RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Cabins : 10 | Launched : 2015 | Length : 44.5 (146ft) | Crew Members : 15
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Launched in 2015, Laos Pandaw Cruise is the very first cruise ship sailing on the upper Mekong River and exploring three countries of Golden Triangle (Laos, Thailand and Myanmar) and China.
Finished in brass and teak and designed in traditional style, RV Laos Pandaw Cruise is the perfect match that reflects the timeless and rich colonial history and culture of the river. With just ten beautifully-decorated staterooms, this boutique Laos River Cruise offers intimate experiences with personalized service throughout the journey.
Boarding Pandaw Cruise in Laos, guests will be delighted by the charming wooden decor creating a cozy and truly authentic atmosphere throughout the ship. While aboard Laos Pandaw Mekong Cruise, you will experience the daily life on the river, untouched and rugged scenery and hidden villages on a voyage that crosses the entirety of Laos.
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Main deck cabins
No of Cabins : 10 | Area : 14m2 (150ft2) | Bed : Double or Twin
The Main Deck provides 10 staterooms with 14-sqm floor area. All cabins feature Double beds and Twin beds, spacious and relaxing area, panoramic window with lovely view over the Mekong. Rooms are fully equiped with high-class facilities, including private bathrooms with branded fittings, all to ensure the best comfort for passengers.
- Panoramic sliding door
- Kimonos and slippers
- Spa-branded amenities
- Unlimited mineral water
- Electric mini safe
- Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows
- Premium mattresses
- Convertible bed configuration
- Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift
- Multi-configuration plugs
- Generous closet space and under-bed storage
- Hair dryer
- Daily nightly turndown service
- Complimentary evening canapés
RV LAOS PANDAW DECK PLAN
Restaurant
Indoor lounge bar
Outdoor Lounge
Baci Dance
Jinghong to Luang Prabang 14 Nights
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Embark the RV Laos Pandaw Cruise and enjoy a hearty on boat. After that, a Chinese language lesson and briefing on Jinghong ensue.
Later in the afternoon, the guide will assist you with a scenic walk in Jinghong to visit local market and pagoda.
The balance of the day is free at your leisure, stay overnight on the cruise
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Once you fill yourself up with a delicious breakfast, our Jinghong city tour starts by a visit to the Tropical Plant Institute and the Manting Park – the oldest park in Xishuangbanna, dating back to 1300 years ago.
In the late afternoon, you will have an opportunity to enjoy a unique performance at Maxmumbani to learn more about customs and culture of Chinese ethnic people.
Enjoy the night on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise with a lot of fun and activities. Overnight in our anchorage spot in Jinghong Port
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
A delicious breakfast will be served on the vessel. The cruise ensues towards Guan Lei Port through splendid scenery in the outskirt of Jinghong. Upon arrival at the port, you have time to relax or stroll around to sightsee before passing through Chinese immigration.
Embark RV Laos Pandaw Cruise again and head towards the Mekong River between Laos and Burma.
Later in the afternoon, we pay a visit to a local village of Lao Lue, where you can witness beautiful wooden structures and the rustic life of local people.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The tour starts by transferring you to the local hilltribe village of Ban Done Jai to see Akha houses and Lao Lue temple.
In the afternoon, we will cruise towards another village of Ban Pha Kao to interact with the local people. From there, we walk up a small hill to a lesser-known pagoda to admire an impressive view of the Mekong River.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After a hearty breakfast on our RV Laos Pandaw Cruise, the cruise continues along the Mekong River passing by idyllic riverine landscape of Thailand countryside.
Take a walk around the local village of Pok Lok and listen to our guide’s talk about region’s ethnography
Enjoy the rest of your day at your own pace before a comfortable overnight stay on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After a fulfilling breakfast, the morning starts by visiting a Thai hill-tribe village where you can learn more about the life of Thai villagers as well as their culture.
