[2024 Wushan County Attraction] Travel Guide for Wu Gorge (Updated Nov)
No.3 of Best Things to Do in Wushan County
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Address:
from Daning Hekou, Wushan County, Chongqing to Guandukou Town, Badong County, Hubei
Opening times:
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Recommended sightseeing time:
0.5-1 day
Wushan! A severely underrated small city in the Three Gorges!
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If you're visiting Chongqing recently
Please be sure to check out the red leaves of Wushan 🍁
This is my second time here
The first time was in summer, and I was shocked by its beauty
So I wanted to come again in winter
But this year's red leaves are redder than usual and later
The locals say that in two more weeks it will be the best time to view the red leaves.
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📝3-day 2-night travel and photography guide📷
Day 1: Chengdu-Wushan Station-Wushan Museum-Zhuzhi Village (Wushan night view)
Day 2: Lesser Three Gorges-Mini Three Gorges-Wenfeng Temple
Day 3: Goddess Scenic Area-Goddess Sky Road-City Riverside-Return trip.
📷Must-visit attractions in Wushan
1⃣️ Wushan Museum
Free, learn about the history of Wushan, right across from the entrance of Wu Gorge, overlooking the Yangtze River. Here you can immerse yourself in the cultural relics of the Three Gorges area and learn about the Daxi culture
Key points: Wushan human skulls and teeth + Wushan grilled fish kitchen
Opening hours Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00
(Entry stops at 16:30).
2⃣️ Lesser Three Gorges and Mini Three Gorges
Boat ticket 120r/person, takes 4h, all spent admiring the scenery on both sides of the river from the boat. The scenery of the Lesser Three Gorges is picturesque, with the river and mountains on both sides forming a beautiful painting. The Mini Three Gorges, on the other hand, are even more secluded, as if you've traveled to the world of a fairy tale drama.
3⃣️Goddess Sky Road
Ticket 75r/person (includes cable car and sightseeing car) Take the sightseeing car to the top of the mountain to see the best view of Wu Gorge, and you can also go to the Heart of the Goddess, sitting above with the canyon as the background, minutes for a great photo.
4⃣️Zhuzhi Village
Ticket 0 yuan, facing Wushan County, you must come here to see the night view at night!
🏠Accommodation: Just stay in the city, all attractions are not far from each other
🍲Food: You must try Wushan grilled fish and paper-wrapped fish! So fragrant! Also, sour soup potato slices and jade jelly
REID BRADY
Regret coming now! The severely underestimated Three Gorges town
Wushan, a place that has been hidden in the memo for a long time
Finally, in the red leaf season, I made an appointment for a Wushan autumn day~
It takes 3h to get directly from Chengdu by high-speed rail, and 2h to reach Chongqing
Here is a more brilliant and three-dimensional night view than Chongqing,
Here are the severely underestimated mountains and lakes, the sea and the mulberry fields
You always have to come to Wushan, Wushan and Wushui, it's beautiful~
'Once the sea was hard to be water, except for Wushan is not a cloud~'
The place in ancient poetry, finally arrived~
It takes 3h to get directly from Chengdu by high-speed rail, and 2h to reach Chongqing
Here are the severely underestimated mountains and lakes, the sea and the mulberry fields
You always have to come to Wushan, Wushan and Wushui, it's beautiful~
📕Share my Wushan three-day tour itinerary:
DAY1⃣️: Chengdu——Wushan Station (3.5h by high-speed rail)——Wushan Museum (understand Wushan, Daxi culture)——Three Gorges Light (take a cruise and enjoy the night view of Wushan)
DAY2⃣️: Goddess Scenic Area (overlooking the most beautiful section of the Three Gorges, take a walk on the Goddess Sky Road)——Zhu Zhi Village (opposite Wushan County, see the beautiful night view)
DAY3⃣️: Small Three Gorges and Little Three Gorges (boat sightseeing)——Return
📕Recommended play punch:
✅Goddess Sky Road
💰Ticket 75 yuan (including round-trip sightseeing car + cable car)
This is the best position to watch Wuxia, watch a ship pass through Wuxia, and go with the Yangtze River in the distance, like a Danqing painting~ You can also take pictures at the heart of the goddess, with the mountains as the background, walk to the heart of the goddess, and take pictures at will~
✅Wushan Museum
💰Ticket 0 yuan
How can you not go to Wushan Museum when you come to Wushan! There are a lot of cultural relics in the Three Gorges area, and the admirable Daxi culture, from prehistoric civilization to contemporary, immersive understanding of Wushan city~
✅Bamboo Branch Village
💰Ticket 0 yuan
An ancient village built along the river, here is directly opposite Wushan County, you can enjoy the brilliant night view of Wushan in the evening, suggestion: walk and enjoy along the ancient village trail, comfortable💯
✅Small Three Gorges and Little Three Gorges
💰Boat ticket 120 yuan, the cruise ship needs 4h
Li Bai is sincere and does not deceive me, 'The ape cries on both sides of the bank, and the light boat has passed thousands of mountains.' The scene in the poem is the same as the real one, the magnificent mountains are winding rivers, and the two banks are still green mountains and rivers, and you can meet monkeys when you are lucky~ Being in it, as if coming to a picture scroll, like a poem and a dream, 4h is not enough!
