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Vista Aurora Cruise – Chongqing – Yangtze River – Yichang 7D6N Tour (No Shopping)
Out Manila · Fly + cruise
Seven days combining a 4-night Vista Aurora Yangtze cruise through the Three Gorges with Yichang and Chongqing sightseeing, flying via Guangzhou.
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Tour dates
2026 · from Manila
Departures from Manila, Dec 21–27 2026 to Dec 21–27 2026. The rate changes by date: an amount on a date is added to the base rate per pax. Seats are limited and confirmed at booking.
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Quotation
per person
Tour rate
per pax
Adulttwin sharing
$2,199
Child with bed (2–11 yrs)same rate as adult
$2,199
Child without bed (2–11 yrs)
$1,999
Not in the tour rate
per pax
Philippines travel taxUSD 30 per person (collected with tour fee)
USD 30
China group visaUSD 40 per person
USD 40
Tips for driver and guideUSD 56 per person (USD 8 per day x 7 days, collected with tour fee)
USD 56
Single supplementUSD 610 per person
USD 610
About this package
7 days 6 nights
Fly via Guangzhou to Yichang, then board the luxury Vista Aurora for a 4-night cruise through the Three Gorges, with shore excursions along the way. Disembark in Chongqing for a city tour and a 5-star hotel stay before flying home. Cruise accommodation is a Deck 2 balcony cabin, with 2 nights in 5-star hotels.
Airfare
Hotel
Meals
Transport
Tour guide
Entrance fees
Sightseeing
Baggage
Duration
7 days 6 nights
Departure
Manila (NAIA)
Flight
China Southern Airlines
Baggage
23 kg + 7 kg carry-on
Hotels
2 nights 5★ · 4 nights cruise
Meals
Daily breakfast + 10 meals
Transport
Private bus + cruise ship
Guide
English-speaking
Your route
ManilaDay 1
1YichangSanyou Cave
2Three Gorges DamShip Lift
3Xiling, Wu GorgeCruise
4Qutang GorgeBaidi City
5BaiheliangUnderwater Museum
6ChongqingHongyadong
ManilaDay 7
OutboundMNL CAN
CZ3092 / CZ3311 12:00–14:40 or 22:00–23:55 local time
ReturnCKG CAN
CZ2305 / CZ397 09:00–10:35 or 14:15–16:50 local time
Local times. Flight times are confirmed with your booking. +1 = arrives the next day.
Day-by-day itinerary
7 days 6 nights
DayCityItineraryMeals & hotel
Day01
Manila – Guangzhou – YichangAIR / BUS
Manila – Guangzhou – Yichang
CZ3092 MNL – CAN 12:00–14:40; CZ3311 CAN – YIH 22:00–23:55
Fly Manila to Guangzhou (CZ3092 12:00–14:40), then to Yichang (CZ3311 22:00–23:55)
Meet the English-speaking guide at Yichang airport
Hotel check-in
5★ hotel in Yichang★★★★★
BBreakfast not included.LLunch not included.DDinner not included.
Day02
Yichang – CruiseBUS / CRUISE
Yichang – board the cruise
Hotel breakfast and check out
Sanyou Cave
Lunch
Arrive at Yichang Three Gorges Cruise Center before 15:00 for the complimentary sightseeing cruise of the eastern Xiling Gorge and the Three Gorges Ship Lift, then transfer to the Vista cruise (if you arrive after 15:00, you are driven directly to Zigui port; if the ship lift is out of service, a bus runs from Sandouping to Zigui Port)
Transfer to airport and fly Chongqing to Guangzhou (CZ2305 09:00–10:35), then to Manila (CZ397 14:15–16:50)
CZ2305 CKG – CAN 09:00–10:35; CZ397 CAN – MNL 14:15–16:50
Sweet homeBack in Manila
BBreakfast included.LLunch not included.DDinner not included.
