| Per-person budget | Optional Cruise | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| More than 9 days | Century Legend, Changjiang No. 2, Changjiang No. 3 | Chongqing-Shanghai / Chongqing-Nanjing full long line; prices marked according to long-line starting price, same ship Chongqing-Yi classic section has separate low-price periods |
| Above 8,000 | Changjiang Explorer | All suites set the benchmark for top-tier luxury, offering a high service ratio, making them the top choice for business reception and high-end customization |
| 4000—8000 | Yangtze River Journey · Moonlight, Yangtze River Journey · Aurora | 2025–2026 New Ships Flagships, Highest Standards of Facilities and Dining |
| 3000—4000 | Yangtze No. 1, Century Dream, Century Voyage, Yangtze Miracle, Yangtze Like a Song | New ship and electric push boat main forces, quiet and comfortable, suitable for family and elders |
| 2500—3000 | Yangtze Memory, President No. 7, Yangtze Myth, Century Triumph, Century Glory, Century Oasis, Meiwei Kaixuan | Brand main products and new ships, best balance of experience and price |
| 1500—2500 | MV Keyue, Huaxia Goddess No.5, Yangtze Yunfan, Yangtze Discovery, Golden / Presidential / Star / Huaxia Series total 15 ships | Classic main itinerary of the Three Gorges, greatest flexibility in off-season promotions, ask about promotional dates first |
| Under 1,500 | Interstellar Navigation, Interstellar Crystal, Gold No. 3/5/6/8, Chinese Goddess No. 3, President No. 2 | Budget-friendly customers; President No. 2 goes from Wanzhou to Yichang—3 days 2 nights, even more economical |
| Hundreds | The realm of the century is like poetry | Fengjie–Maoping single-day sightseeing, no overnight stay, 1-day visit to the core of Sanxia |
The cruise ticket usually includes full accommodation for the selected cabin type, onboard meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), first admission tickets for onshore attractions listed in the itinerary, onboard performances and lectures, as well as shipboard explanations and tour leader services. Round-trip transportation from departure point to the pier, single room supplement, optional onshore programs, drinks, SPA, travel insurance, and some onboard tips usually need to be paid separately. Pricing policies for each ship's all-inclusive package vary and are subject to written confirmation at the time of booking.
Over ¥8,000 per person can book the Yangtze Explorer; ¥4,000–8,000 can book the new 2025–2026 flagship ships such as Yangtze Travel: Moon Viewing, Yangtze Travel: Aurora; ¥3,000–4,000 can book new ships and electric-powered ships like Yangtze No.1, Century Dream, Century Voyager, Yangtze Miracle, Yangtze Like a Song; ¥2,500–3,000 can book flagship ships like Century Celebration, Century Glory, Century Oasis, Yangtze Memory, President No.7; ¥1,500–2,500 can book main ship types like MV Hyatt, China Goddess No.5, Yangtze Cloud Sail, and the Golden, President, and Interstellar series.
Avoid peak travel seasons (February, May, October) and choose off-peak seasons (January, March, December) or regular seasons (June, July, August, November) to save the most money. The price difference for the same ship and cabin type between peak and off-peak seasons is significant. For classic high-capacity ships in the 1,500–2,500 yuan range, off-peak promotions are the most flexible, so it is recommended to inquire about promotional tour dates first.
Suggested Order: First travel during off-season or low season; then downgrade room type without downgrading ship (changing from balcony room to standard double room is more cost-effective than switching to older ship); avoid chasing high floors or specific orientations; shorten itinerary if necessary (5 days to 4 days or choose Wanzhou—Yichang short trip). Do not save on travel insurance, official registration channels, or ship age.
Required. Single occupancy requires an extra room charge; for odd-numbered travelers, it is recommended to confirm room-sharing rules in advance. Children are defined as under 12 years old; costs for extra beds, elderly traveling together, etc., should all be included in the total price in advance.
The starting price per person for each ship on this site is cross-checked from the same route products on multiple industry websites; when prices differ, the average is used; then the 42 ships are divided into 8 budget categories based on the starting price. Ticket prices vary depending on the departure month, cabin type, deck, and promotional policies. Please refer to the written quotation of the current tour period before placing an order.
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