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12-Night Trip

Yangtze Sampler Small Ship Cruise + Tour

Tour, Small Ship/Yacht, Group Tour, Private Tour
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Delight in our 5-star hotels and China's finest all-balcony Small Ship - and let our expert Chinese Trip Leader bring you deeper inside the history and culture of their native land. And with never more than 16 guests, our exclusive cultural encounters and pre-paid premium shore excursions promise experiences you won't find on other tours.
12 Nights Starting At
Per Person

June 11, 2026 through June 23, 2026
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June 08, 2026 12:00 AM
Xiling Deck Suite
Save $600 per couple + $300 solo
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Interests
  • Luxury
  • Small Group
Itinerary Map
Itinerary Overview
Day 3
The Great Wall
Day 4
Fly to Yichang + Embark your Yangtze Cruise
Day 5
Xiling Gorge + The Three Gorges Dam
Day 6
Up Shennong Stream + Through the Three Gorges
Day 7
Ashore in Fuling
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12 Nights from $8,599.00 (USD) Per Person
Xiling Deck Suite
June 08, 2026 12:00 AM
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12 Nights from $8,399.00 (USD) Per Person
Main Deck Suite
October 13, 2025 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
October 13, 2025 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
October 13, 2025 12:00 AM
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Qutang Deck Luxury Suite
October 13, 2025 12:00 AM
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Qutang Deck Ambassador Suite
October 13, 2025 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
April 06, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
April 06, 2026 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
April 06, 2026 12:00 AM
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Qutang Deck Luxury Suite
April 06, 2026 12:00 AM
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April 06, 2026 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
May 04, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
May 04, 2026 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
May 04, 2026 12:00 AM
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May 04, 2026 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
June 08, 2026 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
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Main Deck Suite
August 10, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
August 10, 2026 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
August 10, 2026 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
August 31, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
August 31, 2026 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
September 14, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
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Wu Deck Suite
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Qutang Deck Luxury Suite
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Qutang Deck Ambassador Suite
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Main Deck Suite
October 05, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
October 05, 2026 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
October 05, 2026 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
October 12, 2026 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
October 12, 2026 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
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Main Deck Suite
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Xiling Deck Suite
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Wu Deck Suite
April 05, 2027 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
May 03, 2027 12:00 AM
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Wu Deck Suite
May 03, 2027 12:00 AM
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Qutang Deck Luxury Suite
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Main Deck Suite
June 07, 2027 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
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Wu Deck Suite
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Qutang Deck Luxury Suite
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Main Deck Suite
August 30, 2027 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
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Wu Deck Suite
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Qutang Deck Luxury Suite
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Main Deck Suite
September 13, 2027 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
October 04, 2027 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
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Wu Deck Suite
October 04, 2027 12:00 AM
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Main Deck Suite
October 11, 2027 12:00 AM
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Xiling Deck Suite
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Wu Deck Suite
October 11, 2027 12:00 AM
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About Yangzi Explorer

Ship Overview
Yangzi Explorer

Cruising the scenic heart of the Yangtze River between Chongqing and Yichang, on Yangzi Explorer, attentive personalized service and breathtaking accommodations await as you float along the river.

Our 3-night cruise aboard Yangzi Explorer takes you through the scenic heart of the Yangtze River, the Three Gorges, with included shore excursions. The 5-star Yangzi Explorer boasts the highest ship staff-to-guest ratio on the river. All cabins include a mini bar, bathrobes and slippers, phone, private safety box, TV, hair dryer, and private balcony. Offering all the amenities one would expect at a 5-star hotel, Yangzi Explorer features a fitness center; multi-language library; spa facilities; theater; lounge; and espresso bar. International buffets are offered for breakfast and lunch, while dinner tempts with a variety of international and Chinese specialties; wine and beer are included with meals aboard the ship. The Yangzi Explorer cruises between Chongqing and Yichang.

Ship Details
Ship's Registry
China
Year Built
1995
Year Refurbished
2008
Ship Length
300 ft
Ship Beam
54 ft
Cruising Speed
10 knots
Gross Tonnage
5900
Total Capacity
124
Crew Size
130
Laundry Service
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available
Welcome Aboard Yangzi Explorer

Yangzi Explorer
Offering personalized service and exceptional accommodations on the Yangtze River.
Carrying just 124 passengers, The Yangzi Explorer sets a new standard in Chinese cruising — more intimacy and luxury. Offering spacious staterooms, all with private balconies, and the highest crew to passenger ratio on the river. Yangzi Explorer strives to give guests the best possible experience as they cruise through the scenic heart of the Yangtze River.

