7-Day Chongqing Grand Expedition: World Heritage Wulong Karst & Luxury Yangtze River Three Gorges Cruise

Tour Highlights & Cultural Icons

  • Luxury Century Cruises Line: Set sail on a spectacular multi-day luxury river journey operated directly by the acclaimed Century Cruises line. Enjoy premium staterooms, world-class dining, and panoramic sun decks.

  • The World Natural Heritage Karst: Journey into Wulong District to stand before massive stone arches and deep canyons, exploring breathtaking natural wonders popularized by global films.

  • Mythical Gorges & Shore Excursions: Cruise through the dramatic Qutang and Wu Gorges, take an intimate wooden boat safari through the misty Goddess Stream (Shennv Stream), and explore the historic Fengdu Ghost City or the epic War Fire of the Three Kingdoms live show.

  • The Modern Engineering Marvel: Conclude your grand voyage with a deep, guided shore excursion to the monumental Three Gorges Dam Project site in Yichang, the world’s largest hydroelectric dam.

Why Choose This Premium Cruise Package?

  • Door-to-Door Private Transfers: Travel in absolute comfort with private transfers to and from Chongqing Airport or Station directly to your hotel. No shared rides—just exclusive and thoughtful service for your party!

  • Stress-Free Pier Luggage Assistance: Enjoy seamless boarding. Pick-up and drop-off are fully included, and we proudly offer specialized luggage assistance at the pier for a completely stress-free embarkation journey.

  • 100% Pure Sightseeing Guarantee: Experience authentic travel with guaranteed zero shopping stops, zero forced commercial factory detours, and absolutely no hidden commissions.

  • Fully Customizable Urban Safari: Your 2-day Chongqing city tour can be flexibly customized to your preferences. Attractions may be arranged dynamically based on your arrival schedule and pace.

7-Day Curated Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Chongqing – 24-Hour Exclusive Private Transfer

Welcome to Chongqing, China’s spectacular 3D cyberpunk mountain city! Your private chauffeur will greet your group directly at the airport or high-speed railway station for a non-shared, VIP transfer to your central hotel. Spend a relaxing afternoon adjusting to the time zone and exploring the neighborhood at your leisure.

  • Accommodations: Premium Downtown Hotel in Chongqing

Day 2: Chongqing Urban Safari & Scenic Journey to Wulong Karst

Your private vehicle will pick you up from the hotel to begin your exploration. Transfer seamlessly to Wulong District, checking out the dramatic mountain vistas along the way. Spend the day diving into Wulong’s world-famous geological marvels, including the giant underground fissures and natural stone bridges. Check into your boutique Wulong hotel for a peaceful mountain stay.

  • Meals: Breakfast included

  • Accommodations: Selected Premium Hotel in Wulong

Day 3: Full-Day Magical Chongqing City Highlights Tour

Return to the metropolitan center for an immersive 8D city tour customized perfectly to your rhythm. Ride the Yangtze River Cableway for sweeping river vistas, watch the famous Liziba Monorail pass through a residential high-rise skyscraper, and explore the historic Ciqikou Ancient Town. In the evening, witness the glowing cliffside stilt houses of Hongya Cave before returning to your hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast included

  • Accommodations: Premium Downtown Hotel in Chongqing

Day 4: Chongqing Cultural Discovery – Boarding Your Luxury Century Cruise

Spend a relaxing morning visiting the comprehensive Three Gorges Museum or strolling through the artistic E’ling Testbed 2. In the afternoon, your private chauffeur will provide a dedicated pier drop-off. Benefit from our complimentary pier luggage assistance as you check into your premium cabin aboard the luxury Century Cruise to begin your majestic river voyage.

  • Meals: Breakfast and Cruise Dinner included

  • Accommodations: Luxury Cabin on Century Cruises

Day 5: Luxury Cruising & Shore Excursion to Mythical Fengdu Ghost City

Enjoy a leisurely morning watching the river landscapes drift past your private balcony. Join a fascinating shore excursion to the legendary Fengdu Ghost City, exploring its ancient temples and learning about Taoist folklore regarding the afterlife. Alternatively, enjoy premium access to The Xiaoguan Mountain War Fire of the Three Kingdoms spectacular live cultural show.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included on board

  • Accommodations: Luxury Cabin on Century Cruises

Day 6: Sailing the Grand Gorges & Misty Goddess Stream Safari

Savor a breathtaking morning on the sun deck as the ship enters the towering limestone cliffs of Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Disembark for an incredible side-excursion, boarding smaller eco-boats to venture deep into the emerald, mist-shrouded waters of Goddess Stream (Shennv Stream) for an intimate look at the raw Himalayan-edge geology.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included on board

  • Accommodations: Luxury Cabin on Century Cruises

Day 7: Three Gorges Dam Engineering Marvel – Disembarkation in Yichang

Check out of your luxury stateroom after breakfast and enjoy a grand shore excursion to the spectacular Three Gorges Dam Project site, marveling at the sheer scale of the world’s largest dam and its massive ship lock system. In the afternoon, take a comfortable transfer to Yichang East Railway Station or Sanxia Airport, concluding your premium 7-day river and mountain expedition.

  • Meals: Breakfast included on board