Jinghong - Vientiane 14 Nights (DOWNSTREAM)
Destinations: Jinghong - Guan Lei - Sob Luoy - Ban Dom Moon - Chiang Saen - Luang Prabang - Xayaburi Dam - Pak Lay - Vientiane
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights of Itinerary:
- Discover the highlights of Jinghong and enjoy an interesting cultural show performed by people from 38 ethnic groups.
- Immerse in the tranquil atmosphere and visit some villages settled near the Mekong’s flow.
- Admire the beauty of the Pak Ou Caves, which is home to a great number of the Buddha statues.
- Witness one of the most religious ceremonies - Alms Giving in Luang Prabang and discover the city’s spotlights.
- Dive in the ancient vibe of Vientiane where to find numerous age - old temples and French colonial buildings.
JINGHONG
At 4:00 PM, meet the other passengers at the gathering point, and we will together embark on the Pandaw Cruise. After checking your cabin, you can relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Jinghong.
Meals:Dinner

JINGHONG
Hardly anyone knows that Jinghong was formed in the year of 1180 AC, under the rule of Tai King Phanya Coeng. Through time, this place also adopted the Thai, Burmese, and China languages and architecture. Walking around in the streets of Jinghong will please you with genuine ancient beauty.
Ather that, we will have lunch and then spend our time in the Tropical Plants Research Institute and Manting Park. Enjoy the time at the park until the evening; we will watch the amazing cultural show at Maxmumbani. In the show, the distinctive features in the tradition, customs of the 38 ethnics are impressive, astounding, and marvelous. Their performance is fantastic with the skillful acrobatics and thrilling with the story of China and its people.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

GUAN LEI
The Cruise today flows on the Mekong river, which is in the Chinese territory. Along the way, enjoy the stunning site of endless green jungles, spectacular hillsides, and cliffs. We will also stop en route for a visit to wooden houses, local temples and local health care centre in Lao Lue village.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

SOB LUOY PROVINCE
Explore Ban Pak Keo and its beautiful hill - top pagoda where to catch a stunning view of Mekong river.
This afternoon, make a stop at Ban Na Kor (Sob Louy Port) before sailing to a pristine sandbank to moor overnight. Enjoy your canapés and cocktails on the sundeck. Laos folklore stories and traditional floating fire lanterns are also prepared to spice up your night.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

BAN DOM MOON
Our Pandaw cruise continues along the Mekong River, through idyllic river landscape of Thailand countryside.
Meanwhile, take a walk around Pok Lok's local village and listen to our guide's ethnography of the region.
The rest of the day is at your leisure and then, spend a comfortable night onboard.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

CHIANG SAEN
The full breakfast provides you energy for the morning tour, make sure you have it well. After that, the morning begins with a visit to Tachilek's market and Shwedagon Pagoda.
It's lunchtime, enjoy a delicious meal on the boat. Then, the guide will accompany you on a visit to Hall of Opium which was built in order to educate people about the consequences of drug and the history of opium through 5,000 years.
Our day tour ends with the outstanding panorama of the Golden Triangle where the 3 countries meet.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

INTO LAOS
Get your visa and passport ready for the immigration customs at Thailand – Laos checkpoint. Then, we keep cruising downstream on the Upper Mekong river and enjoy the served lunch on board.
The forests around the Mekong river is magically green and full of energy, which makes it a home, habitat for many species and humans. Thereafter, we will take on the tour around Laos village.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

KHAMO VILLAGE
This morning, we will take a leisurely walk around Khamo village exploring its local life. Then, back onboard for relaxing as the ship continues crusing downstream. Tonight, enjoy a cocktail party on the sandbank of Mekong river
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

PAK OU CAVES - KUANG SI FALLS
Hop on a local boat for a cruise on Nam Ou River where to find the magnificen Pak Ou caves - the home of thousands of Buddha statues of all shapes, sizes and materials.
This afternoon, we take a drive to visit the turquoise pools of Kuang Si Falls and butterfly farm.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

LUANG PRABANG
Wake up early in the morning to observe the Alms Giving Ceremony. After that, we will have a chance to know about the thrilling history of the country in the National Museum and grab some cool domestics at the morning market. Late in the afternoon, let’s go back to the Pandaw Cruise and watch the traditional Laos dancing.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

XAYABURI DAM
In this morning cruise, don't miss a chance to admire the huge Xayabuari Hydroelectric Power Plant.
And in the afternoon, a relaxing walking tour at a local village will be organized.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

BAN PARK BOR VILLAGE
Today's highlight is the visit to the jungle village of Khamo.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

PAK LAI
The amazing riverscapes of Laos is magnificent to contemplate. We approaches Vientiane province.
In the afternoon, leave the ship for a visit to Pak Lai where to exlore a colorful local market and elegant French buildings. This is also where the biggest elephant festival taken place in February.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

VIENTIANE
In the morning, we will visit the city of Vientiane, where there exists many charming monuments like Sisaket Temple, the solemn President’s Hall, Wat Prakeo Temple, and Patuxay. Not just breathtaking with the architecture in the past, but this old city also melts our hearts with lovely boutique shops and cozy coffee shops in the lovely corner of L’Indochine. When the night comes, enjoy our farewell dinner as this is our last night onboard.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

