Enjoy your vacation on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise with luxurious and comfortable rooms. Each room is delicately designed with teak wood and brass, providing a cozy and luxurious space. French sliding doors open wide, allowing you to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery outside. With premium mattresses, quality linens, and spa amenities, you'll sleep in true relaxation.
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Launched in September 2016, RV Champa Pandaw Cruise, the twin sister of RV Laos Pandaw, has become a new icon of Mekong River tourism with its sophisticated design, harmoniously combining classic and modern features.
Imagine yourself relaxing on the deck, watching the poetic Mekong River flowing by, enjoying the cool breeze, and listening to the birds singing. Every morning, you can cycle to explore the beautiful riverside villages, immersing yourself in the simple life of the local people.
In the evening, you will enjoy delicious meals made from fresh ingredients, and listen to the melodious tunes of traditional music. With this Laos Luxury Cruise, every journey is an exciting discovery, opening up new horizons and memorable experiences.
One of the highlights of RV Champa Pandaw Cruise is its well-trained and experienced crew. Each member holds an international maritime certificate, ensuring your trip is always safe and smooth. With enthusiasm and thoughtfulness, they are ready to support you in all your needs, from booking tours to introducing local culture. The professionalism of the crew contributes to creating a cozy space on board, making you feel comfortable as if you were at home.
To meet the diverse culinary needs of tourists, RV Champa Pandaw Cruise provides catering services upon request. In addition to traditional Asian and European dishes, the restaurant on the cruise also serves many light vegetarian dishes and local specialties. Talented chefs will prepare delicious and nutritious meals, bringing you unique and sophisticated culinary experiences.
During the journey, you will have the opportunity to participate in traditional art and cultural performances of local people. Traditional dance and musical instruments will bring you closer to the unique culture of the Mekong region. In addition, you can also learn how to prepare local dishes, participate in handicraft-making classes, or chat with local people to better understand their lives.
One of the interesting things when traveling on RV Champa Pandaw Cruise is enjoying hot, fragrant bread and rolls every morning. The onboard bakery is always ready to serve you the freshest products, made from premium ingredients. The delicious flavor of bread combined with the poetic scenery of the Mekong River will make you never forget.
After picking you up at the meeting point (hotel in Chiang Rai takes 2 hours or Chiang Mai takes 6 hours), the shuttle bus will take you to Chiang Saen, a peaceful small town located at the intersection of three Countries: Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar.
Coming to Chiang Saen, you will visit the Golden Triangle Museum, which displays artifacts and vivid images about the history of opium cultivation and trade in this area.
At around 4:00 p.m., we will check in to RV Champa Pandaw Cruise, and begin the journey to explore the legendary Mekong River.
You will enjoy the first dinner on the RV Champa Pandaw, enjoy the specialties of the river region, and watch the beautiful sunset on the river.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
After breakfast, the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise will continue its journey and take you to the border gate between Thailand and Laos. You will complete the entry procedures and officially set foot in the land of a million elephants.
We will enjoy lunch on the cruise while enjoying the beautiful natural scenery on both sides of the river.
If time permits, the cruise will take you to visit a small village deep in the jungle to learn about the daily life of the local people, enjoy traditional dishes and explore the unique culture of Laos.
Returning to the cruise, you will participate in entertainment activities, enjoy special performances, and rest after a long day of exploration.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
After breakfast, you will depart for Khamo village - a traditional village located along the river, famous for its unique cultural beauty. You will participate in the daily activities of the local people, learn about life, and customs and enjoy special dishes.
After a rustic lunch on the riverbank, you will continue your journey to explore the new land by taking a boat down the river.
In the evening, enjoy the fresh air and beautiful sunset on the sand, sip a cool cocktail, and listen to the sound of the waves.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
This morning, we will depart for one of Laos' most famous spiritual sites - Pak Ou Caves. Nestled amidst majestic natural scenery, this cave is considered an outdoor Buddhist museum with thousands of Buddha statues brought by worshipers to make offerings. When setting foot in the cave, visitors will feel the surrounding silence and sacredness, along with the magical beauty of the shimmering stalactites.
After visiting and admiring the beauty of the cave, you will continue to Luang Prabang City.
In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore this ancient city. Visitors can visit temples, and museums, or walk on small streets and enjoy local dishes.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
After enjoying breakfast, you will begin the journey to explore Luang Prabang - an ancient city recognized by UNESCO as a World Cultural Heritage.
Sitting on a traditional tuk-tuk, visitors will immerse themselves in the bustling atmosphere of the city, admiring ancient wooden houses, cobblestone streets and rows of green trees.
The first destination is the Luang Prabang National Museum, where you learn about the history, culture, and art of Laos through valuable artifacts, images, and documents.
