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Myanmar Adventure

Yangon – Kyaikhtiyo – Heho – Mandalay – Bagan – Yangon
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Overview

Overview

Myanmar Adventure – 16 Days
This 16-day Myanmar tour will give you the depth inside of the country, from the Golden Shwedagon Pagoda to scenic Inle Lake with one leg Intha rower, from Royal Mandalay to the Ancient Bagan. We will also experience the magnificent archaeological area of Bagan. The trip is also ideal for photo hunters with astounding beauty and charm.ient Bagan. We will also experience the magnificent archaeological area of Bagan. The trip is also ideal for photo hunters with astounding beauty and charm.

Highlights

  • Visit the famous Sule Pagoda, in the heart of Yangon, Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, and Kandawgyi Lake..
  • A scenic journey to Golden Rock at Kyaiktiyo, a huge boulder covered by gold leaf and delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff..
  • Visit Taungoo is the capital of the second Myanmar dynasty and Kalaw is a former British hill station town.
  • Visit Pindaya’s limestone cave with its maze of chambers displaying more than 8,000 Buddha statues.
  • Embark on a stunning boat trip to discover the picturesque Inle Lake.
  • Marvel at the wonderful complex of ancient stupas in Indein
  • Boat along the Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Bagan
  • Visit the ShweMyetHman Pagoda (the Buddha Image with a pair of golden spectacles) at ShweDaung; the ShweSandaw Pagoda in Pyay

Tour Itinerary

Welcome upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, we will transfer to the hotel in Yangon. This evening, we will enjoy a Welcome dinner in Karaweik Palace, overlooking the Royal Lake and Shwedagon tower with fine Burmese food and an amazing cultural show. Overnight in Yangon.
Meal: Dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Yangon

After breakfast at the hotel, we continue our guided city tour exploring the former capital Yangon and its highlights. We visit the famous Sule Pagoda, in the heart of Yangon, Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, and Kandawgyi Lake.

Discover the most outstanding pagoda in Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda. This golden pagoda is really a must-see while you are in Myanmar. Finally, finish up our day with free time for shopping at Scott Market (closed on Monday). Overnight in Yangon.
Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Yangon.

In the morning, leave Yangon behind and enjoy a scenic journey to Kyaiktiyo, 190km to the east. One of Myanmar’s great pilgrimage sites is the Golden Rock at Kyaiktiyo, a huge boulder covered by gold leaf and delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff. The pagoda at the Golden Rock is said to hold a hair of the Buddha.

Late morning, we arrive at Kyaikhtiyo base camp and transfer to the transit junction with one of the small open trucks in a one-hour ride. After lunchtime, we start an easy walk up to the Golden Rock and enjoy the sunset from this unforgettable site. We spend the night in a hotel in Kyaikhtiyo.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Kyaikhtiyo

After breakfast and coffee in the morning, we return to the base camp by open truck and head in the direction of Taungoo for 220km (Approx. 4 hours). Taungoo is the capital of the second Myanmar dynasty of the 15th century however little evidence is left to be seen. The rest of the day will be free. Overnight in Taungoo.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Taungoo

After breakfast, we will take an approximate 8-hour drive to Kalaw passing through the mainland observing the dry zone of Myanmar as well as twisting and turning hilly drive through the Shan plateau. Kalaw is a former British hill station town, with cool, spring-like weather, pine forests, tea plantations, and colorfully clad hill tribes that make this town a natural magnet. Overnight in Kalaw.

Meal: Breakfast

Accommodation: Hotel in Kalaw

On this day tour, we leave Kalaw via coach, for Pindaya. We take a nice drive through the picturesque countryside of the Shan State. Visit Pindaya’s limestone cave with its maze of chambers displaying more than 8,000 Buddha statues. We will also see local handicraft workshops producing Shan paper made from mulberry bark and traditional umbrellas made from the same paper that is used by monks all around the country.

In the late afternoon, we transfer to NyaungShwe Jetty and take the boat to our resort for check-in. Overnight in a hotel in Inle Lake.

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Inle Lake

Inle Lake, the second largest lake in Myanmar, is located 900 meters above sea level and is home to the Intha people, known for their unique one leg-rowing technique. Upon arrival, we board a motorboat for a sightseeing tour to Phaungdawoo Pagoda, famed for its richly gilded five small Buddha images and is believed to be the holiest in Inle Lake.

Our next visit on this day tour is “Jumping Cat Pagoda” Ngaphechaung Monastery. As you travel further toward Nam Pan village, cotton, lotus weaving factories, and cigar-making houses will impress you with a sense of traditional Intha life. Overnight in Inle Lake.

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Inle Lake

This morning, we will visit the unique 5-Day Market that is held in different villages surrounding the lake is our next attraction. This is absolutely a magnificent place to enjoy the scene of local tribes in their colorful clothes and experience an exotic market atmosphere.

After lunchtime, the boat will take us to the beautiful temple of Indein, located on the hill overlooking the lake. It will be definitely relaxing to walk along the corridor and enjoy the giant columns that have been left to nature for centuries. In the late afternoon, we take a flight to Mandalay. On arrival, we will be welcomed and transferred to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Mandalay

Being famous as the Buddhist center in Myanmar, Mandalay is a realm of stupas, monks, and monasteries. The most fascinating visit will be the time to behold the monks doing their worship and having meals. In the morning, we transfer from the city to Sagaing Hill and discover the monk education, visit Budda Cave, Umin Thonze Pagoda, and Sunooponnyashin Pagoda. Behold the panoramic view of Mandalay.

