Explore ancient parts of China while enjoying modern-day amenities onboard the Yangzi Explorer.

Sanctuary Retreats offers a nine-day tour that starts with two nights in Shanghai, followed by four nights aboard the Yangzi Explorer, traveling from Yichang to Chongqing and making stops at local towns along the way. On day seven, passengers fly to Beijing to spend three nights exploring.

The boat holds 124 passengers with a 1:1 crew to passenger ratio, and every room has a private balcony. On-board entertainment includes a two-floor theater, calligraphy class and demonstrations in traditional Chinese exercise and medicine.

Cost: Starts at $3,160 per person*