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The Laos Mekong - Southeast Asia River Cruise

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Enjoy the splendour of Laos on Pandaw's 10 night expedition on the Upper Mekong. Sailing between Chiang Khong on the Thai-Laos border, and through Laos toward Vientiane, the old French capital, you will witness stunning scenery, meet amazingly warm and friendly locals and learn about Laos’ national animal, the majestic elephant. We stop for three nights at the UNESCO World Heritage City of Luang Prabang with its dazzling wood-carved monasteries before heading deep into the mountains, through rapids and gorges on our high-powered little Pandaw vessels.
Please note: During the months February to April there may be an increased risk of smog across Laos and northern Thailand. This is due to the annual crop burnings and whilst usually mild, can sometimes be quite severe. We would advise that any passengers with respiratory issues consult with their doctor before booking for this period. Most departures and travellers will be unaffected, however.

Optional extras & upgrades

Optional tours and excursions available. Please contact us for more details.

02 October, 2025 to 12 October, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $8,995 AUD pp

10 main deck staterooms Staterooms are 14 square meters (150 sqf), finished in teak and brass Panoramic sliding door Kimonos and slippers Spa-branded amenities Unlimited mineral water Electric mini safe Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows Premium mattresses Convertible bed configuration Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift Mirror Multi-configuration plugs Generous closet space and under-bed storage Hair dryer Nightly turndown service 24hr laundry service Complimentary evening canapés

Main Deck Twin Single Use $10,811 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,357 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,628 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

13 October, 2025 to 23 October, 2025

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,813 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,357 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,628 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

22 October, 2025 to 01 November, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,813 AUD pp

12 main deck staterooms - Staterooms are 14 square meter (150 sqf), finished in teak and brass - Panoramic french sliding doors - Kimonos and slippers - Spa-branded amenities - Unlimited mineral water - Electric mini safe - Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows - Premium mattresses - Convertible bed configuration - Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift - Mirror - Multi-configuration plugs - Generous closet space and under-bed storage - Hair dryer - Daily nightly turndown service - 24hr laundry service - Complimentary evening canapés

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $12,154 AUD pp

2 upper deck staterooms - Staterooms are 14 square meter (150 sqf), finished in teak and brass - Panoramic french sliding doors - Kimonos and slippers - Spa-branded amenities - Unlimited mineral water - Electric mini safe - Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows - Premium mattresses - Convertible bed configuration - Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift - Mirror - Multi-configuration plugs - Generous closet space and under-bed storage - Hair dryer - Daily nightly turndown service - 24hr laundry service - Complimentary evening canapés

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,584 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

24 October, 2025 to 03 November, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,813 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $12,389 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,867 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

04 November, 2025 to 14 November, 2025

Main Deck Stateroom. From $10,390 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,467 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $13,238 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $15,886 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

07 November, 2025 to 17 November, 2025

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

6 upper deck staterooms and 8 main deck staterooms 170 square feet, finished in teak and brass Panoramic French window Kimonos and slippers Spa-branded amenities Unlimited mineral water Electric mini safe AC with individual control Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows Premium mattresses Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift Mirror Multi-configuration plugs Generous closet space and under-bed storage Hair dryer Nightly turndown service 24h laundry service Complimentary evening canapés
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Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

13 November, 2025 to 23 November, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

15 November, 2025 to 25 November, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Stateroom. From $9,895 AUD pp

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $10,831 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,892 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $12,998 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

18 November, 2025 to 28 November, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

26 November, 2025 to 06 December, 2025

Main Deck Twin Single Use $9,971 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Main Deck Twin Single Use $9,971 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Main Deck Stateroom. From $10,794 AUD pp

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $12,035 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $12,464 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $12,464 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

29 November, 2025 to 09 December, 2025

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

18 December, 2025 to 28 December, 2025 (reverse)

Festive Departure

Main Deck Stateroom. From $8,995 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $10,811 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $11,357 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,628 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

21 December, 2025 to 31 December, 2025 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Single Use $8,096 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Main Deck Twin Sharing $8,096 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $10,027 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $10,027 AUD pp

29 December, 2025 to 08 January, 2026

Festive Departure

Main Deck Stateroom. From $8,995 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $10,811 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $12,389 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,867 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

09 January, 2026 to 19 January, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Stateroom. From $8,995 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $10,811 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $10,941 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,129 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

12 January, 2026 to 22 January, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,813 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $12,154 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,584 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

20 January, 2026 to 30 January, 2026

Main Deck Stateroom. From $9,813 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $12,389 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,867 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

23 January, 2026 to 02 February, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,813 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $12,154 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,584 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

31 January, 2026 to 10 February, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Stateroom. From $8,995 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $10,811 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $10,941 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,129 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

