Luxury and Adventure Await on the Yangzi Explorer
At 3,900 miles, Yangzi River is the longest river in Asia, and third in the world. It winds through most beautiful land forms in the world, the Yangzi River reaches the edge of the Tibetan plateau, and plunges off the roof of the world through huge gorges. The Yangzi River provides 40% of China s freshwater resources, its basin provides more than 70% of the country s rice and 40% of the grain. With its numerous tributaries and feeders, the Yangzi River provides a great transportation network through the heart of some of the most densely populated areas in China.
YANGZI RIVER Cruise sails from: - Chongqing to Yichang (3 Nights Downstream) - Yichang to Chongqing (4 Nights Upstream) One can reach Chongqing or Yichang by flying via major cities in China (i.e. Beijing, Xian, Shanghai).
CRUISING WITH YANGZI EXPLORER Set sail on board the new Yangzi Explorer traveling along the mighty Yangzi River. The magnificent Three Gorges region frames a cruise that is unsurpassed in sheer physical beauty which draws on over 3,000 years of cultural history. Enjoy the exhilarating shore excursions that highlight the beauty and heritage of the area while relaxing on board the only international deluxe ship sailing the Yangzi today. Yangzi Explorer Technical Details Year of Construction 2008 Capacity 124 passengers Gross Tonnage 6,733 tons Length 91.5m (300 ft) Width 16.4m (54 ft) Height above water 17.6m (58 ft) Draught 2.8m (9.2 ft) Tonnage 5900T Passenger Decks 5 decks Crew 121 Electrical voltage 220 V
YANGZI EXPLORER - FACILITIES 1 Celestial & 1 Imperial Suite (110 M 2 / 1183 ft 2 ) 1 Jade & 1 Mandarin Suite (81 M 2 /871 ft 2 ) 20 Suites (39 M 2 / 420 ft 2 ) 38 Deluxe cabins (31 M 2 /333 ft 2 ) International restaurant Dynasty Palace Duplex theatre with bar - Tang Theater Viewing Lounge with Bar - Explorer Bar Function rooms Peony & Lotus Spa and Sauna Dragonfly SPA Souvenir and Gift Shops Fanghua Jewelry, Art Gallery & Collectors Den Library Gym Beauty Salon Clinic Business Centre with internet access Elevator Laundry service 24-hour room service Non-smoking policy
DELUXE CABIN Most spacious cabin on Yangzi with 31 M 2 /333 ft 2 Private balcony with armchairs and drink table Queen size bed - 1.8M*2M Twin size beds 0.9M*2M 37 Philips LCD TV Connecting cabins available Satellite programs HBO, CNN, BBC, ESPN, Star Sports, Discovery Video On Demand System IDD Telephone with extension Hairdryer Mini Bar Safe Individual air-conditioning system Private bathroom with shower and toilet
SUITE Most spacious standard suite on Yangzi with 39 M 2 /420 ft 2 Private balcony with chaise lounge, armchairs and drink table Queen size bed - 1.8M*2M Twin size beds 0.9M*2M 37 Philips LCD TV Satellite programs HBO, CNN, BBC, ESPN, Star Sports, Discovery Video On Demand System IDD Telephone with extension Hairdryer Mini Bar Safe Individual air-conditioning system Private bathroom with shower & toilet Dressing table and stool at Bathroom Connecting suites available
DELUXE CABIN / SUITE - BATHROOM
JADE SUITE & MANDARIN SUITE Designer s highlight, luxuriously furnished with chinoiserie deco - 81 M 2 /871 ft 2 Private sun deck with chaise lounge, armchairs and drink table Queen-size 4-poster bed - 1.8M*2M Sitting room with full-size panoramic view door windows 37 Philips LCD TV in sitting room 32 Philips LCD TV in bedroom Satellite programs HBO, CNN, BBC, ESPN, Star Sports, Discovery Video-on-demand System IDD Telephone with extension Hairdryer Mini Bar Safe Individual air-conditioning system Private bathroom with shower & toilet Dressing table and stool at Bathroom
JADE & MANDARIN SUITE
CELESTIAL SUITE & IMPERIAL SUITE The largest and most spacious suite on Yangzi with most luxury furniture that provide the highest level of modern comforts 110 M 2 / 1183 ft 2 Private sun deck with chaise lounge, armchairs and drink table Queen size bed - 1.8M*2M Sitting room with full-size panoramic view door windows 42 Philips LCD TV in sitting room 32 Philips LCD TV in bedroom Satellite programs HBO, CNN, BBC, ESPN, Star Sports, Discovery Video-on-demand System IDD Telephone with extension Hairdryer Mini Bar Safe Individual air-conditioning system Private bathroom with shower & toilet Dressing table and stool at Bathroom
CELESTIAL & IMPERIAL SUITE
CELESTIAL & IMPERIAL SUITE Private sun deck with chaise lounge, armchairs and drink table
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CORRIDOR & STAIRS
DYNASTY PALACE Headed up by leading international executive chefs, menus offer cuisine that is both imaginative and discerning to the finest palate. A variety of International and Chinese specialties are served with complimentary house wine, soft drink, local beer and bottled water.
