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Myanmar Base Tour with Seaside in Ngwe Saung

MYANMAR BASE + Ngwe Saung

Duration
12 Days - 11 Nights
Period
November to March
Stops
5 stops
Guide
English- or Italian-speaking

01 — Itinerary

12 days, day by day

D1

ARRIVAL IN YANGON

ARRIVAL IN YANGON

Upon arrival at the airport we meet our guide, which will wait for you at the exit with a sign with your name; together with your driver will accompany you in the hotel (if the room is available in the arrival time) where you can enjoy a refreshing drink.

To follow a short walk in the center to admire the colonial buildings: the High Court, the City Hall and the Mahabandoola, with the pagoda Sule. In the evening visit to the Pagoda Shwedagon, symbol of the city.

Overnight in Yangon.

D2

YANGON – BAGAN

YANGON – BAGAN

After breakfast at the airport transfer to Bagan.

Bagan, with its thousands of temples and pagodas built between the 11th and 13th centuries, is one of the historical wonders of Myanmar. Upon arrival visit of the local market of Nyaung Oo and Pagoda Shwezigon, then the main temples including Wetkyi-in Gubyaukkyi and Htilominlo.

Overnight in Bagan.

D3

BAGAN TOUR

BAGAN TOUR

After breakfast we start visiting the main temples: Tharabar Gate, Thatbyinnyu, Dhammayangyi and Sulamuni. In the afternoon visit to the Tempio Ananda and to the Tempio Manuha.

In the late afternoon experience in calesse drawn by horses and sunset from a hill of observation.

Overnight in Bagan.

D4

BAGAN – MONTE POPA – MANDALAY

BAGAN – MONTE POPA – MANDALAY

After breakfast transfer by land to Mandalay (about 192 km, ~4,5 hours) with stop at Monte Popa, a sacred volcano that houses the sanctuary of nat on the top of the monolith Taung Kalat: panorama and religious atmosphere.

Arrival in Mandalay in the evening and accommodation in the hotel.

D5

MANDALAY – AMARAPURA – MANDALAY

MANDALAY – AMARAPURA – MANDALAY

Morning dedicated to the visits of Mandalay: the pagoda Mahamuni, the wooden monastery Shwe Kyaung and the pagoda Kuthodaw with its stone slabs. In the afternoon transfer to Amarapura to attend the work of the silk craftsmen and conclude with the sunset on the bridge in teak U Bein on Lake Taungthaman.

Overnight at Mandalay.

D6

MANDALAY – INLE

MANDALAY – INLE

After breakfast departure by land to Lake Inle (about 255 km, ~6 hours) crossing the hills of the Shan State; arrival in Nyaung Shwe and boarding for the transfer to the lake.

In the afternoon first lap of the lake to admire the fishermen Intha who reign with the legs and the floating gardens; visit to the pagoda Phaung Daw Oo and the monastery in teak Nga Phe Kyaung.

Overnight on Lake Inle.

D7

INLE – INDEIN – INLE

INLE – INDEIN – INLE

After breakfast boat trip to the village of Indein with its ancient pagodas and the suggestive path that climbs on the hill; visit of the floating villages and the local market (when present).

Overnight in Inle.

D8

INLE – HEHO – YANGON

INLE – HEHO – YANGON

After breakfast transfer to Heho airport for return flight to Yangon. Arrival in Yangon and accommodation in the hotel; day and evening free for individual activities.

Overnight in Yangon.

D9

YANGON – NGWE SAUNG

YANGON – NGWE SAUNG

After breakfast transfer by road to Ngwe Saung (about 250 km, ~6 hours) crossing the Ayeyarwady delta and passing through Pathein. Arrival in the early afternoon and free time to relax on the beach.

Overnight at Ngwe Saung.

D10

NGWE SAUNG

Free day at Ngwe Saung: about 15 km of silver sand beach, perfect for relaxation, walks and baths. Possibility of local excursions, light water activities or simply enjoy the sunset.

Overnight at Ngwe Saung.

D11

NGWE SAUNG

Second free day at Ngwe Saung with possibility of boat excursions, visit a nearby elephant training camp and other optional tours; free evening for sunset on the beach.

Overnight at Ngwe Saung.

D12

NGWE SAUNG – YANGON – DEPARTURE

NGWE SAUNG – YANGON – DEPARTURE

After breakfast departure by road to Yangon (about 250 km, ~6 hours). Time allowing you to visit the Bogyoke Aung San (Scott Market) for handicraft purchases (closed on Mondays and public holidays) and the pagoda Botataung on the riverfront before transfer to the airport for return flight.

02 — The stops in pictures

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