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Destinations: Yangon/Bagan/Mandalay/Heho/Inle
Myanmar tour 7 days is designed for whom want to get the best of Myanmar in a short time. This 7-day tour of Myanmar combines the most beautiful attractions of Myanmar with a perfect touch to country`s highlight covering the landscapes, culture and local hospitality.
Joining this trip, you will uncover the treasures of mysterious Myanmar. This itinerary includes the four most important cultural and mystical destinations in Myanmar: Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay and Inle. The country of Myanmar is rich in history and culture, yet relatively untouched by tourism. Now is definitely the time to visit, while you can still see the elegant temples and other sites with very few others around.
Myanmar will be Asia’s next fabulous destination for visitors who prefer to travel independently and prefer the luxury of privacy over joining traditional tour groups. You will experience and interact with the local culture, heritage, and local people on a deeper level.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner, G = Guide
Day 1: Yangon arrival (G)
Arrive Yangon, and you will be welcomed by your guide and transfer to hotel. Arrive Hotel and check in hotel. Then enjoy a walk through downtown Yangon where most of the colonial buildings such as city hall, Mahabandoola park, high court and telegraphic office are holding an elegant beauty of Yangon. Stopover at the Strand Hotel and feel the warmth and atmosphere of British era. Continue visit to Pansoedan jetty serving locals living across the Yangon River. Then visit Boggyoke Aung San (Scott) market famous for its colonial architecture and inner cobblestone streets. It is one of the major bazaars in Yangon and built in 1926 by the British. You can buy from a simple Myanmar slipper to a jewelry crown there. This evening visit to the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda of Rudyard Kipling fame and one of Myanmar’s most sacred places. The massive bell shaped stupa is plated with gold and the tip of the stupa is set with diamonds and rubies, sapphires and topaz – a stunning sight as the sun sets and a most fitting place to begin our trip in this “Golden Land”. After visiting Shwedagon pagoda, transfer to you hotel and overnight at the hotel in Yangon.
Meals : None
Day 2: Yangon/Bagan (by flight) (B, G)
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for your flight to Bagan. Arrive Bagan and check in hotel. After taking rest for a while, depart for a sightseeing excursion around the Bagan Archaeological Zone World Heritage Area. A comprehensive exploration of Bagan includes NyaungOo market; Shwezigon Pagoda, the prototype of later Myanmar stupas; KyansitthaUmin; Wet-kyi-inn Gubyaukgyi Temple with exquisite mural painting of 13th century and Htilominlo Temple. In the afternoon, after a visit to lacquer ware workshops; continue to Manuha Temple built by exile King Manuha; Nanphaya, said to have been the residence of King Manuha; Ananda Temple, architectural masterpiece and Oak-Kyaung monastery decorated with multi colour mural paintings. Enjoy the breathtaking sunset from one of the temple of Bagan. Overnight at the hotel in Bagan.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3: Bagan (B, G)
After breakfast at the Hotel, explores full day sightseeing to Nan Da Min Nya Pagoda, Kyat KanMonastery , Pha Yar Thone Su Pagoda , Lay Myat Hna Pagoda , Min Nan Thu Village , Myin Ka Bar Village to observe the Lacquer Ware and Puppet Tapestry, Manuha Phaya which was built by King Manuha, Nan Paya and some famous temples. At the end of the day, enjoy the sunset view at Buu Phayar. And proceed to enjoy dinner at a good local restaurant in your own account. Stay overnight at the Hotel in Bagan.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4: Bagan/Mandalay (by flight) (B, G)
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for your flight to Mandalay. Arrive Mandalay and drive to ancient capital of Amarapura, the city of Immortality for a visit to Mahagandaryon Monastery with a famous collection of Buddha images; weaving industries, two-century old U-Bein teak bridge on the Taungtaman Lake and observe the lunch process of thousand of monks who take their last meal of the day at 10:00 am in total silence. Proceed to Mandalay and check in at the hotel.After refreshment, you will take a sightseeing tour of Mandalay which includes Mahanumi, a life like Buddha image. Mandalay is the last capital of Myanmar and that make her to be the best place to see all the traditional arts and crafts. Start visiting gold leaf making work-place and see how the gold leaf is being made by hand in a traditional way. Continue visit the Old Palace grounds; Kuthodaw Pagoda, known as the world’s largest book for its 729 marble slabs inscribed with the Buddha’s Doctrine; Golden Palace Monastery, noted for its exquisite wood carvings and enjoy the panoramic view of the city from Mandalay Hill. Stay overnight at the hotel.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 5: Mandalay/Heho/Inle (by flight) (B, G)
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to airport for your flight to Heho. Arrive Heho and we will continue to Inle by road. Upon arrival, you will be picking up and transfer to Naung Shwe Jetty. Then, proceed exploring the boat trip to Phaungdaw Oo Pagoda, the most venerable pagoda in Inle Lake (Live Water Lake). And you can enjoy the Unique Leg-Rowers with their Fishing Canoes and Special Fishing Methods in Inle Lake. Then, proceed to Inn Paw Khon village to observe the Silk Weaving, Handicrafts, and Ywama Village (Pataung Ethnic Village) where you can see The Tradition of Long Neck Pataung People. And precede sightseeing to the Natural Floating Garden where grow Vegetables and Fruits on the surface of the Inle Lake. And visit to Jumping Cat Monastery (Nga Hpe Chaung monastery) which is situated at the western part of the Inle Lake. After all sightseeing, return to the Hotel and stay overnight at the Hotel in the Lake.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 6: Inle/Heho/Yangon (by flight) (B, G)
After breakfast, start the trip to Indein villages where enjoy the green firms, and proceed to Htanpai village where Pao people live there. And proceed to Bamboo villages that you can see the streams and 1050 pagodas which were built 17th Century ago and other tourist sites. And proceed to Ywamagyi Monestry, Kyaesarkone village which is fishing village and the Natural Floating Garden where grow Vegetables and Fruits on the surface of the Inle Lake. After all, transfer to airport for your flight to Yangon. Arrive Yangon and stay overnight at hotel in Yangon.