A delicious lunch will be served on boat. Later in the afternoon, the guide will assist you with a transfer to Chiang Sean and the Buddhist pagoda of Wat Phangao.
Return to the Cruise and enjoy the performance of traditional Thai dancers on deck. Overnight in Chiang Saen
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The tour will begin by taking you to Tachilek City in Burma to visit local market, Chinese temples and the beautiful Tachilek Shwedagon Pagoda.
After a delicious lunch on boat, we pay a visit to the Hall of Opium, which was built to educate people about the dangers of drug.
We gather together at the Buddha Statue at the Golden Triangle in the late afternoon to admire the panorama of the three bordering countries Thailand, Laos and Burma.
Overnight in Chiang Saen
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Start your day with a delicious breakfast while the vessel cruises downstream along the Mekong River towards Chiang Khong. Afterwards, the cooking demonstration ensues with some authentic Indochina dishes.
Upon arrival in Chiang Khong, you will disembark and stroll around to discover the life of Thai and Lao hilltribe.
Overnight in Chiang Kong
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After passing through the immigration at the border of Laos and Thailand, embark Pandaw cruise
The sail continues downstream on Mekong River. Lunch will be served in a traditional Lao village of Ban Pak Sit. The balance of the day is free at your leisure.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The day starts with a fulfilling breakfast on board as our Pandaw continues cruising along the Mekong River. You will then have a chance to learn how to cook some of the most recognizable and delicious Lao dishes with our Cooking class on boat.
In the afternoon, the tour ensues with a walk around the market town of Pak Beng before returning to Pandaw to enjoy free time on your own.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The morning starts by sailing further through stunning scenery on the Mekong River.
We make a stopover at the local village of Ban Huay La to witness beautiful wooden houses and traditional weaving process. Listen to the guide as he will offer an insight into Lao language and culture.
From January to April, we have a cocktail party on the sand bank or take a small boat to see elephant bathing.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Once you fill yourself up with a delicious breakfast, our cruise continues downstream to a local village to learn how Lao whisky is made.
Afterwards, the tour ensues towards Luang Prabang. En route, we pay a visit to Pak Ou Caves, a mysterious Buddhist temple surrounded by a broad network of limestone mountain ranges. It is home to thousands of Buddhist guided statues and hidden images overlooking the Mekong River.
Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, the guide will assist you with a scenic walk in the town center, passing by the beautiful temple of Wat Xieng Muan.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Treat yourself with a fulfilling breakfast on board then proceed to a Luang Prabang city tour.
You will visit some outstanding attractions such as The Royal Palace, the Buddhist temples of Wat Xiengthong and Wat Mai, where you can learn more about Lao architecture, Buddhism and history.
In the afternoon, you are free to discover the city or relax at your own pace. We pay a visit to to the night market in Luang Prabang before returning to the cruise for a comfortable overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
05.30 We take a walk to the town center to witness the traditional ceremony of alms giving when hundreds of Lao monks line up to receive offerings and food from local people.
Afterwards, visit the morning market to see a bustle trading spectacle of local people as well as a rich variety of Lao specialties.
Breakfast will be served when you come back to our ship.
Our tour ensues with a drive to the butterfly park and then to Kuang Si Waterfalls to relax and swim in a turquoise-watered pool surrounded by jungle. Don’t forget your swim suits!
Return to the boat and relax at your own leisure
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After breakfast, disembark RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accomodation: N/A
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks, local beer and local spirits, jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes, mineral water.
- Transfers from Vientiane or Udon Thani to ship in Vientiane or v.v. Transfers from Jinghong airport/hotel to ship in Jinghong.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
Post - Extension
3
Days
Highlights of Luang Prabang
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves - Ban Xang Hai village - Ban Xang Khong village - Royal Palace Museum - Wat Xiengthong - Wat Visoun - Wat Mai
Luang Prabang to Jinghong 14 Nights
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
After embarkation, a hearty lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a walking tour around Luang Prabang with beautiful wooden houses and gilded stupas.
