Pandaw ebrochure

Explore the mighty rivers of Southeast Asia and India 

MAY 2023

Pandaw is the leading river 

Why Pandaw 

cruise company in Asia 

For over twenty five years Pandaw has specialised in exploring 

the remote and off the beaten track rivers of Asia. Places that 

few, if any, can navigate with our specially designed ships, 

offering travellers a truly exclusive and unique experience. 

Essentially an outdoor experience, travellers meditate on the 

unfolding panorama of human and wildlife thriving on these 

great rivers from the spacious promenade and observation 

decks. All on board enjoy an informal and friendly atmosphere 

- the 'Pandaw Spirit' - for which we are renowned. We also 

have the highest passenger-to-deck space ratio of any cruise 

ships afloat, offering plenty of spots to relax and take in the 

panorama or chat with fellow travellers. 

Learning about the culture and history first hand, both on 

board and ashore is a key part of a Pandaw journey. There are 

active walks and bike rides through the countryside and local 

villages, speedboat explorations penetrating deeper into the 

jungle and visits to heritage sites. Passengers have many 

opportunities to interact with welcoming local communities, 

including visits to Pandaw Charity projects along the way. 

Finished in brass and teak by skilled local craftsmen and in 

the tradition of the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company. All seventeen 

of Pandaw’s unique fleet are finished to exacting first-class 

standards with all modern conveniences. Objects of great 

beauty, these vessels have an ultra shallow draft and can 

venture where other ships can not. 

We are also family friendly, our expeditions are perfectly 

suited to kids who gain unforgettable life experience from 

their interactions in the villages along the way. 

02 | Why Pandaw

INDIA 

Varanasi 

Ganges 

Farakka 

Contents 

Brahmaputra 

KOLKATA 

Guwahati 

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA 

Silghat 

Bay of 

Bengal 

INDIA 

Halong Bay & Red River .................................................... 07 

Deeper and Further on the Mekong River .............. 08 

Classic Mekong .................................................................... 09 

Phnom Penh and Siem Reap............................................ 10 

Saigon and Phnom Penh .................................................... 11 

INDIA 

The Brahmaputra .................................................................. 13 

Bengal to Assam and the Sundarbans ...................... 14 

Exploring West Bengal ...................................................... 15 

The Lower Ganges ................................................................ 16 

The Upper Ganges................................................................ 17 

LAOS 

The Laos Mekong .................................................................. 19 

COMBO EXPEDITIONS 

Halong Bay, Red River & Laos Mekong ...................... 21 

The Lower Ganges & Brahmaputra River ................ 22 

The Upper Ganges & Brahmaputra River .............. 23 

BURMA 

LAOS 

Andaman 

Sea 

Chiang 

Khong 

NORTHERN 

VIETNAM 

Luang 

Prabang 

Mekong 

THAILAND 

Hoa 

Binh 

Vientiane 

Siem Reap 

Kampong Chhnang 

Gulf of 

Thailand 

Viet Tri 

LAOS 

Phnom Penh 

Red River 

Hanoi 

CAMBODIA 

Mekong 

CHINA 

Halong 

Bay 

South 

China 

Sea 

VIETNAM 

My Tho 

Saigon 

VIETNAM 

& CAMBODIA 

Contents | 03

Service 

Pandaw is extremely proud of the high level of service provided onboard, making 

sure you are looked after every step of the way. Local crew members always 

have a smile for you, whether you are returning from a shore excursion or 

ordering your favourite drink at the bar. Their friendly nature makes you feel at 

home and their local knowledge enhances any cruise. 

Food and Dining 

Experience 

A Pandaw river cruise is a real adventure that takes you off the beaten track. 

Expect to explore remote villages, meet people in vibrant local communities 

(some of which seldom have contact with Western travellers) and see some 

unforgettable landscapes. These expeditions are all about immersing yourself 

in the unique and diverse cultures of South-East Asia and India. All scheduled 

shore excursions are included in the cruise fare and encompass tours under the 

guidance of local experts, market visits accompanied by the ship’s chef and the 

chance to visit some of the Pandaw Charity projects in the area. We provide 

authentic local transport in the form of horse and carts or cyclos. Our fleet of 

mountain bikes is also available for independent exploration. 

Mealtimes offer the chance to sample some of 

the delicious local flavours found in the regions 

you are exploring. However, if you would rather 

stick to typical European offerings, these are 

available too. Wherever possible, sustainable 

ingredients are sourced from the ports visited to 

create delicious meals around the clock. Buffet 

breakfasts, lunches with buffet and served 

elements, and a la carte dinners are all included 

in the cruise fare – as is afternoon tea and a 

cocktail hour every evening. So that you don’t 

miss a second of the passing scenery on some 

ships the main dining area has retractable walls 

to allow fresh air in and provide wonderful views. 

At night, these are closed off and the airconditioning 

is used instead. 

