15 Day Hidden Wonders of Burma - Yangon to Mandalay

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From:

Yangon to Mandalay

Duration:

15 Days

Tour Type:

Myanmar River Cruise

Operator:

Country/Region:

Myanmar

Style:

Luxury

Code:

MA15

Enjoy a Small Ship River Cruise along the Irrawaddy River, visiting awe-inspiring archaeological sites of Bagan. End your tour with three nights at the remarkable Inle Lake.

Observe a stunning sunset in Bagan
Spend a full day discovering the Bagan Archaeological Zone
Cruise alongside the famed U Bein Bridge near Amarapura for a photo opportunity and glass of champagne
Visit Mahamuni Buddha Temple and see the Mahamuni Buddha statue
Ascend Singuttara Hill and visit the 99 metre-high Shwedagon Pagoda
See the floating gardens and witness the one-legged rowing technique of the fishermen as you explore the southern section of Inle Lake by boat

Tour Description

Itinerary

DAY1

Arrive Yangon, Embark Ship

On arrival at the airport, you’ll be met and transferred to your luxury river ship, the RV Samatha. Head back into the city of Yangon to view the famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Enjoy a Welcome Reception tonight.

Stay: 14 Nights: aboard APT’s boutique river ship, the RV Samatha

Daily :

Lunch
Dinner

DAY2

Yangon

FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ - Sightseeing

After breakfast, select your Freedom of Choice activity. Perhaps travel by train to discover some of the city’s best kept secrets, including a shattered glass factory and leafy oasis. Join a walking tour of Yangon and stroll through the historic streets of Chinatown, the Indian Quarter and downtown Yangon. Or gain an insight into Yangon’s arts scene with visits to the Pansodan Gallery and Golden Valley Arts Gallery, among others.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY3

Danuphyu

Today you’ll explore the township of Danuphyu, where the revered General Maha Bandula led a famous Burmese defensive against the British troops during the First Anglo-Burmese War. You’ll also visit a local cheroot (cigar) workshop.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY4

Myanaung

Absorb wonderful views of the Akauk Mountains and their river-facing cliff carvings as you cruise onwards to the quiet riverside township of Myanaung. Here, a delightful walking tour will take you past a range of well-preserved colonial houses and on to the bustling local market.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY5

Pyay (Prome)

On arrival in Pyay, you will disembark fora walking tour. See a selection of pagodas, including the imposing Shwesandaw Pagoda. Later, travel to the south-east of Pyay on an excursion to the ancient ruins at the old Pyu kingdom capital, Sri Ksetra. The region’s 1,500 year old stupas are among the world’s earliest and most intriguing Buddhist monuments.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY6

Thayetmyo

Continue on to Thayetmyo, a pleasant port town that once sat on the border between Upper and Lower Burma, which the British annexed during the Second Anglo-Burmese War. Here, enjoy a fascinating tour of the historic colonial-era post office before taking a swing at Myanmar’s first golf course.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY7

Minhla, Magwe

Stop in the town of Minhla. Learn how the British captured this fort, and indeed the town, during a war that saw an independent Burma lose its sovereignty. Cruise onwards to Magwe, where you will head up to the Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, located atop a hill overlooking the Irrawaddy River.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY8

Salay

Cruise to the small village of Salay, a colourful religious centre. Here, you’ll visit Yoke Sone Kyaung, the region’s oldest surviving wooden monastery. Built in 1882, the monastery is famous for its wood carvings and extensive collection of religious artefacts. Afterwards, continue on to Shinbin Maha Laba Man Paya, home to the country’s largest lacquer Buddha image, which dates back to the 13th century.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY9

Tantkyi Hill, Bagan

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

This evening observe a stunning sunset over Bagan, one of the world’s truly awe-inspiring archaeological sites. During this beautiful, breathtaking experience, enjoy free flowing drinks, delicious canapes, and fantastic hospitality with your fellow guests.

After breakfast, climb Tantkyi Hill to visit Tantkyitaung Pagoda.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY10

Bagan

FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ - Sightseeing

Perhaps take a private horse cart ride, enjoy a shopping tour of Old Bagan or ascend the winding covered staircases encircling Myanmar’s nats (spirits) at Mount Popa.

Later, visit a family-run lacquerware workshop and a nearby village.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY11

Yandabo

In Yandabo, enjoy an intimate look at village life and watch a pottery-making demonstration by talented local artisans.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY12

Inwa

Today, set out on a tour by horse-drawn cart, taking in Maha Aung Mye Bon Zan Monastery, then see the ‘leaning tower of Inwa’.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY13

Sagaing, Mingun

Explore Soon U Ponya Shin and the Kaunghmudaw pagodas. Later, cruise to Mingun, home to the Mingun Pahtodawgyi. Here, you will see the second largest ringing bell in the world, the Mingun Bell, as well as the Myatheindan Pagoda.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY14

Amarapura, Mandalay

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

This evening, enjoy a sunset sampan cruise alongside the U-Bein Bridge with a drink in hand. It is a supremely beautiful sight, particularly during the evening when the sun is beginning to set.

Set out on a full-day tour of Mandalay, including Mahamuni Buddha Temple and the Kuthodaw Pagoda. Later, take in a tour of the Shwenandaw Monastery. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner.

Daily :

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

DAY15

Disembark Ship, Depart Mandalay

Disembark your ship for the final time this morning and be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Daily :

Breakfast

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15 Day Hidden Wonders of Burma - Yangon to Mandalay

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Trip Notes

Itinerary

Arrive Yangon, Embark Ship

Yangon

FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ - Sightseeing

Danuphyu

Myanaung

Pyay (Prome)

Thayetmyo

Minhla, Magwe

Salay

Tantkyi Hill, Bagan

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Bagan

FREEDOM OF CHOICE™ - Sightseeing

Yandabo

Inwa

Sagaing, Mingun

Amarapura, Mandalay

SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE

Disembark Ship, Depart Mandalay

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