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The Laos Mekong – Southeast Asia River Cruise

The Laos Mekong – Southeast Asia River Cruise

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Description

Enjoy the splendour of Laos on Pandaw’s 10 night expedition on the Upper Mekong. Sailing between Chiang Khong on the Thai-Laos border, and through Laos toward Vientiane, the old French capital, you will witness stunning scenery, meet amazingly warm and friendly locals and learn about Laos’ national animal, the majestic elephant. We stop for three nights at the UNESCO World Heritage City of Luang Prabang with its dazzling wood-carved monasteries before heading deep into the mountains, through rapids and gorges on our high-powered little Pandaw vessels.
Please note: During the months February to April there may be an increased risk of smog across Laos and northern Thailand. This is due to the annual crop burnings and whilst usually mild, can sometimes be quite severe. We would advise that any passengers with respiratory issues consult with their doctor before booking for this period. Most departures and travellers will be unaffected, however.

Trip Name
The Laos Mekong - Southeast Asia River Cruise
Days
11
Overview
Vessel Type: Luxury River Cruising Length: 44.5 m Passenger Capacity: 28 passengers Built: 2016 The Champa Pandaw, sister ship to the Laos Pandaw, began sailing the Upper Mekong in 2016 and offers an intimate cruising experience with just 14 staterooms accommodating 28 guests. Built with classic teak and brass finishes, the ship combines traditional charm with modern comforts. Staterooms feature panoramic French sliding doors, premium mattresses, imported linens, Nespresso machines, minibars with complimentary drinks, and thoughtful extras such as yoga mats, kimonos, and slippers. Guests can enjoy nightly turndown service, spa-branded amenities, and a selection of teas and tisanes, ensuring comfort both on and off the water. Life on board is designed for relaxation and enrichment, with open-air lounges, a bistro-style dining area, and a hospitality bar available at all times. Dining highlights include freshly baked breads, theme dinners, and a daily lean and light menu, all prepared by an experienced culinary team led by a local master chef. Cultural performances, cooking classes, and guided excursions enhance the journey, with attentive touches such as cold towels, bottled water, and shoe cleaning after shore trips. With its blend of elegant design, personalised service, and immersive experiences, the Champa Pandaw offers a refined yet adventurous way to explore the Mekong.