04 | Onboard

Where we Sail 

VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA 

Take in the fascinating River Mekong and striking 

cultural contrast between the bustling Vietnam 

delta and the tranquillity of Cambodia. Our 

expeditions sail between Saigon and Siem Reap 

and one of the world’s great ancient wonders, 

Angkor Wat. 

HALONG BAY AND RED RIVER 

We explore the key sites of Northern Vietnam 

traversing the Red River delta and its main 

tributaries, connecting the wonders of Halong Bay 

with the excitements of downtown Hanoi, and 

then on into the interior, well off the beaten track. 

INDIA 

What’s Included 

• Kimonos and slippers 

• Spa-branded amenities 

• Electric mini safe 

• Central AC with individual control 

• Hair dryer 

• Nightly turndown service 

• Complimentary evening cocktail hour 

• Complimentary evening canapés 

• Breakfast, lunch and dinner 

• Daily lean & light menu options 

• Admissions on all excursions 

• Complimentary local mineral water, jugged coffee, teas & tisanes 

• Series of cultural performances, educational talks, cooking classes 

• Welcome drink on arrival and farewell reception 

• Spacious, air-conditioned saloon bar with nightly entertainment 

• Onboard bakery with daily freshly baked breads and rolls 

• Trek mountain bikes on board, most ships 

• Shoe cleaning after excursions 

• Cold towel service after excursions 

• First aid trained assistant guide to follow all tours and excursions 

In 2019 Pandaw launched two new routes on our 

own Pandaw ships in Northern India covering 

nearly all the main waterways: the Lower Ganges 

river or Hooghly, the Upper Ganges river and we 

will add the Brahmaputra in 2023. 

LAOS 

Sail on the spectacular Upper Mekong River all the 

way from Vientiane to the Golden Triangle or vice 

versa. This incredible river expedition, allows 

guests to discover charming villages, stunning 

scenery, pristine jungles, the fabled “Golden 

Triangle” and the natural wonder of the emerald 

green waters of the Mekong. 

What’s Included | 05

Vietnam 

& Cambodia 

Discover the spirit of 

Vietnam and Cambodia 

Vietnam and Cambodia are majestic countries brimming 

with a complex culture and extreme landscapes. From 

the great towering limestone islands of Halong Bay to 

the majestic, awe-inspiring Angkor Wat in Siem Reap. 

Both have the mighty Mekong river running through the 

heart of them. 

The Mekong River runs from China through Burma, Laos, 

Thailand and Cambodia before emptying in the delta of 

Vietnam. It carves its way through stunning backdrops, 

past riverside towns and villages, through the remote 

jungle and vibrant cities. 

06 | VIETNAM & CAMBODIA 

Book now at pandaw.com or via your preferred travel agent

Halong Bay & Red River 

HALONG BAY TO HOA BINH 

10 nights from US$ 3,580pp 

Tien Du 

NORTH 

VIETNAM 

Red River 

Viet Tri 

Duong Lam 

Village 

Hoa Binh 

Da River 

Hung Lo Temple 

Ly Nhan village 

Red River 

Thay & Tay 

Phuong 

Pagoda 

NORTH 

VIETNAM 

Pandaw Journey 

Hanoi 

lower Red River 

Kinh Thay River 

Thai Binh River 

Luoc River 

Tuan Chau Island 

Than Hai 

Halong Bay 

Gia Luan 

EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS: 

• Sail around Halong Bay and beyond with its 1,500 

dramatic limestone islands and extraordinary rock 

formations, dating back 20 million years 

Explore the highlights of northern Vietnam by river from 

Halong Bay and its dramatic limestone islands. Navigate the 

Song or Red River and the Da or Black River with a stop in 

Hanoi city centre. This true exploration is not offered by any 

other river cruise company. Few tourists ever get to venture 

into this part of rural Vietnam, but our custom-built ships will 

tackle the shallow waters to show you life on these shores. 

You’ll visit remote villages, be welcomed by traditional dance 

and experience a unique water puppet show. 

• Stop at Viet Hai Village and explore villages on 

mountain bike or electric buggy 

• Take a kayak or a local basket boat rowed by 

fishermen and enter the "Dark and Bright Cave”. 

Bats can be heard and massive stalagmites hang 

from the ceiling 

• Visit Vietnam War prison known as the Hanoi Hilton, 

the temple of literature where Confucius did his 

thinking, and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum 

............................ RV ANGKOR PANDAW ............................ 

