Hotel. The hotel should have been renovated not long ago. It has a luxurious style, open views, and is very quiet and comfortable. The room is very clean, and the price is very reasonable. The breakfast buffet is also good. Surrounded by green trees, the air is fresh, and you can take a walk. Driving through Panzhihua reminded me of Panzhihua Iron and Steel Company and the fiery years. A wonderful journey. Next stop: Xichang

p1 This is so Chongqing p2 The night view of Chongqing is really beautiful😍 p3 Checked in with the yellow Ferrari at Jiangbei T3😎 p4 You really have to walk up and down a lot of stairs in Chongqing. 500 meters can take more than 20 minutes, climbing four or five flights of stairs. Take a taxi whenever possible. Taxis are not expensive in Chongqing.😭 p5 Liziba Station. Don't even mention it, it was even more crowded, packed with people. I took the light rail there. There are signs when you get off, but I still felt it was quite troublesome, a bit confusing.😵‍💫 Wait five minutes for the next light rail🚈 Took a photo and left. p6 Guanyinqiao. I took a taxi to the bottom of this place and then walked up to check in. It's a slope, and I got tired again. There's a yellow Ferrari below for photos. This photo was taken from the overpass.😆 p7 Raffles City. A place that's easy to get good photos. Any angle works. Whether you take photos yourself or find a photographer, the pictures turn out great.😎 p8 Hongyadong. I came to check in at night, from the spot opposite Hongyadong. It's really beautiful, and I went early, so there weren't many people. The crowd grew as it got dark. p9 Longmenhao. This spot is a definite no-go!! Longmenhao itself has many stairs, and there were so many people, it was crowded. Then, at this gate, you have to queue to take photos! I queued for almost an hour, and the result was p10. After queuing and taking the photo, I walked out of the gate and realized this gate was completely worthless. The photo I took outside (p11) is also very beautiful. I wasted an hour. And I was next in line. I wanted to go over in advance and stand in the back corner to find a good angle, so as not to waste everyone's time. But the security guard was very fierce. I said I was next and just wanted to stand to the side, but he shooed me away with a very bad attitude. Everyone, please don't queue here. It's a waste of time and the photos aren't worth it!!! p12 The Ring Shopping Park. This photo is unfiltered. It's really beautiful and stunning here. It feels like shopping in a forest.🌳 But it's a bit far from Yuzhong District. Those who want to check in should consider this. I came here on the last afternoon, then took a taxi from The Ring to the subway station, and then took the subway to Jiangbei, just in time for my flight.✈️ p13 and p14 are the highlights! I think this place is definitely worth checking in! Super photogenic! Every photo turns out great. The lights, the night view...it feels like the "A City" in novels.😆 p15 Xia Haoli. This photo was taken casually while queuing to enter p16. Super beautiful! p16 Another no-go! This place is ridiculously packed! The most crowded place in Chongqing. Shoulder to shoulder, chest to back. After entering, you'll be stopped by security, waiting for people inside to come out before letting another batch in because there's only one path.🌚 Then, even if you get in, you can't get a spot in the front row. You can't take a photo at all. All you can capture is the back of the 1.8-meter-tall person in front of you holding up their phone.🌚 This photo of mine was taken with difficulty while standing on a bench in the back.🌚 p17 and p18 Checking in with Hello Kitty at Taping. Next time, I'll share some of the delicious food I ate in Chongqing and the super beautiful homestay I stayed at.😁😁😁

#chinatrip The Three Gorges along the Yangtze River are one of China’s most breathtaking natural and cultural landmarks. Consisting of Qutang, Wu, and Xiling Gorges, this scenic region features dramatic cliffs, misty peaks, and deep valleys. A popular way to experience the beauty of the area is through a Yangtze River cruise, which offers stunning views and stops at historical sites like the Fengdu Ghost City and the Three Gorges Dam—the world’s largest hydroelectric project. While the dam has impacted water levels and local communities, it has also improved flood control and navigation. The Three Gorges remain a must-visit destination for nature lovers and history enthusiasts.

Beautiful scenery, good boat, low price! Take your parents to experience a Three Gorges cruise trip🚢 You will find that traveling with your parents can be so worry-free and labor-saving. There is no need to catch a plane or move luggage. Food, drink and entertainment are all included. It is really worry-free💥1. Comfortable stay 🛏️The rooms have balconies with full river views, and balcony tables and chairs🪑. In the early morning, parents can leisurely sip hot tea on the balcony, feel the river breeze, and appreciate the mountains and rivers on both sides of the strait. The interior of the room is spacious and bright, and the bathing facilities are complete🛁. The suite is a quality choice, with exclusive executive floors, suite benefits, VIP restaurants🍽️, all attractions are included, no need to pay for it yourself, and private butler service👨‍✈️~ 2. Eat to your heart's content 🍱No exaggeration! 4 meals a day! Breakfast 🍲, lunch 🥐, dinner 🍱, supper, every meal is different, the buffet has both Chinese and Western food, with a variety of flavors, parents will definitely be satisfied, there is also unlimited snacks ☕, there is also bottled water in the public area, no need to worry about food and drink. 3. Have fun 🎡During this journey, parents can go ashore to play, and the boat ticket can include at least 3 scenic spot tickets. Self-funded projects are voluntary. If you don’t want to go, you can watch movies on the boat, drink tea and enjoy the river view. It won’t be boring and leisurely, which is very suitable for parents~ There are round-trip buses from the pier to the scenic spot, so there is no need to transfer frequently. There is a tour guide to explain the whole journey, and parents can hear it clearly. Parents who like history and culture can have a relaxing and fulfilling trip here. There are also a lot of activities on the cruise ship, including the captain's welcome reception 🥂, cultural evenings 🎭, movies in the indoor theater, a riverside library 📚, and a 24-hour gym 🏋️. No matter what time it is, your parents will never get bored. 4. Intimate service 💁‍♂️From the moment you step into the dock, you can leave your luggage completely to the staff. After boarding the ship, there will be hot towels and warm drinks on board... Feel the butler-style caring service, allowing parents to board the ship easily. Of course, luggage services when leaving the ship are also taken into consideration, so you don’t have to worry about it.

