Exploring Myanmar by boat & on foot
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- Walk through the Shan hills and stay in a local monastery.
- Explore the Ayeyarwady River by boat with a stay at a local village en route.
- Take an iconic rail journey across the Goteik Viaduct.
- Visit the sandstone caves of Monywa.
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Yangon
Arrive in the city of Yangon, where you will be met at the airport and driven to your hotel by private vehicle.
Yangon
With your private guide enjoy a tour of the city's highlights and a ride on the circle train. This is a great chance to interact with the local people, who will be interested to chat with you. The day ends with a visit to the Shwedagon at sunset.
Yangon , Golden Rock
This morning you depart Yangon for Kyaiktiyo to visit the revered Buddhist site of Golden Rock.
Golden Rock , Moulmein (Mawlamyine)
Continue your journey further south to Mawlamyine where you will have the afternoon to explore this sleepy riverside town.
Moulmein (Mawlamyine)
Today visit the terminus of the Death Railway at Thanbyuzayat as well as the interesting Yele Pagoda at Kyaikkami.
Moulmein (Mawlamyine) , Hpa-An
From Mawlamyine you head to Hpa An in Karen State by small private boat where you will visit the Kawgun Caves.
Hpa-An , Yangon
Continue your journey from Hpa An to Yangon where you will spend the night.
Yangon , Mandalay , Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo)
This morning you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Mandalay, where you will be met by your new driver and guide. From Mandalay you will travel to the hill station of Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo). Enjoy an afternoon at leisure exploring this interesting town.
Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo)
You can explore Pyin Oo Lwin by car, or alternatively you can hire a pony and trap — the local taxi. The main sights include the colourful Chinese temple, the Central Market, and the church of the Immaculate Conception. You can also include a visit to the botanical gardens or a little further outside the town is the Mahar Anhtoo Kan Tha Pagoda.
Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo) , Mandalay
This morning you will travel to the small station of Naung Cho where you will board the train to travel over the scenic Goitek Viaduct. Your driver will meet you at the next station where you will drive back down to Mandalay.
Mandalay
Mandalay has a surprising amount to offer for those who know where to find it. This tour has been designed to reveal Mandalay from a diverse and interesting perspective.
Mandalay , Yandabo
Today you will travel to along the Ayeyarwady River to Yandabo where you spend the night. The ferry will take approximately 4 to 5 hours. From the afternoon, enjoy a unique experience visiting a local family home to see where pottery for th...
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Bagan
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Bagan , Heho , Kalaw
Fly to Heho and transfer to the former colonial hill station of Kalaw. You have the afternoon at leisure.
Kalaw
Visit the Green Hill Valley Elephant Centre for a chance to interact with these incredible creatures and learn about the work of this worthwhile project.
Kalaw
You depart Kalaw for a nearby village where your two-day trek begins. Walk through ethnic villages and stop off for local delicacies before staying the night at the village monastery.
Kalaw , Inle Lake , Nyaung Shwe
After breakfast continue your trek through Shan State and numerous villages heading for the temples of Indein and Inle Lake for lunch.
Inle Lake , Nyaung Shwe
Enjoy a day exploring the serene nature of Inle Lake visiting floating communities, markets and interacting with the local Intha people.
Inle Lake , Nyaung Shwe
Day at leisure to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility.
Inle Lake , Heho , Yangon
Fly to Yangon where you have use of a day room at a hotel close to the airport and a driver and guide at your disposal for any last-minute shopping or visits. Early evening fly to Bangkok and connect with your onwards flight.
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