About Victoria Cruises
Victoria Cruises is the only American cruise line sailing on Yangtze River. The company aims to create the most luxurious cruise operating on the Yangtze. The Victoria fleet is the: Victoria Sophia, Victoria Anna, Victoria Katarina, Victoria Grace, Victoria Lianna, Victoria Jenna and Victoria Selina. All cabins have a private balcony which allows passengers to enjoy the natural beauty of the Yangtze from cabin.
Why Choose Victoria Cruises
- The only American managed company on the Yangtze River.
- Reliable Companny - A leading operator and a favorite of customers for 25 years.
- All 5-star ships fleet - 7 ships offer on every day cruising from Chongqing and Yichang.
- VIP Service - Passengers in Suites and in Superior Cabins on Executive Decks will receive VIP service which includes: complimentary internet and WiFi in a designated public area, exclusive shore excursions with groups of 6 or more, complimentary Happy Hour before dinner with wine and beer in the Executive Lounge, hot and cold drinks all day in Executive lounge and reserved seating for evening entertainment.
2022 Victoria Cruise Fleets
See Details| Ship Name | Year of built | Refurbished | Decks | Capacity | Number of Cabins |
Cabin Size | Price from | Itinerary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Victoria Jenna |
2009 | 2014 | 5 | 378 | 189 | 20-57m² | $419 | CQ=YC |
| Victoria Anna |
2006 | 2010 | 5 | 368 | 132 | 21-59m² | $419 | CQ=YC |
| Victoria Katarina |
2004 | 2010 | 4 | 264 | 133 | 19-60m² | $419 | CQ=YC |
Victoria Grace |
1996 | 2011 | 4 | 198 | 99 | 15-37m² | $ | CQ=YC |
| Victoria Lianna |
1995 | 2011 | 4 | 218 | 108 | 19-58m² | $ | CQ=YC |
| Victoria Selina |
1994 | 2012 | 4 | 218 | 108 | 19-58m² | $ | CQ=YC |
| Victoria Sophia |
1994 | 2011 | 4 | 208 | 104 | 15-37m² | $ | CQ=YC |
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2022 Victoria Cruises Calender
Cruise Itinerary
| Days | Itinerary | Meals |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Board the ship from 5:00 to 7:00pm and depart Chongqing at 9:00pm. (Dinner is not included.) | No Meals(suggest to have dinner before boarding) |
| Day 2 | 06:00-07:00: Studying Chinese traditional Tai Chi Boxing. A lecture about Chinese acupuncture and medical theories. Shore excursion to Shibaozhai. Cruise welcome party. Costume performances and films. You have the option of visiting Fengdu Ghost City (RMB295 per person) |
Breafast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Day 3 | Sailing through the Qutang Gorge. Sailing through the Wu Gorge. Sailing through Xiling Gorge. Shore excursion to Goddess Stream (3:15pm-6:15pm). Optional tour to the White Emperor City (RMB295 per person) Farewell Buffet. . |
Breafast, Lunch, Dinner |
| Day 4 | 06:30 Learning traditional Chinese Taiji boxing 07:30 Shore excursion to The Three Gorges Dam Site. 13:00 Arrive in Yichang. Lunch is not included. |
Breafast |
Onboard Activities
Tai Chi Learning
The Taiji Quan refers to a school or method of boxing or combat. Tai Chi Chuan is a sophisticated method of fighting based on the reconciliation of dynamically interacting forces.
Fashion Shows
As the crew presents some of China's most elaborate fashions dating back to the Han Dynasty (206BC-220AD). A veriety of traditional costumes from all regions of China will reflect China's cultural diversity.
Tea Time and Happy Hour
Complimentary tea and coffee offer in the early morning before breakfast, as well as tea and cookies serve in the afternoon. The happy hour is operate during 8pm-12pm, visitors are wish to order any drinks at favorite price.
Shore Excursions
Shibaozhai
Shibaozhai literally means Stone Treasure Fortress, it was first built in Qing Dynasty in 1750. Each of the 12 floors of the wooden structure contains interesting artifacts in Three Kingdoms period (220-265AD). More >>
Goddess Stream
Goddess Stream is located between Qinshi Town and Feifeng Peak, the oppposite of the Three Gorges. You can see the breathtaking natural scenery, hundreds of peaks, coffins on the cliffs.
Shennong Stream
Shennong Stream is another tributary of the Yangtze River, and its fast-flowing, crystal clear water runs southwards through deep gorges. The stream races past large and small karst caves, and a suspended coffin in the cliff...More >>
Three Gorges Dam
Three Gorges Dam, the largest water conservancy project ever undertaken by man and it has been a dream for several generations of Chinese people...More >>
Optional Tour: Fengdu Ghost City (RMB295 per person)
Shibaozhai literally means Stone Treasure Fortress, it was first built in Qing Dynasty in 1750. Each of the 12 floors of the wooden structure contains interesting artifacts in Three Kingdoms period (220-265AD), More >>
Optional Tour: White Emperor City (RMB295 per person)
It clings to the hills and cliffs of a peninsular jutting out into the river. It is a miniature city of temples and gates on Baidi Hill. The city is well known as "the Poet’s City", because it has been visited by many scholars in the past.
Optional Tour: Three Gorges Tribe Senic Spots (RMB295 per person)
Customers will see the authentic local culture presented at the Village on the Water, the Brook-Side Village, the Mountain Village on the Three-Gorges Tribe Scenic Spot. The area has been officially designated as a “Preservation Center of traditional Culture and Art of the Three Gorges.
How to Plan a Victoria Cruise
- Each ship has a foreign director speaking fluent Chinese and English to ensure quality service;
- Serving Chinese and Western buffet dinners with a variety of dishes;
- Each ship is equipped with conference center, reading room, fitness area, gifts shop and Beauty Salon;
- There is a variety of activities including lectures in Chinese history and Chinese culture and calligraphy demonstrations, Taichi lessons, and performances by the crew;
- Cruise ships operate all the year round;
- Latest Satellite communications, Internet and HBO, BBC TV channels are available;
- Victoria Sophia is the only cruise ship operating between Chongqing and Shanghai on the Yangtze.
- Receives the best reviews from customers since its launch on Sep.6, 2009. Victoria Jenna has an average rating of 4.7 by our customers;
- Managed by Viking Cruises, one of the world’s top 10 Cruise Companies for quality service;
- Morning coffee service is available for early birds;
- The price of downstream cruise is identical to the upstream sailing. The prices of $559 during peak season and $489 during low season save about $70 on Century Cruises of the same level;
Victoria Cruises is managed by American company and therefore understands the wants and needs of Western guests.