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VAT PHOU CRUISE (DOWN STREAM)

VAT PHOU CRUISE (DOWN STREAM) - 3 Days Tours

Destination	:	Laos (Champasak, Pakse)
Activity	:	Historical Tour, Local Life Style, Nature Tour, Sightseeing
Difficulty	:	Easy
Start City	:	Pakse
Duration	:	3 Days
Tour Type	:	Join In
Trip Code	:	LA000002
Price	:	Upon request

Trip Overview

Upon request.

What do you get after you buy a tour from us?
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Departure Date :
- 01 Nov’06 to 30 Apr’07 Departures every Saturday, Tuesday and Thursday on a cruise down - 01 May’07 to 31 Oct’07 Departures every Saturday for cruise down
Inclusion : What all is included in this trip
Cruise trip Accommodation in sharing twin room with meals as specified Admission to tour sites, English speaking guide VAT 7%

Exclusion : What is not included in the trip price
Visa approval and Visa expenses Transfers to and from Departure / Arrival in Pakxe / airport transfers in Pakxe Hotel accommodation and meals before or after the cruise. Tour price dose not include drinks on board

Remarks :
Children discount 50% when sharing parent's cabin No operation (dry dock): in June

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Itinerary : Your Tour Program

Day 1 PAKXE - CHAMPASSAK - VAT PHOU Early morning 10.30 a.m. departure from Pakse for Champassak, heading south aboard a local longtail riverboat, zigzagging through mild rapids and sand banks, arriving at Champassak in time for a riverside lunch, followed by a guided tour of the mysterious pre-Angkorian 10th century temple of Vat Phou, the boat�s namesake. As dusk falls board the Vat Phou for a relaxing cruise down-river, enjoying the tropical sunset on the deck, dinner is served on board, while the boat docks for the night alongside a remote Laotian village.
Overnight : on board
Meals : Lunch/Dinner

Day 2 HUEI THAMO - OUM MOUNG TEMPLE - KHONG ISLAND Breakfast on board as we set sail for the village of Huei Thamo, only a few minutes walk away from the spectacular hidden forest temple of Oum Moung. Afterwards rejoin the boat for a cruise southwards and lunch on the deck, while we continue our leisurely sail further south to the wild paradise of the �4,000 islands�, arrived in the afternoon closed to Khong Island (the birthplace of the President of the Peoples republic of Laos) at Ban Dua Tae, and visit this traditional Laotian Village where the traditional way of life has not changed in centuries. Back on board for quiet dinner, under the stars, serenaded by the songs by the songs of the buffalo toads.
Overnight : on board
Meals : Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Day 3 BAN VEUTHONG - THE NIAGARA OF THE EAST - XIENG DI - PAKSE Breakfast on the deck, while cruising to the small village of Ban Veuthong where we will board a small long-tail boat to Khone Island. After visit, take a long tail boat back to the main land for lunch amid the by-gone splendid of another age; colorful French colonial houses and an old customs post, alongside a stone quay. Take a minivan to amazingly scenic splendor of the Khong Pha Peng waterfall, �the Niagara of the East�, close to the Cambodian border. Back to �civilization, for the two hours ride to Pakse, arriving in the afternoon, about 3:50 p.m.

Meals : Breakfast/Lunch

Minor program changes are sometime necessary, depending on confirmed flight, road conditions, weather and availability of room.

FAQs: Sightseeing

Q. What are the differences between PRIVATE TOUR and JOIN-IN TOUR?

A. PRIVATE TOUR:
- You can choose your own travel date.
- The pick up location is only at your hotel.
- The trip is exclusive to you and your party.

B. JOIN-IN TOUR:
- You can choose your own travel date, based on seat availability
- The pick up location is at major city hotels
- You will join other travelers for the trip.
Q. How can I booked?
- Click "Online booking" and complete the Reservation Form.
- Payment will be charged directly from your credit card.
- An e-mail will be sent to confirm your reservation.
- A Tour voucher will be sent within 1-2 working days.
Q. How do I make payment?
The payment will proceed
The payment will be preceded either by Credit Card (VISA, MASTER CARD) or Bank Transfer (we cannot accept this for urgent bookings).
Please click here for our bank account details.
Q. Can I book/pay directly on spot?
No. The rates displayed on PassionAsia.com are available only through online service. All reservations must be paid for in advance upon receiving confirmations from us. This is the only way to guarantee trip occupancy and keep our rates competitive.
Q. How many days in advance should I book?
You should book the sightseeing tour at least 2 days before the tour date (Monday - Friday). However, it will depend on the tour availability too.
Q. Do you need my credit card details at the time of making a reservation?
Yes. However, you will not be charged at the time of reservation. Your credit card will be charged only if and after your booking is confirmed.
Q. How to meet our guide or our representative?
Print your tour voucher and present it to our guide who will pick you up at the hotel lobby on your travel date.
Q. What is your Cancellation Policy?
Cancellation & No Show Charges Policy of Sightseeing Tours:
- 3 Days before the Tour:There is a 7% banking and handling fees applied.
- Less than 2 days before the Tour or No-show:
100% charge of package price (No refund).

**For authentication purposes, only written cancellation notices (e-mail or fax) will be accepted