Meiwei (Victoria) Series · YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE

MV Keyue

MV Flagship, American-style bilingual international service, with open-air swimming pool

Super five-starMeiwei (Victoria) Series278 Guest RoomsChongqing ↔ Yichang

2020YearFirst Sailing Time

17000TonMarket Tonnage

278BetweenTotal Number of Rooms

690PersonMaximum passenger capacity

7FloorPassenger Deck

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Cruise Introduction

Overview

It is built to high standards to achieve energy efficiency, environmental protection, and the smoothest driving experience. In addition to retaining and expanding the original functional designs of Meivikai Zhen, the design of Meivikai Yue’s passenger deck and cabins is intended to provide comfort to passengers and offer a completely different Yangtze River cruise experience.

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Fleet Introduction

Fleet

Victoria Cruises · Chongqing Dongjiang Industrial Co., Ltd. (Victoria Cruises)

Originated in the United States, entered the Yangtze River in 1994, the only five-star luxury cruise fleet on the Yangtze with foreign on-board representatives and American-style management; all room types have independent observation balconies, with years of accident-free navigation.

Core Data

Ship Facts

Why choose Meiwei Kai Yue

MV FlagshipAmerican-style bilingual foreign-related servicesWith Outdoor Swimming Pool

Market Tonnage	17,000 tons	Register tonnage.	17,000 tons
Captain / Width	149.99 m / 22 m	Passenger Deck	7th floor
Total Number of Rooms	278 rooms	Maximum passenger capacity	690 people
Standard Passenger Capacity	600 people	Powertrain	Hybrid Electric Vehicle
First Sailing Year	2020	Reinstall / Upgrade	2024 Regional Renovation
Series	Meiwei (Victoria) Series	Star rating standard	Super five-star
Overall Rating	A · Rating 88	Main routes	Chongqing ↔ Yichang
Basic room type	Premium balcony standard double room 25㎡ Balcony 4㎡, Bed 0.9m×2, Outdoor pool not heated

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Standard Itinerary

Itinerary

Xiashui · Chongqing → Yichang / Shangshui · Yichang → Chongqing

Reference boarding time 16:30

D1Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Self-catering
· 16:30-19:00Go to Chongqing terminal by yourself to board (specific terminal to be notified)
· 21:15Cruise Safety Briefing

D2[Shuanggui Mountain]、[Fengdu Ghost City]、[Smoke of the Three Kingdoms]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee, and exquisite snacks
· 07:30-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-12:00Shore sightseeing[Shuanggui Mountain], optional sightseeing[Fengdu Ghost City](Self-paid item)
· 12:00-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· 17:15-18:00Captain's Welcome Reception
· 18:00-20:00Self-Service Dinner
· 19:00-21:30Optional sign-up to watch[Smoke of the Three Kingdoms]Live Performance (Optional extra)

D3[Baidi City]、[Top of the Three Gorges]、[Goddess Stream]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee, and exquisite snacks
· 07:30-08:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 07:30-10:15Freedom of time on board or optional tours[Baidi City](Self-paid item) or optional tour[Top of the Three Gorges](Self-paid item)
· About 10:45Passing through Qutang Gorge
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· John 14:15Passing through Wu Gorge
· 15:15-18:15Transfer to a sightseeing boat for your tour[Goddess Stream]
· 19:00-20:30Captain's Farewell Dinner
· 21:00-21:45Evening cultural performance

D4[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Platform]、【Ship Lift】▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:30-08:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-10:45Disembark at Yichang Zigui Pier, take a car to visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Platform]
· About 12:30Around arrival by car at Yichang Three Gorges Visitor Center, group disperses, end of trip!
· If you voluntarily sign up for the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift project, the itinerary is as follows:
· About 07:30Around disembark at Maoping Port, Yichang, transfer to sightseeing boat experience【Ship Lift】(Self-funded project)
· (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)
· About 10:00Around transfer to tourist coach to visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Platform]
· Around 13:30Around arrival by car at Yichang Three Gorges Visitor Center, group disperses, end of trip!

