- Highlights
- Downstream Itinerary
- Upstream Itinerary
- Ship Facilities
- Inclusions/Exclusions
- Important Info
Highlights
Cruise the Yangtze River in style with the Century Oasis
Enjoy everything the Yangtze River has to offer on the Century Oasis river cruise boat with upstream and downstream river cruise options. The Century Oasis river cruise takes in all the Yangtze River’s highlights, including Fengdu Ghost City, Shennv Stream, White Emperor City, and the awe-inspiring Three Gorges. Stylish, comfortable, and totally relaxing, the Century Oasis is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the culture, traditions, and life that is part of the Yangtze’s vast history. Experience the serene silence of passenger decks powered by military-grade electric engines, attentive service, tasteful room design, and comfortable facilities that make cruising the Yangtze an absolute pleasure.
Cruise Boat Stats
| Maiden voyage | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Total cabins | 256 |
| Passenger capacity | 650 |
| Passenger decks | 7 |
| Crew | 180 |
Cabin Information
| Room Type | Cabins |
| Presidential suite | 2 | 85 m2 |
| Oasis suite | 2 | 71 m2 |
| Family suite | 12 | 34 m2 |
| Executive suite | 12 | 33 m2 |
| Superior Deluxe | 44 | 26 m2 |
| Deluxe cabin | 164 | 26 m2 |
| Interior cabin | 20 | 24 m2 |
Downstream Itinerary
Day 1 - Depart Chongqing
16:30-20:00 Boarding at Chongqing Chaotianmen Port
18:30-20:00 Embarkation Buffet Dinner
20:00-20:45 Embarkation & Safety Briefing
21:00-21:30 Captain's Welcome Reception
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2 - Cruise the Yangtze River (Fengdu)
06:30 - 07:00 Morning Coffee/Tea & Pastries
06:45 - 07:15 Morning Exercise
07:00 - 08:30 Breakfast Buffet
08:30 - 11:30 Shore Excursion:
Option A: Fengdu Ghost City
Option B: Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Buffet
15:00 - 16:30 Leisure Afternoon Tea
17:00 - 18:30 Dinner Buffet
18:15 - 21:15 “The War Fire of the Three Kingdoms” Show
22:00 - 23:00 Midnight Snacks
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 - Cruise the Yangtze River (Fengjie & Wushan)
06:30 - 07:00 Morning Coffee/Tea & Pastries
06:45 - 07:15 Morning Exercise
07:00 - 08:30 Breakfast Buffet
10:30 - 11:30 Onboard Activities
Approx. 11:30 Scenic Cruising -- Qutang Gorge
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Buffet
Approx. 13:00 Scenic Cruising -- Wu Gorge
14:30 - 16:30 Shore Excursion:
Shennv Stream (Goddness Stream)
18:30 - 20:00 Buffet Dinner
20:30 - 21:30 Crew Cabaret
22:00 - 23:00 Midnight Snacks
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4 - Cruise the Yangtze River + Disembark in Yichang
06:30 - 08:00 Breakfast Buffet
08:00 - 11:00 Disembark at Maoping Port in Yichang.
Excursion: Three Gorges Dam Site
(Three Gorges Project Museum, Memorial Park of the Interception)
Approx. 12:30 You will be transferred to downtown Yichang for your onward journey.
*With Optional Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift Tour*
Approx. 07:45 Disembark at Maoping Port in Yichang and transfer to a sightseeing boat to experience the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift.
.(CNY290/PP/TOUR. Sign Up & Pay On Board)
Approx. 10:00 - 12:30 Disembark at Sandouping Port and join the excursion to Three Gorges Dam Site (Three Gorges Project Museum, Memorial Park of the Interception)
Approx. 13:30 You will be transferred to downtown Yichang for your onward journey
Meals included: Breakfast
Upstream Itinerary
Day 1 - Depart Yichang
17:00 - 20:00 Board the Cruise at Maoping Port in Yichang
(Passengers could take the free shuttle bus from Yichang East Train Station or Yichang Three Gorges Tourist Center for boarding.)
