Unlike sea or ocean cruises, in-land river cruises feature narrow rivers, fast flowing water and submerged rocks, especially the upper reaches of the Yangtze. During the low water period (i.e. in winter), some waterways become endangered for ships with a large draft.
Most river boats are large enough to provide comfort and elegance, yet small enough for personalized service. On the Yangtze the cruise ships are usually about 330 - 400 feet in length, 56 - 60 feet in beam and 6-9 feet in draught with excellent stability. To ensure stability and on board security, most ships are well-designed and fully equipped.
Equipped with finest navigational equipment available
Built with two separate and distinct double hulls to ensure safe passage through rocky shoals
Crash proof
Wind-resistant
Built with fire-resistant walls and heat-sensitive sprinkler systems
Ecologically compliant
Equipped with state-of-art satellite communications
Regular maintenance enables year-round operation
Lifesaving facilities in case of emergency
The following ships have been verified by the National Ministry of Communications of PRC and obtained the right to receive foreign travelers.
Princess Sheena, Princess Elaina, Princess Jeannia
Regal China Cruises
East King & East Queen
Orient Royal Cruise Ltd
Victoria I, II
Victoria Cruise Inc.
President No.1
Yangtze Bright Star Cruse Ltd
Splendid China
Hubei Yangtze River Splendid China Cruise Co. Ltd
Yangtze
Hubei Overseas Travel Group Ltd Cruise Co.
Yangtze Paradise
Hubei Overseas Travel Group Ltd Cruise Co.
Blue Whale, China Sunshine, Yangtze Star, Yangtze Pearl, Isabella series (Guobin 1 to 9)
Changjiang Cruise Overseas Travel Co.
Qianfeng, Queen
Chongqing Qiaofeng Shipping Co., Ltd
Dipper Star (Beidou)
Chongqing Dayou Int'l Cruise Travel Co., Ltd
China Dream, China Glory
International Yangtze Cruiser of Three Gorges (Chongqing) Co., Ltd
Merchant, Zhaojun
Yichang Three Gorges Int'l Cruiser Club Co., Ltd
Pinghu 2000, Three Kingdoms, Qianlong
Ping Hu Cruise Co., Ltd
Dreamland
Changjiang Cruise Overseas Travel Co.
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