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EXPLORE THE MIGHTY RIVERS AND COASTS OF SOUTHEAST ASIA AND INDIA
WHERE WE GO?
C H I N AV I E T N A M
L AO S
C A M B O D I A
A N DA M A N S E A
S O U T HC H I N A S E A
B U R M A
Katha
Kalewa
Mawlaik
Homalin
Pagan
Prome
Kawthaung
Aladdin Islands
Vientiane
Mergui
Halong BayHanoi
Viet Tri
Chiang Saen
Jinghong
My Tho
Phnom Penh
KratieSiem Reap
Saigon
Mandalay
Rangoon
KampongTrolach
LuangPrabang
Irrawaddy
Chindwin
Irrawaddy
Mekong
Mekong
Irrawaddy Delta
HoaBinh
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We offer our travellers unique, expeditions off the beaten tourist track.
WHY PANDAW?
W W W . P A N D A W . C O M
For over twenty years Pandaw has specialised inexploring the remote and off the beaten trackrivers of Asia, places that few, if any, can navigatewith our specially designed ships. We offertravellers a truly exclusive, unique experience.
Essentially an outdoor experience, travellersmeditate 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 friendlyatmosphere - the 'Pandaw Spirit' - for which weare renowned. We also have the highestpassenger-to-deck space ratio of any cruise shipsafloat, offering plenty of spots to relax and take inthe panorama or chat with fellow travellers.
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Learning about the culture and history, first hand,both on board and ashore is a key part of aPandaw journey. There are active walks and bikerides through the countryside and local villages,speedboat explorations penetrating deeper intothe jungle, visits to heritage sites. Passengers havemany opportunities to interact with welcominglocal communities, including visits to PandawCharity projects along the way.
Finished in brass and teak by skilled localcraftsmen and in the tradition of the Irrawaddy
Flotilla Company. All seventeen Pandaw’s uniquefleet are finished to exacting first class standardswith all modern conveniences. Objects of greatbeauty, these vessels have an ultra shallow draftand can venture where other ships can not.
We are also family friendly, indeed our expeditionsare perfectly suited to kids who gainunforgettable life experience from theirinteractions in the villages along the way.
W W W . P A N D A W . C O M
WHERE WE GO?Burma (Myanmar)Pandaw are pioneers in river cruise expeditions inBurma and still to this day very few, if any, vessels areable to carry passengers on these. We offer thewidest choice of river cruises in Burma: 1, 2 and 4night short cruises from Mandalay to Pagan; 7 nightcruises on the Irrawaddy and Chindwin Rivers; and 10and 14-night cruises from Rangoon to Mandalay.
Laos to ChinaSail on the spectacular Upper Mekong River all theway from Vientiane to China or vice versa. Thisincredible, pioneering 14-night river expedition, onlyrecently made possible, allows guests to discovercharming villages, stunning scenery, pristine jungle,the fabled “Golden Triangle” and the natural wonderof the emerald green waters of the Mekong in China’sremote Yunnan province.
Vietnam and CambodiaTake in the fascinating River Mekong and strikingcultural contrast between the bustling Vietnam deltaand the tranquillity of Cambodia on our 7 to 10 nightexpeditions taking you from Saigon to Siem Reap andone of the world’s great ancient wonders, Angkor Wat.
Halong Bay and Red RiverWe explore the key sites of Northern Vietnamtraversing the Red River delta and its main tributaries,connecting the wonders of Halong Bay with theexcitements of down town Hanoi, and then on intothe interior, well off the beaten track.
IndiaIn late 2018 we open on the Lower Ganges, in late2019 we start up on the Brahmaputra and UpperGanges and the Andaman Islands in 2020: threePandaws covering all the key waterways of NorthernIndia with their sacred sites and cultural riches.
