Yangtze River Journey Series · YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE

Yangtze River Journey: Aurora

Lanyue sister ship, Nordic design, HarmonyOS Smart Guest Room, new ship coming August 2026

Super five-starYangtze River Journey Series259 Guest RoomsChongqing ↔ Yichang, complete two dams and three gorges

2026YearFirst Sailing Time

17000TonMarket Tonnage

259BetweenTotal Number of Rooms

650PersonMaximum passenger capacity

7FloorPassenger Deck

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Cruise Introduction

Overview

"Yangtze River Voyage · Aurora" cruise is the second high-end vacation cruise in the 'Yangtze River Voyage' series, meticulously crafted by Hubei Three Gorges Tourism Group, and is the sister ship of the "Yangtze River Voyage · Moon Embrace" cruise. The Yangtze River Voyage series is not just a cruise; it is a moving hall of scenic views. Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and a large sun deck provide unobstructed expansive views, bringing the majesty of Kuimen, the beauty of Wuxia, and the vastness of Xiling directly into both indoor and outdoor spaces. Whether you are in any public area or cabin, you can experience the poetic scene of "the ship moves through the painting, and people wander in the scenery." When the poetic rhyme of the Yangtze meets modern elegance, the 'Yangtze River Voyage cruise' becomes a new note along the Golden Waterway. The "Yangtze River Voyage · Aurora" cruise aims to provide tourists with a mobile, in-depth, intelligent, and immersive journey into the aesthetics of the Yangtze Three Gorges.

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Fleet Introduction

Fleet

Yangtze River Cruise · Chongqing Yangtze River Cruise Co., Ltd.

A new cruise brand featuring modern facilities and personalized services; ships like Moon Viewing and Aurora are equipped with panoramic restaurants, starry sky bars, outdoor pools, and top-deck helipads, supporting private customized sailings.

Core Data

Ship Facts

Why choose Yangtze Voyage: Aurora

Embracing the moon on sister boatsNordic designHarmonyOS smart roomNew ship in August 2026

Market Tonnage	17,000 tons	Register tonnage.	16,800 tons
Captain / Width	150 meters / 23 meters	Passenger Deck	7th floor
Total Number of Rooms	259 rooms	Maximum passenger capacity	650 people
Standard Passenger Capacity	620 people	Powertrain	Extended-range hybrid electric vehicle
First Sailing Year	2026-08-05	Reinstall / Upgrade	2026 New Ship
Series	Yangtze River Journey Series	Star rating standard	Super five-star
Overall Rating	A · Rating 91	Main routes	Chongqing ↔ Yichang, complete two dams and three gorges
Basic room type	Deluxe Standard Double Room 26㎡ with a 3㎡ balcony, 2 beds of 1.0m ×, no heated swimming pool; Interior cabin 22㎡ (no balcony)

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Standard Itinerary

Itinerary

Xiashui · Chongqing → Yichang / Shangshui · Yichang → Chongqing

Reference boarding time 18:00

D1Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Dinner
· 09:00-20:00Pick-up service at Chongqing Airport/High-Speed Rail Station
· Note: Arrival 09:00~16:00, transfer to Raffles; 16:00~20:00, transfer to Chaotianmen Wharf for boarding
· 16:00-20:00Boarding at Chongqing Pier
· 18:30-20:30Boarding buffet dinner.
· 20:30-21:00Cruise Safety Briefing
· 21:15-21:45Captain's Welcome Reception (if a stopover in Fuling, the reception will be arranged until the next afternoon)
· Tips:
· 1. Due to hydrological, weather, and channel reasons, the cruise may board at Fuling/Fengdu Pier. We appreciate your understanding and cooperate with the shipping company for transfer.
· 2. Pickup service must be booked 4 days in advance to enjoy it. If the booking is not completed within the specified time, it will be regarded as automatic forfeiture of this service, and no separate transfer will be arranged. For drop-off and check-in, booking can be made at the front desk.

