How much does it cost to visit the Yangtze river?
Winter and summer cruises are cheapest. The most affordable time to cruise the Yangtze is in February and early March or June, July and August, when starter fares dip to about $300 per person, per night. The cost climbs to about $350 in the peak travel months of April, May and September.
Where does Yangtze River cruise start and end?
The world’s third-longest river, after the Amazon and the Nile, the Yangtze is just over 3,900 miles long, flowing from the Tibet Plateau east across the entire country before emptying into the East China Sea near Shanghai.
How long is the Yangtze River cruise?
Whilst the longest navigable journey of 1,400 miles takes the best part of two weeks, the most interesting and popular Yangzte River cruises (ours included) are three or four night trips between Yichang and Chonqing, taking in highlights such as the Three Gorges Dam and the Fengdu Ghost City, among others.
Can you visit the Yangtze river?
The Three Gorges area in the middle reaches is where to truly tour the Yangtze… by cruise ship. The other best places to go touring along the river are clustered around Lijiang in the upper reaches and the Yangtze Delta.
Where is the Three Gorges Dam located on a map?
Three Gorges Dam
| Three Gorges Dam 三峡大坝 | |
|---|---|
| Country | China |
| Location | Sandouping, Yiling District, Hubei |
| Coordinates | 30°49′23″N 111°00′12″E |
| Purpose | Flood control, power, navigation |
Why do people go to the Yangtze River?
A Yangtze Cruise is the thrill of a lifetime. Tourists enjoy the stunning scenery of the Three Gorges while exploring the ancient cultural sites along the river.
How do you get to the Yangtze River?
Reaching the Yangtze river cruise ship terminal is easy and convenient from Chongqing. The most efficient and direct transport method is a 40-minute ride via taxi or private transfer to the Chaotianmen Port.
What city is near Three Gorges Dam?
Three Gorges Dam, dam on the Yangtze River (Chang Jiang) just west of the city of Yichang in Hubei province, China.
Why should people visit the Yangtze River?
Scenery & Attractions – Yangtze River is the best witness of ancient China, though the traditional way of life along the river is disappearing, the beautiful natural scenery and historical attractions remain timeless for you to enjoy its magical sights and explore local culture of that period.
Is the Yangtze River safe to drink?
The safety risk of drinking water sources in the mainstream of Yangtze River is generally low, but there are also quite a number of high safety risk drinking water sources. And the safety risk degree of the lower and upper reaches in the mainstream of Yangtze River is generally higher than that of the middle reaches.
Why is the Yangtze River so dirty?
Is the Yangtze River polluted? The answer is yes. Industrial wastewater discharge, agricultural chemical fertilizer, sediment accumulation, ship garbage and acid rain were the main Yangtze River pollution causes. Only in 2016, there were 35.32 billion ton waste water flowed into the Yangtze River.
How deep is the Yangtze River?
The width of the river is up to 2,600 feet (800 metres), the depth is more than 100 feet (30 metres), and the water current flows at a rate of about 3.5 feet (1 metre) per second.