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Tour Overview:

Myanmar (Burma) is the land of pagodas—a country where the blossoming development of Buddhism shapes every aspect of life, from the golden spires that pierce the sky to the saffron robes of monks collecting alms at dawn. Joining the Myanmar at a Glance 5-day, 4-night tour, you will gain a true insight into the daily lives of local residents and their deeply held religious beliefs, cultivated over centuries. You will sample authentic Burmese cuisine, explore elaborate monasteries, and uncover ancient spiritual rituals that have remained unchanged for generations.

Discover Bagan's Timeless Wonder

Explore Bagan and its incredible collection of over 2,000 stupas, temples, and pagodas scattered across a vast, misty plain. Contemplate the breathtaking sunset from a hilltop or an ancient pagoda as the golden light washes over centuries-old brickwork.

Immerse Yourself in Myanmar's Holy Sites

Visit sacred sites, picturesque villages, craftsmen's workshops, bustling markets, and Buddhist monasteries in Yangon and Mandalay—the cultural and spiritual hearts of the nation. From the gleaming Shwedagon Pagoda to the world's largest book at Kuthodaw, this journey offers a glimpse into a land where faith and daily life are beautifully intertwined.

Itinerary in brief :

DAY DESTINATION MEAL CITIES
Day 1 Mingalarbar to Myanmar Yangon
Day 2 Yangon – Bagan B Bagan
Day 3 Bagan Sightseeing B Bagan
Day 4 Bagan – Mandalay B Mandalay
Day 5 Goodbye Myanmar B Mandalay

* B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Itinerary in details:

Day 1: Arrival – Yangon – Former capital of Myanmar, Mingalarbar “Hello” Myanmar

Mingalarbar!

Welcome to Yangon, Yangon (formerly known as Rangoon) is the largest city in Myanmar (formerly Burma). A mix of British colonial architecture, modern high-rises and gilded Buddhist pagodas define its skyline.

Enjoy your orientation tour of Yangon with a walk from Sule pagoda to Strand Hotel where you will encounter numerous of British colonial buildings and Emmanual Church. As we save the best for the last, drop by Shwedagon, the most sparkling pagoda, also the biggest one in the country. Free to take photos and learn about Buddhist with your guide.

Optional: In the evening, it is suggested to enjoy a traditional dinner in Karaweik Palace overlooking to the Royal Lake and Shwedagon Tower. You will be served a dinner of fine Burmese food followed by an amazing cultural show. Please contact us for further information.

Overnight at hotel in Yangon, former capital of Myanmar.

Day 2: Yangon – Bagan (Meal: Breakfast)

After early breakfast, we will leave bustle Yangon city with flight to Bagan (1 hour and 20 minutes). On arrival, welcome by our local guide and start sightseeing. This sightseeing offers a close observation to the daily life of Myanmar people at a market and the rich architecture at the most famous pagodas in Bagan. At first, Bagan Sightseeing starts with busy NYAUNG-U MARKET which is a local market in the village of Nyaung U to the northeast of Bagan. The Nyaung U Market provides great photo opportunity, and also the chance for tourists to mingle with the local Myanmar people, and watch how they conduct their daily lives. Then enjoy the rest of your time dedicated to discovering Bagan temples. The main highlights are

  • SHWE-ZIGON PAGODA, the prototype of later Myanmar stapes
  • KYAN-SIT-THA U-MIN, a tunnel with attractive mural paintings
  • ANANDA TEMPLE, the architectural masterpiece of a millennium
  • THAT-BYIN-NYU TEMPLE, the tallest in Bagan.
  • DHAMMA-YANGYI TEMPLE, famous for its fine brick works
  • LACQUARE WORKSHOP
  • Spend the evening at sunset hill for a superb sunset view.

Overnight in Bagan.

Day 3: Bagan sightseeing by car (Meal: Breakfast)

Since it is your second day in Bagan, sightseeing will be done by bike to get another taste.

After breakfast at hotel, start sightseeing.

