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Mekong Sun 5 Nights: Laos Revealed (Upstream)

Trip Length

6 Day

Cruises

Mekong Sun

Price starts (USD)

$2780/Pp

Classic Cabin

Classic Cabin

 10 Cabin(s)

 |   12m²

 |   Double/twin

The ten Classic cabins are on the main deck of the Mekong Sun. Each has an area of 12 square meters and faces the riverside with a wide window accompanied by a French balcony.

Cabin Amenities

  |       Max Rom:  

 Air Conditioning

 Mini Bar

 Toiletries

 Shower

 Bathrobes

 Bottled Water

 In Room Safe

 Hair Dryer

 Slippers

Economy Cabin

Economy Cabin

 1 Cabin(s)

 |   12m²

 |   Twin

There is only one Economy room on board on the main deck and it has the same facilities as the Classic but with the exception of locating near the stairway and the generator.

Cabin Amenities

  |       Max Rom:  

 Air Conditioning

 Mini Bar

 Toiletries

 Shower

 Bathrobes

 Bottled Water

 In Room Safe

 Hair Dryer

 Slippers

Superior Cabin

Superior Cabin

 3 Cabin(s)

 |   18m²

 |   Double/twin

The Superior staterooms has the space of 18 square meter. On the upper deck, there are two adjacent to each other and each has its own private little balcony. The last one is by the bow of the ship where you have the advantage panoramic view.

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

The luxury Mekong Sun Cruise will bring you wonderful exclusive experiences during your exploration of the Mekong River. 

Cruise tours with different interesting destinations for you to choose such as Chiang Rai - Vientiane, 5 nights from Luang Prabang - Vientiane, Northern Lao or Golden Triangle - Luang Prabang.

This night cruise on Laos river is inspired by traditional Lao houses, with the main material being wood creating a cozy and classic space. If you are traveling in a small group, Mekong Sun Cruise is a great choice with its intimate and close setting of 14 cabins.

In particular, the facilities on board are very modern and comfortable, with a spacious sun deck with panoramic views of the Mekong River, an outdoor restaurant to help you enjoy meals in fresh air and a spacious bar for entertainment activities.

Let Laos River Cruises accompany you on this wonderful journey! Drop us a message to schedule your cruise!

Highlights

Outdoor restaurant with breathtaking views of the Mekong River

The outdoor restaurant with wooden design and curtains with typical Lao ethnic motifs gives the feeling of being lost in the last century. Dishes with unique Lao characteristics such as Tam Mak Hoong, Laap, Khao soi, Sien Savanh... along with BBQ parties with mixed Asian and European dishes bring you unforgettable culinary experiences.

Outdoor restaurant with breathtaking views of the Mekong River

Luxurious design with traditional culture and modern amenities

The main wood color design both brings a warm feeling and creates a simple, modern vibe for the cruise. The curtain system and seat cushions all have traditional Lao brocade designs, making the cruise ship feel like a ship sailing down the river of history, taking visitors to discover ancient cultural beauties.

Luxurious design with traditional culture and modern amenities

Onboard activities featured Lao cultural identity

Mekong Sun Cruise is a great choice for those who love culture and excitement. During your journey, you will see Lao dance performed by many artists from different ethnic groups. Baci's friendship celebration is also a meaningful activity that helps strengthen friendships and expand relationships. Wouldn't it be nice to have another friend on this trip?

Onboard activities featured Lao cultural identity

Facilities

 Room Service

 Restaurants

 Coffee Shop

 Laundry Service

 Safety Deposit Boxes

 Bar

 Security [24-hour]

 Daily newspaper

 Fishing

 On-demand movies

 Cooking classes

 Library

 rowing

 Doctor on call

 Cycling

  Mekong Sun 5 Nights: Laos Revealed (Upstream)

 Destination: Luang Prabang, Pak Ou Caves, Pak Tha, Huay Xai

 Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary

  • Unforgettable voyage of the mighty Mekong River, the "mother of waters"
  • Golden Triangle region where Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos meet
  • The Pak Ou Caves on the Mekong – containing thousands of Buddha statues
  • The World Heritage town of Luang Prabang, one of the most beautiful ancient towns
  • First-hand experience of the Thai and Lao people's traditional lifestyles
  • Small groups limited to 29 fellow passengers
  • Professional onboard infotainment, including presentations about each region

Day 1 LUANG PRABANG – BOARDING CRUISE (L, D)

Welcome on board around 11.00 am. This is a unique vessel with cabins on the upper Mekong which is owned by German-Laotian.

