Explore Myanmar: Yangon, Golden Rock, Bagan, Mandalay & Inle Lake Tour

$2,924
Duration
10 days
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4.45 /5

About This Tour

You will see the best of Myanmar through our itinerary.
This insightful itinerary covers a lot of ground, starting from the vibrant city of Yangon and traveling onwards to the temple-filled plains of Bagan. Explore Mandalay’s ancient capitals and then fly to the Shan State, a region of stunning landscapes and colorful hill tribe groups.

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Language
Max People
10

Inclusions

  • Breakfast
    Lunch
    Dinner
    Air-conditioned vehicle
    Accommodation based on DBL/TWN sharing with daily breakfast
    Open Truck Fees Up & Down in Golden Rock Pagoda
    Inle Lake Private Boat Services
    Inwa Boat & Horse Cart Services
    English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
    Entrance fees as mentioned in the program
  • Food & drinks
  • Exclusions

  • Visa Letter / Visa stamp fee
    Domestic Flight from Yangon – Bagan, Bagan-Mandalay, Mandalay- Heho and Heho-Yangon
    Sagaing Hill Truck Fee, Sedan Chair at Golden Rock pagoda & Mandalay Hill Truck Fee
    Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses
    Any services not mentioned in the program
  • Tour Plan

    Itinerary

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    Day 1 Arrive in Yangon and sightseeing

    Upon arrival at airport, welcome by our Guide and he will be held on placard with your name on it
    transfer to Yangon Heritage Trust’s downtown office where their specially-trained guide will give a briefing about the progress, and challenges to come, of preserving the city’s buildings. Afterwards, begin a 2.5 hour walking tour through central Yangon. Starting at Yangon’s Heritage Trust Office on Lower Pansodan Road and Highlights include City Hall, the High Court and the former Burma Railways Company – one of Yangon’s oldest administrative buildings
    continue to Shwedagon Pagoda the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Although the origins of the pagoda are unclear, the local legend states that the original structure was built 2500 years ago then renovated several times until taking its current shape in the 15th century. The 8-sided central stupa is 99 meters tall and gilded with gold leaf and is surrounded by 64 smaller stupas and your guide will show you around the massive complex, explaining why this temple is so revered. Enjoy breathtaking views of the golden stupa from this vantage point
    Overnight at Taw Win Garden (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 2 Yangon - Golden Rock Pagoda

    On the way to Golden Rock, we will stop to visit Htaukkyant War Cemetery
    Arrive at pilgrim-village is a starting point to the famous Golden Rock. From our hotel in Kyaikhtiyo, we first take a truck and then enjoy the trekking to Golden Rock, it will take about 1 hour up the hill to enjoy the sunset at the Golden Rock. The famous 'Golden Rock' is a sacred, massive gold-leafed boulder delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff near the top of Mt. Kyaikhtiyo and it is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines.
    Overnight at Mountain Top Hotel (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 3 Golden Rock - Bago - Yangon

    Bago, which located only 80 km, was an ancient capital of Mon Kingdom in the 15th century and enjoy the Bago sightseeing including Shwethalyaung Reclining Buddha (55 meters long), Shwemawdaw Pagoda, Myo Ma Local Market, 28 meters high huge Buddha Image of Kyaikpun Pagoda, Chinese Kwanyin Temple and upon your interest, you can visit the Kanbawzathardi Palace of King Bayinnaung
    Overnight at Taw Win Garden (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 4 Yangon - Fly to Bagan - Sightseeing

    Bagan is an ancient city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar.
    Htilominlo Pagoda is one of the largest temples of Bagan and noted for its fine plaster carvings
    Shwezigone Pagoda in which the Frontlet Relic of Buddha was enshrined
    Gubyaukgyi Temple is the most famous temple for its wall paintings
    Dhammayangyi Pagoda (extending approximately 255 feet on each of its four sides)
    Thatbyinnyu Pagoda is the Bagan's tallest temple (almost 217 ft)
    Late afternoon, you’ll enjoy the breathtaking sunset from Shwesandaw Pagoda, the most popular sunset-viewing spot in Bagan
    Overnight at Bagan Umbra Hotel (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 5 Bagan - Mountain Popa excursion

    Mt Popa, an extinct volcano standing 1518 metres high. Mount Popa has played an important role in Myanmar culture, religion and history since earliest times. Its shrine is dedicated to the worship of the 37 Nats, the Burmese ancient animist spirits. (Climb is optional!)
    Overnight at Bagan Umbra Hotel (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 6 Bagan - Fly to Mandalay - Amarapura sightseeing

