
A 4-star archaized imperial style cruise ship constructed in 1996, Qian Long is the only dragon shaped deluxe ship sailing on Yangtze River. For a long time, dragon symbolizes China and it is said to represent the spirits of Chinese people. Dragon actually is the theme of the ship: not only can they be found on beams and painted rafters, also they were sculptured in beds and chairs. Throughout the ship, from reception hall to bedrooms, dragons in various postures are to be found everywhere. Even musical instruments and dances played aboard, paintings and calligraphic works on walls, are all related to dragon in a certain way. The ship is 93 meters long and 16.4 wide, with a draft of 3.5 meters. Total tonnage is 5180 and maximum speed in still water is 32 km per hour. Total capacity is 160 passengers. The ship is equipped with central air-conditioning, closed circuit TV, international satellite communication, bar and coffee shop, library, gym, beauty salon, sauna and massage. (Yichang to Chongqing) Day1: 19:00-21:00 pm embark at Yichang Day2 07:00 am depart from Yichang Shore Excursion to Three Gorges Dam site Pass Three Gorges Dam 5-stage ship lock Day3 Shore Excursion to Shennong Stream or Lesser Three Gorges Pass Wu Gorge and Qutang Gorge Day4 Shore excursion to Fengdu Gost City or Shibaozhai Day5 About 08:00 am arrive in Chongqing Port and disembark the cruise Itineraries and times are subject to change according to river conditions. (Yichang to Chongqing)
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