Interstellar Series · Yangtze River Cruise

Interstellar Apollo

Interstellar Athena sister ship, offers triple rooms, high cost-performance ratio

New ship in 2021five-star servicehigh cost-performance ratio

Five-starStar Trek series210 CabinsChongqing ↔ Yichang

2021First Sailing Time

12000Gross Tonnage

210Total Cabins

650Max Capacity

6Passenger Deck

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Overview

Interstellar Apollo is one of the Interstellar series (five ships including Interstellar Crystal) under Chongqing Yuhong Shipping. Launched in April 2021, she is a sixth-generation Yangtze cruise: 120 m long, 19 m wide, 23 m high over six decks, with 210 cabins and a capacity of 650. The atrium has two vertical lifts, and facilities include a buffet restaurant, a VIP restaurant, a sky observation bar, a cinema, KTV, a gym, shops, a reading bar and a games room.

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About the Fleet

Fleet

Interstellar Cruise · Chongqing Yuhong Shipping Co., Ltd.

Founded in 2002 in Yunyang, Chongqing, it is a privately-owned water transport company. Its four high-end five-star cruise ships, Star Apollo, Athena, Crystal, and Navigator, are known for their cultural and artistic theme of 'mobile art galleries'.

Key Specs

Ship Facts

Why choose Stellar Apollo

Interstellar Athena Sister ShipThree-person room availableHigh cost-performance value

Gross Tonnage	12,000 tons	Registered Tonnage	12,000 tons
Length / Beam	120 meters / 19 meters	Passenger Deck	6th floor
Total Cabins	210 cabins	Max Capacity	650 guests
Standard Capacity	440 guests	Power System	Conventional diesel
Inaugural Year	2021-04	Refit / Upgrade	Reinstall in December 2023
Series	Star Trek series	Ship Class	Five-star
Overall Rating	A · Rating 84	Main routes	Chongqing ↔ Yichang
Basic room type	Deluxe Standard Double Room 26㎡ (including 3㎡ balcony), 0.9m×2 beds, no heated pool

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Standard Itinerary

Itinerary

Xiashui · Chongqing → Yichang / Shangshui · Yichang → Chongqing / Shangshui · Yichang → Chongqing

Reference boarding time 17:00

D1Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Self-catering
· 17:00Boarding at Chongqing Chaotianmen Pier
· 20:00Held a boat tour briefing
· 21:00Cruise Departure
· Important Reminder:
· Due to water levels, weather, and navigational control reasons, the cruise may be changed to board at Fengdu or Fuling. In such cases, the cruise company will arrange transportation uniformly, so please actively cooperate with the transfer arrangements.

D2[Fengdu Ghost City]、[Shibaozhai]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:30-11:00Arrive at Fengdu and go ashore for sightseeing[Fengdu Ghost City]
· 12:00-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· 16:00-17:30Shore sightseeing[Shibaozhai]
· 17:40-18:40Self-Service Dinner
· 20:30-21:30Captain's Welcome Reception, Cruise Continuation

D3[Baidi City]、【Kuimen】、【Small Three Gorges】、【Mini Three Gorges】、【Wu Gorge (by boat)】▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-11:00Arrive at Fengjie, free time on the boat or optional excursion[Baidi City](Self-paid item)
· 11:00-11:30Cruise departs, passing through Qutang Gorge, watching the mighty and majestic Three Gorges from the ship【Kuimen】
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· 14:00-18:00Arrive in Wushan, free activities on the boat or optional tours【Small Three Gorges】(Self-paid item), optional Little Three Gorges complimentary tour【Mini Three Gorges】
· 18:00-18:30Cruise Route【Wu Gorge (by boat)】
· 18:30-19:30Self-Service Dinner
· Note: The mini Three Gorges attractions are complimentary. No refunds will be issued if weather prevents sightseeing.

D4[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Viewing Platform]、【Ship Lift】、【Two Dams and One Gorge】▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:30-07:30After self-service breakfast, return room card to the front desk! Return to your room and wait for broadcast instructions to disembark!
· 07:30-11:30Visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]+[185 Viewing Platform]Optional ride【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)
· 12:00-12:30Take a bus to Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center for disbanding.
· About 14:30Guests visiting the ship lift arrive at Yichang Three Gorges Visitor Center around 14:30 (opposite Wanda Plaza), 30 minutes from Yichang East Railway Station, 50 minutes from the airport!
· Starting from August 18, 2026, during the lift maintenance period, the schedule will be adjusted to:
· 07:30-11:30Disembark at Yichang Maoping Pier, take a car to visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]+[185 Viewing Platform], optional sightseeing【Two Dams and One Gorge】(Self-paid item)
· 12:00-12:30Take a bus to Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center for disbanding.