    Mandalay is Myanmar's cultural capital. The nature focus of the city is an abrupt hill, rising above a vast moated and walled square
    Mahamuni Pogada, 13ft-high sated Buddha image which is one of Myanmar's most famous
    Kuthodaw Pagoda, whose 729 marble stone slabs of Buddhist scriptures have earned it the title ‘World’s Biggest Book’
    Shwenandaw Monastery, the only remaining building from the 19th century Royal Palace. This grand teak building is known for its exquisite woodcarving
    Head to the top of Mandalay Hill to enjoy magnificent views of the city and Irrawaddy River.
    we’ll drive to Amarapura, a former capital whose name means ‘City of Immortality’. First visit a silk weaving workshop which produces exquisite handmade products and then visit Mahagandayon monastery, when over one-thousand monks reside
    U Bein Bridge, the world’s longest and 200 year-old teak bridge. Enjoy a stroll along the bridge and the fabulous views of the surrounding farms and streams.
    Overnight at Hotel Mandalay (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 7 Mandalay - Sagaing - Inwa

    visit Sagaing: Once a 4th century capital city, capital, Sagaing lies 21 km south- west of Mandalay, beside the Ayeyarwaddy River. The Sagaing Hills are dotted with pagodas and there are over 500 monasteries, a retreat for some 6000 monks and nuns. In one sense, the city is still a nexus, although of reverence and devoutness, not political power
    Inwa (Ava) : In-wa, situated 20 km (1 hr drive) southwest of Mandalay, was founded as the nucleus of the Myanmar empire in 1364 after the fall of Bagan to the Mongol army of Kublai Khan. It remained the seat of Myanmar kings for almost four centuries. Its original walled boundary was not geometric but shaped like a seated lion, similar to those that guard the entrances of many pagodas. Only a small part of this wall remains the gated section where the ceremonial hair washing of the king took place. Stood as the The original name of In-Wa, Yadanarpura, meant City of Precious Gems.
    Overnight at Hotel Mandalay (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 8 Mandalay - Fly to Heho - Inle Lake sightseeing

    drive to Inle Lake and enjoy a boat ride for the whole day. Your sightseeing will start with a visit to the Phaungdawoo Pagoda, which houses five small Buddha images. The temple is also home to an annual festival, usually held during the month of October and which is the biggest occasion held in the Inne Lake
    Nag Phi Chaung Monastery, an attractive wooden monastery built on stilts over the lake at the end of the 1850s and where you can see the popular jumping cats leap through the hoops .You also have an the option to see the Padaung or “Copper Neck” hill tribe. Your tour will continue with a visit to local shops, specializing in silk, lotus, and traditional iron work. Time permitting; you can visit a Shan paper making facility, before an overnight stay at your hotel.
    Overnight at Amata Garden Resort (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 9 Inle Lake - Indein Sightseeing

    From the middle of the lake, continue down a small canal leading to Indein populated by ethnic Padaung (“long neck women”). You’ll walk on a covered alley lined on both sides with a thousand pagodas. Continue on foot by a long covered staircase to discover the magnificent complex of Alaung Sithu in a beautiful scenery of ancient stupas buried in vegetation with a panoramic view of the lake.
    This afternoon is your leisure at hotel.
    Overnight at Amata Garden Resort (3-star hotel) or similar

    Day 10 Heho - Yangon departure

    visit Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, which is famous for its huge image of a reclining Buddha and which was built in 1966 to replace the old image built in1907. You will also have the option to visit Kandawgyi Lake and surrounding areas, which offer numerous photo opportunities
    you will go shopping at the Bogyoke market (formerly "Scott market") where you can get a wide range of Myanmar handicrafts, jewelry, fabrics and lacquer ware. Time permitting, your guide will bring you to the famous MK gems shop, where high quality gems are displayed in eight different decorated show room
    you will transfer to Yangon International airport for your departure flight

    Meeting / Pickup

    Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

    Know Before You Go

    • Public transportation nearby
    • Infants must sit on your lap
    • Passport required

    Please Note

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Not stroller accessible
    • Not suitable for pets
    • Infant seats unavailable
    • Not recommended for people with back problems
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for people with heart conditions

    Cancellation Policy

    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
    • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

    Reviews

    4.45/5
    Wonderful
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    Price (4.25/5)
    Rooms (4.5/5)

    4 Comments

    1. 4.4

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      We had an amazing time exploring the diverse landscapes and rich culture of the region over ten days. The highlights included witnessing the stunning rock formations and shimmering lakes, which created a picturesque backdrop for our adventures. Each stop was filled with delectable local cuisine that truly showcased the flavors of the area, especially the delightful dishes we enjoyed by the water. However, the itinerary felt a bit rushed at times, and we wished we could have spent longer at some of the historical sites. Overall, the experience was a fantastic blend of tradition and beauty, and we appreciated the effort that went into showcasing each destination.

    2. 4.4

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      Traveling through Myanmar was an eye-opening experience, especially with the stunning views at Inle Lake and the majestic temples in Bagan. The accommodations were comfortable, providing a cozy retreat after long days of exploring vibrant markets and the sacred Golden Rock. My only minor hiccup was the occasional language barrier with some guides, but overall, the journey through Yangon, Mandalay, and beyond was incredibly rewarding.

    3. 4.2

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      As I wandered through the vibrant streets and breathtaking landscapes, the mix of culture and history truly captivated me, especially during my overnight stays that allowed for deeper immersion.

    4. 4.8

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      Exploring the golden pagodas of Bagan at sunrise was a breathtaking moment that made my adventure in Myanmar unforgettable.

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