Rail & river · PRIVATE JOURNEY
Pandas & a passage through the gorges
City life, wildlife observation and a slower stretch on the river.
THE ROUTE AT A GLANCE
Time to get
to know a place.
Route sequence, not a geographic map. Transport is chosen after checking schedules and your preferred pace.
Your journey, day by day
A proposed private programme. The final order, transport and participation details are confirmed in your written proposal.
DAY 01Arrive in Chengdu
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Settle in and discuss the land and cruise arrangements with your guide.
OVERNIGHT · Chengdu
DAY 02Pandas, observed with care
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Visit a suitable panda centre under its current viewing rules. Leave time for rest after the morning visit.
OVERNIGHT · Chengdu
DAY 03Cook a Sichuan meal
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Learn about ingredients and prepare a small selection of dishes, with spice and dietary needs adapted in advance.
OVERNIGHT · Chengdu
DAY 04A park and a teahouse
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Choose an unrushed local-life day, with optional further activities clearly priced.
OVERNIGHT · Chengdu
DAY 05Rail to Chongqing
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Travel on a suitable service and settle in. Keep the rest of the day light.
OVERNIGHT · Chongqing
DAY 06The city above the river
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Explore selected neighbourhoods and river views. Account for slopes, stairs and the needs of each traveller.
OVERNIGHT · Chongqing
DAY 07Before the river journey
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Keep a buffer day for personal interests and final cruise preparation. Confirm the pier, transfer and boarding information.
OVERNIGHT · Chongqing
DAY 08Board your ship
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Transfer for the confirmed sailing and settle into the booked cabin. Boarding times, dinner arrangements and service fees depend on the ship.
OVERNIGHT · On board
DAY 09A day on the Yangtze
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Follow the confirmed ship programme, balancing time on deck with any included shore excursion. Optional outings are not automatically included.
OVERNIGHT · On board
DAY 10Through the gorges
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Enjoy the river landscape and the ship’s confirmed programme. Family activities depend on actual facilities; no children’s club is assumed.
OVERNIGHT · On board
DAY 11Disembark near Yichang
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Complete the confirmed final-day programme and transfer to the agreed departure point. Add a night if the onward connection is too tight.
ONWARD TRAVEL · ARRANGED AROUND YOUR CONNECTION
Make it your own
Change the pace, add a rest day or choose a different experience. Tell us about children’s ages, dietary needs and any access requirements.
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Accommodation is selected after your dates, preferred style and room arrangements are known. Train seats or berths, cruise cabins, luggage transfers and guiding languages are specified in the quote. We explain who leads each workshop and what you can actually take part in.
Before you decide
What is included?
A written quote will specify accommodation, transport, guiding language, admissions, meals and each experience. International flights, purchases and optional activities are not included unless explicitly listed.
How much does it cost?
Pricing depends on dates, group size, room arrangements, accommodation and selected activities. Request a written proposal rather than relying on an unconfirmed starting price.
Is this right for our family?
We assess children’s ages, activity suitability, journey times and room arrangements before proposing a family itinerary. Cycling, altitude, workshops and cruise facilities have individual conditions.
Can we choose another language?
Tell us your preferred guiding language. Availability and any supplements must be confirmed in your proposal. This website’s current edition is English.