Imperial Myanmar - 10 Days

General Information

Duration: 10 Days/9 Nights
Start/End: Mandalay/ Yangon
Tour Route: Mandalay – Amarapura – Sagaing – Bagan – Mt. Popa – Inle Lake – Yangon
Tour Type: Landscape & Nature, History, Culture
Tour Category: Myanmar luxury tour

Experience this Imperial Myanmar 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: well-chosen hotels are listed below, including excellent 5-star hotels or 4-star hotels in the best location

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Mandalay Arrival – Half Day City Tour 
Day 2: Mandalay – Amarapura – Sagaing (B)
Day 3: Mandalay – Day boat to Bagan (B)
Day 4: Bagan Sightseeing (B)
Day 5: Bagan – Mt. Popa – Bagan (B)
Day 6: Bagan Discovery by Horse Cart – Fly to Heho – Inle Lake (B)
Day 7: Inle Lake Sightseeing (B)
Day 8: Inle Lake – Indein – Yangon (B)
Day 9: Yangon City Tour (B)
Day 10: 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: Mandalay Arrival – Half-Day City Tour

Being famous as the hub of Buddhism in Myanmar, Mandalay has a realm of stupas, monks and monasteries. On arrival at Mandalay International Airport, we will be welcomed by our local guide and transferred to our hotel. After check-in, we will visit Mandalay Palace to witness the residence of the last Burmese King and Queen. From there drive to Shwenandaw Monastery - noted for its exquisite woodcarvings, gold leaf beating workshop. Head to Kuthodaw Pagoda - known for containing the world’s largest book and concludes the tour by visiting Mandalay Hill to watch the sunset and the panoramic view of the city. Overnight accommodation in Mandalay.

Day 2: Mandalay  – Sagaing – Amarapura (B)

On this day tour, we leave the city for Sagaing Hill - an important religious site in Myanmar where we will learn about the schooling of monks, visit Buddha Cave - the fascinating complex of tunnels famous for its intricated painting depicts the life of Buddha, U Min Thonze Pagoda where enshrines 45 gilded Buddha images, and Sunooponnyashin Pagoda.

Finally, take in the panoramic view of Mandalay from the top of the hill. Our next stop of this day tour is Amarapura, which is famous for Mahagandaryone Monastery - the best place to experience the daily lives of the monks in Mandalay. Enjoying our walking over U Bein Wooden Bridge, the longest teak bridge in the world where you can capture the gorgeous beauty of the sunset over Taungthanman Lake from a stunning boat trip.
Overnight in Mandalay.

Day 3: Mandalay – Day boat to Bagan (B)

After breakfast at the hotel, our car will transfer us to the jetty for the daily boat along the Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Bagan. Arrive Bagan in the late afternoon between 15:00 and 17:00 depends on the water level, we will transfer to the hotel in Bagan for check-in. The rest of the day will be free at leisure. Overnight in Bagan.

Day 4: Bagan Sightseeing (B)

Bagan is Myanmar’s archaeological wonderland and there are more than 2,000 ancient temples blossom from the countryside. Start your day tour with a trip to the bustling Nyang U Market in Old Bagan and then explore the beauty of gold leaf Shwezigon Pagoda and learn about Burmese Buddhist traditions. Continue visiting Ananda Temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Bagan dating back to the 12th century. Along the way, stopping on the Bagan plains to admire some of the surrounding temples.
In the afternoon, take a tour of a local lacquerware workshop and explore how this traditional piece of art is made.
Overnight in hotel in Bagan.

Day 5: Bagan – Mt. Popa – Bagan (B)

Leaving the beautiful Bagan temples behind, we begin our day trip from Bagan to Mt Popa. Join the pilgrims as they ascend Mt. Popa and admire the crazy statues that line the walkway, along with the monkeys that live on the mountain. Once at the peak, guests can relax and bask in the glorious views of Bagan. We then return to Bagan for a short cruise on the Irrawaddy River at sunset.
We spend the night in a hotel in Bagan.

Day 6: Bagan Discovery by Horse Cart – Fly to Heho – Inle Lake (B)

After breakfast, we will take an exotic horse cart ride to one of the largest temples in Bagan: Nan Paya Pagoda and many other interesting sites nearby continue with sightseeing to MinkabaGubyaukyi Temple, take note of the architectural difference in MyaZedi Pagoda before heading to Manuha Temple.
After lunch, check out at the hotel and then transfer to the airport to take a domestic flight to Heho, the gateway to Inle Lake.
Overnight in Inle Lake.

Day 7: Inle Lake Sightseeing (B)

Today is a full day to explore Inle Lake, the second largest lake in Myanmar which is located 900 meters above sea level. The lake is home to the Intha People, a Tibeto-Burman ethnic group, known for their one leg rowing techniques.

Upon arrival, we board a motorboat for sightseeing to Phaungdawoo Pagoda, famed for its richly gilded five small Buddha images and also believed to be the holiest in Inle Lake. Our next visit is Ngaphechaung Monastery, known as “jumping cat” pagoda. As we travel further into Nam Pan village cotton and lotus weaving factories and cigar making houses will impress you with a sense of traditional Intha life. Overnight in Inle Lake.

Day 8: Inle Lake – Indein – Fly to Yangon (B)

This morning, we will visit the unique “5-Day Market” held in different villages surrounding the lake. This is absolutely a magnificent place to enjoy the scene of local tribes in their colorful clothes and then experience the exotic market atmosphere. After lunch, the boat will take us to the beautiful temple of Indein, located on the hill overlooking the lake. It will certainly be relaxing to walk along the corridor and enjoy the giant columns which have been left nature for centuries. We will then drive to the airport for an afternoon flight to Yangon. Overnight will be in Yangon.

Day 9: Yangon City Tour (B)

In this formerly capital city, we spend a full day exploring Yangon and its highlights from Sule Pagoda, in the heart of Yangon city; Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda and Kandawgyi Lake.
After lunch, discover the most outstanding pagoda in Yangon: Shwedagon Pagoda. The “Golden Pagoda” is really a must-see pagoda while we are in Myanmar. Enjoy some shopping in the bustling Scott market. (Note: the market is closed on Mondays and gazette holiday).
Our most highlighted experience for this evening is dinner in Karaweik Palace, overlooking the Royal Lake and Shwedagon Tower. A meal of fine Burmese food will be served followed by a beautiful cultural show of music and dancing.
Overnight in Yangon.

Day 10: Yangon Departure (B)

Free time until our car arrives to take us to Yangon International Airport for our flight home. Trip ends. We hope that you love the itinerary we design for a 10-day tour Myanmar.
Thank you for making your trip with Go Myanmar Tours!

Price: Please contact us for your special price.

INCLUSIONS
What’s Included:

• 2 Domestic flights: Bagan – Heho – Yangon
• Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
• Private tours, transfers, and all services as mentioned in the itinerary
• Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles
• Service of English speaking guides in every location
• Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
• Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B – Breakfast; L – Lunch, D – Dinner)

What’s Excluded:

• International flights
• Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
• Early check-in and late check-out at hotels.
• Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
• Tips for guides and drivers
• Personal travel insurance
• Myanmar Visa fees

Notes:
Please be aware that flight time, hotels and all other logistics, services and days of travel are subject to availability. Where flights are canceled or delayed, Go Myanmar Tours will endeavor to secure alternative arrangements of similar value as noted in our booking conditions.

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