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Essential Myanmar

10 days - A fantastic tour including visiting the must-see site in Myanmar (Burma)...

  • Yangon (2 nights)
  • Bagan (Pagan) (2 nights)
  • Mt Popa
  • Amarapuru
  • Mandalay (2 nights)
  • Inle Lake (2 nights)
  • Yangon (1 night)
  • 4 & 5 star hotels
  • Guaranteed departure minimum 2 people

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Day 1: Welcome to Yangon, Myanmar
Our guide will meet you upon arrival at Yangon International Airport and you will be transferred to your hotel. If time allows, we will take a short orientation tour of Yangon.

Day 2: Yangon (B)
Our tour today starts from the very centre of Yangon, taking in the Sule pagoda, the Mahabandoola Park, the colonial courthouse and the city hall.

We then explore the Chinese quarter and the Indian quarter, with stops to visit the beautiful Chinese temple Kheng Hock Keong and enjoy Burmese tea. Continue along the famous Strand Road and visit the bustling Yangon harbour.

In the afternoon, we'll see the huge reclining Buddha image at Chauk Htat Gyi pagoda, and especially the Shwedagon Pagoda with its glistening stupas covered with 60 tons of pure gold. The pagoda is regarded as the holiest monument of Myanmar and a wonder of the world. If time allowing we'll saunter the Scott Market for better knowledge of local life and shopping opportunities.

Day 3: Yangon - Bagan (B)
Transfer to Yangon airport for a morning flight to the ancient city of Bagan in upper Myanmar.

Upon arival we'll tour the city's most important pagodas and temples such as Shwezigon, Ku Byauk Gyi, Khay Min Ga, Ananda, the Mon-styled Manuha, Nanbaya, Gu Byaukgyi, the city's central market and a lacquer ware village in Myinkaba.

In the evening there's a chance to contemplate the sunset into the fabulous land of gods from a popular vantage point.

Day 04: Bagan - Salay - Mt.Popa - Bagan (B, L)
After breakfast we drive east toward Mount Popa, an extinct volcano standing 1518 meters high. Challenge the 777 steps to the shrine at the top of the volcanic plug to the animistic shrine called by the locals as "Nats" and get rewarded with panoramic views of the area.

Enjoy lunch at Mt. Popa Resort then head back to Bagan. En route, we'll call at a toddy palm plantation. The remainder of the day will be free.

Day 05: Bagan - Mandalay - Amarapura - Mandalay (B)
This morning we fly to Mandalay and continue overland to Amarapura. Visit the 200-year-old U Bein Teak Bridge, Bagaya Monastery with a superb collection of Buddha statues, and Mahagandayon monastery that houses over one thousand monks. Later, drive a short distance to Mandalay and check into the hotel.

Afternoon we contemplate the spectacular Buddha image covered in thick layers of gold leaves at the Mahamuni pagoda, Shwe Inbin monastery, Shwe Nan Daw Kyaung as the Golden Palace Monastery, a superb example of a traditional wooden building. Tour Kuthodaw pagoda, known for the huge book of 729 marble slabs engraved with Buddhist scriptures. Conclude the day watching the magnificent sunset from the Mandalay hill.

Day 06: Mandalay - Mingun-Ava - Sagaing -Mandalay (B)
We transfer to the jetty to take a private boat across the Irrawaddy River towards the former capital of Mingun. Mingun is famous for its huge unfinished pagoda housing Mingun Bell, the world's largest uncracked ringing bell, and the beautiful white pagoda Hsinbyume.

From Mingun we continue by boat to Inwa (Ava) then enjoy a horse-drawn carriage to Namyint Watch Tower, the leaning tower of Ava, Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery of brick and stucco. After the impressive wooden monastery of Bargaya Kyaung, we continue to Sagaing Hills, a retreat for Buddhist devotees. Hillsides are dotted with numerous pagodas and monasteries. At the end of the day we return to Mandalay for the night.

Day 07: Mandalay -Heho - Pindaya - Inle Lake (B)
Bid farewell to Mandalay and fly to Heho. From Heho we drive to Pindaya and visit the unique Pindaya caves crammed with Buddha images from pilgrims over many centuries.

Call at a Shan Paper Umbrella workshop before transfer to Nyaung Shwe to take a boat to our hotel on Inle Lake.

Day 08: Inle Lake (B)
The morning tour by boat will take in sights of the famous leg-rowers, typical floating gardens, local methods of fishing, stilt houses, etc. Afternoon we pay a visit to Phaungdaw Oo pagoda and the weaving village of Inpawkhon and nearby attractions.

NOTE: Subject to dates and if time allows we may have the opportunity to visit a colourful local market in the Inle Lake region.

Day 09: Inle Lake - Heho - Yangon (B)
Transfer to Heho Airport and catch a morning flight back to Yangon. We'll have ample time to further explore the former capital city of Myanmar.

Day 10: Yangon-Departure (B)
Free till transfer to Yangon International Airport for departure.

Beach Extensions & multi country options available:

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Weekly - Small Group Departure Dates & Price

Tour code EM
Departure periods

4+ & 5* Star Hotels
(twin share)

3* & 4* Star Hotels
(twin share)

1st Oct 2015 - 30th April 2016
£2025
£1825
1st May 2016 - 30th Sept 2016
£1880
£1670

Prices are based upon a small group tour staying in good 4 star and 5 star accommodation. Price exclude international flights. As an agent for airline consolidators, we can obtain your international flights at a competitive rate to suit your preferred departure date. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

* Surcharge will apply to the above price during Water festival period, which is celebrated yearly for 12-15 days towards end of April.

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Price Includes (The prices shown are 'per person')

  • All flights within Myanmar including airport tax.
  • All airport/hotel transfers where specified (private transfer).
  • Sightseeing tours by professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • Entrance fees
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary.
  • Supply of bottled water provided whilst in vehicle
  • Air conditioned transportation & bottled water in vehicle
  • Guaranteed Departure

Price Does Not Include

  • International Flights: We are happy to provide flights with full ATOL Protection.
  • Visa fees
  • Travel Insurance.
  • Early check-in & late check-out
  • Tip for driver and Guide.
  • Fuel surcharges prior to full payment

FAQ and further Tour information
Please see our FAQ page for further essential tour information.

The itinerary is designed according to the most updated information of the flight available, although occasionally the sequence in which cities are visited and duration of time spent in each city can change due to local conditions which are out of our control. The above itinerary highlights the main attractions that are to be visited each day. Further places of interest may be visited during your stay, which will provide unique ethnic and cultural handcraft shopping opportunities. We reserve the right to change, amend or alter the itinerary, although we will act in your best interests to handle any amendments. Please refer to the booking form for detailed terms & conditions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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