Chongqing → Yichang4 days / 3 nights
The downstream one-way programme follows the classic Three Gorges corridor from Chongqing to Yichang.
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Yangtze Explorer
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Published fromUS$1,2074 days / 3 nights
PUBLISHED 2026 ITINERARIES
Choose a one-way cruise or a seven-night round trip
Yangzi Explorer sails the classic Chongqing–Yichang Three Gorges corridor in both directions, with seven-night combinations that return to the city where the journey began. The dated programme determines whether the extended shore route uses Badong or Shennongjia.
Compare every route family →Yichang → Chongqing5 days / 4 nights
The upstream one-way programme is published in Badong and Shennongjia variants on selected dates.
Official itinerary collection ↗Yichang → Chongqing → Yichang8 days / 7 nights
A round trip beginning and ending in Yichang combines the upstream and downstream journeys in one sailing.
Official Yichang round trip ↗Chongqing → Yichang → Chongqing8 days / 7 nights
A round trip beginning and ending in Chongqing combines the downstream and upstream journeys in one sailing.
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Yangtze Explorer: what the reviews say
263 captured reviews · 618 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 describe fresh ingredients and high-end buffets for most daily meals.
What to watch: Some guests found the dining variety lacked richness.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: Food was excellent.
Recent feedback · What to watch: Seafood did not appeal to the reviewer from a coastal area.
Staff, butler and crew service
Guests praised: Captured reviews call the service thoughtful and considerate, a standout aspect of the cruise.
What to watch: One reviewer reported slow or unfulfilled room-service orders, including fruit that never arrived.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: Staff provided attentive care and warm, courteous service.
Cabin comfort, size and balcony views
Guests praised: Captured reviews describe rooms as spacious and bright, with clean and comfortable bedding.
What to watch: One reviewer noted the rooms are not new, though still warm and comfortable.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: Rooms were spacious.
River scenery, deck views and gorge sailing
Guests praised: Captured reviews call the Three Gorges views superb during the voyage.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: The scenery was beautiful.
Shore excursions, attractions and guides
Guests praised: One reviewer says the ship assigns the best local guides and excellent onboard translators.
What to watch: One guest found the Shennv Tianlu hiking route difficult and slippery.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: The reviewer enjoyed activities and distinctive attractions.
Recent feedback · What to watch: An uncomfortable theater wait and unrelated art sales spoiled the shore experience.
Itinerary pacing and route design
Guests praised: Captured reviews describe the itinerary as well-planned.
What to watch: One guest said the actual itinerary did not match what had been quoted.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: Activities were well organized, relaxed, and not tiring.
Recent feedback · What to watch: Generally excellent arrangements failed to disclose or avoid the pre-show sales segment.
Ship hardware, facilities and maintenance
Guests praised: One reviewer describes the cruise ship as having comprehensive hardware facilities.
What to watch: One reviewer found the ship's facilities to be of poor quality.
Recent feedback · Guests praised: The ship provided all necessary facilities.
Onboard activities and entertainment options
Guests praised: Captured reviews describe the onboard activities as rich and meaningful.
What to watch: One guest felt the onboard entertainment was not very professional.