  • HTILO-MINLO TEMPLE, a double-storied building with artistic stucco works.
  • GAWDAW-PALIN TEMPLE, famous for its colourful glazed plaques,
  • GU-BYAUK-KYI (MYIN-KA-BAR), famous for its mural paintings of Jataka scenes.
  • MANUHA TEMPLE, built by the captive Mon King Manuha.
  • NAN-PAYA, a temple believed to be the residence of Mon King Maunha.

After lunch (own accounts) visit AH SHAY PHWAR SAW village by pony cart. It is a perfect village to enjoy how Myanmar people struggle their lives. There one can enjoy the women using a traditional spinning loom to make shawls. Explore the village. This visit will provide an insight into real rural lives of Myanmar people. Then enjoy panoramic sunset view of Bagan at sunset Hill.

Overnight in Bagan.

Day 4: Bagan – Mandalay (Meal: Breakfast)

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport for flight to Mandalay. A short flight from Bagan will take you to Mandalay, the 2nd largest city in Myanmar. Start Mandalay sightseeing which includes most of the city’s outstanding historical and cultural sites such as:

  • MAHAMUNI PAGODA, famous for its life like Buddha image
  • MARBLE SCULPTURE
  • GOLD LEAF MAKING CENTRE
  • KU-THO-DAW PAGODA, known as the world’s biggest book.
  • SHWE-NANDAW MONASTERY (GOLDEN MONASTERY), famous for its wood carving
  • KYAUK-TAW-GYI PAGODA, a huge image of Buddha carved out of a single marble boulder.
  • In the evening, enjoy breath-taking and panoramic view of almost the whole city from Mandalay Hill

Overnight in Mandalay.

Day 5: Mandalay – Departure (Meal: Breakfast)

Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel. Take a last swim, buy last-minute souvenirs, or simply relax.

 

Transfer to Mandalay International airport for departure to next destination. It’s time to say goodbye, we thank you for traveling with us and warmly welcome you to come again.

Services

What’s include :

TOUR COST INCLUDES:

TOUR COST NOT INCLUDES:

✅ Accommodation: 04-nights with daily breakfast in double / twin shared room

✅ Meals: at local restaurant (Foods only) as mentioned in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner)

✅ Private Transportation: Airport transfers & Tours by air con. vehicles as per program.

✅ Private boat trip as mentioned in program.

✅ Entrance fees: Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified as mentioned in program.

✅ Private Tour Guide: Local English-speaking guide during tours as mentioned in program

✅ Flight ticket: Yangon – Bagan / Bagan – Mandalay (check in luggage 20kg and hand-carry 7kg).

✅ All government taxes.

✅ 24hours supporting hotline.

✅ Cold water and towel during tours

❌ Myanmar Visa stamp fee – https://evisa.moip.gov.mm/home

❌ All International air tickets.

❌ Other meal, drink, personal expenses, tip, Travel insurance,

❌ Early check-in & late check-out surcharge.

❌ International bank transfer fees (Banking fee is covered by the sender)

❌ Another thing not mentioned in included

GENERAL NOTICE:

  • Standard check-in time is 14h00 and check-out time is 12h00 at most of the hotels.
  • Arrival/Departure: Above prices are valid only for group of clients travelling together – arrival and departure with the same flight. Arrival/departure by other flight subject to supplement charge.
  • Program is subject to change without notice due to Airlines unexpected changes of schedule or flight unexpected cancellations.
  • There will be no refund or compensation applied due to force major which effect to visit program.
  • We reserve the right to adjust the prices at any time in the event of an increase of the fuel surcharge applied by airlines companies or any other transport companies.
  • Deadline for flight tickets: We will automatically issue flights 5 days after bookings is confirmed by us, please take note and come back to me within 5 days since booking is confirmed if you find clients don’t want to issue it.

 

Consultant/Emergency Contact:

EURASIE Travel “Best for the Best“ – Head office

#AC04, Street 59CW, Borey Sopheak Meangkul, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

info@eurasietravel.com.kh / www.eurasietravel.com.kh

 

Hot lines:

+ Mr. Bonny: (+855) 12 608 108 (WHATSAPP)

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