Minor Hotels has launched several river\ncruises that recreate the colonial romance of river travel but with a modern\ntwist. Mekong Kingdoms Cruises elevates the concept of river travel with its\nfleet of five vessels where guests can enjoy first-class services from gourmet\nmeals to plush cabins with curated experiences both aboard and ashore along the\nway. Cruises operate along the Mekong River from Thailand\u2019s Golden Triangle to\nthe ancient Lao capital and UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang and conjure\nup images of old Indochina. Adventurers can join Mekong Kingdoms\u2019 flagship\n\u2018Boh\u00e8me\u2019, a 42m, 13-cabin luxury barge at Luang Prabang or Chiang Khong located\nin the Golden Triangle. Decorated with Indochinese-inspired artwork and fitted\nwith fine furnishings, \u2018Boh\u00e8me\u2019 spoils guests with facilities including a\nsundeck, wine cellar and spa. The downriver journey takes two nights, while the\nupstream cruise takes three nights. Itineraries include guided jungle treks,\nvisit to Pak Ou Caves, a Hmong Village at Pak Beng and Ban Baw weaving village.\nIntimate cruises are offered by \u2018Gypsy\u2019, an exclusive two-cabin cruiser perfect\nfor one or more nights along the Mekong for up to four passengers. For shorter\nday trips in complete privacy, \u2018Nomad\u2019 offers couples an exclusive getaway.\n\u2018Play\u2019 is a floating lounge ideal for private events or family adventure and is\nsuitable for up to 15 passengers with sundeck, private room and a sound system.\n\u2018Monsoon\u2019 is a scheduled touring shuttle to the Pak Ou Caves with canap\u00e9s, coffee,\ntea and soft drinks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n