C H I N AV I E T N A M
L A O S
C A M B O D I A
B U R M A
Katha
Kalewa
Mawlaik
Homalin
Pagan
Prome
Kawthaung
AladdinIslands
Vientiane
Mergui
Halong Bay
Hanoi
Viet Tri
Chiang Saen
Jinghong
My Tho
Phnom Penh
KratieSiem Reap
Saigon
Mandalay
Rangoon
Kampong Trolach
LuangPrabang
Irrawaddy
Chindwin
Mekong
Mekong
Irrawaddy Delta
HoaBinh
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I N D I A
Irrawaddy
Brahma
putra
Ganges
VaranasiFarakka
Kolkata
Guwahati
Jorhat
AndamanIslands
Port Blair
Diglipur
T H A I L A N DB Ay O F
B E N G A L
A N D A M A NS E A
G U L F O FT H A I L A N D
S O U T HC H I N A S E A
Red River
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INDIAChandernagore
Kalna
Plassey
Mayapur
Matiari
Land content
Train Journey
Pandaw Journey
Murshidabad
Farakka
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Ganges
Kolkata
Jangipur
Raj Mahal
Bateshwarsthan
Varanasi Zamania
GhazipurDoriganj
Rajgir
PatnaBuxar
Mokama
SultanganjBarh
Nalanda
Bodhgaya
INDIA
THE UPPER GANGES14 nights
• This magnificent 14-night cruise follows the mighty Upper Ganges and includes a variety of temples, palaces and incredible cultural experiences
• Interact with the locals of Matiari at the brass-workingvillage and witness the whole primitive process of beating out brass water pots and other vessels
• Passing the confluence of the Kosi river that flows down from Nepal, moor at the pretty town of Bateshwarsthan to visit the 8th century Buddhist site of Vikramshila
KOLKATA to VARANASI
Varanasi, said to be the oldest inhabited city on theplanet is the most sacred city of Hinduism and aplace of overwhelming beauty at the same timepoignantly moving with its cremation ghats.Varanasi is surely the goal of any ‘passage to India’.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/UGA
US$4,671pp14 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV KATHA PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
• 14 deluxe staterooms
• Panoramic french windows
• Bistro style dining
• Open air lounge and bar
INDIA
Chandernagore
Kalna
Plassey
Mayapur
Kolkata
Matiari
Gaur
Land content
Train Journey
Pandaw Journey
Murshidabad
Baranagar
Farakka
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Ganges
Hooghly
KOLKATA to FARAKKA
THE LOWER GANGES7 nights
• Travel in the comfort of a Pandaw ship and explore the Lower Ganges
• Vibrant life along the lower Ganges including temples, palaces and incredible cultural experiences
• Includes a train ride between Kolkata and Farakka
• Delightful villages, see rural India at its most idyllic
Explore the Lower Ganges or Hooghly River on thestately Orient Pandaw visiting the cultural riches ofBengal with its many palaces and temples setamidst an idyllic rural landscape.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/LGR
US$1,701pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV ORIENT PANDAW
• 30 deluxe staterooms
• Onboard bakery
• Fair trade shop, library
• Sundeck bar
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Pandaw Journey
Silghat
Guwahati
Brahma
putra
INDIA
Kaziranga
Biswanath Ghat
Jorhat
Majuli
INDIA
Sibsagar
GUWAHATI to JORHAT
THE BRAHMAPUTRA7 nights
• 7 night cruise including wild life safaris (one-horned rhinos, elephants)
• 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
The Brahmaputra river in Northern India originateshigh in the Himalayas before flowing through theAssam Valley where UNESCO protected nationalparks and remote rural communities provide thetraveller with unique experiences.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/MBR
US$2,601pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV INDOCHINA PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
• 30 deluxe staterooms
• Onboard bakery
• Fair trade shop, library
• Sundeck bar
THAILAND
Kawthaung
Coxcombe Island
Pandaw Journey
Port Blair
Havelock Islands
Diglipur
Mayabunder
SouthAndaman
Island
from CoxcombeIsland
BURMA
THAILAND
TheAndamanIslands
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
TheAndamanIslands
PASSAGE ACROSS THE ANDAMAN SEA10 nights
• Visit Coxcombe Island to kayak or swim into the enclosed lagoon
• Explore the colonial heritage of the Port Blair not missing the iconic cellular jail
• Visit villages and local communities and see folk dancing and local workshops
KAWTHAUNG - PORT BLAIR - DIGLIPUR
From Burma’s Mergui Archipelago to India’sAndaman and Nicobar Islands there is a mostextraordinary ethnographic mix not to mention biodiversity and marine life. It is also very beautifulwith many an uninhabited island ringed bydazzling white sands.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/PAS