Itinerary



Day 1 - DAY 1 VIENTIANE
Pick up from your hotel in Vientiane at 08.00am, followed by a local long-tail boat expedition to your Pandaw vessel upstream. Lunch and drinks will be provided on the local boat by your Pandaw chef and bar staff. Embark your Pandaw in the afternoon for a welcome briefing and welcome drinks. We moor overnight at Pak Lay.
Day 2 - DAY 2 CRUISING THE MEKONG
Cruise upstream on the Mekong, passing lush jungle scenery and tiny riverside villages. Morning presentation on the Lao language after a short walk at Pha Laeb village. If time permits, we will also enjoy an afternoon walk at Ban Khok Fark.
Day 3 - DAY 3 XAYABOURI DAM
Morning walk at Ban Pak Bor Khummu village before passing through Xayabouri Hydroelectric Dam, taking an inside look of the workings of this somewhat controversial attraction as we navigate the locks. Afternoon visit to Ban Na San village, a Hmong minority village.
Day 4 - DAY 4 KUANG SI WATERFALLS
In the morning we moor at the village of Ban Mouang Khai and visit the dramatic Kaung Si waterfall. On the way back to the ship, we stop at the Laos Buffalo Farm, a social enterprise utilizing the abundant buffalo in Laos. Arrive in the heart of the temple city of Luang Prabang mid-afternoon where there is a buzzing night market and many great cafes and local restaurants. Traditional Laos Bacci ceremony and dancing on the upper deck during happy hour. Moor overnight in central Luang Prabang.
Day 5 - DAY 5 LUANG PRABANG CRAFTS & CULTURE
Today we explore the various handicrafts of Laos in more detail. We start with Ock Pop Tok, a social enterprise providing sustainable employment and training for the women of local weaving villages. We then head to TAEC (Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre) to understand more about Laos musical instruments. After lunch aboard the ship, we sail toward Ban Chan and take part in a pottery demonstration at the local pottery workshop. We finish the day with a sunset cruise on the Mekong alongside Luang Prabang, returning to moor overnight in the centre of town.
Day 6 - DAY 6 LUANG PRABANG
Early morning walking tour to observe the alms offerings to the hundreds of monks who walk around the city every morning. We continue after breakfast to the morning market before taking tuktuks for a city tour of this well preserved and unique world heritage site with its many Buddhist temples, libraries and royal palace. The afternoon is free to explore the beauty and unique atmosphere of Luang Prabang.
Day 7 - DAY 7 PAK OU CAVES
Morning at leisure in Luang Prabang before setting sail at midday upstream. Afternoon sightseeing by local boat exploring the unique Pak Ou Caves, a Buddhist sanctuary with spectacular limestone cliff faces. See the production of local Laos whisky at the Whisky village and shop for locally produced handicrafts.
Day 8 - DAY 8 BAN TON AND SANDBANK BBQ
Day of sailing upstream along the Mekong with morning walk through Ban Ton village. In the evening, we moor alongside a sandbank for a special riverside barbecue and cocktail party. Light paper lanterns with the crew and enjoy a dance in remote Laos.
Day 9 - DAY 9 PAK BENG ELEPHANT SANCTUARY
Laos is known as ‘The land of a million elephants’ and today we will visit a rescue sanctuary that is helping to preserve the elephants of Laos and provide sustainable alternative employment for Mahouts who once trained and rode these beautiful creatures. Afternoon walk at Ban Pak Sith Khummu village.
Day 10 - DAY 10 PAK SITH - CHIANG KHONG
Today we sail the final leg of our journey upstream toward Huayxay. Cross over into Thailand via the Thai-Laos Friendship Bridge before rejoining your ship in Chiang Khong. Enjoy a ship tour of your Pandaw vessel and fruit carving demonstration from your Pandaw Chef. Farewell cocktails and Thai traditional dance on board for your last evening.
Day 11 - DAY 11 CHIANG KHONG
Disembark by 8.30 in Chiang Khong and group transfer to hotel/airport. En route, explore the Golden Triangle including a visit to the opium museum. Continue to airports or city hotels in Chiang Rai (2 hours) and Chiang Mai (6 hours).
Day 12 - PLEASE NOTE:
The itinerary for this expedition is indicative only and subject to reconnaissance. As we travel to remote areas, changes to the itinerary will inevitably occur. A flexible approach is required if you book this cruise.

