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04 DAYS YANGTZE CRUISE-DOWN STREAM
Trip code: CN-YCD4

The Yangtze River is the longest in China and third longest in the world. To the Chinese, it means far more than that - it is the mother river of the nation. This cruise takes you through the heart of China, its history and ordinary life, as you enjoy the famous scenery of the Three Gorges. Marvel also at the great man-made wonder-Three Gorges Dam.

Day 01ARRIVE CHONGQING
Fly from Shanghai to Chongqing on Air Shanghai. Upon arrival, be met and be transferred to the wharf to board Ms. Victoria. Ship departs at 21:00pm. You can ask your guide for recommendation of restaurant; dinner is not included for this evening.

Day 02YANGTZE CRUISE
Enjoy the morning cruise and visit Snow Jade Cave.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)

Day 03YANGTZE CRUISE
Today, we cruise past 2 of the famous 3 gorges:
Qutang Xia (Qutang Gorge), is the shortest (5 miles), narrowest (500 feet), and most dramatic. The 25-mile long Wu Xia (Witches Gorge) is flanked by cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. We will also explore the "small 3 gorges" by motorized sampans. Many described the small gorges to be more spectacular the 3 main gorges. Tonight, we will sail past the western section of Xiling Gorge (the longest of the 3 gorges) and cross 3 gorges dam ship lock.
(Breakfast, lunch & dinner included)

Day 04DEPART YICHANG
This morning, visit the famous 3 gorges dam, the biggest hydro-electric power plant in the world. And sail past the eastern section on Xiling Gorge to Yichang where we disembark around 13:00. Be met and be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
(Breakfast & lunch included)

Departure date of Ms. Victoria:
December 21,28January 4,11,18,25
February 1,8,15,22March 1,8


PRICES PER PERSON:

COST INCLUDES

• Airfare: Shanghai -Chongqing ~ Yichang - Shanghai on economy class;

• Yangtze Cruise-Ms. Victoria

• Meals as stated (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner);

• All tours & transfers in private air-con vehicle with English speaking guide and all entrance fees.

COST EXCLUDES

• Airport taxes;

• Visa;

• Travel insurance;

• Personal & other expenses not stated.

VESSEL DESCRIPTION:
Victoria (www.victoriacruises.com/)
Victoria offers graceful public areas, with high ceilings carved with delicate craft and detail. Personal onboard service and programs which focus on the Yangtze’s unique destination--its scenery, natural history and culture--greatly enhance the cruising experience.
Traveling in sophisticated style, passengers will have on-board internet access, international cable television in living quarters, and international phone service available aboard the ship. Beautifully furnished cabins and suites boast imported marble bathrooms, authentic Shanghainese cotton bed spreads and pillow cases, and private balconies for viewing the scenery of the gorges.
Ship Specifications (for most of Victoria Cruises)
Year Built 1995Rebuilt 2003Gross Tonnage 4587T
Length 89.4mBeam/Width 16.4mDraft 2.7m
Speed 28km/h Passenger Decks 4Crew 121
Standard Cabins 93Junior Suites 6Deluxe Suites 2
Shangri-La Suites 2 Total Cabins 103Total Passengers 206