Great Wall Adventure Club
China AdventureYangtze

5-Day Yangtze River Cruise: Yichang to Chongqing

Travel upstream through the Three Gorges with time for river scenery, onboard activities and the shore visits available on your sailing.

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Stops along the way

  1. Yichang
  2. Three Gorges Dam
  3. Three GorgesYangtze River sailing
  4. Fengdu areaShore excursions vary by sailing
  5. Chongqing
Itinerary

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1 Transfer to the Yichang embarkation point

The next chapter of your Great Wall journey

Activity Arrival & transfer

Arrive in Yichang and meet the transfer arranged for your cruise. Continue to the confirmed boarding location in the Maoping area. Boarding windows and the first sailing time depend on the vessel and departure date.

Daily itineraries may vary due to trail and road conditions, weather, and government regulations. Hiking routes, accommodation arrangements, and transfer times between sections are subject to change.

Yichang’s skyline along the Yangtze River
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Independent passenger review

Traveler perspectives on the Yangtze

Independent Century Cruise from Yichang to Chongqing

Attentive staff and a comfortable sailing

Katarina appreciated the helpful crew and the range of food on board. She also thanked the agency that arranged her cruise and sightseeing in Beijing.

Katarina S
Traveled December 2025

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This passenger reviewed a sailing booked with another provider. Ship, onboard commentary and shore excursions vary by departure.

Questions before you book

What fitness level or walking ability does this trip require?

Check the daily itinerary for walking, stairs, outdoor activities and travel time. City visits, mountain excursions, cruises and activity trips have different demands. Tell us about mobility needs, your usual walking pace and any activities you prefer to skip so we can discuss suitable arrangements.

What happens if weather changes or cancels the trip?

Weather, transport disruption or attraction closures may affect the order of visits or an activity. The team will discuss practical alternatives if an adjustment is needed. For cancellation or rescheduling, any charges, credits or refunds follow your confirmed proposal and booking conditions; request those terms before paying.

How is my luggage handled during this trip?

Luggage arrangements depend on the hotels, vehicles, trains, flights or boats in your itinerary. Tell us how many bags you will bring before booking and ask us to confirm storage, transfers and carrier limits. Keep travel documents, medicines and valuables with you.

Can I book this itinerary as a solo traveler?

Solo travelers can send an inquiry. Tell us your dates and whether you prefer a private trip or hope to join others. We will confirm availability, room arrangements and a quote for your party. A shared departure, room share or supplement-free price is not guaranteed.

What is the best time of year for this itinerary?

The most suitable season depends on the destinations and activities in this itinerary. Tell us your preferred dates and priorities so we can advise on local weather, holidays, transport and attraction access. Check seasonal opening dates before confirming your plans.

Planning your visit

We match the itinerary to your actual vessel and sailing date. Cabin type, meals, excursion charges, boarding logistics and final transfers are listed separately so the cruise can be compared clearly.

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