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.

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.

Begin your day with morning tea/coffee in the bar, followed by a leisurely walking tour of historic Dongguan Street and the picturesque Slender Lake. Later onboard, join our Photography Sharing Salon to showcase your journey’s highlights during this farewell event.

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.