High-End Yangtze Cruise Ship "Vista·Aurora" Makes Maiden Voyage
2026-08-07 20:08:04
By Zhou Chunyi.
Vista·Aurora, the second high-end cruise flagship of Three Gorges Tourism Group, began service from Yichang Port on August 5. The vessel will sail the Chongqing–Yichang route alongside its sister ship Vista Harmony, which entered service in April.
Vista·Aurora, the second high-end cruise flagship of Three Gorges Tourism Group, began service from Yichang Port on August 5. The vessel will sail the Chongqing–Yichang route alongside its sister ship Vista Harmony, which entered service in April.
Vista·Aurora made its maiden voyage from Yichang Port. Photo by Fu Beibei.
The ship uses an extended-range hybrid power system and Huawei HarmonyOS Smart Home technology. These support green, low-carbon operations and cut vibration and noise.
The vessel is 150 meters long with seven decks, 259 cabins, and room for up to 650 passengers. Balcony staterooms offer floor-to-ceiling views.
The Vista Aurora cruise ship features an open-air deck lounge with a high, open-canopy design.Onboard amenities include a kids' play area, an intangible cultural heritage workshop, and VR interactive zones. Dining covers global cuisines and regional specialties, with a Silk Road restaurant and a light-meal bar.
The cruise line follows Les Clefs d'Or service standards. Passengers receive luggage check-through, with dedicated butler service for suites.
The cruise line follows Les Clefs d'Or service standards. Passengers receive luggage check-through, with dedicated butler service for suites.
Performers lined up at the entrance of the cruise ship to welcome boarding passengers. Photo by Song Jinge.Long Jie, correspondents Liu Qimeng contributed to this story.
