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14-Day Myanmar's Cities & Beaches

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Trip Overview

On this Myanmar 2 week itinerary, you'll find yourself drawn in by the allure of one of Asia’s most mysterious countries.

Beginning with a tour that takes in the glistening spires of Yangon’s Shwedagon Pagoda, following by a visit to the floating gardens and the stilted monasteries of Inle Lake and ethnic tribes. Your journey will continue as you visit the atmospheric pagodas of the forgotten capital, Bagan, as well as the legendary Mandalay. Finally, you'll spend your last few relaxing days at the beautiful and famous Ngapali Beach.
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Culture & Arts
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Itinerary

Day 1

Yangon Arrival

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Yangon Arrival

Today, your Myanmar 2 week itinerary begins! You'll arrive at Yangon airport and be met by your driver who will transfer to your hotel for check-in. You'll then have a free day of leisure, either relaxing at your hotel in Yangon or exploring the exciting streets in the nearby area. The choice is yours!

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    Accommodation

    Reno Hotel Yangon3 star

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    Private Driver from Yangon International Airport to Yangon

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    Destinations

    Yangon

Day 2

Yangon City Sightseeing

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Yangon City Sightseeing

Today, you'll head out on a Yangon day tour and drive through downtown to explore the city centre and its fabulous mix of architecture and interesting sites in Yangon. You'll visit Little India, this district is a melting pot of people and features mosques and Hindu temples and also a market selling delicious Indian food.

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    Accommodation

    Reno Hotel Yangon3 star

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    Central Post Office

    Sule Pagoda

    Independence Monument

    Little India

    Chaukhtatgyi Temple

    Kandawgyi Lake

    Shwedagon Pagoda

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    Breakfast

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    Yangon

    Myanmar

Day 3

Fly from Yangon to Bagan

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Fly from Yangon to Bagan

Today you will 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 most important pagodas and temples in Bagan.

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    Accommodation

    Bagan Umbra Hotel3 star

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    Nyaung U Market

    Shwezigon Pagoda

    Ananda Temple

    Dhammayangyi Temple

    Sulamani Temple

    Manuha Temple

    Myinkaba

    Sunset Hill

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Yangon to Yangon International Airport

    Plane from Yangon International Airport to Bagan Nyaung-U Airport

    Private Driver from Bagan Nyaung-U Airport to Old Bagan

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    Breakfast

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    Yangon

    Nyaung-U

    Mandalay Region

    Old Bagan

    Myin Ka Bar

    Myanmar

Day 4

Bagan & Village Sightseeing

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Bagan & Village Sightseeing

Today, you'll begin the day with some sightseeing around in Bagan. You'll then head out to the villages around Bagan and enjoy a unique experience cruising along the Irrwaddy river on a sunset cruise. You'll finish the day with a horse cart around the temples and pagodas; this is truly the best way to see Bagan.

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    Accommodation

    Bagan Umbra Hotel3 star

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    Bagan Villages

    Pony Cart Ride around Temples

    Sunset Cruise along the Irrawaddy River

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    Breakfast

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    Nyaung-U

    Myanmar

Day 5

Fly from Bagan to Mandalay

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Fly from Bagan to Mandalay

Today, you'll catch a flight to 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 then explore the other fascinating sights of the city.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Magic Mandalay3 star

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    Mahamuni Pagoda

    Royal Palace

    Shwenandaw Monastery

    Kuthodaw Pagoda

    U Bein Bridge

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Old Bagan to Bagan Nyaung-U Airport

    Bagan Airport Transfer

    Plane from Bagan Nyaung-U Airport to Mandalay Chanmyathazi Airport

    Private Driver from Mandalay Chanmyathazi Airport to Mandalay

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    Breakfast

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    Nyaung-U

    Mandalay

    Mandalay Region

Day 6

Boat Trip up the Irrawaddy River to Mingun

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Boat Trip up the Irrawaddy River to Mingun

Today you’ll board a private local boat for a trip up the Irrawaddy to Mingun. Upon arrival, 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.

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    Accommodation

    Hotel Magic Mandalay3 star

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    Activities

    Mingun Bell

    Mya Thein Tan Pagoda

    Gold Leaf Workshop

    Mandalay Hill

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    Boat from Mandalay to Min Kun

    Boat from Min Kun to Mandalay

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    Breakfast

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    Mandalay

    Min Kun

    Myanmar

Day 7

Fly from Mandalay to Heho, the Gateway to Inle Lake

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Fly from Mandalay to Heho, the Gateway to Inle Lake

This morning, you'll fly from the cultural Mandalay to Heho's 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.