Return to our ship for a delicious dinner followed by a welcoming Lao Baci Ceremony.
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Treat yourself with a fulfilling breakfast on board then proceed to a Luang Prabang city tour.
You will visit some outstanding attractions such as The Royal Palace, the Buddhist temples of Wat Xiengthong and Wat Mai, where you can learn more about Lao architecture, Buddhism and history.
In the afternoon, you are free to discover the city or relax at your own pace. We pay a visit to to the night market in Luang Prabang before returning to the cruise for a comfortable overnight stay.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
05.30 We take a walk to the town center to witness the traditional ceremony of alms giving when hundreds of Lao monks line up to receive offerings and food from local people.
Afterwards, visit the morning market to see a bustle trading spectacle of local people as well as a rich variety of Lao specialties.
Breakfast will be served when you come back to our ship.
Our tour ensues with a drive to the butterfly park and then to Kuang Si Waterfalls to relax and swim in a turquoise-watered pool surrounded by jungle. Don’t forget your swim suits!
Return to the boat as we will cruise upstream towards Pak Ou Caves.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Once you fill yourself up with a delicious breakfast, our tour ensues with a visit to Pak Ou, a mysterious Buddhist temple surrounded by a broad network of limestone mountain ranges. The Caves is home to thousands of Buddhist guided statues and hidden images overlooking the Mekong River.
As our cruise ensues upstream, we transfer to a small boat and make a stopover at a local village to learn how Lao whisky is made.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Today we continue to enjoy a scenic cruise along the Mekong River. Prepare your camera to capture some good photos of Lao idyllic spectacle on both sides of the river.
Make a stopover at the village of Ban Huay La to relax, stretch your legs, and have access to the rustic life of local people as well as their weaving-making process.
Listen to the guide as he will offer an insight into Lao language and culture.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The day starts with a fulfilling breakfast on board as our Pandaw continues cruising along the Mekong River. You will then have a chance to learn how to cook some of the most recognizable and delicious Lao dishes with our Cooking class on boat.
In the afternoon, the tour ensues with a walk around the market town of Pak Beng before returning to Pandaw to enjoy free time on your own.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw
Breakfast will be served on boat. In the morning, we spend time cruising along the Mekong River and visit a tranquil riverside village of Ban Pak Sit.
After lunch, you will have more chances to learn more about unique customs and tradition when disembarking and walking around the local village of Pak Tha.
The balance of the day is free at your leisure, overnight on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
We pay a visit to a local pagoda in the afternoon and then transfer to Lao and Thai Immigration.
Embark RV Laos Pandaw Cruise again in Chiang Kong and cruise further into Thailand in the late afternoon. The balance of the day is free at your leisure.
Moor overnight in Chiang Kong
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After a fulfilling breakfast, the morning starts by visiting a Thai hill-tribe village where you can learn more about the life of Thai villagers as well as their culture.
A delicious lunch will be served on boat. Later in the afternoon, the guide will assist you with a transfer to Chiang Sean and the Buddhist pagoda of Wat Phangao.
Return to the Cruise and enjoy the performance of traditional Thai dancers on deck. Overnight in Chiang Saen
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The tour will begin by taking you to Tachilek City in Burma to visit local market, Chinese temples and the beautiful Tachilek Shwedagon Pagoda.
After a delicious lunch on boat, we pay a visit to the Hall of Opium, which was built to educate people about the dangers of drug.
We gather together at the Buddha Statue at the Golden Triangle in the late afternoon to admire the panorama of the three bordering countries Thailand, Laos and Burma.
Overnight in Chiang Saen
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After a hearty breakfast on our RV Laos Pandaw Cruise, the cruise continues along the Mekong River passing by idyllic riverine landscape of Thailand countryside.
Take a walk around the local village of Pok Lok and listen to our guide’s talk about region’s ethnography
Enjoy the rest of your day at your own pace before a comfortable overnight stay on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
The tour starts by transferring you to the local village of Ban Pak Keo. From there, you will start the trek up a small hill to a lesser-known pagoda to admire an impressive view of the Mekong River.
