Find yourself drawn in by the allure of one of Asia’s most mysterious countries on this journey into Myanmar. This ten-day trip embraces Myanmar and all its diversity and extravagance, from the glistening spires of Yangon’s Shwedagon Pagoda to visiting the floating gardens and stilted monasteries of Inle Lake and the ethnic tribes.
You'll be personally escorted by your local English-speaking guide through the atmospheric pagodas of the forgotten capital of Bagan, experience Mandalay, enshrouded with gold and finally, live the high life and relax on the famous Ngapali beach.Find yourself drawn in by the allure of one of Asia’s most mysterious countries on this journey into Myanmar. This ten-day trip embraces Myanmar and all its diversity and extravagance, from the glistening spires of Yangon’s Shwedagon Pagoda to visiting the floating gardens and stilted monasteries of Inle Lake and the ethnic tribes.
You'll be personally escorted by your local English-speaking guide through the atmospheric pagodas of the forgotten capital of Bagan, experience Mandalay, enshrouded with gold and finally, live the high life and relax on the famous Ngapali beach.
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Itinerary
Day 1
Yangon Arrival & City Tour
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Today, you will arrive in Yangon and start sightseeing around the Yangon city to see the most important attractions within the city. You'll visit the Central Post Office, Sule Pagoda, Independence Monument, Little India, Chaukhtatgyi Temple, Kandawgyi Lake and Shwedagon Pagoda. You'll enjoy lunch and dinner at local restaurants which will be recommended to you.
Accommodation
Sule Shangri-La Yangon★5 star
Activities
Central Post Office
Sule Pagoda
Independence Monument
Little India
Chaukhtatgyi Temple
Kandawgyi Lake
Shwedagon Pagoda
Restaurants
House Of MemoriesOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
Seeds Restaurant & LoungeOptional Activity: AU$ 102 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Yangon International Airport to Sule Shangri-La Yangon
Destinations
Yangon
Day 2
Bagan Ancient Temples
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This morning, you'll fly from Yangon to Bagan. You will spend the day exploring the architectural masterpieces of this amazing town by visiting a diverse selection of the important pagodas and temples in Bagan finishing your day of adventures by catching the sunset over Bagan. It is a truly magical sight that you cannot miss when in Bagan.
Accommodation
Aureum Palace Hotel★5 star
Activities
Nyaung U Market
Shwezigon Pagoda
Dhammayangyi Temple
Ananda Temple
Sulamani Temple
Lacquare shop
Manuha Temple
Myinkaba
Sunset Hill
Restaurants
Sanon Training RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
The Teak House RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 41 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Sule Shangri-La Yangon to Yangon International Airport
Plane from Yangon to Old Bagan
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Yangon
Nyaung-U
Mandalay Region
Old Bagan
Myanmar
Myin Ka Bar
New Bagan
Day 3
Bagan Village Tour
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Today, you'll explore the architectural masterpieces of this amazing town with a visit to a diverse selection of the most important pagodas and temples. You'll visit some local villages near the ancient city. Then, in the afternoon after lunch, you'll be escorted by horse and cart to see some more sights in Old Bagan.
Accommodation
Aureum Palace Hotel★5 star
Activities
Bagan Villages
Pony Cart Ride around Temples
Sunset Cruise along the Irrawaddy River
Restaurants
HTI Bar & RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
Nanda RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Nyaung-U
Mandalay Region
Old Bagan
Day 4
Fly to Mandalay & See the Legendary Bridge of U Bein
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Today, you'll fly to the legendary Mandalay, a city of great cultural importance. One of the highlights here is that you will pay a visit to the Royal Palace which is a large originally all teak wooden palace built in 1857 and of significant cultural importance. You'll also visit several other landmarks of the city as well as the iconic Bridge of U Bein.
