Wat Phou Rice BargeThis beautiful boat has 12 cabins, each fully furnished with air-conditioning and with en suite bathrooms. The vessel is decked out with dark wood and soft cream furnishings, an elegant and stylish combination reminiscent of the colonial era. Meals are cooked and served on the boat and are a mouth-watering blend of Lao, Thai and French cuisine. Massage is available on the deck of the boat. The bar area has big rattan chairs and is a wonderful place to watch the sun set over the enchanting Four Thousand Islands. Highlights of the boat’s itinerary are the temple ruins of Wat Phou at Champassak, more than one thousand years old, as well as the massive Khone Phapeng Waterfall, the peaceful way of life in the Four Thousand Islands and the chance to spot rare Irrawaddy freshwater dolphins in the Mekong. This three day two night cruise is the best way to explore this untouched region – discover a world far away from the tourist trail yet still from a base of comfort and luxury. |
Deluxe Journeys: Feature 2006 - Images Of Indochina This unique journey is all about showcasing Indochina’s most enduring images – the colourful Buddhist mandalas of Luang Prabang, the limestone islands of Halong Bay, Hoi An’s ancient streets, and the timeless Temples of Angkor are only a few. These are some of the prominent images which strike a chord with anyone who’s ever dreamed of traveling to Asia. But there are others as well; a street vendor setting up their market stall in the early hours of the morning, the graceful outlines of Hanoi locals performing Tai Chi on the shores of Hoan Kiem Lake, a lone farmer tending his rice fields with an ox-drawn plough. Experience it all on the Images of Indochina – the ideal journey for avid photographers and those who want a taste of the region’s diversity in two weeks. From beautiful Luang Prabang to the tree-lined boulevards of Hanoi, from the lantern lit streets of Hoi An to the wonder of Angkor – these are the images of Indochina that will stay with you long after you have gone home. |
