Vat Phou Cruise
3 Days / 2 Nights • Leisurely Cruise Along – The Fascinating Mekong River in Southern Laos

Cruise the “Mother of Waters” to the wild paradise of the “4,000 islands” on the Vat Phou, your comfortable floating air conditioned teak hotel, with twelve cabins, each with twin beds and private hot and cold running water bathrooms. Shaded upper deck for lounging, restaurant on board serving the finest Laotian, Vietnamese and Thai cuisine. Beers, wines and spirits are also available on board.

Cruise Down River:
01 Nov to 30 Apr Departures every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday on a cruise down or cruise up
01 May’ to 31 Oct Departures every Saturday for cruise down

From Pakse to the “Niagara of the East”, the discovery of one of the wonders of the world, the treasures of Khmer
architecture.

Day 1: Pakse/Champassak/Vat Phou (L, D)
Early morning 10:30 a.m. departure from Pakse for Champassak, heading south aboard a local longtail riverboat, zigzagging through mild rapids and sand banks, arriving at Champassak in time for a riverside lunch, followed by a guided tour of the mysterious pre-Angkorian 10th century temple of Vat Phou, the boat’s namesake. As dusk falls board the Vat Phou for a relaxing cruise down-river, enjoying the tropical sunset on the deck, dinner is served on board, while the boat docks for the night alongside a remote Laotian village.

Day 2: Huei Thamo / Oum Moung Temple / Khong Island (B, L, D)
Breakfast on board as we set sail for the village of Huei Thamo, only a few minutes walk away from the spectacular hidden forest temple of Oum Moung. Afterwards rejoin the boat for a cruise southwards and lunch on the deck, while we continue our leisurely sail further south to the wild paradise of the “4,000 islands”, arrived in the afternoon closed to Khong Island (the birthplace of the President of the Peoples republic of Laos) at Ban Dua Tae, and visit this traditional Laotian Village where the traditional way of life has not changed in centuries. Back on board for quiet dinner, under the stars, serenaded by the songs by the songs of the buffalo toads.

Day 3: Ban Veuthong/ the “Niagara of the East/ Xieng Di/ Pakse (B, L)
Breakfast on the deck, while cruising to the small village of Ban Veuthong where we will board a small long-tail boat to Khone Island. After visit, take a long tail boat back to the main land for lunch amid the by-gone splendid of another age; colorful French colonial houses and an old customs post, alongside a stone quay. Take a minivan to amazingly scenic splendor of the Khong Pha Peng waterfall, “the Niagara of the East“, close to the Cambodian border. Back to “civilization, for the two hours ride to Pakse, arriving in the afternoon, about 3:50 p.m.

Cruise Up River (the same tour but in reverse):
01 Nov’07 to 30 Apr’08 Departures every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday on a cruise down or cruise up
01 May’08 to 31 Oct’08 Departures every Tuesday for cruise up

From Pakse to the “Niagara of the East” the discovery of one of the wonders of the world, the treasures of Khmer
architecture.

Day 1: Pakse/ Xieng Di / Khone Island (L, D)
On arrival at Pakse, drive to the spectacular roaring falls of Khone Pha Pheng, the “Niagara of the East” and the fishing village of Xieng Di for lunch at local restaurant and where you will board a long tail boat for a visit to Khone Island. After visit, take long tail boat to the Khong Island village of Ban Veuthong, where you will board the waiting Vat Phou for a sunset cruise and dinner, docked riverside for the night.

Day 2: Khong Island / Oum Moung Temple / Huei Thamo (B, L, D)
Breakfast on board Vat Phou as we set sail to Ban Dua Tae, and visit this traditional Laotian Village after the visit we sail North, past the island of Don Xai, and into a myriad of islands of all shapes and sizes, the wild paradise of ‘4,000 islands.’ Enjoy the lunch during cruising North to the island of Don Daeng, to visit the village of Huei Thamo and the mysterious Oum Moung forest temple, just a few minutes walk way. Dinner “Under the stars”, aboard Vat Phou.

Day 3: Ban Wat Luang Kao / Vat Phou / Champassak / Pakse (B, L)
While enjoying breakfast on board, the Vat Phou continues its cruise to Ban Wat Luang Kao, where you will join a guided tour by bus to the tenth century pre-Angkorian temple of Vat Phou, after which you will return by bus to Champassak in time for lunch, and the final cruise to Pakse, with arrival in the afternoon.

TOUR COST – Prices in Thai Baht/US$ on application
All tours are subject to a ‘one off’ Acceptance Payment/Deposit of £150.00.

