Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour
Traveler rating
4.2/5
Based on 5 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour worth booking?
Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour is a 96-hour experience in Chongqing, China, from $61 per person. It scores 57 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 5 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 57 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (5)
- Duration
- 96 hours
- From
- $61 per person
Spend 4 days and 3 nights on the Cruise ship!!! You will stay on a luxury cruise ship and enjoy the scenery along both banks from Chongqing to Yichang. There are four ship models to choose from: Century Paragon departs every Tuesday; Century Victory departs every Wednesday; Century Oasis departs every Saturday; Century Glory departs every Sunday. Due to the particularity of cruise ship reservations, travelers may cancel up to 25 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund. No refunds will be given after that time period. Warm Accommodation: Each guest room is over 26 square meters. The rooms are warm and spacious, with clean and tidy private bathrooms. The high-end bedding ensures a comfortable sleep, and all supporting facilities are available.
What you get
About this experience
Spend 4 days and 3 nights on the Cruise ship!!! You will stay on a luxury cruise ship and enjoy the scenery along both banks from Chongqing to Yichang. There are four ship models to choose from: Century Paragon departs every Tuesday; Century Victory departs every Wednesday; Century Oasis departs every Saturday; Century Glory departs every Sunday. Due to the particularity of cruise ship reservations, travelers may cancel up to 25 days before the experience start time to receive a full refund. No refunds will be given after that time period. Warm Accommodation: Each guest room is over 26 square meters. The rooms are warm and spacious, with clean and tidy private bathrooms. The high-end bedding ensures a comfortable sleep, and all supporting facilities are available.
What's included
Included
- Cruise ports luggage handling fees are included in Chongqing and Yichang
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Breakfast
- Free WiFi throughout the cruise (Internet speed are depending on the location of the signal)
Not included
- Other personal expenses
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chongqing
The cruise ship will berth at Chaotianmen Wharf, and the staff at the wharf will assist tourists to board the ship.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Service fee
Cruise Service fee: for Oct 3
Deluxe Cabin-twin room 2F
Deluxe Cabin: The deluxe cabin on the 2nd floor(the 2nd to 6th floors are available). If you want to upgrade, please contact us. Cruises type and date: Century Victory-every Wednesday; Century Oasis-every Saturday; Century Glory-every Sunday
Room sharing(Century Paragon)
Single person sharing a room: Applicable for single person sharing a Deluxe Cabin (twin room/2F). The 3rd and 4th floors require additional payment. Cruise ship name:: Century Paragon
Deluxe Cabin(twin room 2F)
Deluxe Cabin(twin room): The deluxe cabin on the 2nd floor(the 2nd to 6th floors are available). If you want to upgrade, please contact us. Cruise ship name:: Century Paragon
Room sharing（Century V/O/G）
Single person sharing a room: Applicable for single person sharing a Deluxe Cabin (twin room/2F). The 3rd and 4th floors require additional payment. Cruises type and date: Century Victory-every Wednesday; Century Oasis-every Saturday; Century Glory-every Sunday
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Xi'an China travel service
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
3 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
1 mentionSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
5 verified traveler reviews for Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Century Voyage: a first class experience.
We travelled on the Century Voyage from Yichang to Chongquin. What an amazing experience!! From the minute we waited to board, until we disembarked, we were felt special. Once on board, we were checked in by Austin, who was very welcoming, friendly and helpful. He took us to our room, and what a surprise for Nick. The staff had made a fantastic effort decorating the room for his special birthday trip. We were allocated a butler , Ivan, who spoke great English and, together with Austin, guided us throughout our journey. Food was incredible, trips off the boat very memorable and very well managed by the staff. The ship was immaculate and has excellent facilities. We made use of the gym and attended the live entertainment performances. We even danced the night away in the entertainments lounge to the resident duo. All staff members made great efforts to make passengers feel special, with warm smiles and being ultra helpful. Thank you to all the staff, but a very special thank you to Austin and Ivan. Highly recommended.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your wonderful review! Delighted you had an amazing Yangtze cruise – especially the warm service from Austin and Ivan, and the birthday surprise. We're so glad you enjoyed every moment. Xi'an China Travel Service looks forward to welcoming you back for more great travels!
via Tripadvisor
Not recommended for international travellers
I would advise every traveller to not book a cruise with century cruises. They offer highly inflated prices for a cruise with below average food, bad service, and crowded visits to mediocre sights on the way. The staff does not speak English and there are almost no other international guests onboard, making the experience feel uncomfortable. Our cruise ended over 100 km away from Chongqing allegedly due to low water in the river and we had to take a two hour bus journey instead of enjoying a scenic arrival in Chongqing with no compensation offered.