Next, the visitors will visit ancient Buddhist temples such as Wat Xieng Thong - a royal temple famous for its unique architecture and exquisite gold-plated Buddha statues, Wat Mai - one of the temples the oldest in Luang Prabang, and Wat Sensoukharam - a temple with beautiful murals depicting the life of Buddha.
In the afternoon, you will have free time to explore Luang Prabang night market - a shopping paradise with countless types of handicrafts, souvenirs, fabrics, and local specialties.
In the evening, you will return to the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise to enjoy a sumptuous dinner of traditional Lao dishes.
After dinner, you will enjoy a unique traditional dance performance by local artists, discovering the exquisite beauty of Lao culture.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
To start a meaningful day, wake up early to participate in the Tak Bat alms-giving ceremony - a typical cultural feature of the Lao people. You will witness the scene of hundreds of monks begging for alms on the narrow roads, receiving small gifts from the locals.
After breakfast, the visitors will depart for Kuang Si Waterfall - one of the most famous destinations in Luang Prabang.
Located about 30km south of the city center, Kuang Si Waterfall attracts visitors with its emerald green water, natural lakes, and primeval rainforest.
You can bathe in the cool water, explore the bear sanctuary, or relax and enjoy the fresh air of nature.
After visiting the Kuang Si waterfall, the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise will continue to southern Laos to explore new lands.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
Today, our RV Champa Pandaw Cruise crosses the massive body of water of the Xayaburi Hydroelectric Plant. You will have the opportunity to admire this modern irrigation structure, a testament to the area's energy development.
In the afternoon, we will leave the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise to walk through a local village to learn about the culture and customs of the indigenous people and enjoy local specialties.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
After breakfast on RV Champa Pandaw Cruise, we will arrive at Ban Pha Leab, a place famous for its majestic limestone formations. You will admire the majestic natural beauty of cliffs, and mysterious caves, and feel the majesty of nature.
Continuing our journey, we arrive at Pak Houng, a bustling border town, where visitors will visit a local plantation and learn about the production process of typical agricultural products of the region.
You will also have the opportunity to interact with local people and listen to stories about their daily lives.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
You will admire the beautiful natural scenery of Laos with rolling mountains and lush green forests surrounding the winding river. After a few hours floating on the river, we will dock in Vientiane - the beautiful capital of the country of a million elephants.
Coming to Vientiane, you will have the opportunity to rest after a long trip and freely explore the city at night. Vientiane at night takes on a magical beauty with shimmering lights reflecting on the surface of the Mekong River.
You can walk on the streets, enjoy local specialties, or sit and relax at a riverside cafe, watching the nightlife of local people.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
This morning, visitors will explore the famous landmarks of the capital Vientiane.
First, we will visit Pha That Luang Tower - a sacred and proud symbol of Laos with unique architecture. You will admire the sophisticated reliefs and learn about the historical significance of the tower.
Next, the visitors will visit Sisaket Temple - an ancient Buddhist temple with thousands of bronze Buddha statues. Each statue has its own beauty, creating a sacred and mysterious space.
After that, we will stop at the Presidential Palace - a unique architectural work with a strong French style to learn about the history and culture of Laos through the artifacts displayed here.
Next, the visitors will visit Wat Prakeo Temple - where the famous Emerald Buddha statue was once kept. Although the statue has been moved to Thailand, the temple is still an attractive destination for tourists.
Finally, you will have free time to explore Phatouxay Monument - a unique architectural work built in the shape of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. From the top of the monument, you can see the whole view of Vientiane city.
After visiting the historical sites, you will have free time to explore Vientiane. You can walk on the small streets, visit the handicraft shops, or enjoy coffee at the small cafes.
In the evening, we will enjoy a farewell dinner at the restaurant on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise, where you can enjoy Lao specialties and share memorable memories of the trip.
Meals: Breakfast , Lunch , Dinner
Accommodation: Overnight on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise
After enjoying the last breakfast on the RV Champa Pandaw Cruise, you will proceed to check out.
Our shuttle bus will be ready to take you to your pre-booked hotel in Vientiane city center or directly to Wattay International Airport, ensuring you have the most convenient and comfortable connecting journey.
We always want to bring the best travel experiences to you. After the trip, we look forward to receiving valuable feedback from you so that we can further improve.
If you wish to add anything to the itinerary, please contact Asia Tour Deals's consulting team immediately. We are committed to helping you design a perfect itinerary that meets all your requirements and personal preferences without incurring any additional costs.
Meals: Breakfast
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United StatesRV Champa Pandaw Cruise gave me a once-in-a-lifetime experience. The Pak Ou Caves, with their thousands of Buddha statues, were a mesmerizing highlight. The colonial-style ship combined elegance and comfort, and the crew made every moment special. The farewell gala under the stars was a perfect way to end the journey. This cruise truly showcases the hidden treasures of Laos.