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    Accommodation

    Inle Apex Hotel3 star

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    Inle Lake

    Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda

    Ywa Ma Village on Inle Lake

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mandalay to Mandalay Chanmyathazi Airport

    Plane from Mandalay Chanmyathazi Airport to Heho Airport

    Private Driver from Heho Airport to Inle Lake

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    Breakfast

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    Mandalay

    Shan

    Nyaungshwe

Day 8

Inle Lake & Indein Sightseeing

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Inle Lake & Indein Sightseeing

Today, you'll spend the day exploring around the Indein Pagoda complex and you'll take a trip to the interesting five-day market. You'll also visit a local tribe of women. Finally, you'll visit Ywama village and the craft villages perched on stilts in Inle lake. You'll learn about the local crafts and have a chance to take part.

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    Accommodation

    Inle Apex Hotel3 star

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    Inle Lake

    Five-Day Market

    Indein Village

    Padaung in Inle

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    Breakfast

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    Nyaungshwe

    Shan

    Taunggyi

Day 9

Fly from Heho to Thandwe & Ngapali Beach

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Fly from Heho to Thandwe & Ngapali Beach

This morning, you'll say goodbye to Inle Lake and transfer to Heho Airport to fly to Thandwe where you'll then travel to the beautiful Ngapali Beach, one of the most pristine beaches in Southeast Asia. You'll check into your hotel and then have the rest of the day free to spend relaxing on this beach or exploring the local area.

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    Accommodation

    Pleasant View Resort3 star

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    Free Time in Ngapali

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Inle Lake to Heho Airport

    Plane from Heho Airport to Thandwe Airport(Ngapali Beach)

    Private Driver from Thandwe Airport(Ngapali Beach) to Ngapali Beach

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    Nyaungshwe

    Rakhine

    Thandwe

Day 10

Free Day of Leisure at Ngapali Beach

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Free Day of Leisure at Ngapali Beach

Today, continuing on your Myanmar 2-week itinerary, you'll have a free day to relax at the beach. You could also visit the nearby fishing villages by bicycle or boat. Alternatively, a tour can be arranged if you'd like to do something more active with your day.

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    Accommodation

    Pleasant View Resort3 star

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    Free Time in Ngapali

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    Breakfast

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    Thandwe

    Myanmar

Day 11

Another Free Day at Ngapali Beach

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Another Free Day at Ngapali Beach

Today, you'll have yet another free day to relax at the beach or enjoy some swimming. You can watch the local fisherman bring their catches of the day ashore and spend the day sunbathing, swimming and strolling along the white sandy beach. Alternatively, a tour can be arranged if you'd like to do something more active with your day.

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    Accommodation

    Pleasant View Resort3 star

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    Free Time in Ngapali

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    Breakfast

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    Thandwe

    Rakhine

Day 12

Free Day on Ngapali Beach

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Free Day on Ngapali Beach

Today is your final free day on the beautiful white sandy beach of Ngapali. This is your chance to do any of the activities you haven't done yet or had a chance to. You can head out on a tour, go snorkelling, swimming and more. The choice is yours!

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    Accommodation

    Pleasant View Resort3 star

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    Free Time in Ngapali

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    Breakfast

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    Thandwe

    Myanmar

Day 13

Leave Ngapali & Return to Yangon

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Leave Ngapali & Return to Yangon

Today, your beach adventure comes to an end. When you are ready, you'll be transferred to the airport to catch your flight from Ngapali to Yangon. You will arrive at Yangon and then head out on a sightseeing tour in the city. You visit China Town, a big market and a synagogue among many other interesting sights.

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    Accommodation

    Reno Hotel Yangon3 star

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    Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue

    Bogyoke Aung Sann Market

    Saint Mary's Cathedral

    China Town

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ngapali Beach to Thandwe Airport(Ngapali Beach)

    Plane from Thandwe Airport(Ngapali Beach) to Yangon International Airport

    Private Driver from Yangon International Airport to Yangon

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    Breakfast

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    Thandwe

    Yangon

Day 14

Yangon Departure

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Yangon Departure

Today, your driver will take you to the airport, bid you you farewell from your trip and hope that you leave the country with good experiences and beautiful memories.

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    Private Driver from Yangon to Yangon International Airport

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    Breakfast

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    Yangon

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What’s included?

  • 13 nights accommodation
  • 42 activities
  • 13 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • Ground transportation
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Licensed English speaking guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits

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