Shwesandaw Pagoda, Bagan

Myanmar Highlights Travel

TMM105: 7 Days Private Tour of Yangon - Bagan - Mandalay
Tour Type: Private tailor-made tour, with experienced guide and driver
Accommodation: Selected 5-star luxury & 4-star comfortable hotels

Highlights:
  • Worship the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon.
  • Discover the Burmese National Treasure, Bagan Temples.
  • Walk into the cultural heritage Mandalay.
  • Experience local life on the lake around the U Bein Bridge.
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Day 1 Arrival in Yangon
Welcome to Yangon, the former capital of Myanmar. Upon arrival, you will find your private tour guide and driver waiting for you at the exit of the airport and then be escorted to check into the well selected downtown hotel.
Day 2 Yangon City Highlights
Your Yangon city tour will start from the Immanuel Baptist Church. Afterwards, wander around in the European style street and then move forward to Sule Pagoda, a quiet scenic spot in the bustling downtown area. The whole pagoda is gilded and looks mysterious and magnificent, especially at night. The next stop will be Botahtaung Pagoda located on the north shore of Yangon River. We will enter the chamber where the hair relic of the Buddha is preserved.

In the afternoon, your guide will lead you to go sightseeing in Chaukhtatgyi Buddha, which is famous for housing a large Reclining Buddha statue. The statue is 66 meters (217 feet) long and wears a gold robe. Then we will take a walk in the Kandawgyi Park, appreciate the lakeside scenery of the Royal Lake, have a photo stop at the famous Karaweik Hall and view the sacred Shwedagon Pagoda in the distance. In this golden country, the Shwedagon Pagoda will be a must-see scenic spot. 

Meals: Breakfast
Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon
Shwedagon Pagoda
Day 3 Fly to Bagan, Visit Bagan Temples
After breakfast, your guide and driver will take you to the airport to catch the flight to the next destination – Bagan, which takes 1 hour and 20 minutes. For about 200 years from the 11th to 13th centuries, the emperors have built tens of thousands of pagodas in various shapes in the city. But due to the wars and earthquakes, only around 2,000 remain. Upon landing, your local guide and driver will pick you up and accompany you to visit some of them, including Ananda Temple, Minkaba Gubyaukyi Temple, Htilominlo Pahto and Mya Zedi Temple. Afterwards, you will be taken to visit a workshop which makes the most popular article in Bagan - lacquer ware. Finally, a private boat tour over the Irrawaddy River will be arranged for you to appreciate the splendid sunset. After 40-minute sunset watching, you will be escorted to check into the hotel.

Friendly Note:
The sunset view in Bagan attracts many photographers all over the world every day. If you are also interested in photograohing, please tell your guide in advance so that he/she will get a better spot for you.

Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Bagan Temples Sightseeing with Shwezigon Paya
The first stop today will be the Nyaung U Market, where you will see the daily life of Bagan people. Here, you will have a chance to know how locals make the yellow face powder, and you could try to apply it to your neck or hands. The second stop will be Shwezigon Paya, where we will explore the architectural art of Buddhist pagodas in the early 11th century. Afterwards, we will head to visit Nan Paya Temple and some other ancient Buddhist pagodas and temples. 

In the afternoon, we will first take a horse carriage to discover the old Bagan Town. Your guide to take you to visit Thatbyinnyu Temple, Dhammayangyi Temple and Sulamani Temple and learn about the Burmese culture and beliefs. At dusk, we will enjoy the charming sunset on the mountain. 

Meals: Breakfast
Shwesandaw Pagoda, Bagan
A panoramic view of Bagan at sunset
Day 5 Fly to Mandalay, Mandalay Highlights
In the morning, you will be transferred to the airport to take a 30-minute flight to Mandalay. Your local guide and driver will pick you up on time and transfer you to the Mahagandayon Monastery, a monastic college, to get an intimate view of how the monks live in Myanmar. Then we will head to Mahamuni Pagoda, Kuthodaw Pagoda and Shwenandaw Monastery, which are the highlights of today's journey. In midway, we will also see the local skills of weaving, stone sculpture and bronze sculptures.

In the afternoon, we will go to the U Bein Bridge, which is the oldest and longest teak wood bridge in the world. With an amazing sunset view, it attracts many travelers all over the world every year. Later, you will enjoy a sunset boat tour on Taungthaman Lake. After a full day sightseeing, you will be accompanied to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast
U Bein Bridge, Mandalay
U Bein Bridge
Day 6 Mandalay Cultural Heritage Tour
Today, we will take a boat to the riverbank of the Irrawaddy River to explore the uncompleted large brick building Mingun Pahtodawgyi, the cake shape Hsinbyume Pagoda, and the world's second largest bell in use Mingun Bell. Afterwards, enjoy some leisure time strolling through Mingun village to feel the hospitality of the local people.

In the afternoon, you will be taken to visit the Soon U Pon Nya Shin Paya on the top of Sagaing Hill' Southern Crown and enjoy a panoramic view of the Mandalay city.

Meals: Breakfast
Day 7 Departure from Mandalay
After breakfast, your driver will escort you to Mandalay International Airport and see you off there. Wish you a pleasant journey home.

Meals: Breakfast
B-- Breakfast L-- Lunch D-- Dinner
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DestinationsLuxury HotelsStandard Hotels
YangonRose Garden Hotel Yangon Esperado Lake View Hotel
BaganAye Yar River View Resort Amata Garden Resort Bagan
MandalayMercure Mandalay Hill Resort Eastern Palace Hotel
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10% off - book 60 days before, 5% off - book 30 days before
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Tour Prices with Luxury Hotels
Month2-3 travelers4-5 travelers
Oct-MarUSD1169 USD1049USD1079 USD969
May-SepUSD1109 USD999USD1019 USD919
Tour Prices with Standard Hotels
Month2-3 travelers4-5 travelers
Oct-MarUSD1039 USD939USD949 USD859
May-SepUSD969 USD869USD879 USD789
  • Prices are per person on twin sharing basis.
  • The prices in red reflect 10% discount.
  • Any part of the itinerary e.g. tour length, activities & hotels can be tailored to your individual interests.
Price Includes
  • Two domestic flights (economy class seats): Yangon - Bagan, Bagan - Mandalay
  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
  • Service of English-speaking guides as per the itinerary
  • Services of private driver and air-conditioned vehicles
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
  • Private boat trips specified in the itinerary
Price Excludes
  • International flights into Yangon and out of Mandalay
  • Lunch and dinner
  • Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • Compulsory Christmas and New Year Eva Dinner at hotels if required
  • Tips for guides and drivers
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Myanmar visa fee
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