MAJESTIC MEKONG River Cruises in Laos and Thailand
ITINERARY THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE: VIENTIANE—CHIANG RAI YOUR VESSEL: MEKONG PEARL DAY 1. VIENTIANE Airport pick-up and city tour of Vientiane. Embarkation
and welcome dinner. Overnight on board. (D)
DAYS 2 AND 3. MAJESTIC MEKONG Spectacular scenery along the Mekong
and visit to a small riverside community. Overnights on board. (BLD)
DAY 4. PAK LAY Visit to the local market and cruise further upstream.
Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 5. THA DEUA Stop at a small riverside village and passing of the giant
Sayaboury hydropower dam project. Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 6. KUANG SI WATERFALLS Shore excursion to the Kuang Si Waterfalls,
arrival in Luang Prabang and traditional baci ceremony in the evening. Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 7. LUANG PRABANG City tour of Luang Prabang. Overnight on board. (BL) DAY 8. PAK OU CAVES Attending alm procession ceremony in the morning,
continuation of cruise and visit to the Pak Ou Caves. Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 9. PAKBENG Continuation of cruise and visit to a local market in Pakbeng.
Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 10. PAK THA Heading upstream towards Pak Tha. Relaxing on board.
Long-tail boat excursion along the Namtha River and visit to a local Khmu village. Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 11. CHIANG RAI Crossing of the Thai-Laotian border and disembarkation. Sightseeing tour in the once notorious Golden Triangle region. Transfer to airport or hotel. (BL)
The journey is also available in reverse direction.
NEW In addition, we offer a 5-DAY CRUISE BETWEEN VIENTIANE AND LUANG PRABANG and 8-DAY CRUISES BETWEEN THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE AND LUANG PRABANG .
ITINERARY LUANG PRABANG ROUND-TRIP YOUR VESSEL: MEKONG SUN DAY 1. LUANG PRABANG Airport pick-up and embarkation. City tour of Luang
Prabang and welcome dinner. Overnight on board. (D)
DAY 2. LUANG PRABANG Attending alm procession ceremony in the morning and start of cruise. Overnight on board. (BLD) DAY 3. MAJESTIC MEKONG Wild nature along the shores and visit to a local village. Overnight on board. (BLD) DAY 4. KUANG SI WATERFALLS Continuation of cruise and visit to the Kuang Si
Waterfalls. BBQ dinner at the shore. Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 5. PAK OU CAVES Excursion to the Pak Ou Caves, visit to a local village
and return to Luang Prabang. Overnight on board. (BLD)
DAY 6. LUANG PRABANG Disembarkation and airport transfer. (B)
The Golden Triangle: Vientiane—Chiang Rai
Luang Prabang Round-Trip
Golden Triangle LAOS
Pak Ou
Luang Prabang
LAOS
Luang Prabang
Chiang Rai
Tha Deua
THAILAND
THAILAND Vientiane
CLASSIC HIGHLIGHTS THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE →T he once infamous Golden Triangle region, where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet →U NESCO World Heritage: the old town of Luang Prabang, a superb fusion of a multitude of temples, monasteries and architectural gems from the French colonial age—one of Asia’s most beautiful historic towns →P ha That Luang Buddhist Temple in Vientiane—the Laotian national landmark
OUR UNIQUE HIGHLIGHTS → Unforgettable impressions of the majestic Mekong, the mother of waters → First-hand experience of the Lao peoples’ traditional lifestyles →T he waterfalls at Kuang Si with opportunity to swim in their lovely natural pools →T he Pak Ou Caves on the Mekong—adorned with thousands of Buddha statues →B arbecue with live music on a sandbank
YOUR ADVANTAGES
EXTRAS INCLUDED
→E xperience the wild upper Mekong aboard a boutique river vessel—one of the most spectacular river cruises in the world
→ Excursions, sightseeing, transfers
→R elax on the sun deck with bar service—enjoy a cocktail or the tasty BeerLao
→ Coffee, tea and water
→L aid-back atmosphere on board— casual clothing welcome
→ Bathrobe and slippers
→A maximum of 28/29 guests on board →P rofessional onboard infotainment, including lectures and documentaries on the region →M eals are freshly prepared in the wellequipped galley with ingredients bought from local merchants during the tour (vegetarian specialties available on request) → S elf-service: pluck fresh bananas right from the stalk or have a piece of papaya, dragon fruit or delicious mangosteen →T raditional Asian massage treatments bookable on board
→ Tour guide → Meals, fruits and snacks
→ Welcome drink and welcome gift
→ Refreshing towelettes and drinks after excursions → Comprehensive destination information package beforehand
Mekong Sun
Mekong Pearl
YOUR BOUTIQUE RIVER VESSELS MEKONG SUN AND MEKONG PEARL
KEY FACTS MEKONG SUN → Operating in Laos and Thailand since 2006 → 2 decks with 14 cabins
Accommodation and service are top level and guests enjoy an exclusive yet casual traveling experience, residing in air-conditioned cabins and enjoying excellent service. All cabins feature a private shower/WC. The vessels offer a large sun deck with bar service, a restaurant and a bar. A blend of Asian and European cuisine is served on board. Special requirements can be catered for, and wine, beer and spirits are available. The vessels are perfectly suited for unique travel experiences in small groups. All offshore excursions are guided in English.
MEKONG SUN
Captain
Sun deck
Covered sun deck
Restaurant
1 2
2
4
1
3
7
9
11
Crew
15 Crew
4
6
8
10
12 14
6
8
10
12
14
5
7
9
11
15
Classic twin cabins (4 –15)
Classic cabins (9 – 12, 14 – 16)
Superior cabins (1 and 2: Twin cabins with balcony, 3: Double cabin with panoramic view)
Single cabin (17)
→ Operating in Laos and Thailand from 2017 → 2 decks with 15 cabins
→ 1 single classic cabin on the main deck
Staff
Spa
5
KEY FACTS MEKONG PEARL
Sun deck
Restaurant, bar area
Main deck
Main deck
3
Captain
Upper deck Galley
→ 3 superior cabins, 2 of them (194 sq ft/ 18 m²) on the upper deck with small private balcony; one (172 sq ft/16 m²) in the bow with panoramic view to the front
→ 6 classic cabins on the main deck (129 sq ft/ 12 m²), all facing out onto the water, with wide, sliding windows and a French balcony for an excellent view of the passing landscape
MEKONG PEARL
Upper deck
→ 11 classic cabins on the main deck (129 sq ft/ 12 m²), all facing out onto the water, with wide sliding windows and a French balcony for an excellent view of the passing landscape
Superior cabins (3 – 8) Deluxe cabins with private balcony (1, 2)
17
Staff
Staff
→4 superior cabins on the main deck (172 sq ft/16 m²) and 2 superior cabins of similar size on the upper deck, all facing out onto the water, with wide sliding windows and a French balcony for an excellent view of the passing landscape → 2 deluxe cabins (237 sq ft/22 m²) on the upper deck with small private balcony → S pa area for Asian massage treatments
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The river vessels Mekong Sun and Mekong Pearl are unique boutique ships designed to master the wild sections of the Upper Mekong.