In the afternoon, we make a stopover at the village of Ban Na Kor to easily cruise to a beautiful location for our overnight anchorage.
Enjoy relaxing moments on the sundeck with canapés and cocktails followed by traditional fire lanterns and Lao folk stories.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Our RV Laos Pandaw Cruise reaches Guan Lei Port of China in the morning, you are free to stroll around or relax before we pass immigration. The cruise continues heading on Mekong River towards Jinghong – our overnight anchorage location.
Note: In case of the water levels are too low, too high that we cannot reach Jinghong, you will be transferred by speed boat to spend a night on a four or five star hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Once you fill yourself up with a delicious breakfast, our Jinghong city tour starts by a visit to the Tropical Plant Institute and the Manting Park – the oldest park in Xishuangbanna, dating back to 1300 years ago.
In the late afternoon, you will have an opportunity to enjoy a unique performance at Maxmumbani to learn more about customs and culture of Chinese ethnic people.
Enjoy your last night at RV Laos Pandaw Cruise with a lot of fun and activities. Overnight in our anchorage spot in Jinghong Port
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After breakfast at RV Laos Pandaw Cruise, disembark and say goodbye to the crew
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: N/A
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks, local beer and local spirits, jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes, mineral water
- Transfers from Vientiane or Udon Thani to ship in Vientiane or v.v.
- Transfers from Jinghong airport/hotel to ship in Jinghong.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
Pre - extension
3
Days
Highlights of Luang Prabang
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves - Ban Xang Hai village - Ban Xang Khong village - Royal Palace Museum - Wat Xiengthong - Wat Visoun - Wat Mai
Golden Triangle - Vientiane 10 Nights
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights of Itinerary
- Discover this infamous Golden Triangle.
- Discover the ancient city of Luang Prabang, recognized as world heritage.
- Get to experience the remote and local villages.
- Experience the traditional culture of Laos.
- Enjoy the relaxing and comfortable 11-day journey.
You will transfer from airports or any hotel in Chiang Rai (about 3-hour ride) and Chiang Mai (about 6-hour ride). We also will visit the infamous Golden Triangle and opium museum. At 16:00 PM, we get on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise and start our expedition to Burma border around sunset.
- Meals: Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
We finish the immigration custom at Thailand-Laos border, then back to RV Laos Pandaw Cruise. We continue downstream on the gorgeous Upper Mekong. We have lunch onboard, then we may take a tour around a Laos village in the forest.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we take a tour in Pak Beng trading town. Next, we move downstream to Pak Ou. We will have to get on a local boat to pass Nam Ou River and visit the sacred Buddhist sanctuary of Pak Ou, consisting of Buddha Caves with astounding limestone faces.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the early morning, we arrive at Luang Prabang. After the breakfast on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise, you will be able to freely discover Luang Prabang, an ancient and hallowed city full of libraries, Buddhist temples, and Royal Palace. At night, the city becomes more lively with busy night market, lovely cafes, and several decent restaurants on shore.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
We can watch the Alms Giving Ceremony in which local Buddhist believers offer alms for hundreds of monks walking around the city. We also provide offerings for passengers who want to take part in this sacred ceremony. Later on, we rejoin RV Laos Pandaw Cruise to enjoy the traditional dancing of Laos around mid-afternoon. We stay the night in Luang Prabang.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we have a sightseeing tour via mini bus. We will experience the refreshing atmosphere of Khaung Si Waterfall, deep forest pools, teak forest and butterfly farm. We may come to the elephant camp if possible. Lunch onboard. After that, we have a cooking demonstration and enjoy the fantastic sight over Mekong River.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
On this day, we will pass by the water control lock of Mekong at Xayaburi Hydro Electric Power Plant (which is controversial tourism site by itself). In the late afternoon, we talk a tour around a local village.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we will travel to a Ban Pak Huoang, which is a local village on Thailand-Laos border. Next, we continue our journey to Pak Sao, travel to a plantation village and meet the locals.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
We travel to a breathtaking area of mountain and forest, which is also where the river flows wild and rapidly. Along the riverbanks, there are fascinating rock formations lying on both sides. Afterward, we will arrive at Vientiane province’s cultivated plains. Upon our arrival at Vientiane around mid-afternoon, you will have free time to explore this fascinating city influenced by French. We stay the night at Vientiane.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we will be on a discovering section in this wonderful French city, including Sisaket Temple, the President’s Hall, Wat Prakeo Temple and the Phatouxay monument. After the section, you are free to enjoy the life in this city with many cafes and bistros in an alluring corner of L’Indochine. At night, we have a farewell dinner and cocktails on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
After our final breakfast, we get off RV Laos Pandaw Cruise and transfer to airports or hotel in Vientiane or Udon Thani in Thailand (about 1.5 hours across the river).