Reference boarding time 12:00

D1[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Viewing Platform]、【Ship Lift】、【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】▾

Meals:Self-catering
· 12:00-12:30Gathering at Yichang East Station and taking a car
· 13:10-16:00Visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]+[185 Viewing Platform]
· 16:30-18:30Optional experience【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)
· Starting from August 18, 2026, during the lift maintenance period, self-funded project attractions will be adjusted to【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】(Self-paid item includes complimentary value dinner on board)
· Note: Five Layer Water Grand Canyon tour guide will adjust according to specific sightseeing time.
· 18:30-19:30Set sail to start the Three Gorges water journey
· 20:30-21:00Cruise Safety Briefing

D2【Small Three Gorges】、[Baidi City]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-11:30Passing through Wu Gorge (view from the ship), free activities on board or optional sightseeing【Small Three Gorges】(Self-paid item)
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· 14:30-15:30Passing through Qutang Gorge, shipboard view of Kuimen
· 15:30-17:30Freedom of time on board or optional tours[Baidi City](Self-paid item)
· 18:30-19:30Self-Service Dinner
· 20:30-21:30Captain's Welcome Meeting, Cruise Continuation

D3[Shibaozhai]、[Fengdu Ghost City]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-10:30Shore sightseeing[Shibaozhai]
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· 15:00-18:00Shore sightseeing[Fengdu Ghost City]
· 18:30-19:30Self-Service Dinner
· 20:00-21:00Watch a wonderful evening show in the cruise multi-purpose hall
· 22:00Cruise front desk for check-out procedures

D4Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:00-07:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00Disembark, trip ends!

Reference boarding time 20:00

D1Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Self-catering
· After arriving in Yichang, go to the designated hotel by yourself and check in (notify the specific hotel name one day in advance)

D2[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Viewing Platform]、【Ship Lift】、【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】, [Three Gorges…▾

Meals:Breakfast and lunch
· 07:00-07:30Guide picks up guests at the hotel in the morning, then drives to the Three Gorges Dam
· 08:30-11:30Visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]+[185 Viewing Platform]
· 12:00-13:00Enjoy lunch on land
· 13:30-16:00Optional experience【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)
· Starting from August 18, 2026, during the lift maintenance period, self-funded project attractions will be adjusted to【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】(Self-paid item includes complimentary value dinner on board)
· Note: Five Layer Water Grand Canyon tour guide will adjust according to specific sightseeing time.
· 16:30-18:30Take a bus to tour[Three Gorges Home - Longjin Creek]
· 18:30-19:30Set sail to start the Three Gorges water journey
· 20:30-21:00Cruise Safety Briefing

D3【Small Three Gorges】、[Baidi City]▾

D4[Shibaozhai]、[Fengdu Ghost City]▾

D5Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:00-07:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00Disembark, trip ends!

The above daily itinerary is taken from the 'Ship Details' standard itinerary (3 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.

Deck Plan & Facilities

Decks & Facilities

1F Deck

Crew area, kitchen

2F Deck

Lobby, reception, business center, shopping mall, deluxe standard double room

3F Deck

Main restaurant (300 seats), deluxe standard double room

4F deck

VIP Restaurant, Executive Lounge, Deluxe Standard Double Room

5F Deck

Buffet restaurant (200 seats), sky observation bar, gym, spa, children's playground, book bar, deluxe standard double room, observation suite, business suite

6F Deck

Sunlight Deck, KTV, Chess & Card Room, Multi-Function Performance Hall, Cinema, Top Observation Deck