Meals: B breakfast · L lunch · D dinner · crossed out = not included. Orange = sightseeing stop · bold = shop visit included in the tour.
What’s covered
Inclusions
Economy round-trip airfare and taxes via China Southern Airlines
Baggage: 1 piece 23 kg check-in and 7 kg hand carry
2 nights in a 5★ hotel and 4 nights in a Deck 2 balcony cruise cabin, twin sharing
Private bus with English-speaking tour guide
Sightseeing as specified, including first-way entrance fees
Meals: breakfast (hotel and cruise) and 10 meals, including 3 land local-specialty meals and 7 cruise meals
Exclusions
Personal expenses such as phone calls and minibar
Travel insurance
Philippines travel tax: USD 30 per person (collected with tour fee)
China group visa: USD 40 per person
Tips for driver and guide: USD 56 per person (USD 8 per day x 7 days, collected with tour fee)
Single supplement: USD 610 per person
Fuel surcharge (subject to change)
Hotels
or similar
Day 1: 5★ hotel in Yichang
Day 2–5: Vista Aurora Cruise (Deck 2 balcony cabin)
Day 6: 5★ hotel in Chongqing
Optional tour
add to your trip
VIP seating
VIP seating (Section C) for the fantasy acrobatic show “Yangtze River” + Nanbin Road night cruise + 131 Observation Deck
USD 100per pax
Important notice
please read
Due to weather, traffic or other unforeseen circumstances, the order of some attractions may be adjusted according to visitor volume or road conditions.
If attractions are reduced or other losses occur because of force majeure such as policy changes or weather, the travel agency is not liable; extra costs are borne by the guests and expenses already incurred are not refunded.
If the hotels above are not available at your requested time, they will be replaced by similar ones.
Guests should plan their free time sensibly to avoid delays.
The itinerary, flight times and hotels are subject to final confirmation.
No refund is given if guests cancel itinerary or accommodation arrangements during the trip, and tips must be paid in full for the number of days of the trip.
The tour guide may sell local specialties on the bus; guests buy only if they wish.
Day 2: arrive at Yichang Three Gorges Cruise Center before 15:00 to join the complimentary sightseeing cruise through the eastern Xiling Gorge and the Three Gorges Ship Lift. If you arrive after 15:00 you are driven directly to Zigui port, and no refund is given for not taking part. If the ship lift is out of service, a bus runs from Sandouping to Zigui Port.
Shore excursions are chosen when registering: Baidi City or The Top of Three Gorges (Day 4; default Baidi City) and Baiheliang Underwater Museum or Project 816 Site (Day 5; default Baiheliang). If the cruise docks at Fengdu Port because of weather or waterway conditions, the Day 5 excursion becomes Fengdu Ghost City.
Actual shore excursions follow the cruise ship's information on the day; the cruise itinerary may be adjusted for water levels, waterways or weather, provided safety is ensured.
The cruise is popular: a name list is needed when booking, and room availability is confirmed by the cruise company.
Collected with the tour fee: tips for driver and guide USD 8 per day x 7 days = USD 56, Philippine travel tax USD 30 and China group visa USD 40, all per person.
Child with bed (2–11 yrs) pays the adult rate; child without bed (2–11 yrs) is priced separately
Single supplement USD 610 per person
Complimentary Day 2 cruise tour depends on arrival time; no refund for non-participation
Weather, traffic or force majeure may change the order or number of attractions, with extra costs borne by travellers
Where you’ll go
15 stops
1
Sanyou Cave
A scenic limestone cave and gorge area near Yichang, visited on the way to the cruise.
2
Three Gorges Cruise Center
The cruise terminal at Yichang where guests board the complimentary sightseeing cruise.
3
Xiling Gorge
The easternmost of the Three Gorges, passed in two sections on the cruise.
4
Three Gorges Ship Lift
A giant lift at the Three Gorges Dam that raises and lowers ships between river levels.