✅Three Gorges Light
Half of the beauty of the Three Gorges is in the daytime, and half is at night. When it gets dark, the lights of the entire Wushan County are reflected in the river, and clusters of lights are shining. You can enjoy immersive plot performance on the cruise ship, and feel the elegant Du Zimei~
🥙Food recommendation: Wushan grilled fish (must eat), Daqiao chicken, emerald cold powder, 'three big lumps' potato lump, corn lump, red potato lump
🏠Accommodation suggestion: It is recommended to live in the city center, it is more convenient to travel and eat~
You always have to come to Wushan, blow the wind from Wushan, taste the special grilled fish in Wushan, it is recommended to come to Wushan for 2 days on weekends or 3 days off, and feel the healing from the mountains~
NORA GREER
My hometown is Wushan
When the mountains are full of red leaves - Wushan Three Gorges Red Leaves Free Travel Guide. The movie 'When the Mountains are Full of Red Leaves' once told us 'The mountains are full of red leaves like rosy clouds, and the red leaves reflect the Three Gorges every year.' Tang Dynasty poet Yuan Zhen also didn't deceive us 'It's hard to be water once you've been to the sea, except for Wushan, it's not a cloud.' The Three Gorges red leaves have been very famous since ancient times. Because the older generation has grown old, the Three Gorges red leaves have not been well promoted in the era of self-media. And the best place to view the Three Gorges red leaves is on both sides of the Wuxia in Wushan. The north bank is mainly based on Wenfeng Guan, mainly Huang Lu, with a super large scale and exaggerated red. The south bank is mainly based on the Goddess Scenic Area, mainly colorful forests and fiery red Huang Lu intertwined. Tour suggestions:
D1, Wushan high-speed rail to Wenfeng Guan, directly from the high-speed rail station to Wenfeng Guan Visitor Center, just over ten kilometers. The ticket is 40 yuan, and the high-speed rail ticket can be half price. The area near the Zhen Shui Tower is a classic check-in location, with red leaves all over the mountain, like a fiery red carpet laid on the entire mountain. After checking in, keep climbing up to Wenfeng Guan, turn right and cross the road and then go up to the mountain top trail. Overlooking Wuxia, the beauty and shock of Wuxia are indescribable. Then return to the visitor center, take the scenic area shuttle bus back to the city for check-in. In the evening, you can eat Wushan grilled fish, paper-wrapped fish, the taste is absolutely right, the average consumption is 30-50.
D2, arrive at Wushan Visitor Center at 10 o'clock in the morning and take the bus to Liuping to visit the Goddess Sky Road, about 40 minutes. Sightseeing car + Huangyan cable car ticket 75. The Goddess Sky Road from Liuping to Huangyan Visitor Center is a total of 12 kilometers. All the way through the colorful forest, you can enjoy Wuxia up close. The sightseeing car can stop at several important check-in points. After visiting the Goddess Sky Road, you arrive at the Huangyan Cableway, take the downhill cableway to check in at the Red Leaf Slope. The red leaves of the Red Leaf Slope mainly play a foreground role. On the more than one kilometer plank road, you take photos with red leaves as the foreground. I dare say you have never encountered such a beautiful foreground. It's so beautiful, it's so red. After visiting the Red Leaf Slope, take the cableway uphill, then take the scenic area electric sightseeing car back to Liuping, and then take the bus back to the city.
tips1: The Goddess Scenic Area on the south bank of Wuxia mainly plays colorful forests, among which the Red Leaf Slope mainly plays Huang Lu red leaves. And the Wenfeng Guan Scenic Area on the north bank mainly plays Huang Lu red leaves. Whether on the north or south bank, the view of the Three Gorges is at the ceiling level.