No single supplement on selected dates 

16 deluxe staterooms | Fair trade shop 

Panorama dining room | Lounge bar 

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VIEW ITINERARY 

VIETNAM - Halong Bay & Red River | 07

NEW 

Deeper and Further on the Mekong River 

SAIGON TO SIEM REAP, VIA PHNOM PENH 


Siem Reap 

CAMBODIA 

Dolphin Grounds 

Kampong Chhanang 

Oudong 

Tonle 

Phnom Penh 

Angkor 

Ban 

Mekong 

Koh Trong Island 

& Kratie 

Kampong Cham 

VIETNAM 

Tan Chau 

Chau Doc 


Land Content 

Mekong 

Cambodia Border 

Gao Giong 

Cai Be 

Sa Dec 

Ben Tre 

My Tho 

Saigon 


UNDER 

18'S GO 

FREE 

Go deeper into the Mekong Delta and further up the 

main Mekong River than on other river cruises on offer. 

This pioneering route is very much aimed at Pandaw club 

members who seek more immersive experiences in the 

countries Pandaw ships ply and wish to spend more days 

in the comfort and lively atmosphere of our beautifully 

crafted ships. 

........................... RV MEKONG PANDAW ........................... 

• Sampan visit to the Cai Be floating market with a 

walk ashore to see workshops and crafts production 

• Visit Con Phuoc Island and go ashore to explore by 

tuk-tuk to see basket production and visit a 100- 

year old Catholic Church and local carpentry shops 

• Exploration of the famous Tonle Sap as we sail into 

the mouth of the lake at Kampong Chnnang 

• Visit the dolphin grounds north of Kratie by local 

boats in a national park protected area 


24 deluxe staterooms | Saloon bar & Sundeck bar 

Library, gym, spa | Fair trade shop, cinema 

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08 | VIETNAM & CAMBODIA - Deeper and Further on the Mekong River VIEW ITINERARY 


The Classic Mekong 

SAIGON TO SIEM REAP, VIA PHNOM PENH 



UNDER 

18'S GO 

FREE 

Siem Reap 

Tonle 

Kampong Trollach 

Oudong 

Phnom Penh 

Angkor 

Ban 

CAMBODIA 

Silk Island 

Mekong 

Wat Hanchey 

Kampong Cham 

VIETNAM 

• Explore the intricate canal system of Ben Tre by local 

boat and try the local delicacies 

• Visit the bird watcher's paradise that is Gao Giong 

'Green Oasis' 

• Stop at Phnom Penh where you will be provided with 

your own private cyclo and will visit the Royal Palace, 

Silver Pagoda and National Museum 


Chau Doc 

Mekong 

Gao Giong 

Ben Tre 

My Tho 

Saigon 

• Sail up the Mekong/Tonle River convergence to visit 

Koh Okhna Tey, or ‘silk island’ to study the entire silk 

making process from worms to weavers 


Land Content 


A classic expedition along the iconic Mekong River between 

the former French colonial city of Saigon and Angkor at Siem 

Reap. Journey along the Mekong Delta, stopping at Phnom 

Penh. As you continue your journey, you’ll venture into some 

of the more remote waterways and visit villages where 

development projects have been put in place to help the 

children learn a number of crafts and trades. 

............................. RV TONLE PANDAW ............................. 

28 deluxe staterooms | Panoramic French window 

Saloon bar | Sundeck bar 

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Book now at Pandaw.com or via your preferred travel agent 


VIETNAM & CAMBODIA - The Classic Mekong | 09


Phnom Penh and Siem Reap 

PHNOM PENH TO SIEM REAP 

3 or 4 nights from US$ 1,745pp 

• Travel by ox-cart around the river-side villages, markets 

and temples to get a sense of life along the river. 

• Evening cocktails round a village fire pit where we 

will be joined by village folk keen to show us their 

traditional dancing 

Siem Reap 

• Sail to Koh Nghe Tei (Silk Island) to study the entire 

silk-making process from worms to weavers. 

CAMBODIA 

Mekong 

• Sunrise cruise to Angkor Ban village to see how local 

villagers live and visit the library which was donated 

by Pandaw to Angkor Ban secondary school. 

Tonle 


Angkor 

Ban 

Wat Hanchey 

Kampong Cham 


Oudong 

Mekong 

Phnom Penh 

Silk Island 

Mekong 

CAMBODIA 


Land Content 

A 3 or 4 night river cruise that begins in either the lively city 

of Phnom Penh where you can discover some of the cities 

bars, restaurants and nightlife, or Siem Reap where you can 

explore the impressive Angkor Wat. If you're an early riser you 

can enjoy breakfast with sunset views on one of the most 

picturesque parts of the Mekong River whilst we travel to our 

destinations. 

............................ RV BASSAC PANDAW ............................ 


Cultural performances | Sundeck bar 

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10 | VIETNAM & CAMBODIA - Phnom Penh and Siem Reap VIEW ITINERARY 


NEW 

Saigon and Phnom Penh Short Cruise 

SAIGON TO PHNOM PENH 


CAMBODIA 

Tonle 

Mekong 

Phnom Penh 

VIETNAM 

Vietnam Border 

Chau Doc 

Saigon 

Mekong 

Con Phuoc 

My Tho 

Ben Tre 


Land Content 

This is a 3 or 4 night river cruise starting in either Saigon or the 

lively city of Phnom Penh. This cruise allows you to learn about 

Vietnamese life on the Mekong Delta and experience 

entertainment from an indigenous dance group. You will travel 

by Sampans through mangroves and bamboo to meet local 

artisans at work. You'll also travel through the lush countryside, 

and cross the border between Cambodia and Vietnam. 

......................... RV INDOCHINA PANDAW ......................... 


• Journey by sampans through mangroves and 

bamboo forests to the fruit orchards of Ben Tre 

• Short coach journey through the lush countryside 

to Gao Giong ‘green oasis’, a 1,000-acre eucalyptus 

forest and listed wildlife sanctuary 

• Explore the picturesque border town of Chau Doc 

where we visit the floating markets & fish farms 


Panorama dining room | Saloon bar 

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• Stop at a Chham Village and observe the lives of 

Vietnamese Muslims before taking a short drive 

to Sam Mountain 

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA - Saigon & Phnom Penh | 11

India 

Discover the rich culture of India's rivers 

India is a world of colour and culture. The country is 

diverse and offers so many experiences for those wishing 

to find out more. Embarking on a river cruise in India 

allows you to see this extraordinary country in a way like 

you'd never imagined. 

Our India cruises take place on not only the lower and 

upper River Ganges but soon also the Brahmaputra River. 

Both of these rivers are of major importance to India, 

offering a place of worship as well as historically 

important towns and cities forming life on the banks. 

12 | India 


NEW 

The Brahmaputra 

GUWAHATI - SILGHAT - GUWAHATI 

UNDER 

18'S GO 

FREE 

Sualkuchi 

Silk Village 


BURMA 

Guwahati 


Land content 

BHUTAN 

INDIA 

Tea 

Gardens 

Brahmaputra 

Nameri 

National Park 

Tezpur 

Silghat 

INDIA 

INDIA 

Brahmaputra 

Kaziranga 

National Park 


• 7-night cruise including wildlife safaris (one-horned 

rhinos, elephants and Indian tigers.) 

• Visit the fascinating “Mishing” people, tea plantations, 

temples and palaces 

• Enjoy the stunning natural scenery and wildlife of the 

Brahmaputra River. Observe river dolphins and birds 

of prey as we pass uninhabited islands 

• See silk production from the cocoon, to spinning and 

weaving to make the typical saree worn by Assami 

women 


The mighty brahmaputra river in Northern India originates 

high in the himalayas before flowing through the scenic Assam 

valley where UNESCO protected national parks and remote 

rural communities provide the traveller with the most 

wonderful and authentic expedition. We are pleased to 

operate this new program with safaris in search of the Greater 

One-horned Indian Rhinoceros and Indian tiger. We also visit 

tea plantations and artisan villages, temples and War Graves. 

............................. RV KINDAT PANDAW ............................. 

18 deluxe staterooms | Outside dining 

Cultural performances | 24hr hospitality bar 

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INDIA - The Brahmaputra | 13

NEW 

Bengal to Assam and the Sundarbans 

KOLKATA TO GUWAHATI 


UPSTREAM 

INDIA 

Dhubri 

Chilmari 

Brahmaputra River 

Goalpara GUWAHATI 

INDIA 

Salkuchi 

Departing between the magnificent former capital 

of Kolkata with is outstandingly splendid colonial 

architecture, the ship crosses Bangladesh in a 

two-country reconnaissance that explores the 

Sundarbans, one of the most ecologically diverse 

regions and known for its swimming tigers. Then 

leaving the delta the expedition will continue up the 

great Brahmaputra to re-enter India and continue 

through Assam to the colourful city of Guwhati with 

its Hindu temples, the country side around filled with 

tea gardens and plantation houses. 

bangladesh border 

INDIA 

Brahmaputra River 

INDIA 

BANGLADESH 

Sirajganj 

Aricha 

Padma River 

Tangail 

Dhaka 

Pagla 

BANGLADESH 

BANGLADESH 

Chandpur 

Sonargaon 

Meghna 

Ghat 

Meghna River 


• Visit the house and tomb of the canonized Mother 

Teresa and learn more about the work of her still 

active foundation. 

• Sail down the Hooglie to the Sundarbans, the 

largest mangrove forests on earth, habitat of 

the famous royal bengal tiger and aUNESCO 

World Heritage Site. 

bangladesh border 

KOLKATA 

Hooglie River 

Hemnagar 

Namkhana 

Bhagabatpur 

Barisal 

Mongla 

Morrelganj 

Harbaria 

Antihara 

Kotka 

THE SUNDARB ANS 

• Visit the "Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project", a 

breeding and protection area of the estuary 

crocodiles. 

• Explore Sirajganj, a city known for hand weaving 

and the Bangabandhu Bridge (Jamuna Bridge) 

the longest bridge in Bangladesh. 

............................ RV KINDAT PANDAW ............................ 

• Boat trip to Peacock Island in the Brahmaputra 

River, a tranquil place whose Umananda Temple 

is dedicated to Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati. 




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14 | INDIA - Bengal to Assam and the Sundarbans 



NEW 

Exploring West Bengal 

KOLKATA TO MURSHIDABAD 


Murshidabad 

Matiari 

INDIA 

Ganges 

Kalna 

INDIA 

KOLKATA 

Barrackpore 

Pandaw River Journey 


For travellers with less time to go into the heart of West 

Bengal this shorter cruise takes in a number of key 

highlights on this most lovely of rivers flowing through 

the lush, fertile and agriculturally rich West Bengal 

countryside. These include former European colonies, finely 

decorated Hindu temples, rural villages and centres of 

traditional craftmanship not to mention the Nawab’s vast 

classical palace at Murshidabad from where travellers will 

return to Kolkata by express train in around 4 hours 

• Walk through the cantonment - past the 

Semaphore Tower, Government House, the 

Temple of Fame and Flagstaff House. 

• Take rickshaws to see a group of some of 

Bengal’s most attractive terracotta 

temples, as well as the unique Shiva temple. 

• Visit the brass-working village of Matiari, 

a charming riverside village. 

............................. RV KALAW PANDAW ............................. 

• Explore the great Katra Mosque and 

Nashipara Palace before driving out to 

see the Katgola Palace. 



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INDIA - Exploring West Bengal | 15

The Lower Ganges 


UNDER 

18'S GO 

FREE 

KOLKATA - BARANAGAR - KOLKATA 


• Walk past the Semaphore Tower, Government 

House, the Temple of Fame and Flagstaff House 

• Take rickshaws to see Bengal’s terracotta temples, 

and the Shiva temple with 108 shrines 

INDIA 

Baranagar 

Murshidabad 

Matiari 

Ganges 

Mayapur 

Kalna 

Chandernagore 

Kolkata 


Ganges 

INDIA 

• Visit the brass-working village of Matiari 

• Walk through the Mughal-style garden of 

Khushbagh that encloses the tombs of Siraj-ud- 

Daulah – the last independent Nawab of Bengal 

• Carry on to visit the great Katra Mosque and 

Nashipara Palace before driving out to see the 

Katgola Palace 

• Sail up the Hoogly waterway twisting and turning 

between banks lined with mustard fields and 

mango orchards 

Explore the Lower Ganges onboard Kalaw Pandaw, visiting the 

cultural riches of Bengal with its many palaces and temples 

set amidst an idyllic rural landscape. The mid-way point of 

your cruise, Baranagar, offers a quintessential view of rural 

India and the chance to discover is charming terracotta 

temples. Before embarking the ship, and after completing 

your river cruise, be sure to take some time to soak up the 

sights and sounds of Kolkata. The Victoria Memorial and the 

Howrah Bridge are just two of the must-see attractions. 


............................ RV KALAW PANDAW ............................ 



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16 | INDIA - The Lower Ganges 



The Upper Ganges 

KOLKATA TO VARANASI 


INDIA 

Varanasi 

Patna 

Barh 

Bhaglapur 

Sultanganj 

Bateshwarsthan 

Ganges 

Mokama 

Munger 

Raj Mahal 

Farakka 

Ganges 

INDIA 

Murshidabad 

Khushbagh 

Mayapur 

Chandernagore 

Plassey 

Matiari 

Kalna 

Kolkata 


Train Journey 

Varanasi, said to be the oldest inhabited city on the 

planet, is Hinduism’s most sacred home and a place of 

overwhelming beauty. This amazing tour brings intrepid 

travellers along the upper reaches of the sacred Ganges 

river from Kolkata, India’s former capital, to Patna, with 

1st class train transfer into Varanasi for a full Indian 

Ganges experience. 

............................. RV KATHA PANDAW ............................. 


• Step inside the Bihar School of Yoga in Munger, 

one of the leading schools in the country 

• Visit Jahanigra Island, a place of pilgrimage with 

many rock carvings in high relief dating from the 

eighth century 

• Cross the Lower Ganges or Hooghly River to the 

Ganges itself through the Farraka canal and lock 

• Opportunity to spot the rare Gangeatic dolphins 

14 deluxe staterooms | Panoramic french window 

Bistro style dining | Open air lounge and bar 

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• Explore Barh, famous for Hindu ritual cremation 

at Urmanath 



INDIA - The Upper Ganges | 17

Laos 

Spectacular Laos River Cruise 

Experience the undiscovered on our spectacular Laos 

river cruise along the Upper Mekong River. 

Sailing between Chiang Khong in Northern Thailand 

and Vientiane, the French colonial capital city of Laos, 

this exciting expedition is one for the adventurous 

traveller. 

