Mekong Sun
Cruise company: Mekong River Cruise
Cruise type: Midrange, Sharing
Destinations: Laos - Laos
One of the only ships capable of mastering the upper Mekong in Laos, the exclusive Mekong Sun provides a cruising experience that takes you on a unique journey to discover the untouched river landscapes of the region. Comfortable cabins, quality service and insightful shore excursions ensure an enjoyable exploration of the upper Mekong
Introduction
The exclusive river vessel Mekong Sun (built in 2006) enables you to go on a comfortable journey, which seemed impossible for ages: over 450 miles of travelling along fantastic river landscapes, passing by World Heritage Sites and aboriginal villages. Safe and comfortable travelling with only 28 guests on board is guaranteed, while you watch the incredible landscapes of this partly untamed river pass by.
Accommodation
The Mekong Sun offers 14 cabins for 28 guests. Decorated in teak and mahogany cabins are 12-18m² in size and offer enough space for you to relay in. Thanks to the panoramic windows in all cabins, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the scenery along the Mekong River. The rooms on the upper deck superior cabins even offer a small private balcony.
Classic |
Superior |
Economy |
Cabin size: 12.0 m2 3 superior cabins, 2 cabins (18 m²/194 sq ft) on the upper deck with small private balcony; one cabin (16 m²/172 sq ft) on the bow of the Sun with panoramic view to the front10 classic cabins on the main deck (12 m²/129 sq ft), all facing out onto the water, with wide, sliding windows and a French balcony for an excellent view of the passing landscape |
Cabin size: 18.0 m2 3 superior cabins, one in the bow of the main deck (16 m2/172 sq ft), two on the upper deck (18 m2/194 sq ft). The two cabins on the upper deck have their own small private balcony; the one in the bow has a superb panoramic view to the front |
Cabin size: 12.0 m2 Bed size: Twin beds 1 economy cabin on the main deck, facing out onto the water, with wide, sliding windows and a French balcony for an excellent view of the passing landscape, close to stairway/generator |
Cabin Facilities:
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Cabin Facilities:
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Services & Facilities
General
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24-hour Security
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Boutique Library
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Doctor on call
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Newspapers and magazines
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Reception
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Rowing boat
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Safety box at reception
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Tender for sightseeing
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Theme Cruise
Services
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Baby cot
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Bar
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Boutique shop
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Cabin Service (Snack Meals)
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Fresh flower
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Laundry service
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Library
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Restaurant
Dining Room & Bar
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You can enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving the guests of Mekong Sun Cruise, or find a snack in a coffee shop.
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A selection of Asian and continental food is provided throughout the cruise. Special requirements can be catered for and wine, beer as well as spirituous beverages are available.
Onboard Activities
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Cooking classes
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Cycling
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Fishing
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Movie nights
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Swimming
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Wooden games
Cancellation by Customer:
- Cancellation before 125 days prior to the start of the cruise: 45 % of the total rate
- Between 125 and 65 days prior to the start of the cruise: 65 % of the total rate
- Between 64 and 35 days prior to the start of the cruise: 85 % of the total rate
- Less than 35 days prior to the start of the cruise: 100 % of the total rate
Children Price & Extra Bed:
- Free of charge for children below 5 years old, in parents' room and using existing bedding.
- Children above 5 years must occupy a separate bed and pay full rate (Single or double occupancy).
Shuttle Bus:
- Meeting point in Luang Phrabang
Check-in
- At 14:00
Check-out
- In the Morning
Guide
- English speaking guide on board
Specifications |
Mekong Sun Cruise |
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Building materials |
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Operated since |
Construction completed in 2006 |
Length |
40 m |
Width |
7.5 m (at its widest part) |
Height |
n/a |
Depth |
0.9 m |
Dining Room |
Yes |
Bar/ Sundeck |
Yes |
Massage cabin |
n/a |
Desk |
2 |
Design |
Catamaran, two steel hulls, two decks, with teak and mahogany superstructure |
Tours of Mekong Sun
Golden Triangle – Huay Xay – Pak Tha – Pak Ou – Luang Prabang – Kuang Si Falls – Xayabouri Dam – Salakham – Vientiane
Vientiane – Salakham – Xayabouri Dam – Kuang Si Falls – Luang Prabang – Pak Ou – Huay Xay – Pak Tha – Golden Triangle
LUANG PRABANG – BAN KOK SAN – KUANG SI FALLS – PAK OU – LUANG PRABANG
Golden Triangle – Huay Xai – Pak Tha – Pak Ou – Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang – Pak Ou – Pak Tha – Huay Xai – Golden Triangle
LUANG PRABANG – KUANG SI FALLS – XAYABOURI DAM – PAK LAY – VIENTIANE
VIENTIANE – PAK LAY – XAYABOURI DAM – KUANG SI FALLS – LUANG PRABANG
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