03 February, 2026 to 13 February, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

11 February, 2026 to 21 February, 2026

Main Deck Stateroom. From $9,445 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $12,035 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,442 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

14 February, 2026 to 24 February, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

22 February, 2026 to 04 March, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Stateroom. From $9,445 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $12,035 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,442 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

25 February, 2026 to 07 March, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,794 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,973 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $13,369 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $16,043 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

05 March, 2026 to 15 March, 2026

Main Deck Stateroom. From $8,587 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $9,971 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Main Deck Twin Single Use $9,971 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Stateroom. From $10,941 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $12,464 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $12,464 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

07 September, 2026 to 17 September, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,806 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,167 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

19 September, 2026 to 29 September, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,806 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,167 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

01 October, 2026 to 11 October, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,806 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,167 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

12 October, 2026 to 22 October, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

12 October, 2026 to 22 October, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

23 October, 2026 to 02 November, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

03 November, 2026 to 13 November, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

03 November, 2026 to 13 November, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

14 November, 2026 to 24 November, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $10,389 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $12,467 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

25 November, 2026 to 05 December, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

25 November, 2026 to 05 December, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

06 December, 2026 to 16 December, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

17 December, 2026 to 27 December, 2026

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

17 December, 2026 to 27 December, 2026 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

28 December, 2026 to 07 January, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

08 January, 2027 to 18 January, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

08 January, 2027 to 18 January, 2027 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

19 January, 2027 to 29 January, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

30 January, 2027 to 09 February, 2027 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

30 January, 2027 to 09 February, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

10 February, 2027 to 20 February, 2027 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

10 February, 2027 to 20 February, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

21 February, 2027 to 03 March, 2027 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

21 February, 2027 to 03 March, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,262 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,114 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,577 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $13,893 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

04 March, 2027 to 14 March, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $12,034 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,442 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

08 March, 2027 to 18 March, 2027 (reverse)

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,806 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,167 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

18 March, 2027 to 28 March, 2027

Main Deck Twin Sharing $9,444 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use $11,334 AUD pp

Main Deck Twin Single Use

Upper Deck Twin Sharing $11,806 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use $14,167 AUD pp

Upper Deck Twin Single Use

Additional charges:

Port Charges. From $90 USD

The Laos Mekong - Southeast Asia River Cruise itinerary:

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DAY 1 VIENTIANE

Pick up from your hotel in Vientiane at 08.00am, followed by a local long-tail boat expedition to your Pandaw vessel upstream. Lunch and drinks will be provided on the local boat by your Pandaw chef and bar staff. Embark your Pandaw in the afternoon for a welcome briefing and welcome drinks. We moor overnight at Pak Lay.

DAY 2 CRUISING THE MEKONG

Cruise upstream on the Mekong, passing lush jungle scenery and tiny riverside villages. Morning presentation on the Lao language after a short walk at Pha Laeb village. If time permits, we will also enjoy an afternoon walk at Ban Khok Fark.

DAY 3 XAYABOURI DAM

Morning walk at Ban Pak Bor Khummu village before passing through Xayabouri Hydroelectric Dam, taking an inside look of the workings of this somewhat controversial attraction as we navigate the locks. Afternoon visit to Ban Na San village, a Hmong minority village.

DAY 4 KUANG SI WATERFALLS

In the morning we moor at the village of Ban Mouang Khai and visit the dramatic Kaung Si waterfall. On the way back to the ship, we stop at the Laos Buffalo Farm, a social enterprise utilizing the abundant buffalo in Laos. Arrive in the heart of the temple city of Luang Prabang mid-afternoon where there is a buzzing night market and many great cafes and local restaurants. Traditional Laos Bacci ceremony and dancing on the upper deck during happy hour. Moor overnight in central Luang Prabang.

DAY 5 LUANG PRABANG CRAFTS & CULTURE

Today we explore the various handicrafts of Laos in more detail. We start with Ock Pop Tok, a social enterprise providing sustainable employment and training for the women of local weaving villages. We then head to TAEC (Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre) to understand more about Laos musical instruments. After lunch aboard the ship, we sail toward Ban Chan and take part in a pottery demonstration at the local pottery workshop. We finish the day with a sunset cruise on the Mekong alongside Luang Prabang, returning to moor overnight in the centre of town.

DAY 6 LUANG PRABANG

Early morning walking tour to observe the alms offerings to the hundreds of monks who walk around the city every morning. We continue after breakfast to the morning market before taking tuktuks for a city tour of this well preserved and unique world heritage site with its many Buddhist temples, libraries and royal palace. The afternoon is free to explore the beauty and unique atmosphere of Luang Prabang.

