This 6-day Thailand and Myanmar vacation is specially designed for those who are busy in mind with the first 3 nights in Bangkok – the hub for traveling in Southeast Asia with its lively urban and amazing temples, floating market, city canals. The last 2 nights will be in the former capital of Burma – Yangon with the symbol golden Shwedagon Pagoda.
General Information
Duration: 6 Days/5 Nights
Start/End: Bangkok/Yangon
Tour Route: Bangkok (Grand Palace – Floating market – Rose Garden) – Yangon (Sule Pagoda – Chaukhtayi Pagoda – Kandawgyi Lake – Shwedagon Pagoda)
Tour Type: Landscape, History, Experience, In-depth Cultural
Tour Category: Myanmar Thailand tour
Experience this 6-day Bangkok and Yangon Tour With:
Guides: hand-picked best tour guides with deep knowledge, humor, profession (English speaking guides, other languages upon request)
Drivers: polite, friendly, responsible, reliable with many years of driving experience
Vehicles: comfortable, spacious, air-conditioned & clean
Meals: meals are arranged at local restaurants so you can taste authentic Burmese cuisine
Accommodation: various types of accommodation are available, from 5-star hotels, 4-star hotels in the best location, good value 3-star hotels, to boutique hotels reflect the style of the region
Brief Itinerary
Thailand Itinerary 4 Days
Day 1: Bangkok arrival (D)
Day 2: Bangkok – Grand Palace and City Canals (B, L)
Day 3: Bangkok – Ayutthaya Ancient Town (B, L)
Day 4: Bangkok – Yangon (B, D)
Myanmar Itinerary 2 days
Day 5: Yangon city tour (B)
Day 6: Yangon Departure (B)
Please note that every element of the tour below can be tailored. Tell us your specific interest and we will be happy to make adjustments for you. This inquiry is totally free and you are under no obligation!
Day 1: Bangkok arrival (D)
Welcome on arrival at Suvarnabhumi Bangkok Airport in Thailand – the land of smiles, we will transfer to our hotel. After a short rest, we will visit Jim Thompson’s House with its wide range of Thai paintings, Sawankalok Pottery, Benjarong porcelain, and Khmer statues. This extensive collection is housed in six old teak houses set in a lush garden.
In the evening, we will have dinner with authentic Thai food. After dinner, our guide will show us around the Asiatique night market, one of the largest and the most interesting night markets in Bangkok. After that, we will back to the hotel for overnight accommodation.
Day 2: Bangkok – Grand Palace and City Canals (B, L)
After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the most beautiful temples Wat Phrakaew which is famous for the Emerald Buddha Image, and the Royal Grand Palace, dedicated to the Thai Royal Family’s ceremony.
We will then visit Bangkok Canal by motorboat, which is renowned as the long-tailed boat. The boat passes the Royal Barges Museum, the beautiful ornament boat, which has been used in the royal procession. Visitors will have a chance to observe part of the Thai belief and the secret activities during their visit. Along the way, pass by the most famous royal temple, the temple of Dawn, or Wat Arun, view Bangkok's most stunning landmark, the Pang, before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 3: Bangkok – Ayutthaya Ancient Town (B, L)
Today is a full day to explore the former capital city of Siam, Ayutthaya. Well known as the Venice of the East, Ayutthaya is brimmed with Buddhist temples, monasteries, and ancient statues recognized as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon here, we will make our first visit to Wat Pra Sri Sanphet and Wat Chai Wattanaram to marvel at the magnificent man-made masterpieces of the Thai dating back to the 15th century.
After a cozy lunch at a local restaurant, take a drive toward the northwest Ayutthaya to visit Wat Lokaya Sutha to admire 42 meters long reclining Buddha image wrapped in brightly colred orange cloth. Finally, fulfill your trip at Wat Phra Mahthat, one of the most photographed spots in Ayutthaya. Get your camera ready to take the best shots of the exotic large stone Buddha head set in a colossal and deep-rooted tree.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Day 4: Bangkok – Yangon (B, D)
Time will be free until our car arrives to take us to the airport for a noon flight to Yangon. Welcome upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, we will transfer to our hotel. This evening, we will have dinner at Karaweik Palace, overlooking the Royal Lake and Shwedagon tower with fine Burmese food and an amazing cultural show. Overnight in Yangon.
Day 5: Yangon city tour (B)
Today, we continue visiting this former capital city. We first visit the Sule Pagoda, in the heart of Yangon city; Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda and Kandawgyi Lake. After lunch, we discover the most outstanding pagoda in Yangon: Shwedagon Pagoda. The “Golden Pagoda” is really a must see while we are in Myanmar. We will finish our day with free time for shopping in the bustling Scott market. Overnight in Yangon.
Day 6: Yangon Departure (B)
Time will be free until our car arrives to take us to Yangon International airport for the flight home. Tour ends.
