Package Info
Tour Highlights
- PAKSE
- WAT PHOU
- DON KHONG
- 4000 ISLANDS
- KHONE PHAPHENG FALLS
- PAKSE
Tour Inclusions
Detailed inclusions are shown in the itinerary and will be confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Tour Exclusions
Exclusions and optional costs will be confirmed clearly in your personalised quotation.
Flights
Flights are included only when they are specifically stated in the tour itinerary or quotation. Our travel consultants can help arrange the most suitable connections on request.
Tour Route Map
Overview
Visitors of Laos will have the opportunity to discover the serene beauty of Southern Laos during a cruise aboard the newly built cruise vessel Mekong Islands. Starting and ending point is in the capital of Champasak province Pakse, idyllically located along the Mekong shore.
Your Itinerary
DAY 1: LAOS CRUISING TOURS TO THE “MEKONG ISLANDS”: CRUISING NEARLY 5000KM LONG MEKONG RIVER ( D )
We pick you up at Pakse airport or hotel in town. At boarding this afternoon (Check in is after 2pm), your ever-friendly Laotian crew welcomes you with a cocktail. You will start your cruise experience with the departure southwards. When the sun has set and your cruise vessel is moored safely at the river shore you will get to know more about Laos and its people as well as the nearly 5,000 km long Mekong river during exciting presentations and lectures held by your cruise director. During the next days, indulge in Southeast Asian delicacies for dinner on board or an atmospheric barbecue on the riverbank.
DAY 2: LAOS CRUISING TOURS TO SOUTHERN: WAT PHOU SIGHTSEEING TOURS – 4000 ISLANDS (B/L/D)
After cruising leisurely further downriver you will stop to go on a shore excursion to the impressive temple complex of Wat Phou, relics of the great Khmer empire reining the region from the 8th to 13th century. This UNESCO World Heritage site is located at the foot of the 1,500 m high Kao Mountain. With its mystical atmosphere these ruins are among the most inspiring archaeological tour destinations of Laos. Returning aboard your can lean back and enjoy the beautiful sunsets from your cabin or the sundeck while cruising deeper into the so called region of the 4,000 Islands.
DAY 3: LAOS CRUISING TOURS TO SOUTHERN: DISCOVERY VACATION AT 4000 ISLANDS (B/L/D)
Here in the deep south of the country the Mekong has its widest expansion of up to 16 km during the annual high water period. In thousands of years nature created a landscape that seems almost surreal with thousands of islands appearing in the river bed when the high water declines annually. Some of these islands are bigger with a magnitude of a few square kilometers; other uninhabited ones are only a few square meters wide.
Today you will go on an excursion partly by river cruise, local slowboat and bus to explore this remote nature escape and you will also see the mighty Khone waterfalls, the biggest falls in Asia. In the evening enjoy our farewell dinner aboard.
DAY 4: LAOS CRUISING TOURS TO SOUTHERN: RETURN TO PAKSE (B)
Breakfast is served in the morning, before you disembark for your return to Pakse by bus. (No flights earlier than 13:30 from Pakse or 17:30 from Ubon Ratchatani will be reached. If you plan an earlier flight, we’ll be happy to arrange an extra hotel night in Pakse to your itinerary.) A short city tour of Pakse can be arranged for those spending an extra night or leaving late afternoon/evening.*
Important Info
Pricing Table
Detailed pricing is available on request and will be confirmed in your personalised quotation.
Hotel & Note
Final hotel details and special notes will be confirmed with your personalised quotation before booking.
FAQs
How do I create a custom itinerary?
Tell DNQ Travel your preferred destinations, travel dates, group size, interests and budget. Our Hanoi-based consultants will tailor the route, hotels, transport and experiences into a personalised itinerary for you.
How do I book the trip?
Send an enquiry from the tour page or contact our team directly. We will check availability, refine the itinerary with you and send a clear quotation before you confirm the booking.
How do I pay for the trip?
After you confirm the proposal, your consultant will provide the deposit amount, balance due date and accepted payment methods. Payment details are shared securely during the booking process.
Is there any hidden cost? What about tipping?
There are no hidden costs in your confirmed quotation. Inclusions, exclusions and optional services are listed clearly. Tipping is usually discretionary unless your final proposal states otherwise.
How can I get Vietnam visa on arrival?
Vietnam visa rules depend on your passport, travel dates and entry point. DNQ Travel can share practical guidance, but you should always verify the latest requirements with official immigration sources before departure.
How safe is Vietnam?
Vietnam is generally a safe and welcoming destination for travellers. As in any country, keep valuables secure, follow local guidance and use trusted transport and services arranged through your itinerary.
What about medical insurance?
We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance covering medical treatment, emergency assistance, cancellation, lost luggage and any activities included in your trip.
