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Victoria Cruises is the most popular Yangtze River cruise line company and one of the leaders in the luxury cruising of the Yangtze River since 1993. Based in New York, Victoria Cruises is the only American managed cruise line on the Yangtze River. Over 2 million passengers have sailed with Victoria Cruises, making it one of the most popular cruise lines on the Yangtze River. Victoria Cruises has a fleet of seven five-star ships, all as designated by the China Ministry of Culture and Tourism. They are sailing between Chongqing and Yichang, with 3 Nights 4 Days downstream cruises from Chongqing to Yichang, Itinerary: Day 1 When you booked the cruise boat tour with us, we will provide the exactly Boarding place in Chinese and English, then you take a taxi go there and Board the ship from 18:00 to 20:30 and departs Chongqing at 21:00. Tonight activities is: Embarkation & Safety briefing 20:30-21:00 Day 2 Take a shore excursion to the Shuang Gui Mount Scenic Area near Fengdu,faces the Yangtze River and is a national forest park known for its picturesque scenery, which integrates history, culture, and modern art. Mt. Shuanggui has for centuries been a favorite destination for literati and artists. There are cliff brush writings of calligraphists here from the Song Dynasty to the present day, and pavilions are named for notable historic figures.(B, L, D) Additional optional shore excursions (river conditions permitting) to Fengdu’s “Ghost City” (daytime, 295 cny/pp), and the elaborate Fengyan Sanguo “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” show (evening, 295 cny/pp). Day 3 Learning traditional Chinese Taiji boxing & optional excursion--the White Emperor City, known as the “City of Poems”(290cny/pp, 08:00-10:30) . Sailing through the Qutang Gorge. Shore excursion to Shore Excursion at Shennv Stream(14:00-16:30). Sailing through Xiling Gorge. Farewell Buffet. （Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Day 4 Shore excursion to The Three Gorges Dam Site & optional tour to the Ship Lift:290cny/pp. Arrive in Yichang at 13:30. (Breakfast）

At around 08:00, your excellent tour guide will pick you up at your downtown Chongqing hotel for a 3-hour comfortable private vehicle drive to Wulong County. After a hearty lunch at a local restaurant, your splendid Chongqing Wulong karst tour begins with the Three Natural Bridges, the essential scenic feature of this world heritage area. Exquisitely sculptured by the hands of god, the three giant stone arch bridges are real wonders that can't be seen anywhere else in the world. Inside the tranquil scenic area, you can embrace the rugged beauty of the mountain bridges and gorges by meandering along the narrow path on the valley's bottom. During the 2 - 2.5 hours visit, you will also stop by an ancient staging post near Qinglong Bridge, which was constructed during the Tang Dynasty (618 - 907) for handling official business and receiving guests. The wooden-structured courtyards are still well preserved with more than 20 rooms remaining. After some free time to wander around, your Wulong trip from Chongqing concludes. You will be transferred back to your hotel. Upon arrival at around 18:30.

Travel with licensed tourguide Contact chrispine@0764@gmail.com or Wechat (chrispine0764) prior to departure or booking. 0900AM: Meet the guest at the agreed site 0930AM: Highlight-- 15-min sightseeing at the Liziba Monorail Station where guests expect to see the modern infrastructure and the Tik-Tok trending view of the monorail going through the building 0930AM-1030AM: Highlight-- Ciqikou Old Town (English name Porcelain Harbor), where guests expect to see the microcosm of Chongqing in terms of residential complex and folk livelihood dated to the medieval period (900-1100AD). 1100AM: Eling (English name Goose-neck Peak) Park and Eling Er’chang Cultural-Creative Zone where guests expect to see the consular offices and summer resort of Chiang Kai-shek during the WWII when Chongqing was the auxiliary capital, and the factory heritage-themed zone which goes viral on social media for its posters and billboards. Lunch break 1300PM-1400PM: Highlight--Three Gorges Museum to familiarize with local ancient history and see the rescued archaeological findings before the Three Gorges Dam was built. 1430PM-1500PM: Highlight--Jiefangbei Square (English name Liberation Monument) where guests expect to walk and feel the city vibe of the biggest pedestrian street in southwestern China, and try the local street snacks and food 1530PM-1700PM: Highlight--Hongyadong (English name Hongya Cave) where guests walk downwards and expect to see the panorama of vertical building complex on the cliff which is the Tik-Tok hotspot. 1800PM: Drop-off guests Day 2 0900AM: Meet the guest at the agreed site 0915AM: Kuixinglou Building--a Tik-Tok hotspot where guests expect to learn the unique mountainous landscape of Chongqing by seeing the 1-22 floor height difference 0930AM-1030AM: Highlight--Mountainous Alleyways where guests expect to feel the old-day vibe of residents and west-meet-east culture, mainly the colonial heritages (chapel, missionary hospital) prior to 1940s, and take a tea break for some folkloric performance and river view 1130AM: 15 min at Qixinggang City Walled Gate relic: the only one surviving of 17 walled gates in Chongqing 1200PM: Highlight- Yangtse Cableway: the only one operating cableway on Yangtse River, a Tik-Tok hotspot 1230PM-1330PM: Longmenhao Old Street where guests expect to see the colonial heritage and the city vibe of WWII. A replicated building complex dedicated to 1940s, and built on a cliff Lunch break 1500PM-1600PM: Highlight--Danzishi Old Street/Changjiahui where guests expect to see the colonial history by observing the replicated residences and workshops, and appreciate the beauty of two rivers joining together (Yangtse and Jialing River) which is popular on social media. 1700PM: Raffles City Shopping Mall and then do some souvenir purchases 1800PM: Escort tourists back to the hotel Additional sites (overtime pay policy apply if necessary) (Huguang Guild House, River Cruise for Nightview, Chongqing Crown Escalator, 18-Steps Old Street)