US$4,800pp10 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
MY ANDAMAN EXPLORER
• 10 deluxe suites
• 24hr hospitality bar
• Carrara marble floors
• Coastal sailing
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Port Blair
Havelock Islands
Diglipur
Mayabunder
SouthAndaman
Island
Rangat Bay
TheAndamanIslands
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
Land content
Pandaw Journey
THE ANDAMANS7 nights
• This spectacular 7-night cruise around the Andaman Island includes an unspoiled forest, beautiful coral reeffor snorkelling and virgin beaches
• The crescent shaped Radhanger beach is great for a long walk and elephants can be encountered
• Visit the market, church and a flourishing Karen cultural life
PORT BLAIR - DIGLIPUR - PORT BLAIR
On the east coast there are various ethnic groupsincluding Indians and Karens who will provide awarm welcome to our intrepid explorers. There arenumerous beaches and uninhabited islands withcoral reefs and rich marine life.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/ADS
US$3,980pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
MY ANDAMAN EXPLORER
• 10 deluxe suites
• 24hr hospitality bar
• Carrara marble floors
• Coastal sailing
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MY ANDAMAN EXPLORER
THAILAND
Lampi Marine National Park
Naung WeeIsland
Kawthaung
Cockscomb Island
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
Pandaw Journey
BURMA
Mergui Town (Myeik)
Tanintharyi
Port Maria
Sailing the Archipelago
Land Content
• 10 deluxe suites
• 24hr hospitality bar
• Carrara marble floors
• Coastal sailing
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KAWTHAUNG - MERGUI - KAWTHAUNG
THE MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO7 nights
• Explore the little known region of southern Burma and the Mergui Archipelago on board our new classic motor yacht, the MY Andaman Explorer
• Sail to Cockscomb island with its limestone caves and hidden lagoon accessible only on the ship’s inflatable tenders (RIB)
• Journey to South Bay where you may kayak and swim off pristine white sandy beaches
• Explore the Nga Man group of islands, trek inland and spend time on the beaches to snorkel and see amazing marine life
• Visit the Lampi Marine National Park with its mangrove forests and diverse bird life
• Sail on to Naung Wee island to visit a Moken (sea gipsy)village and learn about their extraordinary water borne life
This 1963 classic motor yacht with only tensuites is the first ship to explore the MerguiArchipelago. Sails weekly out of Kawthaung.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/MER
US$3,780pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
Pyapon
Bogale
MyaungmyaWakema
Maubin
Ngwe Saungbeach
BURMA
Bassein
Rangoon
Land Content
Pandaw Journey
THE GREAT IRRAWADDY DELTA7 nights
• Enjoy sailing the labyrinth of waterways with their unique habitat, flora and fauna (potentially including the famous Irrawaddy dolphin and salt water crocodiles)
• Charming riverine towns and the city of Bassein with colonial ruins and riverfront teahouses, famous for its waxed cloth parasols made by the monks
• Travel the Twante Canal to the Yangon River and Rangoon, the country’s former capital and main port, rich in temples, churches and mosques
RANGOON - BASSEIN - RANGOON
Pandaw’s latest adventure is a voyage into theheart of the vibrant and varied delta “the ricebasket of Asia” and home of the ancient Mon race.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/GID
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US$1,905pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV KALAW PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
• 18 deluxe staterooms
• Outside dining
• Bistro style dining
• 24hr hospitality bar
RV PANDAW II
• 24 deluxe staterooms
• Sundeck bar
• Onboard bakery
• Saloon bar
BURMA
Danupyu
Yandabo
Mingun
Kyauk-Myoung
Sale
Magwe
Thayetmyo
Prome
Myanaung
Inle Lake
Mandalay
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THE IRRAWADDY14 nights
• Sail 1,000 miles from Rangoon to the city of Prome on the edge of the Delta to Pagan and then onto Mandalay and Mingun
• Explore delta creeks and stop at Donabyu, busy with its bustling markets and then Zalon city with its beautiful Golden Buddha image
• Visit the 5th – 8th century archaeological site of Thiri-yakittiya, former centre of Burma’s earliest inhabitants, the Pyu civilization
• Explore the historical city of Pagan, formerly the capital of the Kingdom of Pagan, with over 3,000 listed monuments