tips2: There is no need to book a hotel in advance! There is no need to book a hotel in advance! There is no need to book a hotel in advance! Say it three times for important things. Because Wushan city is very close to the scenic area, there are many accommodation resources, and it is cheaper to go directly to the hotel than to book online, and there are more choices. After all, there is a platform draw for online booking, and this part of the cost is naturally transferred to the passengers. A passable hotel standard room can be obtained for about 150.
tips3: It's very cold in the morning, Wenfeng Guan is 700-1000 meters above sea level, and the Goddess Sky Road is about 1000 meters above sea level. Please be sure to bring an extra piece of clothing, just in case.
tips4: The red leaves are now at their best! Don't believe in the wait-and-see party, saying that the best viewing period for red leaves is not until mid-December. Maybe there are still some in Wenfeng Guan in mid-December, but the Goddess Scenic Area has already fallen off.
Note: p1-p7 Wenfeng Guan Scenic Area. p8-p11, Goddess Scenic Area Red Leaf Slope. p12-p18, Goddess Scenic Area Goddess Sky Road
WanderlustAbroad
Autumn Trip to Chongqing and Yichang: Don't Miss This Super Detailed Guide!
Chongqing to Yichang, a three-day travel guide is here! This is a must-see itinerary. Get this travel guide and start your journey to the mountains and rivers!
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Must-see attractions:
🌟 Three Gorges Dam Scenic Area 🌟🌟
Recommendation: 4 stars✨
Address: Jiangxia Avenue, Sandouping Town, Yiling District, Yichang City
Opening hours: Mar 1–Dec 31, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
Duration: 1 day
Introduction: This is the birthplace of ancient Chinese culture. You can enjoy the beautiful natural scenery of the Three Gorges from different angles! 🌊
👻 Fengdu Ghost City Mingshan Scenic Area 👻
Recommendation: 4 stars✨
Address: No. 152, Mingshan Road, Mingshan Town, Fengdu County, Chongqing City
Opening hours: Oct 6–Dec 31, 7:30 am–5:20 pm
Duration: 2–3 hours
Introduction: Want to experience Chinese ghost culture? This is the place for you! Don't forget to check out the famous "Stone of Fortune"! 😱
🌄 Qutang Gorge 🌄
Recommendation: 3 stars✨
Address: No. 1, Baidi Village, Baidi Town, Fengjie County
Opening hours: 8:30 am–7:00 pm
Duration: 2–3 hours
Introduction: This is the starting point of the magnificent beauty of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River. The cliffs on both sides are steep and will definitely shock you! 💪
🌲 Shennv Stream 🌲
Recommendation: 3 stars✨
Address: West Entrance of Wuxia, Guandu District, Wushan County, Chongqing City
Opening hours: 8:30 am–1:00 pm
Duration: 1–2 hours
Introduction: If you like adventure, don't miss this uninhabited primitive valley. It's mysterious and beautiful! 😍
🏞️ Wu Gorge 🏞️
Recommendation: 3 stars✨
Address: From the mouth of the Daning River in Wushan County, Chongqing City to Guandu Town, Badong County, Hubei Province
Opening hours: Open all day
Duration: 1 day
Introduction: The gorge is long and deep, with strange peaks. The gorge is deep and beautiful, making it a great place to experience the charm of nature! 🌳
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Travel Preparation: 🧳 Going to Chongqing and Yichang? You must bring these essentials!
👕 **Clothing**
The temperature in Chongqing and Yichang is moderate. Bring light long sleeves, short sleeves, and comfortable sneakers to deal with the ups and downs.
🎒 **Accessories and Documents**
Power banks and data cables are essential to ensure that electronic devices are always charged. Don't forget your ID card, driver's license, and student ID for discounts.
💊 **Medicine**
Cold medicine, stomach medicine, band-aids, and disinfectant wipes. Don't let minor illnesses ruin your trip.
🧴 **Skincare and Sunscreen**
Sunscreen and hats to protect you from the sun. Lip balm and hand cream to keep you moisturized. Don't let travel damage your skin.
🌂 **Weather**
Umbrellas or raincoats. The weather in the gorge is changeable, so be prepared for rain.
📷 **Capture the Beauty**
Camera and phone chargers to capture the beautiful scenery and leave good memories.
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Don't forget to like and save! 💖 Take this guide and start your trip to Chongqing and Yichang! 🎉 Make your trip better! ✨
MILLIE KELLER
Clouds surround the Wu Gorge, a fairyland in the Three Gorges.
