Carrying just 124 passengers, the Sanctuary MS Yangzi Explorer offers the finest and most personalized service of any ship sailing the river. The Sanctuary MS Yangzi Explorer has introduced a new standard of cruising in China. With the largest cabins and suites on the river, the highest crew to passenger ratio, and a commitment to environmental friendliness and sustainability, this is a cruise unlike any other.

Life aboard the spacious Sanctuary M.S. Yangzi Explorer is tranquil and unhurried. And with only 62 cabins, and fewer passengers than other boats, the journey is more relaxed and intimate. Most importantly, every cabin and suite features a viewing balcony that affords guests the opportunity to enjoy the kaleidoscope of ever-changing scenery through the gorges.

MS Yangzi Explorer Amenities

All suites benefit from the following features:

• All suites positioned on the outside of the ship
• Private twin balconies on more than 90% of suites
• Comfortable queen or twin-sized beds
• Individual climate control
• Spacious ensuite with a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and quality toiletries
• A spacious wardrobe and personal safe
• Flat-screen television
• Bottled water daily
• A well-stocked minibar
• Sitting area with a dressing table and chairs
• Daily turndown service
• Laundry and pressing service available

Cabins & Suites

All cabins boast floor-to-ceiling windows providing access to private balconies with outdoor armchairs and coffee tables. In addition to a choice of king or twin beds, connecting cabins are also available. All cabins are equipped with private bathroom, hairdryer, safety deposit box, mini bar and LCD satellite television.

Deluxe Cabin

This is the largest entry level cabin of its kind on the Yangzi River, 31 sqm in size and with its own private balcony. The deluxe cabin is fully equipped with LCD Satellite TV, electronic safe, mini bar and fridge.

Suite Cabin

A 39 sqm cabin, the perfect suite for a family of three passengers. The room is still spacious after adding an extra bed inside the room.

Mandarin & Jade Suites

81 sqm with separate bedroom and living room area. The spacious suites are designed with the traditional Chinese décor to enhance the experience of sailing down the Yangzi River.

Celestial & Imperial Suites

110 sqm, the top two suites on the Sanctuary M.S. Yangzi Explorer. This suite truly express comfort and space and with its private sundeck to enjoy a true panoramic view of the gorges inside their suite.

The ship also has the most spacious and indulgent spa on board any cruise vessel on the Yangzi. With an area covering more than 300 square metres, the Yangzi Spa is a haven of tranquility and rejuvenation. With six treatment rooms, guests will have the opportunity to truly indulge and relax while on board. A varied menu of spa services, including massage and beauty treatments are available for your enjoyment.

Dining & Cuisine

A team of internationally trained chefs and a well-stocked wine cellar ensure dining aboard Sanctuary MS Yangzi Explorer is superb experience. Innovative a-la-carte menus featuring the finest of Chinese and continental cuisine, served with complimentary house wines and other refreshments at all lunches and dinners, are hallmarks of the Sanctuary Yangzi Explorer experience. The chef is always at hand to cater for particular dietary requirements, or a special dinner with family and friends in one of the private rooms.