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Yangtze River Cruises

Cruise through the magnificent Three Gorges on the Yangtze River, China's longest river. Visit the Three Gorges Dam, explore tributary streams by sampan, and experience the dramatic scenery of Qutang, Wu, and Xiling Gorges.

Why travellers choose Yangtze River Cruises

Sail through all three gorges: Qutang, Wu, and Xiling
Visit the Three Gorges Dam — the world's largest hydropower project
Shore excursions to Fengdu Ghost City and Shibaozhai Pagoda
Sampan boat trip on the pristine Shennong Stream
Luxury cruise cabin with private balcony and full-board meals
Combine cruise with Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai highlights
Private guide on all shore excursions
Experience riverside Chinese culture and local villages
Spectacular scenery of towering cliffs and dramatic gorges
Evening cultural shows and onboard entertainment

10 Yangtze River Cruises

All prices are per person and include a private guide and vehicle.

Yangtze River Cruise 9 Days
Chongqing
From $1899

Yangtze River Cruise 9 Days

Cruise through the magnificent Three Gorges and witness the world's largest dam project

9 Days Chongqing, Yangtze River, Yichang
Three GorgesDam ProjectRiver Cruise
4.7 (73 reviews)
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Yangtze River Cruise & Three Gorges 7 Days
Chongqing
From $1599

Yangtze River Cruise & Three Gorges 7 Days

Cruise the magnificent Three Gorges on a luxury river ship with shore excursions

7 Days Chongqing, Yangtze River, Yichang
Three GorgesThree Gorges DamShennong Stream
4.7 (61 reviews)
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Golden Triangle 10 Days - Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Beijing
From $1699

Golden Triangle 10 Days - Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai

Experience the essence of Chinese civilization, from ancient capitals to modern skylines

10 Days Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai
Great WallTerracotta ArmyThe Bund
4.9 (203 reviews)
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Shanghai & Surroundings 6 Days
Shanghai
From $1099

Shanghai & Surroundings 6 Days

Experience the best of eastern China, from Shanghai's skyline to Hangzhou's West Lake

6 Days Shanghai, Suzhou, Hangzhou
The BundWest LakeGarden City
4.8 (112 reviews)
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Beijing, Xi'an & Chengdu 10 Days
Beijing
From $1799

Beijing, Xi'an & Chengdu 10 Days

Three iconic destinations: imperial Beijing, ancient Xi'an, and panda-filled Chengdu

10 Days Beijing, Xi'an, Chengdu
Great WallTerracotta WarriorsGiant Pandas
4.9 (112 reviews)
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Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop 10 Days
Xining
From $2299

Qinghai-Gansu Grand Loop 10 Days

The ultimate Qinghai-Gansu grand loop: salt lakes, rainbow mountains, and Silk Road treasures

10 Days Xining, Qinghai Lake, Chaka, Zhangye, Dunhuang
Qinghai LakeChaka Salt LakeRainbow Mountains
4.9 (57 reviews)
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Gansu Silk Road & Danxia 8 Days
Lanzhou
From $1899

Gansu Silk Road & Danxia 8 Days

Follow the ancient Silk Road through Gansu, from rainbow mountains to Buddhist cave art

8 Days Lanzhou, Zhangye, Dunhuang, Jiayuguan
Mogao CavesRainbow MountainsGreat Wall West Gate
4.8 (46 reviews)
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Silk Road Expedition 14 Days
Xi'an
From $2899

Silk Road Expedition 14 Days

Trace the ancient Silk Road, discover Mogao Caves and experience vast desert landscapes

14 Days Xi'an, Dunhuang, Turpan, Urumqi
Ancient Silk RoadMogao CavesDesert Landscapes
4.8 (42 reviews)
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Yunnan Ethnic Discovery 8 Days
Kunming
From $1799

Yunnan Ethnic Discovery 8 Days

Explore Yunnan's diverse ethnic cultures, from Bai traditions to Tibetan highlands

8 Days Kunming, Dali, Lijiang, Shangri-La
Stone ForestLijiang Old TownTibetan Culture
4.9 (95 reviews)
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Tibet Adventure 12 Days
Lhasa
From $2499

Tibet Adventure 12 Days

Journey to the Roof of the World, visit Potala Palace and witness Mount Everest

12 Days Lhasa, Shigatse, Everest Base Camp
Potala PalaceEverest Base CampTibetan Culture
5 (64 reviews)
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About Yangtze River Cruises

Cruise the Yangtze River with QTour's China river cruise tours. Sail through the Three Gorges, visit the Three Gorges Dam, and explore Shennong Stream by sampan. Our Yangtze River cruise packages combine luxury cruise ships with China's top destinations. Book your China river cruise with a professional Chinese travel agency.

Every itinerary can be adjusted — add a city, extend a stay, upgrade hotels or change the pace. Send us your travel dates and interests and our Beijing-based consultants will return a personalised proposal within 24 hours, free of charge.

How to choose

  • By duration — shorter trips concentrate on the imperial north (Beijing, Xi'an); longer trips add the Yangtze delta, the south-west or the western plateau.
  • By theme — history and imperial architecture, minority and ethnic culture, or karst, mountain and desert landscapes.
  • By season — April to May and September to November are the most comfortable months for most of China.

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