PRICES INCLUDE:
• 3 days cruise with stops and visits as mentioned in the program with English-speaking escort.
• 2 nights accommodation on board.
• Meal plan as mentioned in the tour program.
• Coffee, tea & drinking water on board and during meals.
• Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program.
• Services of qualified crews during the cruise.
• Group insurance
PRICES EXCLUDE:
• Visa approval and fees for Laos
• Transfer from hotel / airport to pier in Pakxe or v.v.
• Other drinks and meals not mentioned in package.
• Other personal expenses
REMARKS:
• Minimum 2 persons traveling together for join tour.
• For safety reasons and according to weather conditions, the program may be amended without prior notice.
• Child age 2-12 years old discount 50% when sharing cabin with parents. Infant (less than 2 years old) = free of charge.
• The tour prices are inclusive of VAT. Should VAT. Or taxes change, we reserve the rights to revise our rate
accordingly.

NOTE: From 01 – 30 June, there is no operation for annual boat maintenance. The exactly date will be advise later.
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LuangSay and Kamu Lodges
3 Days / 2 Nights • Cruise On the Mekong River

PROGRAM DOWN:
• From 01 Nov  to 30 Apr  and 1-31 Oct , departs every Monday, Thursday and Friday.
• From 01 Nov  to 30 Apr  and 1-31 Oct , departs as well on Sunday with Pakou 1.
• From 01 May  - 30 Sep  departs every Monday and Friday

Day 1: HOUEI SAY – PAKBENG
The LuangSay boat departs from Houeisay pier at 09h00 for a cruise down the Mekong River to Pak Beng. One stop is made to
visit and admire the authentic rural life of hill tribe settlements. A delicious Buffet lunch is served on board. The boat will arrive at
LuangSay Lodge before sunset for overnight stop. Dinner is served at terrace overlooking the Mekong River.

Day 2: PAKBENG – KAMU LODGE
Breakfast served at terrace around 07h30. In the morning visit the morning market (Optional) of Pak Beng where the nearby
villagers and hill tribes buy and exchange their goods. Luangsay Boat departs at 08h30 a.m. for her second part of trip; boat
makes another stop at Ban Baw to observe the processing traditional rice alcohol. Lunch is again served on board; then the boat
cruise to Kamu Village. The boat will arrived at 14h00 in Kamu Lodge for the check in. In the afternoon you may choose to
participate in the different activities. You will be rewarded with a very original Lao experience.
• Rice planting and harvesting in surrounding rice fields

• Gold panning (January to June) in the Mekong. Anything you find is yours!
• Jungle walks to search for medicinal plants
• Trekking through the forest to waterfalls (two hour hike and boat ride)
• Traditional fishing techniques. You can sample your catch for dinner!
• Local village visit
• Archery contest
Dinner and overnight at the Lodge

Day 3: KAMU LODGE – LUANG PRABANG
Breakfast at lodge, after some time to relax and a visit to the village of Kamu, cruise down to Luang Prabang (UNESCO world
heritage city) by Kamu boat to Pak Ou village at the mouth of Nam Ou River, boat stops for a trip to visit Tam Ting ‘Caves of
thousand Buddha’s’ then arrive Luang Prabang before Lunch.
Lunch at Luang Prabang

PROGRAM UP:
• From 01 Nov  to 30 Apr  and 1-31 Oct , departs every Friday, Monday and Tuesday.
• From 01 May  - 30 Sep , departs every Friday and Tuesday.

Day 1: LUANG PRABANG – KAMU LODGE
The Kamu boat departs from Luang Prabang pier at 09h00 for a cruise up the Mekong River to Kamu Village. On the way to Pak Ou Village, at the mouth of the Nam Ou River a visit is organized to Tam Ting “Caves of a thousand Buddha’s”. Then boat to Kamu Village, arrival at Kamu lodge and check-in. Lunch at the Lodge’s Sala. In the afternoon you may choose to participate in the different activities. You will be rewarded with a very original Lao experience.

• Rice planting and harvesting in surrounding rice fields
• Gold panning (January to June) in the Mekong. Anything you find is yours!
• Jungle walks to search for medicinal plants
• Trekking through the forest to waterfalls (two hour hike and boat ride)
• Traditional fishing techniques. You can sample your catch for dinner!
• Local village visit
• Archery contest
Dinner and overnight at Kamu lodge

Day 2: KAMU LODGE- PAKBENG
Breakfast at lodge, after some time to relax and a visit to the village of Kamu, the Luangsay cruise pick-up you at 11h00. A delicious Buffet lunch is served on board and a brief stop is made at Ban Baw to observe the processing traditional rice alcohol. The boat will arrived at LuangSay Lodge before sunset for overnight stop. Dinner is served at terrace overlooking the Mekong River.

Day 3: PAKBENG - HOUEISAY
Breakfast served at terrace around 6h30 a.m. In the morning visit the morning market (Optional) of Pak Beng where the nearby villagers and hill tribes buy and exchange their goods. Boat departs at 07:30 a.m. for her second part of trip. One stop is made to visit and admire the authentic rural life of hill tribe settlements. Lunch is again served on board. Reaching Houeisay before 17h00 (you may proceed to Chiang Rai in the same day.)

