Century Sky is one of the top cruise ships on the Yangtze River that offers the most luxurious and outstanding experience when you are touring China. Cruising along the Yangtze River is not among everyone’s wish list but not all such people know that a cruise ride along these shores is available in a five-star luxury cruise ship.

Century Sky Ship Facts

  • Cruise Name: Century Sky
  • Rating:
  • Owned by: Century River Cruises, Chongqing
  • Maiden Voyage: 2005
  • Speed: 26km/h
  • Air-Conditioning: Central Controlled
  • Tonnage: 8359 T
  • Built: 2005
  • Length: 126.8m
  • Beam: 17.2m
  • Draft: 2.7m
  • Crew: 150
  • Capacity: 306
  • Deck: 5

2020 Departure Dates

Itinerary Chongqing to Yichang
(3 Nights Downstream)
Yichang to Chongqing
(4 Nights Upstream)
Departure Date
(every Friday)
Departure Date
(every Monday)
February 7, 14, 21, 28 3, 10, 17, 24
March 6 2, 9
Departure Date
(every Monday)
Departure Date
(every Thursday)
March 16, 23, 30 19, 26
April 6, 13, 20, 27 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
May 4, 11, 18, 25 7, 14, 21, 28
June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 4, 11, 18, 25
July 6, 13, 20, 27 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 6, 13, 20, 27
September 7, 14, 21, 28 3, 10, 17, 24
October 5, 12, 19, 26 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 5, 12, 19, 26
December n/a 3

Innovative Design

  • Sun Deck with lounge bar
  • Multi-functional lounge
  • Spacious main dining room
  • Spa and massage facilities
  • Fitness center
  • 5 floor atrium lobby
  • Souvenir Shops
  • Well stocked library
  • Non-smoking interior
  • English-speaking staff & guides
  • Laundry service
  • 2 Lifts
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Deluxe Cabin on Century Sky & Century Sun

Why Century Sky?

Over the years, the Yangtze River cruise has gained much popularity due to the European standards, by offering their guests the best cruise experience.

Century Sky is twice as big as the Century Star cruise ship, with a capacity of 306 people. The style and comfort on board don’t exclude the significant features of the earlier cruise ships such as Century Star. Onboard this cruise, your journey will be nothing less than memorable.

The Century Sky cruise ship offers the beauty of the Yangtze River and cultural extravaganza along the shorelines. People with a keen interest in history and arts will love this cruise line because it docks on some of the famous Chinese cultural centers.

There is nothing to be worried about when you are onboard the ship. Because the state-of-the-art navigation system could direct this ship going through the turns of the Yangtze River so smoothly that the passengers can easily enjoy their time without dropping their drinks. Feeling tired on the boat is out of the question because the onboard spa is the best place to make you feel like you are on vacation. Moreover, the evening entertainment could light up your nights with the parties that go on to the break of dawn.

Century Sky cruise offers a unique opportunity to experience one of the greatest journeys of your life on one of the most significant Yangtze River cruise ships. So, nothing more for you to wait for when a five-star adventure awaits you at the century sky cruise ship.

Century Sky Stateroom

Deluxe Cabin 25.90 sq.m (143 Cabins)

Junior Suite 30 sq.m (4 Suites)

Deluxe Suite 35.6 sq.m (6 Suites)

Century Sky Deck Plan

Century Sky & Century Sun Deck Plan

Century Sky & Century Sun Deck Plan

Cruise Itineraries

CHONGQING to YICHANG Downstream Itinerary (3 Nights)

