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6 Day river cruise on the Mekong, through Northern Laos, between the Golden Triangle and Luang Prabang

Looking for a holiday with a change of scenery, relaxation, exclusivity and a wealth of cultural visits?

By Marie Le Saint expert of your cruises
Main features
Boat model: Traditional ship
Type: Yacht / Motoryacht > 24 m
Number of cabins: 15
Maximum capacity: 29 travelers
Crew members: 18

Cabin

Deluxe cabin . Upper deck
Deluxe cabin with twin beds, located on the upper deck with a private balcony
Superior cabin - Main deck
Superior cabin with twin beds, located on the main deck with sliding windows and a French balcony
Superior cabin - Upper deck
Superior cabin with twin beds, located on the upper deck with sliding windows and a French balcony
Classic double cabin - Main deck
Classic cabin with twin beds, located on the main deck with sliding windows and a French balcony
NB : The pictures, information, and visuals presented are not contractually binding. The itinerary and program indicated may be modified without notice for technical reasons (captain's decision).

Itinerary

Chiang Rai Golden Triangle
You are picked up from Chiang Rai Airport or at your hotel within city limits between 8 – 9 am... more+ and brought to the once-notorious Golden Triangle region. Your sightseeing tour today includes a visit to the Golden Buddha of Sop Ruak and the Hall of Opium. This fascinating museum, sponsored by the royal family of Thailand, provides an in-depth look at history and politics of the opium trade and health impact of opium use. Afterwards it is time to board your exceptional river vessel. Settle into your comfortable cabin and unpack for an 6 day cruise. In the evening enjoy the spacious decks, the onboard lounge, and attend a dinnertime welcome reception. 
Activities: Including: Visit to the Golden Buddha of Sop Ruak, Visit to the Opium Museum, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Golden Triangle Huay Xai Pak Tha
This morning your grand voyage on the mighty Mekong River really gets underway, with your departure... more+ from the Golden Triangle region, where Myanmar (Burma), Laos and Thailand meet. Today’s destination is the nearby Laotian town of Huay Xay on the Laotian-Thai border, where you will officially enter the People’s Democratic Republic of Laos. Your ship then takes you to the north of Laos, through breathtaking scenery, to the small village of Pak Tha. You'll take a long-tail boat trip down the Namtha River to visit a local village of the Khmu ethnic minority. You then continue downriver on your cruise boat and drop anchor on a sandbank or riverbank. 
Activities: Including: A long-tail boat excursion on the Namtha River, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Pak Tha Mekong
The river traffic increases as you pass through a densely populated region accessible only by... more+ water. Here you will discover some of this still untamed river’s most beautiful landscapes: hills covered with tropical vegetation, dramatic rock formations, and a fascinating mixture of fast currents and more placid stretches of river. The power of the mighty Mekong lends your cruise the feeling of a real expedition. Relax on deck, in your cabin, or in the lounge as you absorb the remoteness of these spectacular surroundings. On the way you will visit a remote village. 
Activities: Including: Visit a local village, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Mekong Pak Ou
After a relaxing morning onboard, we stop at a small riverside village for a visit of the famous... more+ Pak Ou Caves, with thousands of small Buddha statues inside the caverns. From here, you can optionally go on a short jungle trek through the forest to a local village to see their local distillery. Alternatively, you can reach the village comfortably by boat as well. Nearby you can see elephants in action (unless they are employed elsewhere at the time of your visit). This evening we enjoy our famous BBQ dinner in a beautiful riverside location. 
Activities: Including: Visit of the famous Pak Ou caves, Short trek through the forest to a local village, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Pak Ou Luang Prabang
Today you reach Luang Prabang, the former royal capital of Laos, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.... more+ Begin with a city walk to the famous Wat Xieng Thong temple with its Golden tiled roofs will surely leave you in awe. Explore other highlights during this full day excursion through Luang Pra-bang. In the evening walk up Phou Si-hill, which offers a spectacular view over the Mekong as well as the Khan River and the surrounding mountains, enjoy strolling along the Mekong promenade or visiting the colorful night market of the local Hmong minority. As Luang Prabang offers many oppor-tunities for fine dining, tonight you are free to choose from the numerous offerings in town or along the Mekong River. 
Activities: Including: City walk and a visit of the Wat Xieng Thong temple, Day excursion to Luang Prabang, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Luang Prabang
In the early morning you can visit the traditional giving of alms in the streets of Luang Prabang... more+ and explore the traditional morning market. After breakfast you will say goodbye to your Laotian crew. Check-out and disembark. Your memorable river journey ends with your transfer to the airport or to your hotel (within city limits). 
Activities: Including: Visit of the traditional morning market, Observation of the alms-giving ceremony in Luang Prabang, more+
Breakfast
Lunch
Diner
Possibility to privatize the boat on request
The price includes
English speaking tour manager
Unlimited tea and coffee on board
Transfers
Water
Visits and entrance fees as per program
Presentations and lectures onboard by the cruise director
Activities included in the program
Meals included in the program
The price does not include
Flights
Personal expenses
Alcoholic beverages
Beverages other than those listed
Tips for crew, guides, drivers and porters
Personal Insurance
Video or photography fees
Laundry
telephone calls
Visas for Thailand and Laos
Meals not included in the program
Optional services
Flights not included in the programme are available on request

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CUSTOMIZED QUOTE

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17 December 2025 - 6 d
  • 17 December 2025
    From £3,992 / 6 d
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Classic double cabin - Main deck
  • Classic double cabin - Main deck
  • Superior cabin - Upper deck
  • Deluxe cabin . Upper deck
  • Privatization
Travelers: 2
Price for 2 pers. :
£4,832
Privatize the boat on request
Marie
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Marie
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