• Pass through the lush teak forests around Prome, through the near desert of Middle Burma before reaching the former King’s capital Mandalay
RANGOON to MANDALAY
A fortnight on the 'Road to Mandalay', fromRangoon to the old capital, seeing all Burma,in the best tradition of the Irrawaddy Flotilla's mail steamers.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/IRA
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US$5,391pp14 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV ZAWGYI PANDAW
BURMA
Mawlaik
Sitthaung
Toungdoot
MingkinMonywa Mandalay
RangoonLand content
Flights
Homalin
Pandaw Journey
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• 10 deluxe staterooms
• Panoramic french window
• Bistro style dining
• Open air lounge and bar
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MONYWA to HOMALIN
THE CHINDWIN7 nights
• Sail along the stunning Chindwin river, taking in the stunning forests and mountainous scenery, stopping at delightful unspoilt little towns along the way
• Explore Mingkin, often described as the Luang Prabang of Chindwin, with its sumptuously decorated KonBaung court style teak monasteries
• End the cruise at Homalin, the capital of Nagaland, close to the Indian border
• Opportunity to sail beyond Homalin and extend your stay, in the months of August and September, by adding a 7 night cruise to Nagaland famous for its fierce and distinctive Naga warriors
The Chindwin is one of the most beautiful rivers ofSoutheast Asia, carving its way through mountains,monuments and forests. Visit little known townsenroute to Homalin, the capital of Nagaland andclose to the Indian border.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/CHD
US$3,307pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV KALAY PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
• 5 deluxe staterooms
• Outside dining
• Bistro style dining
• 24hr hospitality bar
Tagaung
Katha
Yandabo
Mingun
Amarapura
Kyauk-Myoung
Khanyat
BURMA
Mandalay
Pagan
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PAGAN & THE UPPER IRRAWADDY10 nights
• Sail the remote Upper Irrawaddy river, a truly relaxed and spectacular off the beaten track journey
• Explore the magnificent temples of historical Pagan with over 3,000 listed monuments
• Journey all the way to Katha, nearly 1000 miles from Rangoon and once the home to George Orwell and the setting for his book Burmese Days
• Take in the highlights of Mandalay and the scenic and remote Upper Irrawaddy
• Visit several enchanting local towns and villages on the way
PAGAN- KATHA- MANDALAY
From the magnificent temples of Pagan past thetreasure of Mandalay, we penetrate the real upperBurma all the way to Katha with its colonialvestiges and nearby elephant camps.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/PUI
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US$3,780pp10 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV PANDAW II SHIP MAY VARY
Yandabo
Mingun
Amarapura & U Bein Bridge
BURMA
Pakokku
Sagaing
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Mandalay
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BURMA
• 24 deluxe staterooms
• Sundeck bar
• Onboard bakery
• Saloon bar
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PAGAN to MANDALAY
MANDALAY PAGAN PACKET7 nights
• Travel along the Irrawaddy River between Pagan and Mandalay, the 2 historic royal capitals
• Discover historical Pagan and its countless listed monuments – with 2 nights moored here
• Explore Mandalay and key sites nearby including Mingun
• Visit Yandabo village, famous for its production of terracotta pottery from the river bank clay
• Take an excursion to Amarapura with a picturesque walk in the Sagaing Hills with its many hermitages and nunneries and see the iconic U Bein Bridge
Discover the vastness of the Irrawaddy Riverbetween the historic royal capitals of Pagan andMandalay and explore the small towns and villagesof lost Burma on the way.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/MPP
US$1,611pp7 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV LAOS PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
• 10 deluxe staterooms
• Panoramic sliding door
• Bistro style dining
• Open air lounge and bar
THAILAND
BURMA
LAOS
NORTHVIETNAM
CHINA
Pak Lai
Luang Prabang
Pak Ou Caves
Pak Beng
Vientiane
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LAOS MEKONG10 nights
• Fascinating expedition connecting Vientiane in Laos with the Chiangrai area of North Thailand
• Explore the old French capital of Vientiane