CHONGQING to YICHANG Downstream Itinerary (3 Nights)
DAY 1
16:30-20:00 Embark the cruise ship at Chaotianmen Port #11 in Chongqing.
(Include the luggage handling service.)
19:00-20:00 Embarkation buffet dinner
20:30-21:00 Embarkation Safety briefing
21:30 Captain’s Welcome Reception (Smart Casual is Required)
Set Sail
DAY 2
06:30-07:00 Early bird morning coffee, tea
07:00-08:30 Breakfast (buffet)
08:00-10:30 Shore excursion to Fengdu “Ghost City”
(Excluding optional cable car:
one-way CNY 20 per person; round-way CNY 35 per person)
12:00-13:30 Lunch (buffet)
14:00-16:00 Cultural activities onboard
17:00-18:00 Dinner (buffet)
18:00-21:30 Optional Live Show: “War Fire of the Three Kingdoms” (CNY 290 per person)
or Free Onboard
22:00-23:00 Midnight snacks time
DAY 3
06:30-07:00 Early bird morning coffee, tea
07:00-08:30 Breakfast (buffet)
08:30-10:30 Optional excursion: White Emperor City (CNY 290 per person)
11:30 (Est.) Scenic cruising — Qutang Gorge
12:00-13:30 Lunch (buffet)
13:30 (Est.) Scenic cruising — Wu Gorge.
14:00-16:30 Shore excursion to Goddess Stream (Shen’nv Stream)
19:00-20:30 Dinner (buffet)
20:30-23:00 Settle the bills
20:30-22:00 Crew Cabaret/Talent Show
22:00-23:00 Midnight snacks time
DAY 4
Regular Schedule
06:30-08:00 Breakfast (buffet)
08:00-11:00 Disembark at Maoping Pier.
Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam.
(Including Three Gorges Project Museum & Interception Memorial Park)
Shuttle to Yichang.
12:30 (Est.) Arrive at Yichang Sanxia Tourist Center (near Wanda Plaza).
Schedules with Optional Tour
06:30-07:45 Breakfast (buffet)
07:45 (Est.) Disembark at Maoping Pier.
Optional excursion: Ship-lift Tour (CNY 320 per person);
10:00 (Est.) Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam.
(Including Three Gorges Project Museum & Interception Memorial Park)
Shuttle to Yichang.
13:30 (Est.) Arrive at Yichang Sanxia Tourist Center (near Wanda Plaza).

YICHANG to CHONGQING Upstream Itinerary (4 Nights)

YICHANG to CHONGQING Upstream Itinerary (4 Nights)
DAY 1
16:30-20:00 Board the cruise ship at Maoping Pier, Yichang.
** Complimentary cruise shuttle available departing from Yichang Sanxia Tourist Center.
19:30-20:00 Embarkation buffet dinner
21:00-21:30 Cruise briefing
DAY 2
06:30-07:00 Early bird morning coffee, tea
07:00-08:00 Breakfast (buffet)
07:30-12:00 Optional excursion: Three Gorges Tribe (CNY 290 per person)
12:00-13:30 Lunch (buffet)
14:30-17:30 Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam
(Three Gorges Project Museum & Interception Memorial Park)
*OPTIONAL *If join the optional tour of the Three Gorges dam ship lift:
14:30-16:30 Shore excursion to Three Gorges Dam.
16:30-18:00 Optional excursion: Ship-lift Tour (CNY 320 per person)
18:30 Set Sail;
Scenic cruising – Xiling Gorge (West Section)
18:30-20:00 Dinner (buffet)
20:30-21:15 Captain’s Welcome Party
22:00-23:00 Midnight snacks time
DAY 3
06:30-07:00 Early bird morning coffee, tea
07:00-08:15 Breakfast (buffet)
08:30-11:30 Shore excursion to Goddess Stream
11:30 (Est.) Scenic cruising — Wu Gorge.
12:00-13:30 Lunch (buffet)
15:00 (Est.) Scenic cruising — Qutang Gorge
15:30-18:00 Optional excursion: White Emperor City (CNY 290 per person)
19:00-20:30 Dinner (buffet)
21:00-22:00 Evening Entertainment
DAY 4
06:30-07:00 Morning coffee & tea
07:00-08:00 Breakfast (buffet)
08:30-11:30 Shore excursion to Fengdu Ghost City
(Excluding optional cable car:
one-way CNY 20 per person; round-way CNY 35 per person)
12:00-13:30 Lunch (buffet)
14:00-17:00 Cultural Activities
19:00-20:30 Dinner (buffet)
20:30-23:00 Settle the bills
20:00-21:00 Evening Show / Movie
22:00-23:00 Midnight snacks time
DAY 5
07:00-08:30 Breakfast (buffet)
09:00 (Est.) Disembark the ship at Chaotianmen Port, Chongqing
(Include the luggage handling service)

  • The cruise itineraries are subject to change due to the weather, river conditions, and permission from the navigation authorities.

