China's first rated five-star river cruise ships. Just name a few on their guest list Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Henry Kissinger. The East King started navigation in 1994. they are 91.5 meters long and 16.4 meters wide, equipped with Finland made diesel engines, which were considered to be one of best medium engines in the world. The maximum speed in still water is 32 km per hour. While more than sixty-five percent of their luxurious interiors were imported from Europe and America, their navigation systems were supplied by a famous Japanese firm, satellite communications by a Norwegian firm and air-conditioning by Danish "Hi-Pres.".

There are 2 Royal Suites on Cruise Ship, furnished in such a luxurious way that they will be able to accommodate all the kinds of VIPs in this world. There are 80 Standard rooms on East King, each with a 18-square-feet of comfortable space and a large picture window. All cabins feature satellite TV, central air, direct dial phone, fully stocked mini-bar and private bathroom. The East King can efficiently serve up to 180 passengers. The East King also provides the finest on-board meeting facilities in its Yangtze Hall. With a capacity of 120 people for dinner or seminar, the professional conference room is equipped with simultaneous interpretation, audio-visual equipment, flip charts, TV set with VCR or whiter boards upon request. Secretarial service such as photocopying, translation, typing, personal computers, fax capabilities are also available aboard.

The ship is also specifically designed with exceptional meeting facilities and a multi function room that can efficiently serve up to 200 persons.

To make on-board time most enjoyable, these ships offer a wonderful mix of recreation and entertainment facilities. General shipboard amenities include a relaxing whirlpool, a fitness center, health spar with a sauna, steam-bath and invigorating massage, a beauty salon, shops, night club and private KTV rooms, cafes and restaurants. Shipboard dining offers a choice of Asian and Western menus for everyone's dining pleasure and a variety of sumptuous Chinese and international entrees are being served. In addition to offering exciting shore excursions, on-board activities include movies, Tai Chi classes, cooking classes, Chinese calligraphy lecture, and theme lecture on Chinese culture.

Managed by a western-trained management team, the East King Cruise are perfectly suited for not only individual or group travelers, but also various theme parties and business conventions. In 2009, they offer exclusive 4 and 5 night itineraries through the spectacular Three Gorges between Yichang and Chongqing.

Not stymied by the annual floods or maintenance operations that prevent other cruise lines from operating all year long, our ships are able to cruise the Yangtze year-round. Going both upstream or downstream between Chongqing and Yichang, our passengers will enjoy a non-stop parade of scenic attractions which include the treacherous Xiling Gorge, the idyllic Wu Gorge, flanked by a medley of craggy peaks and intriguing rock formations, and Qutang Gorge, renowned not only for its abundant historical relics and cultural heritage, but for its impressive mountainous landscape as well. Our tours also include a variety of guided shore excursions to offer passengers a first-hand glimpse of the unique and awe-inspiring sights found off the beaten track in interior China. Highlights include seeing the ancient cliff coffins, road ruins and Chinese Folk Dance performances at Shennong Stream; exploring historic temples at Shibaozhai and, weather level and, touring the silk factory at Wanxian.

The East King Cruise is perfectly suited to meet the needs of the individual or the group travelers. Special events, including theme parties and business conventions, are professionally and efficiently managed by our western-trained on-board staff of tour specialists, from concept to completion. Both ships offer excellent recreational and leisure facilities to insure your utmost enjoyment while on board.

Main restaurant serves gourmet Chinese and International cuisine. To enhance your meals, we have an extensive selection of fine wines from all over the world. Alternatively, there is a choice of venues for snacks and drinks. The Promenade is a perfect venue for coffee, the Grand View Lounge Bar is the moot cozy and relaxing place breathtaking view of the Yangtze River. The Sun Deck Bar offers refreshments to suit everyone's mood.

Royal suites consist of one bedroom and sitting room with a private view lounge. Executive suites consist of one bedroom and one sitting room. All superior, deluxe, executive and royal cabins are 166 square feet, the largest on the river. All suites and cabins are beautifully appointed and feature remote-controlled satellite color TV, in-cabin IDD, central air-con system, hairdryer, a fully-stored mini-bar, private bathroom with extension phone and, of course, a safety box.

General amenities on board include a fully equipped fitness center, sauna, massage, steam-bath, hair salon. mini-library, clinic and shop. In the evenings you can dance the nights away at our Valentino's nightclub while enjoying your favorite drinks, You can always choose your favorite way to relax whilst cruising the magical Yangtze.

To help make your time aboard ship most enjoyable, we offer a wonderful mix of recreation and entertainment facilities. General shipboard amenities include a fully-equipped fitness center steam-bath and invigorating massage beauty salon shops. Entertainment spots include our popular Valentino's Nightclub where passengers can sing or dance the night away, game room cafe and restaurants. In addition to offering exciting shore excursions, on-board activities include movies Tai Chi classes cooking classes Chinese calligraphy lecture, theme lecture on Chinese family and culture, Mah-jong Bingo chess games and a festive Chinese wedding night. Or simply enjoy sunbathing on our Sun Deck while we cruise along some of the most mystical scenic sights in the world.