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

Shopping street

Skylight stargazing room

Scenic Bar Deck

Computer Room

Multi-functional hall Hall

Main restaurant

Cruise Supermarket

Theater Theater

Bar Bar

Gym

Deck

Riverside Restaurant

Buffet counter

Atrium Lobby

Bar

KTV

Book Bar Reading Area

Gym

Multi-functional hall

GymChildren's PlaygroundKTVMulti-functional hallNon-heated swimming pool

Facility photos are real shots from two stations for reference

Onboard Photos

Onboard

Ship exterior

Atrium Lobby

Food & Beverage Menu

Twin Bed Room

Deck

Multi-functional hall

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

Cabin Types

Staterooms

Room Information

Room Types	Quantity	Area	Room structure	Distribution of Floors	Bed Type	Check-in
Balcony Standard Room · Family Room	208 rooms	26 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	2/3/4/5 floor	0.9m2 pieces or 1.8m1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Among them, the balcony area is 3㎡, with a shower, TV, telephone, slippers, hairdryer, 2 bottles of mineral water per day per room, and life jackets.
Scenic Suite	2 rooms	45 square meters	One Bedroom with Bathroom and Balcony	5 floors	1.8m*1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Among them, the balcony area is 2.5㎡, TV, telephone, slippers, hair dryer, two bottles of mineral water per day per room, life jacket

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 Room · Family Room26㎡

208 rooms2/3/4/5 floor0.9m*2 pieces or 1.8m*1 piece2 people

Balcony Standard Room · Family Room

Scenic Suite45㎡

2 rooms5 floors1.8m*1 piece2 people

Scenic 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 Room23㎡

23㎡2~5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom + balcony 3㎡Two 0.9-meter single beds1 person

Luxury Standard Double Room

Family Triple Room23㎡

23㎡2~5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom + balcony 3㎡Two 0.9-meter single beds and one 1.5-meter extra bed3 people

Family Triple Room

Executive Suite32.5㎡

32.5㎡5 floors1 bedroom 1 bathroom + balcony 2.5㎡One 1.8-Meter King Bed2 people

Executive Suite

Upgrade Privileges: Book this room type to enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 1. Exclusive VIP restaurant dining throughout your stay 2. A delicate fruit platter 3. One afternoon tea 4. Goodnight milk 5. Boarding red wine 6. Complimentary laundry service for the entire stay (up to 10 items) Note: Privileges are only available for guests occupying a regular bed. Extra beds and non-bed guests are not eligible; the above privileges are for reference only, and actual arrangements are subject to the cruise's final plan!

3-person balcony family room [2nd floor] 26㎡

 26㎡ Decks 2/3/4/5 One bedroom, one bathroom, one balcony 0.9m*2 beds, 1.5m extra bed*1 3-3 people

3-person balcony family room [2nd floor]

2nd floor deluxe balcony standard room 26㎡

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

2nd floor deluxe balcony standard room

5th floor Presidential Suite 45㎡

 45㎡ Deck 5 One bedroom, one bathroom, one balcony 1.8m*1 bed 2-2 people

5th floor Presidential Suite

Dining

Main restaurant	3F, Chinese-style full course, 300 seats
VIP Restaurant	4F, high-end custom, 50 seats
Buffet restaurant	5F, Chinese and Western buffet, 200 seats
Skyview Bar	5F, beverages

Highlights

Interstellar General HighlightsModern minimalist interior, supports triple room, budget-friendly, suitable for family

Features of this shipFirst flight in 2021, spacious for a family of three

This ship's positionInterstellar Apollo launched in April 2021 as a sixth-generation Yangtze cruise: 120 m long, 19 m wide, 23 m high over six decks, 12,000 tons displacement, 210 cabins and a maximum capacity of 650, with two vertical lifts in the atrium.

Platform Hot Sale TagsNew ship in 2021, five-star service, high cost-performance ratio

Upgrade Benefits and TagsOfficial guarantee, first flight in 2021, extremely high cost-performance, includes a 1-day tour in Chongqing, five-star reputation

Room upgrade privilegesBooking this room type allows you to enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 1. Exclusive VIP restaurant dining throughout the journey 2. A premium fruit platter 3. An afternoon tea 4. Goodnight milk 5. Boarding red wine 6. Free laundry service throughout the journey (limited to 10 items) Note: Privileges are only available for guests occupying a standard bed; extra beds and non-bed guests are not eligible. The above privilege package is for reference only, and the actual arrangements are subject to the cruise.

Onboard entertainment and facilitiesShopping street, skylight stargazing room, observation bar deck, computer room, multifunctional hall, main dining room, cruise supermarket, theater, bar, gym, KTV, VIP dining room

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

Travel Tips

Notes

Conventional diesel, no heated swimming pool
Athena Sister Ship
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.