Enjoy an elegant cruise to explore the picturesque Northern Laos from the charming capital city Vientiane to the ancient royal capital Luang Prabang. Travel through the far-off forested hills and view the unspoiled nature with cliffs, mountains and high plateaus. Don't miss the chance to savor the incredible sights of the riverfronts that will bring your trip inspiring moments.
Date |
Destinations |
Activities |
Meals |
Day 1 |
Luang Prabang |
Walk up Phou Si hill, visit night market |
D |
Day 2 |
Luang Prabang |
Explore Luang Prabang: Watch the alms-giving ceremony, visit Wat... |
B, L, D |
Day 3 |
Pak Ou Caves |
Explore the famous Pak Ou Caves, visit Laotian village |
B, L, D |
Day 4 |
The Mighty Mekong |
Admire wild nature along the mighty Mekong River, visit a local... |
B, L, D |
Day 5 |
Kuang Si – Luang Prabang |
Visit the famous Kuang Si waterfalls, stroll through the small... |
B, L, D |
Day 6 |
Luang Prabang |
Disembark and check-out |
B |
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Activities:
Walk up Phou Si hill, visit night market
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Meal:
Dinner
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Included:
Dinner, accommodation, transportation
After lunch, embark on the comfortable boutique-cruise ship with stylish cabins, the Mekong Cruise vessel. Start your excursion by walking up Phou Si hill and take a spectacular sunset view over the Mekong as well as Khan Rivers and surrounding mountains. Spend your evening strolling along the Mekong promenade and visiting colorful night market of the local Hmong minority. Then, savor your dinner at the spacious decks with a selection of Asian and European food provided throughout the cruise. Spend your first night aboard the river vessel.
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Activities:
Explore Luang Prabang: Watch the alms-giving ceremony, visit Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Khili and Wat Sene temples
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Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
Before enjoying breakfast served on board, you will able to watch alms-giving ceremony along the streets of Luang Prabang. Then spend the rest of the morning visiting the famous temples Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Khili and Wat Sene. Depart Luang Prabang to begin your spectacular cruise to the north through beautiful scenery. The night is spent on a secluded river bank or sandbank. Overnight onboard your river vessel.
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Activities:
Explore the famous Pak Ou Caves, visit Laotian village
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Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
After breakfast, explore the famous Pak Ou Caves with thousands of small Buddha images inside the caverns. Then take a short walk through the jungle to visit a Laotian village, there you can observe how the local liqueur lao-lao is distilled traditionally and see elephants in action. Return to the Mekong vessel, continue cruising the Mekong River amid beautiful landscapes. Overnight onboard.
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Activities:
Admire wild nature along the mighty Mekong River, visit a local village school, watch nature’s wonders along the shores
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Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
Head south to the Mekong ferry crossing at Tha Deua, futher downstream to discover some of the most remarkable, impressive landscapes along the river: hills covered with tropical vegetation, awe-inspiring rock formations and a fascinating array of fast current and slower river parts. The power of the mighty Mekong will give you the feeling of a real expedition. Then you will visit a local village school which is supported by guests of the Mekong River fleet and. Before heading north, enjoy the beautiful views and watch nature’s wonders along the shores. Stop at a sandbank for the night.
5
Kuang Si – Luang Prabang
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Activities:
Visit the famous Kuang Si waterfalls, stroll through the small village of Tha Pan, enjoy the farewell dinner
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Meal:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
After breakfast, admire the beautiful view and spot local fishermen onshore as cruising upstream again. Stop and visit the famous Kuang Si waterfalls by bus, stroll through the small village of Tha Pan and observe the life of the local communities live in Northern Laos. Return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy the farewell dinner celebrated on board with a traditional Lao Baci-friendship ceremony.
After breakfast, say goodbye to your Laotian crew. Check-out and disembark. End of service after being transferred to the airport.
-
Activities:
Walk up Phou Si hill, visit night market
-
Meals:
Dinner
-
Included:
Dinner, accommodation, transportation
After lunch, embark on the comfortable boutique-cruise ship with stylish cabins, the Mekong Cruise vessel. Start your excursion by walking up Phou Si hill and take a spectacular sunset view over the Mekong as well as Khan Rivers and surrounding mountains. Spend your evening strolling along the Mekong promenade and visiting colorful night market of the local Hmong minority. Then, savor your dinner at the spacious decks with a selection of Asian and European food provided throughout the cruise. Spend your first night aboard the river vessel.
-
Activities:
Explore Luang Prabang: Watch the alms-giving ceremony, visit Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Khili and Wat Sene temples
-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
-
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
Before enjoying breakfast served on board, you will able to watch alms-giving ceremony along the streets of Luang Prabang. Then spend the rest of the morning visiting the famous temples Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Khili and Wat Sene. Depart Luang Prabang to begin your spectacular cruise to the north through beautiful scenery. The night is spent on a secluded river bank or sandbank. Overnight onboard your river vessel.
-
Activities:
Explore the famous Pak Ou Caves, visit Laotian village
-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
-
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
After breakfast, explore the famous Pak Ou Caves with thousands of small Buddha images inside the caverns. Then take a short walk through the jungle to visit a Laotian village, there you can observe how the local liqueur lao-lao is distilled traditionally and see elephants in action. Return to the Mekong vessel, continue cruising the Mekong River amid beautiful landscapes. Overnight onboard.
-
Activities:
Admire wild nature along the mighty Mekong River, visit a local village school, watch nature’s wonders along the shores
-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
-
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
Head south to the Mekong ferry crossing at Tha Deua, futher downstream to discover some of the most remarkable, impressive landscapes along the river: hills covered with tropical vegetation, awe-inspiring rock formations and a fascinating array of fast current and slower river parts. The power of the mighty Mekong will give you the feeling of a real expedition. Then you will visit a local village school which is supported by guests of the Mekong River fleet and. Before heading north, enjoy the beautiful views and watch nature’s wonders along the shores. Stop at a sandbank for the night.
5
Kuang Si – Luang Prabang
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Activities:
Visit the famous Kuang Si waterfalls, stroll through the small village of Tha Pan, enjoy the farewell dinner
-
Meals:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
-
Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, accommodation, transportation, guide
After breakfast, admire the beautiful view and spot local fishermen onshore as cruising upstream again. Stop and visit the famous Kuang Si waterfalls by bus, stroll through the small village of Tha Pan and observe the life of the local communities live in Northern Laos. Return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy the farewell dinner celebrated on board with a traditional Lao Baci-friendship ceremony.
After breakfast, say goodbye to your Laotian crew. Check-out and disembark. End of service after being transferred to the airport.
Inclusions
- 5 overnights aboard your boutique river vessel
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All meals and tour program as per above itinerary
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Coffee, tea and water during meal times on board (juice for breakfast)
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All excursions and necessary entry fees
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Presentations and lectures by your cruise director
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Transfers from/to Luang Prabang airport or your hotel in town
Exclusions
- Visa fees
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Alcoholic and soft drinks
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Flights
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Tips
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Transfers (can be arranged on request for a small extra charge)
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Video or photography-fees (if requested during excursions)
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Personal expenditures or not mentioned services of any kind