Chongqing → Yichang4 days / 3 nights
This is the classic Three Gorges corridor. Direction changes the pace and number of nights, while exact excursions remain sailing-specific.
Current ship and sailing source ↗Star Cruises Yangtze · Classic
Star Crystal
Star Crystal is explicitly named in Trip.com's international Three Gorges cruise package for the Star-series fleet.
Published fromSee live Trip.com package4 days / 3 nights
VOYAGE SCOPE
This ship follows the classic Three Gorges corridor
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Star Crystal: what the reviews say
29 captured reviews · 48 classified guest photos. These findings summarize traveller reports, not a personal inspection of the ship.
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Food variety, taste and restaurant experience
Guests praised: Captured reviews described the food as good, decent, plentiful and quite good, with daily variation and no repetition.
Staff, butler and crew service
Guests praised: Reviewers described the service as excellent, warm, friendly, attentive and prompt, with welcoming staff.
What to watch: One reviewer reported that some front desk staff were rude.
Recent feedback · What to watch: The reviewer condemned the lack of notification and extremely poor service.
Cabin comfort, size and balcony views
Guests praised: Reviewers described the accommodations as comfortable and clean, with nice rooms.
What to watch: One mixed review found the room decorations and facilities dated, though clean.
Recent feedback · What to watch: The reviewer reported a room less than half the promised size.
Shore excursions, attractions and guides
What to watch: One reviewer gave the on-board tour guide a bad review.
Recent feedback · What to watch: Shore excursions were too brief to meaningfully see the attractions.
River scenery, deck views and gorge sailing
Guests praised: Two captured reviews described the scenery along the way as beautiful.
Itinerary pacing and route design
Guests praised: Reviewers described the itinerary as well-planned and well-designed.
What to watch: One reviewer noted the passage through Qutang Gorge conflicted with lunchtime.
Onboard activities and entertainment options
Guests praised: One captured review found the ship company's arranged activities very exciting.
Ship hardware, facilities and maintenance
Guests praised: One reviewer said the ship's facilities were new.
What to watch: Captured reviews found some facilities, such as showers, a bit outdated, and room decorations dated though clean.