The Laos Mekong · Downstream

Joining & Transfers Hotel pick-ups from city hotels in Chiang Mai can be as early as 06.00 or as late as 08.00. From Chiang Rai hotels can be as early as 08.30 or as late as 10.00. Timing varies according to the docking place of the Pandaw vessel. Our representative will call you on the evening before or leave a message with the hotel to reconfirm the exact pick up time. If your arrival is after the above mentioned time we will pick you up from the airport Chiang Rai (arrival must be before 13.00) or airport Chiang Mai (arrival must be before 13.00) and transfer you to the ship. This transfer will not include any visits to Golden Triangle, Opium House and Lunch due to time limit. Please note: There is a surcharge for private transfers if you are not able to meet us at above scheduled pick up times. Visa Information LAOS International travelers visiting Laos must complete a new Digital Immigration Registration form at within 3 days prior to arrival or departure for those entering or exiting via the following checkpoints: Wattay International Airport (Vientiane) Luang Prabang International Airport Pakse International Airport While this does not apply to our guests during their sailing (as we cross the border on a different river crossing), if you are flying in or out of one of the above airports, you will need to fill out an arrival and departure card at immigration.gov.la. This online form can be completed with the assistance of the onboard crew if needed ahead of your disembarkation. You will need to show the QR code generated by completing the form to the border agent. THAILAND International travelers visiting Thailand must now complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) before entering the country. Submit your details at tdac.immigration.go.th at least 3 days of your arrival. Click here for full visa information.