Tour Name |
Serenity of Myanmar |
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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 |
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.