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 7: Yangon departure (B, G)
After breakfast at hotel, free and easy on your own way until you will be picked up to transfer to airport for your departure flight.
atural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and outstanding geological and geomorphic values, visit colorful ethnic markets. And have plenty of time to just relax amid some of the most beautiful beach in Thailand.
Group of people | 2 | 3-5 | 6-9 | 10-15 | Single supplement |
3-star hotels | 1,489 | 1,180 | 1,226 | 990 | 350 |
4-star hotels | 1,704 | 1,578 | 1,435 | 1,347 | 542 |
5-star hotels | 1,970 | 1,838 | 1699 | 1,613 | 791 |
Validity until: December 31, 2015
Our Service Inclusive of:
→ 06 Nights accommodation on double/twin room basis with daily breakfast
→ English language station/ different guide speaking accompany guide
→ 04 domestic flights // Yangon-Bagan// Bagan-Mandalay//Mandalay- Heho// Heho- Yangon // on either Air Mandalay, Yangon Airways, Air Kanbawza, Asian Wings or Air Bagan including insurance surcharges
→ Government Taxes + Services Charges
→ Domestic airport taxes
→ Private air-conditioned car during sightseeing and airport in & out transfer
→ Private boat excursion at Inle Lake
→ All Entrance fees for the visits mentioned in the program(Except Museum)
→ Drinking water and towel during excursion
Our Service Exclusive of:
→ International flight In/Out
→ International airport tax $10 per pax
→ Porter Fees
→ Meals (Lunch & Dinner)
→ Personal expenses (soft drinks, beer, alcoholic drinks, camera fees, tips, etc.)
→ Extra Tour & Services not mentioned in the Program
→ Travel & Personal Accident Insurance
→ Visa on Arrival fees
Hotel list for 3-star standard:
* Yangon: East hotel (***Located at the heart of Yangon. Within walking distance from Sule Pagoda, Regular Deluxe room) or similar
* Mandalay: Hotel Yandanapon (*** In a down town economic area of Mandalay City, Deluxe room) or similar
* Bagan: Zfreeti hotel (***situated in a very prime area of Nyaung Uwithin 10 minutes drive by car that is approximately 4 km in distance, Deluxe room) or similar
* Inle: Shwe Inn Thar floating resort (*** Located inthe center of the lake, easy to go for sightseeing, Deluxe room) or similar
* Yangon: TawWin garden hotel (**** On the most prominent road in Yangon the Pyay Road, Dagon Township near to city centre and major cultural attraction of Yangon, Myanmar. 30-minutes drive from Yangon International Airport. 10 minutes drive to city centre and to the Shwedagon Pagoda, Deluxe room) or similar.
* Mandalay: Sedona Mandalay Hotel (*****strategically located in the heart of the city and faces the majestic Royal Palace and Mandalay Hill – sights that are a pleasure to behold, Superior room) or similar
* Bagan: Aye Yar River View Hotel (**** Located in the heart of Old Bagan and on the eastern bank of Ayeyarwaddy River.10 minutes drives from Nyaung Oo Airport. The resort sits on a sprawling 10 acres of tropical gardens completed with a scenic 300-meters riverfront, Deluxe room) or similar
* Inle: Novotel Inle hotel (**** located on the banks of Inle Lake, one of Myanmar’s most stunning natural attractions, Junior Suite) or similar
* Yangon: Sule-Shangrila Hotel (***** a 45-minute drive from Yangon International Airport, and is accessible via local taxi and hotel limousine services, Superior room) or similar
* Bagan: Aureum Palace hotel (***** Set within Bagan Archaeological Preservation Zone amongst the ancient temples of The Kingdom of Bagan, Deluxe room) or similar
* Mandalay: Mandalay Hill resort (***** lies at the foot of Mandalay Hill with a panoramic view of a myriad of pagodas and faces the distinctive architecture of the Royal Palace and its beautiful moat, Deluxe room) or similar
* Inle: Aureum Inle (***** perfect location in which to explore the wonders of this unique destination, Villas on the Shore) or similar
If, at the time of booking, any hotels or rooms in the list above are fully booked, we will endeavour to find accommodation of a similar standard elsewhere. If the only available accommodation is of a higher or lower standard, we will revise the price accordingly and consult you immediately.