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Sail upstream through the Three Gorges on a five-day, four-night Yangtze cruise from Yichang to Chongqing. Scenic gorges, dam visits and included shore excursions make this an accessible river journey with cultural and geological highlights.
Sail upstream through the Three Gorges on a five-day, four-night Yangtze cruise from Yichang to Chongqing. Scenic gorges, dam visits and included shore excursions make this an accessible river journey with cultural and geological highlights.
You step onto the polished deck at Yichang Maoping Wharf as the river pulls the world into motion. The Yangtze breathes beside you—deep, slow, insistent—pushing the ship upstream toward the carved cliffs of Qutang, the narrow cleft of Wu, and the broad curves of Xiling Gorge.
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Operated by SilkRoadTrips · Yichang, Hubei
You step onto the polished deck at Yichang Maoping Wharf as the river pulls the world into motion. The Yangtze breathes beside you—deep, slow, insistent—pushing the ship upstream toward the carved cliffs of Qutang, the narrow cleft of Wu, and the broad curves of Xiling Gorge.
The Three Gorges slice through ancient rock formed by tectonic uplift and long river incision; fishermen and small riverside temples still mark human rhythms against that geology. The cruise traces a corridor of history: river trade, imperial courier routes and, more recently, the massive Three Gorges Dam that reshaped both water and settlement. Local culture shows in dockside markets, tea-sipping stops and the stone villages above the waterline.
Expect a mix of scenic sailing and shore excursions—three are included though schedules can change. Shore stops range from the dam visit and the Lesser Three Gorges to cultural sites like White Emperor City or Shibao Mountain. Meals are typically buffet style and accommodation is on a higher-end Chinese river vessel with half twin cabins.
Practical notes: carry your passport and visa documents, wear comfortable walking shoes for cobbled village paths and short hikes, and plan onward transport from Chongqing after mid-afternoon—delays can occur. Weather affects docks (Chaotianmen vs. Wanzhou) and excursion availability, so check the onboard itinerary daily. Bring layered clothing for cool mornings on deck, a compact rain shell, and a modest daypack for shore walks. The trip balances easy onboard days with short active excursions—it's river travel that rewards curiosity and basic preparedness.
Three shore excursions are included, but the exact sites can change based on the ship’s schedule and river conditions; check the final itinerary before boarding.
The standard arrival is Chaotianmen Wharf, but in rainy or dry seasons the ship may dock at Wanzhou and provide bus transfers to Chongqing city center.
Buffet breakfast daily and several buffet meals (lunch and dinner) are included as specified in the itinerary—special dietary requests should be noted at booking.
Yes—passport and any necessary visas must be arranged before travel; the operator requires passport details at booking and border rules are the traveler’s responsibility.
SilkRoadTrips operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You step onto the polished deck at Yichang Maoping Wharf as the river pulls the world into motion. The Yangtze breathes beside you—deep, slow, insistent—pushing the ship upstream toward the carved cliffs of Qutang, the narrow cleft of Wu, and the broad curves of Xiling Gorge.
You step onto the polished deck at Yichang Maoping Wharf as the river pulls the world into motion. The Yangtze breathes beside you—deep, slow, insistent—pushing the ship upstream toward the carved cliffs of Qutang, the narrow cleft of Wu, and the broad curves of Xiling Gorge.
The Three Gorges slice through ancient rock formed by tectonic uplift and long river incision; fishermen and small riverside temples still mark human rhythms against that geology. The cruise traces a corridor of history: river trade, imperial courier routes and, more recently, the massive Three Gorges Dam that reshaped both water and settlement. Local culture shows in dockside markets, tea-sipping stops and the stone villages above the waterline.
Expect a mix of scenic sailing and shore excursions—three are included though schedules can change. Shore stops range from the dam visit and the Lesser Three Gorges to cultural sites like White Emperor City or Shibao Mountain. Meals are typically buffet style and accommodation is on a higher-end Chinese river vessel with half twin cabins.
Practical notes: carry your passport and visa documents, wear comfortable walking shoes for cobbled village paths and short hikes, and plan onward transport from Chongqing after mid-afternoon—delays can occur. Weather affects docks (Chaotianmen vs. Wanzhou) and excursion availability, so check the onboard itinerary daily. Bring layered clothing for cool mornings on deck, a compact rain shell, and a modest daypack for shore walks. The trip balances easy onboard days with short active excursions—it's river travel that rewards curiosity and basic preparedness.