Luang Say Cruise has three boats travelling along the Mekong river from Houei Say to Luang Prabang, or, from Luang Prabang to Houei Say. Both cruises stop over for one night in our Luang Say Lodge in Pakbeng. Our boats are 34 metres long with a 420 HP engine and a steel hull for strength and safety. The boats have a capacity for 40 people in comfortable seats and benches. Each seat has an open air vista. We have coffee tables with magazines and booklets to read during your cruise.
Luang Say Cruise has three boats travelling along the Mekong river from Houei Say to Luang Prabang, or, from Luang Prabang to Houei Say. Both cruises stop over for one night in our Luang Say Lodge in Pakbeng. Our boats are 34 metres long with a 420 HP engine and a steel hull for strength and safety. The boats have a capacity for 40 people in comfortable seats and benches. Each seat has an open air vista. We have coffee tables with magazines and booklets to read during your cruise. High season ( Nov-Apr ) - Luangsay cruise down: (Houei Say - Pakbeng - Park Ou - Luang Prabang) MON/THU/FRI - Luangsay cruise up: (Luang Prabang - Park Ou - Pakbeng - Houei Say) TUE/WED/SAT. Low season ( May –Sep/ except Jun/non operation ) - Luangsay cruise down: (Houei Say - Pakbeng - Park Ou - Luang Prabang) MON/FRI - Luangsay cruise up: (Luang Prabang - Park Ou - Pakbeng - Houei Say) WED/SAT
Day 1 - Houei Say - Pakbeng (L,D)
Luang Say boat leaves Houei Say pier at 09:00 hrs for a cruise down the Mekong to Pakbeng. En route one stop is made to observe rural life along the Mekong and discover minorities, a buffet lunch on board. Arrive Pakbeng before sunset and check-in at Luang Say Lodge. Dinner on the terrace, overlooking the Mekong River.
Day 2 - Pakbeng - Park Ou - Luang Prabang (B,L)
Full breakfast at lodge. (Optional: walk to Pakbeng market, where people from the surrounding village of minorities exchange their goods). At 08:30 board the boat for the second leg of the cruise. A short stop to discover a Hmong village before having buffet lunch on board. Continue to Pak-Ou village at the mouth of the Nam Ou River, visit Tam Ting “Caves of a thousand Buddha’s”. On the way to Luang Prabang a brief stop is made to observe the traditional process of obtaining local rice alcohol. Arrive at Luang Prabang before sunset.
The Tour Inclusion
- 2 days cruise with stops and visits en route
- 1 night accommodation at LuangSay Lodge
- Entrance fee at Tam Ting and police fees along the trip
- 1 FOC half twin for 15 paying persons
- Transfer from Lao immigration to pier in HoueiSay.
- Assistance of English-speaking cruise escort during the cruise (no guide on board)
The Tour Exclusion
- Transfer from/to hotel to pier in Luang Prabang
- Ferry and immigration fees in HoueiSay
- Drinks during the trip, except bottled water (free supply)
- Visa approval and fees for Laos
- Services in Luang Prabang
- Personal insurance
Day 1 - Luang Prabang – Kamu Logde (L,D)
The Kamu boat departs from Luang Prabang pier at 09:00 hrs for a cruise up the Mekong River to Kamu Village. On the way to Pak Ou Village, at the mouth of the Nam Ou River a visit is organized to Tam Ting “Caves of a thousand Buddha’s”. Then boat to Kamu Village, arrival at Kamu lodge and check-in. Lunch at the Lodge’s Sala. In the afternoon you may choose to participate in the different activities. You will be rewarded with a very original Lao experience.
- Rice planting and harvesting in surrounding rice fields
- Gold panning (January to June) in the Mekong. Anything you find is yours!
- Jungle walks to search for medicinal plants
- Trekking through the forest to waterfalls (two hour hike and boat ride)
- Traditional fishing techniques. You can sample your catch for dinner!
- Local village visit
- Archery contest
Day 2 - Kamu Lodge - PakBeng (B,L,D)
Breakfast at lodge, after some time to relax and a visit to the village of Kamu, the Luangsay cruise pick-up you at 11h00. A delicious Buffet lunch is served on board and a brief stop is made at Ban Baw to observe the processing traditional rice alcohol. The boat will arrived at LuangSay Lodge before sunset for overnight stop. Dinner is served at terrace overlooking the Mekong River.
Day 3 - PakBeng - Houei Say (B,L)
Breakfast served at terrace around 6.30 a.m. In the morning visit the morning market (Optional) of Pak Beng where the nearby villagers and hill tribes buy and exchange their goods. Boat departs at 07:30 a.m. for her second part of trip. One stop is made to visit and admire the authentic rural life of hill tribe settlements. Lunch is again served on board. Reaching Houeisay before 17:00 hrs (you may proceed to Chiang Rai in the same day.)
Remark:
- The tour prices do not apply to the French Market, excepted E – Commerce.
- Minimum 2 persons traveling together for join tour.
- For safety reasons and according to weather conditions, the program may be amended without prior notice.
- Child age 2-12 years old discount 50% when sharing room with parents. Infant (less than 2 years old) = free of charge.
- Group concession: 1 FOC half twin for 15 paying persons
The Tour Inclusion
- 3 days cruise with stops and visits en route
- 1 nights accommodation at Luangsay Lodge with breakfast and dinner(s)
- 1 nights accommodation at Kamu Lodge with breakfast and dinner(s)
- Assistance of an English speaking cruise escort during the cruise (no guide on board)
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Coffee, tea & drinking water on board and during meals.
- Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned
- Services of qualified crews during the cruise.
- Group insurance
The Tour Exclusion
- Airfares & airport taxes
- Pre/post trip arrangement
- Visa and visa arrangement
- Travel insurance
- Other personal expenses
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