Overview
Embarking on a 2-day, 1-night downstream cruise to Luang Prabang is a captivating journey along the Mekong River, offering a unique perspective of Laos' stunning landscapes and cultural heritage.
As you set sail from Houay Xay, near the border with Thailand, you'll be greeted by the gentle flow of the river and the picturesque scenery that unfolds before you. The cruise takes you downstream, allowing you to relax and soak in the beauty of the surrounding nature.
Tour Highlight
Add Luang Prabang into your Indochina or Southeast Asia tour! Take a 2 day cruise from Houay Xay after crossing the shared Thai-Lao Friendship border to Luang Prabang. We will disembark at Pak Beng for a night and continue to our destination on the next morning. Before you reach your destination, you would have visited 2 attractions of Laos: Pak Ou Caves & Lao Lao whisky village.
Tour Inclusion
PROGRAMS INCLUDED:
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Welcome at Lao immigration in Houay Xay + assistance to apply for a Visa to Laos
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Overnight in Pakbeng (Mekong Riverside) - Price for single room occupancy with breakfast included
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Transfer on a sharing minivan from the Lao immigration office to the slow boat Pier in Houay Xay
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Crew service during the cruise
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Baggage handling during all the cruise
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Admission fees for visiting sites serviced by our English-speaking guide
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Lunch on board as mentioned in the program, drinking bottled water, coffee & tea
PROGRAMS EXCLUDED:
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Visa/immigration and/or overstay fees in Laos or in Thailand
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Meals in PakBeng
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Personal Insurance
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Beverages, personal expenses, and tips
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Other expenses not mentioned above
Recommended Attire
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Comfortable clothes and shoes
Thing You Should Bring
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All your belongings
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Toiletries
Thing You Should Know
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For downstream, our boats leave Houay Xay pier at the latest for 10:00am. So please be in front of the Lao immigration office in Houay Xay at 07:30am. One of our team will wait with a sign of guest names
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If the guests stay already in Houay Xay, pick-up will be arranged directly at their hotel between 09:00am and 09:30am
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From November to February, it can get cold during the cruise, do not forget to bring a jacket
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It is possible to leave luggage and suitcase on the boat and take only a small daypack for your overnight in Pakbeng
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For safety reasons and according to weather conditions, the program may change without prior notice
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For some reason, the boat may arrive later than usual. The company will not provide any kind of compensation
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In case of Force majeure, the company will not be responsible for providing services excluded from our terms
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The insurance company shall be liable to insure for the total limit of 1000 USD/passenger maximum for joining the cruise. Coverage excludes loss of cash, precious metal and stones, valuables or objects of a rare precious nature, and belongings to persons
Term and Condition
Cancellation Policy:
- Between 30 and 15 days before departure, 50% refund
- Less than 15 days prior to departure: NO Refund
Refund Policy:
- Kindly be advised that only tour/activity fees are refundable; Bank fees cannot be refunded under any circumstances.
Child Policy:
- Free of charge for children under 6 years old
- Between 6 and 12 years old: we charge 50% of the normal rate
- Over 13 years old: full rate is applied
Note
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A private boat can be arranged upon your request.
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If you have questions or encounter problems with the tour, please contact WhatsApp/Tel: +856 20 59 533 720
