Top 9 Best-value Yangtze River Cruises 2025/2026

The 2023 ship along the Yangtze River with the superb comfort: Century Oasis, the best large and deluxe 5-star Yangtze River cruise under the management of Century Cruises, was just making her inaugural cruise in the spring of 2023. Together with her sister cruises, Century Victory, the ninth ship of Century Cruises, made its successful maiden voyage on July 11, 2022, and Century Glory, the eighth ship of Century Cruises, they are all featured with new technologies, including electronic propulsion, rudder propeller and low-emission system, representing the "new ear of China's Yangtze River cruise industry". These vessels create an exciting onboard experience and offer the greatest comfort and indulgence for every traveler. It is an unparalleled opportunity to explore authentic China between Chongqing and Yichang by cruising on the sleek and chic new ship.

Largest ship among all the Yangtze Cruises: This brand new ship is also the largest vessel on Yangtze River, with 150 meters in length and a width of 21.2 meters, as well as 7 decks. It can hold 650 guests in total which is the largest capacity among all the Yangtze River Cruises. Besides, every traveler will feel comfortable no matter where you stay and can enjoy every minute at delicately-designed public areas, like grand lobby, observation lounge, sun deck bar, century theater, gym, pavilion VIP restaurant, globe dining room, fitness center...

Diverse choices for accommodation: Designed trying to meet every traveler’s demand, Century Glory has different kinds of cozy cabins and suites. No matter you are family with kids, celebrating anniversary or going on a honeymoon trip/ business trip, you can find your best choice here! There are Deluxe Cabins, Deluxe Suites, Interior Suites, Anniversary Suites, Family Suites, Executive Suites, and Presidential Suites. Match your choice, right?!

Proud winner: Victoria Jenna is one of the newest and largest Victoria Cruises and proudly selected as a Silver Award Winner for the Magellan Awards’ River Cruise Ship category by Travel Weekly. It takes you to enjoy the fantastic river view and places of interests between Chongqing and Yichang.

Low price & superior service: offering unbeatable nice price but also provides luxury cruising experience, destination-focused onboard activities, alternative eatery, which is all due to the superior American management. Western customers will indeed get what they really want. There is no wonder that it has earned the best feedbacks among all the Victoria Cruise ships and serves for the friends and families of our guests after their recommendation of Victoria Jenna.

Large room for sceneries: On the ship, cabins are large and each one is provided with a private balcony for sightseeing.

5-star deluxe cruise vessel: Century Legend and Century Paragon are sister cruise ships with the same the facilities and European-style decorations. They meet the high criteria of a luxury river cruise in China and Asia for international cruise travelers and boasts the same comfort and amenities as those in an international five-star hotel. Its innovative design ensures an almost vibration-free and environmentally friendly voyage along the river.

You’ll enjoy every moment when you stay onboard from the modern facilities to the highest level of service. Furthermore, with free Wi-Fi access on the whole cruise, all guests will have more fun time onboard for entertainment and social media sharing.

Yangtze 3 is the latest high-end cruise ship launched by Changhai Cruises in 2022. Combining the practicality and convenience of Western design with the aesthetics and luxury of Chinese culture, the Yangtze 3 is a pinnacle of river cruise ship design. It also prioritizes green environmental protection and intelligent engineering. A cruise vacation with this vessel is exceptional not only in terms of the exterior but also the interior decoration, the service facilities, and the cabin supplies. All of these elements are eco-friendly, modern, luxurious, and quality, making it one of the most memorable vacations ever.

In addition, Yangtze 3 is one of the few top luxury cruise ships that offer an all-inclusive tour package, which means that all attractions and onshore experiences are included in the ticket price from the moment of boarding, so passengers do not need to pay extra. As for the itinerary, Yangtze 3 offers an exclusive onshore excursion called the Wuhsan Goddess Sky Road (神女天路), which provides tourists with a vantage viewing platform atop the surrounding mountains to take in the Three Gorges.

Choice of Celebrities: New Yangzi Explorer is the TOP LUXURY ship among all the Yangtze River cruise ships. Many financial and political magnates, such as Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and Henry Kissinger, chose this ship for their Yangtze cruise. With the super 5 star facilities, as well as many years outstanding service experience, Yangtze Explorer can serve you in the most comfortable and luxury way.

Advanced services: It has the lowest passenger capacity of only 148 people, while the capacities of other 5-star ships are always around 300. Here, you can own a standard cabin of 31 sq.m with a private balcony (of 3.4 sq.m). You will never be bothered by the crowds.