After that, we continue our trip with our next visit to Amarapura. We will take a walk over U Bein Wooden Bridge, the longest teakwood bridge in Myanmar. To fulfill your experience here, don’t miss your chance to take a breathtaking boat trip to sail around the serene lake and enjoy the tranquil ambiance while saving the best photos of the day. Overnight in Mandalay.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Mandalay

After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Mandalay pier, embarking on a private boat upstream to visit Mingun, famed for its huge and incomplete Phatodawgyi Pagoda and Mingun Bell – the 90 tons ringing bell.

In the afternoon, our next visit is Mandalay Palace, Shwenandaw Monastery – noted for its exquisite wood carvings, gold leaf beating workshop, Kuthodaw Pagoda – known as the world’s biggest book and finish the tour by visiting Mandalay Hill to watch the sun-set and the panoramic view of the city. We spend the night in Mandalay.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Mandalay

Early in this morning, our car will transfer us to the jetty for the daily boat along the Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Bagan – Myanmar’s archaeological wonderland, where over 3,000 ancient temples blossom from the countryside. Arrive in Bagan in the late afternoon between 15:00 and 17:00 depending on the water level, we will be picked up from the jetty and transferred to the hotel in Bagan for check-in. Overnight in Bagan.

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Bagan

We will start our day with a visit to the bustling Nyaung U Market in Old Bagan then explore the beautiful gold leaf Shwezigon Pagoda and learn about Burmese Buddhist traditions. We continue our tour with a visit to Ananda Temple, stopping along the way on the Bagan plains to admire some of the surrounding temples.

In the afternoon, take a tour of a local lacquerware workshop and learn how this traditional piece of art is made. End of the day, transfer to the sunset hill to observe the magical moment of the day while the sun slowly immerses everything in golden light. Overnight in Bagan.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Bagan

Leaving the ancient Bagan temples behind, we begin the drive to Mt Popa. Now it’s time to join in pilgrims as they ascend Mt. Popa and admire the crazy statues that line the walkway, along with the monkeys that live on the mountain. Once at the peak, guests can relax and bask in the glorious views of Bagan. In the afternoon, we will drive back to Bagan for overnight accommodation.

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Bagan

After breakfast, we will travel by car to Pyay about 350km – 6 hours drive. Today, we will visit the ShweMyetHman Pagoda (the Buddha Image with a pair of golden spectacles) at ShweDaung; the ShweSandaw Pagoda in Pyay and near Hmawza is the Thayaykhittaya (10 km out of Pyay), the scattered ruins of ancient Pyu capital, roughly circular in the form (area 14 sq km).

Near the center are the rectangular foundations of the palace walls. Outside the city, walls are four pagodas (Baw BawGyi; PhayaGyi; Phaya Ma and Be BeGyi which were built around the 5th century A.D). Overnight in a hotel in Pyay.
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Pyay

After breakfast, we take a 6-hour drive to Yangon. After discovering the local life at the busy river port, we check in our hotel in Yangon and have the rest of the day free at leisure. We spend the night in Yangon.

Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Yangon

Free time until our car arrives to take us to Yangon International Airport for our flight home. Tour ends.
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  • The itinerary can be customized basing on your interests (you can extend your stay at each location, add/remove activities)

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  • The price would vary depending on the group size, grade of hotel. Please contact us or book the tour for price in details.
  • Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Booking Policy

Price Includes

  • Domestic flight: Heho – Mandalay
  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels.
  • Private tours, transfers, and all services as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles
  • Service of English speaking guides in every location
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B-Breakfast; L – Lunch, D- Dinner)

Price excludes

  • International flights and airport taxes (US$ 10.00 per person)
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Early check-in and late check-out at hotels..
  • Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Other personal expenses.
  • Myanmar Visa fees

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancellation received 60 days or more before arrival date: 25% of total rate
  • Cancellation received from 30 days to 59 days prior arrival date: 35% of total rate
  • Cancellation received from 15 days to 29 days prior arrival date: 75% of total rate
  • Cancellation received less than 14 days prior arrival date or No show: 100% of total rate

Children Policy

  • For infant (<02 years old): FOC
  • 02 – 10 years old without bed: 35% adult rate
  • 02 – 10 years old with extra bed: 75% adult rate
  • 02 – 10 years old in twin share: 90% adult rate
  • from 11 years old: 100% adult rate

Note*: The rate for children applicable for one child sharing a twin or double room with two adults

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Our Suggested Hotels in Myanmar

Cities 3* Hotels 4* hotels 5* Hotels
Yangon Grand United Hotel SuleShangri-la Hotel The Governor's Residence
Bagan Floral Breeze Hotel Bagan Thande Hotel Aureum Palace Hotel
Mandalay ShweIngyinn Hotel Mandalay HillResort Mandalay HillResort
Kalaw Hill Top Villa Hotel Royal Kalaw Hills Resort Royal Kalaw Hills Resort
Inle Lake Amazing Nyaungshwe Pristine Lotus Inle Resort Aureum Palace Hotel
Ngapali Pleasant View Resort Jade Marina Resort& Spa SandowayResort

Note*:

  • Depending on your budget, you can choose a suitable hotel category.

  • Early checking/late checkout are not included and you can change the to any other hotels  and room type if required. Additional charge/discount will be made accordingly.

  • The list of hotels are used for our all tour itineraries in Myanmar.

  • Different hotels might be selected depending on your request.

  • Our tour price includes the ROH room at the hotel. If any special request, please let us know in advance. Surcharge is applied for higher room type.

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