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(PDF) Get a Preview of Your Next Unforgettable Mekong Adventure THE MAJESTIC MEKONG BY Boutique SHIP Incredible Journeys Through Southeast Asia Laos ∙ Thailand Embark OS Golden Triangle Chiang Khong Buddha Caves Tha River of Pak Ou Excursion Luang Prabang Elephant Camp Kuang Si in Pak Beng Waterfalls Chiang Rai THAIND KEY ATTRACTIONS LAOS REVEALED: FEEL THE BEAT OF ADVENTURE On this 8-day journey, you go from Thailand to Laos, exploring the hidden reaches of the Travel in style on board your → mighty Mekong River. Let our expert staff and crew show you the sights and sounds of boutique ship and in long-tail boats Southeast Asia via boutique ship. This is not just a river cruise—it’s the best time of your life. → Visit remote riverside villages and marvel at elephants working on shore DAY 1. THA Chang Rai (LD) → 7 NIGHTS on board boutique ship DAY 2. LAO Huay Xai and Pak Tha DAYS INCLUDE → Explore historic sites like Luang Prabang → breakfast, lunch (UNESCO) and the Golden Triangle DAY 3. LAO Pakbeng and dinner (BLD) unless indicated DAY 4. LAO Pak Ou otherwise → Meet local villagers and experience DAY 5. LAO Luang Prabang (BL) a traditional Laotian ceremony DAY 6. LAO On the Mekong DAY 7. LAO Kuang Si Falls CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF THE MEKONG? Enjoy Mekong delicacies on board— → DAY 8. LAO Luang Prabang (B) Join our longest cruise, the or simply pick fruits right off the tree! 11-DAY THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE Reverse journey also available from Chiang Rai to Vientiane Luang Prabang OS Vientiane THAIND KEY ATTRACTIONS IMPRESSIONS OF THE MEKONG: → Enjoy our expert staff, who help A LAOTIAN EXPEDITION make your journey unforgettable Get the best of the Mekong on this 6-day journey through Laos. Start your adventure in the → Discover the natural beauty nation’s capital city, Vientiane, and experience the essence of the Mekong on the way to of the Mekong and its people Luang Prabang. From the comfort of your boutique ship, you won’t miss a thing. → Learn the history of the Mekong from knowledgeable tour guides DAY 1. LAO Vientiane (D) → 5 NIGHTS on board boutique ship DAY 2. LAO On the Mekong → DAYS INCLUDE breakfast, lunch → Get insight into Mekong culture, DAY 3. LAO Pak Lay and dinner (BLD) unless indicated including fishing traditions DAY 4. LAO Tha Deua otherwise → Give your taste buds a treat with DAY 5. LAO Tha Deua regional specialties every day DAY 6. LAO Luang Prabang (B) Reverse journey also available 2 Pak Ou OS Luang Prabang Tha Deua HIGHLIGHTS OF NORTHERN LAOS: KEY ATTRACTIONS DISCOVER THE MEKONG → Take advantage of our expertise and The Mekong River is one of the longest rivers in the world, and its inner reaches could take focus on enjoying the Mekong’s beauty a lifetime to explore. On this 6-day, round-trip expedition cruise from Luang Prabang, you → Visit iconic sights like the Kuang Si harness the power of the Mekong to give yourself a unique look at the river’s essence—the Falls in the heart of the Mekong Heart of the Mekong. → Discover the temples, monasteries and colonial buildings of Luang Prabang DAY 1. LAO Luang Prabang (D) → 5 NIGHTS on board boutique ship DAY 2. LAO Luang Prabang → DAYS INCLUDE breakfast, lunch → Embrace the locals during visits to DAY 3. LAO On the Mekong and dinner (BLD) unless indicated remote villages and towns DAY 4. LAO Kuang Si Falls otherwise DAY 5. LAO Pak Ou → Indulge your senses with tasty local DAY 6. LAO Luang Prabang (B) drinks like Beerlao and fresh food prepared on board KEY ATTRACTIONS → Relax in ultimate comfort on our well-appointed boutique ships MAKE THE MEKONG YOURS: → See the Mekong up close and navigate CHARTER THE WHOLE SHIP waters most travelers miss With Lernidee, the Mekong experience is always an exclusive, private affair. Make it even → Encounter hidden treasures on more private by booking a whole ship for groups and incentives! jungle treks to remote locations like the Buddha caves in Pak Ou AVAILABLE ITINERARIES → Take the time to get a deep LAOS REVEALED HEART OF THE MEKONG understanding of the people an 8-day journey between Chiang Rai a 6-day round-trip journey from of the Mekong and Luang Prabang Luang Prabang → Enjoy Mekong cuisine, signature IMPRESSIONS OF THE MEKONG THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE dishes of Southeast Asia, and lao-lao, a 6-day journey between Vientiane an 11- or 12-day journey between a traditional Laotian rice whiskey and Luang Prabang Vientiane and Chiang Rai 3 BENEFITS OF TRAVELING WITH LERNIDEE For more than a decade, we have been providing travelers with unique opportunities to explore the beauty of the Mekong. But we are more than just tour guides. Our journeys are tailor-made to provide unforgettable adventures and a lifetime of memories. → CHOOSE from a wide selection → RELAX and let our experts guide of ship cabins you on the tour of a lifetime → DON’T WAIT on long lines or → CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE travel by bumpy buses with us and feel right at home on the adventure of your dreams! → ENJOY our detailed service, including delicious local cuisine 1 2 FIRST-CLASS SERVICE EXPERT STAFF → Well-appointed cabins, each with → Friendly and professional 8-person large