DAY 7 PAK OU CAVES

Morning at leisure in Luang Prabang before setting sail at midday upstream. Afternoon sightseeing by local boat exploring the unique Pak Ou Caves, a Buddhist sanctuary with spectacular limestone cliff faces. See the production of local Laos whisky at the Whisky village and shop for locally produced handicrafts.

DAY 8 BAN TON AND SANDBANK BBQ

Day of sailing upstream along the Mekong with morning walk through Ban Ton village. In the evening, we moor alongside a sandbank for a special riverside barbecue and cocktail party. Light paper lanterns with the crew and enjoy a dance in remote Laos.

DAY 9 PAK BENG ELEPHANT SANCTUARY

Laos is known as ‘The land of a million elephants’ and today we will visit a rescue sanctuary that is helping to preserve the elephants of Laos and provide sustainable alternative employment for Mahouts who once trained and rode these beautiful creatures. Afternoon walk at Ban Pak Sith Khummu village.

DAY 10 PAK SITH - CHIANG KHONG

Today we sail the final leg of our journey upstream toward Huayxay. Cross over into Thailand via the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge before rejoining your ship in Chiang Khong. Enjoy a ship tour of your Pandaw vessel and fruit carving demonstration from your Pandaw Chef. Farewell cocktails and Thai traditional dance on board for your last evening.

DAY 11 CHIANG KHONG

Disembark by 8.30 in Chiang Khong and group transfer to hotel/airport. En route, explore the Golden Triangle including a visit to the opium museum. Continue to airports or city hotels in Chiang Rai (2 hours) and Chiang Mai (6 hours).

PLEASE NOTE:

The itinerary for this expedition is indicative only and subject to reconnaissance. As we travel to remote areas, changes to the itinerary will inevitably occur. A flexible approach is required if you book this cruise.

The Laos Mekong - Southeast Asia River Cruise reverse itinerary:

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PLEASE NOTE: *

DAY 11 CHIANG KHONG *

DAY 10 PAK SITH - CHIANG KHONG *

DAY 9 PAK BENG ELEPHANT SANCTUARY *

DAY 8 BAN TON AND SANDBANK BBQ *

DAY 7 PAK OU CAVES *

DAY 6 LUANG PRABANG *

DAY 5 LUANG PRABANG CRAFTS & CULTURE *

DAY 4 KUANG SI WATERFALLS *

DAY 3 XAYABOURI DAM *

DAY 2 CRUISING THE MEKONG *

DAY 1 VIENTIANE *

* = Indicative

Map for The Laos Mekong - Southeast Asia River Cruise

Champa Pandaw

Vessel Type: Luxury River Cruising

Length: 44.5 m

Passenger Capacity: 28 passengers

Built: 2016

Champa Pandaw is a K-class ship. The K-class dated back to the 1880s and were comprised of stern wheelers designed to reduce draft, their boilers placed in the bow to improve trim. Smaller than the great line steamers of the age, the K-class ships were used on the Chindwin and upper reaches of the Irrawaddy. Where possible we have reused the old IFC names and many of these original K-class ships had fascinating histories, through times of war and peace.

ACCOMMODATION

12 main deck & 2 upper deck staterooms - Staterooms are 14 square meter (150 sqf), finished in teak and brass - Panoramic french sliding doors - Convertible bed configuration - 24hr laundry service

WINING & DINING

Local master chef heading an experienced international culinary team - Personalized meal services - Daily lean & light menu options - Complimentary coffee, water, tea, soft drinks, local beer, local spirits, juices - Extensive wine list with premium wines - Series of cultural performances, educational talks, cooking classes, and ship tour - Welcome drink on arrival - Welcome cocktail - Farewell reception - Theme dinners - Open air lounge and bar - Bistro style al fresco dining - 24hrs hospitality bar - Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls

ON EXCURSIONS

Admissions - Shoe cleaning after excursions - Bottled drinking water - Cold towel service after excursions - Refreshing drink following excursions

SAFETY & SECURITY

All onboard crew is trained and certified as per international marine standards - Fire alarm system in all cabins, public areas and back areas - Firefighting system in all ship areas - Expert marine superintendant - 24 hrs watch on duty

• Discover Vientiane - the capital and largest city of Laos, situated on the Mekong near the border with Thailand.

• Visit Pak Ou Caves that are noted for their miniature Buddha sculptures. Hundreds of very small and mostly damaged wooden Buddhist figures are laid out over the wall shelves. They take many different positions, including meditation, teaching, peace, rain, and reclining (nirvana).

• Explore Luang Prabang which is known for its many Buddhist temples, including the gilded Wat Xieng Thong, dating to the 16th century, and Wat Mai, once the residence of the head of Laotian Buddhism.

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