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

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.

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 explore the renowned Shanghai Museum with its impressive art collections. In the afternoon, board your cruise ship and enjoy a special welcome reception party with the captain to begin your voyage.

After a buffet breakfast, embark on a cultural journey through Yangzhou, starting with the elegant Slender West Lake—a UNESCO site—and strolling down Dongguan Street’s well-preserved Qing dynasty architecture.

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 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.

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.

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.

After a buffet breakfast, you’ll visit the historic Yueyang Tower, one of China’s Three Great Towers, offering panoramic views of Dongting Lake. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing movie screening onboard.

You can choose between two fascinating options: you may visit the Xiongjia National Archaeological Site Park to discover ancient relics, or you can explore the Jingzhou Museum and walk along its remarkably well-preserved Ancient City Wall.

After a buffet breakfast, you’ll witness the cruise navigate through the Three Gorges Dam’s impressive five-level locks—an engineering marvel. In the afternoon, take a guided bus tour to explore the dam up close. The evening features a festive musical masquerade onboard to celebrate your journey

After breakfast, you’ll sail through the dramatic Qutang, Wu, and Xiling Gorges, then visit the poetic White Emperor City that inspired ancient Chinese verses. In the evening, you may opt for the spectacular “Return to the Three Gorges” performance (additional cost), a stunning showcase of local culture and history.

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. After dinner, opt for the spectacular “War Fire of the Three Kingdoms” show (additional cost), a dazzling performance bringing history to life.

After a buffet breakfast, you’ll travel to Chongqing, China’s famous mountain metropolis, to visit the iconic Jiefangbei commercial center and the stunning stilt-house complex of Hongya Cave. As night falls, enjoy breathtaking city views from the best vantage points before celebrating your journey at a special farewell dinner.