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: N/A
Please note: This itinerary is only a suggested one and may be different. There is high chance of changes in the itinerary as we travel to remote places. If you choose this cruise, it is pretty much recommended to have a flexible approach.
TRANSFERS & JOINING
Day 1: Golden Triangle
We are including transfers from Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai airports. Arrivals should be before 13.00pm Chiang Rai or 10.00am Chiang Mai. Late arrivals will also be transferred but may miss the Golden Triangle, sunset cruise and dinner.
Hotel pick-ups from city hotels in Chiang Mai between 09.30am and 10.00am and Chiang Rai between 12.00am and 1pm.
Please Note: There is a surcharge for private transfers if you are not able to meet us at above scheduled pick up times.
Day 11: Vientiane
Disembark in Vientiane after breakfast.
Vientiane Jetty - Land River Transport Enterprise, Thadeua Road km4, Sisattanark District.
*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals as mentioned
- Locally made soft drinks, mineral water
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Transfers between the meeting point and the ship at the start and end of a voyage
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Visa costs
- Phnom Penh Port tax 65 USD/ pax
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- Fuel surcharges (Policies)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs
- Fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers
- No transfers in Phnom Penh, ship docks in city center at Sisowath Quay
Pre - extension
3
Days
Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai Highlights
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Chiang Mai - Chedi Luang Temple - Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep - Wat Phra Singh - White Temple - Chiang Rai
Tour Types: Private Tour / Visit: Chiang Mai - Karen Hill - Elephant Camp - Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - Wat Phrasing - Wat Chedi Luang
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Bangkok - Grand Palace - Wat Phra Keo - Chao Phraya River - Temple of Dawn
Post - Extension
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Bangkok - Grand Palace - Wat Phra Keo - Chao Phraya River - Temple of Dawn
Vientiane - Golden Triangle 10 Nights
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights of Itinerary
- A welcoming and a farewell dinner and cocktails on board.
- Discover the sacred grounds of Buddhists like the ancient city of Luang Prabang, and the Buddhist caves of Pak Ou.
- Visit the infamous Golden Triangle.
- Visit various traditional tribal villages.
- Experience traditional Laotian culture, cuisine.
The transfer will be from airports or hotels in Vientiane or Udon Thani (take about 1.5 hours) from Thailand, pass through the river. We will embark on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise at 11:30 AM, then having lunch. In the afternoon, we will discover the lovely French city with Sisaket Temple, the President’s Hall, Wat Prakeo Temple and Phatouxay Monument. In the late afternoon, we will start the cruise; having a welcoming dinner onboard and stay the night near Vientiane.
