First: What Does the Per-Person Price Actually Include?
Even when a fare is advertised as 'from ¥3,000', what's included can vary widely. Before you book, check every item against the two columns below to avoid surprise charges on site.
Cruise tickets usually include
- Accommodation in the selected room type for the entire stay
- Breakfast/lunch/dinner on board
- The first entrance ticket for the onshore attractions listed in the itinerary
- Public events such as onboard performances and lectures
- Onboard explanation and tour leader service
Usually requires an additional fee
- Departure Point ↔ Pier Round-Trip Main Transportation
- Single room supplement (one person in one room)
- Optional onshore projects, beverages, SPA
- Travel accident insurance (recommended)
- Onboard tips for some ships
The scope of each ship's 'all-inclusive price' is not consistent, and the above content is subject to the shipping company's current policy and the written confirmation at the time of registration.
Set Your Budget in 4 Steps: Route First, Then Ship
1Fixed route days
4 days 3 nights (Chongqing ↔ Yichang classic section) / 5 days 4 nights (including round-trip airfare) / Long route 8—15 days.The number of days determines the price range even more than the ship type.
2Decide the month to travel
The seasons are divided into four periods:Peak months (February / May / October), High season (April / September), Value season (June / July / August / November), and low season (January / March / December). On the same ship and room type, price difference between peak and off-season is significant.
3Reserve room type and grade
Standard Double Room → Balcony Room → Suite → First Class, each upgrade increases the price.First estimate the budget based on the lowest acceptable room type, then increase from there.
4Determine the population structure
Children massage12 years oldDefine: Extra bed, single room supplement, elderly companions must all be included in the total price in advance.
Full Ship List: 44 Cruises (42 Priced by Budget + 2 New-Ship Previews)
Prices for each category are listed according to verified per capita starting price; long-term trips are labeled per the Chongqing-Shanghai long-route starting price. Prices vary based on departure month, room type, and promotions, actual prices subject to the written quotation of the specific tour period. The "New Ships" tier covers ships not yet in service and without published fares.
New Ships · Delivered 2026–20272 Ships
Both ships are not yet in service and have no published fares. Register your interest and we will notify you as soon as sailings open; fares follow the written quotation of the actual tour period.
Delivered Dec 2026 / Maiden Voyage 2027 · 17,000 Tons · Carries 638 Passengers
China's first single-methanol-fuel smart river cruise ship, cutting sulphides by 99%; pioneering "Three Gorges by day", planned for the Chongqing—Shanghai long route
FamilyElderly silver hairBusiness Reception
Fare TBA · 2027 Maiden Voyage
Maiden Voyage 2026 · 17,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
Sixth-generation Huaxia flagship: 7 passenger decks and 9 cabin types, about 19,000 m² of total public area, over 2,000 m² of outdoor viewing decks
FamilyTeam BuildingElderly silver hair
Fare TBA · 2026 Maiden VoyageLong Routes · Chongqing↔Shanghai & Chongqing↔Nanjing (9+ days)3 Ships
2013 First Voyage / 2020 Refit · 12,516 tons · Capacity 400 passengers
The only one that can operate the Chongqing↔Shanghai long route; all rooms are equipped with independent bathtubs for scenic bathing; with a heated pool and SPA
Elderly silver hairCouple honeymoonBusiness reception
Long-term ¥18,810 and up | Chongqing to Yichang ¥2,699 and up
2011 Maiden Voyage / 2024 Refurbishment · 11,691 tons · 452 passengers
Indoor Heated Swimming Pool Super Large Theater, mainline Chongqing-Wuhan, strong conference function (built in 2011 / refurbished in 2024)
Team BuildingBusiness receptionElderly silver hair
Long-haul from ¥12,649｜Chongqing-Yi from ¥5,390
2022 Maiden Voyage · 16,000 Tons · Carries 600 Passengers
Changhai Flagship 16,000 tons: All-inclusive, comes with an outdoor swimming pool, super large sun deck, spacious cabins, popular for large family groups
Family with ChildrenTeam BuildingElderly silver hair
Long-term ¥7,999 and up | Chongqing-Yi ¥2,849 and upUltra-Luxury · From ¥8,000 pp1 Ship
2025 Maiden Voyage · 7,389 tons · Carries 148 passengers
Ultimate luxury of the Three Gorges: full suite starting at 31㎡, crew-to-guest ratio ≈1:1, 24h onboard doctor, can use the onboard lift to change decks
Business receptionCouple honeymoonElderly silver hair
Starting from ¥9,099 per personPremium · ¥4,000–8,000 pp2 Ships
First voyage in 2026 · 17,000 tons · Carries 650 passengers
2026 Maiden Voyage Smart Cruise: Hongmeng Smart Cabin, Extended-Range Hybrid, All-Inclusive Price (including boarding lift Gezhouba), Oriental Elegant Style
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairBusiness reception
Starting from ¥4,549 per personFirst voyage in 2026 · 17,000 tons · Carries 650 passengers
2026 New Ship: Moon-Embracing Sister Ship, Nordic Minimalist Style, Higher Proportion of Panoramic Floor-to-Ceiling Windows, Suitable for Photos and Check-ins, Family-Friendly for Summer Vacation
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairTeam Building
Starting from ¥4,549 per personUpper-Mid · ¥3,000–4,000 pp5 Ships
2006 Maiden Voyage / 2024 Refit · 5,750 tons · 222 passengers
It can pass through the lift with the original ship, offering a state guest-level experience, with a small passenger capacity and a relaxed pace.
