Our first-hand experience in planning the perfect day to explore the Three Gorges Dam.
Gliding away from the neon skyline, this cruise reveals a softer, more timeless side of Chongqing and the Yangtze corridor. By evening, you step aboard as city lights shimmer on the river’s surface, the mountains rising quietly around you. As the ship slips into the current, the bustle fades, replaced by mist, moonlit waters, and the slow rhythm of life along China’s great river.
Over the next two days, the journey unfolds at an unhurried pace. Sheer cliffs, hanging villages, and legendary gorges drift past your window, while shore excursions bring you face to face with ancient towns, river folklore, and engineering marvels that have reshaped the landscape. Onboard, mornings begin with river views and calm reflections; afternoons are for watching the scenery change, one bend at a time; evenings invite good food, gentle conversation, and the quiet thrill of sailing through history.
By the fourth morning, you disembark with the river still lingering in your thoughts — not just as a route, but as an experience. This is a journey measured not in distance, but in moments: mist rising from the water, stories carried by the current, and the rare pleasure of slowing down to truly see China from its most legendary river.
Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City:
(This 1,900 year old site is interesting and meaningful to know Chinese culture, telling the traditional Chinese belief of that those pure spirits would be rewarded and those sinful ones would be subject to severe punishments with many statues and scenes in the traditional architectures.)
Shore excursion to Mount Shuanggui:
(Mount Shuanggui has over 20 cultural old pagodas, towers, pavilions and temples on the verdant mountain with stunning views and pleasant chirps to feel the rich literal culture in China.)
Enjoy night performance of Feng Yan San Guo Show in Zhongxian County
(It is the marvelous large-scale real landscape show about the brilliant historical culture of the Three Kingdoms Period about over 1,800 year ago and the spirit of loyalty of great military officer Guan Yu.)
Shore excursion to White Emperor City in Fengjie County:
(Famous Chinese Ancient “Poem City” mentioned in about 1,400 Chinese poems. It tells the touching story of Liu Bei entrusting his son to his prime minister, Zhuge Liang and has the best location to admire Kuimen Gate of Qutang Gorge.)
Sail through Qutang Gorge:
(Qutang Gorge is the shortest, most dramatic and magnificent gorge among the three gorges and lets you admire the view of Kuimen Gate printed on the 10 RMB Chinese Note.);
Sail through Wu Gorge:
(Wu Gorge is deep and pretty with rising peaks, peculiar rocks, rolling cutting cliffs making a picturesque winding gallery boasting abundant natural wonders.);
For cruise during April 15 ~ November 01 in 2026:
Shore excursion to Lesser Three Gorges AND Optional shore excursion to Mini Three Gorges or Dachang Ancient Town.
(Lesser Three Gorges is a resplendent pearl of Three Gorge where visitors can take a little boat to admire the majestic mountains, prosperous forests, beautiful riverview, and more wonderful landscape for a returning to nature.)
(Mini Three Gorges or Little Lesser Three Gorges is a more primitive place at Wushan, where to marvel at the fantastic deep gorges, lovely water and lush plantations on both banks as reputed as the “best area for drifting in China”. )
For cruise during February 23 ~ April 15, and November 01 ~ final cruise of 2026:
Shore excursion to Heart of Three Gorges to appreciate Shennv Peak and Wu Gorge and overlook the winding Yangtze River from the private observation deck.
Shore excursion / experience of Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift:
(It is the largest and the most sophisticated ship lift in the whole world with the lifting height of about 113 meters.)
During the peak season, the Ship Lift activity has been in full swing. Demand exceeds supply, so a large crowd of people from different ships will be on the boat. In more extreme cases, you may not be able to get a seat but stand. It is recommended to carefully consider joining the program if you are concerned about the impact of a large number of tourists on your experience.
Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam (Included)
(It is the world largest hydroelectric station and the biggest dam project in the whole China contributing a lot to the flood control, electricity generation, shipping, etc. and is the No.2 essence of a Yangtze River cruise trip.)
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