- Meals: Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
We travel to Mekong River’s upstream, enjoying the views of the green lush forest and small villages by the river. In the morning, we will have a presentation about Laotian language. At the afternoon, on the Upper Deck, we have a demonstration about cooking. We will arrive at Ban Xanakham and moor there through the night.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the afternoon, we come to Pak Lai, a French administrative town including lots of buildings from the colonial period, and a busy local market. This is also where the biggest elephant festival in South East Asia held, normally celebrated on February. Afterward, we back to RV Laos Pandaw Cruise and stay the night.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the afternoon, we take a visit to the village of Ban Park Bor where Khmu Ethnic Group lives. The village resides on the Mekong River banks in midst of forest.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
On this day, we keep traveling toward the River’s upstream, to Ban Mouang Khai Village. Also in the morning, we will encounter a newly constructed lock, built as a part of Xanyaburi Hydro Electric Power Plant.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we will explore the significant Kuang Si waterfall and the forest pools via mini bus. Also, we will come to elephant camp and butterfly garden before getting to the center of Luang Prabang – an ancient temple city and also one of the world heritages. After enjoying our lunch, we will discover this famous and well-protected hallowed land filled with tons of libraries, Buddhist temples, and the royal palace.
At night, the city becomes more lively with the bustling market, cafes, and several nice restaurants on shore.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the early morning, this is the time to watch the Alms Giving Ceremony as the local Buddhism believers offer alms to hundreds of monks walking around the city. We also provide offerings if passengers want to take part in the ceremony. Also in this morning, we have a trip in the morning market and the National Museum. At the afternoon, you are free to experience Luang Prabang by your the elf. In late afternoon, rejoin on our cruise on the Upper Deck to experience the traditional Laos dancing. We stay the night at Luang Prabang.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we start to discover the sacred Buddhism sanctuary of Pak Ou, which is caves complex filled with impressive limestone faces. Then we continue upstream to Ban Bo. After having our lunch, we continue experiencing a cooking presentation on Upper Deck of RV Laos Pandaw Cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
In the morning, we take a stroll around Pak Beng market town. After having lunch, we will explore the charming traditional village of Ban Pak Sip residing at the riverside.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
Today, we travel to Huay Say, which is near the Thailand - Laos border. This is where we arrive at Thailand. A transport will take you from there to rejoin RV Laos Pandaw Cruise at Chiang Khong port town. At night, we will have a farewell dinner and cocktails on RV Laos Pandaw Cruise.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation: RV Laos Pandaw Cruise
At 8:30 AM, we get off RV Laos Pandaw Cruise in Chiang Sean, then visit the Golden Triangle, including the opium museum. Finally, we go to airports or hotels in Chiang Rai for 3 hours, and in Chiang Mai for 6 hours.
- Meals: Breakfast
- Accommodation: N/A
NOTE: Transfers & Joining
Day 1: Vientiane
Transfers included from airport or hotel in Vientiane or Udon Thani. We suggest an early morning arrival. Any late arrivals will also be transferred to the ship but you might miss lunch and/or the afternoon excursion. If staying at a city hotel in Vientiane you will be picked up between 10.30am and 11.00am.
Please Note: There is a surcharge for private transfers if you are not able to meet us at pick-up times above.
Vientiane Jetty - Land River Transport Enterprise, ThadeuaRoad km4, Sisattanark District.
Day 11: Golden Triangle
Disembark by 8.30am in Chiang Sean.
*** Although it is our intention to operate the itinerary as detailed proposal, we cannot be held responsible for any last minute changes that might occur. It may be necessary to make some changes as a result of climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules or other operational factors.
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals as mentioned
- Locally made soft drinks, mineral water
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Transfers between the meeting point and the ship at the start and end of a voyage
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Visa costs
- Phnom Penh Port tax 65 USD/ pax
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- Fuel surcharges (Policies)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs
- Fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers
Pre - extension
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Bangkok - Grand Palace - Wat Phra Keo - Chao Phraya River - Temple of Dawn
Post - Extension
3
Days
Highlights of Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai
Tour Type: Private Tour / Visit: Chiang Mai - Chedi Luang Temple - Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep - Wat Phra Singh - White Temple - Chiang Rai
4
Days
Highlights of Chiang Mai
Tour Types: Private Tour / Visit: Chiang Mai - Karen Hill - Elephant Camp - Wat Phra That Doi Suthep - Wat Phrasing - Wat Chedi Luang
RV LAOS PANDAW POLICY
1. Alteration of schedule and cruise itinerary
Though every effort will be made to ensure that the published itinerary is followed as closely as possible, given uncertain river and other local conditions, all schedules and itineraries maybe subject to alterations and delays at short notice.
