Mekong Sun Cruise

As sunrise, the boat leaves the Golden Triangle for a new adventure. Along the Mekong River, the site of the evergreen forests and local villages are so peaceful to contemplate. We will reach Huay Xai in no time. This is a bustling town that lies on the border of Laos and Thailand. 

We keep on sailing to Pak Tha. The further you cruise to the north, the more spectacular view you can enjoy. Upon arrival in Pak Tha, take your time to observe the life of the local and then, we will sail along the Namtha River on a long tail boat to the community of Khmu ethnic group. There, you can visit the local small school and observe the people's customs and lifestyles.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, enjoy the amazing scenery as the RV Mekong Cruise passes through a vibrant town, where can only be accessed via the river. As we flow more in-depth into the region, the scene becomes even more spectacular. After the relaxing time contemplating the dreamy view, we finally arrive at the market town of Pakbeng. This is one of the most bustling trading points of the region, where offer a variety of domestic goods. If lucky, you will have the opportunity to spot the elephants of the camp settled nearby.

After the tour, it's time to head back to the ship. Continue cruising on the amazing Mekong Sun cruise; Next, we will access a beautiful sandbank where to drop the anchor and spend the night there.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We are going to have an easy time on deck. Wake up to catch the very first sunlight and to sunbathe. Then, we will arrive at a lovely small riverside village, where you can have a glimpse at the plain locals’ lifestyle. Then, disembark and start for the new fantastic trip inland. If you love the majestic beauty of one remarkable Pak Ou cave, you can join the group and trek through the mysterious forest.

Or make the journey easy by taking a boat ride. The Pak Ou cave has far been one of the most popular tourist attractions in Laos with thousands of Buddha images in various shapes and sizes. Take your time to explore the cave and shoot some awesome photos.

In the evening, enjoy the BBQ dinner that served at a stunning view on the riverside. While having a meal, it is pleasing to observe the riverside view and immerse in the tranquil atmosphere.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Grab a fulfilling breakfast on board, and then we will start the sightseeing tour in Luang Prabang – the old capital of Laos. For the panorama of the entire beautiful city, which antique and modern features blends, we will have a short walk up to the Phou Si mountain. Then, we will visit some exceptional attractions like the Royal Palace, Wat Xiengthong's Buddhist temples. At these marvelous constructions, you can learn more about Lao architecture, Buddhism, and history.

As the evening comes, we will have a relaxing stroll along the Mekong River and observe the scene around. While wandering, you can catch the image of Laotian daily lifestyle and learn their customs. Or you can have a closer look at the ethnic minority life: the people of Hmong by joining the bustling market. After that, enjoy dinner at one of the excellent restaurants in the town of Luang Prabang or on the Mekong Riverbank.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch

The morning is pleasing with warm sunlight. Wake up early to enter the town observing the morning routine of the locals as well as the traditional alms-giving ceremony on the street of Luang Prabang. Now let’s head back to the boat to enjoy breakfast and start a new adventure. This time, we will enter deeper into the “hidden gem” town , where is spectacular with old French and traditional Lao style architecture.

Return to the RV Mekong Sun Cruise and enjoy your hearty lunch. The ship is now starting the engine and head for new destinations. As far as the ship goes, as more stunning the landscape is. The magnificent tropical vegetation and rock formations that exist along the riversides are the spotlights of the wilderness view.

Spend time admiring this chocolate-box scenery before dinner. Enjoy your dinner served on board, and the boat will anchor at a pretty sandbank for an overnight.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

If you are intrigued by the mysterious beauty of the waterfall, then in Lao, you will have a chance to admire one of the most stunning waterfalls: Kuang Si. In the morning, on a tuk-tuk, we will drive to the Khuang Si waterfall. We will stroll on the trail around the waterfall to catch the pristine beauty from a different angle. Then we will travel back to the RV Mekong Sun Cruise and head to Luang Prabang. Enjoy your lunch served on board.

