minimum 2 persons - No operation during 01 - 30 June

Special rates for early booking. Please contact us for more details.

• Price includes:
  * 2 day cruise with stops and visits en route
  * One night accommodation at Luang Say Lodge
  * Meal plans as mentioned in the program
  * Tours as mentioned in the program
  * Entrance fee at Tam Ting and police fees along the trip
  * Transfer from Lao immigration to pier in HoueiSai
  * Assistance of English-speaking cruise escort during the cruise (no guide on board)

• Price excludes:
  * Personal expense
  * Other services not mentioned in the program
  * Transfer to Houei Say pier and transfer from Luang Prabang pier to the hotel in Luang Prabang
  * Ferry and immigration fees in HoueiSay
  * Drinks during the trip, except bottled water (free supply)
  * Laos Visa
  * 7% Valued Added Tax
  
• Departure time:

  From Houeisay to Luang Prabang
  From 01 Nov - 30 Apr and 1 - 31 Oct
  * Departs every Monday, Thursday & Friday
  From 01 May - 30 Sep
  * Departs every Monday & Friday (except from 01 - 30 Jun, no operation)

  From Luang Prabang to Houeisay
  From 01 Nov - 30 Apr and 1 - 31 Oct
  * Departs every Saturday, Tuesday & Wednesday
  From 01 May - 30 Sep
  * Departs every Saturday & Wednesday (except from 01 - 30 Jun, no operation)

  Please note that a Laos visa is required to enter Luang Prabang and other provinces in Laos. We suggest you apply for the Laos visa in your country (if available) or at the Laos consulate in Bangkok before arrival.

River of life

To people living along Mekong, this river means more than just the longest river (2,700 miles) in South East Asia. It serves as the biggest source of food and natural resource for people in many parts of Indochina, ranging from Burma, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia to Vietnam. The river, originates in Southern China, runs through several countries in South East Asia and forms part of international border between Burma-Laos, Laos-Thailand and Thailand-Cambodia. The water levels of the river are vital to the production of agricultural products, especially rice, for farmers in this region. If lucky, you may have a chance to see and taste a giant catfish, the world’s largest fresh water fish, which can be found only in this river.

The best view of the countryside probably comes from a boat trip in the morning in which the scenes of misty lush green mountains standing astride the river are pleasant enough to keep your mind off predicament in life, at least for a while.

Blending with villagers

Even though Laos comprises 4 major ethno-linguistic groups with several tribes scattered in different parts of the country, the landlocked country has long enjoyed peace and harmony for centuries. Hmong, Pak-Ou and other small villages are located near the bank of Mekong between HoueiSay (Golden Triangle area) and Luang Prabang, the religious, ancient capital city. The boat trip opens an opportunity for visitors to browse through the way of life of locals at Pak-Ou and Hmong village and watch local merchants trading at Pakbeng market as the boat stops by for a brief visit.

The Caves of Buddha statues

A stop at the Tham Ting caves, set on a side of a cliff at the mouth of the Nam Ou River, will leave you bewildered by thousands of abandoned Buddha images in varied sizes and shapes placed together in limestone caves. A lower cave, which is lightened by sparkling lacquer on Buddha images, are easily accessible and convenient for visitors to explore the cave without any artificial light source. These Buddha images, though disfigured and damaged, are significant to Buddhist pilgrims, who journey from Luang Prabang and surrounding villages to bathe the Buddhas to gain merit during Lao New Year in April.

Whisky village

Once known as a stoneware jar producer, the villagers of Ban Xang Hai find distilling alcohol from sticky rice brings in higher income to their families. Pots of hooch can be found lining up on the beach awaiting transport up or down the river. A short observation at the production site will give you an idea why their in-house liquor becomes a popular flavor among local people who like to end their long working day with a nip of booze.

A touch of tranquility at LuangSay Lodge

Built on the bank of the Mekong with a backdrop of mountains is Luangsay Lodge. The small but comfortable lodge is decorated in traditional Lao style with several wooden pavilions separate from each other. Besides a comfortable bed and a wood cabinet, only an electric fan, a gas-filled lantern and a mosquito net are necessities in your room, a perfect way to experience simplicity and tranquility of life.