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Mekong Pearl 5 Nights: Impressions of the Mekong (Downstream)

Trip Length

6 Day

Cruises

Price starts (USD)

$2680/Pp

Classic Cabin Inquire this cruise

7 Cabin(s)

| 12m²

| Double/twin

Classic cabins all are located on the main deck of the cruise with the space of 12 square meter each. The cabins give a warm and inviting feeling for all the guests on board.

Cabin Amenities

| Max Rom:

Air Conditioning

Mini Bar

Toiletries

Shower

Bathrobes

Bottled Water

In Room Safe

Hair Dryer

Slippers

Superior Cabin Inquire this cruise

6 Cabin(s)

| 16m²

| Double/twin

The superior cabins are on both main and upper deck. Four on the main and two on the upper deck. All of the rooms are fully equipped with modern facilities.

Cabin Amenities

| Max Rom:

Air Conditioning

Mini Bar

Toiletries

Shower

Bathrobes

Bottled Water

In Room Safe

Hair Dryer

Slippers

Deluxe Cabin Inquire this cruise

2 Cabin(s)

| 22m²

| Double/twin

Only two deluxe room on board and each one of them has 22 square meter of space. All are on the upper deck and have their own private balconies and wide window looking out the river.

Cabin Amenities

| Max Rom:

Air Conditioning

Mini Bar

Toiletries

Shower

Bathrobes

Bottled Water

In Room Safe

Hair Dryer

Slippers

Overview
Full Itinerary
Deck plan
Policy
FAQ's

Overview

Welcome to the Mekong Pearl Cruise, with the perfect combination of traditional and modern beauty on the charming Mekong River.

The ship's spacious space, 15 cabins spread over 2 floors, gives you a comfortable feeling when resting and playing. The ship was only built in 2017, so it has a modern design, engine and materials to bring you the safest and smoothest travel. You will experience great amenities on the cruise during the journeys such as 10 nights from Chiang Rai - Vientiane, Luang Prabang - Vientiane, Northern Laos or explore the mysterious Golden Triangle area from Luang Prabang.

At Mekong Pearl night cruise on Laos river, you will be able to chill on a large sun deck, relax in the spa room, immerse yourself in the vibrant bar and enjoy delicious food at the restaurant.

Join Lao River Cruises to experience these top amenities now! For more private tours, contact us to tailor your own trip!

Highlights

Spacious cabins with luxurious wooden design

Possessing 2 floors with 15 cabins, Mekong Pearl Cruise gives you a comfortable living and playing space. The large wooden design makes the ship more luxurious, classic and warmer. You will feel comfortable at home when resting on the Mekong Pearl Cruise. The highlight of the ship is the bar area and spa room for you to relax and the spacious sun deck to capture every moment of the breathtaking nature on the Mekong River.

Laos culinary specialties

During the journey on the Mekong Pearl Cruise, visitors will enjoy typical Lao dishes meticulously prepared by chefs with unforgettable flavors such as Laap, Tam Mak Hoong, Or Lam, Khao soi... You will also enjoy sumptuous BBQ parties with European and Asian dishes.

Laos dance performance and Baci friendship celebration

It will be a wonderful experience when you see artists from many different ethnic groups performing traditional dances. Artists here have used graceful dance and music to portray a picture of the nation's cultural and spiritual life. During the Baci friendship celebration, your friendship will be bonded by fun dances and beautiful smiles. This is also a good opportunity to make new friends on this exciting journey.

Facilities

Spa

Restaurants

Tours

Smoking Area

Air Conditioning

Bar

Shower

Rooftop Sundeck

En-suite Bathroom

Mekong Pearl 5 Nights: Impressions of the Mekong (Downstream)

Destination: Luang Prabang, Kuang Si Falls, Xayaburi Dam, Ban Don Saingam, Salakham, Vientiane

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary

Visit Kuang Si Falls - the most beautiful masterpiece of nature in Laos
Explore the beautiful town of Luang Prabang with alms-giving ceremony
Discover the breathtaking rock formations and green wild forests in Laos
Capture the unique beauty of nature and people's lives around Mekong River
Enjoy delicious local cuisine such as Laab, Khao Soi, Beerlaos,... right on board
Visit the capital, Vientiane, with striking historical relics

Day 1 LUANG PRABANG EMBARKATION (D)

Welcome to Mekong Pearl Cruise from Laos River Cruise!

