Day 01 : Yangon Arrival : International Flight Timing (-/-/-)
Warmest welcome from Myanmar and meet with our Professional English Speaking Guide at Yangon International Airport. Transfer to hotel for check-in.
Today sightseeing the most colonial buildings in South East Asia and the best examples are the City Hall, High Court Building with its Clock Tower and The Minister’s Building which occupies the whole block. Next, visit to Sule Pagoda, Mahabandoola Park with Independence Monument, located at the heart of the city.
In the evening, visit to Little India & China Town, Enjoy mingling with locals, socked in the vibrant atmosphere, bargain with the shopkeepers for souvenirs and sample the exotic local dishes. Transfer to hotel for check-in. Overnight stay in Yangon.
Day 02 : Yangon – Htauk Kyant War Cemetery – Kyaikhtiyo (Golden Rock) (B/-/-)
After Breakfast at hotel. Directly drive to Kyaikhtiyo (Golden Rock). Make a stop at the Htaukkyant War Cemetery, largest of the three cemeteries in Myanmar and the final resting place for over 6,000 commonwealth soldiers fought in the Burmese campaign during the Second World War. After visit, directly drive to Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda known as “GoldenRock” and is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines. Regular car or coaches can reach only Kunpun Base Camp at the foot of the hills, the visitors can go to Yathae Taung by trekking or by open trunk car. Transfer to hotel. The tours continue to The Crow’s Mount Cave and main Pagoda. Upon the top of Golden Rock can enjoy the sunset sightseeing from this unforgettable site. Return to hotel and overnight at Kyaikhtiyo.
Day 03 : Kyaikhtiyo (Golden Rock) – Bago – Yangon (B/-/-)
After breakfast, return to Kinpun for the journey back to Yangon. On the way, Stop at Bago to visit the Kanbawzathadi Palace built by King Bayintnaung, the founder of the second Myanmar Empire. Continue visit to Shwemawdaw Pagoda the tallest pagoda in Myanmar and believed to be enshrined two strands of Buddha hair. The pagoda also has a bell from King Dhammazedi, a crown from King Bayinnaung, and a spire umbrella from King Bodawpaya. Next, visit to ShwetharlyungPagoda believed to be built by the Mon King Mingakardeipka in 1994. The impressive 55 m (180 ft) long and 16 m (52 ft) high Buddha image is the second largest in the world.
Return to Yangon,Transfer to hotel and overnight stay in Yangon.
Day 04 : Yangon – Bagan : By Flight : K7/YH/7Y : 0630/0725 (B/-/-)
Early morning Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Yangon Domestic airport for the flight to Bagan. On arrival, the first visit to Nyaung-U market where bustling trades of fresh vegetables, rice, clothings and the famous thanaka are taking place.
The tour will start with a visit to Shwezigone Pagoda where a bone and tooth of Gautama Buddha are believed to be enshrined. Continue to the Gu Byauk Gyi Pagoda which has 13th century murals depicting scenes from the Jataka tales. After lunch, visit the Lacquerware Workshop to see how the famous handicraft is made. Continue to Ananda Pagoda build by King Kyanzittha in 1910. Next, continue to the Dhammayangyi Pahto which, according to legends, has the brickwork so fine that a pin could not pass through between any two brick even though it was constructed without using mortar. Also, it is the ideal place to view the sunset. Afterwards return to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 05 : Bagan – Mt.Popa – Bagan (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit to a lacquer craftsmen’s workshop in Bagan and also visit to Dhammayangyi Patho, a massive later period temple with the finest brickwork in Bagan. Directly drive to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano which 1518 meters (4981 feet) above sea level and know as the abode legendary Nats or Spirit gods, and a day trip from Bagan, set mid lovely hill and forest scenery. The Popa Taungkalat Shrine is home to 37 Mahagiri Nats, or spirits, Satues depicting the Nats are at the base of the shrine. From the top of Taung Kalat, one can enjoy a panoramic view of the ancient city of Bagan. Return to hotel and overnight at Bagan.
Day 06 : Bagan – Mandalay : By Flight : K7/YH/7Y : 0805/0855 (B/-/-)
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for the flight to Mandalay. After arrival, transfer to hotel for check in. The first visit is to the famed Mahamuni Pagoda which houses a Buddha images that said to have the exact likeness of the Gautama Buddha. Stop by at the nearby Stone and Wood Carving Workshops where Buddha images, stone slab for inscriptions and figurines are made from wood and marbles. Continue to the Royal Mandalay Palace to visit Mandalay Culture Museum and
Nanmyint Watchtower. After lunch, visit Zay Cho Market and go shopping for the famous and signature products of Mandalay such as acheik (Mandalay silk longyi), Kadipar (velvet) silpers and hto moat (sticky cake). The next destination is a very unusual pagoda called Hmwe (Snake) Pagoda due to the large pythons believed to be the reincarnated souls of the two monks previously served at the pagoda. Later visit the Shwekyimyint Pagoda built by prince Min Shin Saw of Bagan in 1167 and consider to be predated Mandalay itself. The pagoda is never been renovated since it was build and has an impressive collection of Buddha images. In the evening, visit Sanda Muni Pagoda which has 1774 small white pagodas surrounding the main pagoda. Each pagoda has individual marble slabs inscribed with Buddha teaching. Climbed the Mandalay Hill and enjoy the sunset before returning to the hotel for overnight stay.