Elderly silver hairBusiness receptionAffordable
Starting from ¥3,814 per person
2026 Maiden Voyage · 15,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
2026 Latest Flagship Pro: All rooms with 180° private balconies, immersive NPC theater 'Boat Story·Yangtze River', 8 types of rooms
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairBusiness reception
Starting from ¥3,719 per person
2024 Maiden Voyage · 15,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
Top-tier flagship: Dedicated butler for all cabin types, seafood buffet dinner on embarkation day, pioneering Princess Sissi-themed lounge
Business receptionElderly silver hairFamily with Children
Starting from ¥3,629 per person
2011 Maiden Voyage / 2024 Refit · 12,000 tons · 600 passengers
2024 Reinstallation and Renaming (formerly Yangtze Gold No. 1): all-inclusive one-price itinerary, including in-depth and niche attractions such as the 816 Nuclear Industrial Base, with the option to go over the boat lift on the original ship
Elderly silver hairGourmet ExperiencesAffordable
Starting from ¥3,147 per person
2025 Maiden Voyage · 12,500 Tons · Carries 498 Passengers
2025 New Ship: The entire ship has no interior cabins, small-table restaurants where families can have a table to themselves, and features a children's daycare area and terrace family rooms
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairAffordable
Starting from ¥3,000 per personMid-Range · ¥2,500–3,000 pp7 Ships
2013 Maiden Voyage / 2025 Refit · 11,250 tons · 600 passengers
2025 Reinstallation and Renaming (formerly Yangtze Gold No. 7): The only 1980s-themed nostalgic ship on the Yangtze River, 'Jiangshang Wenheyou', with NPC immersive interactions, suitable for taking photos and check-ins
Photography and FilmingFamily with ChildrenTeam Building
Starting from ¥3,352 per person
2013 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refit · 17,000 tons · Capacity 560 passengers
17,000-ton top configuration: Wuhan↔Chongqing long route main force, indoor heated pool, commercial pedestrian street, double-height restaurant
Team BuildingElderly silver hairBusiness reception
Starting from ¥2,865 per person
2013 First Voyage / 2020 Refit · 12,516 tons · Capacity 400 passengers
Original Century Myth: Chu Tian's Only Electric-Powered Propulsion, Rudder and Paddle Combined, Heated Swimming Pool / Professional Theater / Themed Bar, All-Inclusive Core Attractions
Elderly silver hairFamily with ChildrenBusiness reception
Starting from ¥2,850 per person
2022 Maiden Voyage · 15,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
Glory-class Family Benchmark: Large area children's playground, regular little sailor classes, high proportion of family rooms
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairGourmet Experiences
Starting from ¥2,886 per person
2019 Maiden Voyage · 15,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
Entry-level of the century: Electric propulsion is quiet and smooth, the overall setup is balanced without shortcomings, and it has a relatively high value for money in the glory-level category.