Lobby
During leisure time, see what the on-board shops have to offer, head to the library, keep up with your workout routine in the gym or find a comfortable lounge chair on deck.

Yangzi Explorer's Duplex Theater
The onboard duplex theater hosts performances, lectures and discussions.
Yangzi Explorer's Tang theater offers lectures, discussions, performances and crew shows. The accompanying in-theater bar serves drink specialties from around the world.

Dining Room
Leading international executive chefs serve international and Chinese dishes for guests.
International buffets are offered for breakfast and lunch while dinner tempts with a variety of international and Chinese specialties – if you're still hungry, there's even a complimentary midnight snack.

Explorer Deck
Sunbathe or participate in some morning Tai Chi on the Yangzi Explorer's Explorer Deck.
Partake in some early morning Tai Chi or, during leisure time see what the on-board shops have to offer, head to the library, keep up with your workout routine in the gym or find a comfortable lounge chair on the deck to relax in as you take in sights of wondrous China.

Onboard Experience

With the highest staff-to-guest-ratio on the Yangtze, you know you are going to be totally taken care of aboard the Yangzi Explorer. Wake up in your recently renovated stateroom showcasing contemporary Chinese design elements complete with new amenities ranging from bed linens to bathrobes and slippers. A fully stocked minibar, TV, phone, hairdryer, and private safety box are also available for you along with coffee and tea starting at 6:30 am. Step out onto your private deck to admire the views as you prepare for an optional Tai Chi exercise class from a certified master to get the blood flowing and stretch out your body for the exciting day ahead. A team of internationally-trained chefs prepare an innovative mix of both Chinese and western dishes starting with a buffet breakfast consisting of an endless array of options to choose from. Start the day with breakfast your way… every day with dietary restrictions always taken into consideration. Spend the morning sailing past Qutang Gorge with its steep precipices, narrow canyons, and high mountains and then onto Wu Gorge, home to the famous 12 peaks of the Wushan Mountains before enjoying a delicious buffet lunch with an opportunity to try something new or perhaps indulge in an old favorite. Refreshed from lunch, you have the opportunity to head out for a unique ride along the Shennong Stream on a sampan – a traditional longboat rowed by expert Tujia boatmen… as you gently float past this stunning riverine gorge flanked by verdant forest. After a day filled with unprecedented scenery, enjoy some time to yourself as you attend various presentations onboard including a Chinese brush painting and calligraphy class or perhaps a massage in one of the six uniquely designed oriental private treatment rooms. The many lounges and bars onboard offer the perfect locations to sit and chat with new friends. Dinner is served in the single-seating style Dynasty Palace on the Main Deck in a la carte style and offers the opportunity to savor traditional Chinese cooking at its finest. Complimentary house wines and local beers are also available to round out this gastronomic experience. As bedtime calls… fall asleep dreaming of what adventures the next day holds for you as you wake up in a new and exciting location ready for a day filled with enriching cultural discoveries on many levels.

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Over 70 Years of Experience

As you prepare to turn your travel dreams into your next great adventure, be assured that we are with you every step of the way. Since 1947, we’ve been committed to providing a more caring, sustainable and authentic way to explore the world. Now we’ve turned our expertise to ensuring that we are fully prepared to show you our world in A+R Style… Without a Crowd!

Choose Your Travel Style… Always Without a Crowd

With Never More than 16 Guests, our Small Group Journeys promise personal engagement with our expert native guides and easy camaraderie with like-minded travelers. You’ll enjoy authentic dining, evocative hotels and unique cultural experiences not available to larger groups.

The Privately Guided versions of our Small Group tours and our luxury Private Journeys offer the same advantages – but allow you to choose your traveling companions. Travel any day you wish and delight in the flexible pace of touring with just your traveling party.

Custom Journeys are tailor made just for you – with expertly guided private sightseeing, unique cultural activities, hotels, and dining experiences tailored to fit your personal interests and style.

Ship Overview
Ship Overview
Yangzi Explorer

Cruising the scenic heart of the Yangtze River between Chongqing and Yichang, on Yangzi Explorer, attentive personalized service and breathtaking accommodations await as you float along the river.

Our 3-night cruise aboard Yangzi Explorer takes you through the scenic heart of the Yangtze River, the Three Gorges, with included shore excursions. The 5-star Yangzi Explorer boasts the highest ship staff-to-guest ratio on the river. All cabins include a mini bar, bathrobes and slippers, phone, private safety box, TV, hair dryer, and private balcony. Offering all the amenities one would expect at a 5-star hotel, Yangzi Explorer features a fitness center; multi-language library; spa facilities; theater; lounge; and espresso bar. International buffets are offered for breakfast and lunch, while dinner tempts with a variety of international and Chinese specialties; wine and beer are included with meals aboard the ship. The Yangzi Explorer cruises between Chongqing and Yichang.

