Joining an extraordinary journey on the mighty Mekong, you pass through the breathtaking mountain scenery and make stop over at some hill villages where ethnic minorities still retains their age old cultural traditions. Apart from the landscape, you visit many cultural sights and riverside hill tribe villages .

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Thailand - Houeixai - Pakbeng
On arrival at Houeixai border gate, you are met by our driver and transferred to the boat landing. We board Luang Say boat at 9h00 for a cruise downstream on the Mekong River. This reach is not too large but both riversides are bordered by imposing mountain ranges. The pace of our trip is very relaxing, a perfect way to observe the breathtaking scenery and the rural life close up. we will anchor for a short walk to visit some riverside villages, which are inhabited by the Hmong and Yao people. They are very poor, but have an interesting local culture and a colorful history. By late afternoon we arrive in Pakeng. This lovely village sets against the mountain backdrop and overlooks the confluence of the Mekong River and Nam Beng Rivers. The various ethnic minorities are frequently seen on the main street of Pakbeng and small vendors sell local textiles and handicraft. O/N in Pakbeng. (L,D)

Day 2: Pakbeng - Luang Prabang
The traditional morning market in Pakbeng also attracts numerous ethnic minorities who converge from the outlying valleys and mountainsides to sell their goods and buy provision. Today we have time to walk around this bustling congregation before we continue navigating towards Luang Prabang. This river cruise passes through the stunning mountain landscape to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. They are crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes, all brought there by devout villagers. Upon leaving these famous grottoes we continue to navigate downstream and reach the final stop at 17h00 . The trip ends on arrival in Luang Prabang Town. (B,L)

CRUISE INFORMATION:

1. The downstream cruise from Houeixai to Luang Prabang is available on every Monday, Thursday and Friday in high season from November to April, and on Monday and Friday in low season from May to September except July. The upstream cruise from Luang Prabang to Houieixay is available on every Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday in high season from November to April, and on Wednesday and Saturday in low season from May to September except July. The programme and schedule are subject to change without prior notice.

2. The Luang Say boat was built in traditional style to offer a distinctive cruise service along the fascinating Mekong River. This custom designed watercraft in length of 34 meters, features all safety and comfort to satisfy discerning river travellers.
The service outlines include modern safety equipment and lifejackets + 40 comfortable seats with an open air vista and lounge furniture + Ample luggage space and porters + Immaculately clean western style toilet + Games and reading corner + Fully stocked bar.

3. Luang Say Lodge is set by the mighty Mekong River Bank and was built in traditional Lao style using solid wood. This elegantly appointed lodge features 16 pavilions accommodating 19 rooms which are fitted with two single beds + 180 degree open-shudder window views of the lush riverside gardens and Mekong valley + Private shower bathrooms with western toilets and hot water +· Individual fans and mosquito netting + Restaurant terrace overlooking the Mekong

INCLUSIONS: +Accommodation: twin sharing room at Luang Say lodge or similar one + Transportation in joining cruise +Meals as indicated: B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner + Mentioned sightseeing tour with English speaking guide + Entrance fee + Coffee, tea and drinking water on board and during meals + Transfer border gate - pier - hotel

EXCLUSIONS: Drinks, tip, visa, single room supplement, personal expenses, travel insurance, optional trips...

TRIP NOTE

- LAOS IS A DEVELOPPING COUNTRY WHOSE INFRASTRUCTURE MAY DIFFER FROM WHAT YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR HOME LAND. THE ROAD CONDITIONS ARE POOR AND THE ACCOMOODATION IS SIMPLE IN REMOTE AREAS.

- THE ITINERARY IS CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF VIEWING. OCCASIONALLY, THE PROGRAMME CHANGES AS WE MAKE IMPROVEMENT STEMING FROM OUR PAST TRAVELLERS' COMMENTS AND OUR OWN RESEARCH OR DUE TO LOCAL CONDITIONS OR CIRCUMSTANCES BEYOND OUR CONTROL. THIS INCLUDES FESTIVAL, PUBLIC HOLIDAYS, WEATHER AND FLIGHT DELAY,.. THAT MAY EFFECT THE ITINERARY.

- THE TRIP INCLUDES SOME MEALS AS MENTIONED AT THE ITINERARY HOWEVER OUR GUIDE WILL BE ON HAND TO ADVISE YOU AS FAR THE AVAILABLE RESTAURANTS WHERE YOU CAN ENJOY LOCAL FOOD AT YOUR OWN BUDGET. THE MEAL COST IS ALL DEPENDING ON YOUR CHOICE OF EATING PLACE. THE PACKAGE TOUR WITH FULL BOARD MEAL IS ARRANGED UPON REQUEST .

- THE DRESS STANDARDS ARE CONSERVATIVE THROUGHOUT ASIA. LOOSE , LIGHTWEIGHT, LONG CLOTHING ARE ALL RESPECTFUL COOL IN ASIAN HOT CLIMATE. IN ADDITION TO YOUR ITEMS OF PERSONAL CLOTHING, WE SUGGEST YOU TO BRING TRAINER OR SNEAKER SHOES, TORCH/FLASH LIGHT, HAT, RAIN COAT FOR WET SEASON, SUN CREAM, SUNGLASSES, DAYPACK, TOILETRIES AND SMALL TOWER, INSECT REPELLENT.

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