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Blue Whale

No.YC21

Ship Specifications

Renovates: 2010-03
Passenger Decks: 6
Total Passengers: 208
Length: 96.50m
Beam/Width: 16.00m
Gross Tonage: --T

The Blue Whale, a 5-star cruising ship on the Yangtze, is like a real blue whale cruising in ocean. Her large conference center is probably the best conference site on the Yangtze River. The Blue Whale is the only ship on the Yangtze outfitted with blue tinted glass allowing you to peer into bright sky and hidden vistas. Cruising on this ship, guests can have a leisure vacation as well as an exciting trip.

Cruise Itinerary

Cabin Types

Cuisine & Services

Facilities & Activities

Ship Pictures

Here's your cruise itineraryBlue Whale

Chongqing to Yichang (Downstream)
Yichang to Chongqing (Upstream)

Day	Itinerary	Meal
Day 1	19:00-20:00 Check in Chongqing Port and pre-board 22:00 Depart Chongqing	None
Day 2	07:00 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 09:00 Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board 09:00-12:00 Shore excursion to Fengdu town-"Ghost City" 14:00-16:30 Cultural activities and Conference time 18:30 Welcome banquet held by captain 21:00 Dancing & singing performance	B/L/D
Day 3	08:00-10:30 Shore excursion to the White Kingdom City (One`s own expenses) 10:30-11:00 Sail through the Qutang Gorge 12:30-16:30 Wushan- shore excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges 17:00-18:00 Sail through the Wuxia Gorge 18:00 Farewell Dinner 19:30-21:00 Sail through Xiling Gorge (western section) 22:00-24:00 Pass the ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam	B/L/D
Day 4	06:30 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 08:00-10:30 Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam 10:30-11:30 Sail through Xiling Gorge (eastern section) 12:00 Arrive at Yichang Port	B

Day	Itinerary	Meal
Day 1	19:00-20:00 Yichang Port check-in and pre-board	None
Day 2	07:00 Depart Yichang 07:00 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 07:00-09:00 Sail through Xiling Gorge (eastern section) 08:00 Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board 09:00-11:30 Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam 12:00-16:00 Pass the ship locks of the Three Gorges Dam 16:00-18:00 Sail through Xiling Gorge (western section) 18:00 Welcome banquet held by captain 20:00 Dancing & singing performance	B/L/D
Day 3	06:30 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 08:00-12:00 Badong-shore excursion-drifting in the Shennong Stream 12:30-15:00 Sail through the Wuxia Gorge 16:00-16:30 Sail through the Qutang Gorge 16:30-19:00 Shore excursion to the White Kingdom City (One`s own expenses)	B/L/D
Day 4	06:30 Breakfast and Morning Coffee 08:30-10:30 Shore excursion to Fengdu town-"Ghost City" 13:30-16:30 Cultural activities and Conference time 19:00 Farewell Dinner	B/L/D
Day 5	09:00 Arrive at Chongqing Port	B

Itineraries and times are subject to change according to river conditions. Times noted above are schedule times.
If the attractions listed in itinerary can not be reached because of river conditions, we will arrange other attractions.
We might arrange some optional attractions for visitors to choose in case that it will not affect the itinerary.

Cabin TypesBlue Whale

Standard Cabin

Total Cabins: 99
Cabin Area: 22.00 (square meters)
Cabin Layout: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 balcony
Bed Type: 2 single beds
Cabin Facilities: Telephone, Television, Refrigerator, Bathtub/Shower

Picture of Standard Cabin

Layout of Standard Cabin

Business Suite

Total Cabins: 3
Cabin Area: 29.50 (square meters)
Cabin Layout: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1 balcony
Bed Type: 2 single beds
Cabin Facilities: Telephone, Television, Refrigerator, Bathtub/Shower

Picture of Business Suite

Layout of Business Suite

Presidential Suite

Total Cabins: 2
Cabin Area: 41.50 (square meters)
Cabin Layout: 1 bedroom, 1 living room, 1 bathroom, 1 balcony
Bed Type: 1 Queen-size Bed
Cabin Facilities: Fruit Basket, Telephone, Television, Refrigerator, Bathtub/Shower

Picture of Presidential Suite

Layout of Presidential Suite

CuisineBlue Whale

Chinese and Western Buffet

Different types of buns, toasts and muffins; Chinese and western cold dishes; vegetable and fruit salads; Chinese main courses; porridges; fruit juice and milk.

Chinese Table Meal

Meals with local characteristic, including appetizer, cold dish, hot dish, daily soup, main course, dessert and Fruit Platter. Soft drinks and tea are provided.

Everyday’s food is different. We will offer dilicious food with different themes. Free coffee is also provided 1 hour before breakfast.
Table size is 10 persons per table. We will arrange the seats in accordance with the nationalities, groups and diet habbits of the guests.
Please advise the reception desk of your requirements while boarding if your are a vegetarian or a guest in special diet.

ServiceBlue Whale

Itinerary Notice

Daily itinerary is displayed in lobby and will be sent to your cabin. According to river conditions, changes will be broadcasted.
Interpretation

The tourist guides are responsible to introduce the facilities, services onboard, the attractions, and answer your questions.
Business Center

Provides online surfing, email reading and e-card sending services.
Luggage Porterage

After boarding, your luggages will be transported by porters. All you need to do is to tell your cabin number to the guide or receptionist.
Room Service

If you need to have meals in your cabin, please contact reception desk or room service center.
Laundry Service

Please fill up the laundry form and put your clothes into the laundry bag, then cruise staff will pick it up or please hand the laundry bag to room service center.
Photograph Service

Professional photographers will capture the eternal moments of your vacation. If you need, please directly consult the photographers.

FacilitiesBlue Whale

Sauna
Gym
Public Washroom
Sun Decks
Radio Room
Conference Center
Massage
Beauty Salon
Front View Stand
Banquet Hall
Bar
Karaoke
Multi-function Hall
Dancing/Disco
Card Room
Reading Room
Cafe
Health Clinic
Business Center
Shop
Reception Desk
Lobby

ActivitiesBlue Whale

Fashion Show

Bring your camera and smiles with you, because the cruise staff will show you the most beautiful fashionable clothes of different dynasties in China, including Han Dynasty (220-206B.C.); Traditional clothes from different parts of China present different cultures of China.
Feature Films

If you are willing to stay in cabin, you can watch exiting feature films as soon as you turn on the TV.
Lectures

Lectures of varying themes about Chinese history and culture make your cruise more colorful. Lectures includes Three Gorges Dam Projects, Chinese Medicine and Traditional Paintings of China.
Tai Chi Chuan

It is a profound Chinese martial art with hardness and softness. Daily practice keeps your body fit and healthy, promotes mental clarity, and also keeps the balance of Yin and Yang. It is also good for your beauty.
Tea Ceremony

People can get closer and improve morality by making tea, appreciating tea and drinking tea. Tea drinking makes your mind peaceful. This matches with eastern philosophy. We will arrange time for guests to try this art of ancient times.

Reserve this ShipBlue Whale

Step 1 : Select Route

Chongqing to Yichang (Downstream)
Yichang to Chongqing (Upstream)

Step 2 : Select Sailing Date

Step 3 : Select Cabin Type and Your CountryCheck Price Details

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