18:30 - 20:30 Embarkation Dinner Buffet
20:30 - 21:15 Embarkation Safety Briefing
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2 - Cruise the Yangtze River (Yichang)
06:30 - 07:00 Morning Coffee/Tea & Pastries
06:45 - 07:15 Morning Exercise
07:00 - 08:30 Breakfast Buffet
08:00 - 10:30 Shore Excursion:
Three Gorges Dam Site
(Three Gorges Project Museum, Memorial Park of the Interception)
11:00 - 12:00 Optional Excursion:
Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift
(CNY290/pp/tour. Sign Up & Pay On Board)
12:00 - 14:00 Lunch Buffet
Approx. 15:00 Scenic Cruising -- Xiling Gorge
18:00 - 19:30 Dinner Buffet
20:00 - 20:45 Captain's Welcome Party
22:00 - 23:00 Midnight Snacks
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3 - Cruise the Yangtze River (Wushan & Fengjie)
06:45 - 07:15 Morning Coffee/Tea & Pastries
06:45 - 07:15 Morning Exercise
07:00 - 08:30 Breakfast Buffet
08:30 - 11:00 Shore Excursion:
Shennv Stream (Goddness Stream)
Approx. 11:00 Scenic Cruising -- Wu Gorge
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Buffet
Approx. 14:00 Scenic Cruising -- Qutang Gorge
15:00 - 18:00 Shore Excursion:
Option A: White Emperor City
Option B: The Peak of Three Gorges
18:30 - 20:00 Dinner Buffet
20:30 - 21:30 Crew Cabaret
22:00 - 23:00 Midnight Snacks
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4 - Cruise the Yangtze River (Fengdu)
06:45 - 07:15 Morning Coffee/Tea & Pastries
07:00 - 07:30 Morning Exercise
07:30 - 09:00 Breakfast Buffet
09:30 - 11:00 Onboard Activities
12:00 - 13:30 Lunch Buffet
14:00 - 17:00 Shore Excursion:
Option A: Fengdu Ghost City
Option B: Xiaoguanshan Ancient Folk Culture Park
18:30 - 20:00 Dinner Buffet
20:30 - 21:30 Evening Show / Talent Show
22:00 - 23:00 Midnight Snacks
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5 - Disembark in Chongqing
07:00 - 08:30 Breakfast Buffet
08:30 Disembark at Chaotianmen Port in Chongqing and continue your onward journey.
Meals included: Breakfast
Ship Facilities
Ship facilities
- Cabins and suites
Century Oasis has 256 tastefully decorated cabins and suites onboard, with their 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. - Restaurants and bars
Onboard you will have access to a number of restaurants and bars, including:
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- Emerald Restaurant: As the main restarautant, it serves a wide variety of Chinese and Western food to all guests, including authentic Yangtze specialties.
- Riveria Restaurant: Reserved exclusively for suite guests, this upscale dining venue is a private sanctuary offerring a refined twist on the traditional buffet.
- Executive Lounge: A sophisticated, private sanctuary offering refined refreshments and discreet service, crafted for serene reflection between your voyages..
- H2O Bar & Lounge: Unwind at our cozy waterside hub. Grab your favourite drink, chat with friends, and soak in the ever-changing river scenery.
- Oasis Club: This exclusive lounge invites suite guests to enjoy afternoon tea and quiet moments with direct access to a private deck.
- Leisure facilities
Really let yourself unwind on this relaxing river cruise by taking full advantage of the onboard leisure facilities, including:
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- Century Theater
- Fitness Center
- Zen Spa Center
- Mahjong Room
- Karaoke Room
- River Library
- Kids Club
- Sun Deck & Top Observation Deck
- Onboard Wi-Fi
- Century Shopping Centre
- Digital Museum
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, Shennv Stream, 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
- Travel Agency Liability Insurance during the tour
- Government taxes and fees
Exclusions
- Optional shore excursions: Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift
- 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
- Transfer service in Chongqing and Yichang.
- 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
- All times on the schedule are estimated and are subject to change due to weather and navigation conditions.
- All shore excursions departure times and duration are approximate and may subject to change if considered unsafe to operate.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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:
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- 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.