Day 07 : Mandalay – Amarapura – Ava – Sagaing – Mandalay (B/-/-)
Today Breakfast at hotel. Drive to Amarapura, visit to Mahagandayon Monastery,the largest teaching monastery in Myanmar and afterwards, visit to U Bein Bridge the world longest and oldest teak bridge made of 1850 teak pillars.
The tour continue visit to Innwa(Ava), the former royal capital. Stop en route at the Tampawadi Village to visit the Bronze Casting Workshop where bells, gongs and tri gongs are made.
Once arrive at Inwa, visit the Bargaya Monastery which has 263 giant teak posts and decorated with carvings and reliefs. Continue to the Maha Aung Myae Bon Zan Monastery one of the finest brick building with stucco and flora decorations on the walls.
At afternoon, visit to Sagaing, U Min Thoneze Housing 45 Buddhas, a monastery of nuns of the silver production workshop and Kaung Hmu Daw Pagoda. Enjoy sunset at Sagaing Hill. After sunset, return back to Mandalay and overnight stay in Mandalay.
Day 08 : Mandalay – Mingun – Mandalay (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Today boat ride to Mingun Pahtodawgyi, the unfinished stupa by King Boedawpaya and it’s the world largest ringing bell, The Mingun Bell.
Return back to Mandalay, visiting the Gold Leaf Making Workshops and Stone & Wood Carving Workshops where Buddha images, slab for inscriptions and figurines are made from wood and marbles. The tour continue visit to Kyauk Sein Pagoda (Jade Pagoda), is the world’s first jade pagoda and made only of jade and did not use any bricks. Next, drive to good local restaurant for your dinner. After dinner, return to hotel and overnight stay at hotel in Mandalay.
Day 09 : Mandalay – Heho – Pindaya – Inle Lake : By Flight : K7/YH/7Y : 0840/0920 (B/-/-)
Today Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Mandalay Airport for the flight to Heho. On arrival, drive to Pindaya, visit to the Pindaya Natural Caves which has well over 8, 000 Buddha images, ornamental thrones and reredos that compose the impressive display of Buddhist iconography and art from early Konbaung era (18th century) to the modern period.
After visit Pindaya, transfer to Nyaung Shwe Jetty, take The Boat Trip around the lake which include visit to various handicraft workshops, enjoy the picturesque villages with silt-house and floating gardens and the famous leg-rower fishermen with their catches. Transfer to hotel for check-in and overnight stay at hotel on the lake.
Day 10 : Inle Lake (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing to Floating Market and Floating Garden to enjoy the lively atmosphere of local venders doing business. The tour continue visit to Inn Phaw Khone Village, Padaung Tribes (Long Neck Women) and observe the complex creation and production of lotus flower textile. Afterwards, visit the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda and the Ngaphekhaung old temple (Jumping Cat Monastery).
Next, visit to Ywama Village, and return to hotel and overnight stay on the lake.
Day 11 : Inle Lake – Inn Dein – Inle Lake (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel,the sightseeing will star with a visit to the village of Inn Dein. This village is renowned for its crumbling but atmospheric ruin and restored pagodas as well as having a great view of the lake. Also, the village has a very vibrant and lively Market where visitors can observe local traders and venders doing business. Next, take a boat trip to the famous Handicraft Workshops around the lake. Inle lake is famous for its craftsmanship and visitors can study gold and silver smith, blacksmith, cigar making process and other workshops that produce handmade crafts. Return to hotel and overnight stay on the lake.
Day 12 : Inle Lake – Heho – Thandwe (Ngapali Beach) : By Flight : K7/YH/7Y : 0920/1030 (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Heho Airport for the flight to Thandwe (Ngapali Beach). On arrival, transfer to hotel for check-in. Free & Leisure time at hotel in Ngapali Beach.
Day 13 : Ngapali Beach (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Free & Leisure time at Ngapali Beach. Overnight stay at hotel in Ngapali Beach.
Day 14 : Ngapali Beach – Yangon : By Flight : K7/YH/7Y : 0830/1020 (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Thandwe Airport for the flight to Yangon. On arrival, Shopping to Bogyoke Aung San (Scott) Market which offers antique, Burmese handicraft and jewelry shops, art galleries, and clothing stores as well as foodstuffs, garments and foreign goods. The market will close every Monday and Gazetted Holiday in Myanmar.
Next, visit to Royal Karaweik Palace, is rested at the Eastern edge of Royal Kandawgyi Lakethat is in full view of the great Shwedagon Pagoda.
In the evening destination to the most important religious monument in Myanmar, Shwedagon Pagoda. This magnificent and imposing pagoda is 90 meter tall and cover with 60 tons of gold with a single 75 carat diamond grace the tip. Visit three notable places near the vicinity of the pagoda.
Return to hotel and overnight stay in Yangon.
Day 15 : Yangon Departure : International Flight Timing (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Yangon International Airport for your departure connection.
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