The Wu Gorge, one of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, is famous for its deep and beautiful landscapes and rich history and culture. Located in Wushan County, Chongqing, it is about 45 kilometers long and is known for its deep and beautiful scenery. The peaks in the gorge are steep, the clouds are misty, the river is turbulent, the cliffs on both sides are steep, and the natural scenery is spectacular. The Wu Gorge is not only a treasure trove of natural scenery, but also a cradle of history and culture, with many famous historical sites and legendary stories. There are many streams on the side of the Wu Gorge, among which the Shen Nv Stream, Shamu Rang Stream, Bianyu Stream, Xiao Xi River, and Lianzi Stream are the most worthwhile stream attractions. You can take a boat tour and enjoy the twelve peaks of Wushan on both sides of the north and south, among which the Shen Nv Peak is the most steep. In addition to the twelve peaks, the Wu Gorge also has many ancient sites such as Lu You Ancient Cave, Dayu Shoushu Terrace, Shen Nv Temple Site, and Kong Ming Stele. Due to the impoundment of the Three Gorges Project, some ancient sites have sunk into the river, and you can learn about their history at related attractions. Watching the scenery on both sides of the cruise ship, it was raining at that time, adding a more mysterious veil to the Wu Gorge. Fortunately, there is a cruise manager who explains the scenery on both sides of the strait on the spot. The twelve peaks of the Wu Gorge are Denglong Peak, Shengquan Peak, Chaoyun Peak, Shen Nv Peak (Wangxia Peak), Songluan Peak, Jixian Peak, Jingtan Peak, Qiyun Peak, Feifeng Peak, Shengsheng Peak, Cuiping Peak and Juhe Peak.
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The cruise ship slowly drove into the Wu Gorge, and a magnificent picture scroll slowly unfolded before my eyes. The green mountains on both sides are facing each other, and the cliffs are thousands of feet high, as if they were split by a giant axe. The river rushes in the gorge, stirring up layers of white waves, the clouds are floating leisurely, and they are set against the green mountains and green waters, forming a beautiful landscape painting.
vasquezthevaldez
Yangtze River Three Gorges Tour | Visit the Twelve Peaks of Wu Gorge, each with its own unique charm.
🌟Highlights:
Wu Gorge is long and deep, winding and twisting, with continuous rugged peaks shrouded in mist. The scenery is extremely serene, like a beautiful and bizarre gallery.
The peaks are like a screen. When the boat sails in the gorge, sometimes the big mountain is in front of you, and the stone blocks seem to have no way; suddenly the peaks turn and the clouds open to another sky. Wu Gorge is also like a winding and twisting aisle.
Wu Gorge is deep and narrow, with short sunshine hours. The moisture in the gorge is steaming and does not dissipate, which is easy to form clouds and fog. The clouds and fog are in various forms, some are like flying horses and dragons, some are creeping on the ground, some are hanging on the cliffs like waterfalls, and sometimes they gather into rolling clouds. Under the sunlight, they form the Buddha light of Wu Gorge, so the ancients left the eternal masterpiece "It is difficult to be water in the sea, except for Wushan is not a cloud".
❤Recommended reason:
The Twelve Peaks of Wushan are located on both sides of Wu Gorge, which is the most famous scenic spot in Wu Gorge. They are high in the sky, with a wall of a thousand feet, and they are unpredictable, directly inserted into the bottom of the river; the clouds in the gorge are light and relaxed, floating and winding, unpredictable, adding a bit of graceful style to them; various beautiful myths and legends, more Add a strange and romantic poetic sentiment.
🕙Opening hours: Open all day throughout the year
🎫Scenic area tickets: Free
📍Detailed address:
Daninghekou, Wushan County, Chongqing to Guandukou Town, Badong County, Hubei
🚉Traffic strategy:
Take the Three Gorges cruise ship at Chaotianmen Wharf in Chongqing to enjoy the Three Gorges.
Take a boat at the Yangtze River Ferry Terminal in Wushan County to visit Wu Gorge.
PRISCILLA OLSON
The autumn scenery of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River is seriously underestimated.
🍁 The autumn of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River is like a colorful scroll, and it is one of the best seasons to visit.
📍 Introduction to attractions:
1. Qutang Gorge: Known for its majestic and dangerous terrain, the cliffs on both sides are steep, and the river is turbulent. In autumn, red leaves are dotted between the cliffs, adding a touch of bright color.
2. Wu Gorge: Deep and beautiful, surrounded by clouds and mist, like a fairyland. The red leaves all over the mountains and the clear river water complement each other, creating a magnificent view.
3. Xiling Gorge: Many beaches and rapids, spectacular scenery. In autumn, the red leaves of Xiling Gorge are like fire, spreading along the canyon, forming a unique landscape.
