Highlights

  • Immersion in History and Culture: Explore the "Fengdu Ghost City," unveiling the mysteries of Chinese folklore and ghost culture spanning thousands of years and relive the historical legacy of the Three Kingdoms era.

  • Cruising Through Natural Wonders: Sail through the heart of the Yangtze River's Three Gorges—majestic Qutang Gorge and serene Wu Gorge—and take a small boat to Shennv Stream, where fogy peaks and crystal-clear waters create a picturesque landscape.

  • Modern Engineering Marvel: Visit the Three Gorges Dam, the world's largest hydropower project (golf cart fee not included), with an optional upgrade to experience the massive ship lift (additional fee).

  • Luxury Onboard Experience: Start your day with Tai Chi on the deck, enjoy a Captain's Welcome Reception, and indulge in all-day dining with complimentary drinks. 

  • Flexible and Personalized Options: Choose from a variety of optional activities (e.g., the "War Fire of the Three Kingdoms" show) to tailor your journey to your interests.


ITINERARY Close All

Day 1Chongqing Arrival

Board the cruise in Chongqing between 16:30 and 20:00, where your luggage will be handled seamlessly. A lavish buffet dinner awaits, followed by a safety briefing. The evening culminates in the Captain's Welcome Reception, where you’ll toast to the journey as the ship glides away from the illuminated cityscape of Chongqing at approximately 22:00.

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Hotel: Overnight on the ship
Meals: Dinner
Altitude: 318m
  • Chongqing

  • Yangtze River Briefing

Day 2Fengdu Ghost City & War Fire of the Three Kingdoms Show

At dawn, join a Tai Chi session on the deck to awaken your senses. After breakfast, disembark to explore the "Fengdu Ghost City," wandering through its temples and statues that depict the afterlife in Chinese mythology, while hanging around in this attraction please remember that lunch begins at 12:00. And after hours of cruise in the afternoon, you can opt to watch the spectacular "War Fire of the Three Kingdoms" show (approx. 70min, $45/pp/tour) begins at 18:00 or participate in onboard cultural activities like paper cutting and calligraphy. As dusk falls, the cruise enters the gateway to the Three Gorges, offering breathtaking views of the towering cliffs along the riverbanks.

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Hotel: Overnight on the ship
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude: 287m-480m
  • Fengdu Ghost City

  • War Fire Of Three Kingdoms Show

Day 3Three Gorges & Shennv Streams

In the morning, cruise through Qutang Gorge, marveling at the imposing Kuimen Gate. For an optional tour, you can visit the White Emperor City, perched high above the gorge, and immerse yourself in the poetic history of the Three Kingdoms(approx. 2.5h, $45/pp/tour). Glide through the misty peaks of Wu Gorge, where the legendary Goddess Peak stands tall. Later, transfer to a small boat to explore Shennv Stream, a tranquil waterway surrounded by lush mountains and traditional villages. Return to the ship for dinner, followed by a crew talent show or family-friendly activities for children.

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Hotel: Overnight on the ship
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude: 188m-1462m
  • White Emperor City

  • Shennv Stream

Day 4Three Gorges Dam & Yichang

At sunrise, arrive at Maoping Pier in Yichang and enjoy your breakfast. After that, embark on a shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam, where you’ll ascend to the viewing platform for a panoramic view of the dam and its reservoir. For an enhanced experience, opt for the ship lift tour, you can transferring to a smaller boat to witness the massive vessel elevator in action(approx. 3h, $45/pp/tour). Conclude your journey in downtown Yichang, carrying the memories of the Yangtze River’s grandeur as you continue your travels.

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Hotel: No accommodation
Meals: Breakfast
Altitude: 50m-185m
  • Three Gorges Dam

  • Yichang

INCLUDES

  • Private transportation through out the itinerary. SRT will arrange for all travelers to be met on arrival and seen off on departure based on your flight info.

  • Shared accommodations in well located, tourist to superior class hotels include breakfast, service charge and government tax.

  • All entrance fees(shuttle bus) sightseeing; excursions and activities as per the itinerary

  • Domestic flights and 2nd class express train listed in the itinerary

  • Private friendly and professional English-Speaking guides (French, Italy, Russian, German can be arranged per your request)

  • Visa support letter for you to apply Chinese visa easily.

  • Travel and health insurance when travel with us.

  • 8, A 24/7 helpline while you are traveling.

EXCLUDES

  • International and domestic flights not indicated.

  • Food, Lunch or dinner not specified

  • Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers

  • Personal expenses and the other tours or activities not mentioned

TRIP NOTES

  • We will upgrade trains to 1st class where available if book the tour 5 months in advance of departure.

  • There is no problem to travel Silk Road during Ramadan.

  • Complimentary 2 bottles of water each person on daily use.

Transportation

We will use business MPV to luxurious coaches and trains.

Accommodation

All the hotels we selected are 4-5star well-located in the city center with good and proper breakfast for our clients.

Guides

Our guides are very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. And our group tours will be escorted from SRT.

Climate and Altitude

Generally speaking Mid March—End Oct are the best time to visit Silk Road. And we strongly suggest you come in May, June, October to avoid the heat and crowd. No need to worry about high altitude along the Silk Road. We will prepare Oxygen bags if the package includes Xiahe, Qinghai Lake and Taxkorgan County.

We offer beneficial Cancellation Policy to our customers.