DESTINATIONS :

YANGON - BAGAN - MANDALAY - PYIN OO LWIN - INLE - NGAPALI - YANGON

DURATION : 11 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS

Tour Code - GAM1603

 

 

Day 1: YANGON ARRIVAL (-/L/D)

  

Afternoon arrival in Yangon. (Itinerary will be adjusted base on your flight time.)

- Meet & greet by the guide at the airport and he will escort you to the hotel for the rest.

- After check-in, head to The Great Shwedagon pagoda for the most wonderful sunset appreciation in town. 

• Shwedagon Pagoda - This 98-meter gilded stupa is the most sacred pagoda in Myanmar that is believed to contain relics of the past four Buddhas. The stupa was rebuilt many times until it reached its current height of 98 meters in the 18th century. It is believed that if a person wants to avoid bad luck and misfortune, he must pour water at one’s planetary post and he will be ensure of peace of mind and all anxieties will end. 

- Afterward, continue to Chaukhtatkyi Pagoda and take a sip to the Yangon nightlife beauty.

• Chaukhtatkyi Reclining Buddha - This 72m long Buddha image is one of the most revered reclining Buddha in Myanmar and is only a short distance from The Great Shwedagon pagoda.

- Transfer back to your Hotel Yangon.

  

 

Day 2: YANGON – BAGAN (FLIGHT) (B/L/D)

Bagan: As the capital of the first Myanmar Empire, Bagan is home to many archaeological sites. Filled with mass of 2,500 pagodas and stupas built between the 11th and 13th centuries, and surrounded by the Irrawaddy River, peanut and sesame fields, Bagan is one of the most beautiful Buddhist archaeological sites in the world.

- Check out and head to Yangon domestic terminal to catch your early morning flight to Nyaung U (Bagan). Your station guide will pick you up at the airport and take you to visit Nyaung U market.

• Nyaung U Market - some tourists find this morning market is more enjoyable than the popular Scott market in Yangon. Majority of the market area is occupied by vendors selling local's fresh produces, souvenirs and antiques. You can find bronze statues of the ancient ladies of Bagan, old lacquer ware, copy paintings of the original frescoes in the Bagan temple and hand-woven clothes in variety of wise choices. (You'll see local lifestyles and experience)

- Next, your sightseeing starts with some of the most historic temples & pagodas. (You may fresh up at hotel and rest up for a while at hotel lobby areas. Early room check-in is subject to availability. If unavailable, check-in time will be at 2pm.)

• Manuha pagoda - built by the captive Mon King Manuha in 1067 & one of the oldest temples in Bagan. Inside, there are 3 seated Buddha statues face the front of the building, & in the back, there's a huge reclining Buddha. All seem too huge for their enclosures, & their cramped, uncomfortable positions are said to represent the stress & lack of comfort the 'captive king' had to endure.
• Thatbaynyu temple - built by King AlaungSithu in A.D 1144 & is the tallest structure in Bagan. There is a rhyme traditionally sung by the people of Bagan, which runs: "Massiveness that is DhammayanGyi, Loftiness that is Thatbyinnyu, Grace that is Ananda."
• Ananda pagoda - one of the best-preserved & largest temples built by King Kyansittha in 1105 AD. It is the masterpiece of early style temple architecture.
• Dammayangyi temple - built by King Narathu (1167-70), who was also known as Kalagya Min, who murdered his own king father to take over the throne and he built this massive structure. King Narathu oversaw the construction but he never completed the construction because he was assassinated before the completion.

-In the evening, off to Myinkaba village to observe local lacquerware workshops and learn how this traditional piece of art is made. After that, enjoy horse cart ride among the villages.

-Enjoy the Sunset appreciation on the sunset viewing mound in the evening. Transfer back to your hotel. Overnight in Bagan.

 

DAY 3: BAGAN FULL DAY SIGHTSEEING (B/L/D)

Optional - Morning Balloon Ride (available at USD350$ / PERSON)
Early check out from the hotel. Your guide will pick you up at the hotel for balloon ride at 5:30am.
Enjoy your balloon ride and breathtaking sunrise over temples studded land - Bagan!
After the balloon ride, back to your hotel for breakfast.

 - After breakfast, let's start the Bagan sightseeing.

• Htilominlo - was built in 1211 A.D by King Nadaungmya (Htilominlo), the youngest of the five sons of King Narapatisithu. The king put the royal umbrella at the center of the five sons positioned in a circle and took an oath for the umbrella to bend towards the one who should be King. The umbrella bent towards Zeya Thinkha. Thus he was known as Hitilominlo, meaning favored by the Royal Umbrella as well as the king. When the prince became king; he built the pagoda at the venue of the Royal Umbrella. It was among the last built of the great pagodas and temples of Bagan.
• Shwegugyi - literally means "the Golden Cave" in Myanmar language. It is located in front of the royal palace and therefore also known as the "NandawOoPaya" meaning the "Pagoda in front of the palace". Built by King Alaungsithu in 1311 A.D, this cave temple showcases a transition in architectural style from the dark and cloistered to the airy and light. The temple is also famous for its fine stucco and carved wooden doors in the interior.
• Sulamani - built-in 1183 A.D by King Narapatisithu. The entrance of this massive cave pagoda was decorated with superb architectural works of art. There are also wall ink writings of later Innwa and Konbaung periods. Legend had it that the King spotted the place exuding ruby-like brilliance and was inspired to build a pagoda there but it happened to be a gorge so he had it filled with earth despite his mentor monk's entreaties. The monk was about to leave the kingdom when the king begged for forgiveness and sought advice to build the pagoda.