Check-in your cabin and start a six-day cruise to discover the mighty Laos Mekong River Cruise.

After having lunch onboard, you explore the charming UNESCO Heritage Town of Luang Prabang in the afternoon.

Back on board, you are celebrating this evening with a local dancing performance and a traditional Lao Baci-friendship ceremony. Overnight on board.

 Meals: Lunch, Dinner

UNESCO Heritage Town of Luang Prabang
Lao Baci-friendship ceremony

Day 2 EXPLORE THE PAK OU CAVES (B, L, D)

Early morning will be spent on board. If you wish to, you can catch the stunning sunrise in the early hours as it rise above the mountains and river afar. We reach a charming town on the shore to interact with the locals as afterward make the trek through the mysterious jungle toward the destination of the day – Pak Ou Caves. There is also the alternative of taking the boat ride to the caves. Arrive at the cave, marvel at the sheer size of the case and the number of Buddha Image with different depictions. Nearby, you can see work elephants in action unless they are employed elsewhere at the time of your visit.

Then return back on board as the Mekong Sun cruise sails to Oudomxay Province.

 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Oudomxay Province
Buddha in Pak Ou Caves

Day 3 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. Hills are covered with tropical vegetation, awe-inspiring rock formations along the riverbanks, and a diverse array of rapid currants and slow rivulets. Take in the true green jungle on the towering landscape as you escape from the concrete ones. The power of the mighty Mekong gives your cruise the feeling of a real expedition. Overnight on board.

 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Mekong River
Sandbanks Mekong River

Day 4 RELAXING AND VILLAGE LIFE (B, L, D)

Today you relax on deck to enjoy astonishingly diverse landscapes and the tranquility of northern Laos-a real retreat from the hustle and bustle of daily life back home. As you cruise along the green hills, you start heading toward the small village of Pak Tha. You can join a long-tail boat excursion on the Namtha River, which takes you to a nearby Khmu village, whose school has been supported by donations from Mekong River Cruises guests for many years. In the evening, the dinner will be by the sandbank as the staffs prepare you the traditional BBQ feast. Overnight on board.

 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Khmu village
The small village of Pak Tha

Day 5 PAK THA - HUAY XAI (B, L, D)

Soak in the scenery and the purely natural landscape, which is only broken by the seldom sights of small villages and local herds of cattle. In the afternoon, you proceed to the Thailand–Laos border at Chiang Khong, Thailand, and Ban Huay Xai, Laos. In the evening, you enjoy your last dinner on the Mekong. Overnight on board.

 Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Chiang Khong district
Ban Huay Xai

Day 6 FAREWELL LAOS MEKONG RIVER CRUISE (B)

After breakfast, you say goodbye to your Laotian crew. You check out and disembark your boutique ship before transferring to the airport or your local hotel. Depending on season and water level the check-out will either be at Chiang Saen or Chiang Khong. If you are planing to take a Laos boat trip, don't hesitate to contact Laos River Cruises!

 Meals: Breakfast

Buddha at Chiang Saen
Chiang Saen temple

What's Included/Excluded

  • 5 nights aboard your boutique river vessel.
  • Meals according to itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
  • Coffee, tea, and water during meal times on board.
  • All excursions and necessary entry fees according to itinerary.
  • Presentations and lectures by your cruise director.
  • Transfers between airports and hotels within city limits.
  • Meals and services other than those noted in the itinerary.
  • Flights, Visas for Thailand and 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.
  • Video or photography fees (if requested during excursions).

Mekong Sun Cruise in Laos - Deck Plan

MEKONG SUN 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

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