windows and balcony staff for maximum 29 travelers → Laid-back atmosphere on → Experienced, multilingual board—casual clothing welcome tour director available at all times → Air-conditioned shuttle service → Local English-speaking guides between hotel and airports on first and service personnel and last days → Informative and entertaining talks on → Entrance fees, sights and excursions board about lands, culture and history according to itinerary → Polite and professional restaurant → Tours by air-conditioned vehicles and bar staff, serving your meals with according to itinerary a smile → Welcome drink and a gift for → Traditional Asian massage bookable each guest on board (Mekong Pearl) 3 4 FRESH FLAVORS EVERYTHING ELSE → Daily meals according to route → Bathrobe and slippers for each guest description, including coffee, tea, water, snacks, and fresh fruit like → Refreshing towelettes and drinks bananas, papaya, dragon fruit and after excursions mangosteen → Detailed information package about the destination → Delights of regional cuisine freshly prepared on board (vegetarian upon → Whatever it takes to make your request) Mekong adventure enjoyable and pleasant! → Bar service available on board, featuring cocktails and local drinks like Beerlao and lao-lao → Mekong barbecue with live music on a sandbank 4 MEKONG HIGHLIGHTS A HINT OF YOUR EXCURSION 1 2 3 UNIQUE EXPERT CREWS AND UNSPOILED NATURE EXPEDITION TOURS MASTER CAPTAINS AND WILDLIFE TRAVEL RELAX ENJOY along formerly inaccessible aboard your boutique ship piloted the Mekong’s natural beauty, stretches of Southeast Asia’s by our master captains on one immense biodiversity, churning most exciting river—which of the world’s most difficult rapids, stunning waterfalls, most travelers miss. rivers to navigate. and narrow inlets. CHIANG RAI This Thai city is the heart PAKBENG This small Laotian village is a PAK OU Another small village in Laos, of the infamous Golden Triangle, where perfect example of the immense natural Pak Ou is famous for its stunning Buddha guests marvel at the 40-foot golden beauty of the Mekong River. Thick jungle caves, which are filled with thousands of Buddha of Sop Ruak and visit the Hall and mountainous landscapes combine to Buddha statues of all shapes and sizes. of Opium. create a dreamlike atmosphere. HUAY XAI AND PAK THA Between LUANG PRABANG (UNESCO) In this VIENTIANE The modern-day capital of Huay Xai and Pak Tha is some of the most former royal capital of Laos, you visit Laos, Vientiane is home to the Pha That picturesque territory of the Mekong River. the Wat Xieng Thong temple, a dazzling Luang temple, a symbol of the nation; Home to the Khmu and other locals, here example of Buddhist architecture; Mount and the Patuxai, the so-called Arc de guests get insight into daily life on the Pho Si, a hill with panoramic views; and Triomphe—a monument to Laotian Mekong. the Hmong night market. independence. KUANG SI FALLS This unique multilevel THA DEUA AND PAK LAY One of the ELEPHANT CAMP In Laos, the Land waterfall near Luang Prabang is a favorite longest stretches of your Mekong River of a Million Elephants, guests can book with travelers because of the gorgeous journey is found between the towns of a visit to an elephant camp in Luang natural pools that form at its base. Put on Tha Deua and Pak Lay. Here you visit Prabang to learn about Laos’ relationship your swimsuit and get a taste of paradise! lush jungles and caves inaccessible to with these majestic animals. most travelers. River conditions are constantly changing and sometimes require small changes to the itinerary. 5 MEKONG SUN · MEKONG PEARL GET TO KNOW YOUR BOUTIQUE SHIPS The Mekong Sun and the Mekong Pearl are sister ships owned and operated by Lernidee and are the most enjoyable way to navigate the mighty Mekong. It’s old-world charm and contemporary comfort—combined! Every journey on our boutique ships is made unforgettable thanks to a laid-back atmosphere, friendly staff, and of course—dazzling views of the Mekong! THE MEKONG SUN: YOUR HOME ON AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY CLASSIC CABINS → 11 Classic cabins on the main deck → Sliding windows facing water → Size: 129 ft2/12 m2 → French balcony → 2 twin beds per cabin → Private bathroom, shower and air-conditioning SUPERIOR CABINS → 3 Superior cabins, 1 on the bow of the → Small private balcony (upper deck) main deck and 2 on the upper deck → Panoramic view from bow (main deck) → Size: 194 ft2/18 m2 (upper deck) 172 ft2/16 m2 (main deck) → Private bathroom, shower and air-conditioning → 2 twin beds per cabin Upper deck Galley 1 Captain Sun deck Covered sun deck Restaurant 2 Main deck 5 719 1 Crew 15 3 Crew 46 810112 4 Classic twin cabins (4 –15) Superior cabins (1 and 2: Twin cabins with balcony, 3: Double cabin with panoramic view) 6 MEKONG SUN · MEKONG PEARL THE BEST WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE MEKONG 1 2 3 WELL-APPOINTED WORLD-CLASS DELICACIES CABINS SERVICE OF THE MEKONG CHOOSE ENJOY TASTE between Classic, Superior and best-in-class service from a new world of flavor with Deluxe cabins, all of which friendly and knowledgeable delicious food and drink served provide spectacular staff, always ready to take in the restaurant and bar views.
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