On Board Activities
New Century Cruises itineraries are designed to give you the best
balance between time ashore, scenic cruising, and visits to a variety
of places. Typically youll have at least one tour a day-morning or
afternoon, with the balance of the day cruising through scenic countryside.
A final detailed itinerary will be sent with your documents about
three weeks prior to departure. Please realize that your exact itinerary
is subject to change due to holidays, occasional temporary site
closures and weather conditions, in which case well make the best
possible alternate arrangements to maximize your experience.
A typical day on board starts with "early bird" breakfast
from 6:00-7:00 am in the Observation Lounge. Regular buffet breakfast
is served from 7:00-9:00 am in the restaurant, and it includes food
that will satisfy both American and European palates.
A daily briefing of the events ahead or a shore excursion (included
in the fare) usually follows breakfast or is in the late afternoon
during cocktail hour. Lunch is either back on the ship or is a picnic
ashore, prepared by the staff on the Century Diamond Cruises. Like
European cruise ships, lunch is both a buffet and/or from the menu.
The afternoon may be spent cruising the Yangtze, followed by tea
in the Observation Lounge. Cocktail hour is from 6:00 to 7:00, and
the prices are reasonable. Open seating dinner is back in the restaurant,
followed by some type of entertainment. The day ends with a "late
night" snack at 10:30 or 11:00.
Tai Chi Chuan: The term Chuan refers to a school or method of boxing
or combat. Tai Chi Chuan is a sophisticated method of fighting based
on the reconciliation of dynamically interacting forces. Daily practice
of Tai Chi promotes mental clarity and a healthy body, assists with
balance and helps the circulation of the blood. Tai Chi is also
a vehicle for the realization of surpassing beauty.
Lectures: New Century Cruises offer lectures on Chinese history
and culture which add insight and depth to the cruise experience.
Topics include the evolution of the dam project and its importance
to China, Chinese medicine, poetry by many of the famous Chinese
sages, Chinese language, Chinese traditional brush painting, dumpling
wrapping, etc.
Cabaret Shows: Our crew puts on a performance not to be missed!
Singing, dancing, music! The cabaret show is also an opportunity
for passengers to display any special talents they may have, whether
it be shaking a leg, or curling the tongue...anything!
Feature Films: If you prefer to simply relax in your cabin, feature
films are presented on your cabin television.
Tea Time and Happy Hour: Complimentary tea and coffee is offered
in the early morning before breakfast, and complimentary tea and
cookies are offered in the afternoon. During "Happy Hour",
enjoy your favorite cocktail at a discounted price, as you unwind
from the day's activities.
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