4. Three Gorges Dam: The world's largest water conservancy project, magnificent and impressive. In autumn, the dam is even more magnificent and spectacular against the backdrop of blue sky, white clouds and red leaves.
5. Baidi City: Located at the mouth of Qutang Gorge, it is an important site of the Three Kingdoms culture. There are many historical sites and legends here. In autumn, the surrounding red leaves are also very charming.
6. Wushan Small Three Gorges: The scenery in the canyon is beautiful, and the river water is clear. In autumn, taking a cruise through it, the red leaves on both sides are like a poem, making people linger.
📌 Best travel time:
The peak tourist season for the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River in autumn is usually between September and November. During this time, the climate of the Three Gorges is pleasant and the scenery is picturesque, making it the best time to visit the Three Gorges. Among them, late October to early November is the most brilliant time for red leaves in the Three Gorges, and it is also the best time for photography enthusiasts.
🚢 Transportation guide:
1. Cruise: Taking a luxury cruise is the best way to visit the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River, so you can enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides. You can take a cruise from Chongqing or Yichang. The cruise facilities are complete and the service is attentive, allowing you to enjoy a comfortable experience during your journey. Different cruises have different itineraries and routes. You can choose according to your time and preferences.
2. Self-driving: If you choose to drive yourself, you can start from Chongqing, drive along the Shanghai-Chongqing Expressway to Yichang, and enjoy the beautiful scenery on both sides of the Yangtze River along the way. However, it should be noted that some road sections have complex road conditions, so be extra careful when driving.
3. Public transportation: You can first take a train or plane to Chongqing or Yichang, and then transfer to a car or boat to the Three Gorges Scenic Area. In Chongqing and Yichang, there are buses and cruise ships to the Three Gorges. You can choose the appropriate mode of transportation according to your itinerary.
🏠 Accommodation recommendations:
1. Cruise: If you choose to take a cruise, you don't have to worry about accommodation. There are various types of rooms available on the cruise, such as standard rooms and luxury suites. You can book according to your budget and needs.
2. Cities around the Three Gorges: You can choose to stay in cities such as Chongqing and Yichang. These cities have hotels and homestays of various grades to choose from. In Chongqing, you can choose to stay near Jiefangbei and Hongyadong, which is convenient for visiting the city's attractions; in Yichang, you can choose to stay near the Three Gorges Dam or in the city, according to your itinerary.
3. Near the Three Gorges Scenic Area: You can also stay in towns near the Three Gorges Scenic Area to experience the local customs and culture. For example, there are some farmhouses and guesthouses near the Wushan Small Three Gorges, providing accommodation and catering services, allowing you to get closer to nature.
🎒 Equipment preparation:
1. Clothing: The temperature difference between morning and evening in the Three Gorges in autumn is large. It is recommended to bring warm clothes, such as down jackets, windbreakers, and sweaters. At the same time, you should also prepare long-sleeved shirts, coats, etc., so that you can add or remove clothes at any time according to the weather changes. In addition, don't forget to bring rain gear in case of weather changes.
2. Camera: The beautiful scenery of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River is very suitable for taking photos as souvenirs, so be sure to bring a camera to record the beautiful moments. If you are a photography enthusiast, you can bring telephoto lenses, wide-angle lenses, etc., so that you can take pictures of the scenery from different angles.
3. Others: Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, commonly used medicines, personal toiletries, etc. In addition, since most of the scenic areas require walking, it is recommended to wear comfortable flat shoes or sneakers.
🗺️ Travel route:
1. Four days and three nights Chongqing - Yichang route:
- Day 1: Chongqing - Chaotianmen Pier boarding, enjoy the night view of the two rivers.
- Day 2: In-depth tour of Fengdu's main attractions, such as Fengdu Ghost City, experience the historical and cultural heritage, and watch the large-scale live performance "Fengyun Three Kingdoms".
- Day 3: Go to Baidi City in Fengjie, visit Qutang Gorge and Wushan's main attractions, such as Wuxia Gorge and Shennü Creek, and enjoy the magnificent canyon scenery and charming red leaves.
- Day 4: Visit the ship lift and the Three Gorges Dam, experience the grandeur of the world's engineering, and then end the trip at the visitor center.
2. Five days and four nights Yichang - Chongqing route:
- Day 1: Yichang - Ziguigu Pier boarding.
- Day 2: Visit the Three Gorges People, experience the folk customs of the Three Gorges, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the mountains and water, and watch folk performances. Then visit the ship lift and the Three Gorges Dam.
