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Luang Prabang Roundtrip by Mekong Sun Cruise
1. Indochina Treks Travel Co.,Ltd
Add: No 10, Hang Chuoi Str, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi
Tel: (84) 4 66821230; Fax (84) 4 33769113
Website: http://indochinatreks.com
Luang Prabang Roundtrip by Mekong Sun Cruise
6 Days (Code: LC02)
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Itinerary LUANG PRABANG â PAK OU â THA DEUA â KUANG SI â
LUANG PRABANG
Duration 6 days
Tour type Luxury Cruise Package
Price only from EUR735/person
Schedule click here to see
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: EMBARKATION IN LUANG PRABANG (D)
After lunch you will embark on your Mekong Sun Cruise, a comfortable new boutique-cruise ship.
(Check in is after 2 PM). This unique boutique Mekong Sun Cruise is a German-Laotian owned river
ship with stylish cabins. Settle into your accommodating cabin and unpack for a six-day cruise. Begin
with a guided walk up Phou Si-hill, which offers a spectacular sunset view over the Mekong as well as
the Khan River and the surrounding mountains. In the evening, enjoy strolling along the Mekong
promenade or visiting the colorful night market of the local Hmong minority. Enjoy the spacious decks,
lounge on board and attend our welcome reception this evening. A selection of Asian and European
food will be provided throughout the cruise.
Overnight in your cabin aboard your river Mekong Sun Cruise.
DAY 2: DEPARTURE FROM LUANG PRABANG (B/L/D)
In the early morning you will able to observe the traditional giving of alms in the streets of Luang
Prabang. Breakfast is on board and the rest of the morning will be spent on a guided city tour with
visits of the famous Wat Xieng Thong temple, Wat Khili and the Wat Sene temple as well. Your
spectacular cruise begins with the departure from Luang Prabang after lunch from where you will
cruise north through beautiful scenery. The night is spent on a secluded river bank or sandbank.
Overnight onboard your river Mekong Sun Cruise.
DAY 3: PAK OU CAVES (B/L/D)
2. After breakfast on board you will explore the famous Pak Ou Caves, with thousands of small Buddha
statues inside the caverns. After a short walk through the jungle (optional) you visit a Laotian village.
In the village you can observe how the local liqueur Lao-Lao is being distilled traditionally. Before
returning to your Mekong Sun Cruise, you will see elephants in action (unless they are busy with an
off-site contract by the time of your visit). After re-embarkation you will enjoy a few hours of cruising
down the Mekong River amidst beautiful landscapes.
Overnight onboard your river Mekong Sun Cruise.
DAY 4: WILD NATURE ALONG THE MIGHTY MEKONG (B/L/D)
The ship will head south to the Mekong ferry crossing at Tha Deua, connecting Luang Prabang
Province with the Sayaboury province. Further downstream you will discover some of the most
remarkable, most impressive landscapes of this still-untamed river. The landscape becomes more and
more spectacular: hills covered with tropical vegetation, awe-inspiring rock formations along the river
banks, and a fascinating array of fast currents and slower river parts. The power of the mighty
Mekong will give your cruise the feeling of a real expedition (due to sudden drops in water level on
some days, it may be necessary to make the afternoon excursion down south and upstream again â
the wildest and possibly most exciting part of the Mekong â in a local Lao slow boat before returning
back onboard). You will visit a local village school, which is supported by guests of the Mekong River
Cruises fleet. Enjoy the beautiful views and watch natureâs wonders along the shores before you head
north again and stop at a sandbank for the night.
Overnight onboard your river Mekong Sun Cruise.
DAY 5: KUANG SI â LUANG PRABANG (B/L/D)
After breakfast on board, enjoy the beautiful view and spot local fishermen onshore as you cruise
upstream again. After a few hours of cruising up the river, you will stop and continue by bus to visit
the famous Kuang Si-waterfalls, some of the most remarkable waterfalls in Laos. On the way you will
stroll through the small village of Tha Pan, where you can observe how the local communities live in
Northern Laos. In the afternoon you will return to Luang Prabang. This last evening on board will be
celebrated with a farewell dinner with a traditional Lao Baci-friendship ceremony.
DAY 6: DISEMBARKATION (B)
After breakfast you will say goodbye to your Laotian crew. Check-out and disembark. End of service
with the transfer to the airport.
NOTE: Every river cruise on the upper Mekong is a pioneering experience and is subject to constantly
changing river conditions, including floodwaters and shallows. Therefore please understand that we
must reserve the right to alter the itinerary of this tour due to the logistical complexities involved.
Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather and river
conditions. For safety reasons and according to navigating conditions, these programs may be
amended without previous notice.
Quotation (valid from 2011 - 2013)
Net price in EUR/Cabin
Cabin type
Single Double
3. Classic 1025 1470
Green Season
Superior 1450 1980
Classic 1390 1960
High Season
Superior 1960 2700
Please email us @ sales@indochinatreks.com for more information.
Note*:
âą Rates for season 2012/2013 are subject to change without prior notice with the exception of
confirmation booking with deposit.
âą The Cruise operates only there are at least 5 passengers to book the tour.
âą High Season: 01 Oct - 31 Mar
âą Green Season: 01 Apr - 30 Sep
âą Hot*: we are offering big promotion for early bird and last minute booking. Please contact us
for details.
Includes:
âą Transfers to and from Luang Prabang airport or hotel in town from/to Mekong Sun Cruise
âą English speaking guides.
âą All meals, coffee and tea, mineral water.
âą Admission fees for all sightseeing places.
âą Presentation and lectures by cruise director.
âą All excursions and entrance fees.
Excludes:
âą All visa cost.
âą Personal expenses.
âą Drinks at bar, laundry.
âą Tips and gratuities.
Cruise Schedule:
Cruise Date Cruise Date
Green Season 2011 Green Season 2012
20 Apr - 25 Apr 11 11 Apr - 16 Apr 12
01 Jun - 06 June 11 18 Apr - 23 Apr 12
10 Aug - 15 Aug 11 15 Aug - 20 Aug 12
High Season 2011/2012 5 Sep - 10 Sep 12
07 Dec - 12 Dec 11 High Season 2012/2013
11 Jan - 16 Jan 12 16 Jan - 21 Jan 13
18 Jan - 23 Jan 12 23 Jan - 28 Jan 13
25 Jan - 30 Jan 12 30 Jan - 04 Feb 13
08 Feb - 13 Feb 12 06 Feb - 11 Feb 13
4. 15 Feb - 20 Feb 12 13 Feb - 18 Feb 13
22 Feb - 25 Feb 12 20 Feb - 25 Feb 13
07 Mar - 12 Mar 12 06 Mar - 11 Mar 13
21 Mar - 26 Mar 12 13 Mar - 18 Mar 13
20 Mar - 25 Mar 13
27 Mar - 01 Apr 13