Reference boarding time 18:00

D1Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Self-catering
· 16:30-21:00A. Go to Yichang Zigui Port for boarding on your own
· 17:30-20:00B. Free 'Cruise Shuttle Bus' from Three Gorges Tourist Center or Yichang East Station to the pier for boarding
· Note: Yichang East Station transfer time is 17:30-20:00, Three Gorges Tourist Center transfer time is 17:30-19:30
· 21:00-21:30Cruise Safety Briefing

D2[Three Gorges Home - Longjin Creek]、[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Platform]、【Ship Lift】▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee, and exquisite snacks
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 07:30-12:00Free activities on board, optional sightseeing[Three Gorges Home - Longjin Creek](Self-paid item)
· 12:30-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· 14:00-17:00Shore sightseeing Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Platform], optional sightseeing【Ship Lift】(Self-paid item)
· (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)
· 17:00-18:00Cultural activities
· 18:15-19:00Captain's Welcome Reception
· 21:00-22:00Watch Victoria Fashion Show

D3[Shennong Stream]、[Baidi City]、[Top of the Three Gorges]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee, and exquisite snacks
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:30-11:00Transfer to a sightseeing boat for your tour[Shennong Stream]
· 11:30-12:30Self-Service Lunch
· 12:45-13:45Passing through Wu Gorge
· 14:45-15:15Passing through Qutang Gorge
· 15:30-18:30Free activities on board, optional sightseeing[Baidi City](Self-paid item) or optional tour[Top of the Three Gorges](Self-paid item)
· 19:00-20:30Self-Service Dinner
· 21:00-22:00Watch a wonderful evening show in the cruise multi-purpose hall, Victoria crew performing arts show

D4[Xueyu Cave]、[Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning tea, morning coffee, and exquisite snacks
· 07:00-08:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 09:30-11:00Shore sightseeing[Xueyu Cave]
· 12:30-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· If you choose to pay for the Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon and dine on the shore, the itinerary is arranged as follows:
· 11:00-18:00Optional sightseeing[Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon](Self-paid item)
· 19:00-20:30Captain's Farewell Dinner
· 18:30-23:00Settle disembarkation procedures at the cruise front desk

D5Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 07:00-08:15Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:30-09:00Disembark from Chongqing Pier, ending the journey

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, electric propulsion room

2F Deck

Lobby, reception, business center, mall, premium balcony room

3F Deck

Main restaurant (Imperial Restaurant, 250 seats), high-level balcony room

4F deck

VIP Restaurant, Executive Lounge, Premium Balcony Room

5F Deck

Buffet restaurant, café, gym, spa, children's playground, premium balcony room, executive room

6F Deck

Open-air Outdoor Pool (Non-Heated), Sun Deck, KTV, Chess and Card Room, Performance Hall, Executive Suite, Presidential Suite

Deck 7

Top floor sun deck, observation platform

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

Hyatt Lobby

Book bar

Cinema

Children's Playground

Cockpit

Top floor deck

Merchandise area

Yangtze Bar

Royal Restaurant.

Gym

Main restaurant

Small Restaurant

The lobby

Bar

Gym

Deck

Children's Area

Lounge

Cinema

Open-air Outdoor Pool (Non-Heated)GymChildren's PlaygroundChinese and Western RestaurantPerformance hall

Facility photos are real shots from two stations for reference

Real scenes from the ship

Onboard

Cruise ship appearance

The lobby

Main restaurant

Premium king room

Deck

Shopping district

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	247 rooms	25.5 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	2/3/4/5 floor	0.9m*2 pieces	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ The balcony area is 3㎡, and the room is equipped with a refrigerator (preservation function), safe, TV, telephone, shower, slippers, hairdryer, 2 bottles of mineral water per day per room, and a life jacket. From July 15, 2023, Maiwei Cruises will no longer proactively provide nine disposable items including toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, sewing kit, razor, nail file, body sponge, shoe polish, and sanitary bags. If needed, they can be obtained at the front desk.
Executive Suite	22 rooms	35 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	6th floor	1.2m*2 pieces	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ The balcony area is 3㎡, with a refrigerator (preservation function), safe, TV, telephone, bathtub (shower available), slippers, hairdryer, 2 bottles of mineral water per day per room, and life jackets. Starting from July 15, 2023, Meinwei Cruises will no longer proactively provide nine types of disposable items including toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, sewing kit, razor, nail file, bath sponge, shoe polish, and sanitary bags. If needed, they can be obtained from the front desk.
Shangri-La Suite	2 rooms	53 square meters	One Bedroom and Living Room with Bathroom and Balcony	3 floors	2.0m*1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ The balcony area is 8㎡, with a refrigerator (preservation function), safe, TV, telephone, bathtub (shower available), slippers, hairdryer, 2 bottles of mineral water per day per room, and life jackets. Starting from July 15, 2023, Meinwei Cruises will no longer proactively provide nine types of disposable items including toothpaste, toothbrush, comb, sewing kit, razor, nail file, bath sponge, shoe polish, and sanitary bags. If needed, they can be obtained from the front desk.

* The total number of each room type is 271, which has a discrepancy of -7 rooms compared to the total of 278 rooms; the actual number is subject to the ship's operation.