Ship Details
Ship's Registry
China
Year Built
1995
Year Refurbished
2008
Ship Length
300 ft
Ship Beam
54 ft
Cruising Speed
10 knots
Gross Tonnage
5900
Total Capacity
124
Crew Size
130
Laundry Service
Deck Plan Details
Deck plans are not yet available

Yangzi Explorer
Offering personalized service and exceptional accommodations on the Yangtze River.
Carrying just 124 passengers, The Yangzi Explorer sets a new standard in Chinese cruising — more intimacy and luxury. Offering spacious staterooms, all with private balconies, and the highest crew to passenger ratio on the river. Yangzi Explorer strives to give guests the best possible experience as they cruise through the scenic heart of the Yangtze River.

Lobby
During leisure time, see what the on-board shops have to offer, head to the library, keep up with your workout routine in the gym or find a comfortable lounge chair on deck.

Yangzi Explorer's Duplex Theater
The onboard duplex theater hosts performances, lectures and discussions.
Yangzi Explorer's Tang theater offers lectures, discussions, performances and crew shows. The accompanying in-theater bar serves drink specialties from around the world.

Dining Room
Leading international executive chefs serve international and Chinese dishes for guests.
International buffets are offered for breakfast and lunch while dinner tempts with a variety of international and Chinese specialties – if you're still hungry, there's even a complimentary midnight snack.

Explorer Deck
Sunbathe or participate in some morning Tai Chi on the Yangzi Explorer's Explorer Deck.
Partake in some early morning Tai Chi or, during leisure time see what the on-board shops have to offer, head to the library, keep up with your workout routine in the gym or find a comfortable lounge chair on the deck to relax in as you take in sights of wondrous China.

With the highest staff-to-guest-ratio on the Yangtze, you know you are going to be totally taken care of aboard the Yangzi Explorer. Wake up in your recently renovated stateroom showcasing contemporary Chinese design elements complete with new amenities ranging from bed linens to bathrobes and slippers. A fully stocked minibar, TV, phone, hairdryer, and private safety box are also available for you along with coffee and tea starting at 6:30 am. Step out onto your private deck to admire the views as you prepare for an optional Tai Chi exercise class from a certified master to get the blood flowing and stretch out your body for the exciting day ahead. A team of internationally-trained chefs prepare an innovative mix of both Chinese and western dishes starting with a buffet breakfast consisting of an endless array of options to choose from. Start the day with breakfast your way… every day with dietary restrictions always taken into consideration. Spend the morning sailing past Qutang Gorge with its steep precipices, narrow canyons, and high mountains and then onto Wu Gorge, home to the famous 12 peaks of the Wushan Mountains before enjoying a delicious buffet lunch with an opportunity to try something new or perhaps indulge in an old favorite. Refreshed from lunch, you have the opportunity to head out for a unique ride along the Shennong Stream on a sampan – a traditional longboat rowed by expert Tujia boatmen… as you gently float past this stunning riverine gorge flanked by verdant forest. After a day filled with unprecedented scenery, enjoy some time to yourself as you attend various presentations onboard including a Chinese brush painting and calligraphy class or perhaps a massage in one of the six uniquely designed oriental private treatment rooms. The many lounges and bars onboard offer the perfect locations to sit and chat with new friends. Dinner is served in the single-seating style Dynasty Palace on the Main Deck in a la carte style and offers the opportunity to savor traditional Chinese cooking at its finest. Complimentary house wines and local beers are also available to round out this gastronomic experience. As bedtime calls… fall asleep dreaming of what adventures the next day holds for you as you wake up in a new and exciting location ready for a day filled with enriching cultural discoveries on many levels.

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With Never More than 16 Guests, our Small Group Journeys promise personal engagement with our expert native guides and easy camaraderie with like-minded travelers. You’ll enjoy authentic dining, evocative hotels and unique cultural experiences not available to larger groups.

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About Alexander+Roberts

TRAVEL IN GOOD COMPANY…

Alexander+Roberts is a founding member of the United States Tour Operator’s Association, the travel industry’s most respected trade organization.

Cited by the New York Times, Washington Post, Travel + Leisure and NBC’s Today Show among others, the company is hailed for providing personalized service, superior value and authentic travel experiences that hew to the founder’s original mission to deepen understanding and appreciation of other peoples, cultures and nations.

Alexander+Roberts has also been recognized by the editorial staff of TravelAge West as one of America’s best tour companies for Asia,  Latin America and the Middle East.

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Prices are per-person based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.