Century Emerald Cruise Itinerary & Route Map 2025
Map of Century Emerald's Itinerary
Chongqing - Yichang 4 Days & 3 Nights Downstream Itinerary & Cruise Timetable
Arranged Shore Excursions: Fengdu Ghost City, Shennv Stream, Three Gorges Dam Site (ticket fees included)
Optional Shore Excursions: Feng Yan San Guo Show, White Emperor City, Ship Lift (need extra pay)
| Day | Time | Event & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 16:30-20:00 | Embark on the ship at Chaotianmen Port in Chongqing & Check in; |
| 21:00-21:30 | Embarkation safety brieging & facilities onboard introduction | |
| 21:30 | Undock from Chongqing. | |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) | 06:30-07:00 | Have a cup of morning tea / coffee and some desserts to awake your body; |
| 06:30-07:00 | Play the traditional Tai Chi with the master to get a physical stretch and inhale fresh air; | |
| 07:00-08:00 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 08:30-11:00 | Go to enjoy the interesting cultural lectures or visit the Fengdu Ghost City to feel the culture of afterlife in China; | |
| 12:00 | Enjoy your buffet lunch; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 17:00-18:00 | Enjoy your buffet dinner; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 18:00-21:30 | Optional shore excursion to Feng Yan San Guo Show (Three Kingdoms Open Air Show) (290 RMB/pp); | |
| Day 3 (B, L, D) | 06:30-07:00 | Have a cup of morning tea / coffee and some desserts to awake your body; |
| 06:30-07:00 | Play the traditional Tai Chi with the master to get a physical stretch and inhale fresh air; | |
| 07:00-08:00 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 08:00-10:30 | Take an optional tour to the White Emperor City, known as the “City of Poems”; | |
| 11:00-12:00 | Ship through Qutang Gorge, the most majestic one in the three gorges. | |
| 12:00 | Enjoy your buffet lunch; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 12:00-13:00 | Ship through Wu Gorge. Admire the beautiful continuous hills on the banks; | |
| 14:00-16:30 | Visit Shennv Stream on the sightseeing boat to feel the serenity and natural charm; | |
| 19:00-20:30 | Enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Party and dinner banquet; (Chinese sitting dinner) | |
| 20:30-23:00 | Check out and close your account at the reception desk; | |
| 20:30-22:00 | Enjoy the cruise night show | |
| Day 4 (B) | 06:30-08:00 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) |
| 08:00-12:30 | Disembark at Maoping Port. Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam Site and marvel at the great project and feats of Chinese people; Be shuttled to Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal for departure. | |
| 08:00-13:30 | Disembark at Maoping Port. Take the optional experience of the Ship Lift. Visit Three Gorges Dam Site and marvel at the great project and feats of Chinese people; Be shuttled to Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal for departure. |
Yichang - Chongqing 5 Days & 4 Nights Upstream Itinerary & Cruise Timetable
Arranged Shore Excursions: Three Gorges Dam Site, Shennv Stream, Fengdu Ghost City (ticket fees included)
Optional Shore Excursions: Tribe of Three Gorges, White Emperor City, Ship Lift (need extra pay)
| Day | Time | Event & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | 17:30-20:30 | Gather at Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal and be transferred to Maoping Port for embarkation. |
| 21:00-21:30 | Embarkation safety briefing & facilities introduction. | |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) | 06:30-07:00 | Have a cup of morning tea / coffee and some desserts to awake your body; |
| 06:30-07:00 | Play the traditional Tai Chi with the master to get a physical stretch and inhale fresh air; | |
| 07:00-08:00 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 08:30 | Brief introduction of itinerary & facilities onboard; | |
| 09:00-11:30 | Optional shore excursion to Tribe of Three Gorges (CNY 290/pp) | |
| 12:00 | Enjoy your buffet lunch; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 14:00-17:00 | Take a shore excursion to see the Three Gorges Dam Site and marvel at the great project and feats of Chinese people | |
