Chongqing · Yangtze River · Shibaozhai · Three Gorges · Three Gorges Dam · Jingzhou · Wuhan · Jiujiang · Mount Huangshan · Nanjing · Suzhou · Shanghai
Itinerary:
Chongqing · Yangtze River · Shibaozhai · Three Gorges · Three Gorges Dam · Jingzhou · Wuhan · Jiujiang · Mount Huangshan · Nanjing · Suzhou · Shanghai
Very good news for Canadian travelers Canadian passport holders can now travel to China visa-free for up to 30 days! A wonderful opportunity to discover China more easily than ever before — now is the perfect time to take advantage of this new policy and explore one of the world’s most fascinating destinations
Experience China from a unique perspective with a luxurious 8-night, 5-star Yangtze River cruise, combined with visits to iconic destinations including Chongqing, Suzhou, and Shanghai.
This thoughtfully designed itinerary blends premium comfort, breathtaking scenery, and rich cultural experiences — perfect for first-time visitors to China or seasoned travelers seeking a new way to explore this fascinating country.
Travel with the confidence and convenience of a professional English-speaking tour leader accompanying the group throughout the journey.
Pre-tour: Beijing & Xi'an — 6 Days | From $799
Explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall, and the Terracotta Army before joining the main tour in Chongqing. Includes 5-star hotels, meals, and an English-speaking guide. Single supplement: $1,199.
Post-tour: Guilin & Hong Kong — 6 Days | From $899
After the cruise, discover the karst landscapes of Guilin and Yangshuo by bamboo raft, then explore the vibrant city of Hong Kong. Includes 5-star hotels, meals, and an English-speaking guide. Single supplement: $1,499.
Extensions are optional and not required for booking. Contact us to add them — a unified deposit of $500 per person applies to the main tour.
Day 01 — Canada to Chongqing
Depart from major cities across Canada for Chongqing, the famous mountain city located at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers.
Day 02 — Arrival in Chongqing
Meet and greet at the airport, followed by transfer to your hotel.
Hotel: Radisson Blu Plaza Chongqing or similar 5-star hotel
Day 03 — Chongqing (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
After breakfast, visit the ancient town of Ciqikou, the famous metro line passing through residential buildings, Hongyadong, and the lively Jiefangbei district. In the afternoon, board the luxurious 5-star Yangtze No. 2 cruise ship. Enjoy a grand welcome ceremony on deck before departure.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise (private balcony cabins)
Day 04 — Yangtze River, Shibaozhai Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Morning coffee and Tai Chi, followed by a themed activity and garden party. Shore excursion to Shibaozhai — a nationally protected cultural heritage site featuring a multi-storey wooden pagoda-style fortress built using traditional mortise-and-tenon architecture dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Captain's reception in the evening.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 05 — The Three Gorges of the Yangtze (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Three Gorges lecture in the morning. Enter Qutang Gorge — the "First Gorge of the Yangtze." Enter Wu Gorge — the "Gallery of One Hundred Li." Shore excursion to the Goddess Stream by small boat. Passage through the Five-Stage Ship Lock at 11:30 PM.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 06 — Three Gorges Dam Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam — the world's largest hydroelectric project. Enter Xiling Gorge. Passage through Gezhouba Ship Lock.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 07 — Jingzhou Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion (choice of two): Option A — Jingzhou Museum (over 130,000 artifacts) and Ancient City Walls. Option B — Chu King Chariots and Horses Archaeological Site. Chinese calligraphy workshop in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 08 — Wuhan Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion to Yellow Crane Tower — one of the "Three Great Towers South of the Yangtze" — and the Hubei Provincial Museum, home to national treasures including the Sword of King Goujian and the bronze chime bells of Marquis Yi of Zeng.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 09 — Jiujiang Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion (choice of two): Option A — Mount Lushan, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Option B — Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln Museum, showcasing over 600 years of imperial porcelain history.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 10 — Mount Huangshan Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion to Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) — UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its uniquely shaped pine trees, dramatic granite peaks, seas of clouds, and hot springs. Farewell gala evening onboard.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 11 — Nanjing to Suzhou (Breakfast / Dinner)
Arrive at Wumadu Pier in Nanjing. Disembark and transfer to Suzhou. Visit Shantang Street and the Lingering Garden.
Hotel: Pullman Suzhou or similar 5-star hotel
Day 12 — Suzhou to Shanghai (Breakfast / Lunch)
Visit the Suzhou Silk Exhibition Centre. Transfer to Shanghai. Visit the Bund, Nanjing Road, and the City God Temple. Free evening.
Hotel: Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao or similar 5-star hotel
Day 13 — Shanghai to Canada (Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Canada.
What is included:
What is not included:
China Visa — Canadian Passport Holders:
Canadian citizens holding ordinary passports are currently visa-exempt for stays in China of up to 30 days for tourism, business, family visits, or transit through the end of 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date and contain a minimum of 2 blank pages.
Very good news for Canadian travelers Canadian passport holders can now travel to China visa-free for up to 30 days! A wonderful opportunity to discover China more easily than ever before — now is the perfect time to take advantage of this new policy and explore one of the world’s most fascinating destinations
Experience China from a unique perspective with a luxurious 8-night, 5-star Yangtze River cruise, combined with visits to iconic destinations including Chongqing, Suzhou, and Shanghai.
