Asia · Myanmar
This journey travels through the spiritual and cultural heart of Myanmar, beginning in vibrant Yangon before heading north to the aquatic landscapes of Inle Lake and the ancient royal capitals surrounding Mandalay.
This journey travels through the spiritual and cultural heart of Myanmar, beginning in vibrant Yangon before heading north to the aquatic landscapes of Inle Lake and the ancient royal capitals surrounding Mandalay. The route weaves between the country's most significant religious landmarks, offering a profound insight into local traditions and the majesty of Burmese sacred architecture.
From navigating the stilt villages of the Intha people to the vast, millennia-old temple plains of Bagan, the trip explores scenes of rare beauty, including the U Bein teak bridge in Amarapura and the sacred hills of Sagaing. The itinerary also touches upon lesser-known locations such as the Powintaung caves and the city of Monywa, ensuring a comprehensive perspective of the region's diverse soul.
The programme features a combination of domestic transfers and hotel stays with breakfast included. The pace of the journey allows for a balance of iconic monument visits, such as the Sule Pagoda, and moments of quiet contemplation along the Irrawaddy River or soaring over the Bagan plains in a hot air balloon.
13 days in the programme
Departure from your chosen airport Departure from your chosen airport. Please note that international flights are not included in the tour price.
Arrival in Yangon, the country's largest city Arrival in Yangon, the country's largest city. Your exploration begins with a stroll along the verdant Bank Street to reach the Sule Pagoda, the landmark of the city centre. The tour continues to Mahabandoola Garden and the Independence Monument. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Transfer to Inle Lake Transfer to Inle Lake. Here, you will navigate the waters to observe villages built on stilts and the daily activities of the local Intha people. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Further exploration of the Inle Lake area, including the village of Indein, renowned for its ancient sacred structures and atmospheric surrounding rural landscapes Further exploration of the Inle Lake area, including the village of Indein, renowned for its ancient sacred structures and atmospheric surrounding rural landscapes. Return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Transfer from the lake area to Heho Airport for your flight to Mandalay, the cultural and historical hub of Northern Myanmar Transfer from the lake area to Heho Airport for your flight to Mandalay, the cultural and historical hub of Northern Myanmar. Overnight stay at the hotel.
A full day dedicated to the surroundings of Mandalay A full day dedicated to the surroundings of Mandalay. Visit Sagaing, the country's spiritual heart, featuring the Swan Oo Pon Nya Shin, U Min Thone Sae Poi and Swe Taung Oo Maw pagodas. Continue to Amarapura, the 'City of Immortality', to admire the legendary U Bein Bridge, the longest teak structure in the world. The day also includes a visit to Ava. Overnight stay at the hotel.
A day dedicated to discovering the architectural and religious wonders of Mandalay, exploring the primary sites of the city and its immediate vicinity A day dedicated to discovering the architectural and religious wonders of Mandalay, exploring the primary sites of the city and its immediate vicinity. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Depart Mandalay for Monywa Depart Mandalay for Monywa. En route, a stop is scheduled at Powintaung, an archaeological site famous for its rock-cut caves decorated with statues and murals. Overnight stay in Monywa.
Transfer from Monywa to Bagan, the extraordinary archaeological plain situated along the banks of the Irrawaddy River Transfer from Monywa to Bagan, the extraordinary archaeological plain situated along the banks of the Irrawaddy River. Begin your tour of the monumental area. Overnight stay at the hotel.
A day dedicated to exploring the plains of Bagan A day dedicated to exploring the plains of Bagan. Watch the sun rise over the Irrawaddy River as stupas emerge as far as the eye can see. Visit the Manuha and Nan Paya temples, famous for their imposing Buddha statues. An optional sunrise hot air balloon flight is available as a supplement. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Continue your discovery of the immense Bagan archaeological zone, exploring the most evocative corners and the smaller temples that dot the plain Continue your discovery of the immense Bagan archaeological zone, exploring the most evocative corners and the smaller temples that dot the plain. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Return transfer to Yangon for final sightseeing or free time in the capital before the conclusion of the journey Return transfer to Yangon for final sightseeing or free time in the capital before the conclusion of the journey. Overnight stay at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport for your return flight.
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