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Cruise along the scenic banks of the Mekong River in southern Laos with a 3 day/2 night cruise. The Vat Phou cruise boat boasts 12 cabins, all with air-conditioning and private bathrooms, also owning open and shaded decks, a restaurant and a bar.

The cruise will introduce you to some breathtaking points of call such as the UNESCO World Heritage Vat Phou ruins at Champassak, the 4,000 islands, the Pha Pheng waterfall on the Laos and Cambodian border and the Oum Muong ruins.
If you are seeking a comfortable journey along the Mekong while appreciating the surrounding colorful culture of this fascinating part of the world, the luxury Vat Phou Cruises is the best choice in Lao. If you ever dreamt of cruising down the Mekong River, do it with style – do it with Vat Phou Cruises.

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CRUISE 4 DAYS & 3 NIGHTS – Up River

Day 1

LUANG PRABANG

TRANSFER & ARRIVAL AT MAISON DALABUA

– Let us know your arrival time –

Our staff will be waiting for you at the Luang Prabang airport , holding the welcome sign, and drive you to Maison Dalabua for check in.

LAOTIAN DINNER AT MANDA DE LAOS

– Evening –

Dine under the stars surrounded by a UNESCO classified lotus pond, immerse in a tropical ambiance.

CRUISE 4 DAYS & 3 NIGHTS – Up River

Day 2

LUANG PRABANG

MONK ALM OFFERING

– 05h45 –

Early rise to the traditional morning alm offering and experience this unique monk gathering.

BREAKFAST

– Morning –

A La Carte breakfast is served at Maison Dalabua.

CITY TOUR

– Morning Suggestion –

Discover the UNESCO Heritage city of Luang Prabang. Ride our bikes at leisure to discover the nicest temples in town vat Xiengthong & vat Visoun.

AFTERNOON AT THE POOL

– Suggestion –

Relax by the pool in the afternoon.

DINNER AT LEISURE

– Dinner Suggestion –

Tonight dinner is at Leisure, explore the city dining venues of your choice.

CRUISE 4 DAYS & 3 NIGHTS – Up River

Day 3

LUANG PRABANG > PAK OU CAVES > PAKBENG

LUANG SAY CRUISE

– 7h –

Luang Say boat leaves Auberge Calao pier at 07h00am (please be at pier not later than 6.45 am) for a cruise up the Mekong to Pakbeng and the Luang Say Lodge. A continental breakfast is served while the boat is cruising to Pak Ou Village.

PAK OU CAVES

– 08h30 –

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.

DÉJEUNER

– 12h30 –

Lunch is served on board, buffet style with traditional Lao dishes.

TRADITIONAL LAO VILLAGE

– 13h30 –

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.

PAKBENG

– 17h00 –

The river cruise arrives at Luang Say Lodge near Pakbeng before sunset, giving plenty of time to refresh, enjoy the scenery of the river and admire the surrounding nature.
A Laotian dinner is served on the open air terrace overlooking the Mekong River.

CRUISE 4 DAYS & 3 NIGHTS – Up River

Day 4

PAKBENG > VILLAGE > HUAY XAI

LUANG SAY LODGE

– 7h00 –

Mornings are special times at Luang Say Lodge with stunning sights of the peaceful neighboring mountains, often shrowded in mist, while a full breakfast is served on the expansive teak terrace.

SECOND DAY OF THE CRUISE

– 8h00 –

The cruise departs for another day of nature discovery along the legendary river with one stop planned along the way to Houei Say.

LUNCH

– 12h30 –

Lunch is served on board, buffet style with traditional Lao dishes.

TRADITIONAL LAO VILLAGE

– 13h30 –

After lunch, the boat stops at a traditional village. This is a chance to observe rural life along the Mekong and witness the daily life of ethnic minorities and their talented craftsmanship.

HUAY XAI (Houei Sai)

– 17h –

Within the Mekong region, the capital of the Lao province of Bokèo, Huay Xai is an important border crossing point with neighboring Chiang Khong, Thailand and was thus chosen as the ideal arrival port for the cruise.

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