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Yangtze Cruise Ships : Victoria Empress
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Recommended Yangtza Boats : Victoria Empress  |
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Cruise Name: Victoria Star Star-rated: 5
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Total cabins: 103 First Voyage: 2004 
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Length: 86m Width: 15m Height: 23m
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Sailing Route: Chongqing -- Yichang Price from: $480 |
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The Victoria Empress offers passengers cozy accommodations, and impeccable service. The newly reconstructed vessel provides a travel experience that focuses on the river destinations, its scenery, natural history and culture. Intimate balconies in every stateroom afford outstanding views and long lasting memories.
Designed for maximum passenger comfort, the Victoria Empress offers handsomely decorated accommodations, imported marble bathrooms, and enhanced stylish interiors exuding European refinement. Deep blue carpets and richly polished wood banisters grace the interior of the ship.
A warm, hospitable, attentive staff enables travelers to make the most of their time to relax, unwind and enjoy each moment to its fullest while embracing the enchanting river scenes of the Yangtze.
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| What can Victoria Cruises provide? |
. An American-managed company
. International multi-lingual cruise directors
. Comfortable outside cabins include picture windows and private bathrooms
. Every cabin on premier ships has a private balcony for viewing the Three Gorges scenery
. Luxurious suite accommodations feature full baths with tub and shower and a private sitting area.
. All ships are fully air conditioned
. Welcome Captain's cocktail party
. Fabulous breakfast and luncheon buffets
. Chinese dinner banquets served in an elegant single seating
. Afternoon coffee and tea
. Facilities include a business center, reading room, fitness area, gift shop, and beauty salon
. Onboard activities feature lectures on Chinese history and culture, Tai Chi lessons, and calligraphy demonstrations
. Unique evening entertainment based on ancient Chinese traditions
. Narrative by knowledgeable river guides while sailing through the Three Gorges
. Departures year round
. Latest satellite communications, HBO, BBC, and internet access on every ship |
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| Introduction Of Cabin
Facilities |
Active Window
Extension Telephone
TV
Private Bathroom
Shower
Cloth Line
Mini Bar
Life Jacket
Mineral Water
Ball-Pen
Memo Pad
Telephone Directory
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Bath Foam
Shower Cap
Bath Towel
Bath Robe
Face Towel
Hand Towel
Comb
Soap
Toothpaste
Toothbrush
Tooth Mug
Slippers |
Shoe Sponge
Laundry Bag
Voltage AV220v 50hz
Bed
Private Balcony
Hair Dryer
Mini Refrigerator
Bathtub
Weight Balance
Private Safety Box
Shampoo
Tea Bags |
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| Cruise Facilities |
Lobby
Reception Desk
Souvenir Shop
Business Center
Clinic
Cafe
Reading Room |
Card Room
Dancing Hall
Multi-Function Hall
OK Karaok
Bar
Banquet Hall
Front View Stand
Sauna |
Beauty Salon
Massage Room
Conference Center
Radio Room
Sun Deck
Public Washroom
Sauna
Gym Room |
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| Pinnacle Deck |
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| Observation Deck |
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| Bridge Deck |
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| Promenade Deck |
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| Main Deck |
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Chongqing ~ Yichang (Downstream 4days / 3 Nights)
21:00pm depart Chongqing
Day 2 Shibaozhai
Shore excursion to this impressive12-story pagoda - Shibaozhai;Optional Excursion to Fengdu (river condition permitting), visiting either the "Ghost City", known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill, or the new relocation village, built for families who have moved as a result of the Yangtze's rising waters brought about by the Three Gorges Dam. (B/L/D)
Day 3 Enter the Three Gorges / Daning River Small Gorges / Shiplocks
Enter the Three Gorges, one of nature’s most extraordinary sculptures. Today you will pass through the first two—Qutang Gorge and Wu Gorge. Qutang Gorge is the shortest (5 miles), narrownest (500 feet), and most dramatic. The 25-mile long Wu Gorge is known for its known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. Take an excursion through the Daning River Small Gorges, which are narrower than Three Goreges, but very impressive.
Enter Xiling Gorge, the longest (41 miles), and the deepest of the Three Gorges. In the evening, sail through the Three Gorges Dam Ship Locks.
