Century Sun
Century Sun is the No. 3 Century cruise ship and one of the best Yangtze ships for a comfortable business holiday. Strictly managed with Century Cruises’ high standard European styled service pursuit, the ship offers top great facilities and services for a memorable Yangtze River sailing trip of thousands of foreign visitors!
Cruise Route:
Century Sun Cruise Ship Itinerary in 2024
Map of Century Sun's Itinerary
Embarkation
- Highlights of Today
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- Board the ship at Chaotianmen Dock in Chongqing at 16:30-20:00 and check in; (Notice! Downstream Port Change 2024: Affected by the seasonal change in the water level of the Yangtze River, there may be changes in the embarkation dock of the downstream voyage. In that case, Century Cruises will organize tourists to arrive at the designated place before the specified time and transfer guests safely and complimentary to other docks for embarkation. Please be aware of this situation and keep in touch with your consultant. March 2024)
- Appreciate the stunning night view of Chongqing;
- Attend embarkation safety briefing & facilities onboard introduction;
- Depart from Chongqing at around 21:00;
- Join in Captain's Welcome Reception.
- Dining
- Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet; 18:30-20:00)
Yangtze River Cruise
- Highlights of Today
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- Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (Included);
(This 1,900 year old site is interesting and meaningful to know Chinese culture, telling the traditional Chinese belief of that those pure spirits would be rewarded and those sinful ones would be subject to severe punishments with many statues and scenes in the traditional architectures.)
- Shore excursion to Feng Yan San Guo Show (Optional; CNY290 pp)
(It is the marvelous large-scale real landscape show about the brilliant historical culture of the Three Kingdoms Period about over 1,800 year ago and the spirit of loyalty of great military officer Guan Yu.)
- Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (Included);
- Entertaiment Onboard
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- Learn to practice Tai Chi with onboard doctor in early morning;
- Spend fun time with lectures and cultural activities onboard;
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet); Morning tea & coffee; Midnight snacks
Yangtze River Cruise
- Highlights of Today
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- Shore excursion to White Emperor City in Fengjie County (Optional; CNY 290/pp)
(Famous Chinese Ancient “Poem City” mentioned in about 1,400 Chinese poems. It tells the touching story of Liu Bei entrusting his son to his prime minister, Zhuge Liang. Don't forget to take a 10-yuan note with you! The Kui Gate Viewing Platform at the White Emperor City is the best place to take an amazing PiP.)
- Sail through Qutang Gorge (Included)
(Qutang Gorge is the shortest, most dramatic and magnificent gorge among the three gorges and lets you admire the view of Kuimen Gate printed on the 10 RMB Chinese Note.);
- Sail through Wu Gorge (Included)
(Wu Gorge is deep and pretty with rising peaks, peculiar rocks, rolling cutting cliffs making a picturesque winding gallery boasting abundant natural wonders.);
- Shore excursion to Shennv Stream (Included);
(The painting-like natural wonderland to appreciate the primitive waterscape with strange rocks, verdant peculiar peaks, winding water, in the serene valley with crispy chirps of at Yangtze. )
- Shore excursion to White Emperor City in Fengjie County (Optional; CNY 290/pp)
- Entertaiment Onboard
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- Learn to practice Tai Chi with onboard doctor in early morning;
- Enjoy cruise cabaret shows/talent show.
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet); Morning tea & coffee; Midnight snacks
Disembarkation
- Highlights of Today
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- Ship disembarkation at Maoping Port at 08:00;
- Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam Project Site (Included);
(It is the world's largest hydroelectric station and the biggest dam project in the whole China contributing a lot to the flood control, electricity generation, shipping, etc. and is the No.2 essence of a Yangtze River cruise trip.
To optimize guests’ travel experience, Century Cruises made a careful selection of spots to be visited, settling down the two best highlights, River Closure Memorial Park and the Three Gorges Dam Project Museum in 2024, which are less crowded and offer extensive views. During the onshore excursion, visitors can admire the panoramic view of the dam from a distance, get a detailed understanding of the construction process, the significance of the project, appreciating the crystallization of human wisdom. ) - Bus riding to Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal at Yichang downtown for leaving. (Reference Time: 12:30/13:30)
- Shore experience of Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift (Optional; CNY 320/pp);
(It is the largest and the most sophisticated ship lift in the whole world with the lifting height of about 113 meters. For guests who are looking forward to the most complete and in-depth experience at the Three Gorges Dam Site, we recommend this optional excursion, during which travelers are provided with the opportunities to observe the structural body at an accessible distance.)
