CRUISE 6 DAYS & 5 NIGHTS | Great Traveler – Down River
PAKBENG > PAK OU > LUANG PRABANG
BREAKFAST & DEPARTURE
– 7h00 –
Breakfast is served at the terrace overlooking the Mekong River. Fill your energy with a buffet spread of western-style and local morning delights, fresh fruits and tea or coffee before leaving at 08h00.
The cruise departs for another day of nature discovery along the legendary river with two stops planned along the way to Luang Prabang.
HILL TRIBE VILLAGE
– 10h30 –
A few hours into the day after enjoying the sights of granite cliffs and sparkling sandy shores, the river boat makes a stop to visit the hill tribe village of Baw, where you can watch the traditional process of making Lao whiskey.
LUNCH
– 12h30 –
Lunch is served on board in a buffet style with a main course from Laos’ cuisine. A different choice of fish and meat dishes than on the yesterday is prepared for a greater culinary experience.
CAVES OF THOUSAND BUDDHAS
– 15h30 –
Opposite the mouth of the Nam Ou River, near Pak Ou village, the cruise stops to visit the Tam Thing cave. Translated as Rock Cave, it is famous for housing over 2,500 Buddha statues of all sizes and for being a place of pilgrimage for locals.
LUANG PRABANG
– 17h00 –
Following a day along the wide Mekong river, with beautiful sceneries of mountains, wild nature, local life and delicious food, the cruise arrives at Luang Prabang, the former royal capital of Laos. Our staff will be waiting for you at the pier, holding the welcome sign, and drive you to Maison Dalabua.
LAOTIAN DINNER
AT MANDA DE LAOS
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Dinner under the stars surrounded by a UNESCO classified lily pond, immerse in a tropical ambiance.
Enjoy Laotian Family Cuisine specialty from all regions of Laos.
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LUANG PRABANG
BREAKFAST
– 7h00 –
A buffet breakfast is served at Maison Dalabua surrounded by a UNESCO classified lotus pond, and the lush greenery offers a refreshing touch of nature.
DISCOVERY SUGGESTION
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Discover the UNESCO Heritage city of Luang Prabang, Visit Temples, Royal palace or visit Kuang Si a giant waterfall that flows through limestone-rich jungle.
In the afternoon climb the Phou Si mountain. This visit is specially recommended at sunset, when you can enjoy a viewpoint from high above Luang Prabang.
DINNER
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Dinner is at Leisure, you may explore the city dining venues of your choice.
Luang Prabang has developed a good selection of Lao and French restaurants, Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese place thrown in.
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LUANG PRABANG
MONK ALM OFFERING
– 5h45 –
Alms giving takes place daily as the sun rises, beginning on the main street of Luang Prabang before spreading out to all the side streets. The idea of the alms giving is for the Buddhist monks to make merit and to collect food for their one meal of a day.
BREAKFAST
– 7h00 –
A buffet breakfast is served at Maison Dalabua.
For this last morning before the check out, you can enjoy a sunbath by the pool, experiment a relaxing massage at our Spa or ride our bikes at leisure and take the time to really get to know this UNESCO World Heritage site.
DEPARTURE
– 11h00 –
All journeys must come to an end, so it’s time to prepare to depart to your next destination. Check out & transfer to the Airport or another hotel in Luang Prabang.
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
1 OCTOBER – 31 MARCH
Pick up from Chiang Rai City to Phu Chaisai Mountain resort every Saturday, Tuesday, Wednesday
The Luang Say Cruise departs from Huay Xai every Monday, Thursday, Friday.
01 APRIL – 30 SEPTEMBER
Pick up from Chiang Rai City to Phu Chaisai Mountain resort every Saturday and Wednesday
The Luang Say Cruise departs from Huay Xai every Monday and Friday.
* No cruises operation in June.
PRICE INCLUDE
– Pick up and transfer out to/from Phu Chaisai Mountain resort, Chiang Rai.
– Two nights accommodation include breakfasts at Phu Chaisai Mountain resort, Chiang Rai.
– Sightseeing and cooking class with lunch at Phu Chaisai Mountain resort, Chiang Rai.
– Two dinners at Phu Chaisai Mountain resort, Chiang Rai.
– Two days cruises with stop and visits en route.
– One night accommodation at the Luang Say Lodge, Pak Beng.
– All meal in Luang Say lodge and cruise as mentioned.
– Coffee, tea & drinking water on boat during meal.
– Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program.
– Services of qualified crews during the cruise.
– Two nights accommodation include breakfasts at Maison Dalabua, Luang Prabang.
– One Dinner at Manda De Laos restaurant.
– Pick up and transfer out to/from Maison Dalabua.
PRICE EXCLUDE
– Immigration fees in Huay Xai.
– Soft and Alcoholic Drinks during the trip.
– Visa approval and fees for Laos and Thailand.
– Trips in Luang Prabang.
– Personal insurance.
– Other personal expenses.
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