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairBusiness reception
Starting from ¥2,886 per person
2023 Maiden Voyage · 15,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
Art Benchmark: Unique riverside study, Yangtze River Cultural Mini Museum, 'Qing Lv Zhou Chu' specialty dining area, suitable for photo check-ins
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairGourmet Experiences
Starting from ¥2,807 per person
2025 Maiden Voyage · 17,000 Tons · Carries 590 Passengers
2025 New Ship: Yangtze River's First Solar PV and Hybrid Oil-Electric, Courtyard on the River in Western Sichuan, Dyson Hair Dryer with Advanced Hair Care, Equipped with Electric Escalator
Family with ChildrenForeign guest entryElderly silver hair
Starting from ¥2,732 per personBest Value · ¥1,500–2,500 pp15 Ships
2020 Maiden Voyage / 2024 Refurbishment · 17,000 tons · Capacity 690 passengers
17,000-ton electric propulsion large ship: Yangtze River's first DC network electric propulsion, Nordic light luxury style, panoramic restaurant, infinity pool
Foreign guest entryElderly silver hairBusiness reception
Starting from ¥2,440 per person
2012 Maiden Voyage / 2025 Major Overhaul · 7,800 tons · 234 Passengers
2025 Renewal: 7,800-ton small to mid-sized ship, low-density with 349 passengers, all-inclusive pricing for core attractions, restaurants with open kitchens preparing food on-site
Elderly silver hairAffordableFamily with Children
Starting from ¥2,340 per person
2026 Maiden Voyage · 18,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
18,000 tons, one of the largest tonnages on the Yangtze River, extremely stable and strong against waves; tickets include Fengdu Ghost City, Small Three Gorges, Mini Three Gorges, Three Gorges Dam
Family with ChildrenTeam BuildingElderly silver hair
Starting from ¥1,965 per person
2008 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refurbishment · 7,170 tons · 264 passengers
Genesis Gems 2021 Renovation: Floating floors, silent covers for shock absorption and noise reduction, direct drinking water system, basic balcony rooms about 25㎡ spacious, designed for family connecting rooms
AffordableElderly silver hairCouple honeymoon
Starting from ¥1,699 per person
2021 Maiden Voyage · 12,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
The latest flagship of Interstellar: 12,000 tons, high proportion of full-balcony rooms, significantly lower price at the same configuration compared to Century and Victoria flagships
AffordableElderly silver hairTeam Building
Starting from ¥1,790 per person
2009 Maiden Voyage / 2018 Refit · 10,000 tons · Capacity 378 passengers
The ten-thousand-ton ship houses a traditional Chinese medicine clinic and wellness consultation experiences; Ample family room types; Mature international services
Foreign guest entryElderly silver hairAffordable
Starting from ¥1,889 per person
2012 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refurbishment · 17,000 tons · 570 passengers
17,000-ton super large public area, indoor commercial pedestrian street, helipad/mini golf/outdoor pool, top choice for large group team building
Team BuildingAffordableElderly silver hair
Starting from ¥1,012 per person
2013 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refit · 17,000 tons · Capacity 560 passengers
Sister ship with the same configuration as No. 7, focusing on Chongqing ↔ Yichang 4-5 day classic Three Gorges cruises, strong reception capability for large groups/incentive travel
Team BuildingFamily with ChildrenElderly silver hair
Starting from ¥1,940 per person
2011 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refit · 12,000 tons · 406 passengers
12,000-ton balanced tonnage, high ratio of balcony rooms, frequent itineraries with strong options, ticket prices lower than on 7/8
AffordableElderly silver hairTeam Building
Starting from ¥2,899 per person
2005 Maiden Voyage / 2022 Refurbishment · 8,359 tons · 306 passengers
Original Century Emperor 2022 Upgrade: 5-story atrium lobby with revolving design, dual sightseeing elevators; three-person rooms renovated without extra beds; all guest rooms have private balconies
Family with ChildrenElderly silver hairAffordable
From ¥1,599 per person
2006 Maiden Voyage / 2018 Refurbishment · 6,200 tons · 266 passengers
6,200-ton small boutique ship, only accommodates 266 passengers, providing ample space per person; vertical bed design in cabins allows passengers to lie down and enjoy the river view
Foreign guest entryElderly silver hairAffordable
From ¥1,640 per person
2021 Maiden Voyage / 2023 Refit · 12,000 tons · Capacity 650 passengers
Athena Sister Ship, completely identical hardware, stable schedule and sufficient rooms, commonly used by groups
AffordableElderly silver hairTeam Building
From ¥1,905 per person
2014 First Voyage / 2024 Recommission · 9,600 tons · 400 passengers
2024 Rebuild: 9,600 tons of balanced volume, mainly balcony rooms, with family connecting rooms, and the lowest entry threshold in China.
