Myanmar Golden Ways
15 Days ( Private Tour )
Yangon-Kyaikthiyo-Pindaya-Inle-Mandalay-Bagan-Yangon

Day 1 Arrive Yangon

Arrival at Yangon International airport and transfer to the hotel .Afternoon sightseeing in Yangon featuring Chaukhtakyi, a colossal recling Buddha; a senic photo stop on beautiful Kandawgyi Lake and Shwedagone Pagoda arguably the world’s most impressive golden stupa.Overnight at hotel.

Day 2 Yangon-Kyaikhtiyo (Golden Rock ) ( BF )

Breakfast at the hotel before an early morning drive to Kyaikhtiyo, site of the famous Golden Rock. It is a large boulder which appears delicately balanced, supposedly by the assistance of a well palaced hair of the Buddha, on the edge of a cliff ner the top of a mountain. It is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines.Afternoon we can either go by foot or truck from the base camp to the beginning of the tril from where it is a 45 minute walk to the top.Enjoy Golden Rock sightseeing. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 3 Kyaikhtiyo – Yangon ( BF )

Breakfast at hotel. Viewing the morning sunrise scene at Kyaikhtito is a memorable sight. Descend the mountain to base camp and drive back to Yangon. On the way to Yangon, we will visit some pagodas in Bago.Lunch at local restaurant. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4 Yangon – Heho – Pindaya ( BF )

Breakfast at hotel. Morning transfer to the airport to take Air Mandalay or Yangon Airways or Air Bagan flight to Heho ( ETD: 1045/ ETA 1155 direct flight ) to Heho. Arrive at Heho and drive to Pindaya, which is noted for it’s extensive limestone caves and picturesque lake. We will be passing through Pa O and Danu villages of Pwehla and Ji Chansi and endless fields of dry cultivated mountain rice and potato. Afternoon visit to Pindaya Caves, inside the Caves there are nearly 8,000 Buddha images which have been placed there over the centuries as a form of merit making. Made of various materials and of different sizes, the statues are statues are situated in every nook and cranny throughout the many cave chambers. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 5 Excursion to Inle Lake ( BF )

Breakfast at the hotel .Today we are driving to unique and magical Inle Lake, located about 1000 meters above sea level and 22 km long by 11 km wide. Hilights include the fisherman rowing in the one-legged syle that is characteristic of Inle Lake boatmen, and gardens grass and earth floating on the surface of this shallow lake, floating strips of land for growing vegetables. In the afternoon another attraction besides the enjoyment of scenery is a visit to jumping cats monastery, Phaungdaw U Pagoda and silk weaving. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

Day 6 Inle Lake – Indaing – Inle Lake (BF)

This morning, take boat tour to Indaing, at the western end of the Lake. The boat takes you through a long channel where you watch the farmers cultivate their produce. This ride is one of the most scenic boat tours on Lake Inle. In the afternoon, return to your hotel

Day 7 Inle Lake – Mandalay (BF)

This morning, leave your hotel by boat and then drive to Heho Airport. Air Mandalay or Yangon Airways flight from Heho to Mandalay (approx – ETD: 1225/ ETA: 1255 – direct). Mandalay sightseeing with a visit to Mahamuni Pagoda, home to Mandalay’s holiest Buddha statueIn the afternoon, visit to the finely carved Shwenandaw Monastery, which was once famous King Mindon's home. Then visit to the Kuthodaw Pagoda, famous for its world largest book, surrounding it with 725 marble slabs inscribed with the Tipitaka text (the Three Baskets of the Buddhist Pali canon). Continue to the Kyaukdawgyi Pagoda, famous for its large Buddha statue carved out of a single block of local marble. Enjoy the spectacular sunset at Mandalay Hill, 230 metres in elevation, commands a magnificent view of the city and surrounding countryside. Accommodation at hotel,

Day 8 Mandalay – Maymyo – Mandalay (BF)

This morning, drive up to Maymyo (Pyin Oo Lwin), a cool hill station, over 1,000 m above sea level, founded during colonial times and a worthwhile 64 km side trip from Mandalay. Here visitors can enjoy beautiful scenery, a cool climate and nostalgic atmosphere of former days with its old buildings and botanical gardens. Late afternoon, drive down to Mandalay. Accommodation at hotel, Mandalay.

Day 9 Mandalay – Mingun – Sagaing – Ava – Mandalay (BF)

This morning visit Mingun by boat, located about 11 km upriver from Mandalay on the western banks of the Ayeyarwaddy River. Arrive at Mingun visit around Mingun. It is a town well-known for its 90 tons Mingun Bell, the largest ringing bell in the world, a mammoth unfinished Mingun Pagoda, Settawya Pagoda and Hsinbyume Pagoda. Then, continue by boat to Sagaing, Sagaing was an ancient capital, Sagaing lies 21 km south west of Mandalay, beside the Ayeyarwaddy River. Visit Sagaing Hill, Sagaing Hills are dotted with pagodas and there are over 500 monasteries, a retreat for some 6000 monks and nuns. Visit Kaunghmudaw Pagoda (a copy of the Mahaceti Pagoda in Sri Lanka).
In the afternoon, sail along the Ayeyarwaddy River to In-Wa (Ava), Ava was the ancient capital, known as the Kingdom of In-wa during the Second Myanmar Empire. Visit Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery, Bagaya Monastery and if time allows visit Lacquerware Industry. In the early evening return to Mandalay. Accommodation at hotel, Mandalay.

Day 10 Mandalay – Bagan by Ferry Boat ( BF )

Early morning departure from Mandalay Port for a fascinating journey on board the local Mandalay – Bagan ferry boat services. You will travel for a whole day ( about 9 hours ) along the fabled Ayeyarwaddy River enjoying the sights and sounds of the river life and just relaxing. Arrive at Bagan and transfer to the hotel. We may do sightseeing for sunset if we arrive in time. Overnight at hotel.

