Tour Description and ItineraryCustomize this tour  Enquiry about this tourMarch ~ November. Cruise between Chongqing and Yichang. Cruiser Description:
Standard: ★★★★++
First Navigation: Oct.1994
Capacity: 168
Length(M): 91.8
Width(M): 16.8
Draft(m): 2.4
Speed:32KM/H
single rooms: 2, Deluxe suites: 3 Splendid China (President III) is one of the best cruise ships on Yangtze River. Named by former Chinese Premier, the ship is a joint venture of China Travel Service (Hong Kong) Ltd., one of the largest travel group, who also owns a same name theme park in Tampa, Florida, and Hubei Yangtze Cruise Corp Ltd., who was a pioneer in the cruising business on Yangtze River. At a length of 91.8 meters, a width of 16.8 meters and a draft of 2 meters, this four star deluxe cruiser has a maximum speed of 32 km/hr in still water. Once you see it, you will not forget its unique outlook: it is like a traditional Chinese Palace. After aboard, you will find that the most modern passenger conveniences and spaciousness have been incorporated, blending the elegant and glamorous features and appearances everywhere. Equipped with imported engine, air-conditioning system and many other facilities, the ship boasts for her stability, low noise, safety and comfort. With a total passenger capacity of 168, she has 2 presidential suites, 1 deluxe suite, 7 standard cabins and 74 super standard cabins. Each Super standard cabin has a space of 22.8 square meters with an open view window and two twin-size beds. The cabin is bigger than those at the same rate of most other Cruisers on Yangtze River. Like other ships of President series, the Splendid China offers the finest and a wide range of services and amenities, including satellite telephone and fax, satellite RV, circuit TV, stereo sound system, panoramic observation platform, Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, multi-function center of recreations, dining room,, gift shop, business center, beauty salon, clinic, chess room, laundry, and foreign exchange services, etc. It is a perfect place for sightseeing, vacation, and small to medium-sized conferences. In the past years, this ship was one of the best sellers on the greatest river in China. Click for Splendid China Cruiser pictures and deckplan, facilities. Voyage: Chongqing to Yichang | Days | Chongqing to Yichang (Down Stream) | | D1 | Transfer from airport (or from your hotel) to the cruiser, board on the ship before 22:00pm. | | D2 | Departs Chongqing at 09:00AM. Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City, Fengdu is where the devil lives, according to Chinese legend. They say that spirits go to heaven, and evil goes to Fengdu. The town is overlooked by Ming Shan Hill, home of Tianzi, the King of the Dead. The whole place has an eerie feel to it with deserted streets, tower blocks, empty shops and banks. The only people here are those who make a living from visiting cruise boats. | | D3 | Shore excursion to Shennong Stream(10:00AM-13:30PM). -Shennong Stream is a small tributary of the Yangtze River, and its fast-flowing, crystal clear water runs southwards through deep gorges. The stream races past large and small karst caves, flocks of swallows, sheer cliffs, deep gorges, waterfalls, three-colored springs, rapids, the ancient plank path, a suspended coffin in the cliff, groups of ancient tombs and marvelous karst formations. | | D4 | Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam site (08:00AM-10:00AM). Have lunch onboard. Arrives in Yichang at 13:30PM. -Three Gorges Dam, the largest water conservancy project ever undertaken by man and it has been a dream for several generations of Chinese people. The construction of the dam formally began in 1994. The body of the dam was completed in 2003, and the whole construction will be competed in 2009. It will be 2,335 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom. | Voyage: Yichang to Chongqing | Days | Yichang to Chongqing (Up Stream) | | D1 | Transfer from airport (or from your hotel) to the cruiser, board on the ship before 22:00pm. | | D2 | Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam Site (08:30AM-10:30PM). -Three Gorges Dam, the largest water conservancy project ever undertaken by man and it has been a dream for several generations of Chinese people. The construction of the dam formally began in 1994. The body of the dam was completed in 2003, and the whole construction will be competed in 2009. It will be 2,335 meters long, 185 meters high, 18 meters wide on the top and 130 meters wide at the bottom. | | D3 | Shore excursion to Shennong Stream (08:00AM-12:30PM). -Shennong Stream is another tributary of the Yangtze River, and its fast-flowing, crystal clear water runs southwards through deep gorges. The stream races past large and small karst caves, flocks of swallows, sheer cliffs, deep gorges, waterfalls, three-colored springs, rapids, the ancient plank path, a suspended coffin in the cliff, groups of ancient tombs and marvelous karst formations. | | D4 | Shore excurison to Fengdu Ghost City, Fengdu is where the devil lives, according to Chinese legend. They say that spirits go to heaven, and evil goes to Fengdu. The town is overlooked by Ming Shan Hill, home of Tianzi, the King of the Dead. The whole place has an eerie feel to it with deserted streets, tower blocks, empty shops and banks. The only people here are those who make a living from visiting cruise boats. | | D5 | Arrives in Chongqing at 09:00AM. | The itineraries listed in the form probably be adjusted owing to the bad weather, water level, temporary navigation control and prohibition.
Aboard the cruise: You should arrive at Chongqing before 22:00PM to aboard the cruise on the first day. You can tell us your flight number (or train number) and arrival time, or hotel you stay in Chongqing. our guide will pick you up and drive you to the port to aboard the ship. Price Include:
Crusier accommodations, three meals everyday, shore excursions specified on the itinerary. the accommodation is based on one standard bed per person. How to Book?
You can book online or by email, tell us your flight number/ arrival time to Chongqing or Yichang, or the hotel you stay in either city, we will pick you up from the airport(or hotel) to the cruiser. you will receive our confirmation email and voucher after your booking. Note: There are only two beds in a cabin. Most of the ships do not provide extra bed, so you may need to reserve another cabin, or a half cabin (0.5 cabin) for the third person (for an adult or a big child) .
If you want to take a whole cabin for the third person, a single supplement of 75% to 100% of a single ticket is required. If you only take a half cabin, or only "a bed", the price is the same but he/she need to share the cabin with a stranger. Payment Method and Cancel Policy Please Contact Us Send Enquiry, if you want to Customize This Tour or Have Any Questions. |
