Southern Cruise on
Mekong River
3 days - 2 Nights (Southern Laos)
VAT PHOU - Southern Treasures
A 3days/2nights cruise in the south of Laos; from Pakse to
Cambodian border
There is really only one way to see Laos and that is by
slow boat. For life on the river carries on much as it did
hundreds of years ago and still holds myriad sights and
experiences for the intrepid traveler.
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THE VAT PHOU CRUISE
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 3-day Asian
Oasis 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.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Pakse - Vat Phou: Set off in the morning south
in a long-tail boat. Lunch onboard, then dock at Champassak
for a tour of the Vat Phou temple. Later, enjoy a beautiful
river sunset, before dinner onboard.
Day 2: Oun Muong – Khong Island: After breakfast
onboard, tour through a scenic riverside village to Oum
Muong Temple in the forest. Enjoy an afternoon cruising in
the 4,000 Islands region. Towards evening, stretch your legs
at Ban Duata village, before a wonderful dinner onboard.
Day 3: 4,000 Islands - Pakse: Enjoy breakfast
onboard, then set off on longtail boat to explore Si Phan
Don and its French colonial relics. Lunch at a riverside
restaurant is followed by a land transfer to Pha Pheng
waterfalls before transferring by road to Pakse.
THE VAT PHOU BOAT
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.
It 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
