Yangtze Cruises FAQ

Cruising experience:

• What can we see along the Yangtze River?
• What is the difference between upstream and downstream sailings?
• Is there an extra charge for the entertainments on board?
• Do I have to take part in the scheduled activities or can I just relax on my own?
• What is the newest condition of the Three Gorges Project?
• How long will it take for ships to pass through the five-level ship locks?

1. What can we see along the Yangtze River?
   

   Along the Yangtze River, you will pass many cities, the Three Gorges and Three Gorges Dam, and different ships may choose to have different shore excursions, but generally speaking, you will have shore excursions to the "Ghost City"-Fengdu, or Wanzhou or Shibaozhai, a one day excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges or Shennong Stream, and one day at the Three Gorges Dam.
   Please note that the scenic spots and the whole journey may be adjusted due to the weather or the conditions of water.

2. What is the difference between upstream and downstream sailings?
   

   1) A cruise downstream takes less time.
   2) For cruising downstream the ship will drop anchor at midnight, and start sailing again in the early morning, while the upstream cruise keeps sailing both day and night. Because of this, on the downstream cruise there is much less noise at night and you can get a better night's sleep.
   3) For many ships, the downstream cruise is more expensive than the upstream cruise.
   4) The excursion sites are also different.

3. Is there an extra charge for the entertainments on board?
   

   No. On board, the entertainment like live shows, movies, special lectures and DIY classes are all free of charge.

4. Do I have to take part in the scheduled activities or can I just relax on my own?

   It is completely up to you. You can choose to join in all the scheduled activities or simply relax and enjoy the scenery passing by.

5. What is the newest condition of the Three Gorges Project?

   The Three Gorges Project is the world's largest hydroelectric power plant. It was started in 1994 and will be finished in 2009. Now the project has entered into its 3rd phase of construction. During this phase, all the turbine generator units will commence generating electricity, and the entire hinge project will be successfully completed.

6. How long will it take for ships to pass through the five-level ship locks?
   It will take ships approximately two and a half hours to pass through the five-level ship locks.
   

Most Frequently Asked Questions:

• What does your price of the cruise include?
• Do I need a ticket to get on board?
• What time can be board the Cruise?
• Is there an extra charge for the entertainments on board?
• What kind of food will be served on board?

Other related topics:

1. Booking a cruise
2. Prepare for your cruise
3. Boarding
4. About the ship service
5. Miscellaneous

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