Victoria Cruise Lines: China & Yangtze
Imagine
towering mountains and tranquil waters, dramatic sunsets and
breathtaking sunrises. The Victoria Cruise lines sails the course
of one of the most majestic rivers in the world- the Yangtze
in China. With culinary landscapes which rival natural landscapes,
finely decorated cabins, and festivities that educate and delight,
the Victoria crew strive to make your journey a memory that
will last a lifetime.
The
Victoria dining experience is reflective of China—an evolving
culinary experience with a fusion of western dishes. Our passengers
will taste the culture and traditions that are behind the dishes
that are prepared with the freshest, highest quality ingredients,
allowing natural flavors to emerge and stimulate the senses.
Our award-winning dining experience offers three full servings
a day. Fully-loaded Western and Chinese buffets greet passengers
for breakfast and lunch. Dinner is served in the intimate setting
of our Dynasty dining room a la Chinese- style.
Victoria
Cruise Lines offers daily practice of Tai Chi, promoting mental
clarity and a healthy body. Tai Chi is offered early mornings
to begin the journey and exploration of the third longest river
in the world.
For those with interest in local culture, lectures are scheduled onboard to provide more insight on specific subjects in Chinese culture. Topics will include evolution of the Dam project and why the construction of the largest hydroelectric dam in the world is pertinent to Chinese civilization.
With
a culture as diverse as China, fashion has changed immensely
over the past couple hundred years. The crew will model the
evolution of China fashion for costumes dating back to the Han
Dynasty period (206 BC -220 AD to the present. Get ready to
go through time as the crew presents some of the most elaborate
designs in Chinese culture.
On-board
Cabaret shows feature singing, dancing, and music. The cabaret
show is also an opportunity for passengers to display and special
talents they may have whether it be shaking a leg, or curling
the tongue. This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind and enjoy
the experience while cruising on the Yangtze with Victoria.
Tea
times are special, with complimentary offerings that range from
early bird coffee and tea to jumpstart the exciting adventures
of the day, to mid-day tea and cookies in the afternoon to absorb
the new sites. Happy hours are also available in the evening
for a pre-dinner indulging.
Aboard the Victoria is a boutique featuring a wide array of gifts for family, friends or personal collections. You will find souvenirs from Yangtze destinations, clothing indigenous to the Orient, Victoria logo items, and more. There will be endless items for guests to see and purchase to make memories of their Yangtze voyage last a lifetime.