- Day 3: Visit the attractions of Wuxia Gorge and Wushan, such as Shennü Tianlu, then go to Baidi City and Qutang Gorge, experience the cultural charm of the city of poetry and the magnificent scenery of the canyon.
- Day 4: In-depth tour of Fengdu's main attractions.
- Day 5: Arrive at Chaotianmen Pier in Chongqing and end your pleasant Three Gorges journey.
3. Chongqing - Wuhan / Wuhan - Chongqing route (rare route): You can pass through Gezhouba Ship Lock and Five-level Ship Lock, and visit Xiling Gorge all the way. Optional cruise ships include President No. 6 6-day 5-night itinerary, or Yangtze River No. 3 8-day 7-night itinerary (specific departure time needs to be arranged according to the cruise company).
🍱 Food recommendations:
1. Three Gorges Fish: The fish of the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River are delicious. You can taste various ways of cooking fish, such as steamed fish, braised fish, and grilled fish.
2. Chongqing Hotpot: If you are staying in Chongqing, you can taste the authentic Chongqing hotpot, which is spicy and delicious, and will leave you wanting more.
3. Wushan Grilled Fish: Wushan's specialty food, the fish is tender, grilled until the outside is crispy and the inside is tender, with various seasonings, the taste is very delicious.
4. Yichang Snacks: Yichang has many specialty snacks, such as cold shrimp, radish dumplings, and red oil noodles. They have unique flavors and are worth trying.
5. Three Gorges Specialties: The Three Gorges area also has some specialties, such as Three Gorges tea, citrus, and Three Gorges taro crisp. You can buy some as souvenirs for your relatives and friends.
📌 Precautions:
1. The climate in the Three Gorges area in autumn is relatively dry, so pay attention to drink plenty of water to maintain body moisture.
2. Although the climate in autumn is pleasant, the temperature difference between morning and evening is large. Tourists still need to pay attention to keeping warm and sun protection.
3. As autumn is the harvest season, tourists should pay attention to protecting crops and respecting local customs during their visit.
4. When visiting the Three Gorges, pay attention to protecting the environment, do not litter, and try to minimize damage to the natural ecology.
5. When taking a cruise, pay attention to safety, listen to the staff's arrangements, especially when getting on and off the ship and during the voyage.
6. When visiting engineering sites such as the Three Gorges Dam, please abide by the relevant regulations and do not climb or touch the facilities at will.
7. When visiting some popular attractions, tourists may need to purchase tickets in advance to avoid queuing.
EnigmaQueen
The Three Gorges is a must-visit in a lifetime, so moving it will make you cry! Crossing the Yangtze River, viewing the Three Gorges
The Three Gorges of the Yangtze River start from Baidicheng in Fengjie County, Chongqing, in the west, and stretch to Nanjinguan in Yichang City, Hubei, in the east, covering a total length of 193 kilometers. Along the way, the banks are lined with steep peaks and sheer cliffs, with Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, and Xiling Gorge following each other from west to east.
Within the territory of Wushan County, Chongqing, there are the Lesser Three Gorges of the Daning River and the Mini Three Gorges of the Madu River. Along the Yangtze River within Chongqing's boundaries, there are scenic spots such as the 'Underwater Forest of Steles' Baiheliang, Fengdu Ghost City known as the 'Home of Eastern Divine Comedy', the uniquely styled Shibaozhai, 'The Splendid Ba-Shu Scenery' Zhang Fei Temple, the Entrustment Hall of the Shu Han Emperor Liu Bei, and the Longgupo Wushan Cultural Site.
'The Three Gorges of the Yangtze River' is one of the top ten cultural symbols of Chongqing, and 'The Three Gorges - Kuimen' is the landscape pattern on the back of the fifth series of RMB 10 yuan banknotes. Three Gorges tourism has its particularities, such as the attractions being scattered along both banks, and the rugged mountains on both sides are not suitable for driving, so traveling through the Three Gorges by water is the most ideal. Generally, when referring to touring the Three Gorges, it implies taking a boat unless other modes of sightseeing are specifically mentioned. The most comfortable way to enjoy the Three Gorges is to take a cruise, savor the river views, and disembark at each famous site for sightseeing, which not only saves the trouble of changing hotels every day but also allows you to enjoy a different landscape outside your window every day.
UrbanAdventurer*
Luxurious cruise play on the Yangtze River's Three Gorges with a different gourmet experience every day
Yes, what we didn't expect was how reluctant we would be to leave this journey. Looking back now, the impact is still profound. We miss the unique scenery each day, the different gourmet food, and the varied programs... We all say 'time flies so fast, the trip feels so short,' to the point where on the last day we even wish the trip could be extended. For us who grew up by the Yangtze River, the river has always held an important place in our hearts. This time, we chose a luxurious cruise through the Three Gorges. Let's talk about our impressions first.
