8D7N HEART OF MYANMAR

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1 8D7N HEART OF MYANMAR 2N YANGON, 2N BAGAN, 1N KALAW, 2N INLE LAKE The wonderful trip provides you the significant highlights of Myanmar s most popular attractions with many chances to explore the highlights of Myanmar such as the vibrant city of Yangon, the ancient town of Bagan, the impressive natural cave in Pindaya and enjoy a boat trip on the picturesque Inle Lake. You will visit Yangon, Bagan, Kalaw, Pindaya and surrounding area by a modern air-conditioned vehicle for the whole trip. Sightseeing downtown Yangon, Sule Pagoda, Karawait Palace and Kandawgyi (Royal Lake) park and enjoy beautiful sunset from the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda. You will travel from Yangon to Bagan which is one of the world s greatest archaeological sites with breathtaking scenery. You will continue to visit Inle Lake s ethnic Intha, Shan and PaO communities, and cruise the lake by motorboat to discover floating villages and gardens, and temple ruins. This leg-rowing practice is believed to date back to the 12th century and has been passed down from one generation to the next. You will visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda situated on the lake and see local traditional workshops in operation. Enjoy amazing sunset views overlooking Inle Lake. HIGHLIGHTS 7 Days Myanmar Classic tour of Yangon, Bagan, Kalaw, Pindaya, Inle Lake Explore Yangon s architectural heritage, hear about Yangon s colonial history and enjoy sunset and unforgettable experience an evening visit to Shwedagon Pagoda which is one of the world's most spectacular monuments Visit Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda to see a huge reclining Buddha image Marvel at spectacular Bagan and hundreds of temples sprinkled across the landscape and enjoy wonderful sunset around the temples Visit the picturesque countryside and mountain fields of Shan State Explore Pindaya s limestone cave with its maze of chambers displaying more than 8,000 Buddha statues Enjoy a boat trip and discover the Intha people life style and meet the incredible leg rowers of Myanmar using unique technique to capture fish on Inle Lake

2 RATES IN SINGAPORE DOLLARS PER PERSON BASED ON TWIN SHARING IN SUPERIOR ROOM SEASON 2 PAX 4 PAX 6 PAX 8 PAX NORMAL: MAY - SEPT S$1398 S$1028 S$828 S$728 HIGH : OCT - APR S$1458 S$1088 S$888 S$778 YANGON BAGAN KALAW INLE LAKE HOTEL GRAND UNITED - CHINATOWN HOTEL YADANARBON BAGAN HILL TOP VILLA RESORT HOTEL INLE APEX HOTEL NORMAL: MAY - SEPT S$1598 S$1218 S$1028 S$918 HIGH : OCT - APR S$1748 S$1388 S$1178 S$1088 YANGON BAGAN KALAW INLE LAKE HOTEL GRAND UNITED - AHLONE MYANMAR TREASURE RESORT KALAW HILL LODGE HOTEL ANN HERITAGE LODGE ADDITIONAL INFO Itinerary is subject to change depending on flights, road and other conditions Surcharge applies for tours during Christmas, New Year, Myanmar New Year (April 10 20) based on peak season rates. The price is customized based on final hotel choices, travel dates, and other custom preferences

3 INCLUSIONS 7 nights Hotel accommodation (Superior rooms) Daily breakfast at Hotels Private Boat services at Inle lake trip Transfer in-out of Airports Private tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary Services of a private driver and modern air-conditioned vehicles for the whole trip Service of Local English or Chinese speaking guides on sightseeing days (Other language speaking guides are available with surcharge upon request) Entrance fees as per itinerary Drinking bottled water and cold snow towers on sightseeing days EXCLUSIONS International flights Meals (Lunch and Dinner) although eating arrangements will be made by your tour guide (Optional meal plans are available upon request) Early check-in and late check-out at hotels Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.) Tips for guides and drivers Personal travel insurance Myanmar Visa fees (contact us for further information) DAY 01 YANGON ARRIVAL DINNER (OPTIONAL) After passing through the immigration and customs formalities, our driver and professional guide will welcome you at Yangon International airport and transfer to the Hotel. In the afternoon, excursion to start the day with a visit to one of the world's most spectacular monuments, the Shwedagon Pagoda: its golden stupa is the 'heart' of Myanmar. The pagoda is believed to be 2,500 years old and the central stupa is surrounded by dozens of intricately decorated buildings and statues. There are always many Myanmar people praying and making offerings at Shwedagon, and it's a fascinating place to spend time watching the world go by. Enjoy sunset and unforgettable experience an evening visit to Shwedagon Pagoda. Overnight: Yangon DAY 02 YANGON - BAGAN After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at the hotel and enjoy a scenic journey by air-conditioned vehicle to Bagan (about 10 hour drive). On the way, you can stop at somewhere nice places to have lunch or take photos and transfer to hotel. Overnight: Bagan

