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Vat Phou Cruise
3 Days - Price from 414 US$
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Leisurely Cruise Along The Fascinating Mekong River in Southern
Laos
Not far from the shores of the Mekong River in Southern Laos
lie two of the regions most remarkable treasures, the mythical
World Heritage site of Vat Phou and the Oun Moung Temple. The
awe-inspiring pre-Angkorian Vat Phou dates back over a thousand
years and is widely regarded as one of the most outstanding
examples of Khemer architecture, while the Oun Moung exudes
an atmosphere of a city lost in the jungle for centuries.
Embracing the beauty and power of the Mekong and the exotic
mystique of ancient Khemer ruins, this Mythical Journey combines
the highlights of the region for an unforgettable experience.
A boutique river-borne hotel is the setting for this journey
through the timeless landscapes of Southern Laos. Here, the
serenity of this vast and smooth expanse of water is accentuated
by the stunning Si Phan Don the "4,000 Islands" and
further down, Southeast Asia's largest waterfalls at Pha Pheng.
The leisurely cruise along the fascinating Mekong is as relaxing
as it is historic and gives extraordinary insight into the ancient
civilization that once shared your path down this mighty waterway.
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Itinerary - Cruise Down River |
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01 Nov’06 to 30
Apr’07
Departures every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday on a cruise
down or cruise up
01 May’07 to 31 Oct’07
Departures every Saturday for cruise down |
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| Day 1 - Pakse - Champassak - Vat Phou
(L, D) |
| Early morning 10h30 departure
from Pakse to 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. |
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| 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 of the
buffalo toads. |
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| Day 3 - Ban Veuthong - 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 15h50. |
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Itinerary - Cruise Up River |
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01 Nov’06 to 30
Apr’07
Departures every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday on a cruise
down or cruise up
01 May’07 to 31 Oct’07
Departures every Tuesday for cruise up |
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| Day 1 - Pakse - Xieng Di - Khone Island
(L, D) |
| On arrival at Pakse, drive
to the spectacular roaring waterfalls 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. |
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| Day 2 - Khong Island - Oum Moung Temple
- Huei Thamo (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 of the
buffalo toads. |
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| 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. |
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A 34-metre steel hulled craft converted into a floating hotel,
the Vat Phou was launched with the support of the World Bank
in Vientiane in 1993. Each of the 12 comfortable and elegant
air-conditioned cabins offers two single berths and a private
western style bathroom.
Charmingly appointed, it also offers:
• Modern safety equipment and lifejackets
• A large front deck with a wide open area for relaxation.
• A lower deck with an air-conditioned dining room.
• A set menu combining both Laotian and Continental cuisine.
• French, English and Thai speaking staff.
• A fully-stocked bar |
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2-8 Persons |
9-24 Persons |
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Booking |
| 1 Nov 06 - 30 Apr 07 |
512 |
485 |
182 |
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| 1 May 07 - 30 Sep 07 |
414 |
397 |
171 |
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| 1 Oct 07 – 31 Oct 07 |
538 |
509 |
191 |
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| All rates are net per
person in US$ |
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Inclusion |
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• 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 |
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Exclusion |
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• 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 |
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Remarks |
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• 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.
• Infants (under 2 years old) are free of charge.
• The above tour prices exclude current VAT
NOTE: In general from 01 - 30 June’07, there is
no operation for annual boat maintenance. The exactly dates
will be advised later. |
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