D2[Baiheliang Underwater Museum]、[816 Nuclear Engineering Site]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee
· 06:45-07:15Morning exercise time
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:30-11:30Shore sightseeing A route[Baiheliang Underwater Museum]Or Line B[816 Nuclear Engineering Site](Choose 1 of 2)
· Important notice: If docking at Fengdu Port is affected by force majeure such as weather, hydrology, or navigation, the onshore tour will be adjusted to Fengdu Ghost City.
· 12:00-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· 14:00-17:00On-board literary and artistic activities
· 17:30-18:30Self-Service Dinner
· 18:30-22:00Docking at Zhong County, offering a viewing of 'Flames of the Three Kingdoms' (subject to weather, navigation, equipment malfunctions, and other factors, the presentation will follow the ship's schedule for the day)
· Important Notice: If the performance is canceled or suspended, it will be replaced with a small boat tour of Wushan Goddess Stream the next afternoon.
· 22:00-24:00Open-air Cinema
· 21:45-22:45Late-night snack

D3[Baidi City]、[Top of the Three Gorges]、[Qutang Gorge]、【Wu Gorge】、[Xiling Gorge West Section]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee
· 06:45-07:15Morning exercise time
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-11:30Shore sightseeing A route[Baidi City]Or Line B[Top of the Three Gorges](Choose 1 of 2)
· About 12:00Passing through[Qutang Gorge]
· 12:00-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· About 14:00Passing through【Wu Gorge】
· Around 16:00Passing through[Xiling Gorge West Section]
· 18:30-20:00Self-Service Dinner
· 20:30-21:30Evening cultural performance
· 21:30-23:30Open-air Cinema
· 21:45-22:45Late-night snack

D4[Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift]、[Xiling Gorge East Section]、[Gezhouba Ship Lock]、【Water Diversion Memorial Park】、…▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 07:00-0830 Self-service breakfast
· About 09:00Transfer to a sightseeing boat experience[Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift]、[Xiling Gorge East Section]、[Gezhouba Ship Lock]
· Important Notice: Due to reasons such as weather, hydrology, and navigation channels, the Three Gorges Ship Lift will be suspended during the navigation ban period and will be adjusted to Three Gorges Dam:【Water Diversion Memorial Park】Or【Hometown of Qu Yuan】(The final itinerary is subject to the actual arrangement of the cruise company)
· Around 13:30Arrive at Sanxia Visitor Center, transfer to Yichang Airport/Train Station for return journey
· Tips:
· 1. The above itinerary may be adjusted due to hydrological, weather, or channel conditions. The final itinerary is subject to the actual arrangements of the ferry operator.
· 2. Please pay attention to notices on the ship, and choose your preferred A-line or B-line attractions within the specified time. If not selected in time, A-line itinerary will be set by default.
· 3. On August 18, 2026 at 08:00, the ship lift will begin maintenance, with a duration of 42 days, during which participation in this project is not possible.

Reference boarding time 16:00

D1[Gezhouba Ship Lock]、[Xiling Gorge East Section]▾

Meals:Dinner
· 08:00-20:00Provides pick-up/stop pick-up services at Yichang Sanxia Airport/Yichang East Station and North Station
· 08:00-15:00Arrive, delivered to Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center
· Around 16:00Take a sightseeing cruise through[Gezhouba Ship Lock]、[Xiling Gorge East Section], after arriving at Sandouping Wharf, transfer by vehicle to Zigui Port to board the Yangtze River cruise
· 15:00-20:00Arrive, take a car to Zigui Port to board the Yangtze River cruise ship
· 18:00-19:30Self-Service Dinner
· 20:30-21:15Cruise Safety Briefing

D2【Ship Lift】、【Water Diversion Memorial Park】、【Hometown of Qu Yuan】、【Badong Yuxiangu】, [Goddess Stream…▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Morning tea / morning coffee
· 06:45-07:15Morning exercise
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-11:00Transfer to a sightseeing boat for a touring experience【Ship Lift】
· 11:00-12:30Shore sightseeing of the Three Gorges Dam:【Water Diversion Memorial Park】
· Important Notice: Due to weather, hydrology, navigation channel conditions, and the suspension of the Three Gorges Ship Lift, the operation has been adjusted to sightseeing.【Hometown of Qu Yuan】
· (On August 18, 2026, at 08:00, the ship lift will begin suspension for maintenance, with a construction period of 42 days, during which it will not be possible to participate in this project)
· 12:30-14:00Self-Service Lunch
· About 14:00Cruise ship sets sail
· About 14:30Passing through the western section of Xiling Gorge
· 16:30-17:00Captain's Welcome Reception
· 17:00-18:30Self-Service Dinner
· 18:30-21:30Shore night tour【Badong Yuxiangu】(Plan to arrange Rain Immortal Valley from April to October), and plan to visit from November to March of the following year[Goddess Stream](If adjusted, it will be arranged on the morning of the third day)
· 21:30-23:30Open-air Cinema
· 21:45-22:45Late-night snack