2. Change point of embarkation and disembarkation
Should it prove difficult to embark or disembark passengers at the scheduled points, RV Laos Pandaw is not liable to bear any extra cost of transporting passengers to and from the revised point of joining the cruise or disembarking unless passengers or their agents have purchased a complete package tour which includes land services from us. Any reason for changing the points of embarkation or disembarkation cannot count as a reason for cancelling this contract.
3. Fuel surcharge
Within the ticket price fuel costs have been calculated on average prices as of the publication of this document. Should fuel prices rise by more than 10% the company will be entitled to impose a fuel supplement equivalent to the amount by which the fuel price exceeds the price allowed for in the contract.
4. Deposit
If a booking is made more than 65 days prior departure date, a 30% non-refundable deposit must be made at the time of booking. Balance must be made at least 65 days before departure.
If a booking is made less than 65 days prior departure date, full fare payment must be made within 48 hours.
*Certain special offers may require higher non-refundable deposits. These will be advised to you at the time of booking.
5. Cancellation by us
In the event that we are unable to provide cruise services to passengers with confirmed bookings or departures where occupancy is less than 5 cabins, RV Laos Pandaw reserves the rights to cancel the journey giving all passengers with confirmed bookings 30 days prior notice of this intention. An alternative cruise vessel (similar itinerary and ship category) or an alternative departure date will be offered subject to availability. Any surcharges or difference in cruise prices will be born or reimbursed by RV Laos Pandaw. If this alternative date or the alternative vessel is not acceptable to the passenger any down payments made for the cancelled cruise will be refunded. In the event that a passenger has cancelled and paid cancellation fees and RV Laos Pandaw subsequently cancels that departure then any cancellation fees (and down payment) will be refunded in full on the request of the passenger.
6. Cancellation by Customer
If you want to cancel your booking, you must inform us via fax or email. The followings cancellation charges will be applied:
Cancellations made 65 days or more before departure: 30% charge of total price
From 64 days and less till departure, no show: 100% charge of total price
*In the event of cancellations, wire fees and credit card commissions will be deducted when calculating refunds.
7. Children Price & Extra Bed
Infants below the age of 4 years may sleep in their parent's cabin without extra charge but RV Laos Pandaw cannot guarantee the availability of a cot. Children from over 4 years up to 18 years old get:
1 adult and 1 child stay in 1 cabin – child receives 50% reduction from adult price
2 adults and 1 child stay in 2 cabins – 1 cabin with no single supplement and 50% reduction for the child
2 adults and 2 children stay in 2 cabins – 50% reduction for both children. Larger family groups – prices on request
8. Insurance
We strongly advise travelers to purchase trip cancellation insurance. In this case, guests will be reimbursed the cost of air tickets and other non-refundable trip payments. We also highly recommend guests to get international medical, baggage loss and delay insurance in the case of bad situations. RV Laos Pandaw will take no responsibility for lost or stolen personal belongings.
9. Dietary needs
For travelers with special dietary needs, they should contact with us at least 30 days prior to embarkation. The cruise liner will make the outmost effort to provide special dietary needs and requests basing on product’s availability.
10. Travelers’ responsibilities
All the travelers taking the cruise should take responsibilities towards their fellow passengers and the crew of the ship. Travelers should review the conditions of the trip itinerary and have a proper social behavior with fellow passengers and crew members. They should observe all the safety requirements on board and on excursions.
Irene Cristina
RV Laos Pandaw cruise ship
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