Yangtze river cruises, made for you
China
About Yangtze river cruises
Cruises through the Three Gorges.
Yangtze river cruises is in China. Our designers can tell you how it fits into a wider journey.
Experiences
Experiences picked by our Yangtze river cruises specialists
Beijing
the Forbidden City and the Great Wall
Xi'an
the Terracotta Army
Yunnan
mountain towns and tea villages
A word from one of our experts
“We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada…”
We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada and it surely won't be our last! Every detail and moment of our trip was perfectly planned. We were met every step of the way with courteous and knowledgeable drivers and guides. We really appreciated the local guides and the commitment they had to make every day special. Thank you Jacada for the…
Where to stay in Yangtze river cruises
Lodges, camps and hotels our designers return to.
Why plan with us
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Designed around you
Every itinerary starts from a conversation, not a brochure, and is shaped by your pace, interests and budget.
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Specialists who have been there
Our designers plan the places they know first-hand, down to the right room and the best guide.
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Travel that gives back
We favour stays and guides that support local people, wildlife and the places you visit.
Trip inspiration
Ideas to start from; every one is changed to suit you.
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Beijing
China’s capital is a place of extremes. It has one of the world’s highest populations and is the very definition of a 21st-century city, ye…
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Chengdu
The capital of the Chinese province of Sichuan and known as a laid-back city with an emphasis on culture and relaxation, Chengdu is one of…
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Dali and Shaxi
Located amid breathtaking natural landscapes in China’s historic and culture-rich Yunnan province, Dali and Shaxi are two heritage towns th…
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Hangzhou
Located just to the southwest of bustling Shanghai, the charming and scenic city of Hangzhou is famed for its breathtaking natural beauty,…
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Lijiang
Lijiang is a wonderfully picturesque, historic city, found in the northwest part of China’s Yunnan district and along the famous trad…
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Shanghai
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Shangri-La
Set at an altitude of 3,200 metres and blessed by stunning countryside consisting of snow-capped mountains, glistening lakes and verdant pa…
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Tibet
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Xi'an
A fascinating city with an existence in excess of 3,000 years, over 1,000 of which saw the city serving as capital to 13 dynasties, Xi’an i…
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Yangshuo
Located in the Guangxi province in southern China, Yangshuo is a region famous for its natural beauty. The Li River courses its way past to…
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Meet your Asia team
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Cathy Jocubeit
Senior Concierge – Asia Pacific
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David D Arcy
Senior Travel Designer
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Ellie Khoury
Senior Travel Designer
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Georgina Bainbridge
Travel Designer
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Gilda Tang
Client Experience Manager for Asia Pacific
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Gita Widyasari
Asia Pacific Concierge
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Jessica Wijesinghe
Senior Asia Pacific Concierge
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Keith Jarman
Senior Travel Designer
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Kit Wong
Senior Travel Designer
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Leanne Anglo
Travel Designer
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Lucy Clarke
Travel Designer
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Rachel O Leary
Senior Travel Designer
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Rachel Rose
Travel Designer
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Rahma Adiningtyas
Asia Pacific Concierge
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Rosanna Convey
Travel Designer
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Taylor Williamson
Travel Designer
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Yvonne Green
Travel Designer
When to visit Yangtze river cruises
Monsoons shape the seasons across much of Asia, but somewhere is always at its best. As a rule the winter months suit Southeast Asia, while spring and autumn are lovely in Japan, China and Korea.
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Southeast Asia dry season
November - April
Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam's south.
Cherry blossom in Japan
Late March - April
Gardens and riversides in bloom.
Autumn colours
October - November
Japan, Korea and China at their most colourful.
Bali and eastern Indonesia
April - October
The dry season in the islands.
Borneo wildlife
March - October
Drier months in the rainforest.
The best time to visit Yangtze river cruises
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Ask our experts
When is the best time to visit Yangtze river cruises?
The favourite months are April to May and September to October. Each season has something to offer, so tell us when you can travel.
How long should I spend in Yangtze river cruises?
Two or three nights suit most trips; longer if you want a slower pace or more time outdoors.
What can I combine Yangtze river cruises with?
It pairs well with Beijing, Chengdu and Dali and Shaxi, elsewhere in China.
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“We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada…”
We enjoyed our first trip with Jacada and it surely won't be our last! Every detail and moment of our trip was perfectly planned. We were met every step of the way with courteous and knowledgeable drivers and guides. We really appreciated the local guides and the commitment they had to make every day special. Thank you Jacada for the…
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My wife and I used Jacada to plan our honeymoon to French Polynesia. Working with the Jacada team was fantastic and effortless. Every question was quickly answered. Every hiccup was quickly addressed. We felt like we were in the hands of experts who are equally passionate about travel, and who were committed to helping us have the trip of a…
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We enjoy traveling and we have used Jacada Travel for some wonderful trips over several years. We have never been disappointed. In 2024 we took a Safari in Botswana Africa and walked with the gorillas in Rwanda planned by Jacada and the itinerary was amazing. In 2025 we had planned a trip to Antartica ( with another company ) but…
Yangtze river cruises in motion
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Your trip, your story
Every itinerary starts with a conversation and is shaped around you.
A dedicated team looks after the details before, during and after your trip.