D3【Wu Gorge】、[Qutang Gorge]、[Baidi City]、[Top of the Three Gorges]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Morning tea / morning coffee
· 06:45-07:15Morning exercise
· 07:00-09:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 09:00-10:30On-board literary and artistic activities
· About 10:30Passing through【Wu Gorge】
· 12:00-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· Around 13:30Passing through[Qutang Gorge]
· 14:30-17:30Shore sightseeing A route[Baidi City]Or Line B[Top of the Three Gorges](Choose 1 of 2)
· 18:30-20:00Self-Service Dinner
· 20:30-21:30Crew cultural performance
· 21:30-23:30Open-air Cinema
· 21:45-22:45Late-night snack

D4[Baiheliang Underwater Museum Fuling Pickled Vegetable History Memory Museum]、[816 Project Site]、【…▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Morning tea / morning coffee
· 06:45-07:15Morning exercise
· 07:00-09:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 09:00-11:30On-board literary and artistic activities
· 12:00-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· 14:00-17:30Dock at Fuling Port Shore excursion (choose 1 of 2):
· Line A:[Baiheliang Underwater Museum Fuling Pickled Vegetable History Memory Museum]
· Line B:[816 Project Site]
· Important Notice: If docking at Fengdu Port is affected by weather, hydrology, waterways, or other force majeure circumstances, the onshore tour will be adjusted to[Fengdu Ghost City]
· 17:30-18:00Disembarkation Briefing
· 18:30-20:00Captain's Farewell Dinner
· 20:30-22:30Farewell Party
· 21:30-23:30Open-air Cinema
· 21:45-22:45Late-night snack

D5Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· About 08:30Disembark from Chongqing Chaotianmen Pier, transfer to Chongqing Airport/Train Station, return trip
· Important Reminder:
· Due to water levels, weather, and navigation control, the cruise may be adjusted to disembark at Fengdu or Fuling wharf. In such cases, the cruise company will arrange transportation to Chongqing's main city, and you are requested to actively cooperate with the transfer arrangements.

The above daily itinerary is taken from the 'Ship Details' standard itinerary (2 routes in total); actual dock stops, onshore attractions, and tour order are subject to the ship's daily release; some onshore tours are included as packages or optional self-paid projects.

Floor Distribution · Onboard Facilities

Decks & Facilities

1F Deck

Crew area, kitchen, hybrid electric power room

2F Deck

Lobby, Reception, Business Center, Shopping Mall, Interior Cabin, Deluxe Standard Double Room

3F Deck

Main restaurant (350 seats), interior cabin room, deluxe standard double room

4F deck

VIP Restaurant, Executive Lounge, Deluxe Standard Double Room, Family Room

5F Deck

Buffet restaurant (250 seats), bar, gym, spa, children's playground, book bar, luxury standard double room, executive suite

6F Deck

Sunlight Deck, KTV, Chess & Card Room, Multi-Function Performance Hall, Top Observation Deck, Executive Suites, Deluxe Suites, Presidential Suite

Floor distribution: Main functions and facilities on each floor (subject to the actual ship)

Outdoor sightseeing deck

Sunlight Deck

Executive Lounge

Casual book bar

Parent-Child Interaction Area

Silk Road Restaurant

Yujiang Restaurant

Yangtze River Travel Club

Yangtze River Bar

Immersive Performance Area

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Restaurant Dining Area

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Restaurant Free Drinks

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Bar

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Sunshine Deck Barbecue

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Hall

Yangtze Moon Viewing KTV

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Free Book Bar

Yangtze Moon Viewing Gym

Yangtze River Moon Viewing SPA Room

Indoor Heated Swimming PoolGymChildren's ParadiseVR Experience AreaBook barMultiple themed restaurantsPerformance hallCircular track6 elevators

Facility photos are real shots from two stations for reference

Real scenes from the ship

Onboard

This ship is a sister ship of 'Yangtze River Voyage · Moon Viewing'. There are currently no real photos of this ship in the album, so images of the Moon Viewing are used temporarily and will be replaced later.