• Gubyaukgyi - the temple with a spire resembling the Mahabodhi Temple at Buddha Gaya in India. This temple is noted for its wall paintings, depicting scenes from the previous lives of the Buddha. Tourists can have a great chance in viewing the ancient carvings, paintings.
• Shwezigon Pagoda - Shwezigon is considered as the Bagan's most significant shrine, 160 feet high and 160 feet wide at the base. It is said that the structure was built to enshrine one of the four replicas of the Buddha’s tooth in Kandy, Sri Lanka. This pagoda inspires faith even today, bringing joy to the hearts of monks and laymen alike as they behold its brilliant golden color. The construction was started by King Anawrahta, but the project was not completed until the rule of King Kyanzittha.

- Lastly, head to Shwesandaw pagoda to capture breathtaking sunset - the place to end your day touring of the temples and take in the incredible sunset. After the sunset, back to your hotel.

Optional: (the show is available at 20USD per person for "Standard Ticket")
Your driver will pick you up at 6:45pm to drive to Nyaung U to catch the most sensational culture show in Bagan "Dandaree" (7pm - 8:20pm).
Back to hotel after the show and rest up for the night.

 

Day 4: BAGAN – (FLIGHT) MANDALAY (AVA - SAGAING HILL - MANDALAY) (B/L/D)

- Check out from hotel and take morning flight from Bagan to Mandalay. Your guide will pick you up at the airport.

- Then, you will start exploring this city of ancient kings, Ava(Innwa). Drive to Ava, visit the old wooden Bagayar Monastery and the remains of the Royal Palace and Fort. There are many small villages locating amid Ava’s ruins and as you travel by horse cart, you’ll get a glimpse of local life in the countryside of Myanmar.

- Return toward the city and continue to Sagaing Hill. Discover the numerous Buddhist monasteries; Uminthonze Pagoda and Sunooponnyashin Pagoda. Behold the panoramic view of Mandalay city.

- Head to Amarapura to visit U Bein Bridge (200 year old world’s longest teak bridge. Stroll along and learn about the local way of living. Fishermen in the still waters, monks streaming crimson from one end to other, locals biking from shore to shore on their way home from work, etc). Appreciate the most beautiful sunset.

- Afterward continue to the Sagaing Hill. Discover the numerous Buddhist monasteries; Uminthonze Pagoda and Sunooponnyashin Pagoda. Behold the panoramic view of Mandalay city.

- Head to Amarapura to visit U Bein Bridge (200 years old world’s longest teak bridge. Stroll along and learn about the local way of living. (Fishermen in the still waters, monks streaming crimson from one end to other, locals biking from shore to shore on their way home from work, etc). Appreciate the most beautiful sunset.

- In the evening, transfer to your hotel for check-in. Stay overnight and rest in Mandalay.

 

Day 5 : MANDALAY - PYIN OO LWIN - MANDALAY (B/L/D)

Pyin Oo Lwin - Former hill station Pyin Oo Lwin is still the perfect getaway to escape from the heat of Mandalay. Cool yourself off at the beautiful Anisakan Falls and let the natural phenomenon of waterfalls permeate your mind. Locally produced Pyin Oo Lwin wine and honey are also available for you to savour the local flavor.

- Your guide will pick you up at the hotel at about 8 am. Then, drive to Pyin Oo Lwin.                                                                                                                             

- Starts your sightseeing with National Kandawgyi Garden - the garden features more than 480 species of flowers, trees, and shrubs.                                               

- Then Visit the most amazing destinations in the city.

•  Mahar Ant Htoo Kan Thar Pagoda - located on the way to the cave and BE waterfall. Appreciate the scenic views towards Lashio from its terraces.
• Pwe Kauk Waterfall (BE waterfall) - less significant compared to Dattawgyaik, but a very pleasant picnic spot loved by many local families and known as Hampshire fall in British times.
•  Peik Chin Myaung Cave - also known as Maha Nandamu Cave and is filled with so many Buddha images and pagodas in various sizes and positions at every corners and niches.
•  Chinese Temple - Pyin Oo Lwin is also home to the famous large and colorful Chinese temple built by the Yunnan immigrants to the town.
•  Hhee Pagoda - is also known as Bamboo Image and it is made in an old, almost forgotten technique.
•  Pyin Oo Lwin Market - time for shopping! You can get all products from wines, strawberry jam and coffee to various kinds of woolen clothes; one of the most famous products of Pyin Oo Lwin.