| 14:00-18:00 | Visit Three Gorges Dam Site and marvel at the great project and feats of Chinese people. Optional experience of the Ship Lift. | |
| 18:30-20:00 | Buffet dinner | |
| 20:30-21:15 | Join the Captain’s Welcome Party | |
| Day 3 (B, L, D) | 06:30-07:00 | Have a cup of morning tea / coffee and some desserts to awake your body; |
| 06:30-07:00 | Play the traditional Tai Chi with the master to get a physical stretch and inhale fresh air; | |
| 07:00-08:00 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 07:30-08:30 | Ship through Wu Gorge. Admire the beautiful continuous hills on the banks; | |
| 08:30-13:00 | Visit Shennv Stream on the sightseeing boat to feel the serenity and natural charm; | |
| 13:00-14:30 | Enjoy your buffet lunch; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 15:00 | Ship through Qutang Gorge, the most majestic one in the three gorges. | |
| 15:30-18:00 | Dock at Fengjie Port. Take an optional tour to the White Emperor City (CNY 290/pp), known as the “City of Poems”. | |
| 19:00-20:30 | Enjoy your buffet dinner with various of dishes and beverages; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 21:00 | Have fun in the Evening Entertainment; | |
| Day 4 (B, L, D) | 06:30-07:00 | Have a cup of morning tea / coffee and some desserts to awake your body; |
| 06:30-07:00 | Play the traditional Tai Chi with the master to get a physical stretch and inhale fresh air; | |
| 07:00-08:30 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 08:30-11:00 | Enjoy onboard activities | |
| 12:00-13:30 | Enjoy your buffet lunch; (Chinese and Western) | |
| 14:00-17:00 | Visit Fengdu Ghost City to feel the culture of afterlife in China; | |
| 19:00-20:30 | Enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Party and dinner banquet; (Chinese sitting dinner) | |
| 20:00-22:30 | Check out and close your account at the reception desk; | |
| 21:00-22:00 | Have fun in the Evening Entertainment | |
| Day 5 (B) | 07:00-08:00 | Enjoy your buffet breakfast with rich kinds of dishes; (Chinese and Western) |
| 07:30 | Return your room card to the reception desk; | |
| 08:30 | Arrive at Chaotianmen Port in Chongqing & Disembark. |
Please note:
1. Subject to Change
The itineraries, ports, departure & arrival time, shore excursions listed above are subject to change according to the weather, river condition and permission from the navigational authorities. Besides, activities onboard, dining and entertainment options vary and are subject to change.
2. Shore Excursions
The Century cruise company will arrange three shore excursions during the whole cruise between Chongqing and Yichang and usually there are two or three OPTIONAL shore excursions which are not listed in the fixed itinerary that travelers can decide to go or not based on your interest, real physical condition and budget. The optional sites will be visited depending on the number of travelers who want to go and the cost is 290 RMB/person for each, except Quyuan Birthplace for 220 RMB/person. If you want to go, tell the reception desk who would register for you and receive your pay in site. The ARRANGED shore excursions are included in your quotation, so you could visit the sites without extra charge. However, if you do not visit the sites, the fees of arranged shore excursion sites are not refunded. You could stay on the ship to enjoy some leisure time. For your safety, you are not allowed to leave your ship on your own.
3. Physical Challenge
The shore excursions to “Fengdu Ghost City” need some steps climbing and comfortable shoes re highly recommended! If you have problems with steps, you can choose to stay on the ship without joining in the excursions (If it is the arranged shore excursion by the cruise company, please note that there is no refund).
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• The above price range is based on a standard cabin for twin sharing.
• The prices are valid by Dec.31 of the year.
• Please enquiry for the exact price according to your nationality, cruising time and cruising route.
• Please quote us for the price may change during China's Golden Week and Spring Festival.
• Limited winter schedules may be adjusted into other dates, cruise ships, etc. based on the arrangement of the cruise company.
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