Mekong Pearl Cruise Mekong River

Morning and Afternoon

• You will be brought to the once-infamous Golden Triangle region after being picked up around noon from the Chiang Rai Airport or from your hotel inside the city of Chiang Rai.
• The new Hall of Opium and the Golden Buddha of Sop Ruak are going to stop on today's sightseeing excursion that you're going to take. This intriguing museum, which is supported by the royal family of Thailand, gives visitors an in-depth look at the history and politics of the opium trade, as well as the influence that opium usage has on a person's health.
• After that, you will have the opportunity to board your private river vessel. Under combined German-Laotian ownership, the Mekong Sun is a unique boutique yacht. Unpack your belongings and make yourself at home in your cozy cabin as you embark on an 11-day trip.

Night

• Make use of the ship's ample deck space, relax in the onboard lounge, and attend a welcome celebration held during dinner. Your boutique river cruise ship will be your home for all overnights.

• Your incredible journey along the enormous Mekong River begins in earnest this morning when you set sail from the Golden Triangle region, which is located at the intersection of Myanmar (Burma), Laos, and Thailand.
• Your destination for the day is the adjacent town of Huay Xay in Laos, which is located on the border between Laos and Thailand. This is the point at which you will formally enter the People's Democratic Republic of Laos.
• Following that, your journey will take you through northern Laos, where you will be surrounded by breathtaking countryside, and then on to the little village of Pak Tha. You can visit a small village inhabited by members of the Khmu ethnic minority by embarking on an excursion on the Namtha River in a long-tail boat.
• Proceed downstream on your cruise ship until you reach an area with sand or a river bank to anchor.

• As you go through a densely populated area that can only be reached by water, the amount of river traffic that you encounter will rise.
• You will find some of the most spectacular vistas that this river has to offer in this section, including hills covered with tropical vegetation, impressive rock formations, and a fascinating contrast of swift currents and more calm stretches of river.
• Your voyage down the huge Mekong will feel more like an actual expedition because to the river's powerful currents. Take in the seclusion of these breathtaking vistas while you unwind on the deck, in your bedroom, or in the lounge area of the ship.
• After traveling for a little period of time, you will reach Oudomxai Province.

• Following a leisurely morning spent onboard, we stop at a quaint riverside community to explore the world-famous Pak Ou Caves. These caves are home to hundreds of miniature Buddha images that are carved into the rock.
• Have the opportunity to embark on a short walk through the rainforest to a nearby village to check out their distillery there, which is located in the middle of the forest. You can also reach the village in a relaxed manner by boat if that is your preferred mode of transportation.
• Observing elephants at work in the surrounding area is possible, provided they are not occupied elsewhere during your visit. Dinner will be served on board while you take in the breathtaking scenery of the surrounding limestone mountains.

Morning and Afternoon

• You will arrive at Luang Prabang today, the city that served as the royal capital of Laos for many years and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  Start your day by strolling around the city to the well-known Wat Xieng Thong temple. The temple's Golden tiled roofs are likely to leave you in amazement.
• During this full-day journey in Luang Prabang, you can explore more points of interest.
• Enjoy an evening stroll along the Mekong promenade, a walk up Phou Si hill, which offers a wonderful view over the Mekong as well as the Khan River and the surrounding mountains, a visit to the colorful night market of the indigenous Hmong community, or any combination of these activities.

Evening

• This evening, you can dine at one of the many restaurants in town or along the Mekong River, both of which are known for serving high-quality cuisine due to Luang Prabang's abundance of such choices.

Morning and Afternoon

• In the early hours of the morning, you have the opportunity to see the customary distribution of alms in the streets of Luang Prabang as well as investigate the customary morning market.
• After you have finished your breakfast onboard, we will take you on a guided tour of the city that will include a visit to a local handicraft village and the former royal palace that is now the National Museum.
• After spending the morning discovering the city centre, the afternoon is yours to do with as you want.

Night

• You have your pick of dozens of different local restaurants and dining establishments. This evening's festivities will begin with a traditional Lao Baci friendship ritual, followed by a performance of local dancing before dinner is served onboard.

Morning and Afternoon

• As you travel farther downstream, after breakfast on board, take in the stunning scenery and keep an eye out for local fishermen working the beach.
• After a few hours of sailing down the river, you will make a halt and then continue by native TukTuk-Trucks to visit the well-known Kuang Si waterfalls, which are among the most stunning waterfalls in all of Laos.
• In the afternoon, you shouldn't miss your chance to walk along the log of the Xayabouri dam, the largest hydropower facility in Laos.

Evening

• This evening, we have our world-famous Mekong River Cruises barbecue meal in a breathtaking setting beside the river. Spend the night on board.

• Along the journey, you will stop at a cave that has been nearly completely forgotten, as well as walk along several easy trails into the surrounding forest.
• Take in the breathtaking scenery and keep an eye out for any local fishermen who could be working the shoreline.
• In addition, we provide talks on the history and culture of Laos, which you are welcome to attend if you'd like, or you can choose to relax on deck instead.
• Take pleasure in the luxurious yet unpretentious atmosphere of the onboard comfort and service.

Morning and Afternoon

• Some of the most breathtaking scenery along this wild river awaits you farther downriver. Hills covered in tropical flora, amazing rock formations along the riverbanks, and a fascinating variety of swift currents and calmer river portions make up an increasingly breathtaking environment as you travel downstream.
• You'll spend the day exploring the picturesque neighborhood of Salakham. The majesty of the Mekong River will make your journey feel like an actual adventure.

Night

• Before continuing further downstream and stopping for the night, take in the stunning scenery and witness nature's wonders along the riverbanks.

• Going further downstream, you'll follow the Mekong, or "mother of all waters," as the Thais and Laos call it. Vientiane, the capital of Laos, is where you'll be spending the day.
• While there, be sure to check out the Arc de Triomphe and the Pha That Luang Temple, a religious and cultural landmark in Indochina that visitors can't afford to miss because of its age and unique design.
• A goodbye dinner is served aboard the ship with the staff, cruise director, and captain on the final night of the cruise.

10:00: After breakfast, you will check out of your room and exit the vessel. During this time, you will say your goodbyes to the Laotian crew.

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