Highlights of Burma (Myanmar)

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See the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon. Explore the temples of Bagan. Spend the night in the quaint town of Pindaya and enjoy lunch with a local Danu family. Relax and enjoy the serenity of Inle Lake.
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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

What's this trip about?

    See the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon. Explore the temples of Bagan. Spend the night in the quaint town of Pindaya and enjoy lunch with a local Danu family. Relax and enjoy the serenity of Inle Lake.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CityYangon
End CityInle Lake

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Canoeing
  • Culture
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion

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Itinerary

Day 1 : International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Yangon (Rangoon).

Day 2 : Yangon (Rangoon)

After being met on arrival by an Audley representative, your private driver will transfer you to your hotel. Depending on your flight, you will have the rest of the day to relax, or explore the surroundings. Inya Lake, the largest lake in Yangon is a short walk away, popular with locals taking a stroll after work.

Day 3 : Yangon (Rangoon)

Begin the day with a private guided tour of Yangon's colonial architecture, including a stop at a traditional teashop for late morning refreshments. This afternoon visit the city's centrepiece, the Shwedagon Pagoda. Enjoy a stroll around this spiritual landmark and so...

Day 4 : Bagan (Pagan)

Be picked up from your hotel this morning by private transfer to the airport in time for your flight to Bagan. Your airport guide is on hand to assist you to catch the short flight. On arrival, you're met by your guide and private driver. After checking in to your hot...

Day 5 : Bagan (Pagan)

Today you are free to explore Bagan independently. You might like to hire bikes from your hotel to explore the temples independently, a good option on the relatively traffic free roads. For a slower method of travel, you can hire a horse and cart instead, but beware- they can be quite uncomfortable.

Day 6 : Mandalay

This morning take a private transfer to the airport for your flight to Mandalay. On arrival you're met by your guide and private driver who accompany you to your hotel. After some time to relax, visit the ancient former capitals of Ava and Amarapura. Littered with tem...

Day 7 : Mandalay

Mandalay has a surprising amount to offer for those who know where to find it. Take a private guided tour today which has been designed to reveal Mandalay from a diverse and interesting perspective. The itinerary today is quite flexible and your guide will design it ...

Day 8 : Mandalay

Leave Mandalay this morning and drive two hours through foothills to the former colonial hill station of Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo). Enjoy the highlights of this charming town, accompanied by a local guide. A former British colonial town, it has some unique architecture an...

Day 9 : Pindaya

This morning be picked up by a driver and guide to catch a short flight to Heho. On arrival you're met by your driver and guide and transferred to the charming town of Pindaya, a drive of around two hours. You might catch a glimpse of traditionally dressed farmers and...

Day 10 : Inle Lake

Accompanied by a private guide, visit the Pindaya Caves this morning, famed in the region for the thousands of Buddha statues that fill the interior. After the visit leave Pindaya and travel back through the Shan plateau via the Red Mountain Vineyard. The drive takes ...

Day 11 : Inle Lake

Explore Inle Lake with your private guide today and visit the floating villages, markets and monasteries by private boat. The Indein Pagoda complex is a particular highlight, with hundreds of pagoda scattered around a central stupa. This afternoon take a private canoe trip with your guide to view the local villages as the sun sets over the lake.

Day 12 : International return flight

Fly back to Yangon today. You have use of a private guide to show you a little more of the city or enjoy a spot of shopping and dinner before your international flight departure this evening. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,727
Price per day$394
Last Updated: 1/12/2022

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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