• Two-night stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang with its wood carved monasteries. Opportunity to also visit the night market
• 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
VIENTIANE to CHIANG SAEN
Travel from Laos to Thailand through dramaticmountainous scenery, rapids and stunning gorges,visiting remote tribal villages enroute, with a 2-night stop at the world heritage site LuangPrabang.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/LMK
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US$3,780pp10 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
Pandaw Journey
RV SABAIDEE PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
Mekong
Mekong
Mekon
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Vientiane
Jinghong
Ban Dom MoonGuan Lei
Pandaw Journey
Ban PaklayPak Lai
Luang Prabang
Pak Ou Caves
Pak BengChian Saen
Tachilek
THAILAND
BURMA
LAOS
NORTHVIETNAM
CHINA
• 14 deluxe staterooms
• Panoramic sliding door
• Bistro style dining
• Open air lounge and bar
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LAOS to CHINA
THE MEKONG FROM LAOS TO CHINA14 nights
• An incredible, pioneering three country river expedition sailing the length of the navigable sections of the Mekong River from Vientiane in Laos to Jinghong in China
• Discover charming villages, stunning scenery, the pristine jungle and The Golden Triangle enroute
• Observe the very different emerald green Mekong in China’s Yunnan province
• Overnight stops in Luang Prabang, Chiang Saen and Jinghong
• Combine this itinerary with our ‘Classic Mekong’ cruise from Saigon to Siem Reap, allowing you to explore the length of the Mekong in one great adventure
Sail the Upper Mekong River all the way fromLuang Prabang to Jinghong on a pioneeringexpedition through Laos and Thailand to China'sYunnan province.
Note: Until April 2019 the itinerary goes from Luang Prabang toJinghong or vv. From September 2019 the itinerary goes fromVientiane to Jinghong or vv.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/LTC
US$4360pp14 nights from
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
RV ANGKOR PANDAW
HALONG BAY & RED RIVER10 nights
• See the wonders of Halong Bay, the excitement of down town Hanoi, and then sail on into the interior, well off the beaten track
• The ideal way to explore northern Vietnam by river ship traversing the Red River and its tributaries taking in the region’s highlights along the way
• Moor in Hanoi, giving you plenty of time and the opportunity to explore this lively city
• Explore and see first-hand the picturesque limestone islands around Halong Bay
• Travel as far as navigable up the Song Red River and then down the little known Da or Black River a place where no other tourist craft operates
HALONG BAY to HOA BINH
Explore the highlights of northern Vietnam byriver, from Halong Bay and its dramatic limestoneislands, navigate the Song or Red River and the Da or Black River with a 2-night stop in Hanoi citycentre.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/HLB
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US$2,925pp10 nights from
• 16 deluxe staterooms
• Fair trade shop
• Panorama dining room
• Lounge bar
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
NORTHVIETNAM
Hoa Binh
Tuan Chau IslandViet Tri
Gia Luan
Halong Bay
Than Hai
Tien Du
Hung Lo Temple
Duong Lam Village
Thay & Tay PhuongPagoda
Ly Nhan village
Hanoi
Kinh Thay RiverThai Binh River
LuocRiver
lower Red River
Red River
DaRiver
Red River
Pandaw Journey
NORTHVIETNAM
RV MEKONG PANDAW SHIP MAY VARY
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SAIGON to SIEM REAP, via PHNOM PENH
Kampong Cham
Kratie
Dolphin Grounds
Cambodia Border Saigon
Siem Reap
Land Content
Pandaw Journey
Silk Island
Ben TreMy Tho
VIETNAM
CAMBODIA
Phnom Penh
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Tan Chau
RognkM
Tnklo
Cho Lach
Con PhuocGao Giong
CLASSIC MEKONG7 nights
• Take a classic expedition along the iconic Mekong River between French colonial Saigon and the monument of Angkor at Siem Reap
• Journey along the Mekong Delta and take in the hive of activity of human life along this stretch of the journey, including floating markets, fishing towns and villages
• 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
• Explore the Tonle River visiting a silver making village, Kampong Trolach, and Chong Koh, taking in the vibrant local life to be viewed along the river bank
• Visit Kratie and the Mekong dolphins, places no other river cruise visits
Journey through the Mekong Delta, stopping atPhnom Penh, and up the Tonle River. In high-waterseason visit Kratie and the Mekong river dolphins.