🔸【Overall Impressions】
1. Sailing experience: We didn't expect the cruise to be so quiet and stable, true to its all-electric propulsion. When we encountered other cruises or docked at the pier, we could hear the loud noise from the other ships and see their smoke upon departure, but our cruise was free from that (real experience).
2. Dining experience: Teacher Cheng said he felt like he gained several pounds on the cruise, haha. We discovered that the restaurant's cuisine was different every day, and they even included the 'Chongqing Flavor 360 Bowl' gourmet IP dishes created by the Chongqing Cultural and Tourism Committee, which were super abundant. We couldn't stop eating. A small detail that touched us was that the restaurant staff remembered our 'preferences' from the first day and always recommended dishes that suited our tastes.
3. Excursion experience: When going on excursions, we needed to swipe our room cards twice, which let the crew know if everyone had returned to the ship. This was a great feature, and we thought 'this is so suitable for parents, no need to worry too much, and it made me want to experience it again.' Also, before disembarking for each excursion, everyone was given bottled water, and upon returning to the cruise, we were greeted with hot towels to wipe our hands. If you felt too tired to visit the shore attractions, you could rest on the ship, where the onboard cinema would play movies.
4. Itinerary experience: We found the itinerary particularly rich, not only with shore excursions but also with the captain's welcome cocktail party and cultural performances on the cruise. Time seemed to fly by every day.
5. Accommodation experience: This time we stayed on the 6th floor of the cruise, and each room had a viewing balcony. At night, we watched the faintly visible mountains on both sides from the balcony, feeling the river breeze, and it was just too beautiful.
6. Other experiences: Besides these, we found that the ship also had KTV, a cinema, a children's play area, a book bar, and other areas to meet the needs of different groups of people. It's worth mentioning that you can also visit the cockpit, which is great for kids to learn something new. In August, there's even a summer parent-child voyage, which is fantastic.
Overall, we feel it's perfect for a family trip, and we will definitely bring our parents next time to experience the comfort and romance of a Three Gorges cruise journey.
🔸【Cruise Itinerary】
We boarded the ship in Yichang, and the whole trip was 5 days and 4 nights.
Day1: Departure to Yichang, take the cruise's dedicated bus to the boarding pier - buffet dinner
Day2: Three Gorges Tribe - Three Gorges Dam - Captain's welcome cocktail party
Day3: Goddess Stream - Wu Gorge - Qutang Gorge - Baidi City - Cultural performance
Day4: Fengdu Ghost City - Cultural performance
Day5: Buffet breakfast - Arrive in Chongqing and disembark
🔸【About the Cruise】
This time we experienced the Century Cruise (it is said that in addition to the Three Gorges cruise, Century Cruise's travel routes extend to various waters around the world, with itineraries including Egypt cruises, polar cruises, European river cruises, and Japan-Korea sea cruises).
🔸【Other Tips】
1. There will be late-night snacks on the ship, which can be pre-ordered at 20:00 and prepared after 22:00.
2. There is an onboard photographer throughout the trip to capture moments, and on the last day, we picked out several of our own photos, which is an additional charge.
CHEYENNE FULLER
Wu Gorge
Wu Gorge starts from Dongning River east of Wushan County and ends at Guandukou in Badong County, spanning a total length of 46 kilometers, and is known as the 'Great Gorge'. Wu Gorge is famous for its deep and exquisite beauty. The entire gorge area is characterized by its abrupt peaks, bizarre rocks, and continuous precipitous cliffs, forming an unbroken chain. It is the most scenic section of the Three Gorges, resembling a winding and meandering gallery, brimming with poetic and picturesque charm.
Victoria Ellington
Why don't you take the Yangtze Discovery?