  • According to the water level conditions, the embarkation (3 nights cruise) / disembarkation (4 nights cruise) pier might be changed to Fengdu in Chongqing, and the coach transfer would be arranged from/to Chongqing city center by the cruise line, and if this situation happens, we would inform you at least one day before departure date, so please check your email for further information before going to the cruise pier.

Shore Excursions

3 Nights Downstream Chongqing to Yichang

Included:

  • Shibaozhai Pagoda
  • Shen’nv Stream
  • Three Gorges Dam

Optional (river conditions permitting; for purchase onboard):

  • Fengdu Ghost City-CNY 290 per person
  • White Emperor City-CNY 290 per person
  • Ship lift Tour-CNY 290 per person

4 Nights Upstream Yichang to Chongqing

Included:

  • Three Gorges Dam
  • Shen’nv Stream
  • Shibaozhai Pagoda

Optional (river conditions permitting; for purchase onboard):

  • Three Gorges Tribe-CNY 290 per person
  • Ship lift Tour-CNY 290 per person
  • White Emperor City-CNY 290 per person
  • “Return to the Three Gorges” Live Show-CNY 290 per person

Cruise Price & Online Booking

Century Cruises Prices

Ship Name Shoulder Season Rates
(Mar/Jun/Jul/Aug/Nov)
Peak Season Rates
(Apr/May/Sep/Oct)
Century Oasis from US$529 from US$569
Century Victory from US$529 from US$569
Century Glory from US$529 from US$569
Century Legend from US$429 from US$479
Century Paragon from US$429 from US$479
Century Sun N/A N/A
Century Sky N/A N/A
** Above Yangtze River cruise prices are not valid for departures between Sept. 29 to Oct. 07.

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Before You Book

  • Stateroom Category & Deck Floor

    ** The Online Booking is for the basic category Deluxe Cabin (with Private Balcony) based on double occupancy (twin share), and deck floor upgrade options are available in Add-ons.
    If you are interested in other cabin categories such as Executive Suite & Presidential Suite on booking, please inquire info@yangtze.com or use the Contact Us form.

  • Child Policy

    ** The child age is between 2-11 years old, and the price is based on adding 1 Extra bed as the 3rd passenger or traveling with 1 adult as the 2nd Passenger.

  • Cruise Confirmation

    ** All bookings are subject to availability. If your booking is not available, we would contact you to provide an alternative date/cruise or make a full refund. Your early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Cruise ship accommodations: Double Occupancy (Twin Share)
    (3 Nights for Downstream Cruises / 4 Nights for Upstream Cruises)
  • All meals onboard
    (except dinner on the check-in date & lunch on check-out date)
  • Shore excusions listed above (except optional ones)
  • Free WiFi Onboard
  • Port taxes & Fuel charge
  • Government taxes

Exclusions

  • Cruise Service Charge
    ** In lieu of tipping, the cruise line charges CNY 150 (approximately US $23.00) upon check-in. Please pay onboard in cash or by credit card.
  • Single occupancy supplement: 75% of cruise fare
  • Optional excursions listed above
  • Any optional upgrade supplement upon check-in
  • Personal Expenses Onboard such as bar purchases, photographs, laundry service, telephone and facsimiles, medical services, Spa and Salon services, and etc.
  • Flight tickets and airport taxes to / from port cities
  • Private cruise port transfer services in Chongqing & Yichang
  • Any accommodations before / after your cruise tour

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