Like her sister ships President I and and President II (Yellow Crane), President III - M. V. Splendid China is one of the best cruise ships on Yangtze River. Named by former Chinese Premier, the ship is a joint venture of China Travel Service (Hong Kong) Ltd., one of the largest travel group, who also owns a same name theme park in Tampa, Florida, and Hubei Yangtze Cruise Corp Ltd., who was a pioneer in the cruising business on Yangtze River.

At a length of 91.8 meters, a width of 16.8 meters and a draft of 2 meters, this four star deluxe cruiser has a maximum speed of 32 km/hr in still water. Once you see it, you will not forget its unique outlook: it is like a traditional Chinese Palace. After aboard, you will find that the most modern passenger conveniences and spaciousness have been incorporated, blending the elegant and glamorous features and appearances everywhere. Equipped with imported engine, air-conditioning system and many other facilities, the ship boasts for her stability, low noise, safety and comfort. With a total passenger capacity of 168, she has 2 presidential suites, 1 deluxe suite, 7 standard cabins and 74 super standard cabins. Each Super standard cabin has a space of 22.8 square meters with an open view window and two twin-size beds. The cabin is bigger than those at the same rate of most other Cruisers on Yangtze River.

Like other ships of President series, the Splendid China offers the finest and a wide range of services and amenities, including satellite telephone and fax, satellite RV, circuit TV, stereo sound system, panoramic observation platform, Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, multi-function center of recreations, dining room,, gift shop, business center, beauty salon, clinic, chess room, laundry, and foreign exchange services, etc. It is a perfect place for sightseeing, vacation, and small to medium-sized conferences. In the past years, this ship was one of the best sellers on the greatest river in China. In 2003, the Splendid China is sailing between Wuhan and Chongqing or Yichang and Chongqing.