【Opening】: This year's Three Gorges cruise is really exceptionally popular, especially as the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day are approaching, it's like a battle of the gods, each showing their magic, if you want to book, you better do it early, here comes the Yangtze Discovery, it's not difficult for it to stand out with its strength, it's up to you to choose or not~
🛬【Reference itinerary】:
Downstream (4 days and 3 nights): Chaotianmen-Fengdu Mingshan-Fengyan Three Kingdoms-Baidi City-Qutang Gorge-Wu Gorge-Wuyuan Cave-Ship Lift-Three Gorges Dam
Upstream (5 days and 4 nights): Yichang-Qu Yuan's Hometown-Three Gorges Dam-Xiling Gorge-Shennv Stream-Wu Gorge-Qutang Gorge-Baidi City-Fengdu Mingshan-Wuling Mountain Grand Canyon-Chaotianmen
(All attractions are included in the ticket)
⛺【Must-play reasons】: 1. The Yangtze Discovery has spacious and bright rooms and comfortable beds, with daily housekeeping; 2. The Yangtze Discovery is basically all-inclusive, its route basically covers the famous scenic spots of the Three Gorges; 3. The service on the cruise is also a highlight, with professional guides and service teams to ensure their safety and comfort; 4. The beautiful restaurant and various entertainment facilities provide a variety of food and entertainment activities to meet the needs of passengers and make the trip more colorful.
🏨【What's included】: River view balcony room + Chinese and Western buffet + all attractions in the itinerary
🚌【Transportation strategy】: Take a plane or high-speed train from your city to Chongqing/Yichang, then follow the navigation route to the pier (you can take the light rail or taxi directly in Chongqing; the pier in Yichang is far from the city, you can go to the Three Gorges Cruise Center to take a bus to the pier)
🧡【tips】: The weather in the Three Gorges is unpredictable recently, please bring rain gear and umbrellas in advance, and remember to bring non-slip shoes, power banks, jackets, etc.~
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For consultation and reservation, please contact customer service~
J@m3s T@yl0r
Goddess Sky Road, the promise of red leaves
The most beautiful season of the Three Gorges in a year - the red leaf season has arrived!
The river is full of red leaves like fire on both sides of the river, and the forest is dyed
Contrasting sharply with the green river
Forming a heavy-colored landscape painting
Red leaf varieties
The red leaves of the Three Gorges are mainly composed of yellow oak, black locust, maple, etc.
The colors are mostly blood red, wine red and other twenty distinct colors
The area of red leaves in the Three Gorges exceeds 100,000 mu
Distributed among the mountains and canyons on the south bank of the Yangtze River, from Yichang in the east to Fengjie in the west
The most worth seeing red leaves are concentrated along the river
Especially the scenery of the Wu Gorge section is the best!!
Goddess Sky Road
The mountain road between the cliffs is the best place to watch the Wu Gorge
On the opposite side is the beautiful Goddess Peak, and the Yangtze River meanders in the canyon to the distance.
Wu Gorge
Or take a cruise to enjoy the ultimate red leaf beauty on both sides
Or walk through the Wu Gorge Gallery, shuttle among the red leaves, and sigh at the spectacular scene of 'once the sea was hard to be water, except for Wushan is not a cloud'! The red leaves of Wushan in the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River are the most characteristic, largest in area, most diverse, most beautiful, longest viewing period, highest viewing value, best landscape combination, and most flexible touring method.
ExplorerExpeditions
The Wu Gorge is very deep and deep, and it is known as Junxiu. "Wanfeng is a martyr, and the key is strong." It is a true portrayal of it. The most famous one is the goddess peak, because I am watching the Three Gorges on land, so I dont see the goddess....
Foodie_Traveler.
I have long heard that the beauty of the Three Gorges in Wushan is only incomprehensible. Only when I am there can I see this grand scene. Although the mountain is beautiful, the small Three Gorges that are worn in the mountains like green ribbons are beautiful and beautiful. People are fascinated. Wushan Small Three Gorges, also known as Daning River Hill Gorge, from Wushan County in the south to Dachang City in the north. The small three gorges flow through the mountains and peaks, the cliffs stand, the spectacle is endless, and because of this, there is always praise that it is "not the Three Gorges, better than the Three Gorges."
The boat travels slowly on the surface of the water, leaving only the piece of film behind it. When you enjoy the scenery of the mountains and rivers, you will not come to the Longmen Gorge, which is known as the gateway to the Three Gorges. At the mouth of the gorge, the cliffs on both sides of the strait are opposite, and the sky is straight. The cliffs are covered with green trees, and the water flows between the two walls. Looking across the distance, the cliff is proud and stand out, and the momentum is so majestic. The so-called "Dragon Gate" is here. The Longmen Bridge, which spans the river and connects the two banks, adds a majestic and magnificent atmosphere to the Longmen Gorge.
When passing the Longmen Gorge by boat, the feeling of peak height and valley depth is most obvious. Perhaps because the gorge is narrow, it seems to be high; perhaps it is the peak height, so the gorge is narrow; or the gorge is narrow and high, which complement each other. In short, the boat trip between the two walls, looking up at the sky, a line of stunned; looking around, only see the strange peaks of different stones, layers of jade.