Gorges Prestige Retreat itinerary
This prestige retreat is designed for high-net-worth guests seeking privacy, premium health management, cultural depth, and a seamless luxury cruise experience. The journey starts with medical and TCM wellness in Chongqing, followed by a 10-day Yangtze cruise with shore excursions.
Day 1: Chongqing: Premium Checkup & Signature TCM
VIP pickup to a partner Grade-A hospital international department for a premium checkup, including blood tests, tumor markers, gastric function, bone density, thyroid and carotid ultrasound, low-dose chest CT, and one MRI option. In the afternoon, enjoy signature TCM therapy at Mingyitang, including essential oil massage, herbal bath, full-body massage, and moxibustion. Then experience tea ceremony and herbal sachet workshop. Overnight at a 5-diamond hotel in Chongqing.
Chongqing: Premium Checkup & Signature TCM
Day 2: Boarding at Chaotianmen Pier
Enjoy a free morning for rest. In the afternoon, VIP private transfer to Chaotianmen Pier for boarding formalities and welcome dinner. Overnight in a luxury balcony cabin.
Boarding at Chaotianmen Pier
Day 3: Fengdu Ghost City & Qutang Gorge
Morning shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City. In the afternoon, cruise through Qutang Gorge and take photos at Kuimen Gate. Overnight near Baidi City.
Fengdu Ghost City & Qutang Gorge
Day 4: Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge & Three Gorges Ship Locks
Transfer to a small boat for Shennong Stream. Cruise through Wu Gorge and view Goddess Peak. In the afternoon, pass through the Five-Step Ship Locks of the Three Gorges Dam.
Shennong Stream, Wu Gorge & Three Gorges Ship Locks
Day 5: Jingzhou Ancient City
Shore excursion to Jingzhou, visiting the ancient city wall and Jingzhou Museum, with highlights including the Western Han mummy and lacquerware.
Day 6: Yueyang Tower & Dongting Lake
Stop at Yueyang and visit Yueyang Tower, overlooking Dongting Lake.
Yueyang Tower & Dongting Lake
Day 7: Wuhan: Yellow Crane Tower & Hubei Provincial Museum
Full-day Wuhan tour: Yellow Crane Tower and Hubei Provincial Museum, with VIP access to enjoy the chime bells performance.
Wuhan: Yellow Crane Tower & Hubei Provincial Museum
Day 8: Jiujiang: Lushan Xiufeng or Jingdezhen
Choose either Xiufeng Peak hiking at Lushan or a Jingdezhen ceramic workshop experience.
Jiujiang: Lushan Xiufeng or Jingdezhen
Day 9: Chizhou: Mount Jiuhua
In-depth shore excursion to Mount Jiuhua, a Buddhist holy site.
Day 10: Wuhu: Jiuzi Ancient Town
Visit Jiuzi Ancient Town and experience intangible cultural heritage crafts.
Day 11: Nanjing: Confucius Temple & Departure
Arrive at Nanjing Zhongshan Pier in the morning. After breakfast, visit Confucius Temple and the Qinhuai River area, then private transfer to Nanjing Lukou Airport.
Nanjing: Confucius Temple & Departure
What's included
1 night at a 5-diamond hotel in Chongqing with breakfast.
10-day luxury Yangtze cruise balcony cabin with all meals on board.
VIP private transfers for airport or railway station, health center, TCM clinic, pier, and Nanjing airport drop-off.
Premium comprehensive checkup, including one MRI option, with expert bilingual report interpretation.
Signature TCM therapy package, including essential oil massage, herbal bath, full-body massage, and moxibustion.
Tea ceremony and herbal sachet workshop.
Private butler and bilingual guide service throughout the journey.
All listed shore excursion entrance fees and transport.
Premium travel accident insurance, including cruise insurance.
Not included
International flights, visa fees, and personal travel insurance.
Alcoholic beverages, laundry, phone calls, and other personal expenses on the cruise.
Meals not specified during shore excursions.
Single room supplement for hotel and cruise cabin.
Optional upgrades such as cruise spa or photography services.
Service guarantees
No shopping stops and no forced consumption.
Partner Grade-A hospital, licensed TCM therapist, and ship doctor support.
Private butler and 24-hour bilingual emergency service.
Bilingual escort throughout the journey and bilingual medical report.
Encrypted health data and private service channels.
Booking notes & cancellation policy
This premium product requires booking at least 30 days in advance to secure medical checkup and cruise cabin arrangements.
Guests with hypertension or heart conditions must inform us before booking so we can assess itinerary suitability.
Cancellation policy: 30 or more days before departure, full refund; 15 to 29 days before departure, 50% refund; within 14 days, non-refundable.
Passport information must be submitted 20 days in advance for medical checkup, cruise ticket, and attraction reservations.
