Overview
Yangon - Bagan - Mandalay - Amarapura - Ava - Saging - Heho - Inle Lake - Indein
With splendid colonial architecture, emerging beach destinations and more temples than tourists, Myanmar is really is a golden land for travelers.
A history's rich and enchanting culture and a fascinating history combined with the warmest and most welcoming people you will ever meet should make a Burma tour top of everyone's wish list.
In Rangoon you find a beguiling but crumbling city with its past and present clearly on display and in equal disarray. We will show you the sparkling Shwedagon Pagoda as well as a few of the teashops and lesser known temples. You will have time to wander in the oriental bazaars to rummage for Burmese handicrafts.
A flight north will bring you to ancient capital of Bagan, one of the most preeminent historical religious sites in Southeast Asia. Awe at the sheer majesty of Bagan with the thousands of pagodas and stupas sprawled across the wide expanse of plains and at dawn and dusk, enjoy the glorious view of hues of gold reflecting off the gilded domes as you ride on horse-driven carriages or sail in the air on a hot-air balloon.
Mandalay boasts of numerous monasteries and pagodas. Witness the great display of spiritual reverence as locals pay homage to venerated Buddha statues. Explore the ancient capitals of Amarapur, Ava and Sagaing in the proximity and trek across the longest teak bridge in the world at U Bein Bridge.
At Heho, we will bring you to Inle Lake, home to the Intha fishermen and their extraordinary one-legged boat rowing techniques. Staying by the lakeside at Treasure Resort, you will immerse in the serendipity of Inle Lake while gaining an insight into the traditional crafts of lacquering and cigarette making.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Yangon
Welcome to Yangon! After transferring to you hotel set off on an afternoon city tour starting at the the National Museum and proceeding to Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda to view its 70-meter long Buddha statue. As today comes to a close, watch a magnificent sunset over the gilded dome of the holy Shwedagon Pagoda.
Overnight in Yangon.
Day 2 - Yangon - Bagan (B)
Today, a short flight takes you to Bagan where you will spend the day exploring the architectural masterpieces of this amazing town. Enjoy a horse carriage tour among the temples and watch the sun set from the upper terrace of one of the pagodas.
Overnight in Bagan.
Day 3 - Bagan (B)
Start this morning with a stroll through the lively Nyaung Oo Market before proceeding to Myinkaba village to view the local lifestyle and traditional lacquer ware workshops. This afternoon visit the countryside village of Minnanthu before taking a sunset boat cruise on the Irrawaddy River.
Overnight in Bagan.
Day 4 - Bagan - Mandalay (B)
After a short flight to Mandalay, tour the cities major landmarks including the holy Mahamuni Pagoda, whose Buddha statue is covered with gold leaf, and Kuthodaw Pagoda, home to 729 marble stone slabs inscribed with Buddhist scripture. This evening, enjoy a commanding overview of the city from the Mandalay Hill.
Overnight in Mandalay.
Day 5 - Mandalay - Amarapura - Ava - Sagaing - Mandalay (B)
Experience the grandeur of Burmese history as you visit the former capitals of Amarapura, Ava and Sagaing. In Amarapura, witness the long procession of monks and novices lining up for lunch and take a horse carriage ride through the ancient teak temples in Ava. Cross over the Irrawaddy River to the temple-filled Sagaing Hill and finish today with a sunset walk across the world's longest teak bridge at U Bein Bridge.
Overnight in Mandalay.
Day 6 - Mandalya - Heho - Inle Lake (B)
Fly to the town of Heho where a short transfer will take you to Nyaung Shwe, the gateway village to Inle Lake. As you head out onto Inle Lake behold the sight of the Intha fishermen and their unique one-legged rowing styles as you cruise past the local villages on a private motorboat. Visit the Nga Hpe Chaung Monastery, a simple wooden temple perched by the lake famous for their jumping cats before witnessing the production of traditional Intha silks and Burmese cigars in the cheroot factory at Inpawkhone weaving village.
Overnight in Inle Lake.
Day 7 - Indein - Inle Lake - Heho - Yangon (B)
After breakfast, experience the local lifestyle as you explore the bustling floating market, which rotates around the waterside villages in a 5-day rhythm. Sail along a small canal leading to the Paoh village of In Dein. A leisurely walk through the village will bring you to the beautiful Alaung Sitthou with its vegetation-covered stupas that overlooks the breathtaking Inle Lake. In the afternoon, transfer to Heho Airport for your flight back to Yangon.
Overnight in Yangon.
Day 8 - Departure from Yangon (B)
Take a morning train ride through Yangon's outskirts to witness the colorful local lifestyle. Disembark at Insein to visit a authentic market and interact with the friendly locals before returning to the city center. If time allows, browse the stalls at the popular Bogyoke Market before transferring to the airport for your onward departure flight.
Price and Notes
Rates vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
Our Essential Myanmar Tour includes:
* 7 nights accommodation on half-twin room basis with daily breakfast
* Services of an English speaking guide throughout the trip
* Horse cart tours in Bagan & Ava
* Porter fees at airports
* Private motorized boat in Inle Lake excursions
* Sunset boat in Bagan
* All transfers and excursions with private air-conditioned vehicles
* Entrance fees for the visits mentioned
Our Essential Myanmar Tour excludes:
* International ticket to/from Yangon; Domestic flights
* International airport departure tax at Yangon International Airport (USD 10/pax at present)
* Meals other than those mentioned above
* Visa arrangements for Myanmar
* Visits not mentioned in the program
* Drinks and personal expenses
* Tips and porters at the hotels
* Other services not clearly indicated in the Inclusion Package above
Creating Unique Touring Experiences
All the touring itineraries on this website have been carefully crafted by our in-country management teams and represent a series of experiences we can certainly recommend. However, we understand that every travel experience should be as unique and individual as each traveler. Our consultants are waiting to hear from you so that we can tailor or custom design a Myanmar tour to your individual specifications.
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