Our boats, made from Rosewood, are strong and safe. We are a mid range Mekong river cruise operator, our boats have capacities for 40 but usually run with 35 and still have plenty of room to walk around on each cruise.The limited numbers of seats ensure a lot of space and comfort on board. Our experienced crew,
cooker and English speaking tour guide will make your journey very unigue and relaxing.
Here are the program and prices of the cruise, valid for both down / upstream:
The downstream cruises departs Houy Xai on Sunday, Wednesday and Friday
The upstream cruises departing Luang Prabang on Monday and Thursday
Hotel | Houy Xai - Pak Bang - Luang Prabang | |
Price for 1 person | Single Supplimentary | |
BKC Villa (DBL or Twin Sharing) Air Con room | 5,500 | 650 |
Le Grand Pak Bang, Mae Khong Villa (DBL or Twin Sharing) Air con room | 6,500 | 1,400 |
Sanctuary Hotel & Resort (DBL or Twin Sharing) Air con room | 6,500 | 1,400 |
Rate are in Thai Baht |
DAY 1 : HUAY XAY – PAKBENG
Our guide will wait with a CRUISE sign from 8:30 AM in front of the Lao immigration office. After having completed the VISA procedure, we will go to the Houay Xay boat pier by tuk tuk. Then, you will embark for the first time on one of our luxury boats for the Mekong downstream cruise. On the way, the boat will take its first stop in Pak Tha, to have necessary boat documents signed. The second stop will be to visit a Hill tribe village along the Mekong River. Our guide will explain the way of living and the origins of these rural populations. Lunch is served on board, and during the afternoon, you will be free to relax and taste local flavors with seasonal snacks and drinks. The boat will arrive in Pakbeng before sunset, where you will retreat to your accommodation for the night.
DAY 2: PAK BENG – LUANG PRABANG
At 08:00 AM, the boat leaves Pakbeng. Use your free time in the morning for asking some questions about Luang Prabang and Laos to our guide. Lunch is served on board. In the afternoon, we will make two stop. First, we will visit the famous Pak Ou Caves (Tham Ting) and its thousands of Buddha images. The second stop will be at the Lao Lao village, commonly known as the Whisky Village. In there, the guide will provide information about the locally made rice whisky, and you will have the chance to taste it if you wish. You will also have time to enjoy the charm of this small and authentic village, its temple and local artisans. You will be served a typical snack and drink on board in the afternoon. We will arrive in Luang Prabang around 04:30pm.
End of Services.
Included in the cruise prices:
1. Transfer from a pick-up point in Chiang Khong and transfer to the border including luggage handling and visa assistance at Houy Xai.\.
2. Two days escorted cruise with English speaking host and freshly cooked lunch, tea coffee and bottled drinking water provided daily
3. Stops for sightseeing en route and Pak Ou cave including admission fee
4. Accommodation at your choice of accommodation as per above pricing
5. Travel insurance
6. Transfer from the pier in Luang Prabang to the drop off point in the city center.
To book, I will need names and passport numbers, Proof of COVID 19 vaccinations
Not included are:
• Visa fee of US$ per person - payable in THB
• Expenses of personal nature
• Minibar at hotel
• Dinner
Taxi from Chiang Mai to Chiang Khong 4,800-5500 Baht/ Trip