DYNASTY PALACE Breakfast International buffet Lunch International buffet with drinks Dinner A la carte with drinks * Drinks incl. house wine, local beer and bottled water Meal plan: Upstream (5 day/4 nights) Day 1:-, -, D Day 2:B, L, D Day 3:B, L, D Day 4:B, L, D Day 5:B, -, - Downstream (4 day/3 nights) Day 1:-, -, D Day 2:B, L, D Day 3:B, L, D Day 4:B, -, - B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner
YANGZI EXPLORER GALLEY
TANG THEATER Duplex theatre with bar served with drinks around the world Safety drills on Day 1 Documentary films Tea appreciation demo Lectures and discussions Performance and crew show Chinese dumplings, food carving and napkin folding demo Chinese brush painting and calligraphy demo Mahjong lesson Chinese instrumental performance Conference setup with projector, DVD player available
SHOPS Fang Hua Jewelry - Fine jewelry from the master of the East Art Gallery & Collectors Den - Arts from the Orient, embroidery, brush painting, calligraphy, and unique items found in the Orient Et Cetera - Souvenirs and everyday products Photo Center - Photo processing to CD/DVD creation
SPA - DRAGONFLY A haven of relaxation and tranquility offering a choice of massage and beauty treatments rejuvenating the body back to balance. Enjoy a wide variety of massage services in one of the six uniquely designed private treatment rooms. Luxurious combinations for couples also available.
BEAUTY SALON & CLINIC The beauty salon offers a variety of hair styling and nail services Clinic providing high standard 24 hour on-call medical services from our ship s doctor
GYM Our state-of-the art fitness center offers the best equipment on the Yangzi
FUNCTION ROOMS LOTUS & PEONY Perfect venue for private dining, cocktails and meetings Maximum capacity for each room 20 guests for sit-down dinner or board meeting Open aft deck with lounge chairs and slide out trays
LIBRARY Our library offering a large selection of books on Chinese history, leisure reading and up-to date newspapers and magazines
EXPLORER BAR Early morning coffee and tea service Complimentary afternoon tea with pastry Evening live music performance Enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Yangzi Tai Chi morning exercises Open Explorer Deck with lounge chairs plus slide out trays
EXPLORER DECK Open Explorer Deck with lounge chairs and drink tables
HOTEL MANAGER S WELCOME MESSAGE Dear Guest, On behalf of captain, crew and myself, we would like to welcome you on board MS Yangzi Explorer. We are proud to be able to share the most beautiful ship with the finest service on the Yangzi River. We truly believe that you will enjoy your time on board with us, and hope to make this trip a memorable experience for you. We are committed to outstanding service with a culinary wonderland. We want these memories to stay with you long after you have returned back home. Rest assured, I will be delighted to answer any questions you might have during your journey and will be available at all times during your stay. I look forward to meeting you in person. With best wishes, Michael Dunbar Hotel Manager
2011 UPSTREAM DATES Upstream - 5 days & 4 nights,yichang to Chongqing Departs on Sunday, arrives on Thursday 2011.3.13 2011.3.20 2011.3.27 2011.4.3 2011.4.10 2011.4.17 2011.4.24 2011.5.1 2011.5.8 2011.5.15 2011.5.22 2011.5.29 2011.6.5 2011.6.12 2011.6.19 2011.6.26 2011.7.3 2011.7.10 2011.7.17 2011.7.24 2011.7.31 2011.8.7 2011.8.14 2011.8.21 2011.8.28 2011.9.11 2011.9.18 2011.9.25 2011.10.2 2011.10.9 2011.10.16 2011.10.23 2011.10.30 2011.11.6 2011.11.13 2011.11.20 Day 1: Yichang Day 2: Xiling Gorge / The Three Gorges Dam Day 3: XilingGorge / Shennong Stream / Wu Gorge / Qutang Gorge Day 4: Fengdu Day 5: Chongqing
2011 DOWNSTREAM DATES Downstream 4 days & 3 nights,chongqing to Yichang Departs on Thursday, arrives on Sunday 2011.3.17 2011.3.24 2011.3.31 2011.4.7 2011.4.14 2011.4.21 2011.4.28 2011.5.5 2011.5.11 2011.5.19 2011.5.26 2011.6.2 2011.6.9 2011.6.16 2011.6.23 2011.6.30 2011.7.7 2011.7.14 2011.7.21 2011.7.28 2011.8.4 2011.8.11 2011.8.18 2011.8.25 2011.9.1 2011.9.11 2011.9.18 2011.9.25 2011.9.29 2011.10.6 2011.10.13 2011.10.20 2011.10.27 2011.11.3 2011.11.10 2011.11.17 2011.11.24 Day 1: Chongqing Day 2: Fengdu Day 3: Qutang Gorge / Wu Gorge / Shennong Stream / Xiling Gorge Day 4: The Three Gorges Dam / Yichang
2011 Rack Rate Structure SEASON CABIN CATEGORY MONTHS DELUXE CABIN (38) SUITE (20) JADE SUITE MANDARIN SUITE CELESTIAL SUITE IMPERIAL SUITE PEAK MAY/OCT 1,950 3,350 3,850 4,450 HIGH APR/SEP/NOV 1,850 3,200 3,650 4,250 SHOULDER MAR/JUN/JUL/AUG 1,400 2,300 2,800 3,300 Above prices are quoted per person on twin/double sharing basis, in US Dollars. All prices are subject to increase depending on taxes, government levies and fuel increases Upstream and Downstream rates are the same Children under the age of 12 years, sharing with full paying adults, will pay 50% of the adult rate No reduction of rate applicable for children occupying a standard berth Extra bed in Cabin/Suite, i.e. Triple pay 90% of the share basis These rates are fully inclusive of all meals with drinks (house wine, local beer and bottled water) and shore excursions For reservations contact our cruise specialist by e-mail or using Booking & Enquiry From online..