Splendid China Chongqing to Shanghai Yangtze River Cruise | 14-Day Downstream Tour

Upon arrival, you will be greeted at the airport by our local

guide or Century Cruises National Escort. Along with fellow travelers

arriving around the same time, you’ll take a 40-minute transfer to your

hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is yours to relax or

explore at leisure.

Embark on a guided city tour by coach, visiting Chongqing’s iconic

Liberation Square and the vibrant Hongya Cave—a stilted architectural

marvel overlooking the Yangtze River. As dusk falls, experience the

city’s dazzling nightscape from a prime viewpoint, followed by a

welcome dinner to savor local flavors.

After breakfast, visit Ciqikou Old Town and Chongqing Old Street to

experience traditional architecture and local culture. Following lunch,

transfer to Chaotianmen Port to board your cruise ship. The evening

features a safety briefing and the Captain’s Welcome Party to start

your journey.

Start your day with morning tea/coffee in the bar and Tai Chi on the

sun deck. After breakfast, join the shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost

City, an ancient site of Taoist traditions. In the afternoon, visit the

captain’s pilot house for a behind-the-scenes look at navigation. After

dinner, opt for the spectacular “War Fire of the Three Kingdoms” show

(additional cost), a dazzling performance bringing history to life.

After breakfast, choose between visiting historic White Emperor City

or the scenic “Peak of the Three Gorges”. Then cruise through Qutang

and Wu Gorges’ dramatic landscapes. The evening fea

After breakfast, you will take a tour to the Three Gorges Dam Project.

Post-lunch, the cruise sails through Gezhouba Lock, and you can attend

the lecture about Three Gorges Dam and

Ship Lock. Enjoy leisure time with onboard activities to complete your

day.

Choose between: a visit to Xiongjia National Archaeological Site Park

for ancient relics, or exploring Jingzhou Museum and its well-preserved Ancient City Wall. After your tour, relax with a movie in the

theater.

Begin your day with a visit to the legendary Yellow Crane Tower, one of

China’s Four Great Towers, offering panoramic city views. Continue to

the Hubei Provincial Museum to admire its exceptional collection of

ancient artifacts, including the famous bronze bells. Cap off your day

with a lively Line Dance Party to classic tunes in the bar

You can choose between two fascinating excursions: explore Jingdezhen Porcelain Town to discover China’s centuries-old ceramic

craftsmanship, or embark on a full-day trip to the scenic Mt. Lushan,

renowned for its breathtaking landscapes and historic villas.

After breakfast, you may join a full-day excursion to sacred Mt. Jiuhua,

one of China’s four Buddhist mountains, or you can opt to visit the

revered Jindizang Temple where you’ll discover ancient religious

artifacts and stunning architecture. In the evening, enjoy various

onboard activities including Karaoke to complete your day.

After an early breakfast, you’ll visit the spiritually significant Mt.

Niushou Cultural Park, renowned for its stunning Buddhist architecture. Following lunch, explore the serene Muyan Riverside Scenic Site,

which houses the sacred Sakyamuni Buddha parietal bone shrine – one

of Buddhism’s most revered relics.

After an early breakfast and disembarkation, you’ll explore downtown

Shanghai – strolling along the iconic Bund, shopping on vibrant Nanjing

Road, and visiting a traditional silk workshop. Following lunch,

discover the modern Lujiazui Financial District before celebrating your

journey at a special farewell dinner.

After a buffet breakfast, you’ll visit the renowned Shanghai Museum

to admire its ancient art collections, followed by exploring the lively

City God Temple area. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure,

whether shopping or relaxing before your journey home.