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
05-03-202615-03-2026AUD $8,926Main Deck Stateroom. From
05-03-202615-03-2026AUD $9,971Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-03-202615-03-2026AUD $9,971Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-03-202615-03-2026AUD $10,940Upper Deck Stateroom. From
05-03-202615-03-2026AUD $12,464Upper Deck Twin Single Use
05-03-202615-03-2026AUD $12,464Upper Deck Twin Single Use
08-03-202618-03-2026AUD $9,001Main Deck Twin Single Use
08-03-202618-03-2026AUD $9,001Main Deck Twin Sharing
08-03-202618-03-2026AUD $11,148Upper Deck Twin Single Use
08-03-202618-03-2026AUD $11,148Upper Deck Twin Sharing
01-10-202611-10-2026AUD $7,732Main Deck Twin Sharing
01-10-202611-10-2026AUD $9,279Main Deck Twin Single Use
01-10-202611-10-2026AUD $9,665Upper Deck Twin Sharing
01-10-202611-10-2026AUD $11,599Upper Deck Twin Single Use
09-10-202617-10-2026AUD $9,450Main Deck Twin Sharing
09-10-202617-10-2026AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Single Use
09-10-202617-10-2026AUD $11,813Upper Deck Twin Sharing
09-10-202617-10-2026AUD $14,176Upper Deck Twin Single Use
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
12-10-202622-10-2026AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
18-10-202626-10-2026AUD $10,309Main Deck Twin Sharing
18-10-202626-10-2026AUD $12,371Main Deck Twin Single Use
18-10-202626-10-2026AUD $12,887Upper Deck Twin Sharing
18-10-202626-10-2026AUD $15,465Upper Deck Twin Single Use
23-10-202602-11-2026AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Single Use
23-10-202602-11-2026AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
23-10-202602-11-2026AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Single Use
23-10-202602-11-2026AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Sharing
03-11-202613-11-2026AUD $9,450Main Deck Twin Sharing
03-11-202613-11-2026AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Single Use
03-11-202613-11-2026AUD $11,813Upper Deck Twin Sharing
03-11-202613-11-2026AUD $14,176Upper Deck Twin Single Use
14-11-202624-11-2026AUD $10,395Main Deck Twin Sharing
14-11-202624-11-2026AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
14-11-202624-11-2026AUD $12,474Main Deck Twin Single Use
14-11-202624-11-2026AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
25-11-202605-12-2026AUD $9,450Main Deck Twin Sharing
25-11-202605-12-2026AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Single Use
25-11-202605-12-2026AUD $11,813Upper Deck Twin Sharing
25-11-202605-12-2026AUD $14,176Upper Deck Twin Single Use
06-12-202616-12-2026AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
06-12-202616-12-2026AUD $10,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
06-12-202616-12-2026AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Sharing
06-12-202616-12-2026AUD $12,887Upper Deck Twin Single Use
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
17-12-202627-12-2026AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
23-12-202602-01-2028AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
23-12-202602-01-2028AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
23-12-202602-01-2028AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
23-12-202602-01-2028AUD $12,160Upper Deck Twin Single Use
28-12-202607-01-2027AUD $7,732Main Deck Twin Sharing
28-12-202607-01-2027AUD $9,279Main Deck Twin Single Use
28-12-202607-01-2027AUD $9,665Upper Deck Twin Sharing
28-12-202607-01-2027AUD $11,599Upper Deck Twin Single Use
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
08-01-202718-01-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
19-01-202729-01-2027AUD $9,450Main Deck Twin Sharing
19-01-202729-01-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
19-01-202729-01-2027AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Single Use
19-01-202729-01-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $9,261Main Deck Twin Sharing
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $11,114Main Deck Twin Single Use
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
30-01-202709-02-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
11-02-202721-02-2027AUD $9,450Main Deck Twin Sharing
11-02-202721-02-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
11-02-202721-02-2027AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Single Use
11-02-202721-02-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
21-02-202703-03-2027AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Sharing
21-02-202703-03-2027AUD $13,609Main Deck Twin Single Use
21-02-202703-03-2027AUD $14,176Upper Deck Twin Sharing
21-02-202703-03-2027AUD $17,011Upper Deck Twin Single Use
22-02-202704-03-2027AUD $8,505Main Deck Twin Sharing
22-02-202704-03-2027AUD $10,206Main Deck Twin Single Use
22-02-202704-03-2027AUD $11,577Upper Deck Twin Sharing
22-02-202704-03-2027AUD $13,893Upper Deck Twin Single Use
04-03-202714-03-2027AUD $11,813Upper Deck Twin Sharing
04-03-202714-03-2027AUD $14,176Upper Deck Twin Single Use
04-03-202714-03-2027AUD $9,450Main Deck Twin Sharing
04-03-202714-03-2027AUD $11,340Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-03-202715-03-2027AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
05-03-202715-03-2027AUD $10,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-03-202715-03-2027AUD $11,981Upper Deck Twin Sharing
05-03-202715-03-2027AUD $14,377Upper Deck Twin Single Use
09-03-202719-03-2027AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
09-03-202719-03-2027AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Single Use
09-03-202719-03-2027AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Single Use
09-03-202719-03-2027AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Sharing
15-03-202725-03-2027AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
15-03-202725-03-2027AUD $10,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
15-03-202725-03-2027AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Sharing
15-03-202725-03-2027AUD $12,887Upper Deck Twin Single Use
16-03-202726-03-2027AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
16-03-202726-03-2027AUD $10,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
20-03-202730-03-2027AUD $8,591Main Deck Twin Sharing
20-03-202730-03-2027AUD $10,310Main Deck Twin Single Use
20-03-202730-03-2027AUD $10,739Upper Deck Twin Sharing