Day 11 Bagan (BF)

Start your fullday Bagan sightseeing with a visit to Nyaung Oo local market. Visit to Shwezigon Pagoda, totally coated with gleaming gold, and the large bulbous bell-shaped stupa. It is also Bagan’s most important reliquary shrine – look out for images of the 37 ‘nat’ housed in a small hall. Visit to see 12th Century frescoes adorning the corridors of Kyansittha ‘Cave’ Temple. Visit to Gubyaukgyi (Wetgyi Inn), this early 13th century temple displays a strong influence of Indian cultural. Inside are the wall paintings and 28 Buddha images in sitting position. Photo stop at Ywa Haung Gyi Temple, Visit Htilominlo, the last Barmar style temple built in Bagan, with old murals and friezes. Continue to Ananda Temple, a whitewashed masterpiece of Mon architecture with four standing Buddhas, and the adjacent brick monastery from the Early Bagan era with well – preserved murals.
In the afternoon, visit Archeological Museum. Continue visit to the Shwesandaw Pagoda, displays a strong Mon influence. Visit to the Dammayangyi Temple, which is one of the most impressive edifices in all of Bagan and it built in the middle of 12th century. Then visit Sulamani Temple, known for its murals dating from 11th-12th century and built by King Narapatisithu. Then, visit the Mingalarzedi, which is located near the riverside of great Ayeyarwaddy River. Accommodation at hotel, Bagan.

Day 12 Bagan (BF)

Breakfast. This morning, start your full day Bagan sightseeing tour with a visit to see Nagayone paya, Continue visit Manuha Paya, by appearance, it looks quite ordinary, but once inside you'll have to clamber round four gigantic Buddha statues squashed tightly inside the modest structure. Then visit Nanpaya Temple, built in the Mon style with intricate stone carvings, and said once to have been Manuha’s residence. Visit to the Gubyaukgyi (Myingaba), continue visit Myazedi, it is worth to see Myanmar’s “Rosetta Stone”, bearing inscriptions written in four languages.
In the afternoon, car and guide at disposal. Accommodation at hotel, Bagan.

Day 13 Bagan – Popa – Salay – Bagan (BF)

This morning, drive out of Bagan to visit Mount Popa. Mount Popa locates some 50km southeast of Bagan, Mount Popa, 1500 metres high, is an extinct volcano. It is the legendary home of the 'nats' or spirits. The Mount Popa area has also been designated as a National Park.In the afternoon, drive back to Bagan and on the way back Bagan visit Salay (Sa-Lay). It is a small town about 15km south of Bagan, down the Ayeyarwaddy River. And Then visit U Pone Nya Museum, formerly the Yoke Sone Monastery, exhibits antique lacquerwares, wooden reliefs and a large standing glided Buddha image. The figures carved outside the front of the building are worth seeing. Then, drive back to Bagan. Accommodation at hotel, Bagan.

Day 14 Bagan– Yangon (BF)

This morning, leave your hotel and then drive to Bagan Airport. Air Mandalay or Yangon Airways flight from Bagan to Yangon (approx – ETD: 0950/ ETA: 1100 – direct). Arrive at Yangon Airport and transfer to your hotel.
In the afternoon, visit Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, huge 72 metre Reclining Buddha. Continue visit the National Museum, located on Pyay Road. The National Museum has five floors of exhibits. It displays the Lion Throne, the Elephant Throne, the Royal Regalia, manuscripts, paintings, etc. Visit to the Bothataung Pagoda, located close to Yangon River. Later walk along the Yangon River to enjoy the river view and the busy harbour area. Accommodation at hotel, Yangon.

Day 15 Yangon departure (BF)

Transfer to Yangon Airport for your departure flight…

Our prices are based on following hotels:

Deluxe Hotels
YANGON Traders Hotel (Deluxe room)
BAGAN Thante Hotel (Deluxe room)
MANDALAY Mandalay Hill Resort (Superior room)
PINDAYA Conqueror Hotel (Superior room)
INLE LAKE Regal Resort (Junior Suite)

Superior Hotels
YANGON Summit Parkview Hotel (Superior room)
BAGAN Thazin Garden Hotel (Superior room)
MANDALAY Emerald Land Inn (Superior room)
PINDAYA Conqueror Hotel (Superior room)
INLE LAKE Regal Resort (Superior room)

Standard Hotels
YANGON Panorama Hotel (Superior room)
BAGAN Thiri Malar Hotel (Superior room)
PINDAYA Conqueror Hotel (Superior room)
MANDALAY Myint Phyar Ayeyar Hotel (Superior room)
INLE LAKE Royal Orchid Hotel (Superior room)

Following prices are valid from 01 October 2005 – 30 April 2006

Prices with throughout guide (Language of your choice) and Breakfast only

Prices with English speaking station guides and Breakfast only

Above prices are based on net per person in US dollar and non commissionable.

NOTE: If 15 full paying participants 1 per is FOC in single room

THERE WILL BE SUPPLEMENT FOR SUCH AS CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR PERIOD.

Included in our prices:

• Private air-conditioned car during sightseeing and transfers services (Saloon, mini bus, bus)
• Hotel Accommodation as specified (see above hotel categories for your choice)
• With breakfast only throughout the whole
• Domestic flight ticket with Air Mandalay or Yangon Airways flight as specified in itinerary (including insurance surcharge for domestic airlines)
• Boat trip as specified
• Local guide throughout (Language of your choice: English, German, French, Italian, ect…) (or) different English speaking local guides in different places (see above for your choice)

Not include in our prices:

• Services no mentioned in our itinerary
• Beverages
• Personal expenses
• All entrance fees
• International airport tax