5
Three Gorges Dam
A huge hydroelectric dam on the Yangtze River, visited at the Dam Closure Memorial Park.
6
Wu Gorge
The middle of the Three Gorges, known for its forested peaks, passed by cruise.
7
Wushan
A town on the Yangtze where the tour takes an evening sightseeing boat to see the Three Gorges Light show.
8
Qutang Gorge
The shortest and narrowest of the Three Gorges, passed by cruise on Day 4.
9
Baidi City
A hilltop temple town at the mouth of Qutang Gorge, linked to poetry and history of the Three Gorges.
10
Baiheliang Underwater Museum
A museum built around an ancient stone ridge on the Yangtze riverbed, used to record river levels.
11
Project 816 Site
A former underground military factory near Chongqing, now open as a visitor site.
12
People’s Square
A central city square in Chongqing, a stop on the city tour.
13
Liziba Station
A Chongqing metro station where the light rail runs through a residential building, a popular photo spot.
14
Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street
The central pedestrian shopping district of Chongqing, with the Liberation Monument at its centre.
15
Hongyadong
A stilted riverside complex in Chongqing that lights up at night, visited on the city tour.
Know before you go
China tips
Practical tips for China, from entry rules to what to eat. General guidance for a Philippine traveller — rules and prices change, so confirm the latest before you fly. Need a hand with the visa or tickets? Our team is glad to help.
Entry requirements
Tourist visa required
Philippine passport holders need a Chinese tourist (L) visa arranged before travel — our ticketing desk can walk you through the requirements. Passport valid 6+ months with blank pages. No vaccinations are required.
Money
Renminbi (¥); go cashless
China runs on mobile pay — set up Alipay or WeChat Pay and link a Visa/Mastercard before you fly; they now work for tourists almost everywhere. Carry some cash as backup. Tipping is not customary. Budget roughly ₱2,000–3,500 a day for meals and extras.
Weather & what to pack
Four seasons; check your month
Shanghai has hot, humid summers and cold winters; Yunnan (Kunming, Lijiang) is mild by day but cool at night and sits at altitude. Layers, a warm jacket, comfortable shoes, sunblock and a rain layer cover most dates.
Getting around
Metro plus Didi
City metros are fast, cheap and signed in English; use the Didi app (with in-app English) for taxis. Your package covers airport transfers and a private coach on tour days, and high-speed trains link the cities.
Language
Mandarin; little English
English is limited outside hotels, so keep translations handy. Useful words: Nǐ hǎo (hello), Xièxie (thank you), Duōshǎo qián? (how much?). Your guide translates throughout the tour.
Culture & etiquette
Mind the customs
Give and receive items with both hands, never stand chopsticks upright in rice, and queue patiently. Photography can be restricted at temples and official sites — follow the signs and your guide.
Safety & health
Very safe; carry your passport
China is very safe with low street crime; carry your passport as ID. Drink bottled or boiled water. Emergencies: police 110, ambulance 120. Keep your hotel’s name in Chinese to show taxi drivers.
Connectivity
VPN + roaming, not a local SIM
Google, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram are blocked in China — install a trusted VPN before you arrive. The easiest data is an international roaming SIM/eSIM that routes outside the firewall. WeChat keeps you in touch and pays.
Must-see sights & food
The Bund & Lijiang old town
See Shanghai’s Bund skyline and Yu Garden, or Yunnan’s Stone Forest, Lijiang old town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Try xiaolongbao soup dumplings, hotpot, roast duck and Yunnan rice noodles.
Four days in Shanghai with a full day at Shanghai Disneyland (1-day pass included), Xinshi Ancient Town, the Bund, Nanjing Road and city shopping stops, on a China Eastern flight from Cebu.
A relaxed Shanghai city break on Cebu Pacific: the Bund, Nanjing Road, Chenghuang Temple, Wukang Road and Florentia Town, with a free day for optional Disneyland.
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