Yangtze Gold Cruises - the Largest Yangtze River Cruise Line
Picture basking the sunlight on the world's largest inland river cruise and set sail through the Yangtze River with an epic setting unlike any other. The deluxe Yangtze Gold Cruises boasts the luxury design of ocean cruise standards, with a number of sightseeing elevators, a helicopter apron, a magnificent central pedestrian street, a golf course, indoor & outdoor swimming pools, and 5-star hotel facilities in all cabins.
There are seven 5-star ships of Yangtze Gold Cruises to accommodate 350 to 570 passengers, each with different interior decoration styles, such as modern, fashionable, Chinese, simplified European, and North American style. We handpick newly elaborately refurnished, and most luxurious fleets of Yangtze Gold Cruises. Whether their on board experiences or shore excursions, the vessels promise cultural & natural wonders, comfort, and local insight, with the all-inclusive package.
Highlights of Yangtze Gold Cruises Ships
● Safe, luxurious, comfortable, the largest, with the most diverse styles on Yangtze River.
● As the only cruise ships on the Yangtze River equipped with hydraulic pressure lifting chimneys and retractable sunshades, they minimize turbulence and noise to the greatest extent possible.
● Passengers can enjoy shopping on the bustling commercial street of the floating "metropolis" as it moves along the river.
● From boarding to disembarkation, and from accommodation to dining, everything is provided with five-star “butler-style service.”
Top 5 Ships of Yangtze Gold Cruises 2025/2026
Ready to book the Yangtze Gold Cruises, but not sure which vessel to choose from? Here are the best ships including Yangtze Gold 2, 3, 5, 6, 8, with exclusive, personalized services on cabin arrangement, dining, entertainment, and at the best possible prices. Let’s talk about your Yangtze River Journey from Chongqing to Yichang or Yichang to Chongqing!
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Yangtze Gold 2 ★★★★★
High-end Yangtze cruise ship with spcious cabins
Maiden voyage: in 2012
Routes:
4 days Chonqing to Yichang
5 days Yichang to Chongqing
Total Cabins: 216
Total Passengers: 570
Price from: US$328
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Yangtze Gold 3 ★★★★★
Best-value luxury Yangtze River Cruise
Maiden voyage: in 2012, refurbished in 2024
Routes:
4 days Chonqing to Yichang
5 days Yichang to Chongqing
Total Cabins: 216
Total Passengers: 570
Price from: US$328
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Yangtze Gold 5 ★★★★★
Cost-effective Choice for MICE Yangtze Cruise
Maiden voyage: in 2012
Routes:
4 days Chonqing to Yichang
5 days Yichang to Chongqing
Total Cabins: 216
Total Passengers: 570
Price from: US$328
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Yangtze Gold 6 ★★★★★
Luxurious, comfortable, and budget-friendly
Maiden voyage: in 2012
Routes:
4 days Chonqing to Yichang
5 days Yichang to Chongqing
Total Cabins: 216
Total Passengers: 570
Price from: US$328
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Yangtze Gold 8★★★★★
Luxury Yangtze Cruise Vessel with swimming pool
Maiden voyage: in 2013
Routes:
4 days Chonqing to Yichang
5 days Yichang to Chongqing
Total Cabins: 190
Total Passengers: 266
Price from: US$328
Yangtze Gold Cruises Itineraries
4 Days / 3 Nights Chonging to Yichang Itinerary (Downstream)
| Day | Schedule & activities |
| Day 1 | Boarding in Chongqing & Embarkation briefing at 18:00 - 20:00 |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) |
Morning Tai Chi exercise Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City Optional Shibao Pogoda or “Romance of the Three Kingdoms” evening show. Captain welcoming party The Three Gorges theme show |
| Day 3 (B, L, D) |
Morning Tai Chi exercise Sail through Three Gorges (Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, and Xining Gorge) Boat excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges Optional White Emperor City and Mini Three Gorges |
| Day 4 (B) |
Morning Tai Chi exercise Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam Optional Quyuan Hometown or Ship Lift or Three Gorges Tribe Disembarkation at Yichang Maoping Port at 08:00-11:00 |
5 Days / 4 Nights Yichang to Chonging Itinerary (Upstream)
| Day | Schedule & activities |
| Day 1 | Boarding in YIchang Maoping Port & Embarkation briefing at 18:00-22:30 |
| Day 2 (B, L, D) |
Morning Tai Chi exercise Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam at Xiling Gorge Optional Three Gorges Tribe or Quyuan Hometown or Ship Lift Captain welcoming party The Three Gorges theme show |
| Day 3 (B, L, D) |
Morning Tai Chi exercise Sail to Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge of the Yangtze Three Gorges Boat excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges Optional Mini Three Gorges and White Emperor City |
| Day 4 (B, L, D) |
Morning Tai Chi exercise Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City Optional Shibao Pogoda |
| Day 5 (B) |
Disembark from Chongqing port at 09:00 |
Note:
● The itinerary and schedule of the Yangtze Gold Cruises may change depending on river conditions, water level, navigation and weather reasons. In case the flow of the river’s higher reaches exceed 40,000 cubic meter per second during flood season, or the water level is too low, Yangtze Gold Cruises will be liable for the transfer between Chongqing and other port.
● The Yangtze Gold Cruises Line will not be responsible for refunding tickets or changing attractions of the three specified attractions.
● If possible, one or two optional shore excursions may be added to enhance your voyage experience. Optional shore excursions cost approximately US$45 to US$100.
● The Yangtze River cruise itinerary is for reference only. The specific arrangements are subject to the boarding instructions.
● Meals included in the itinerary are as follows: (B) = breakfast, (L) = lunch, (D) = dinner.
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