As China's first five-star deluxe river cruise ship, the "East King" owned and managed by Hubei Orient Royal Cruise ship Limited, is respectively started operation in August 1994 and April 1995. It is the best ship on the Yangtze River.
"East King" has Finland made diesel engines (Arsela 8R 22126), widely recognized as one of the best medium speed engines in the world. At least 65% of the luxurious interiors are imported from Europe and America. The navigation system is supplied by the Japanese firm-FUR UNO and the satellite communications by the Norwegian Firm EB. The Danish "Hi-Pres" air-conditioning ensures a comfortable temperature of around 220C in every corner onboard.
With careful designs and elaborate equipment, the East King Cruise provides international standard of comfort and service unmatched on the river. Guests can enjoy the high-level service while viewing the spectacular scene of Three Gorges. Superior hardware combined with the excellent hotel service has earned the "East King" the coveted reputation of "Best Cruise ship on the Yangtze River".

BEAUTY SALON/BARBER SERVICES Beauty salon and barber services are available including manicures, pedicures and facials. Appointments for these chargeable services may be made on board the ship.
BUSINESS SERVICES Business Center offers secretarial, fax and photocopying services, as well as computer and typewriter rental. Ship-to-shore phone calls and fax transmissions are available at standard tariffs. Conference/meeting facilities are also available on board.
CLOTHING SUGGESTIONS There is no particular dress code on Orient Royal Cruise. Casual resort wear is appropriate for daytime aboard ship or ashore and consists of standard sport outfits as worn at resorts. Shoes should be flat or low heeled for deck activities. On Captain's Welcome Dinner which will take place on second day on board, suit and tie for gentlemen and dresses and pantsuits for ladies are recommended.
CREDIT CARDS AND CURRENCY Any and all payments to Orient Royal Cruise shall be made in U.S. dollars. All charges for services provided and products purchased on board the shi must be in cash, check or charge (VISA, MasterCard, American Express or Diners Club) before your final disembarkation from the ship.
DELUXE, SUPERIOR, EXECUTIVE CABINS AND ROYAL SUITE Deluxe, superior and executive cabins are located on different floors with various cabin amenities and services. Please check the Rates item in this web site for classification and rates. Passengers desiring to transfer to higher priced accommodations, which may be available during embarkation or after sailing, may do so by paying, in cash or traveler's cheques, the difference in published full cruise fares.
DINING ON BOARD The welcome letter found in your cabin will indicate your prearranged table number or notified by your tour guide. Breakfast is usually served at 7:30 a.m., lunch at 12:30 a.m. and dinner at 7:00p.m. Time of dinning however is sometimes adjusted according to shore excursion arrangements. In-cabin dining: you may order from our in-cabin Room Service Menu 24 hours a day.
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES The power points on board ship are for 220 volts AC, 2 round pin plug. Please make sure that you have a suitable adapter. In each cabin, a hair dryer is provided inside the dressing table. The on board video system are compatible to both PAL and NTSC format.
GAMING Mahjong rooms are available for rental and are operated on appointment basis.
GRATUITIES ORC does not include a fixed service charge in the cruise rates. Although it is a personal matter, you may find the following guidelines helpful. Approximately $5 total daily per passenger covers cabin and touring service. A service gratuity of 15% to bar waiters, wine steward and laundry staff will be added automatically to your account .
KIOSK The shop offers a selection of Chinese traditional handicrafts and Orient Royal Cruise logo items. Toiletries and convenience items are also available for purchase.
LAUNDRY/VALET SERVICES Complete valet services, including laundry, pressing and dry cleaning are available with charge and may be arranged through your cabin stewardess.
MAIL Postage and mailing services are available at the Reception desk.
MEDICAL SERVICES Medical services are available for a reasonable fee. A qualified physician are normally in attendance on all ORC cruises.
MINORS AND CHILD CARE Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or other responsible adult over the age of 21. A baby-sitter can be arranged on board through Housekeeping. However, child care is not included in your cruise fare.
PETS We cannot accommodate pets on any Orient Royal Cruises.
PORT/SHORE EXCURSION CHARGES Port and Shore excursion charges are indicated separately in the cruise information item.
SHIP-TO-SHORE COMMUNICATION Each cabin is equipped with IDD/DDD telephone system. As Tele-communication from the ship is transmitted via satellite, regardless of the call destination (international or domestic) charges are more expensive than on the mainland. Calls will be billed to your account automatically.
SMOKING We have designated smoking and non-smoking areas in the dining rooms and lounges on board and request these be thoughtfully observed. Pipe and cigar smoking is permitted only in designated areas on the outer deck.
SPA AND FITNESS CENTER East King and East Queen each features a whirlpool and a fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment. Also available for a charge are massage treatments, sauna and steam bath in the Health Club.
SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS If you have special dietary requirements, please advise us of your needs at least 30 days prior to the sailing.
SPECIAL OCCASIONS ON THE YANGTZE If you are celebrating a birthday, anniversary, honeymoon or another special occasion during your cruise, we will be happy to celebrate the event with you. Please have your travel agent advise us of such occasions at least four weeks prior to departure.
VALUABLES Your cabin is equipped with a personal safe. Orient Royal Cruise is not responsible for any articles such as money, jewelry, cameras, binoculars, documents or any other items which you retain in your personal control or in your cabin.
WHEELCHAIRS Passengers with wheelchairs must notify their travel agents at the time of booking with sufficient information as to the size and other applicable characteristics of their wheel chairs to insure that the booked cabin is suitable for wheelchair entry. Conditions may preclude passengers with wheelchairs from going ashore at certain ports of call.
WEATHER INFORMATION Chongqing and Wuhan are known traditionally as the "furnaces of China". Between April and September, the temperature in the Yangtze River valley reaches 36oC (97oF) and above. Spring and autumn are therefore the best seasons for making the river cruises. However, with the tall mountains and gorges through which the river threads its path, precipitation is very high and the peaks are often shrouded in cloud and mist, although a light haze can enhance the beauty of the scenery.
Guest Room
* Suites: 2 Royal suites of luxury with bedrooms and living rooms. Satellite color TV with 3 in-house video channels, IDD, individually controlled air conditioners, direct dial phones, mini-bars, private bathrooms with extension phones and hairdryer, day seat & table, closets, a safe, etc. Large picture windows offer breathtaking views of the scenery alongside the River.
* Deluxe Standard Staterooms: 78 (East King), Deluxe Standard Staterooms 188-square-feet of comfortable space with twin beds, satellite color TV with 3 in-house video channels,IDD, individually controlled air conditioners, direct dial phones, mini-bars, private bathrooms with extension phones and hairdryer, day seat & table, closets, etc. Large picture windows offer breathtaking views of the scenery alongside the River.