This thoughtfully designed itinerary blends premium comfort, breathtaking scenery, and rich cultural experiences — perfect for first-time visitors to China or seasoned travelers seeking a new way to explore this fascinating country.
Travel with the confidence and convenience of a professional English-speaking tour leader accompanying the group throughout the journey.
Pre-tour: Beijing & Xi'an — 6 Days | From $799
Explore Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall, and the Terracotta Army before joining the main tour in Chongqing. Includes 5-star hotels, meals, and an English-speaking guide. Single supplement: $1,199.
Post-tour: Guilin & Hong Kong — 6 Days | From $899
After the cruise, discover the karst landscapes of Guilin and Yangshuo by bamboo raft, then explore the vibrant city of Hong Kong. Includes 5-star hotels, meals, and an English-speaking guide. Single supplement: $1,499.
Extensions are optional and not required for booking. Contact us to add them — a unified deposit of $500 per person applies to the main tour.
Day 01 — Canada to Chongqing
Depart from major cities across Canada for Chongqing, the famous mountain city located at the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers.
Day 02 — Arrival in Chongqing
Meet and greet at the airport, followed by transfer to your hotel.
Hotel: Radisson Blu Plaza Chongqing or similar 5-star hotel
Day 03 — Chongqing (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
After breakfast, visit the ancient town of Ciqikou, the famous metro line passing through residential buildings, Hongyadong, and the lively Jiefangbei district. In the afternoon, board the luxurious 5-star Yangtze No. 2 cruise ship. Enjoy a grand welcome ceremony on deck before departure.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise (private balcony cabins)
Day 04 — Yangtze River, Shibaozhai Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Morning coffee and Tai Chi, followed by a themed activity and garden party. Shore excursion to Shibaozhai — a nationally protected cultural heritage site featuring a multi-storey wooden pagoda-style fortress built using traditional mortise-and-tenon architecture dating back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. Captain's reception in the evening.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 05 — The Three Gorges of the Yangtze (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Three Gorges lecture in the morning. Enter Qutang Gorge — the "First Gorge of the Yangtze." Enter Wu Gorge — the "Gallery of One Hundred Li." Shore excursion to the Goddess Stream by small boat. Passage through the Five-Stage Ship Lock at 11:30 PM.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 06 — Three Gorges Dam Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Dam — the world's largest hydroelectric project. Enter Xiling Gorge. Passage through Gezhouba Ship Lock.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 07 — Jingzhou Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion (choice of two): Option A — Jingzhou Museum (over 130,000 artifacts) and Ancient City Walls. Option B — Chu King Chariots and Horses Archaeological Site. Chinese calligraphy workshop in the afternoon.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 08 — Wuhan Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion to Yellow Crane Tower — one of the "Three Great Towers South of the Yangtze" — and the Hubei Provincial Museum, home to national treasures including the Sword of King Goujian and the bronze chime bells of Marquis Yi of Zeng.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 09 — Jiujiang Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion (choice of two): Option A — Mount Lushan, UNESCO World Heritage Site. Option B — Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln Museum, showcasing over 600 years of imperial porcelain history.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 10 — Mount Huangshan Excursion (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Shore excursion to Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) — UNESCO World Heritage Site, renowned for its uniquely shaped pine trees, dramatic granite peaks, seas of clouds, and hot springs. Farewell gala evening onboard.
Accommodation: Yangtze No. 2 Luxury Cruise
Day 11 — Nanjing to Suzhou (Breakfast / Dinner)
Arrive at Wumadu Pier in Nanjing. Disembark and transfer to Suzhou. Visit Shantang Street and the Lingering Garden.
Hotel: Pullman Suzhou or similar 5-star hotel
Day 12 — Suzhou to Shanghai (Breakfast / Lunch)
Visit the Suzhou Silk Exhibition Centre. Transfer to Shanghai. Visit the Bund, Nanjing Road, and the City God Temple. Free evening.
Hotel: Hilton Shanghai Hongqiao or similar 5-star hotel
Day 13 — Shanghai to Canada (Breakfast)
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your return flight to Canada.
What is included:
What is not included:
China Visa — Canadian Passport Holders:
Canadian citizens holding ordinary passports are currently visa-exempt for stays in China of up to 30 days for tourism, business, family visits, or transit through the end of 2026. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the return date and contain a minimum of 2 blank pages.
Very good news for Canadian travelers Canadian passport holders can now travel to China visa-free for up to 30 days! A wonderful opportunity to discover China more easily than ever before — now is the perfect time to take advantage of this new policy and explore one of the world’s most fascinating destinations
| Departure Date | Departure | Double Price | Single Supplement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular price | Montreal / Winnipeg / Calgary / Toronto / Vancouver / Québec City / Edmonton / Halifax | $0 | $0 |
| 2026-10-16 | Montreal / Winnipeg / Calgary / Toronto / Vancouver / Québec City / Edmonton / Halifax | $3,899 | $0 |
Admission fees for all included sightseeing and shore excursions are covered. Optional excursions and personal expenses are not included.