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The Three Gorges Dam spanning the Yangtze, seen from the water upstream
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Yangtze Panorama Downstream Cruise 10-Night

10 nights on the Yangtze, Chongqing to Shanghai.

11 days · 10 nightsFrom $3,199 per person, based on double occupancy

Day by day

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  1. Chongqing Side View Bridge

    Day 1: Chongqing

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    Embark at Chaotianmen Port. The evening features a safety briefing

    and the Captain’s Welcome Party to start your journey!

  2. Fengdu Ghost City Overhead

    Day 2: Fengdu

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    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 (optional).

  3. Fengjie White Pagoda

    Day 3: Fengjie

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    After breakfast, choose between two shore excursions:

    Option A: the White Emperor City

    Option B: the Peak of the Three Gorges

    Then cruise through Qutang and Wu Gorges’ dramatic landscapes. The

    evening features navigating the Three Gorges Dam’s impressive

    five-step locks.

  4. Three Gorges Dam Overhead View

    Day 4: Yichang

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

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

    lecture about Three Gorges Dam and Ship Lock.

  5. Jingzhou Ancient City Wall Down View

    Day 5: Jingzhou

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    In the morning, choose between 2 shore excursions:

    Option A: the Xiongjia National Archaelogical Site Park

    Option B: the Jingzhou Museum & Ancient City Wall

  6. Wuhan Yellow Crane Tower Skyline

    Day 6: Wuhan

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

    China’s Four Great Towers. 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.

  7. Jiujiang Skyline Dusk

    Day 7: Jiujiang

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    In the morning, choose between two fascinating land excursions:

    Option A: explore Jingdezhen Porcelain Town to discover China’s

    centuries-old ceramic craftsmanship

    Option B: full-day trip to the scenic Mt. Lushan, renowned for its

    breathtaking landscapes

  8. Jindizang Temple Inside

    Day 8: Chizhou

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    After breakfast, choose between two shore excursions:

    Option A: join a full-day excursion to sacred Buddhist Mountain Mt.

    Jiuhua or you can opt

    Option B: to visit the revered Jindizang Temple for ancient religious

    artifacts and stunning architecture

    In the evening, enjoy onboard Karaoke to complete your day

  9. Nanjing Sunset River

    Day 9: Nanjing

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    After an early breakfast, visit the Mt. Niushou Cultural Park, renowned

    for its 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.

  10. Dongguan Street Daytime

    Day 10: Yangzhou

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    Begin your day with morning coffee in the bar, followed by a leisurely

    walking tour of historic Dongguan Street and the picturesque Slender

    West Lake. Later onboard, join our Photography Sharing Salon to

    capture your journey’s highlights.

  11. Shanghai Bund Blue Sky

    Day 11: Shanghai

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    Disembark in the morning, transfer to the airport or train station, to

    wrap up this magnificent journey!

Your ships

Choose Your Stateroom

Fares are per person and vary by cabin grade, departure date and party size. Century does not sell online: a specialist confirms current pricing, and cancellation terms are confirmed with them when a booking is placed.

All fares per person, based on double occupancy.

Departure dates(12)

  • 5 Oct 2026$3,299
  • 26 Oct 2026$3,299
  • 16 Nov 2026$2,999
  • 5 Apr 2027$3,699
  • 26 Apr 2027$3,699
  • 17 May 2027$3,699
  • 7 Jun 2027$3,399
  • 23 Aug 2027$3,399
  • 13 Sep 2027$3,699
  • 4 Oct 2027$3,699
  • 25 Oct 2027$3,699
  • 15 Nov 2027$3,699
Deluxe$3,199 per person, based on double occupancy

Area: 322 sq. ft. Bathroom: Shower

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What is included

  • Round-trip bus transportation
  • Access and entrance fees, as shown in the itinerary.
  • Professional English Guide
  • Meals shown in the itinerary.

Enquiries for Yangtze Panorama Downstream Cruise 10-Night route to a cruise specialist.