Interstellar Series · Yangtze River Cruise

Interstellar Athena

New interstellar ship, offers triple rooms, friendly for small family groups, high cost-performance ratio

New ship in 2021five-star reviewshigh 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 Athena 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, a reading lounge, a games room and a dance space.

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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 Interstellar Athena

Interstellar New ShipThree-person room availableFamily Friendly Small GroupHigh 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	2021 New Ship
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
· 16:30-19:00Go to Chongqing terminal by yourself to board (specific terminal to be notified)
· 20:00-21:00Cruise Safety Briefing

D2[Fengdu Ghost City]、[Shibaozhai]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 08:00-12:00Shore sightseeing[Fengdu Ghost City]
· 12:30-13:30Self-Service Lunch
· 16:00-17:30Shore sightseeing[Shibaozhai]
· 18:00-19:00Captain's Welcome Dinner

D3[Baidi City]、【Small Three Gorges】▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 07:30-10:30Freedom of time on board or optional tours[Baidi City](Self-paid item)
· 11:00-11:30Passing through Qutang Gorge
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· 15:00-18:00Freedom of time on board or optional tours【Small Three Gorges】(Self-paid item)
· 18:00-18:30Passing through Wu Gorge
· 18:30-19:30Self-Service Dinner
· 20:30-21:30Guest interaction farewell gathering

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

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:00-07:00Self-Service Breakfast
· 07:20-07:30Shore sightseeing 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-paid project), sightseeing at your own expense during the lift maintenance period【Two Dams and One Gorge】(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)
· 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 12:00

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

Meals:Self-catering
· 11:30-12:00Meeting at Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center opposite Wanda Plaza
· 14:00-18:00Visit the Three Gorges Dam:[Tanzi Ridge]、[185 Platform]
· Can choose experience【Ship Lift】(Self-paid item), changed to optional self-paid tour during elevator maintenance【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】(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)
· 20:00Cruise Safety Briefing
· 21:00Cruise Departure

D2【Small Three Gorges】、[Baidi City]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 07:00-08:00Passing through Wu Gorge
· 08:00-12:00Freedom of time on board or optional tours【Small Three Gorges】(Self-paid item)
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· 14:30-15:00Passing through Qutang Gorge
· 15:00-18:00Freedom of time on board or optional tours[Baidi City](Self-paid item)
· 18:00-19:00Captain's Welcome Dinner

D3[Shibaozhai]、[Fengdu Ghost City]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-07:00Free 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
· 20:30-21:30Unforgettable Tonight Guest Interaction Farewell Social

D4Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 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[Three Gorges Home - Longjin Creek]、[Three Gorges Dam]、【Ship Lift】、【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 08:00-11:00Sightseeing[Three Gorges Home - Longjin Creek]
· 12:00-13:00Enjoy lunch
· 13:10-16:00Sightseeing[Three Gorges Dam]
· 17:00-18:00Optional ride【Ship Lift】(Self-paid item), changed to optional self-paid tour during elevator maintenance【Wudieshui Grand Canyon】(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)
· 18:00-20:00Boarding check-in.
· 20:30-21:00Held a boat safety travel briefing

D3【Wu Gorge】、【Small Three Gorges】、[Qutang Gorge]、[Baidi City]▾

Meals:Breakfast, lunch, dinner
· 06:30-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 06:30-07:30Self-Service Breakfast
· 07:00-08:00Passing through【Wu Gorge】
· 08:00-12:00Free activities on board, optional sightseeing【Small Three Gorges】(Self-paid item)
· 12:00-13:00Self-Service Lunch
· 14:30-15:00Passing through[Qutang Gorge], view Kuimen
· 15:00-18:00Free activities on board, optional sightseeing[Baidi City](Self-paid item)
· 18:00-19:00Captain's Welcome Dinner

D4[Shibaozhai]、[Fengdu Ghost City]▾

D5Cruise on board / Free time▾

Meals:Breakfast
· 06:00-06:30Free morning coffee and exquisite tea snacks
· 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)

Small Private Room

VIP Observation Deck Bar

Multi-functional hall Lobby

Cruise ship lobby

Buffet Restaurant Dining Ro

Cruise Supermarket Shop

Cruise ship front desk

Theater

Bar Bar

KTV KTV

GymChildren's PlaygroundKTVMulti-functional hallNon-heated swimming pool

Facility photos are real shots from two stations for reference

Onboard Photos

Onboard

Ship exterior

Interstellar Athena Observation Restaurant

Scenic Restaurant

Buffet counter

Multi-functional hall

Onboard Scene: Exterior · Restaurant · Public Spaces · Deck (Additional Photos from Industry Platforms)

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	0.9m*2 pieces	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ The balcony area is 3㎡, with a shower, TV, telephone, slippers, hairdryer, 2 bottles of mineral water per day per room, and life jackets. Note: The video is for reference only. The cruise ship is occasionally renovated, and the room parameters, style, and furnishings may change. The actual situation on the day of boarding shall prevail.
Scenic Suite	2 rooms	45 square meters	One Bedroom and Living Room with Balcony	5 floors	1.8m*1 piece	2 people
Facility Configuration ▾ Including a balcony area of 2.5㎡, safe, TV, telephone, shower, slippers, hair dryer, 2 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 pieces2 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

Scenic Suite45.5㎡

45.5㎡5 floors1 bedroom, 1 living room, 1 bathroom + 2.5㎡ balconyOne 1.8-Meter King Bed2 people

Scenic Suite

Upgrade Privileges: By booking this room type, you can enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 1. Exclusive VIP dining experience throughout the cruise 2. Exquisite fruit platter 3. One complimentary afternoon tea 4. Goodnight milk 5. One complimentary bottle of boarding red wine 6. Free laundry service throughout the cruise (limited to 10 pieces) Note: Privileges are only available for guests with regular occupancy; extra beds and non-occupying guests are not eligible. The above privileges are for reference only and are subject to the actual cruise arrangements!

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] Executive Scenic Suite 48㎡

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

[5th Floor] Executive Scenic 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, alcoholic beverages

Highlights

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

Features of this shipFirst flight in 2021, equipped with a family triple room

This ship's positionInterstellar Athena launched in April 2021 as a sixth-generation Yangtze cruise: 120 m long, 19 m wide, 23 m high over six decks, 9,626 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 reviews, high cost-performance ratio

Upgrade Benefits and TagsOfficial guarantee, first flight in 2021, extremely high cost-performance ratio, Chinese and Western buffet cuisine, classic itinerary design

Room upgrade privilegesBooking this room type allows you to enjoy the following upgrade privileges: 1. Exclusive VIP restaurant dining throughout the entire journey 2. A delicate fruit platter 3. One complimentary afternoon tea 4. Goodnight milk 5. One complimentary bottle of boarding red wine 6. Free laundry service throughout the journey (limit of 10 items) Note: The privileges are only available to guests occupying regular beds; extra beds and non-occupying guests are not eligible. The above benefits are for reference only, and the actual arrangements on the cruise shall prevail!

Onboard entertainment and facilitiesSmall Private Room, VIP Viewing Deck Bar, Multi-function Hall Lobby, Cruise Lobby, Buffet Restaurant Dining Room, Cruise Supermarket Shop, Cruise Reception, Cinema Theater, Bar Bar, KTV KTV, Reading Room Library, Main Restaurant 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
Supports three-child families, suitable for families with multiple children
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.