Optional excursion to White Emperor City (river conditions permitting), an ancient city is overlooking the western end of Qutang Gorge. (B/L/D)
Day 4 Three Gorges Dam / Yichang
Morning visit to the Three Gorges Dam at Sandouping, the largest in the world.
Arrive Yichang at 13:30 and disembark after lunch. (B/L)
*Depending on river conditions, alternate excursions may be substituted as follows:
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Yichang ~ Chongqing (Upstream 5 days / 4 Nights)
Day 2 Three Gorges Dam / Xiling Gorge
Morning visit to the Three Gorges Dam at Sandouping, the largest in the world. Later sail through the Three Gorges Dam ship locks. Sail through Xiling Gorge, the longest (41 miles), and the deepest of the Three Goreges. (B/L/D)
Day 3 Daning River Small Gorges / Wu Gorge / Qutang Gorge
Take an excursion through the Daning River Small Gorges, which are narrower than Three Goreges, but very impressive. Enter Wu Gorge, known for its known for its quiet beauty, forest-covered mountains and cliffs so sheer that the sun barely penetrates the precipices. Then sail through Qutang Gorge, which is the shortest (5 miles), narrownest (500 feet), and most dramatic.
Optional excursion to White Emperor City (river conditions permitting), an ancient city is overlooking the western end of Qutang Gorge. (B/L/D)
Shore excursion to this impressive12-story pagoda - Shibaozhai;Optional Excursion to Fengdu (river condition permitting), visiting either the "Ghost City", known for its statues of ghosts and devils on Mingshan Hill, or the new relocation village, built for families who have moved as a result of the Yangtze's rising waters brought about by the Three Gorges Dam. (B/L/D)
Day 5 Arrive Chongqing
Disembark at picturesque Chongqing, the Mountain City. (B)
*Depending on river conditions, alternate excursions may be substituted as follows:
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Meals : (B) = Breakfast (L) = Lunch (D) = Dinner |
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| Itineraries and times are subject to change according to the river condition. |
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| REMARKS |
Prices shown in the above table are basic prices.
Prices vary with traveling seasons and are subject to unavoidable objective factors.
Please view the price details as bellows:
1. A deposit of 50% of cruise fee per person is required after a reservation. Full payment must be done within 2 days upon confirmation. Payment is non-refundable and non-transferable. After payment is made, no change is allowed
2. Prices are quoted in US Dollars and based on per person with twin beds in a standard cabin
3. Prices are subject to change without prior notice
4. Cancellation Policy:
Days prior to departure: 120 - 90 Cancellation Fee: 15% of total price
Days prior to departure: 89 - 60 Cancellation Fee: 35% of total price
Days prior to departure: 59 - 30 Cancellation Fee: 50% of total price
Days prior to departure: 29 - 0 Cancellation Fee: 100% of total price
5. Cabin confirmation is subject to availability
6. The cruise rate above is including:
--All the meals on the boat (except the dinner on the first night)
--The shore excursions listed in the itinerary
--English-speaking guide on the boat
--Captain welcome & farewell ceremony
--Night show entertainment
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The cruise rate above is exclusive:
--Personal expenses (laundry, massage, hair care etc.)
--Gratuities to service staff
--Transfer service between airport and pier
--Portage charge
Note: Rates above based on standard cabin without balcony per person. Should you need deluxe or suite cabin, please feel free to contact us. |
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| FLEET PICTURES |
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Victoria
Empress Sailing Schedules of Cruises in
2010 |
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Chongqing to
Yichang
( FRI 21:00 Downstream ) |
Yichang to
Chongqing
( MON 21:00 Upstrem ) |
MAR |
05 12 19
26 |
01 08 15 22
29 |
APR |
02 09 16 23
30 |
05 12 19
26 |
MAY |
07 14 21
28 |
03 10 17 24
31 |
JUN |
04 11 18
25 |
07 14 21
28 |
JUL |
02 09 16 23
30 |
05 12 19
26 |
AUG |
06 13 20
27 |
02 09 16 23
30 |
SEP |
03 10 17
24 |
06 13 20
27 |
OCT |
01 08 15 22
29 |
04 11 18
25 |
NOV |
05 12 19
26 |
01 08 15 22
29 |
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Explanation:
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The boldface type expressed Peak Season, other are Shoulder
Season.
2. The above schedule is subject to change without
notice in advance. |
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