- Drive back to Mandalay in the evening and transfer to your hotel.

 

Day 6: MANDALAY - INLE (FLIGHT) (B/L/D)

- After breakfast, check out and off to the airport to catch morning flight to Heho airport (Inle Lake). Upon arrival, your station guide will meet you and drive you to Nyaung Shwe jetty. From jetty, take a boat trip to your hotel on Inle Lake.

- After check in, starts a half day Inle sightseeing. First, visit PhaungDawOo Pagoda - one of the famous principal shrines and the important religious site in the Shan State. The pagoda houses five small golden Buddha images but they have been covered with so many gold leaves that it is impossible to see their original structure. (Floating gardens - observe how Inle locals grow vegetables & fruit in large gardens that float on the surface of the lake.)

- Return back to your hotel in the evening. A special dinner accompanied by the Shan Traditional Dance Show will be presented to you.

_Overnight in Inle.

 

Day 7: INLE - INDEIN – INLE (Boat) (B/L/D)

- After breakfast at the hotel, your guide will take you to visit Indein through a boat trip.

• Indein - a Pa-Oh village located on the western banks of the lake and travel down a small canal covered in hundreds of ancient stupas & enjoy the mesmerizing view of the lake and visit the village to get to know and interact with the simple & friendly Pa-Oh and Intha tribes and observe their daily lives. Through a small trek, you will reach ShweIndein pagoda, ancient and crumbling, ornate stucco carvings of mythical animals. 

- Then, visit lotus & silk weaving villages & traditional handicraft workshops at Inpawkhon village as well as Shan cheroot making workshop at Nam Pan village.

- Next, head to Ywama village, the largest village on the lake – home to the skilled silversmiths & ceremonial silverware. Back to Hotel Amazing Nyaung Shwe.

 - Take a boat ride back to your hotel in Inle Lake and rest up for the night at the hotel.

_Overnight in Inle.

 

Day 8: INLE – NGAPALI (FLIGHT) (B/L/D)

- After having breakfast and take a rest for awhile, transfer to NyaungShwe Jetty, drive to Heho airport in the afternoon. Flight to Thandwe, Ngapali - one of the most stunning beaches in Myanmar.

_Overnight in Ngapali.

 

Day 9: NGAPALI, THE LEISURE ESCAPE (B/L/D)

- Ngapali Beach - The Heaven on Earth, take the sunny beach breeze, tender waves and aesthetic scenery of the blue sea and enjoy the unforgettable moment. Pleasure at your own leisure.

_Overnight in Ngapali.

 

Day 10: NGAPALI – YANGON SIGHTSEEING (FLIGHT) (B/L/D)

- Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Thandwe airport to catch up your flight to Yangon. You will greeted by the guide at the airport and drive to the hotel for check in.

- Next, visit Bogyoke Aung San market (Scott market) - this popular market in downtown area offers a good selection of gem stones, traditional fabric & costumes, handicrafts, arts & paintings, souvenirs, etc. You can take some times to do shopping before going home. (This market is closed on Mondays & Gazetted Holidays. In the event when tour dates coincide with the market holidays, we will arrange
a suitable activity.)

- Next, head to Botataung pagoda - situated way downtown beside the Yangon River. The Pagoda overlooked the pleasant water front of the river. The 40 meter high golden pagoda enshrines a sacred hair relic of the Buddha.

- Transfer back to your hotel and stay overnight.

 

Day 11: YANGON - INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURE (B/L/-)

- After breakfast, check out from the hotel and drive to Yangon international airport to take your international flight back home. Have a save trip back to home!

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(Valid from 1st May, 2017 to 30th Sep, 2018, minimum 2 pax per booking)
Package Cost: start USD 2493 per person (Based on 2 Travelers)

2Pax	3Pax	4Pax	6Pax	10Pax	15Pax	20Pax	25Pax	45Pax
2493	2212	2107	1979	1901	1896	1857	1825	1773

Inclusions:

• 22 Meals / Drinks (water)
• Hotel accommodations on twin sharing basis (inclusive of daily breakfast)
• Transfer and sightseeing by private car (driver inclusive)
• Entrance fees & zone fees
• English-speaking station guide fees (except day 8 & 9 )
• 5 sector domestic flights ( Yangon - Bagan / Bagan - Mandalay / Mandalay - Heho / Heho –Thandwe / Thandwe - Yangon )
• Boat fee in Inle Lake
• Horse cart fees ( Bagan & Ava )
• GST

Exclusions:

• International Flights
• Visa fees (contact us for further information)
• Personal expenses such as camera fees, laundry services, tips
• Insurances (personal, health, travel, etc.)
• Early check-in and late check-out at hotels
• Tips for guides and drivers
• Surcharge for VISA & MasterCard payments
• The places that are not mentioned in the program,
• Terms & Conditions Apply.