Highlights

Explore the engineering marvel of the Three Gorges Dam, visit the River Closure Park, and delve into the Three Gorges Project Museum, which showcases the dam's construction and impact.

Visit the Qu Yuan Temple, dedicated to the legendary poet, and the Hubei Three Gorges Resettlement Museum, which tells the stories of over 1.2 million people displaced by the dam.

Witness the Three Gorges Ship Lift, the world’s largest and most advanced ship lift, as the Yangzi Explorer navigates this engineering wonder. Enjoy the spectacle from the comfort of your cabin.
Wuyuan Cave: Explore this enchanting cave via a wooden sampan ride, surrounded by stunning rock formations, and enjoy local Tujia tea and snacks.

Badong Museum: Discover the rich history of the Tujia and Miao ethnic minorities at the Badong Museum, then take in panoramic views of the Yangtze from the Wu Gorge Lookout.
Experience A Journey through a Thousand Years in Badong, a captivating performance that brings the region’s history and culture to life.

Wu Gorge: Known for its majestic peaks and lush forests, this gorge is considered the most beautiful of the Three Gorges.

Qutang Gorge: The shortest and narrowest of the Three Gorges, it offers dramatic cliffs and breathtaking views, where history and nature converge.

White Emperor City: Explore this historic site, famous for its connection to the Three Kingdoms and its stunning views of Qutang Gorge.

Three Gorges Summit: Enjoy a magnificent sunset from one of the highest peaks in the Three Gorges region.

Shibaozhai Pagoda: Marvel at this ancient wooden pavilion perched on a hill, a testament to architectural ingenuity and local legends.

Xituo Ancient Town: Explore this historic town, once a vital salt trade hub, and walk along its ancient streets and steps.
Huanghua Island: Visit this enchanting island with a rich history dating back to the Song Dynasty, featuring ancient ruins and a unique island defense system.

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Itinerary

Yichang Arrival

Badong County

Fengjie County

Zhong County

Chongqing

Includes

Private transportation through out the itinerary. SRT will arrange for all travelers to be met on arrival and seen off on departure based on your flight info.
Shared accommodations in well located, tourist to superior class hotels include breakfast, service charge and government tax.
All entrance fees(shuttle bus) sightseeing; excursions and activities as per the itinerary
Domestic flights and 2nd class express train listed in the itinerary
Private friendly and professional English-Speaking guides (French, Italy, Russian, German can be arranged per your request)
Visa support letter for you to apply Chinese visa easily.
Travel and health insurance when travel with us.
8, A 24/7 helpline while you are traveling.

Excludes

International and domestic flights not indicated.
Food, Lunch or dinner not specified
Tips or gratuities for guides and drivers
Personal expenses and the other tours or activities not mentioned

TRIP NOTES

We will upgrade trains to 1st class where available if book the tour 5 months in advance of departure.
There is no problem to travel Silk Road during Ramadan.
Complimentary 2 bottles of water each person on daily use.

Transportation

We will use business MPV to luxurious coaches and trains.

Accommodation

All the hotels we selected are 4star well-located in the city center with good and proper breakfast for our clients.

Guides

Our guides are very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful. And our group tours will be escorted from SRT.

Climate and Altitude

Generally speaking Mid March—End Oct are the best time to visit Silk Road. And we strongly suggest you come in May, June, October to avoid the heat and crowd. No need to worry about high altitude along the Silk Road. We will prepare Oxygen bags if the package includes Xiahe, Qinghai Lake and Taxkorgan County.

We offer beneficial Cancellation Policy to our customers.