VIENTIANE
After having breakfast, disembark from the ship and say goodbye to the crew.
Meals:Breakfast

What's Included
What's Not Included
Vientiane - Jinghong 14 Nights
Destinations: Vientiane
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights of Itinerary:
- Discover the highlights of Jinghong and enjoy an interesting cultural show performed by people from 38 ethnic groups.
- Immerse in the tranquil atmosphere and visit some villages settled near the Mekong’s flow.
- Admire the beauty of the Pak Ou Caves, which is home to a great number of the Buddha statues.
- Witness one of the most religious ceremonies - Alms Giving in Luang Prabang and discover the city’s spotlights.
- Dive in the ancient vibe of Vientiane where to find numerous age - old temples and French colonial buildings.
VIENTIANE
Around 12:30, check - in Pandaw cruise and enjoy your welcome drinks. Lunch will be served after that..
In the afternoon, we will visit the city of Vientiane, where there exists many charming monuments like Sisaket Temple, the solemn President’s Hall, Wat Prakeo Temple, and Patuxay.
Meals:Lunch / Dinner

CRUISING THE MEKONG
We spend all day today onboard. The ship continues cruising up the Mekong river while many interesting activities taken place like a lecture on Lao language or cooking class. The ship moors overnight at Ban Xanakham.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

PAK LAI
We leave the ship for a visit to Pak Lai where to exlore a colorful local market and elegant French buildings. This is also where the biggest elephant festival taken place in February.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

BAN PARK BOR VILLAGE
Today's highlight is the visit to the jungle village of Khamo. This afternoon, we will cruise pass the huge Xayabuari Hydroelecric Power Plant. You don't want to miss this fascinating scene.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

BAN MOUANG KHAI VILLAGE - LUANG PRABANG
Start our morning tour with a visit to a typical Hmong village and then Ban Mouang Khai.
Afternoon is the time to relax by the refreshing pools of Kuang Si waterfalls and the wonderful butterfly garden. Afterwards, we head to Luang Prabang where to explore its bustling night market and elegant restaurants and coffee shops.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

LUANG PRABANG
When in Luang Prabang, we will have a chance to know about the thrilling history of the country in the National Museum and grab some cool domestics at the morning market. Our transportation today is the local vehicle called "Tuk - Tuk".
Late in the afternoon, let’s go back to the Pandaw Cruise and watch the traditional Laos dancing.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

PAK OU CAVES
Wake up early in the morning to observe the Alms Giving Ceremony. After that, hop on a local boat for a cruise on Nam Ou River where to find the magnificen Pak Ou caves - the home of thousands of Buddha statues of all shapes, sizes and materials.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

PAK BENG
This morning, we will take a leisurely walk around Khamo village exploring its local life. Then, back onboard for relaxing as the ship continues crusing to Pak Beng
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

BAN HOUAYXAY
Another walking tour to Khamo village will be arranged this morning. Enjoy the stunning scenery of Lao - Thai border. Moor a night in Huay Xai where we take a stroll in the late afternoon.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

CHIANG SAEN
The full breakfast provides you energy for the morning tour, make sure you have it well. After that, the morning begins with a visit to Tachilek's market and Shwedagon Pagoda.
It's lunchtime, enjoy a delicious meal on the boat. Then, the guide will accompany you on a visit to Hall of Opium which was built in order to educate people about the consequences of drug and the history of opium through 5,000 years.
Our day tour ends with the outstanding panorama of the Golden Triangle where the 3 countries meet.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

BAN DOM MOON
Our Pandaw cruise continues along the Mekong River, through idyllic river landscape of Thailand countryside.
Meanwhile, take a walk around Pok Lok's local village and listen to our guide's ethnography of the region.
The rest of the day is at your leisure and then, spend a comfortable night onboard.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

SOB LUOY PROVINCE
Explore Ban Pak Keo and its beautiful hilltop pagoda where to catch a stunning view of the Mekong River.
This afternoon, make a stop at Ban Na Kor (Sob Louy Port) before sailing to a pristine sandbank to moor overnight. Enjoy your canapés and cocktails on the sundeck. Laos folklore stories and traditional floating fire lanterns are also prepared to spice up your night.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

GUAN LEI
The Cruise today flows on the Mekong river, which is in the Chinese territory. Along the way, enjoy the stunning site of endless green jungles, spectacular hillsides, and cliffs. We will also stop en route for a visit to wooden houses, local temples and local health care centre in Lao Lue village.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

JINGHONG
Hardly anyone knows that Jinghong was formed in the year of 1180 AC, under the rule of Tai King Phanya Coeng. Through time, this place also adopted the Thai, Burmese, and China languages and architecture. Walking around in the streets of Jinghong will please you with genuine ancient beauty.
Ather that, we will have lunch and then spend our time in the Tropical Plants Research Institute and Manting Park. Enjoy the time at the park until the evening; we will watch the amazing cultural show at Maxmumbani. In the show, the distinctive features in the tradition, customs of the 38 ethnics are impressive, astounding, and marvelous. Their performance is fantastic with the skillful acrobatics and thrilling with the story of China and its people.
Meals:Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

JINGHONG
After your breakfast, say goodbye to the crew and disembark from the ship. You will be transferred to the airport/ hotel in Jinghong for your onward journeys.
Meals:Breakfast