Accommodation
Mercure Mandalay Hill Resort★4.5 star
Activities
Mahamuni Pagoda
Royal Palace
Shwenandaw Monastery
Kuthodaw Pagoda
U Bein Bridge
Restaurants
Mingalabar RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 21 per person
A Little Bit of Mandalay TavernOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Aureum Resort & Spa to Nyaung-U Airport
Plane from Nyaung-U Airport to Mandalay
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Nyaung-U
Mandalay
Mandalay Region
Day 5
Mandalay Workshops
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Today, you’ll board a private local boat for a trip up the Irrawaddy to Mingun. You'll visit a gold leaf workshop where the skilled artisans turn gold into thin layers of paper gold leaves which have many uses including being used to apply onto religious items, for decorations, for makeup and sometimes even in cooking.
Accommodation
Mercure Mandalay Hill Resort★4.5 star
Activities
Mingun Bell
Mya Thein Tan Pagoda
Gold Leaf Workshop
Mandalay Hill
Transportations
Boat from Mandalay to Min Kun
Boat from Min Kun to Mandalay
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Mandalay
Min Kun
Day 6
Explore Inle Lake
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Today, you'll fly from cultural Mandalay to Heho and tranquil waterways of Inle Lake which is a vast body of water stretching seven miles wide and 13.5 miles long. Here, you will see the patient fisherman who propel their boats along with the unusual method of leg-rowing, the lake is also home to many people who live on stilted houses in these tranquil waters.
Accommodation
Aureum Resort & Spa Inle★3 star
Activities
Inthars Fishermen and Floating Gardens
Ywama Village
Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda
Ywa Ma Village on Inle Lake
Restaurants
Thanakha GardenOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
ViewPoint Lodge & Fine CuisinesOptional Activity: AU$ 41 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Mandalay to Mandalay International Airport
Plane from Mandalay International Airport to He Hoe Airport (HEH)
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Mandalay
Shan
Ywa Ma
Nyaungshwe
Day 7
Fly to Thandwe & Ngapali Beach
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Today, you'll transfer from the unique Inle Lake to the Ngapali which is one of the most pristine beaches in Southeast Asia. After settling in, you'll enjoy a day at leisure on the beach for sunbathing, swimming and strolling along the white sandy beach. You could also visit the nearby fishing villages by bicycle or boat.
Accommodation
Aureum Resort & Spa Ngapali★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Ngapali
Transportations
Private Driver from Nyaungshwe to He Hoe Airport (HEH)
Plane from He Hoe Airport (HEH) to Thandwe Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Shan
Old Bagan
Rakhine
Day 8
Free Time on the Famous Ngapali beach
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Today, you'll have a free day to relax on the famous Ngapali beach or explore Ngapali! Once again, activities will include lounging on the beach, topping up the tan and swimming in the beautiful waters. If you'd like to be a little more active, a tour can be arranged or you can hire a bicycle or boat and explore the nearby villages.
Accommodation
Aureum Resort & Spa Ngapali★4 star
Activities
Free Time in Ngapali
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Old Bagan
Rakhine
Day 9
Ngapali Beach to Yangon
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Today, you'll fly back from Ngapali Beach to Yangon. You will arrive at Yangon, be transferred to your hotel and then have the rest of the afternoon and evening to do some sightseeing around the city before enjoying your final night on your luxury Myanmar tour!
Accommodation
Sule Shangri-La Yangon★5 star
Activities
Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue
Bogyoke Aung Sann Market
Saint Mary's Cathedral
China Town
Restaurants
Monsoon RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 31 per person
PadonmarOptional Activity: AU$ 41 per person
Transportations
Private Driver from Aureum Resort & Spa to Thandwe Airport
Plane from Thandwe to Yangon
Private Driver from Yangon International Airport to Sule Shangri-La Yangon
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Old Bagan
Yangon
Day 10
Yangon Departure
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Today, your driver will bid you you farewell from Myanmar as you are transferred to the airport for your departing flight.
Transportations
Private Driver from Sule Shangri-La Yangon to Yangon International Airport
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Yangon
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What’s included?
9 nights accommodation
38 activities
9 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
Starting From
AU$ 3,758/ per traveller sharing
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Benefits of this trip
Myanmar in 10 days
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