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Finland made diesel engines (Arsela 8R 22126), widely recognized as one of the best medium speed engines in the world. At least 65% of the luxurious interiors are imported from Europe and America. The navigation system is supplied by the Japanese firm-FUR UNO and the satellite communications by the Norwegian Firm EB. The Danish "Hi-Pres " air-conditioning ensures a comfortable temperature of around 220C in every corner onboard. With careful designs and elaborate equipment, M.S. East King provides international standard of comfort and service unmatched on the Yangtze River. Guests can enjoy the high-level service while viewing the spectacular scene of Three Gorges. Superior hardware combined with the excellent hotel service has earned the M.S. East King the coveted reputation of "Best Cruise ships on the Yangtze River".
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Quotation
Sailing / MonthApr/May/Sep/OctJan/Feb/Mar/Jun/Jul/Aug/Nov/Dec
UpStream ( Yichang - Chongqing )$543$400
DownStream ( Chongqing - Yichang )$657$400
Sailing Date
MonthDay
UpStreamDownStream
Jan
Feb
Mar30
Apr2 , 9 , 16 , 23 , 306 , 13 , 20 , 27
May7 , 14 , 21 , 284 , 11 , 18 , 25
Jun4 , 11 , 18 , 251 , 8 , 15 , 22 , 29
Jul2 , 9 , 16 , 23 , 306 , 13 , 20 , 27
Aug
Sep3 , 10 , 17 , 247 , 14 , 21 , 28
Oct1 , 8 , 15 , 22 , 295 , 12 , 19 , 26
Nov5 , 12 , 19 , 262 , 9 , 16 , 23 , 30
Dec3 , 10 , 17 , 24 , 317 , 14 , 21 , 28
Itinerary

Upstream

  • D1 19:00-24:00 Embarking on board in Yichang and checking in.
  • D2 06:00-06:30 Sun Deck: Learning Taiji Boxing.
  • 06:30 Breakfast.
  • 07:00 Set sail.
  • 07:00-08:30 Appreciating the Xiling Gorge.
  • 08:30-10:30 Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Hydropower Dam.
  • 11:00 Sail through the Three Gorges Dam Shiplock.
  • 12:00 Lunch.
  • 14:30 Lecture on Three Gorges Dam.
  • 18:00 Welcome Cocktail party by captain.
  • 19:00 Welcome Banquet.
  • 21:00 Chinese folk dancing and singing party.
  • D3 06:00-06:30 Sun Deck: Learning Taiji Boxing.
  • 06:30 Breakfast.
  • 08:00-12:30 Floating the ancient and mystical Shennong Stream.
  • 12:30 Lunch.
  • 13:00-15:30 Appreciating the beautiful landscape of Wu Gorge.
  • 15:30 Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board.
  • 17:30-18:00 Sailing through Kui Gate, appreciating the landscape of Qutang Gorge.
  • 19:00 Dinner.
  • 21:00 Happy evening party.
  • D4 06:00-06:30 Sun Deck: Learning Taiji Boxing.
  • 06:30 Breakfast.
  • 10:30 Lecture on Yangtze River.
  • 12:30 Lunch.
  • 15:30-18:30 Shore excursion to the Ghost City---Fengdu
  • 18:30 Farewell Banquet.
  • 21:00 Fashion Show.
  • D5 07:30 Breakfast.
  • 08:00-09:00 Front Desk: Check out, please return the keys.
  • 09:00 Disembark at Chongqing and the happy journey is over.

Downstream

  • D1 19:30-21:00 Embarking on board in Chongqing and checking in.
  • 22:00 Set sail from Chongqing.
  • D2 06:00-06:30 Sun Deck: Learning Taiji Boxing.
  • 06:30-08:00 Breakfast.
  • 08:00-10:00 Shore excursion to Wan County
  • 10:00 Announcement on itinerary and facilities on board.
  • 12:00 Lunch.
  • 14:30 Lecture on Yangtze River.
  • 17:30 Sailing through Kui Gate, appreciating the landscape of Qutang Gorge.
  • 18:30 Welcome Cocktail party by captain.
  • 19:00 Welcome Banquet.
  • 21:00 Chinese folk dancing and singing party.
  • D3 06:00-06:30 Sun Deck: Learning Taiji Boxing.
  • 06:30-08:00 Breakfast.
  • 08:00-10:00 Appreciating the beautiful landscape of Wu Gorge.
  • 10:00-13:30 Floating the ancient and mystical Shennong Stream.
  • 13:30 Lunch.
  • 15:30 Lecture on Three Gorges Dam.
  • 18:00 Farewell Banquet.
  • 20:00 Sail through the Three Gorges Dam Shiplock.
  • 21:00 Happy evening party.
  • D4 06:00-06:30 Sun Deck: Learning Taiji Boxing.
  • 06:30-08:00 Breakfast
  • 08:00-10:00 Shore excursion to the Three Gorges Hydropower Dam.
  • 10:00-11:00 Visiting the Xiling Gorge.
  • 12:00 Lunch.
  • 12:00-13:00 Front Desk: Check out and return the keys.
  • 13:00 Disembark at Yichang and the happy journey is over.
Technical data
  • Year Built: April 1995
  • Refurbished: 2004
  • Gross Tonnage: 5309T
  • Length: 91.5m
  • Beam/Width: 16.4 m
  • Draft: 2.8 m
  • Speed: 28 km/h
  • Passenger Decks: 5
  • Crew: 120
  • Standard Cabins: 92
  • Stateroom:188
  • Total Cabins: 98
  • Total Passengers: 192
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