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 Room25.5㎡

247 rooms2/3/4/5 floor0.9m*2 pieces2 people

(This room type picture to be added)

Executive Suite35㎡

22 rooms6th floor1.2m*2 pieces2 people

(This room type picture to be added)

Shangri-La Suite53㎡

2 rooms3 floors2.0m*1 piece2 people

(This room type picture to be added)

Room Type Real Scene Photo Collection · Additional real-life photos from two stations

The following room type photos are from 'Panda Home' and 'Four Seasons Cruises' real shots; area/floor/bed type/occupancy is based on the ship's current announcement.

Premium balcony room22.5㎡

22.5㎡2~5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom + balcony 3㎡Two 0.9-meter single beds1 person

Premium balcony room

Upgrade Privilege: Book this room type to enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 1. Complimentary luggage handling at Chongqing Pier (limited to 1 piece per person)

Executive Suite32㎡

32㎡6th floor1 bedroom 1 bathroom + balcony 3㎡Two 1.0-meter single beds2 people

Executive Suite

Upgrade Privileges: By booking this room type, you can enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 01. VIP dining throughout the cruise (excluding embarkation dinner) 02. One welcome fruit plate 03. Free Wi-Fi in the Executive Lounge, Yangtze Club, and lobby 04. Turndown service and daily printed itinerary 05. Complimentary morning coffee and morning tea 06. Coffee, tea, and soft drinks provided in the Executive Lounge 07. Lunch and dinner include cola 08. One-hour pre-dinner happy hour in the Executive Lounge with selected wines and beer 09. Dinner includes selected wines and beer 10. Complimentary luggage handling at Chongqing Pier (1 piece per person) 11. Complimentary embarkation dinner 12. Full tour of 5 scenic spots (only for mainland Chinese guests, specific arrangements subject to onboard schedule) Note: The above privileges are for reference only; actual arrangements are subject to the cruise's schedule.

Shangri-La Suite45㎡

45㎡3 floors1 bedroom, 1 living room, 1 bathroom + 8㎡ balconyA 2-meter large bed2 people

Shangri-La Suite

2nd floor balcony standard double room 25.5㎡

 25.5㎡ Decks 2/3/4/5 One bedroom, one bathroom, one balcony 0.9m*2 beds 2-4 people

2nd floor balcony standard double room

6th floor Executive Suite 30.98㎡

 30.98㎡ Deck 6 One bedroom, one bathroom, one balcony 1.2m*2 beds 2-4 people

6th floor Executive Suite

3rd floor Shangri-La Suite 54.6㎡

 54.6㎡ Deck 3 One bedroom, one living room, one bathroom, one balcony 1.8m*1 bed 2-4 people

3rd floor Shangri-La Suite

Food & Beverage Introduction

Dining

Royal Restaurant.	3F, Chinese-style full course, 250 seats
VIP Restaurant	4F, high-end custom, 60 seats
Buffet restaurant	5F, Chinese and Western buffet, 200 seats
Coffee shop	5F, drinks and afternoon tea

Core Highlights

Highlights

MV General HighlightsAmerican-style management, bilingual service, meals are light and suitable for elderly foreign guests

Features of this shipMV Fleet Flagship, hybrid diesel-electric, outdoor open-air swimming pool (non-heated), spacious public area

This ship's positionThe longest and largest cruise ship on the Yangtze River, MV Hyatt Victoria Sabrina. The MV Hyatt Victoria Sabrina cruise ship has been recognized by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology of China as an energy-saving, environmentally friendly high-tech demonstration vessel. It was designed and built by China Shipbuilding Industry Corporation in collaboration with nine research and design companies. It is the first and also the first cruise ship on the Yangtze River to use a DC networked electric propulsion system. It is built to the highest standards to achieve energy saving, environmental protection, and the smoothest navigation…

Platform Hot Sale Tags2021 new ships, American-style management, zero-complaint cruises

Upgrade Benefits and TagsFirst flight in 2021, profit from business without intermediaries, zero negative reviews service, VIP treatment, official guarantee

Room upgrade privilegesBooking this room type comes with the following upgrade benefits: 1. Complimentary Chongqing port luggage handling (limited to 1 piece per person)

Onboard entertainment and facilitiesHyatt Lobby, Book Bar, Cinema, Children's Playground, Cockpit, Top Deck, Merchandise Area, Yangtze Bar, Royal Restaurant, Gym, Rooftop Bistro (VIP Restaurant), Executive Lounge

Highlights are compiled from public data from the 'Panda Home' and 'Four Seasons Cruises' stations. Ship facilities and benefits are subject to the actual boarding date

Traveling Warm Tips

Notes

The swimming pool is outdoor, unheated
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.

MV Keyue

Cruise Introduction

Fleet Introduction

Core Data

Standard Itinerary

Floor Distribution · Onboard Facilities

Real scenes from the ship

Room type introduction

Food & Beverage Introduction

Core Highlights

Traveling Warm Tips

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