Vista Aurora

Highlights

Cruise the Yangtze River in style with the Vista Aurora

Relax, unwind, and enjoy time floating along the magnificent Yangtze River onboard the Vista Aurora river cruise boat. Choose from both upstream and downstream options to travel the stunning section of the river between Chongqing and Yichang. The Vista Aurora river cruise provides front row seats to all the most famous highlights of Yangtze River, including the Three Gorges Summit, White Emperor City, the Three Gorges Dam, the Gezhouba Dam, and the awe-inspiring Qutang, Wu, and Xiling Gorges. Stylish, comfortable, and totally relaxing, the Vista Aurora is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the culture, traditions, and life that is part of the Yangtze’s vast history. Since its 2026 maiden voyage, Vista Aurora has set the standard for luxury as a premier, high-tech vessel on the Yangtze River.Powered by the HarmonyOS Intelligent Cabin system, equipped with smart facial recognition and eco-friendly energy systems, it seamlessly blends innovation with comfort. Relax and enjoy the attentive service, tasteful room design, and premium facilities that make your journey an absolute pleasure.

Downstream Itinerary

Upstream Itinerary

Ship Facilities

1. Cabins and suites
Vista Aurora has 259 tastefully decorated cabins and suites onboard all with private balconies and own amenities, including bathroom with separate bathtub or shower, a direct dial phone, LCD satellite TV, central air-conditioning, and potable water made available through the onboard water purification system.

2. Restaurants and bars
Onboard you will have access to several restaurants and bars, including:

• Vista Horizons Restaurant: As the main dining room, it offers a chic, retro design with picturesque windows, allowing guests to enjoy exceptional meals while overlooking the river. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night snacks are all served buffet-style in this space.
• Vista Elite Restaurant: Set on Deck 4 with a stylish retro vibe and elegant design, this exclusive VIP restaurant pairs scenic river views with all-day buffet dining spanning breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night bites.
• Executive Lounge: A sophisticated, private sanctuary offering refined refreshments and discreet service, crafted for serene reflection between your voyages.
• Vista Club: Gain access to the ultimate shipboard escape. Vista Club is an exclusive VIP lounge offering restricted-access luxury and a sophisticated atmoaphere.
• Vista Bar & Lounge: A cozy riverview bar & lounge to unwind with your favourite drink, mingle, and take in the passing scenery.

3. Leisure facilities
Really let yourself unwind on this relaxing river cruise by taking full advantage of the onboard leisure facilities, including:

• VistaTheater
• Performance & Interaction Zone
• Deja Vu Space
• Intangible Heritage Experience
• Photo Gallery Studio
• Fitness Center
• Spa Center
• Reading Lounge
• Boutique Arcade
• Game Room
• Karaoke Room
• Onboard Wi-Fi
• Sun Deck
• Self-Service Laundry

Inclusions / Exclusions

Inclusions:

• Onboard accommodation based on double/twin occupancy in a standard cabin on the second level of cruise boat
• Admission fees: to sightseeing spots and activities as specified (e.g, White Crane Ridge Underwater Museum, White Emperor City, Three Gorges Dam, War Fire of the Three Kingdoms Show)
• Selected onboard activities as specified (Tai Chi, cultural activities, and onboard entertainment)
• Meals: as specified in the itinerary
• Transfer service in Chongqing and Yichang.
• Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour
• Government taxes and fees

Exclusions

• Any personal onboard spending of laundry, drink, telex, phone calls, beauty treatments, and other miscellaneous services
• Gratuities to river guide, service staff and cruise director, and any other personnel
• Any upgrades to a different floor or cabin
• China visa fees
• This cruise does not include travel insurance. Please purchase travel insurance before your trip to provide for any unforeseen circumstances

Important Information

1. All times on the schedule are estimated and are subject to change due to weather and navigation conditions.
2. All shore excursions departure times and duration are approximate and may subject to change if considered unsafe to operate.
3. As the sailing port is to be finalized, you are advised to call the cruise company before boarding to confirm the specific port of your cruise.
4. Your disembarkation port may change due to weather and water levels on the day of your trip. Please keep your phone turned on. We need to reach you at all times. We highly recommend contacting ChinaTours.com or your cruise company on your boarding day to get the most accurate port information.
5. Alteration of Itinerary:
If unforeseen circumstance beyond our control require us to make relevant changes to the cruise itinerary, we reserve the right to cancel or change the sailing date, etc. Where it is necessary to change the accommodation, ChinaTours.com reserves the right to substitute it with accommodation of at least a similar standard. We make changes on the conditions that:

• Events happened out of our control, such as war, fire, epidemics, health risks, typhoon，earthquake and other actual or potential severe weather conditions, etc. Under these conditions, extra fares will be charged if there any additional costs are incurred.
• River conditions are subject to change. Due to any potential events, we reserve the right to alter programs to maintain the spirit of the cruise with concern for safety and in response to actual conditions during sailing. Unused services are not refundable.