In the afternoon, it's your time to discover the town in your way. To go faster and further, an E-bike is highly suggested. Through the narrow alleys to the big bright roads, catch yourself some delightful dishes and souvenirs to bring back home.

In the evening, there will be an exciting event that happens: the traditional Baci Ceremony. Joining the event, you can see the local dancers performing graceful dances that are unique. Return to the boat and have a farewell dinner as this is your last night on the Cruise. Spend the night on board.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fill your stomach with delicious breakfast and then, check your cabin carefully in virtue of ending the cruising tour. As you disembark the RV Mekong Sun Cruise, you will be driven to the hotel in Luang Prabang or the Airport. The tour ends here!
 

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  N/A

• Meals:

  Breakfast

Wake up early to enjoy the breathtaking sunrise over the river and mark a good start to your day. You can enter the city to witness the most impressive ritual that can hardly be found anywhere else: the alms giving ceremony. Every morning, hundreds of monks walk on foot through the main streets of Luang Prabang, and the Buddhists will give the offerings. 

Then, back to the boat as your stomach hunger for a sumptuous breakfast. We keep cruising southwards until reaching the anchorage site. Spend the night on board.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, the RV Mekong Sun Cruise will enter further downstream. While the ship is moving, enjoy the brilliant scene of the magnificent river and the local lifestyle alongside the river bank. As far as the boat goes, as more stunning the landscape is. The beautiful tropical vegetation and rock formations that exist along the riversides are the spotlights of the wilderness view.

After that, you will have a chance to meet one typical local community which is supported by Mekong sun cruise’s passengers. Then, take our time to enjoy this chocolate-box scenery before the cruise heading southwards. Spend the night on board.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

If you are intrigued by the mysterious beauty of the waterfall, then in Laos, you will have a chance to admire one of the most stunning waterfalls: Kuang Si. In the morning, after breakfast, the cruise continues upstream. Enjoy the morning lifestyle of the locals, fishermen onshore. After a few hours cruising, we will disembark for a trip to Kuang Si fall by tuk-tuk. Stroll on the trail around the waterfall to catch the pristine beauty from different angles. 

Then we will travel back to the RV Mekong Sun Cruise and pass through Luang Prabang. Feel great to have a delicious BBQ dinner on board while enjoying the gorgeous view. 

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Pak Ou cave is stunning with thousands of Buddha images which are various from sizes and shapes. Today, you are going to explore this remarkable cave. Then, you can walk through a small jungle to meet the indigenous villages (optional), where is the master of producing Lao-Lao, local liqueur.

You can purchase some goods as a souvenir there and communicate with the locals. Then, we will head back to the ship and you may see the elephants en route. Relax and enjoy the view while we again travel to Luang Prabang.

In the afternoon, you can join the interesting mount Phou Si hiking and catch some pictures of the panorama from the top.

In the evening, why don’t you take a short walk along the Mekong riverside or search for some cool items at the vibrant local or Hmong ethnic minority ethnic markets? Return to the boat and join the farewell feast with the charming traditional Baci – ceremony. 

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fill your stomach with delicious breakfast and then, check your cabin carefully in virtue of ending the cruising tour. As you disembark the RV Mekong Sun Cruise, you will be driven to the hotel or the airport. The tour ends here!

Notice: the itinerary might change in the last minutes, and we are not responsible for the replacement. The cause is related to the climatic conditions, alterations to cruise schedules, or other operational factors.

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  N/A

• Meals:

  Breakfast

Early birds can take part in the Alms giving ceremony this morning - a very scared ritual of Laotian.

Then, back onboard for breakfast as we cruise down the river to visit one of the most amazing waterfalls of Laos - Kuang Si Falls. Stroll on the trail around the waterfall to catch the pristine beauty from different angles.

This afternoon, we will cruise pass the biggest hydroelectric power plant of Laos - Xayabouri Dam. You don't want to miss this fascinating site.

