Yichang
Gateway to the Three Gorges
The Three Gorges Dam's home city is where the cruise begins — ships lock through the ship lift and enter Xiling Gorge's first cliff walls within the hour. Riverside terraces watch the traffic of barges and cruise ships pass.
Don't miss
- Three Gorges Dam ship lift
- Xiling Gorge's first walls
- Chinese sturgeon exhibit
Best time to visit: April–October for cruises
Visas: Australian passport holders currently enter China visa-free for up to 30 days — an arrangement scheduled to end on 31 December 2026, so confirm the rules for your travel dates.