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Tour Name

Serenity of Myanmar

Tour Code AET-MMC03
Duration 7 days/6 nights
Places Visited Yangon, Bagan, Taunggyi, Kakku, Local Villages, Inle Lake
Tour Type Private  Guide Language English
Physical Rating 3 Cultural Shock Rating 3
Natural Photogenic Index 5 Cultural Photogenic Index 5

 

Serenity of Myanmar

Highlights & Features

  • Stop by the mesmeric Kakku Pagodas Complex and be captivated by its dreamy appearance.
  • Go on an adventurous overnight trekking to minority ethnic’s village.
  • Travel around the vast and serene Inle Lake on a private boat, soaking in the sights of stilt-house villages, floating gardens, leg rowing fishermen and Buddhist temples along the way.
  • Participate in an interesting hands-on cooking class to whip up your own delicious Shan cuisine.

Tour Brief

Asia Expedition Tours will organize a wonderful trip for you to explore Myanmar’s scenic Shan State in a unique way through trekking. You will witness the colourful and vibrant Shan State up close and personal. By staying overnight in a rural village, you will also get a glimpse of the authentic local life. At the same time, you will visit the Kakku Pagodas Complex and the beautiful Inle Lake.

Detail Itinerary

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Day 1 Arrive in Yangon
B

Upon Arrival at Yangon International Airport, the guide and drive from AET will greet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel. After checking in, you will visit the highly revered reclining Buddha image “Chaukhtatgyi Paya”. Then, you will go to visit the Kandawgyi Nature Park for a photo-stop at Karaweik. After that, you will go to visit the Independent monument in Mahabandoola park and its neighboring colonial heritage buildings, which has a long history. 

Day 2 Yangon > Bagan sightseeing
B

Today you will go to the next destination. Upon Arrival at Bagan Nyaung U airport, the guide and drive from AET will greet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel. After checking in, your local guide will take you to visit Ananta temple and Shwezigon Pagoda. Continue on to visit Lacquer ware workshops to observe the traditional making process of Myanmar souvenir. In the evening, you will go to explore the Bagan's largest Dhammayangyi temple in the afterglow of the sunset.

Day 3 Bagan > Heho airport > Taunggyi > Kakku Pagoda > Hti Ne
B L D

Today, you're going to the next destination, Heho. Upon arrival, you will take a private car to Taunggyi, where we will stop by at Shwe Phone Pwint pagoda for a panoramic view of the city. After that, you will go to visit the ancient Kakku pagoda complex, an important site of pilgrimage. Then, you will pay a visit to Saungphoe village to enjoy 360-degree view of the region. In the evening, you will go to Hti Ne CBT project village, where you can see the delighting of the sunset. You can choose to dress in a Pa-O traditional costume during your stay.

Day 4 Tekking to Inle Lake > Nyaung Shwe
B L

Today, you will go to the Mellow village to experience local handicraft. Then, trek down the side of the mountain to Don Htithakaw village and continue to Moe Kaung village, where you will stop for lunch. Then, you will go to Magyikone boat jetty by passing through seasonal crop plantations, a small bridge and some villages. After that, you will go to Nyaung Shwe. On the way, you will visit the Red Mountain Vineyard, where you can choose to buy a quick bottle of wine (Note: wine tasting is available at your own cost). 

Day 5 Inle Lake (sightseeing day with Interactive Cooking Experience)
B L

Today, you will take a private car to Inle Lakec, where you can start to experience the fun of cooking. Thereafter, your guide will bring you to explore the important sights of Inle Lake with a private boat. You will go to visit the Phaung Daw Oo pagoda, the holiest sites in Shan state, passing floating gardens and leg rowing Intha people (fishermen) along the way. After that, you will go to visit a lotus silk weaving, boat making workshop and the awe-inspiring teak of the Nga Phe Chaung Monastery.

Day 6 Inle Lake/Nyaung Shwe > Heho > Yangon
B

Today, you will return to Yangon. After checking in, you will go to the sprawling mass of Scott Market for some last minutes shopping. Here, you can not only buy some exquisite specialties, but also get close contact with local people to understand their culture. Then, you will go to explore the Shwe Dagon Pagoda. After that, you can choose to hang out in Chinatown or just relax at your hotel.

Day 7 Yangon departure
B

Today, you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport. After breakfast, please pack your bags and wait in the lobby. The driver from AET will meet you at your hotel lobby at the appointed time and then transfer you to the airport.

Inclusions

  • Round trip transfer from Airport - Hotel - Airport,
  • Accommodation based on (Twin/Double) sharing room with daily breakfast
  • Domestic flight tickets (Yangon-Nyaung U, Nyaung U-Heho, Heho-Yangon)
  • Fully escorted English-speaking tour guide
  • Sightseeing as above itinerary
  • meals as stated above
  • Entrance fee to Kakku Pagoda complex
  • Overnight trekking to CBT villages, Funding for the Villages, Tree planting activities
  • Cultural show/exchange session (*included when there are 3pax and above)
  • Culinary experience and Boat usage in Inle Lake

Exclusions

  • International air ticket
  • visa fee, insurance
  • entrance fee to attractions
  • cruise cabin upgrade charges
  • personal expenses
  • Tips/gratuity to Tour Guide & Driver
  • meals not stated in itinerary
  • hotel miscellaneous charges (such as IDD, room service, alcohol & drinks, laundry, camera fee, porter charges, etc.)
  • excess baggage charges
  • compulsory Christmas Eve and New Year Eve dinner (if any)

Tour Information

Asia Expedition Tours will organize a wonderful trip for you to explore Myanmar’s scenic Shan State in a unique way through trekking. You will witness the colourful and vibrant Shan State up close and personal. By staying overnight in a rural village, you will also get a glimpse of the authentic local life. At the same time, you will visit the Kakku Pagodas Complex and the beautiful Inle Lake.

What customers say about us?

December 27, 2019
Their attention to details and their service. Nikki, our travel consultant, was very thoughtful in arranging our recent trip to Thailand and Vietnam. She even arranged for special treats for us along the way, which were
December 27, 2019
Their attention to details and their service. Nikki, our travel consultant, was very thoughtful in arranging our recent trip to Thailand and Vietnam. She even arranged for special treats for us along the way, which were
December 27, 2019
Their attention to details and their service. Nikki, our travel consultant, was very thoughtful in arranging our recent trip to Thailand and Vietnam. She even arranged for special treats for us along the way, which were
December 27, 2019
Their attention to details and their service. Nikki, our travel consultant, was very thoughtful in arranging our recent trip to Thailand and Vietnam. She even arranged for special treats for us along the way, which were
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