TOUR COST – Prices in Thai Baht/US$ on application
All tours/bookings are subject to a ‘one off’ Acceptance Payment/Deposit of £200.00 -

PRICES INCLUDED:
• Transfer from Laos immigration to pier in HoueiSay or v.v.
• 3 days cruise with stops and visits as mentioned in the program with English-speaking escort (by LuangSay and Kamu boats).
• 2 nights accommodation at LuangSay Lodge & Kamu Lodge
• Meal plan as mentioned in the tour program. ( 3 lunches – 2 dinners – 2 breakfasts )
• Coffee, tea & drinking water on board and during meals.
• Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program.
• Services of qualified crews during the cruise.
• Group insurance

PRICES EXCLUDE:
• Transfer from/to hotel to pier in Luang Prabang
• Shuttle boats to Chiang Khong / Houeisay or Houeisay / Chiang Khong
• Immigration fees in Houeisay
• Soft and Alcohol Drinks during the trip.
• Visa approval and fees for Laos
• Services in Luang Prabang
• Personal insurance
REMARKs:
• The above tour prices do not apply to the French Market, excepted E – Commerce.
• Minimum 2 persons traveling together for join tour.
• For safety reasons and according to weather conditions, the program may be amended without prior notice.
• Child age 2-12 years old discount 50% when sharing room with parents. Infants (under 2 years old) are free of charge.
• Group concession: 1 FOC half twin for 15 paying persons
• The tour prices are inclusive of VAT. Should VAT. or taxes change, we reserve the rights to revise our
rate accordingly.

NOTE: From 01 June to 30 June there is no operation.

Tour Price (Min 2 Adults)
APPLICABLE FOR ALL TOURS:

Payment.

1. On acceptance - £200 per person, Acceptance Payment/Deposit (non refundable) by cheque payable to “S W & M Miller”.
 
Your Contract for all tour arrangements is directly with our Associate Company in Thailand to whom payment for the tour is made.

2. You pay eight weeks prior to arrival in xxxxxx, or on Acceptance - 50% of the total in US $, by Credit Card or International Bank Transfer.  
3. On arrival in xxxxxx– the balance of 50% is payable, in US $, by Credit Card or Cash.

Please Note:  A credit card charge may apply in certain countries.

Cancellation Charges

35 days prior to arrival a cancellation fee of US$200 per person will be applicable.
30 days notice of cancellation a fee of 25% of the total amount will be applicable.
25 days notice of cancellation a fee of 50% of the total amount will be applicable
Less than 25 days notice incurs the full amount.
Acceptance Payment non refundable

Included in the Cost

• Accommodation on a twin sharing basis in the hotels mentioned above or equivalent – subject to availability.
• Any single room subject to supplement shown.
• Room and breakfast basis – or meals as indicated in the itinerary (B), (L) and (D)
• Full board at Wildlife Park if applicable.
• All transfers, sightseeing and excursions by air-conditioned vehicle where appropriate.
• Transfers by boat where appropriate
• Services of an English speaking local guide (or a naturalist in National Parks)
• Entrance fees at monuments and parks where applicable
• Train journeys where applicable
• Domestic economy airfares, indicated in the itinerary, are subject to change.
• Basic porterage at airports, rail stations and hotels (not tips).
• All currently applicable taxes.
• Where US$ are quoted the UK pounds price shown is for comparison only and is subject to change.

Excluded from the Cost

• Expenses of a personal nature such as table drinks, laundry, telephone calls, Internet charges, mineral water, tips, shopping etc.
• Any other meals or services not mentioned in the itinerary or ‘includes’ list.
• Any international airfares to India and Asia
• Any airport taxes where applicable in each country
• Any subsequent increase in airfares, fuel costs, monuments/sightseeing fees.
• Any other taxes subsequently introduced by Government, State or Tourist Ministry.
• Travel Insurance
• Visa Fees, if applicable, in any country
• Any Christmas, New Year and Gala Dinners

General note:

• All elements included in this quotation are subject to availability until the booking is made.  The hotels/ services as quoted may change when giving you the final confirmation, based on current availability.

HOW TO APPLY FOR LAOS VISA:
Lao visa issued overseas

• It’s possible to get a visa before departure.  Passengers have to pay the visa fees directly to the Lao Consulate abroad. (Please check with your Consulate/Embassy regarding the conditions.)

Lao visa on Arrival
It is possible to obtain a visa on arrival at following border points:

• Wattay International Airport in Vientiane
• Luang Prabang Airport
• The Friendship Bridge in Nong Khai
• Chiang Khong in Chiang Rai/ Houeisay Immigration in Northern Laos
• Piboon Mungsaharn / Chongmek in Southern Laos
• Mookdaharn / Suvannakhet
• Cost is at USD 30 per person and 3 photos per person are required.

Lao visa issued in Bangkok
You can get the Lao visa stamped in Bangkok without a letter of approval.  The Lao Embassy in Bangkok needs 2 full working days for visa arrangement.  The Cost is US$ 50 per person (subject to nationality).