20-03-202730-03-2027AUD $12,887Upper Deck Twin Single Use
27-03-202706-04-2027AUD $10,309Main Deck Twin Sharing
27-03-202706-04-2027AUD $12,371Main Deck Twin Single Use
27-03-202706-04-2027AUD $12,887Upper Deck Twin Sharing
27-03-202706-04-2027AUD $15,465Upper Deck Twin Single Use
01-10-202711-10-2027AUD $7,365Main Deck Twin Sharing
01-10-202711-10-2027AUD $8,850Main Deck Twin Single Use
06-10-202716-10-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
06-10-202716-10-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Single Use
06-10-202716-10-2027AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
06-10-202716-10-2027AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Single Use
12-10-202722-10-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
12-10-202722-10-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
12-10-202722-10-2027AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
12-10-202722-10-2027AUD $12,160Upper Deck Twin Single Use
17-10-202727-10-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
17-10-202727-10-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
17-10-202727-10-2027AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
17-10-202727-10-2027AUD $12,160Upper Deck Twin Single Use
23-10-202702-11-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
23-10-202702-11-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
08-11-202718-11-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
08-11-202718-11-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
08-11-202718-11-2027AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
08-11-202718-11-2027AUD $12,160Upper Deck Twin Single Use
14-11-202724-11-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
14-11-202724-11-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
19-11-202729-11-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
19-11-202729-11-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
19-11-202729-11-2027AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
19-11-202729-11-2027AUD $12,160Upper Deck Twin Single Use
25-11-202705-12-2027AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
25-11-202705-12-2027AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
23-12-202702-01-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
23-12-202702-01-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
23-12-202702-01-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
23-12-202702-01-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
23-12-202702-01-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
23-12-202702-01-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
03-01-202813-01-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
03-01-202813-01-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
03-01-202813-01-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
03-01-202813-01-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
03-01-202813-01-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
03-01-202813-01-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
14-01-202824-01-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
14-01-202824-01-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
14-01-202824-01-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
14-01-202824-01-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
14-01-202824-01-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
14-01-202824-01-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
25-01-202804-02-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
25-01-202804-02-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
25-01-202804-02-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
25-01-202804-02-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
25-01-202804-02-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
25-01-202804-02-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-02-202815-02-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
05-02-202815-02-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-02-202815-02-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
05-02-202815-02-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
05-02-202815-02-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
05-02-202815-02-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
16-02-202826-02-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
16-02-202826-02-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
16-02-202826-02-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
16-02-202826-02-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
16-02-202826-02-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
16-02-202826-02-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
27-02-202808-03-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
27-02-202808-03-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
27-02-202808-03-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
27-02-202808-03-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
27-02-202808-03-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
27-02-202808-03-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
09-03-202819-03-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
09-03-202819-03-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
09-03-202819-03-2028AUD $10,997Upper Deck Twin Sharing
09-03-202819-03-2028AUD $13,195Upper Deck Twin Single Use
09-03-202819-03-2028AUD $8,880Main Deck Twin Sharing
09-03-202819-03-2028AUD $10,670Main Deck Twin Single Use
20-03-202830-03-2028AUD $8,183Main Deck Twin Sharing
20-03-202830-03-2028AUD $9,833Main Deck Twin Single Use
20-03-202830-03-2028AUD $10,134Upper Deck Twin Sharing
20-03-202830-03-2028AUD $12,160Upper Deck Twin Single Use

Inclusions

    • Discover Vientiane
    • the capital and largest city of Laos, situated on the Mekong near the border with Thailand.
    • Visit Pak Ou Caves that are noted for their miniature Buddha sculptures. Hundreds of very small and mostly damaged wooden Buddhist figures are laid out over the wall shelves. They take many different positions, including meditation, teaching, peace, rain, and reclining (nirvana).
    • Explore Luang Prabang which is known for its many Buddhist temples, including the gilded Wat Xieng Thong, dating to the 16th century, and Wat Mai, once the residence of the head of Laotian Buddhism.

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