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Shompoo Cruise 1 Day: Huay Xai - Pakbeng (Downstream)

Shompoo Cruise 1 Day: Huay Xai - Pakbeng (Downstream)

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Shompoo CruiseOverview

Laos River Cruises is pleased to introduce to you the Shompoo Cruise on Laos river, a beautiful and convenient cruise for your journey to explore the Mekong River.

The cruise with a 200 horsepower engine, sturdy design, and experienced captain will ensure your journey is always the safest and smoothest. With a length of 35 meters with a spacious cabin, airy windows, and a design imbued with a local identity, Shompoo Cruise promises to bring you unforgettable experiences on a one-day, one-night journey on the Mekong River.

No need to worry about the language barrier! Because all staff and captain on Shompoo Cruise can speak English. You can rest assured that the Shompoo Cruise introduced by Laos River Cruises will bring you memorable services and experiences!

Highlightsof Shompoo Cruise

Strong engine and sturdy structure

Shompoo Cruise has a 200 horsepower engine, a sturdy steel frame and a body made from rare woods such as rosewood and teak. It is very suitable for traveling on the seasonal flows with fast flowing sections and many high waterfalls of the Mekong River. Therefore your journey will always be safe.

Spacious space on Shompoo Cruise

The spacious cabin with a length of 35 meters and airy space will help you truly enjoy the fresh and cool atmosphere on the Mekong River. You can also enjoy delicious food while admiring the mountains and forests with Laos' special ecosystem on Shompoo Cruise. With spacious space on the boat, you will be able to live and play comfortably on this exciting journey.

English-speaking staff on Shompoo Cruise

You might know that English is not popular in Laos, country who mostly speak Laotian language. Therefore Laos River Cruises has considered very carefully before recommending Shompoo Cruise - where the captain, engineer, chef, waiter, and tour guide all speak English to bring you comfort and convenience. The staff will support you quickly and carefully without any language barriers.

Facilitiesof Shompoo Cruise

Restaurants

Laundry Service

Safety Deposit Boxes

Bar

Security [24-hour]

Daily newspaper

Boating

Massage

Fishing

Wooden/parqueted flooring

Library

Full Itineraryof Shompoo Cruise

Shompoo Cruise 1 Day: Huay Xai - Pakbeng (Downstream)

Destination: Huay Xai, Pakbeng Tourism

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights of Itinerary

Learn about the culture of the indigenous people through visiting tribal villages
Relax on a cruise while admiring the beauty of pristine nature
Enjoy local specialties

Shompoo Cruise 1 Day: Huay Xai - Pakbeng (Downstream)

Day 1: HUAY XAI – PAKBENG (L)

At 08:00 am, the guests will meet our English-speaking guide with a welcome sign at Houay Xay immigration office (Lao border).

Our guide will assist customers in applying for the visa. After getting the VISA, guests will take a sharing transfer (minivan) to the slow boat pier to embark on the boat.

If you stay in a hotel in Huay Xai, the pick-up can be arranged at your hotel from 09:00 to 09:15.

After leaving the town of Huay Xai, you will have time for leisure on board before a delicious lunch at around 12:00 PM.

After some rest, we reach our first stop of the journey to the hill tribe village. Along this excursion, you will be accompanied with an English-speaking guide as you learn about the living conditions and the culture of these indigenous people in rural areas.

Afterward, back on board as you spend the afternoon at your own leisure.

The boat will arrive in the final stop of the day at Pakbeng.

4:30 pm: The boat arrives in Pakbeng before sunset, where you will retreat to your accommodation for the night.

What's included

Welcome at Houay Xay immigration office.

Transfer on a sharing minivan from Lao immigration office to slow boat Pier in Huay Xai.

Crew service during the cruise.

Baggage handling during all the cruise.

Admission fees for visiting sites serviced by our English-speaking guide.

Lunch on board as mentioned in the program (except for charter boat), drinking bottled water, coffee & tea.

Visa, immigration and or overstay fees in Laos or in Thailand.

Accommodation and meals in PakBeng (if choose option without hotel).

Personal insurance

Beverages, personal expenses, and tips.

Other expenses not mentioned above.

SHOMPOO CRUISE POLICY

1. Adjustment of Schedule and Cruise Itinerary:

For all schedule, the crew will try to make sure that the itinerary will be as given to you before the trip. If during the trip, any elements that may pose to be an obstacle for the cruise, the crew will consider for alterations and delays at short notice.

2. Fuel Surcharge:

Fuel costs were calculated based on the average of all passengers’ tickets. If the prices of fuel increase near the period of the cruise by more than 10%. We have the right to impose a fuel supplement fee which equals to the amount that exceeds the prices of our initial offers.

3. Deposit

3.1. For booking with more than 35 days

30% of deposit is needed to confirm the booking. The balance must be made 35 days prior to the departure date.

3.2. For booking with less than 35 days

Full payment is needed to confirm the booking.

4. Cancellation by Us:

In the case of departures where the amount of passengers less than 6 people, the departure may be cancelled by the operation team. The cruise’s status will be finalized and notified to you. In case of cancellation, we will offer you an alternative cruise or date (subject to availability) or land package. Any surcharges in the alternative option that we give will not be covered by us and we will refund you any decrease in the new total cost of the booking.

5. Cancellation by Customers

Cancellations made 45 days or more prior to departure: charge 10% of total price
Cancellations made 35 to 44 days prior to departure: charge 20% of total price
Cancellations made 20 to 34 days prior to departure: charge 50% of total price
Cancellations made less than 20 days prior to departure: charge 100% of total price

► If cancellations happen, wire fees and credit card commissions will be subtracted when calculating refunds.

6. Children Price:

Free of charge for children under 6 years old. Between 6 and 12 years old, we charge 50% of the rate. From 13 years old, full rate is applied.

7. Insurance:

Trip cancellation insurance is highly recommended. It will help you to get back any loss in case of cancellation of services such as flight tickets, accommodation or any non-refundable payments. Other insurances such as international medical, baggage loss are also recommended.

8. Dietary Needs:

Those who have the need for special dietary should contact us at least 30 days prior until embarkation. We will try our best to provide special dietary needs and request that base on product’s availability.

9. Travelers’ Responsibilities:

All who are on board the cruiser must take responsibilities towards other passengers as well as the crew members. We expect you to review the conditions of the trip itinerary, observe all safety requirements (on board and on excursions) and show proper social behavior to anyone on board.