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A little preparation. A much better adventure.Independent travel advice · Made for China
A journey made your own

The Yangtze, in a suite

Chongqing → Shanghai. Thoughtful stays, personal guiding and space to enjoy the journey.

Suggested length
11 days · adaptable from 8–15 days
Suggested seasons
spring / autumn
Your journey
Itinerary idea · adapt it to your own bookings
The suggested rhythm

Your journey, chapter by chapter.

This is an itinerary idea, not a fixed departure. The hotels below are suggestions; availability, travel times and experiences are confirmed when your route is arranged.

Scenery in Chongqing, China
Photo: Lianguanlun · CC BY 4.0

Scenery in Chongqing, China

Days 1–3 · Chongqing

A river city before the sailing.

Explore Chongqing and plan a separate day for the Dazu carvings. Keep embarkation day flexible and have the operator confirm the pier, luggage handling and boarding time for your ship.

Living area in the Victory Suite aboard Century Victory
Photo: Century Cruises · All rights reserved

Living area in the Victory Suite aboard Century Victory

Days 4–7 · Chongqing

The gorges from your own balcony.

Request a top suite on a sailing that fits your dates. Compare the actual cabin plan, balcony, dining arrangements and shore excursions before selecting a ship. This four-day segment is illustrative; cruise schedules determine the final pacing.

See the journey

Our First Time in Chongqing, China 🇨🇳 (China’s Most Confusing City)Teigan and Pablo · Two first-time visitors get lost in Chongqing's stacked streets, ride the Liziba monorail through the apartment block and end up at Hongya Cave after dark.Watch on YouTube ↗American Family visits China for the First TimeAdam and Linds · An American family's first days in China, including airport arrival and getting around Shanghai.Watch on YouTube ↗

Videos open on their publisher’s site. YouTube is unavailable in mainland China; watch before travelling.

What to include in your proposal

Tell us which hotels and room categories appeal to you, whether you want a private guide throughout, and which experiences are essential. Ask for an itemised quote covering accommodation, domestic transport, transfers, guiding, admissions and any dining or spa reservations.

International flights, permits where required, insurance and cancellation terms should be discussed explicitly. Nothing on this page represents confirmed inventory or a guaranteed inclusion.