Highlights of Myanmar
Myanmar
9 Days
Our Insider Experience
- Explore the bustling streets and markets of Bagan whilst sampling delicious snacks along the way.
- Glide on a canoe down the narrow channels to Kaylar Village which is famous for its floating gardens.
- Take in the breathtaking views of Shwedagon Pagoda, encrusted with diamonds and enshrines relics of four Buddhas.
Travel Itinerary
DAY 1
Welcome to Yangon
Welcome to Myanmar! Arrive at Yangon International Airport where your private vehicle will transport you to your hotel for check-in. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
DAY 2
Yangon – Mandalay – Mingun – Mandalay
Start early with a morning flight to Mandalay. Boat down the Ayeyarwaddy river to Mingun and visit Settawya Pagoda, built in 1811. Explore the Flower Market and buy some flowers to donate in a flower offering ritual. Visit Mingun Bell, Hsinbyume Pagoda, and Shwenandaw Monastery, once the home of King Mindon. Continue to Kuthodaw Pagoda, the ‘world’s largest book’. Watch the sun set from the top of Mandalay Hill with sweeping views of Mandalay.
DAY 3
Mandalay – Amarapura – Ava – Sagaing – Mandalay
Observe bronze casting workshops at Tampa Waddy between Mandalay and the ancient capital Amarapura. Buddha images, bells, gongs, tri gongs, and other figures such as nats (spirits) and famous persons are cast here. Visit iconic U-Bein bridge spanning the Taungthaman Lake, and Magandayon monastery, home to 1,000 monks. Cross the Ayeyarwaddy river and take a local ferry to visit Innwa (Ava) by horse-cart ride. You will visit Maha Aungmye Bonzan Kyaung, Bagaya Kyaung and Bagaya monastery. Cross Sagaing bridge to Sagaing Hill and continue to Soon U Ponya Shin Paya and U Min Thounzeh Pagoda. Enjoy a panoramic view of the sunset at Sagaing Hill.
DAY 4
Mandalay – Bagan
Before we leave Mandalay, enjoy a walking tour to Thu Ye Zay, a colourful one-of-a-kind local produce market located on the train tracks. Leave Mandalay behind to reach the terrace of Popa Mountain Resort, a perfect vantage point to enjoy views of Mt. Popa, and of Taungkalat itself. In the afternoon, drive to Bagan, visiting villages along the way. En route, shortly after passing Nyaung-U, stop for an interesting visit at “Paing” roadside shop. Enjoy a free evening in Bagan.
DAY 5
Bagan
Today’s walking tour starts with a visit to the most significant pagodas and temples of Bagan. Stop at a popular lacquerware workshop producing this most famous of Bagan handicrafts. In the late afternoon, enjoy a tuk tuk ride to a place where you can enjoy magnificent views over Bagan’s vast temple area around sunset time.
DAY 6
Bagan - Heho - Inle Lake
After breakfast, transfer to Nyaung U airport for your flight to Heho, and then to your hotel for check-in. Visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda. In the afternoon, stop at several workshops on and around the lake such as a cheroot (Burmese cigar)-making workshop and a boatbuilding workshop. Finally, stop at Inn Paw Khon village and visit one of the many silk & lotus weaving workshops.
DAY 7
Inle Lake – Hidden Indein
Glide through narrow channels in a canoe and tour Kaylar village in the middle part of Inle Lake, famous for its floating gardens where villagers mainly live on fishing and farming. Ride the long tail boat to visit Nga Phe Kyaung, a monastery famous for its extensive collection of Buddha images made of different materials, and in various styles and sizes. In the afternoon, travel by long-tail boat to the western shore of the lake to Indein jetty and visit the beautiful Alaung Sitthou area (Indein Temple Complex). Take time to explore the stupa complex itself and take some exquisite photos of this unusual place.
DAY 8
Heho - Yangon
After breakfast, transfer to Heho airport for your flight back to Yangon and then to your hotel for check-in. Visit Bogyoke Aung San (Scott) Market. Visit the heart of downtown and enjoy a leisurely walk through the best of colonial Yangon. End up at bustling Chinatown with its many shops and stalls offering every commodity one can imagine. Visit the iconic, unforgettable Shwedagon Pagoda with its golden stupas, monks, and local worshipers. Return to your hotel in the afternoon and enjoy a farewell dinner.
DAY 9
Depart Yangon
Enjoy breakfast before transferring to the airport for your onward journey.
Hotel Description
Day 1 and 8
Day 2 and 3
Yangon
Mandalay
Jasmine Palace Hotel
Ritz Grand Hotel
4/5
4/5
Day 4 and 5
Day 6 and 7
Bagan
Inle Lake
Royal Palace Hotel
Nyaung Shwe City Hotel
4/5
3/5
What´s included
- 8 nights in described Hotel or similar
- Daily Breakfast for 2 Persons
- 1 Dinner
- All flights as specified in the itinerary
- Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
- Small group touring
- All Entrance fees
- English speaking tour leader
- All Tipping
- Arrival and departure transfers
Excluded
- Any Personal Expenses
- Visa fees
- Porters
- Insurance and personal expenses such as laundry, mini-bar, telephone and drinks
Departure Dates and Rates
Additional Information
- All pricing is reflected in British Pounds unless otherwise specifically denoted and is valid at time of publication but is subject to change.
- All prices are per person sharing a double room. Single and Triple room rates available upon request.
- ‘From’ prices represent land only and low season twin share prices (unless otherwise clearly stated).
- Unless otherwise stated, prices include all government levies and airport taxes as at the date of publication.
- Dates, itineraries and prices are indicative only and subject to change by time booking.
- Private Travel prices are valid for travel during low season and will vary depending on date of travel.
- If “Hotel name or similar” is mentioned, then the hotel stated in the tour itinerary may change to one of a similar Standard.
- Some countries charge additional destination tax which are either per Person or per Night. These taxes can vary and must be paid directly at the location or hotel.
- Items listed under Booking Exclusions are NOT included in the price and must be paid directly at the location.
- All Tours are escorted by English-Speaking Guides unless otherwise mentioned.
- All Excursions are based on Join-In Capacity unless “Private Tour” is explicit mentioned. Private Tours are available upon request and with surcharges.
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