No single supplement on selected dates
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/CMK
US$1,840pp7 nights from
• 24 deluxe staterooms
• Sundeck bar & Saloon bar
• Library, gym, spa
• Fair trade shop, cinema
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
COM
BOEX
PEDITION
US$5,320pp
15 nights from
3 Onboard K & MY class vessels *
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
This scenic expedition combines two very remote destinations. The Mergui Archipelago with its 800 islands, one of those areas thatremain almost totally unvisited by foreigners and the Irrawaddy Delta. The Delta covers an area of over 1000 square miles withRangoon, its most famous port and capital of all Burma from 1886 to2005. Originally a vast inhabited wetland and jungle, much of it wascleared and cultivated by the British who annexed Lower Burma in1855. It subsequently became the rice basket of Asia, effectivelyfeeding much of the Indian Raj.
This trip includes flights from Kawthaung to Rangoon.
KAWTHAUNG to THE MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO&
RANGOON to BASSEIN to RANGOON
THAILAND
Lampi Marine National Park
Naung WeeIsland
Kawthaung
Cockscomb Island
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
Flight to Rangoon
Pandaw Journey
BURMA
PART 2PART 1
Mergui Town (Myeik)
Tanintharyi
Port Maria
Sailing the Archipelago
Land Content
Ngwe Saungbeach
Land Content
Pyapon
Bogale
WakemaMaubin
Bassein
Rangoon
Flight from Kawthaung
Pandaw Journey
Myaungmya
BURMA
PART 2
MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO & IRRAWADDY DELTA15 nights
20Quick link - www.pandaw.com/MDT
COM
BOEX
PEDITION
US$6,505pp
21 nights from
3 Onboard two K class vessels *
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
For the first-time travellers will be able to explore the key sites ofNorthern Vietnam by river ship traversing the Red River delta and itsmain tributaries, connecting the wonders of Halong Bay with theexcitements of down town Hanoi. This is a combination of scenicbeauty, lively and interesting life of the river and exploring rivers whereno other tourist craft operates. Combine this with a three-countryexpedition as we will traverse Laos to touch Thailand and Burma atthe once notorious Golden Triangle. From Vientiane, the old Frenchcapital, and so redolent of L’Indochine, beyond Luang Prabang,Pandaw is the first river expedition since pre-war days to cross all Laos.
Includes flight between Hanoi and Vientiane or v.v. with a one-night hotel stay.
