Yangtze River Cruise packages are now available from Dragonair Holidays for travellers looking for an unforgettable tour. Included in the holiday experience is sailing on the "Viking Century Sky" - the luxury inland river ship - while enjoying the magnificent scenery of the Three Gorges along the Yangtze River.

The packages are valid for Monday and Friday departure from now until November 5, 2007, with a choice of arriving in Chongqing and returning from Shanghai (six-day/five-night downstream cruise package) or arriving in Wuhan and returning from Chongqing (seven-day/six-night upstream cruise package). Prices start from HK$8,599 for an adult sharing a twin room (exclusive of taxes and surcharges). And if travellers make a booking for an August departure, a second passenger can travel for the special discount rate of HK$4,599.

Yangtze River is the longest river in Mainland China and is famous for its Three Gorges, Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. The cruise journeys through the gorges, as well as Badong and Fengdu where travellers will be able to visit the Snow Jade Cave. A further excursion to the Lesser Three Gorges will allow travellers to experience the excitement of the spectacular views of the surrounding cliffs.

Another highlight is the shore trip to the world famous Dam Site attraction of the Three Gorges Project, which is one of the biggest hydropower-complex projects in the world.

The "Viking Century Sky", owned by Viking River Cruises offers excellent holiday experiences for travellers with river-views and private balcony cabins, hotel-style beds and gourmet dining.

The packages comprise round-trip Economy Class ticket, two nights hotel accommodation, three/four nights cruise onboard the "Viking Century Sky" including meals, accommodation, shore excursions, and insurance.

Dragonair Holidays is now managed and marketed by Cathay Holidays Limited.

For more information or reservations, travellers should contact Cathay Holidays Limited by visiting www.cxholidays.com.