Beautiful cruise with gorgeous views of the three gorges

The Three Gorges cruises are carefully divided into six categories, so you no longer have to hesitate when choosing a ship! ✅ Luxurious and Exclusive Type: 📌 Yangtze Explorer: A unique and exclusive luxury journey, specially offering Shennongjia routes, showcasing unparalleled nobility. ✅ Top Configuration Type: 📌 Yangtze No. 3: Newly launched in 2022, all-inclusive ticket for convenience and peace of mind; large tonnage with outdoor pool, enjoying a luxurious experience. 📌 Century Oasis/Anthem: First sailed in 2023 and 2022 respectively, advanced facilities, excellent dining; electric propulsion for a quiet journey. 📌 Victoria Katarina: A large luxury cruise ship on the Yangtze River, a model of luxury, newly launched in 2020, combining beauty and strength. Highly favored. ✅ Rare and Unique Type: 📌 Yangtze No. 1: Exclusive all-inclusive ticket privilege, one of the few Three Gorges cruises that can directly take the ship lift over the Three Gorges Dam. 📌 Yangtze No. 2: Also all-inclusive, renovated and upgraded in 2024, with new flooring and living supplies, bedding for a new experience. Newly launched. 📌 Century Legend: One of the classic cruises under Century Cruises, rare itinerary from Chongqing to Shanghai, well-reputed. 📌 President No. 6: Round-trip route from Chongqing to Wuhan, original ship passing through the five-level ship lock in both directions, all-inclusive scenic spots along the way, high cost-performance route. ✅ Luxurious and Comfortable Type: 📌 Goddess No. 3: Featuring a large children's playground and arcade, leading the Yangtze River Three Gorges, the first choice for family trips. 📌 Century Myth: The cruise is powered by new energy electricity, featuring a rare constant temperature swimming pool among Three Gorges cruises, providing a quieter ride. 📌 Stellar Athena/Apollo: New nobles first sailed in 2021, with high cost-performance, offering more considerate service to tourists. 📌 Golden Series: Large luxury cruise ships of 17,000 tons, affordable prices, high cost-performance, luxurious decoration, free swimming pool on board. 📌 President No. 7/8: Featuring large tonnage, large space, rare constant temperature swimming pool among Three Gorges cruises, providing a very good ride experience. 📌 Victoria Jenna/Anna/Katie: Created by Victoria's international management team, bilingual service throughout, comfortable experience, moderate price. Good ride experience. ✅ Economical and Comfortable Type: 📌 Goddess No. 1/2: Three Gorges cultural theme, high-value cruise, connecting rooms suitable for family trips. 📌 Stellar Crystal/Navigator: Five-star standard, the star of cost-performance among Three Gorges cruises. 📌 Victoria Sasha/Leah/Lynn: Well-equipped, stable service, flexible short routes, economical and affordable, high cost-performance. 📌 Yangtze Impression/Discovery/Legend: Entry-level choice for Three Gorges cruises, low price but not low quality, outstanding cost-performance. Good ride experience. 📌 Royal Starlight/Prosperity/Three Kingdoms: Stable price of Starlight, gourmet feast; distinctive appearance of Prosperity and Three Kingdoms, high cost-performance. 📌 President No. 1/2/Victoria No. 3: Economical short routes, various itineraries, easy travel.

The first trip of 2024 was a five-day, four-night trip on Century Cruises Oasis with my mother. My mother has run the store for 30 years, and this is her longest time away. The trips I often take on a whim are decisions my mother makes after careful consideration. My mother is too old to walk long distances, so we chose a cruise trip so that she can go back to her room and rest when she is tired. - This time we took the Century Cruise, which allowed us to have close artistic exchanges with 50 artists. We also took my mom to chase stars and got a signed book from Mr. Huang Hong. The dreamlike Wushan light show is very shocking, with five cruise ships close together - The Oasis we took this time was launched in 2023. It has brand new facilities and we strongly recommend the balcony room. You can see the river view while sitting in the room and the field of vision is very wide. The room is cleaned twice a day and the service attitude is super good. This cruise trip can be called a fattening trip. The food is really great. The buffet on the cruise ship is well arranged every morning, noon, evening and midnight snacks. Every day is different. You must try the super delicious noodles. There are also various desserts, fruits, ice creams, drinks, etc. Be sure to find a seat by the window to enjoy the beautiful scenery and delicious food. There are different entertainment activities on the cruise ship every day. You can watch movies, play mahjong, sing, read, exercise, etc. You will not feel bored at all. - The whole trip was neither tiring nor boring, and sleeping on the boat was very comfortable. There was no noise and I slept very comfortably. My mother likes to sit on the balcony and take out her phone to record the beautiful scenery of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River and the magnificent night view of Wushan. Cruise travel is really suitable for parents!