Exterior appearance of the Yangtze River Moon viewing ship

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Restaurant Dining Area

Yangtze Moon Viewing Luxury Standard Double Room

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Scenic Deck

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Boat, Second Floor Atrium

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Theater Performance

Onboard Scene: Exterior · Lobby · Restaurant · Public Spaces · Deck, etc. (Multi-Space Photos)

Room type introduction

Staterooms

Room Information

Room Types	Quantity	Area	Room structure	Distribution of Floors	Bed Type	Check-in
Balcony Standard Double Room	140 rooms	28 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	2/3/4 floor	1.0m*2 pieces	2 people
Premium standard double room	70 rooms	28 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5/6 floors	1.0m*2 pieces	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Privileged Services:
Family Suite	8 rooms	38 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5 floors	1.8m*1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Privileged Services:
Family PRO Suite	2 rooms	45 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5 floors
Executive Suite	20 rooms	40 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5 floors
Themed suites	1 room	58 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5 floors	1.8m*1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Privileged Services:
Presidential Suite	4 rooms	98–100 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5/6 floors	1.8m*1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Privileged Services:

* The total number of rooms by type is 245, which differs by -14 rooms from the total of 259 rooms; the actual count during the ship's operation shall prevail.

Room type information is based on the vessel's detailed information; actual room types, size, and configurations are subject to the vessel's official announcements.

Room Type Actual Scene · Photos and text

Balcony Standard Double Room28㎡

140 rooms2/3/4 floor1.0m*2 pieces2 people

Yangtze Moon Viewing Luxury Standard Double Room

Premium standard double room28㎡

70 rooms5/6 floors1.0m*2 pieces2 people

(This room type picture to be added)

Family Suite38㎡

8 rooms5 floors1.8m*1 piece2 people

Yangtze Moon Viewing Family Suite

Family PRO Suite45㎡

2 rooms5 floors

Yangtze Moon Viewing Family Suite

Executive Suite40㎡

20 rooms5 floors

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Pirate King Theme Family Suite

Themed suites58㎡

1 room5 floors1.8m*1 piece2 people

Yangtze River Moon Viewing Pirate King Theme Family Suite

Presidential Suite98㎡

4 rooms5/6 floors1.8m*1 piece2 people

Yangtze Moon Viewing Cruise Upgraded Family Suite

Room Type Real Scene Photo Collection

The following room type photos are for reference; area/floor/bed type/occupancy is based on the ship's current announcement.

Luxury Standard Double Room28㎡

28㎡2~4 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom, balconyTwo 1.0-meter single beds1 person

Luxury Standard Double Room

Upgrade Benefits: By booking this room type, you can enjoy the following upgrade benefits: 01. Pick-up and drop-off service at the airport/station on the day of boarding and disembarkation (limited to designated stations and times in Chongqing/Yichang), luggage delivery to the ship service 02. Free WI-FI 03. Free self-service laundry and drying 04. Twice-daily housekeeping service 05. Childcare services (during summer vacation and major holidays) 06. Exclusive wireless guide headsets for shore excursions 07. Cruise self-service dinner upon boarding 08. Unlimited designated beverages during main meals 09. All-day snack enjoyment, late-night canteen 10. Free mini-bar drinks Note: The above benefits are for reference only, and the actual arrangements are subject to the cruise schedule!

Selected Deluxe Room28㎡

28㎡5~6 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom, balconyTwo 1.0-meter single beds2 people

Selected Deluxe Room

Upgrade Privileges: Book this room type to enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 01. Transfer service on the day of boarding and disembarkation (limited to designated stations and times in Chongqing/Yichang) and luggage delivery service to the ship 02. VIP restaurant dining throughout the cruise 03. Buffet dinner on the cruise 04. Unlimited designated beverages during main meals 05. Free Wi-Fi 06. Free self-service laundry and drying 07. Twice-daily housekeeping service 08. Childcare service (during summer vacation and major holidays) 09. Exclusive wireless audio guide for shore excursions 10. All-day snacks and late-night canteen 11. Complimentary mini-bar drinks Note: The above privileges are for reference only; actual arrangements are subject to the cruise's schedule!