HALONG BAY to HOA BINH &
VIENTIANE to CHIANG SAEN
PART 1
VIETNAM
Tuan Chau IslandViet Tri
Gia Luan
Halong Bay
Thanh Ha
Hung Lo Temple
Ly Nhan village
Hanoi
Kinh Thay RiverThai Binh River
Luoc River
lower Red River
Red River
DaRiver
Red River
Flight to Vientiane
Pandaw Journey
Thay & Tay PhuongPagoda
Upstream
StorkIsland
Ninh Binh City
Ninh Giang
Day River
PART 2
THAILAND
BURMA
LAOS
NORTHVIETNAM
CHINA
Pak Lai
Luang Prabang
Pak Ou Caves
Pak Beng
Vientiane
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PART 2
Chiang Saen
HALONG BAY, RED RIVER & LAOS MEKONG21nights
21Quick link - www.pandaw.com/HBL
US$6,808pp
15 nights from
3 Onboard K & MY class vessels *
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
Chindwin, the loveliest of rivers. In the past we only offered this during
the monsoon due to water levels, but now our ultra-low draught
Pandaws can sail through to February. The river carves its way through
mountains and forests and we stop at delightful unspoiled little towns.
Combining this with the Mergui Archipelago with its 800 islands, one
of those areas that remain almost totally unvisited by foreigners.
Includes flight to Yangon and Kawthaung and hotel stay in Rangoon.
CHINDWIN MONYWA to HOMALIN &
KAWTHAUNG to THE MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO
Mawlaik
Sitthaung
Toungdoot
Mingkin
Monywa Mandalay
Rangoon
Homalin
PART 1
Flight from Homalin
Pandaw Journey
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Phowin Taung
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Lampi Marine National Park
Naung WeeIsland
Kawthaung
Cockscomb Island
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
Flight to Rangoon
Pandaw Journey
BURMA
Mergui Town (Myeik)
Tanintharyi
Port Maria
Sailing the Archipelago
Land Content
PART 2
CHINDWIN & MERGUI ARCHIPELAGO15nights
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US$5,255pp
15 nights from
3 Onboard P class vessels *
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
There can be no river in the world as sacred as the Ganges and anexpedition on the Lower Ganges or Hooghly is one of the prettiestriver journeys imaginable. The river wends its way through the lushcountryside of West Bengal with its culturally significant townscrammed with temples and palaces. A rich and vibrant rural lifeabounds and there is never a dull moment as we sedately ply thispleasant waterway. Combine this with the mighty Brahmaputra riverin Northern India which originates high in the Himalayas beforeflowing through the scenic Assam Valley where UNESCO protectednational parks and remote rural communities provide the traveller withthe most wonderful and authentic expedition.
This trip includes flights from Kolkata to Jorhat.
KOLKATA to FARAKKA&
JORHAT to GUWAHATI
GANGES & BRAHMAPUTRA 15 nights
INDIA
Chandernagore
Kalna
Plassey
Mayapur
Kolkata
Matiari
Gaur
Land content
Train Journey
Pandaw Journey
Murshidabad
Baranagar
Farakka
Hoog
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Ganges
Hooghly
PART 1
Flight to Jorhat
Upstream
PART 2
SilghatGuwahati Brahma
putra
INDIA
Kaziranga
Biswanath Ghat
Jorhat
Majuli
INDIA
Sibsagar
Flight from Kolkata
Pandaw Journey
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INDIA
Chandernagore
Kalna
Plassey
Mayapur
Kolkata
Matiari
Gaur
Land content
Train Journey
Pandaw Journey
Murshidabad
Baranagar
Farakka
Hoog
hly
Ganges
Hooghly
PART 1
Flight to Port Blair
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
Port Blair
Havelock Islands
Diglipur
Mayabunder
SouthAndaman
Island
T H E A N D A M A N
S E A
TheAndamanIslands
Rangat Bay
PART 2
Land content
Pandaw Journey
Flight from Kolkata
US$6,712pp
14 nights from
3 Onboard P & MY class vessels *
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
Quick link - www.pandaw.com/GAD
Explore all of Southern Burma with a loop round the Great IrrawaddyDelta on a Pandaw and then fly down to Kawthaung, the country'ssouthernmost tip, to sail back up to Rangoon on the glamorousAndaman Explorer.
This is a real opportunity to see these rarely visited regions that arefull of cultural and scenic interest.