The ship moors at a sandbank tonight.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Ban Dom Saingam is our highlight for today excursion. We leave the ship for a fascinating trek to the mysterious cave here which is a private spot for Mekong Sun Cruise's guests only. Along the way, enjoy the peaceful scenery surround with herds of cattle, small villages and pristine nature.

Tonight, join in our wonderful BBQ dinner on a stunning riverside location. Spend the night onboard.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We continue sailing to the further north of the mighty Mekong river. Relax and contemplate the magnificent landscapes with lush forests and outstanding mountain ranges. Today, you will also have a chance to pay a short visit to the rustic Salakham town where to experience the local life. After that, back onboard and keep navigating northwards on the rapid currents of the Mekong. Spend the night in your cozy cabin.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, the RV Mekong Sun Cruise will enter deeper into the north. While the ship moving, enjoy the brilliant scene of the magnificent river and the local lifestyle alongside the river bank. As far as the ship goes, as more stunning the landscape is. The magnificent tropical vegetation and rock formation that exist along the riversides are the spotlights of the wilderness view.

We will have a couple of minutes to catch a glimpse at this chocolate-box scenery and then, the cruise endures its route. Enjoy your dinner served on board and the boat will anchor at a pretty sandbank for an overnight.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, say goodbye to the crew and disembark from the ship in Vientiane. End of services!

• Transport:

  N/A

• Meals:

  Breakfast

After breakfast, we will visit some exceptional attractions in Luang Prabang like the Royal Palace, Wat Xiengthong's Buddhist temples. At these marvelous constructions, you can learn more about Lao architecture, Buddhism, and history.

Lunch will be served onboard. The ship starts to sail downstream to visit one of the most famous waterfalls of Laos - Kuang Si.

Overnight stay on Mekong Sun Cruise.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We are going to have an easy time on deck. Wake up to catch the very first sunlight and to sunbathe. Then, we will arrive at a lovely small riverside village, where you can have a glimpse at the plain locals’ lifestyle. Then, disembark and start for the new fantastic trip inland. If you love the majestic beauty of one remarkable Pak Ou cave, you can join the group and trek through the mysterious forest.

Or make the journey easy by taking a boat ride. The Pak Ou cave has far been one of the most popular tourist attractions in Laos with thousands of Buddha images in various shapes and sizes. Take your time to explore the cave and shoot some awesome photos.

Afterwards, keep cruising to Oudomxay Province.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

While the ship moving, enjoy the brilliant scene of the magnificent river and the local lifestyle alongside the river bank. As far as the ship goes, as more stunning the landscape is. The magnificent tropical vegetation and rock formation that exist along the riversides are the spotlights of the wilderness view.

We will have a couple of minutes to catch a glimpse at this chocolate-box scenery and then, the cruise endures its route. Enjoy your dinner served on board and the boat will anchor at a pretty sandbank for an overnight.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We spend this whole day today cruising. Feast your eyes with stunning riverscapes of the mighty Mekong river while enjoying the facilities and conveniences onboard. Tonight, savor the delicious taste of the BBQ dinner on the sandbank.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Upon arrival in Pak Tha, take your time to observe the life of the local and then, we will sail along the Namtha River on a long tail boat to the community of Khmu ethnic group. There, you can visit the local small school and observe the people's customs and lifestyles. 

This afternoon, we cruise to the Laos - Thai border at Huay Xai - Chiang Khong.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

We are ready for the tour to the Golden Buddha of Sop Ruak and the Hall of Opium at the Golden Triangle in Chiang Saen. These places have it owns interesting features to attract tourists. Under the support of the Thai royal family, this museum holds diverse historical artifacts, images and the politics of the opium trade. If you would like to learn about the history of Thailand, this is one ideal place.

Gather with your partners and enjoy the farewell dinner tonight.

• Transport:

  Cruise

• Meals:

  Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Fill your stomach with delicious breakfast and then, check your cabin carefully in virtue of ending the cruising tour. Say goodbye to the crew and disembark from the ship of Mekong Pearl at Chiang Saen or Chiang Khong (depends on the water level).

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  N/A

• Meals:

  Breakfast