4 DAY 03 BAGAN FULL DAY TOUR In the morning, you will stroll through the marketplace of Nyaung U, and get a glimpse into the lifestyle of Burmese people. An all-day visit to this huge area - a day full of culture. But we will avoid hectic tourism and will show you the most beautiful temples and pagodas, leisurely but in detail. Shwezigon Pagoda: One of the oldest stupas in Bagan area built by the great two kings Anawrahta and Kyanzittha. The Stupa s graceful bell shape became a prototype for virtually all later stupas over Myanmar. It is known as the site where the 37 pre-buddhist nat were first officially endorsed Burma monarchy. Ananda Pahto: whose interior seems almost Gothic and is considered to be the most beautiful among all the temples of Bagan. Facing outward from the centre of the cube are four 9.5m standing Buddhas. If we still have time, we can visit Payarthonezu Temple Complex, Min Nan Thu Village. Continue on, visit Gubyaukgyi Temple admiring the fine stuccowork, Nanpaya temple, built in the Mon style with intricate stone carvings, and said once to have been Manuha's residence. Htinlominlo Pahto: built by King Nantaungmya in Inside the 46m-high temple, there are four Buddhas on the lower and upper floors. Traces of old murals are also still visible. Lacquer ware: visit traditional manufacture of unique Bagan lacquer ware. Enjoy wonderful sunset around the temples and then transfer to the hotel. Overnight: Bagan

5 DAY 04 BAGAN - KALAW After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at the hotel and enjoy a scenic journey through the picturesque countryside and mountain fields of Shan State by air-conditioned vehicle to Kalaw (about 10 hour drive). On the way, there are a lot of viewpoints and you can stop at somewhere nice places to have lunch or take photos and transfer to hotel. Overnight: Kalaw DAY 05 KALAW PINDAYA INLE LAKE After breakfast at the hotel, leave by car to enjoy a scenic drive to Pindaya through the picturesque countryside of Shan State. Visit Pindaya s limestone cave with its maze of chambers displaying more than 8,000 Buddha statues and local handicraft workshops producing Shan paper made from mulberry bark and traditional umbrellas made from the same paper that are used by monks all around the country. Continue to enjoy a scenic onehour drive to Myanmar s second largest lake, Inle, which measure 70km². Located at an altitude of 880 metres, the lake is also one of the highest in the country, with a cool climate and exceptional flora and fauna. Inle is famous for its unique leg-rowers. This unusual style of rowing requires remarkable balance and definitely takes some practice. Overnight: Inle Lake DAY 06 INLE LAKE FULL DAY TOUR Enjoy a boat trip on the lake and observe the beautiful surroundings en route to the floating market and floating gardens. Visit the rural but bustling five-day market and observe locals and several minority groups wearing traditional costumes trading farm produce such as vegetables, fruits, dried tea leaves as well as animals. The vibrant atmosphere of the market makes it a jolly experience. (The date of this special market is set by the local people and the location changes every 5 days, your guide will inform you of the exact location). Visit to the southwest of the lake where the Indein pagoda complex is situated. Take the small covered path from the Pa O tribe village to a monastery and the very impressive ruins of hundreds of ancient pagodas, some hidden under vegetation.

6 The main stupa-area on the top of the hill offers breathtaking views over the surroundings and into the valley with the lake in the far distance. You will visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the most highly revered monastery in the Inle Lake area. Discover the traditional handicrafts silk weaving on wooden handlooms and a blacksmith shop. On the lake, you can see traditional fishing methods by using the leg rowing technique. We proceed to the floating garden - Kyun-Hmyaw, which was built-up from strips of water hyacinth and mud, dredged from the lake bed, which breaks down into a rich humus; it take 50 years to produce a layer of 1m thick. Relax and enjoy spectacular sunset views over Inle Lake before returning to your hotel. Overnight: Inle Lake DAY 07 INLE LAKE - YANGON After breakfast at the hotel, we will pick you up at the hotel and return back to Yangon by air-conditioned vehicle (about 10 hour drive). On the way, you can stop at somewhere nice places to have lunch or take photos and transfer to hotel. Overnight: Yangon

7 DAY 08 YANGON TOUR After breakfast at the hotel, head to our first stop Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda to see a huge reclining Buddha image and also the most well-known Buddhist temple in Bahan Township. The reclining Buddha is amazing and there are fantastic vantage points throughout the building that allow unique perspectives on the shapes and colors of his pigmentation and other qualities. Sightseeing Karawait Palace, Kandawgyi (Royal Lake), Sule pagoda in the middle of the city, Mahabandoola Park, the colonial courthouse and the city hall. If we still have enough time, we visit Bogyoke Aung San Market (formerly Scott s market, closes on Monday and public holidays) and give opportunity to do some shopping with hundreds of food, clothes, handicrafts, and gems stores. Reflect on your experience in Myanmar and transfer to airport for international departure flight