The trip in Mandalay includes Mahagandayon Monastery where hundreds of young Novice are studying Buddhist literature. Experience a traditional horse cart ride at Ava and in Sagaing Hill, the hillsides are dotted with numerous pagodas and monasteries.
Your final day of the trip takes you to Pwe Kauk Falls which is a very pleasant area of natural beauty in Pyin Oo Lwin where many Myanmar families come for a picnic. There is so much to see of our beautiful country on this incredible 3-day adventure!The trip in Mandalay includes Mahagandayon Monastery where hundreds of young Novice are studying Buddhist literature. Experience a traditional horse cart ride at Ava and in Sagaing Hill, the hillsides are dotted with numerous pagodas and monasteries.
Your final day of the trip takes you to Pwe Kauk Falls which is a very pleasant area of natural beauty in Pyin Oo Lwin where many Myanmar families come for a picnic. There is so much to see of our beautiful country on this incredible 3-day adventure!
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Itinerary
Day 1
Mandalay Arrival and Sightseeing
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When you arrive in Mandalay, you'll visit Mahagandayon Monastery where hundreds of young Novice (Sanga) are studying. Partake in a joyful excursion to the Mahagandayon Monastery by horse cart at Ava (Innwa). Then continue onto Sagaing Hill, where beautiful hillsides are dotted with numerous pagodas and monasteries. Transfer back via U-Bein Bridge and enjoy the sunset.
Accommodation
Victoria Palace Hotel★3 star
Activities
Mahagandayon Monastery
Sagaing Hill
Kaunghmudaw Pagoda
U Bein Bridge
Transportations
Private Driver from Mandalay Chanmyathazi Airport to Mandalay
Destinations
Amarapura
Sagaing
Mandalay
Day 2
Mandalay Sightseeing
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Today we visit Mingun, a village on the west bank of the river. Settawya Pagoda, Mingun Pahtotawgyi, the world-renowned Mingun Bell and the Myatheintan Pagoda are your first locations to visit today. Then, head to Kyauktawgyi Pagoda, Shwenandaw Monastery, the Golden Palace, noted for its exquisite wood carving, and finish at Kuthodaw Pagoda, known as the home of the world’s biggest book with its stone slabs of Buddhist scriptures. In the evening, we will enjoy the sunset from Mandalay Hill.
Accommodation
Victoria Palace Hotel★3 star
Activities
Settawya Pagoda
Mingun Pahtodawgyi
Mingun Bell
Mya Thein Tan Pagoda
Mahamuni Pagoda
Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda
Shwenandaw Monastery
Kuthodaw Pagoda
Mandalay Palace
Mandalay Hill
Transportations
Boat from Mandalay to Min Kun
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Mandalay
Min Kun
Day 3
Pyin Oo Lwin Sightseeing
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Today, before leaving, you'll do a return trip to Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo). We pay a visit to the National Kandawgyi Park which is a 177-hectare botanical garden, followed by a trip to the magnificent Chinese Temple. Take in the PweKauk Waterfall where many Myanmar families come for a picnic, and Peik Chin Myaung Cave. In the evening we drive back to Mandalay, ready for your onward journey.
Activities
Pwe Kauk Waterfalls
Peik Chin Myaung Cave
Transportations
Private Driver from Mandalay to Pyin Oo Lwin
Meals
Breakfast
Destinations
Mandalay
Pyin Oo Lwin
Wekwin
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What’s included?
2 nights accommodation
16 activities
2 breakfasts
Airport transfer
Entrance fees
Ground transportation
Licensed English speaking guides
What’s not included?
Alcohol beverages
Domestic flights
Entry visas / airport departure tax
Gratuities
International flights
Laundry
Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Trekking permits
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Benefits of this trip
Myanmar in 3 days
3-star accommodation
24/7 in-destination support from your local designer
