The Golden Land
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Highlights
- Visit a number of old monasteries and temples of art historical interest
- Explore fascinating museum of early Buddhist artifacts and sculptures
- Tour a selection of the 3,000 listed monuments at this World Heritage Site, Pagan
- Enjoy the boat ride along Taungthaman lake
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- Cruise Price Includes: Coach transfer Yangon-Prome (for upstream itinerary only
- No bus transfer needed for downstream itinerary)
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water
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Itinerary
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Disembark at Mandalay.
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- A 20% deposit of your total booking value with Pandaw is required upon confirmation and is non refundable
- Final balance must be paid 61 days before departure or the booking will be cancelled and the deposit forfeited
- Certain special offers may require higher non-refunable deposits. These will be advised to you at the time of booking
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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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What's excluded
- Cruise Price Excludes: International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs
- Fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar and
- Tips to tour guideslocal guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers
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Transportation & flights
Rv Pandaw Ii Accommodation 16 upper deck, 8 main deck staterooms 170 square feet, finished in teak and brass Kimonos and slippers Spa-branded amenities Unlimited mineral water Electric mini safe Central AC with individual control Imported quality linens with duvet and two kind of pillows Premium mattresses Welcome flower arrangement and welcome gift Mirror Multi-configuration plugs Generous closet space and under-bed storage Hair dryer Daily nightly turndown service 24h laundry service Complimentary evening canapés
Rv Katha Pandaw Build 2011 in Saigon Length: 180ft / 40m Beam: 29ft / 8.8m Draft: 3ft / 90cm Berths: 32 pax
Cruise Cancellation and Refund
Cancellations for all or any part of the trip will not be effective until received in writing in the offices of Pandaw. Should you have to cancel, the following terms will apply:
From time of booking until 61 day prior to departure non-refundable deposit
From 60 days and less till departure, no show, late arrival or early return 100% cancellation fee
Note: We strongly recommend for your protection that you purchase a trip cancellation insurance.
Burma, China & Thailand
Cancellation of a Pandaw Pre or Post Reservations is cancellation is subject to 10% of total amount or a $50 per person administrative fee (whichever is higher) from the time of booking through 93 days prior to your scheduled Pandaw trip.
From 92-63: the penalty fee is 30% of the total Trip Cost
From 62-33: the penalty fee is 50% of the total Trip Cost
From 32 days to "no show" the penalty fee is 100% of the total Trip Cost
Because these cancellation policies are strictly enforced, we strongly recommend for your protection that you purchase trip cancellation insurance.
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