Gypsy Cruise 4 Nights (Upstream)
Destination: Luang Prabang, Ban Dan, Khok Aek, Ban Houy Phalam, Chiang Khong
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights of Itinerary
- Explore the historic Pak Beng temple with its captivating Falang murals and Pak Ou Caves
- Immerse yourself in the daily life of Kamu and Hmong communities
- Sail through lush landscapes, witness breathtaking mountain vistas
- Find inner peace with a morning meditation session and a rejuvenating yoga class
- Savor authentic Lao cuisine, from fragrant green curry to their famous whisky
Day 1 LUANG PRABANG - BAN DAN (D)
11:30 today, you will be transferred by the cruise’s representative from your hotel in Luang Prabang to the embarkation point.
Upon embarkation, check in your suite and enjoy lunch. Afterward, the manager of Laos River Cruises will give you a safety briefing before the journey. We reach Ban Dan village sometime this afternoon. Make a trip around the village to see the temple and a trek if you wish to. After an active afternoon return on board for a refreshing welcome cocktail and canapés.
Enjoy your dinner in the evening.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2 BAN DAN - KHOK AEK (B, L, D)
After breakfast, we will reach Pak Ou Caves which is famous for its thousands of Buddha Images. Afterward, go back on board for rest and lunch as we make our way to Ban Baw Village. Afterward we will reach Khok Aek Village and visit a Lao and a Hmong residence there.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 KHOK AEK - BAN HOUY PHALAM (B, L, D)
Early morning today, we will leave for Pak Beng. After breakfast, you can join in the cooking demonstration on board. As we arrive in Pak Beng, visit the local temple with the famous Falang murals and an elephant camp with a Hmong village on the other side of the river. Back on board for lunch.
The afternoon will be spent on board as we set sail to Ban Houy Phalam. Late afternoon today, disembark from Gypsy cruise to visit the Kamu Village by the river and watch the process of weaving textiles or take a biking trip around the village.
Early evening return back on board for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 BAN HOUY PHALAM – CHIANG KHONG (B)
Early morning, we will set sail to Huay Xai, enjoy the yoga session if you wish. We spend the whole morning sailing to Chiang Khong. Upon reaching the border, disembark from the ship, and the staff will help you with the formalities of immigration.
The Gypsy Cruise 4 Nights (Upstream) trip ends here.
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Meals: Breakfast
What's Included/Excluded
- Accommodation
- Meals: All meals are included
- Transportation: All land and river transportation during the tour is included
- Activities: The tour includes a variety of activities and experiences
- Guides: English-speaking guides will be with you throughout the tour
- Other: Welcome drinks and canapés on arrival, bottled water provided on board, and all taxes and fees are included.
- Flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities