Halong Bay & The Red River Cruises
Halong Bay & The Red River
Halong Bay & The Red River Cruises
Halong Bay & The Red River
The Song Hong or Red River rises deep in the Yunnan mountains of south-west China to flow 714 miles (1,149km) across Northern Vietnam to discharge into the Gulf of Tonkin. It is an ancient trade route and was the route by which French explorers in the 19th century penetrated Yunnan, eventually reaching Kunming. Hanoi, capital of Vietnam straddles the river and close to its mouth lies Halong Bay, with its dramatic scenery.
Using the Angkor Pandaw in 2015 we set up a remarkable Halong Bay cruise. Connecting Halong Bay through various canals and tributaries to join up with the Red River and to continue upstream to mountainous areas beyond Viet Tri and up the Lo River, one of the main tributaries. There can be no better way to explore Northern Vietnam.
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Discover the best of Northern Vietnam
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USD 4,455
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Discover the best of Northern Vietnam
From
USD 4,455
per person
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Halong Bay & The Red River
RV Angkor Pandaw
Sister to the Katha and from the same yard delivered in 2013, the only difference with the Katha is an enclosed air conditioned dining room insi....
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Halong Bay & The Red River
Bogale
Bogale is a small city located in the Bogale Township, Ayeyarwady Region, Myanmar. It is located on the southwestern part of Myanmar/Burma on the mainland section of the country.
Chandernagore
Chandannagar was established as a French colony in 1673, when the French obtained permission from Ibrahim Khan, the Nawab of Bengal, to establish a trading post on the right bank...
Cruising The Mekong
Continue up the Mekong with Burma on our left and Laos on our right.
Golden Triangle
The Golden Triangle remains a favourite amongst travellers. This joining point between the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar is located in the North Thailand province of...
Guwahati
If you are taking one of our Brahmaputra River Cruises , one place you should definitely consider stopping at is Guwahati. This is a large city in India, in the state of Assam.
Kalna
Kalna, a city and a municipality in Purba Bardhaman district in the Indian state of West Bengal is located right by the river Hooghly (or ‘lower Ganges’) meaning there’s plenty of...
Kaziranga National Park
A UNESCO accredited site, the Kaziranga National Park is located in the Nagaon and Golaghat districts of Assam in India and a stop on our Brahmaputra river cruises .
Kolkata
Kolkata is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, and you’ll definitely want to make the most of it you’re seeking to see every side of what India has to offer.
Kuang Si Waterfalls
Also known as the Tat Kuang Si Waterfalls and Kuang Xi, Kuang Si Falls is a breathtaking three-tier waterfall that is adored by every tourist that visits each year and is a...
Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang is a beautiful town in Laos and a favourite amongst travellers. It lies where the Mekong and the Nam Khan rivers meet, and it's a stop for several of our Mekong...
Maubin
A town in the Ayeyarwady Division in south-west Burma, Maubin (also known as Ma-ubin) is an incredible place to visit. Known for its growing communication and transportation...
Mayapur
One of the best things about taking a river cruise is the fact that you get to experience many amazing places during one trip. This is something you can expect with one of our...
Murshidabad
Murshidabad is a city in Murshidabad district of West Bengal state in India. The city of Murshidabad is located on the southern bank of the Bhagirathi, a tributary of the Ganges...
Myaungmya
When boarding a Pandaw River Cruise, you can be prepared to visit some of the most beautiful places in Asia. One of those incredible places is Myaungmya.
Pak Beng
Sitting midway between Luang Prabang and Huay Xai lays Pakbeng on the Mekong. The river used to be the one major route for transport in the country, and over the years, Pakbeng...
Patna
Patna is the capital and largest city of the state of Bihar in India.
Phnom Penh
One thing that so many people love about going on a river cruise is that they get the opportunity to explore places they otherwise wouldn’t.
Pyapon
On one of our Irrawaddy Delta cruises , you can experience the small town of Pyapon on the Pyapon River, a tributary of the Irrawaddy Delta.
Rangoon (Yangon)
The largest city in Myanmar, Rangoon (Yangon) is a mix of cosmopolitan high-rises, stunning architecture and historical sights.
Saigon
Saigon is one of the key cities in Vietnam, and it’s probably a place many people find the time to visit when they’re making the most of a Mekong River Cruise .
Siem Reap
With unparalleled views of the Angkor monuments, Siem Reap has become increasingly popular in recent years. Known as the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, Siem Reap is now one of...
Varanasi
India, one of the oldest civilisations on the planet. Within its 29 states and 7 union territories, you’ll find an extraordinary variety of cultures, cuisines, arts politics and...
Vientiane
Vientiane is the capital city of Laos and a popular stop-off on our Mekong River cruises , thanks to the numerous attractions to be found in this ancient, charming and bustling...
Wakema
In the Ayeyarwaddy Division of south-west Myanmar lies the idyllic town of Wakema. A small yet bustling town surrounded by awe-inspiring greenery and wildlife, it is known as a...
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Our third Pandaw expedition met the high expectations that had been set by our two previous journeys
Solveig, Krishna and Lindsay Isaac Lalla
Hi again,
Our third Pandaw expedition met the high expectations that had been set by our two previous journeys. In March 2017, we had the good fortune to explore Laos, a fascinating land with much beauty in its landscape and people. Highlights on this trip were wandering around Luang Prabang and meeting our Captain's father. The Laos Pandaw was a lovely boat and we were truly spoiled onboard! As in the past, my food restrictions and allergies were conscientiously addressed by the kitchen. Upon our return, we were met with the good news that more dates would be added to the expeditions in Laos...hurray!
Since we regularly visit the Pandaw website, we read Paul Strachan's article about the Chindwin. As a result, we are now booked in August 2017 for a trip up this river and a journey to Nagaland. We are so excited to anticipate this new adventure. Myanmar has captured our hearts and this will be our third trip to this "enchanted" land.
Thank you so much for another wonderful experience,
Solveig Lalla
Krishna Lalla & Lindsay Isaac-Lalla
We fully intend to book another cruise with Pandaw
Bill & Michelle Hammons
What a wonderful experience! From start to finish this was a first-class trip in every way
Susan Donaldson and David Perry
What a wonderful experience! From start to finish this was a first-class trip in every way. The RV Mekong Pandaw is a wonderful river ship. The staff are superb as is the food and service. The cabins are well appointed and very comfortable as well as being kept spotlessly clean. The opportunity to visit remote villages, markets and temples and meet the locals was a real treat. Congratulations Pandaw on supporting so many charities along the way.
We boarded in Vietnam and cruised up river into Cambodia with many stops and excursions on the way. With only 48 passengers each excursion was easily and quickly executed, sometimes using sanpans to ferry us into smaller channels and other times by the crew jumping ship with shovels, creating 'steps' in the shoreside for disembarkation. Such a superb insight into real life for the river communities in both countries which form the majority of the rural population. The biggest bonus was - no mosquitos! We assumed wrongly that this could be a problem!
The Pandaw staff all seem to have a passion for their job and nothing is too much trouble for them. We can't wait for the next Pandaw experience, possibly Myanmar or Laos!
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