river-cruise
Halong Bay, Red River & Laos Mekong
From $10,489 per person
22 days
3 countries
Ships: RV Angkor Pandaw, RV Champa Pandaw
Pandaw Cruises
22 days, 21 nights.
Journey summary
- Day 1 - Sep. 7, 2026, Mon. - Chiang Khong
- Day 2 - Sep. 8, 2026, Tue. - Into Laos
- Day 3 - Sep. 9, 2026, Wed. - Pak Beng Elephant Sanctuary
- Day 4 - Sep. 10, 2026, Thu. - Ban Bor And Yoi Hai Khmu Villages
- Day 5 - Sep. 11, 2026, Fri. - Pak Ou Caves
- Day 6 - Sep. 12, 2026, Sat. - Luang Prabang Crafts & Culture
- Day 7 - Sep. 13, 2026, Sun. - Luang Prabang
- Day 8 - Sep. 14, 2026, Mon. - Kaung Si Waterfall
- Day 9 - Sep. 15, 2026, Tue. - Xayabouri Dam
- Day 10 - Sep. 16, 2026, Wed. - Ban Pak Yun To Pak Lay
- Day 11 - Sep. 17, 2026, Thu. - Vientiane - Hanoi
- Day 12 - Sep. 18, 2026, Fri. - Hanoi - Halong Bay
- Day 13 - Sep. 19, 2026, Sat. - Halong Bay
- Day 14 - Sep. 20, 2026, Sun. - Halong Bay - Hai Phong
- Day 15 - Sep. 21, 2026, Mon. - The Kinh Thay River
- Day 16 - Sep. 22, 2026, Tue. - Day River
- Day 17 - Sep. 23, 2026, Wed. - Khanh Thien Village
- Day 18 - Sep. 24, 2026, Thu. - Ninh Binh
- Day 19 - Sep. 25, 2026, Fri. - Hanoi
- Day 20 - Sep. 26, 2026, Sat. - Bat Trang Ceramic Village
- Day 21 - Sep. 27, 2026, Sun. - The Upper Red River
- Day 22 - Sep. 28, 2026, Mon. - Viet Tri
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Booking Direct or Booking by Small Ship Travel
The cruise fare is identical whether you book direct with Pandaw Cruises or by Small Ship Travel. Cruise lines set their fares, and they do not discount them for direct bookings. Loyalty Program members earn 2% to 5% credit per booking, in addition to any rewards from the cruise line, and points carry across every cruise line we book.
| Book Direct | Book by Small Ship Travel | |
|---|---|---|
| The cruise fare | From $10,489 per person | From $10,489 per person. The fare is the fare. |
| Loyalty credit | The line's own program | 2–5% credit earned per booking for members, in addition to any rewards you receive from the cruise line* |
| Advice | Pandaw Cruises's ships, known well | We compare across Viking, AmaWaterways, Silversea, and the rest, then put you on the right one |
| Cabin selection | Brochure categories | Which cabins to target on this ship, and which lose their view and natural light when a second ship moors alongside |
| If plans change | The line's call center | An advocate who knows you, your booking, and people at the line |
* Credit applies to a non-cruise portion of your booking. $250 credit for new clients who have not previously booked with Small Ship Travel. Loyalty Program details
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The RV Angkor Pandaw.
Sail the world in unparalleled luxury aboard the RV Angkor Pandaw, a masterpiece of design and comfort.
The Angkor Pandaw is a beautifully crafted river cruise ship, offering a unique and immersive journey through Southeast Asia’s most captivating waterways. Built in classic colonial style with rich teakwood and brass accents, this elegant vessel provides a warm and intimate setting for exploration. With spacious staterooms featuring panoramic windows, inviting open-air lounges, and a relaxed dining area, guests can enjoy comfort while taking in the breathtaking landscapes of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers. The Angkor Pandaw delivers a deeply engaging travel experience, with expert-guided excursions, cultural interactions, and scenic river views at every turn. Handpicked by Small Ship Travel, this boutique cruise offers an authentic and enriching way to discover the heart of Southeast Asia.
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