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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contact us for details.
Weekly
- Small Group Departure Dates & Price
Tour
code EM
Departure
periods
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4+
& 5* Star Hotels
(twin
share)
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3*
& 4* Star Hotels
(twin
share)
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1st
Oct 2015 - 30th April 2016
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£2025
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£1825
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1st
May 2016 - 30th Sept 2016
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£1880
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£1670
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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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