This trip includes flights from Kolkata to Port Blair.
FARAKKA to KOLKATA&
PORT BLAIR to DIGLIPUR to PORT BLAIR
GANGES RIVER & ANDAMAN ISLANDS14nights
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US$6,390pp
17 nights from
3 Onboard two K class vessels *
3 Excursions
3 Tea & Coffee
3 All meals
3 Expert guides
Chindwin, the loveliest of rivers. Our objective, Homalin is the capitalof Nagaland and close to the India border. The river carves its waythrough mountains and forests and we stop at delightful unspoiledlittle towns. Combine this with the scenic and remote UpperIrrawaddy. We journey off the beaten track for 10-nights all the way toKatha once home to George Orwell and the setting for Burmese Days.Other highlights will be passage through the 3rd and 2nd defiles.
Includes flight between Kalewa and Mandalay.
MONYWA to KALEWA&
MANDALAY to KATHA to PAGAN
CHINDWIN & THE UPPER IRRAWADDY 17 nights
Tagaung
Katha
Yandabo
Mingun
Ava
Kyauk-Myoung
Khanyat
BURMA
Mandalay
Pagan
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Kalewa
Mawlaik
Phowin Taung Hill
Monywa
Mingkin
Flights
Pandaw Journey
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FAMILY & FRIENDSCHARTERS
Smaller ships, like the five cabin river yacht Kalay Pandaw, designed by Paul Strachan for hisown family and friends, are perfect for private charters.
You can make your own itinerary and take your own time to explore the things that interestyou, your family and friends. All our river ships come with mountain bikes and there is plentyfor younger family members to do ashore or afloat.
Consider the mega yacht Andaman Explorer that wends it way around the lagoons and atollsof the one thousand island Mergui Archipelago. Explore a unique marine world by Zodiac,kayak or snorkeling with your own family and a few close friends.
The demographic of the solo traveller has changeddramatically over the past ten years. Pandaw hastailored several of its expeditions in response tothis growing demand from independent explorers,offering adventure on the Irrawaddy, the Chindwinand the Mekong, within the secure environment ofa small group of like-minded people. Oftenpenalised by the travel industry with high singlesupplements, we prefer to look after our gueststravelling alone by offering a cabin for single use atno additional cost on many of our river routes. Weenjoy a loyal following of solo travellers who havethe opportunity to safely discover the relativelyuncharted territories of South East Asia, whileappreciating the personal attention and casualambience on board our small ships. Please checkour website for current offers.
GOINGSOLO
A special opportunity to share an educationalfamily adventure on selected dates and riversduring school holidays. Explore Asia in the comfortof a Pandaw vessel including daily excursions, fullboard, cultural performances, movie nights and free mountain bikes to explore rural villages,temples and countryside.
FIRST CABIN: Two adults pay full price
SECOND CABIN: One or two children betweenthe ages of 5 and 18 travel for free
HOW TO BOOK: Select one of the dates andbook at pandaw.com or with your local travel agent.
Send passport scans of the children [email protected] so we can adjust
the price for the 2nd free cabin.
UNDER 18sTRAVEL FREE
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Pandaw invites you to join our Members Club and enjoy loyalty privileges as a valued previousguest. With approximately 47% of our guests returning to experience our unique service, often
several times, Pandaw would like to reward your support.
BECOME A MEMBER
• Complimentary Unlimited House Wine Package on joining
• USD100 discount per person on any pre or post expedition booking
• Featured discounts exclusive to Pandaw Members Club on our website
• USD50 credit per person for personal laundry services on board
Becoming a member is easy. If you book directly, just sign in to www.pandaw.com and click our JOIN NOW button. If you book through a Travel Agent then simply register your name and emailaddress after clicking the JOIN NOW button and Pandaw will issue you a Member ID which yourTravel Agent can enter with your passenger information.
The Members Club is a complimentary program offered to all guests who have previously sailedwith Pandaw and applies to all future bookings made from the launch of this program on 12thMay 2017.
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