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Yangzi Explorer Cruise Itinerary & Route Map 2025
There are three routes that Yangzi Explorer operates in 2025, including the classic downstream route (Chongqing to Yichang) and two upstream routes (Yichang to Chongqing) to Shennongjia Natural Reserve and Badong Park. If you decide to take an upstream cruise, take care to choose the date based on the attractions you are fancy for.
Notice: Great news! all itineraries of the 2025 Yangzi Explorer include a visit to the Three Gorges Dam and a experience with the ship lift.
Yangtze Explorer's Downstream Itinerary Map 2024/2025
Chongqing - Yichang 4 Days & 3 Nights Downstream Itinerary & Cruise Timetable
Arranged Shore Excursions: Fuling Project 816 or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum, the Beacon of Three Kingdoms Show or Zhongzhou Old Alley, Wushan Goddess Sky Road or Lesser Three Gorges, Three Gorges Ship Lift, Three Gorges Dam or Quyuan Temple & Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum
| Day | Venue | Event & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (D) | Chaotianmen Dock | Embark in Chongqing |
| Explorer Bar, Deck 5 | Captain's Welcome Reception | |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) | Fuling | Fuling Project 816 or White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum & local market |
| Zhongxian | The Beacon of Three Kingdoms Night Show or A night walk in Zhongzhou Alley |
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| Day 3 (B, L, D) | Explorer Deck, Deck 6 | Passing Qutang Gorge |
| Explorer Deck, Deck 6 | Wushan Goddess Skyroad overlooking the Yangzi from a private lookout with light trekking option available en route in the hinterland of Wu Gorge or Boat ride into Daning River - Lesser Three Gorges & it’s tributary Madu River (Mini Three Gorges) |
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| Explorer Deck, Deck 6 | Passing Wu Gorge | |
| On board Yangzi Explorer | Experience passing through the Ship Lift | |
| Day 4 (B, L) | Muster Point, Deck 1 | Disembarkation in Yichang |
| Zigui, Yichang | Three Gorges Dam VIP Tour or Visit Quyuan Temple & Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum |
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| Yichang | Lunch with local delicacies at Yichang Juweng Restaurant |
Yangtze Explorer's Badong Itinerary Map 2024/2025
Yichang - Chongqing 5 Days & 4 Nights Upstream Itinerary & Cruise Timetable
Badong Itinerary Arranged Shore Excursions: Three Gorges Project VIP Tour or Visit Quyuan Temple & Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum, Ship Lift, Badong Wuyuan Cave or Badong Museum & Entrance to Wu Gorge Lookout, Night Show “Badong: a Journey through a Thousand Years”, White Emperor City or Three Gorges Summit or light trekking in Qutang Gorge, Shibaozhai or Xituo Ancient Town or Huanghua Island.
| Day | Venue | Event & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (D) | Yichang | Three Gorges Project VIP Tour or visit Quyuan Temple & Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum |
| Embarkation in Yichang | Yichang Port | |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) | Onboard Yangzi Explorer | Experience passing through the Ship Lift on board Yangzi Explorer |
| Explorer Deck, Deck 6 | Passing Xiling Gorge in the morning | |
| Badong | Wuyuan Cave with wooden sampan ride or Visit to Badong Museum & Entrance to Wu Gorge Lookout |
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| Badong/Onboard | Night Show "Badong: A Journey through a Thousand Years" in a cultural relic protection park (weather permitting) or Cultural Performance on board |
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| Day 3 (B, L, D) | Explorer Deck, Deck 6 | Passing Wu Gorge & Qutang Gorge in the morning |
| Fengjie | Shore excursions to White Emperor City or light trekking in Qutang Gorge or Three Gorges Summit |
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| Day 4 (B, L, D) | Zhongxian | Shore excursions to Shibaozhai Pagoda or Xituo Ancient Town or Huanghua Island |
| Day 5 (B) | Chongqing | Disembarkation at Chongqing Chaotianmen Dock |
Yangtze Explorer's Shennongjia Itinerary Map 2024/2025
Yichang - Chongqing 5 Days & 4 Nights Shennongjia Itinerary & Cruise Timetable
Shennongjia Itinerary Arranged Shore Excursions: Three Gorges Project VIP Tour or Visit Quyuan Temple & Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum, Ship Lift, Shennongjia, Night Show “Badong: a Journey through a Thousand Years”, White Emperor City or Three Gorges Summit or light trekking in Qutang Gorge, Shibaozhai or Xituo Ancient Town or Huanghua Island.
| Day | Venue | Event & Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 (D) | Yichang | Three Gorges Project VIP Tour or visit Quyuan Temple & Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum |
| Onboard Yangzi Explorer | Experience passing through the Ship Lift on board Yangzi Explorer | |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) | Shennongjia | Full day excursion to the UNESCO World Heritage Natural Site and UNESCO Global Geopark - Shennongjia National Park |
| Day 3 (B, L, D) | Explorer Deck, Deck 6 | Passing Wu Gorge & Qutang Gorge in the morning |
| Fengjie | Shore excursions to White Emperor City or light trekking in Qutang Gorge or Three Gorges Summit |
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| Day 4 (B, L, D) | Zhongxian | Shore excursions to Shibaozhai Pagoda or Xituo Ancient Town or Huanghua Island |
| Day 5 (B) | Chongqing | Disembarkation at Chongqing Chaotianmen Dock |
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 Yangtze Explorer cruise company will usually arrange three shore excursions during the whole cruise between Chongqing and Yichang. 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.
3. Ship Lift Notice
Please note that the journey may be influenced by weather conditions and water levels, potentially impacting the passage. Furthermore, the ship lift will be shut down for approximately 35 days in late August for its annual maintenance.
4. Cruise Cancellation in Special Cases
Please note that the journey may be influenced by weather conditions and water levels, potentially impacting the passage. Furthermore, the ship lift will be shut down for approximately 35 days in late August for its annual maintenance.
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2024 Schedule of Yangzi Explorer
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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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