Executive Suite40㎡

40㎡5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom, balconyTwo 1.0 meter single beds or one 1.8 meter double bed2 people

Executive Suite

Upgrade Benefits: Booking this room type entitles you to the following upgrade benefits: 01. Airport/train station transfer service on the day of embarkation/disembarkation (limited to designated stations and times in Chongqing/Yichang), luggage delivery to the room 02. VIP dining throughout the trip 03. Cruise buffet dinner on board 04. Welcome fruit plate 05. Free Wi-Fi 06. Free self-service laundry and drying 07. Twice daily housekeeping service 08. Childcare services (during summer holidays and major holidays) 09. Exclusive wireless tour guide headphones for shore excursions 10. Unlimited specified beverages with meals 11. All-day snacks and late-night dining 12. Priority check-in and check-out 13. Turndown service 14. Priority disembarkation at sightseeing stops 15. Ba Dong Yuxiangu (formerly Wuyuan Cave) cave boating (limited to upstream routes) 16. Welcome red wine 17. Executive lounge 18. Immersive wardrobe service 19. Yangtze River Club (including scenic seating and afternoon tea)

Family Suite38㎡

38㎡5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom, balconyA 1.8-meter double bed, A 1.0-meter single bed2 people

Family Suite

Family PRO Suite45㎡

45㎡5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom, balconyA 1.8-meter double bed, A 1.0-meter single bed2 people

Family PRO Suite

Food & Beverage Introduction

Dining

Main restaurant	3F, Chinese-style full course, 350 seats
VIP Restaurant	4F, high-end custom, 60 seats
Buffet restaurant	5F, Chinese and Western buffet, 250 seats
Bar	5F, alcoholic beverages

Core Highlights

Highlights

Yangtze River Trip Series General HighlightsThe entire ship features balcony rooms and extended-range hybrids, allowing for boat lifts for trips to the Two Dams and Three Gorges

Features of this shipOfficial maiden voyage on 2026-08-05 (external promotion on 8-07), Nordic-style interior, parent-child playground, immersive script game activities

17,000 tons, 150×23m

Capacity: 650 passengers

259 guest rooms

Deck 7

✅ Heated swimming pool, gym, kids' playground, circular running track

6 elevators

3 restaurants

This ship's positionThe "Yangtze Journey · Aurora" cruise is the second high-end vacation cruise in the "Yangtze Journey" series, meticulously created by Hubei Three Gorges Tourism Group, and is the sister ship of the "Yangtze Journey · Moon Embrace" cruise. The Yangtze Journey series of cruises is not just a cruise ship, but a moving scenic hall. Panoramic floor-to-ceiling windows and an extra-large sun deck provide unobstructed, expansive views, bringing the majesty of Kuimen, the beauty of Wu Gorge, and the broadness of Xiling directly into both indoor and outdoor spaces, allowing you to enjoy them from any public area or cabin...

Platform Hot Sale TagsFirst flight in July 2026, full coverage of the three gorges, no additional fees for foreign guests

Upgrade Benefits and TagsOfficial guarantee, no additional fees for foreign guests, full view of the three-stage canyon, free pick-up and drop-off service, complimentary boat lift ride

Room upgrade privilegesBooking this room type allows you to enjoy the following upgrade benefits: 01. Airport/station transfer service on the day of boarding/disembarking (limited to designated stations and times in Chongqing/Yichang) and luggage delivery to the ship 02. Free Wi-Fi 03. Free self-service laundry and drying 04. Twice-daily housekeeping service 05. Child care services (during summer vacation and major holidays) 06. Exclusive wireless audio guides for shore excursions 07. Self-service dinner on board the cruise 08. Unlimited selected beverages with main meals 09. Snacks available all day and late-night canteen 10. Free mini-bar drinks Note: The above benefits are for reference only; the actual arrangements are subject to the cruise's schedule!

Onboard entertainment and facilitiesOutdoor sightseeing deck, sun deck, executive lounge, cozy reading bar, family interaction area, Silk Road Restaurant, Imperial River Restaurant, Yangtze Travel Club, Yangtze Travel Bar, immersive performance area, Yangtze Travel Theater, Yuejiang Restaurant

Highlights are compiled from public industry sources. Ship facilities and benefits are subject to the actual boarding date

Traveling Warm Tips

Notes

Official maiden flight on 2026-08-05, some external promotional channels state 8-07
Please bring valid identification when boarding and gather at the designated pier according to the ticket schedule.
The Three Gorges have a subtropical monsoon climate, with high humidity on the river and large temperature differences between day and night, it is recommended to bring a light jacket.
The specific vessels in operation, the opening of facilities, and the order of tours are subject to the final confirmation by the ship operator.