No trip to China is complete and perfect without cruising on Yangtze River and appreciating the splendid view of the Three Gorges. Shore excursions are additional highlights of Yangtze River cruise. Except the cold winter from December to February, the other times are all suitable to start a Yangtze River cruise. For a memorable cruise, the comfortable and relaxed cruise ships are essential. ChinaTours.com has selected some well-praised cruise ships for you, and you can make your choice according to your own budget.

The new generation of the Century Cruise fleet has taken the Yangtze River cruise to a new level by adopting the latest European river cruise design. Century cruises are all equipped with independent central air-conditioning system which is up to five star hotel standard. Spacious cabins are well equipped with fine classic furniture. Comfortable and foldable bed, ceiling-to-floor viewing window and private balcony enable your privacy and romance。

As a high reputation, competitive and the most professional cruise company on the Yangtze Rive, Wuhan Yangtze Cruise Co.,Ltd owns the famous brand fleet of 5 luxurious Presidential Cruises, all of which have certificates approved by China Classification Society and the National SMS System. As a high reputation, competitive and the most professional cruise company on the Yangtze Rive, Wuhan Yangtze Cruise Co.,Ltd owns the famous brand fleet of 5 luxurious Presidential Cruises, all of which have certificates approved by China Classification Society and the National SMS System.

Orient Royal Cruise has completed an intensive renovation of East King in early 2004. Dubbed as the most expensive "facelift" in Yangtze River Cruise history, the renovation program has set a new standard of luxury on the Yangtze River. The super deluxe Yangtze Explorer was launched in August 2008 which attracted celebrities like Bill Gates, Warren Buffet and Gerald Levin to spend their Yangtze River cruise on homelike cruise ship.

As the only American managing fleet company on Yangtze River, Victoria Fleet has been the leader in Yangtze Cruising for over a decade. All ships of Victoria Fleet are fully equipped with air-conditioner, reading room, gift shop, beauty salon, etc. As a member of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), an allied member of the American Society of Travel Agent (ASTA) and the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), Victoria Fleet features in internationally leveled services, which will definitely redefine your expression about Yangtze River cruise.