AffordableFamily with ChildrenCouple honeymoon
From ¥1,824 per person
2003 First Voyage / 2024 Refit · 4,255 tons · 186 passengers
The Star of the Original Century 2024 Renewal: Only carries 186 passengers, the quietest on board, price-friendly
AffordableElderly silver hairCouple honeymoon
From ¥1,539 per person
2004 First Voyage / 2017 Rebuilt · 5,780 tons · Capacity 256 passengers
5,780-ton small boat, navigating the canyon for a closer scenic view; foreign stationed representatives on duty throughout, long-standing reputation stable
Foreign guest entryElderly silver hairAffordable
From ¥1,644 per personAffordable · Under ¥1,500 pp8 Ships
2005 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refit · 8,359 tons · 306 passengers
Ultimate Low-Price Entry Package: Includes basic meals, accommodation, and sightseeing, suitable for large-scale budget groups/senior groups
AffordableTeam BuildingElderly silver hair
From ¥1,549 per person
2008 Maiden Voyage / 2024 Refurbishment · 7,140 tons · 270 Passengers
Original Century Diamond (Built in 2008 / Refurbished in 2021): Five-story atrium with sightseeing elevator, low density for medium and small groups
AffordableTeam BuildingElderly silver hair
From ¥1,574 per person
2012 Maiden Voyage / 2020 Refurbishment · 17,000 tons · 570 passengers
Golden classic main ship, spacious public areas, strong off-season promotions
Team BuildingAffordableElderly silver hair
From ¥1,452 per person
2013 First Voyage / 2021 Refit · 11,250 tons · Capacity 570 passengers
11,250 tons medium and small ship type, flexible, equipped with indoor and outdoor pools, moderately priced, more affordable than theme ships
Family with ChildrenTeam BuildingAffordable
From ¥1,502 per person
2012 Maiden Voyage / 2020 Refurbishment · 17,000 tons · 570 passengers
Golden classic main ship, complete Walking Street and cinema amenities, high cost-performance ratio
Team BuildingAffordableElderly silver hair
From ¥1,417 per person
2021 Maiden Voyage · 15,000 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
Huaxia Flagship: 500㎡ large game center, 200㎡ children's playground (ball pit/slide/LEGO/VR), outdoor viewing platform over 2000㎡
Family with ChildrenTeam BuildingElderly silver hair
From ¥1,274 per person
2012 Maiden Voyage / 2021 Refurbishment · 17,000 tons · 570 passengers
17,000-ton large ship, pedestrian street, cinema, double restaurants, ample inventory, frequently used by large tour groups
Team BuildingAffordableElderly silver hair
From ¥1,412 per person
First voyage in 1997 / Refilled in 2023 · 4,800 tons · Passenger capacity: 190
Wanzhou ↔ Yichang 3 days 2 nights short trip, not taking up long holidays; Guest area and entertainment area separated, rest area quiet, very low price threshold
AffordableElderly silver hairShort trip 3 days.
Starting from ¥1,049 per personDay Cruise · A Few Hundred ¥ pp1 Ship
Fengjie—Maoping one-day sightseeing, no overnight stay, 1-day visit to the core of Sanxia.
2024 Maiden Voyage · 5,739 Tons · Carries 650 Passengers
One-day overview: Fengjie↔Yichang about 7 hours, passing Qutang Gorge/Wu Gorge/Xiling Gorge continuously during the day, 360° glass curtain wall unobstructed viewing
AffordablePhotography and FilmingElderly silver hair
Starting from ¥639 per personThree Gorges cruise booking FAQ
What costs are generally included in the per person budget for Three Gorges cruise tickets?
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.
Which Three Gorges cruise fits a ¥3,000 budget?
Over ¥8,000 per person can book the Yangtze Explorer; ¥4,000–8,000 can book the new 2025–2026 flagship ships such as Vista Harmony, Vista Aurora; ¥3,000–4,000 can book new ships and electric-powered ships like Yangtze No. 1, Century Dream, Century Voyage, Yangtze Miracle, Yangtze Melody; ¥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 Victoria Sabrina, Huaxia Goddess No. 5, Yangtze Yunfan, and the Yangtze Gold, President, and Interstellar series.
When is the cheapest time to book a Three Gorges cruise?
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 range, off-peak promotions are the most flexible, so it is recommended to inquire about promotional tour dates first.
Do single travelers need to pay a single room supplement for the Three Gorges cruise?
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.
How do I book Three Gorges cruise tickets?
You can contact the ticketing center by phone at 86-23-63629700 or by email at info@sanxia-china.com, informing them of the travel month, number of people, and room type budget to receive the current group schedule quotation and written confirmation; you can also click on the online customer service on the page for real-time consultation.
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