LUANG SAY CRUISE (Down Stream)

Highlights: Houei Xay – Pakbeng – Luang Prabang
Trip duration: 2 days
Level: Deluxe
Trip Description

The LuangSay Cruise operates on board two specially designed boats: Pak Ou 2, 22.40 meters long, and Pak Ou 3, 35 meters long. Both boats were constructed using exotic wood and are nicely decorated with local handicraft. They offer similar facilities: one deck with 40 to 45 comfortable seats, bar corner with cool box, luggage compartment and toilets and one sundeck. Both boats are equipped with life jackets. The LuangSay Cruise includes one night accommodation at LuangSay Lodge. The Lodge is built along the Mekong River, 1 km upstream from Pakbeng village. The Lodge consists of Lao traditional wooden pavilions on stilts, a terrace bar and a restaurant. The 19 rooms, all equipped with fan and private bathroom with hot shower, have a private balcony overlooking the river

Brief Itinerary:
Day 1: Houei Xay - Pakbeng – Pick up at Houei Xay Immigration
Day 2: Pakbeng – Luang Prabang

Trip price in American US dollars per person:

Low season:		1 May to 30 Sept 2008
Group size	2 – 8 pax	9 – 14pax	Single cabin supplement
Price/person	$302	$284	$76

Validity to 31 December 2008

High season:		1Oct to 30 April 2009
Group size	2 – 8 pax	9 – 14pax	Single cabin supplement
Price/person	$429	$398	$83

Validity to 31 December 2008

Tour Package Included:
Transfer between Lao immigration and boat pier in Houei Xay
Professional English or French speaking guide.
Private transfers serving throughout the tours with 2 days cruise
Accommodation based on twin sharing
Meals as indicated in program as: 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner
All entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated in the program
Boat trip sharing along Mekong River

Tour Package Excludes:
Visa stamping fee
Travel assurance
Tips and gratuities
Personal expenses and other services which are not mentioned in the program.
International air tickets and airport departure taxes
Meals and drinks not mentioned in the program
Note:
Visa: Customers will need two passport size photographs and US$30 at Wattay Airport, Vientiane; Friendship Bridge, Vientiane; and Luang Prabang Airport.
Foreign tourists are generally admitted to Laos for 15 days with a visa on arrival or for 30 days with a visa issued at a Lao embassy.
A Laos TOURIST visa is usually issued for a SINGLE entry within three months from the date of issue for a period of stay not to exceed 30 days. The visa may be extended in Laos for a further 15 days.
Passport must have at least six months validity remaining, and one blank visa page in order for the visa to be issued. TDS can assist with expediting U.S. Passports whether new issue, renewal, and adding visa pages.

Detail itinerary
Day 1: Houei Xay - Pakbeng
Meet upon arrival at Houei Xay immigration checkpoint and transfer to the boat pier. The LuangSay boat leaves Houei Xay pier at 09.00 AM for a cruise down the Mekong River to Pakbeng. En route, one stop is made to observe rural life along the Mekong and discover minorities. Buffet lunch on board. Arrival in Pakbeng before sunset and check-in at the lodge. This rustic town-village sits on a steep hillside and offers spectacular views over the Mekong River. Dinner and accommodation at the lodge.
Today Lunch and Dinner included

Day 2: Pakbeng – Luang Prabang
Breakfast at the lodge. (Optional: walk to Pakbeng market, where people from the surrounding village of minorities exchange their goods). Board the Pak Ou boat at 08.30 AM for the second leg of the cruise towards Luang Prabang, with a short stop to discover a Hmong village. Buffet lunch on board.Continue to Pak Ou village at the mouth of the Nam Ou River, and visit Tam Ting, "Caves of a thousand Buddha's). Another brief stop is made at a local village, to observe the traditional process of obtaining local rice alcohol. Arrival in Luang Prabang before sunset. Tour ends
Today Breakfast, Lunch included