This afternoon, travel to the embarkation point on your own. Check in your cabin and have some rest if you wish.

You can make further discoveries about the town of Luang Prabang on your own this afternoon before dinner time when you join in with other passengers in the restaurant to feast on the Asia / European cuisine prepared by experienced staff.

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 LUANG PRABANG - KUANG SI FALLS - XAYABOURI DAM (B, L, D)

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

Today's excursion is for all nature lovers with a journey to the sapphire waterfall of Kuang Si. Start with a short tuk-tuk ride to the entrance. Start a short hike up to reach the fall and by the trail, you can find all kinds of plants and insects. Later, I went back on board for lunch.

Afternoon’s highlight is one of Laos’ biggest dam that provides electricity all around the country – Xayabouri Dam.

The ship docks in a sandbank tonight.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 BAN DON SAINGAM (B, L, D)

After breakfast, we start the day at Ban Dom Saingam. Leaving the ship and by foot, we will hike to the secluded cave which is reserved only for the passengers on board. On the way, get yourself lost in the tranquil atmosphere with some callings from cattle and the herders as they navigate them toward the feeding ground.

Enjoy a BBQ dinner on a spot by the river. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 CRUSING - SALAKHAM (B, L, D)

Continue north toward the town of Luang Prabang. Admire the spectacular rock formations and the green wild forest covering the grounds. Have a chance to see and participate in the life at the village of Salakham. Return back on board then we resume the journey down south along with the age old current of Mekong River. Overnight on board.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 WILD NATURE ALONG THE MIGHTY MEKONG (B, L, D)

As the ship makes its way on the river, there are many opportunities to admire the unique sights of the surroundings and the people living by the shore. The further the sail the more incredible the scenery is. Take in the true green jungle on the towering landscape as you escape from the concrete ones. Overnight on board.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 VIENTIANE DISEMBARKATION (B)

The afternoon today, we make the way to the bank of Luang Prabang. Check-out of the cruise for your onward journey.

For longer experience on cruise, check this Mekong 10 nights tour option!

Meals: Breakfast

What's Included/Excluded

5 overnights aboard your boutique river vessel Mekong Pearl.
All meals and tour program as per above itinerary.
Coffee, tea and water during meal times on board.
All excursions and necessary entry fees.
Presentations and lectures by your cruise director.
Transfers from/to Vientiane / Luang Prabang airport or your hotel in town.

Flights.
Meals and services other than those noted in the itinerary.
Visas for Laos.
Laundry, telephone calls, and personal expenditures.
Gratuities for guides, drivers, porters, boat crew, and personal, non-itinerary services.
Alcoholic and soft drinks other than mentioned.
Personal Insurance.

Mekong Pearl Cruise in Laos - Deck Plan

MEKONG PEARL CRUISE POLICY

General conditions

For group bookings, passengers must provide us a rooming list 2 weeks before the begin date.
Rates are subject to change without prior notice. The total cost is calculated based on the fuel’s price and other factors like exchange rates, etc. In case of these price exceeds over 10% of the original cost, we retain the right to impose a supplement to the rate that we agreed upon confirmation.
We reserve the right to cancel a departure 30 days prior to the embarkation date if the amount of confirmed passengers is insufficient for operation. In such case, we will suggest an alternative option for cruising or land package. If none of the option suits with your schedule, then we can give you the refund.
Mekong River Cruises reserves the right to cancel a cruise departure until at latest 4 weeks before embarkation if less reservation than the applicable minimum number of passengers are made. In such a case all payments are refunded by Mekong River Cruises.

Individual and small group bookings payment conditions

To make a booking, a 30% deposit is required. The remaining payment must be paid 60 days prior to the beginning date of the cruise.
We reserve the right to charge interest of 5 % per month on overdue bills.
We are not responsible for extra charges like bank fees for international transactions or 3-4% of processing fee for payments by credit cards.

Individual and small group bookings cancellation policies

Cancellation before 130 days prior to the start of the cruise: 30 % of the total rate
Between 70 and 129 days prior to the start of the cruise: 50 % of the total rate
Between 40 and 69 days prior to the start of the cruise: 75 % of the total rate
Less than 39 days prior to the start of the cruise: 100 % of the total rate