Passing sheer cliffs, dramatic valleys and meandering 

through fast moving rapids, passengers need to 

bring with them a real sense of adventure and 

flexibility as the itinerary of such a monumental cruise 

can change at any time. 

18 | Laos 


The Laos Mekong 

VIENTIANE TO CHIANG KHONG 


DOWNSTREAM 

BURMA 

Mekong River 

NORTH 

VIETNAM 

CHIANG KHONG 

Pak Ou Caves 

Chiang Rai 

Ban Bor 

Pak Beng 

Luang Prabang 

Kuang Si Waterfall 


Chiang Mai 

Xayabouri Dam 

Mekong River 

LAOS 

• Fascinating expedition connecting Vientiane in 

Laos with the Chiangrai area of North Thailand 

THAILAND 

Pak Lay 

Mekong River 

• Explore the old French capital of Vientiane 

Pandaw journey 

Long tail boat 

Land content 

VIENTIANE 

• Stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang 

Prabang with its wood carved monasteries. 

Opportunity to also visit the night market 

Travel from Laos to Thailand along the Mekong River, 

through dramatic mountainous scenery, rapids and 

stunning gorges. Visit remote tribal villages en route, 

with a two-night stop at the world heritage site Luang 

Prabang, a major highlight for many. Here you can 

venture into the spiritual Pak Ou Caves and see the 

saffron-clad monks receive alms of rice from tourists 

and locals as the sun rises. 

• Pass through dramatic mountainous scenery, 

marvel at stunning gorges and sail through rapids 

• Visit remote tribal villages in the jungle and see 

local life first hand 

................................ RV LAOS PANDAW ................................ 

10 deluxe staterooms | Panoramic sliding door 

Bistro style dining | Onboard bakery 

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LAOS - The Laos Mekong | 19

Combos 

If you have a desire to explore Southeast Asia in more depth and 

time is on your side, our combination cruises are simply perfect. 

They offer a unique and special way to get off the beaten track 

and immerse yourself in the local culture in a way like no other. 

Pandaw has three new combination cruises. 

These itineraries explore Halong Bay and the Red River in the 

stunning surroundings of Vietnam and the upper Mekong 

running through breath-taking remote parts of Laos, Thailand 

and Burma. As well as two spectacular combos in India, linking 

our 7 night Lower Ganges cruise and 14 night Ganges cruise with 

the new Brahmaputra cruise. This results in amazing adventures 

exploring all that India has to offer, including the 21-night 'All 

India' combo. 

Our combination cruise expeditions offer 14 to 21 nights of 

uninterrupted, back-to-back cruising down these unforgettable 

rivers, on our exceptional Pandaw ships. Our prices are inclusive 

of flights, transfers and hotel stays where necessary. 

20 | Combo River Expeditions 


NEW 

Halong Bay, Red River & Laos Mekong 

VIENTIANE TO VIET TRI 


Upstream 

Red River 

Da River 

Hung Lo Temple 

Viet Tri 

Thay & Tay 

Phuong 

Pagoda 

Ly Nhan village 

Hanoi 

Red River 


Flight to Chiang Mai 

Stork 

Island 

lower Red River 

Ninh Binh 

City 

VIETNAM 

Kinh Thay River 

Thai Binh River 

Day River 

Luoc River 

CHINA 

Tuan Chau Island 

Ninh Giang 

Halong Bay 

Gia Luan 

Thanh Ha 

PART 1 

BURMA 

CHIANG KHONG 

Chiang Rai 

Chiang Mai 

THAILAND 

Flight from Hanoi 



Land content 

Mekong River 

Pak Sith 

Ban Ton 

Pak Beng 

Xayabouri Dam 

Pak Lay 

Pak Ou Caves 

Mekong River 

PART 2 

NORTH 

VIETNAM 

Luang Prabang 


LAOS 

Mekong River 

VIENTIANE 

COMBO EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS: 

If you really want to immerse yourself in the rich culture and 

beautiful surroundings these countries have to offer, why 

not embark on a 21 night river cruise where you will not only 

discover Halong Bay, the Red River and Hanoi in Vietnam, 

but also embark on a cruise on the Mekong in Laos. 

• Sightseeing tour by minibus visiting the jungle 

pools and dramatic Khaung Si waterfall then on 

to a butterfly garden 

• Explore by tuktuk Luang Prabang this well-preserved 

and unique world heritage site with its many 

Buddhist temples, libraries and royal palace 

............... RV ANGKOR PANDAW ............... 

............... RV CHAMPA PANDAW ............... 

• By local boat explore the unique Pak Ou Caves, 

a Buddhist sanctuary with spectacular limestone 

cliff faces 


Panorama dining room | Lounge bar 

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14 deluxe staterooms | sliding doors 

Open air lounge and bar 

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• Visit the bustling city of Hanoi must see’s like the 

notorious Vietnam war prison known as the Hanoi 

Hilton, temple of literature where Confucius did his 

thinking and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum 



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NEW 

The Lower Ganges & Brahmaputra River 

KOLKATA TO GUWAHATI 


Round Trip 

PART?1 1 Round Trip 

PART?22 

Baranagar 

Murshidabad 

INDIA 

Nameri 

National Park 

Ganges 

Matiari 

INDIA 

Tezpur 

Brahmaputra 

INDIA 

Ganges 

Mayapur 

Kalna 

Chandernagore 

Kolkata 


Flight to Guwahati 

Guwahati 

Sualkuchi 

Silk Village 

Flight from Kolkata 

Land content 

Tea 

Gardens 


Brahmaputra 

INDIA 

Silghat 

Kaziranga 

National Park 

UNDER 

18'S GO 

FREE 


There can be no river in the world as sacred as the Ganges and an expedition on the 

Lower Ganges or Hooghly is one of the prettiest river journeys imaginable. The river 

wends its way through the lush countryside of West Bengal with its culturally significant 

towns crammed with temples and palaces. Combine this with the mighty Brahmaputra 

river in Northern India which originates high in the Himalayas before flowing through 

the scenic Assam Valley where UNESCO protected national parks and remote rural 

communities provide the traveller with the most wonderful and authentic expedition. 

• Walk past the Semaphore Tower, Government House, 

the Temple of Fame and Flagstaff House 

• Take rickshaws to see Bengal’s terracotta temples, 

and the Shiva temple with 108 shrines 

• Visit the brass-working village of Matiari 

• Take a float trip of around two hours down the Jia- 

Bhoreli River through the Nameri National Park. There 

are excellent bird-watching opportunities here 

................. RV KALAW PANDAW ................. 

................. RV KINDAT PANDAW ................. 

• Jeep safari to Kaziranga an area of approximately 

430 sq kms, this UNESCO World Heritage is home to 

the world’s largest population of the Indian One-Horned 

Rhinoceros as well as the Indian Wild Water Buffalo. 



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22 | INDIA - The Lower Ganges & Brahmaputra River 



NEW 

The Upper Ganges & Brahmaputra River 

VARANASI TO GUWAHATI 


Downstream 

Round Trip 

PART 1 PART 2 

Varanasi 

Patna 

INDIA 


Flight to Guwahati 

Land content 

Ganges 

INDIA 

Barh 

Bhaglapur 

Sultanganj 

Bateshwarsthan 

Mokama 

Munger 

Farakka 

Murshidabad 

Khushbagh 

Mayapur 

Chandernagore 

Raj Mahal 

Ganges 

Kolkata 

Plassey 

Matiari 

Kalna 

Guwahati 

Sualkuchi 

Silk Village 

Land content 

INDIA 

Tea 

Gardens 


Flight from Kolkata 

Brahmaputra 

Nameri 

National Park 

Tezpur 

INDIA 

Silghat 

Brahmaputra 

Kaziranga 

National Park 


• Jeep safari to Kaziranga National Park 

• Cross the Lower Ganges or Hooghly River to the 

Ganges itself through the Farraka canal and lock 

• Opportunity to spot the rare Gangeatic dolphins 

• Sail all day through the lush Assami countryside 

stopping for some exercise in a village of market 

gardens. 

Join us for a grand tour of India sailing 20 days along the glorious 

Ganges & mighty Brahmaputra rivers. Inclusive of flights and transfers 

between Kolkata and Guwahati, Pandaw's newest combo cruise invites 

you to experience the best of India's waterways aboard our timeless 

colonial vessels. Add on one of our pre and post-cruise packages to Dehli 

& the golden triangle for a truly 'All India' experience. 

• Step inside the Bihar School of Yoga in Munger, 

one of the leading schools in the country 


................. RV KATHA PANDAW ................. 

................. RV KINDAT PANDAW ................. 

14 deluxe staterooms | Panoramic window 

Bistro style dining | Open air lounge and bar 

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Pandaw Fleet 

K CLASS VESSEL 

The K-class dated back to the 1880s and were comprised of stern wheelers designed to reduce draft, 

their boilers placed in the bow to improve trim. Smaller than the great line steamers of the age, the K- 

class ships were used on the Chindwin and upper reaches of the Irrawaddy. Where possible we have 

reused the old IFC names and many of these original K-class ships had fascinating histories, through 

times of war and peace. 

P CLASS VESSEL 

The original P-class ships were built by Yarrows of Glasgow in the late 1940s to replace the 

ships of the old Irrawaddy Flotilla Company lost in the war. The design was based on earlier 

1930s designs with side paddles and the addition of a flying bridge. All the ships had a name 

beginning with a P and one of these was the original Pandaw that we acquired in 1998 and 

lovingly restored. 