Century Cruises, the beautifully furnished cabins and suites of the 5 star boat boast imported marble bathrooms, authentic Shanghainese cotton bedspreads and pillowcases, and private balconies for viewing the scenery of the gorges. With sky blue lighting glowing from the periphery of high ceilings, private balconies, and elegant decor throughout the ship's interior, passengers sail in comfort as they experience the scenery, natural history, and culture of the Yangtze. All Century cruises feature professional, multilingual, Western cruise directors and well-trained local staff. The ship's facilities include a conference hall, a meeting room, a gym, a sauna, a library, a sundeck, a smoking room, a clinic, a beauty salon, Chinese and Western dining rooms, a business center with internet, fax and copy printing, a shop, elevators, and Karaoke. Itinerary: Day 1 We pick you up at Chongqing airport or railway station then board the ship from 18:30 to 21:00 and departs Chongqing at 21:30 & Captain Welcome Dinner. (Dinner） Day 2 Learning traditional Chinese Taiji boxing. Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City. You has the option of visiting Feng Yan San Guo Show (Three Kingdoms Open Air Show, 290 cny/pp). (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Day 3 Learning traditional Chinese Taiji boxing & optional excursion--the White Emperor City, known as the “City of Poems”(290cny/pp, 08:00-10:30) . Sailing through the Qutang Gorge. Shore excursion to Shore Excursion at Shennv Stream(14:00-16:30). Sailing through Xiling Gorge. Farewell Buffet. （Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) Day 4 Shore excursion to The Three Gorges Dam Site & optional tour to the Ship Lift:290cny/pp. Arrive in Yichang at 13:30 then the driver pick you up to Yichang airport. (Breakfast）

Get Your Guide QR is not valid, please communicate to us or wait for our email. Please send your full name as it appears on your passport and your passport number to complete the booking. If the passport number and name are not received on time, the booking will be canceled, and a cancellation fee will apply. Cruise along the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers on a night tour of Chongqing. Admire the city's skyline and the natural beauty of the riverbanks, and enjoy the convenience of a hotel pickup and drop-off service. Start your evening with a pickup from your hotel in Chongqing. Head to the pier and board a boat for a relaxing cruise along the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers. Admire the city's skyline and the natural beauty of the riverbanks as you glide along the water. See the city's modern buildings and the natural landscapes where the two rivers meet. After your cruise, enjoy a convenient transfer back to your hotel in Chongqing.

Discover the highlights of Chongqing on a private tour. Visit the Kuixinglou, Jiefangbei Square, and Liziba Station, stroll along the Longmenhao ancient street, and see the city's dazzling night lights. 1. Start your day of exploration at Kuixinglou. This place has gone viral on TikTok, where standing here makes you feel like you're on the 1st floor, the 12th floor, and even the 22nd floor simultaneously. Find out how with your guide and capture this magical spot together with a video! 2. Then, walk to the Liberation Monument and slowly start to unravel the tales of the city. Erected to commemorate the victory of WWII, this monument stands tall as a symbol of resilience. Hear the historical tale of the Liberation Monument from your guide. As you stroll along the pedestrian street, be immersed in a vibrant atmosphere of bustling shops, lively street performers, and delicious street food stalls. 3. Then take the subway to Liziba station, this is also a social media sensation, attracting many people come here to take photos and videos because you can witness the magical sight of the light rail passing through residential buildings. As for why such a design exists, your guide will explain the story behind it to you when you arrive there. 4. Next, drive to Longmenhao, a riverside ancient street nestled against the mountains. Your guide will lead you on a leisurely stroll along the ancient street, where you can admire the old buildings with their traditional blue-tiled roofs and white walls, enjoy the downtown view and river view, also a good opportunity to sample local cuisine and tea culture. 5. Every evening, the skyscrapers along the riverside in the city center light up with neon lights, illuminating the Yangtze River and Jialing River. The dazzling lights create a magnificent spectacle, overwhelming the senses. This is also one of the highlights of your private service—your guide will drive along the riverbank, allowing you to take in the bustling night scenery of Chongqing to the fullest. And the guide will also take to you the perfect spot to enjoy the famous stunning night view of Hongya cave, help you capture the memorable photos, which wraps up the journey in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