Response from the operator: Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that your Century Cruise did not meet your expectations. However, we would like to kindly note that this review was posted on our product page for the Chongqing → Yichang Three Gorges cruise, which is a different product from the one you described. We were not your booking agent, and the issues you mentioned relate solely to the cruise operator, not to our services. We kindly request that you remove or relocate this review to the correct provider’s page. This will help keep our ratings accurate and ensure your feedback reaches the right people. We hope you still enjoyed your time in China.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful 3 Gorges top of mountain view
3 nights will be enough, over the 3 Gorges, from Chongqing to Yichang. Good food on the cruise. Side trips are busy as this is China, with many tourists and many boats that cruise the same river. Choose the cooler months, not summer
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your Three Gorges cruise experience! We're glad you enjoyed the food and appreciate your helpful seasonal tip. Hope to welcome you aboard again in the future!
via Tripadvisor
An Absolutely Unforgettable Yangtze River Cruise Experience on Century Voyage!
We recently returned from a 4-day, 3-night Yangtze River cruise from Chongqing to Yichang aboard the Century Voyage, booked through China Discovery, and it was truly a highlight of our travels. This was our first cruise on the Yangtze, and the experience exceeded all our expectations. The Century Voyage, having entered service in 2024, is a stunningly new and luxurious ship. From the moment we boarded, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome and well-cared for. Their service was exceptional across all areas – housekeeping, customer service, and in the restaurant. The buffet-style dining was a delightful surprise. The quality and variety of food served surpassed anything we anticipated, with delicious options available at every meal. We also thoroughly enjoyed the onboard entertainment, where the crew showcased their talents through engaging performances. The shore excursions were meticulously organized and provided fascinating insights into the region's history and culture. While the majority of our fellow passengers were local, we appreciated that the ship provided English translations and that English-speaking guests were assigned knowledgeable English-speaking guides for the excursions. This cruise was a wonderful and memorable journey through the majestic Three Gorges. We wholeheartedly recommend Century Cruises for an exceptional Yangtze River experience. It’s a journey filled with comfort, excellent service, and breathtaking scenery. Our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all staff especially to our host, Isabella who always came around to check if we are enjoying the cruise and to Lucky who serve us very well at mealtime.
via Tripadvisor
Century Oasis Yangtze River Cruise
Century Oasis Having experienced cruising in the Caribbean and Europe we decided to to try a river cruise on the Yangtze river in China.With our travel guide assisting us we settled on the Century Oasis 4 nights from Yichang.Our guide from Travel china brought us to the cruise terminal and assisted us in check in and boarding of our bus to the ship . He assured us that we would be met on the ship and given assistance.We were greeted by Alan and Eddie who helped us in understanding the dining and shore excursions etc .Throughout the cruise they both looked after our needs and ensured we understood what and where we were going . As 99.7 percent of the passengers were Chinese nationals it was particularly daunting with the language and customs,nevertheless Alan and Eddie were at hand all the time to offer assistance and guidance. Food offerings were all buffet with plenty of choice of traditional Chinese dishes.Quality and choice were excellent.Some small concessions to western needs which was understandable.Complementary wine,beer and soft drinks are served at meal times. There was 3 shore excursions included in the price all with a English speaking guide.Cabin was tight but functional and room attendant was very efficient.The ship was well furnished and decorated and spotlessly clean.On and off the ship for excursions was seamless .Again entertainment was towards Chinese market yet enjoyable.Considering our anticipation about this cruise it has been a most enjoyable experience.Credit to Alan and Eddie and all the staff who were helpful and above all always polite. I would recommend this river cruise,however allow for the fact that at present it leans towards Chinese market but as we experienced assistance was always at hand.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 96 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $61 to $1,617
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Xi'an China travel service, who run 62 experiences we rank across 7 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.8.
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Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chongqing.
How much does Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour cost?
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Prices start at $61 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chongqing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour take?
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Plan for about 96 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chongqing is not rushed.
Is Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 57 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Chongqing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 96-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chongqing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chongqing and add a light layer if any part of the 96-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chongqing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chongqing?
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On Outty we rank every Chongqing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Premium Chongqing Private Tours: Highlights, Night View or Cruise, Chongqing Wulong National Park Private Tour, Chongqing 8D Mountain City Full Day Join In Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chongqing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chongqing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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Included: Cruise ports luggage handling fees are included in Chongqing and Yichang; Lunch; Dinner; Breakfast; and Free WiFi throughout the cruise (Internet speed are depending on the location of the signa. Not included: Other personal expenses. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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The cruise ship will berth at Chaotianmen Wharf, and the staff at the wharf will assist tourists to board the ship. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Specialized infant seats are available; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Chongqing. Standard cancellation terms apply.
What do travelers say about Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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Across 5 reviews averaging 4.2 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, photo opportunities. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
What booking options are available for Century Cruises Chongqing to Yichang Yangzte River Tour?
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There are 5 options to choose from, including Service fee, Deluxe Cabin-twin room 2F, Room sharing(Century Paragon), Deluxe Cabin(twin room 2F). Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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