See theMekong in style as you cruise effortlessly through a timeless landscape of local villages, rice paddies and traditional fisherman.

Day 1 Luang Prabang - Pak Ou
This afternoon embark on the Mekong Sun, a comfortable new Laotian cruise ship. Your spectacular cruise begins as you cruise north from Luang Prabang to a Laotian village. Observe the local liqueur Lao-Lao being distilled traditionally then, after a short walk through the jungle, explore the famous Pak Ou-caves. (D)

Day 2 Land of theThousand Elephants
After breakfast travel by local slow-boat up the Ou-River to the emerald green rice paddies cultivated by the local Khmu minority and see working elephants in action. This afternoon enjoy a few hours of relaxation cruising down the Mekong amidst beautiful landscapes. (B,L,D)

Day 3 The Mighty Mekong
Further south discover some of the most remarkable and impressive landscapes of this still untamed river - hills covered with lush vegetation and awe-inspiring rock formations and the power of the mighty Mekong gives you the feeling of a real expedition cruise. As you head further south to the Mekong ferry crossing at Tha Deua visit a local village school, supported by guests of the Mekong Sun. Enjoy the beautiful views and watch natures wonders along the shores. (B,L,D)

Day 4 Tha Deua - Luang Prabang
After breakfast enjoy the beautiful views and see the local fishermen as you cruise upstream again. Enjoy a visit to the famous Kuang SiWaterfall, one of the most remarkable waterfalls in Laos enroute stroll through the small village of Tha Pan, where you can observe how the local communities. This afternoon return to Luang Prabang and the end of your cruise. (B,L)