Thank you for seeing this information. If you book this trip, you can meet me at the outside of the temple, there is a metro station entrance and the sign shows 6 EXIT. I would be honored to explore this city with you and your experience will be the first at any time during your trip. First we will meet and visit the ancient traditional temples and join in special temple activities. This is the main part of the trip. Then we will take private car to the old streets of Nan'an district. These streets have hundreds of years of history and after renovation they are very suitable for walking and exploring. Afterwards, we will arrive at the park under the bridge, which is a resting point for hiking. It is close to the Changjiang River, this is a niche spot with very open view, we will drink Chinese traditional tea or coffee and have rest here. After the break, we will walk to the restaurant, which is a great Chongqing specialty hot pot restaurant. Hot pot is a traditional food in Chongqing. It has a history of more than two hundred years and has developed into the most popular food in China. It's possible to enjoy hotpot while enjoying the view, I guarantee it's a good experience, and you can choose the type of food, if you don't eat pork, or you are a vegetarian, please send me an email before, your experience will be the most important thing during your trip. After that, we will take a walk in the riverside park for fifteen minutes to half an hour and take some beautiful night view pictures if you want. At the end of the trip we will take a private car to club street which is very famous in Chongqing city, there are many bars and electronic music clubs, you can buy drink freely or take a stroll on the bar street, it is recommended to go after 09:30 pm. Thank you for reading this introductio, and have a nice trip.

Meet your tour guide in the lobby of your central Chongqing hotel. Hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle. Start your adventure! First, you will heading to the People's Square which serves as one of the architectural symbols of Chongqing. Learn about the fascinating culture and history of Chongqing from your tour guide. Feel free to join the local's dancing. (If you choose the tour with hotpot dinner, then you will start your tour with the dinner at Hongya Cave area) Next, heading to the famous Tongyuanzhiguang platform, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Yangtze River and admire the city’s modern architecture. From the sightseeing platform can overlook the panorama of Chongqing's forests and the scenery of the two rivers and four banks with 360° full transparency and no dead angle. Stop at Changjiahui view platform to enjoy amazing view of the Yangtze River and Jialing River. Changjiahui is located in the core area of "Two Rivers and Four Banks” in Chongqing. It is the core of Chongqing’s six “business cards”. Your last stop is Hongya Cave which with a history of more than 2300 years. Admire amazing night view of Yangtze River, then follow your tour guide to stroll around different streets to discover the local snacks and bars. After the tour, your will be transferred back to your hotel.

Gather at Hongya Cave Dock, "If you haven't seen the night view, you haven't been to Chongqing". Come to Chongqing to see the night view of the two rivers and four banks, set out with the afterglow of the sunset, follow the footsteps of the moonlight, and night tour the mountain city under the stars to get the fun of wandering in the city. 1800-18:30 Gather at Hongya Cave Dock 18:50-19:20 Two Rivers Ferry Tour of the Four Banks 19:20-19:50 Check-in at Nanbin Road Internet Celebrity Wall + Secret Viewing Platform 19:50-20:10 Yuwang Traces Square to see the dazzling night view 20:10-20:40 Qianfo Temple Bridge Cave Check-in Point · Taste Old Chongqing Dam Tea 20:40-21:00 Take a public bus to Haitang Misty Rain Park 21:00-21:30 City Sky Curtain · City Above High Altitude Viewing 21:30----- Nanbin Road Group Disband

Travel with licensed tourguide (less cost, more credibility) Contact me for details email-Chrispine0764@gmail.com, Wechat-Chrispine0764. Price may vary a bit depending on the time of travel. Quote includes 7-seat car rental. Traditionally, Wulong tour is rushed and compact within one-day, and start and finish within 10 hours and get back to the urban city before rush hour. However, within TWO days and a layover (night), a more RELAXED and WELL-PACED itinerary could give you a different experience: Discover the UNESCO natural heritage Wulong Karst within two day, 3.5-hour drive from the urban center. Highly advised to rent a car. My quote below includes a 7-seat van rental Tentative schedule 0730AM: pick up at hotel and leave for Wulong County. Three-hour drive on the highway by car to Wulong County, and all the way up to the Tourism Center of Wulong Karst upon the mountain. 1100AM: Fairy Mt. where tourists experience the nicknamed Southern China Switzerland as they would take a short ride on the train-like vehicle and see the beautiful harmony of natural grassland and wildlife. (paid entry ticket required) Lunch break on tourists’ expense and drive to the next site 1330PM-1530PM: Wulong Karst Geological Park (Three Natural Bridges) where tourists hike in a geologically formed canyon, appreciate the breathtaking wonder of natural processes that form a unique landscape and get blended in the film-making scene of blockbuster Transformer. *intense walking and steps climbing (paid entry ticket required) A night over--book hotel on your own. *hotel better be booked upon the mountain so that you can enjoy the breeze on the mountain. The SECOND day 0930AM: go to Furong Cave (the underground cave) and catch the 10-min cableway up to the entrance. 1.5 hour walking and exploring inside the cave.**intense with walking, lighting conditions are not so good as the outside. 1330PM: finish lunch and embark on the trip back to Chongqing Urban city by car (three-hour drive) 1730PM: hopefully arrive at the hotel before the rush hour.