During the peak season, the Ship Lift activity has been in full swing. Demand exceeds supply, so a large crowd of people from different ships will be on the boat. In more extreme cases, you may not be able to get a seat but stand. It is recommended to carefully consider joining the program if you are concerned about the impact of a large number of tourists on your experience.
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet);
Embarkation
- Highlights of Today
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- Take the arranged shuttle bus at Yichang East Railway Station or Visitor Center of Three Gorges Tourist Resort (Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal) and board the ship at Maoping Port at 17:30-20:00;
- Embarkation safety briefing & facilities introduction.
- Dining
- Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet; 18:30-20:30)
Yangtze River Cruise
- Highlights of Today
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- A: Shore experience of Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift (Optional; CNY 320/pp);
(It is the largest and the most sophisticated ship lift in the whole world with the lifting height of about 113 meters. For guests who are looking forward to the most complete and in-depth experience at the Three Gorges Dam Site, we recommend this optional excursion, during which travelers are provided with the opportunities to observe the structural body at an accessible distance.)
During the peak season, the Ship Lift activity has been in full swing. Demand exceeds supply, so a large crowd of people from different ships will be on the boat. In more extreme cases, you may not be able to get a seat but stand. It is recommended to carefully consider joining the program if you are concerned about the impact of a large number of tourists on your experience.
- B: Shore excursion to Tribe of Three Gorge to visit Longjin Stream Scenic Area (Optinoal; CNY 290/pp);
(It is one of the best complimented scenic spots by foreign cruise visitors and is superb to get close to the particularly tranquil, primitive and nice sightseeing of villages on water, on mountain and off brook with fine exploration of interesting folk custom of Tujia minority people.)
- Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam (Included);
(It is the world largest hydroelectric station and the biggest dam project in the whole China contributing a lot to the flood control, electricity generation, shipping, etc. and is the No.2 essence of a Yangtze River cruise trip.
To optimize guests’ travel experience, Century Cruises made a careful selection of spots to be visited, settling down the two best highlights, River Closure Memorial Park and the Three Gorges Dam Project Museum in 2024, which are less crowded and offer extensive views. During the onshore excursion, visitors can admire the panoramic view of the dam from a distance, get a detailed understanding of the construction process, the significance of the project, appreciating the crystallization of human wisdom.) - Enjoy Captain's Welcome Party.
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- A: Shore experience of Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift (Optional; CNY 320/pp);
- Entertaiment Onboard
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- Learn to practice Tai Chi with onboard doctor in early morning;
- Spend fun time with cultural activities onboard;
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet); Morning tea & coffee; Midnight snacks
Yangtze River Cruise
- Highlights of Today
-
- Sail through Wu Gorge (Included);
(Wu Gorge is deep and pretty with rising peaks, peculiar rocks, rolling cutting cliffs making a picturesque winding gallery boasting abundant natural wonders.)
- Shore excursion to Shennv Stream (Included);
(The painting-like natural wonderland to appreciate the primitive waterscape with strange rocks, verdant peculiar peaks, winding water, in the serene valley with crispy chirps of at Yangtze. )
- Sail through Qutang Gorge (Included).
(Qutang Gorge is the shortest, most dramatic and magnificent gorge among the three gorges and lets you admire the view of Kuimen Gate printed on the 10 RMB Chinese Note.);
- Shore excursion to White Emperor City in Fengjie County (Optional; CNY 290/pp);
(Famous Chinese Ancient “Poem City” mentioned in about 1,400 Chinese poems. It tells the touching story of Liu Bei entrusting his son to his prime minister, Zhuge Liang. Don't forget to take a 10-yuan note with you! The Kui Gate Viewing Platform at the White Emperor City is the best place to take an amazing PiP.)
- Sail through Wu Gorge (Included);
- Entertaiment Onboard
-
- Learn to practice Tai Chi with onboard doctor in early morning;
- Take part in the onboard activities;
- Enjoy Crew Cabaret/Talent Show.
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet); Morning tea & coffee; Midnight snacks
Yangtze River Cruise
- Highlights of Today
-
- Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (Included);
(This 1,900 year old site is interesting and meaningful to know Chinese culture, telling the traditional Chinese belief of that those pure spirits would be rewarded and those sinful ones would be subject to severe punishments with many statues and scenes in the traditional architectures.)
- Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City (Included);
- Entertaiment Onboard
-
- Learn to practice Tai Chi with onboard doctor in early morning;
- Spend fun time with cultural activities onboard;
- Enjoy a evening show/movie;
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet); Lunch (Chinese & Western buffet); Dinner (Chinese & Western buffet); Morning tea & coffee; Midnight snacks
Disembarkation
- Highlights of Today
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- Ship disembarkation at Chaotianmen Dock in Chongqing at 08:30.
- Dining
- Breakfast (Chinese & Western buffet)
- Subject to Change:
Please note that all arrival and departure times, shore excursions and lectures are subject to change due to weather, river conditions and permission from the navigational authorities. The cruise company will arrange the same fabulous sightseeing if the prearranged sites cannot be visited in a particular case.
- Embarkation Tips:
(a) Please call the ship one day ahead or at least in the morning on the boarding day to have clear idea about which pier you are going to use; (b) It is better to arrive in Chongqing before 16:30 on the embarkation day; (c) There are 14 sub-pier of Chongqing Chaotianmen Port. As the car/taxi driver can only stop the car at the entrances of the port, you need to walk to your exact pier. Usually, it needs about 180 meters (about 3 minutes) to the nearest No.9 Dock, about 180-680 meters (about 3-8 minutes) to No.7, No.5, No.3 and No.1 Docks. If your cruise stops at the even-number wharfs (Wharf No. 2, 4, 6, 8, 10), we suggest changing the drop-off point to Chongqing Port Tourist Terminal (重庆港旅游码头), then following the port signs, you can easily reach the even number wharfs; (d) The boarding time and departure piers may change based on the ship line, water level, season, weather and other factors. Please pay attention to the important info your travel consultants sent to you before your boarding.
- Disembarkation Tips:
(a) You can choose to sail through the world’s largest ship lift - Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift to very closely marvel at the huge dam which is a totally fresh and exciting experience for travelers. (b) No matter you take Ship Lift or not, you’ll do check out procedure in this early morning. (c) Only dam visiting: you’ll take bus from Maoping Port to Three Gorges Dam for sightseeing. You’ll arrive in the Visitor Center of Three Gorges Tourist Resort at downtown around 12:00. (d) Dam & Ship Lift Experience: travelers who are interested in Ship Lift will first switch to a sightseeing boat to sail through the Ship Lift and then visit Three Gorges Dam Site. You’ll arrive in Yichang downtown area around 13:30. (e) Luggage Consigning for Chongqing - Yichang Disembarkation: For the national policy about the security of the Three Gorges Dam Project, no large luggage (exceeding 20cm*40cm*50cm or 5kg) is allowed to be taken into Three Gorges Dam scenic area. You could consign your luggage to Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal and get the luggage consigning document from the cruise staff on the 4th cruising day morning and gather it after you are in Yichang downtown by showing that document. The service is offered by the cruise company and some of them requires extra charge for each piece of luggage.
- Arranged Shore Excursion:
The ARRANGED shore excursions are included in your quotation, so you could visit the sites without extra charge. However, if you do not visit the sites, the fees of arranged shore excursion sites are not refunded. If you do not visit the shore excursions, you could stay on the ship to enjoy some leisure time. And for your safety, you are not allowed to leave your ship on your own.
- Optional Shore Excursions:
The OPTIONAL shore excursion needs extra charge. The optional sites will be visited depending on the number of travelers who want to go. You can visit if there are 20~30 or more people interested (the number of visitors may be adjusted based on the real situation). You have the final decision where to go or not on your own. If yes, tell the reception desk who would register for you and receive your pay in site.
- Physical Demands:
There are many stairs to climb up to Fengdu Ghost City and reach the top of Shibaozhai Pagoda / White Emperor City. Comfortable shoes are highly recommended to visit these sites.
- Chongqing / Yichang Local Transportation:
To know detailed transportation in Chongqing and Yichang, please head to How to Get to/Leave Yangtze Cruise Ports in Chongqing and Yichang.
- Dressing Code for Parties:
Travelers who attend the Captain's Welcome Reception, Yangtze Pirate Night Show should wear smart casual.
- More Travel Guide & Support:
To know more details your life onboard, like cabins, dining, drinking, service, onboard activities and lectures, please head to Yangtze River Cruise Guide 2024. You’ll find everything here.
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- The above price range is based on a standard cabin for twin sharing.
- The prices are valid by Dec.31 of the year.
- Please enquire us of the exact price according to your nationality, cruising time and cruising route.
- The cruise prices for holidays such as National Holiday (the first week of October), Labor Day, Spring Festival, etc., are quoted upon request.
- Limited winter schedules may be adjusted into other dates, cruise ships, etc. based on the arrangement of the cruise company.
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