General Information
Duration: 9 days/8 nights
Tour Routine: Yangon – Mandalay – Amarapura – Bagan – Inle Lake – Yangon
Intended Travel Date: No Fixed Departure, Anytime You Wish
Start/End: Yangon/Yangon
Tour Style: Cultural, Heritage, Scenic Landscape
Guides: Myanmar Local Guide (English Speaking Guide, Other Languages upon Request)
Transportation: Domestic Flights, Private First-class Air-conditioned Vehicles, Boat Trips
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Yangon Arrival
Day 2: Yangon – Mandalay – Amarapura (B)
Day 3: Mandalay – Bagan (By private car) (B)
Day 4: Bagan Exploration & Villages (B)
Day 5: Bagan – Heho – Inle Lake (By private car) (B)
Day 6: Inle Lake Discovery (B)
Day 7: Inle Lake – Indein (B)
Day 8: Inle Lake – Heho – fly to Yangon (B)
Day 9: Yangon – Departure (B)
Full Itinerary
Day 1: Yangon Arrival
Arrive in Yangon and meet your local guide before transferring to your hotel for check-in. Begin your private city tour with a drive through downtown Yangon, where colonial-era buildings line the streets, showcasing a unique architectural charm. Visit landmarks such as the historic post office, pass by the Strand area, and explore Mahabandoola Garden with the Independence Monument. Continue to Chauk Htat Kyi Pagoda to see its impressive reclining Buddha. Stop for photos at Karaweik Hall before heading to the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda, where you can witness local worshippers and enjoy a stunning sunset over the golden stupa.
Day 2: Yangon – Mandalay – Amarapura Myanmar’s Enchanting Old Capitals (B)
Fly to Mandalay in the morning, the last royal capital of Myanmar. Upon arrival, explore the city’s cultural highlights, including Mahagandayon Monastery in Amarapura, known for its large monastic community. Visit traditional craft workshops producing gold leaf, wood carvings, and marble sculptures. In the afternoon, tour the Golden Palace Monastery, a fine example of traditional teak architecture, and Kuthodaw Pagoda, often referred to as the “world’s largest book.” End your day at the iconic U Bein Bridge, the world’s longest teak bridge, for a beautiful sunset view.
Day 3: Mandalay – Bagan – Exploring the World Heritage Site (By private car) (B)
Travel by road from Mandalay to Bagan, with a stop at Mount Popa, an extinct volcano considered a spiritual center. Climb the steps to its hilltop monastery for panoramic views. Continue to Bagan, where thousands of ancient temples and pagodas spread across the plains. Spend the rest of the day discovering some of the most significant religious monuments in this remarkable archaeological site.
Day 4: Bagan & Villages – Mystique and Charm in Ancient Bagan (B)
Start your day at a lively local market to experience daily life in Bagan. Visit nearby villages to gain insight into traditional lifestyles, then continue exploring more temples and pagodas. Stop at a lacquerware workshop to see artisans at work. Visit the renowned Ananda Temple before ending the day with a magical sunset over the Bagan plains.
Day 5: Bagan – Heho – Inle Lake (By private car) (B)
After breakfast, journey overland to Inle Lake, passing through scenic countryside and local villages. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Day 6: Inle Lake (B)
Take a full-day boat tour on Inle Lake. Visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the lake’s most important religious site, and observe local crafts such as silk weaving and blacksmithing. Explore stilt villages, floating gardens, and traditional homes built over the water. Continue to Nampan Village to see local cigar-making and canoe crafting.
Day 7: Inle Lake – Indein (B)
Visit the rotating local market, where ethnic minority groups gather to trade goods. Cruise through scenic canals to Indein Village, home to ancient stupas and atmospheric ruins. Walk along covered pathways lined with shops and admire the unique architecture. Learn about local traditions, including the famous Intha leg-rowing technique.
Day 8: Inle Lake – Heho – fly to Yangon (B)
Fly back to Yangon in the morning. Visit Bogyoke (Scott) Market, a historic marketplace offering a wide range of local handicrafts and souvenirs. Continue your city exploration with visits to religious and cultural landmarks, including St. Mary’s Cathedral, Sule Pagoda, and the historic synagogue. Explore the vibrant neighborhoods of Little India and Chinatown.
Day 9: Yangon – Departure (B)
After breakfast, enjoy free time at leisure until your transfer to the airport for your onward international flight.
