
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
Chongqing to Yichang Day1 08:00 set sail from Chongqing city 15:00-17:30 Shore excursion to Fengdu-the City of Devils or the new residential district Day2 07:00-08:00 Passing through the first--Qutang gorge 09:00-11:00 Shore excursion--small three gorges and lesser small three gorges 14:00-15:00 Passing through the second--Wu gorge 17:30-18:00 Passing through the third-Xiling gorge 20:00-21:00 Passing through the ship-lock of the new three gorges dam Day3 07:30-09:30 Shore excursion the new three gorges dam 11:30 Disembarkation at Yichang city (Chongqing to Yichang) High Seasons Shoulder Seasons RMB2850 RMB2520
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 Remarks: 1.High seasons: April 4,2008 to May 31,2008 September 1,2008 to October 31,2008 Shoulder seasons: June 1,2008 to August 31,2008 November 1,2008 to March 31,2009 2.Price includes accommodations, meals on aboard and land-excursions during the cruise.

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