RV Angkor Pandaw 

RV Champa Pandaw 

RV Kalaw Pandaw 

RV Bassac Pandaw 

RV Indochina Pandaw 

Built 2012 in Saigon 

Built 2016 in Thailand 

Built 2014 in Yangon 



Berths: 32 pax 





RV Kalay Pandaw 

RV Kanee Pandaw 

RV Katha Pandaw 

Built 2013 in Mandalay 


Built 2019 




RV Mekong Pandaw 

Built 2003 in Yangon, refit 2013 

RV Orient Pandaw 




RV Kha Byoo Pandaw 

RV Kindat Pandaw 

RV Laos Pandaw 



Built 2015 in Laos 




RV Pandaw II 

RV Tonle Pandaw 


Built 2002 in Yangon, refit 2013 



RV Sabaidee Pandaw 

RV Zawgyi Pandaw 

Built 2018 

Built 2014 in Mandalay 



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Pandaw 

Stateroom 

The Pandaw stateroom is the most celebrated feature of our 

ships, combining splendid colonial-era character with exquisite 

contemporary comfort. 

Finished in brass and teak, the main and upper deck rooms are a spacious 168 square feet 

(15.6 sqm), with the exception of the Zawgyi Pandaw which is 150 square feet (14 sqm). As 

the space is much loved by all our passengers, we have ensured that with each ship we build, 

the stateroom remains essentially the same. Be advised: our cabins do not have mini-bars, 

satellite TV's, internet access or telephones. Passengers tend to choose Pandaw in order to 

escape from the tiresome features found in international business hotels. 

• Fruit and flowers on arrival 

• Kimonos and slippers 

• Spa-branded amenities 

• Unlimited mineral water 

Bedroom 12’ x 10’ 

Bathroom 6’ x 4’ 

Showeroom 2’ 8” x 3’ 4” 

Single Bed 6’ 7” x 3’ 3” 

DOUBLE CONFIGURATION 

TWIN CONFIGURATION 

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PANDAW MEKONG 

CHARTERS 

PANDAW INDIA 

CHARTERS 

PANDAW LAOS 

CHARTERS 

THE CLASSIC MEKONG - 7 NIGHTS 

The magical Mekong is a fascinating and varied thoroughfare. 

Connecting the French colonial port of Saigon in Vietnam to the 

grand temples of Angkor in Cambodia, Pandaw’s 7-night Classic 

Mekong expedition provides guests with a timeless journey of 

culture and adventure. With competitive full ship charter rates, 

Pandaw is the ideal partner for your groups on the Mekong 

THE LOWER GANGES - 7 NIGHTS 

Explore the wonders of West Bengal from the comfort of a 

private Pandaw ship. Sailing along the Lower Ganges otherwise 

known as the Hooghly River, we visit several culturally significant 

towns and locations during a memorable 7-night journey out of 

Kolkata. Pandaw is offering charter clients special rates for this 

itinerary through 2024. 

THE LAOS MEKONG - 10 NIGHTS 

Explore the untouched wonders of Laos and Northern Thailand 

on this unique 10-night expedition. As one of the few remaining 

'unspoilt' regions in Asia, this is a chance to offer your clients 

something truly special. Our 14 cabin Sabaidee Pandaw offers an 

intimate and comfortable experience as you discover the warmth 

and beauty of the local people, culture and scenery of Laos and 

Northern Thailand. 

Sail 7-nights aboard the 30 cabin 

RV Bassac Pandaw along the Lower Mekong 

Pandaw charters are inclusive of crew, transfers, 

meals, guide services, excursions, fuel and taxes. 

Sail 7-nights abaord the RV Kalaw 

Pandaw on the Lower Ganges 



Can't commit to 

a full charter? Ask 

about our group 

booking rates 

Sail 10-nights aboard the 14 cabin 

RV Sabaidee Pandaw on the Upper Mekong 



Siem Reap 

CAMBODIA 

Baranagar 

BURMA 

Mekong River 

NORTH 

VIETNAM 

Murshidabad 

CHIANG KHONG 

Pak Ou Caves 

Ganges 

Mekong 

Tonle 


Oudong 

Phnom Penh 

Angkor 

Ban 

Silk Island 

Wat Hanchey 

Kampong Cham 

VIETNAM 

INDIA 

Matiari 

Ganges 

Mayapur 

INDIA 

Chiang Rai 

Chiang Mai 

Ban Bor 

Pak Beng 

Xayabouri Dam 

Mekong River 

Luang Prabang 


LAOS 


Chau Doc 

Gao Giong 

Saigon 

Kalna 

Chandernagore 

THAILAND 

Pak Lay 

Mekong River 

Mekong 

My Tho 

Ben Tre 

Kolkata 


VIENTIANE 



Land Content 


Land content 

For more information and to book, contact James, sales manager for Pandaw at jamestalbot@pandaw.com 

CHARTERS 

26 | Charters

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Enjoy no single supplement on many dates 

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