China, Along the Yangtze · From Manila
China.Along the Yangtze.
A river-led journey from Yichang through the Three Gorges to Chongqing, pairing four nights aboard the Vista Harmony with guided city discoveries and considered time ashore.
Check current availabilityChina, seen from the river
Gorge mornings.
Chongqing after dark.
Begin in Yichang, cruise through the Three Gorges and continue into Chongqing for pandas, old streets, dramatic city architecture and two upgraded dinner experiences.
A glimpse of the journey
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Journey details
Eight-day itinerary
Manila to Yichang
Depart Manila and arrive in Yichang.
Yichang and embarkation
Visit Yichang Three Gorge Waterfall and cruise past the eastern section of Xiling Gorge near Gezhouba Dam. Proceed to the dock and embark the Vista Harmony. The published dock sequence is subject to final confirmation.
Three Gorges
Join the listed shore programme covering the Three Gorges Dam, Three Gorges Ship Lift, western Xiling Gorge and the Badong scenic-area stop shown in the programme. Exact attraction naming is subject to confirmation.
Wu and Qutang Gorges
Pass through Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge, then join one listed shore excursion: Baidi City or Top of Three Gorge.
Fuling discoveries
Join one listed shore excursion: Baiheliang Underwater Museum with the Fuling Pickled Mustard Tuber Memory Museum, or Project 816.
Chongqing by evening
Disembark at Chaotianmen Dock. See the Great Hall of the People exterior, Mountain City Trail, Kuixing Building, Jiefangbei Street and Hongya Cave at night, followed by the listed hotpot dinner upgrade.
Pandas and old streets
Visit Chongqing Zoo’s panda house and Ciqikou Ancient Town. Photograph the Liziba light rail, then visit Xiahaoli Old Street and Raffles Mall before the listed barbecue-buffet dinner upgrade.
Chongqing to Manila
Depart Chongqing and arrive in Manila.
Departure and published rate
The flyer publishes a starting rate rather than a complete rate table. The confirmed rate may vary with availability, room or cabin assignment, taxes, operational changes and the final written quotation.
Accommodation and cruise
- One night’s pre-cruise accommodation, published as based on five-star class
- Four nights aboard the premium Vista Harmony cruise, based on twin sharing
- Two nights’ post-cruise accommodation, published as based on five-star class
Specific hotels, room types, cabin category and bedding arrangements require written confirmation. Star descriptions follow the source material and may reflect local classification standards.
Included in the journey
- Roundtrip international airfare via China Southern
- Hand-carry and check-in baggage; weights are not stated on the flyer
- Pre-cruise, cruise and post-cruise accommodation as listed
- Meals as specified: seven breakfasts, six lunches and six dinners, plus onboard meals where stated
- Listed sightseeing and shore programme, subject to operating conditions
- English-speaking tour guide
- Filipino tour escort
Shopping note: the flyer states no compulsory shopping and no forced optional tours. Raffles Mall appears in the itinerary; purchases remain optional.
Exclusions and additional costs
- Philippine travel tax
- China visa fee and related charges
- Travel insurance
- Tipping
- Personal purchases, optional services and items not expressly listed as included
No fixed exclusion amounts are published, so these remain outside the calculator.
Shore excursions and operational notes
Days 4 and 5 each present a choice of shore excursions; they should not be read as including every listed option. Cruise routing, port calls, shore access, the ship lift and attraction order may change because of water level, weather, navigation, port, regulatory or other operating conditions. The Day 2 dock sequence and exact Day 3 scenic-area naming should be reconfirmed before publication or booking.
China visa information
Important: the China visa fee is listed as an exclusion. Eligibility, documents, fees, processing times and final issuance must be confirmed in writing. Lareleka cannot guarantee approval by immigration or consular authorities.
Who this journey suits
- Couples, friends and families seeking a guided China river journey
- Travellers interested in the Three Gorges, cultural sites and Chongqing
- Guests who value a slower river-based perspective alongside escorted touring
- Travellers comfortable with a structured itinerary and operationally flexible shore programme
Important travel reminders
The published rate is a starting price per person. Cruise accommodation is based on twin sharing. Rates and spaces are subject to current availability and final written confirmation. Flight schedules, hotels, cabins, meals, ports, attractions and sightseeing order may change. Each traveller remains responsible for valid travel documents and applicable entry requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Is US$1,588 the final price?
No. It is the published starting rate per person. Your final itemised quotation depends on current availability and confirmed arrangements.
Is baggage included?
The flyer lists hand-carry and check-in baggage, but does not publish weight allowances. These must be confirmed before booking.
Are all shore excursions included?
No. Days 4 and 5 each show a choice between listed shore excursions. The final operating programme must be confirmed.
Is the China visa included?
No. The visa fee appears under exclusions, and approval remains subject to the relevant authorities.
Package estimate
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26 Nov–03 Dec 2026 · 2 travellers · from US$1,588 per person.
- Based on the published starting rate and twin-sharing cruise basis.
- Philippine travel tax, China visa fee, tipping and travel insurance are not included.
- No currency conversion is applied.
- Rates are subject to availability; this estimate does not reserve space.
Begin your Yangtze journey
China by river,
thoughtfully arranged.
Share your traveller count and preferred room or cabin arrangement. We’ll check current availability, confirm the cruise and shore programme, clarify baggage and visa requirements, and prepare an itemised quotation.
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