12 DAYS PRUSIT OF SIGHTS & SOUNDS TOUR  (PHT-012P)

YANGON – BAGAN – MANDALAY – INLE LAKE - NGAPALI BEACH – YANGON

Breakfast at hotel. This morning, transfer to Nyaung U Airport for domestic flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival at airport, drive directly to Amarapura, a royal capital founded before Mandalay. Firstly, we take you to Mahagandayon, one of the most prominent monasteries where nearly a thousand monks live and study. It’s a chance to observe unique Myanmar monkshood. Then, proceed to U Bein Teak Bridge originally built in 1851. Take a leisurely walk over the bridge and enjoy the panoramic view of Taungthaman Lake and surrounding. If time permits, a brief stop is possible at traditional silk & cotton weaving. Lunch at Amarapura Restaurant.

This afternoon, visit Maha Myat Muni, the most revered Buddha statue in entire Myanmar. The whole image, except, the face is covered with thick layers of gold foils; a token of the devotees’ intense faith to Buddha. Continue to Shwe Nan Daw Kyaung (Golden Palace Monastery), a delicately carved wooden building and Kuthodaw Pagoda (the world’s largest book), consisting of 729 marble slabs engraved with Buddhist scriptures. If time permits, you may visit one of the tapestry workshops. A visit to 230 meter high Mandalay Hill will conclude today’s tour. Up on the hill, you find a scenic view of the city, the plains surrounding it, the Shan Mountain, as well as the Ayeyarwaddy River, especially great at sunset. Dinner at Ko’s Kitchen Restaurant. Accommodation at hotel, Mandalay.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at hotel. This morning, you will take a locally-built private boat to Mingun, on the legendary Ayeyarwaddy River. This 1-hour up-river journey will introduce the life along Myanmar’s lifeline river, the panorama view, the scenery of local villages and firms on the fertilized shore. Upon arrival, you will visit the unfinished Mingun Phato, the famous Mingun Bell – famous as the world’s largest bell, Mya Thein Dan Zedi with its artistically designed stairways to heaven etc. Return to Mandalay by boat – the down river journey takes approx. 45 mins. Lunch at Myanandar Restaurant.

In the late afternoon, take a rickshaw tour for approx. 1 hour. Tour starts from the foot of Mandalay Hill to visit Shwenandaw Monastery, an ancient wooden building with intricate carvings, which was once King Mindon's home. Continue to Kuthodaw Pagoda with Buddhist Scriptures inscribed on marble slabs - also known as the 'world's largest book'. You have the opportunity to enjoy the open-air observation of Mandalay and its people. Mandalay evening is somewhat different from other cities; majority of locals in Mandalay travels on bicycles, especially in the late afternoon. Dinner at Green Elephant Restaurant in Mandalay. Accommodation at hotel, Mandalay.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at hotel. This morning, transfer to Tada Oo Airport for domestic flight to Heho. Proceed by road to Nyaung Shwe (25 km - 1 hour) – a gateway to Inle Lake, a freshwater lake in the heart of Shan Highlands. Lunch at River View Restaurant at Nyaung Shwe.

Proceed by boat (approx. 30 mins) to your hotel on the lake. After a brief refreshment stop, start an excursion by boat on Inle Lake admiring the view of famous leg-rowers, typical floating gardens, local methods of fishing and village life. Don’t miss it; it’s a great photo time! Further visits are made to Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the weaving village of Inpawkhon and Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery. Today, Traditional Shan dinner will be served at your hotel. Accommodation at hotel, Inle Lake.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at hotel. This morning, visit a local market (on market day only) and then, proceed to Nampan Village and  see the small traditional work places producing hand-made goods for local use and trading. Lunch at Nampan Restaurant.

After lunch, enjoy a boat tour to Inndein Village at the western end of the lake. The boat takes you through a long and narrow waterway with both shores covered by reeds and bamboo forest. This is probably one of the most scenic boat rides on the lake. Upon arrival, walk past the village and head to the ruined temple complex following a stair path. Alternatively, bullock carts can transport you from the village to mountain top (advance booking required). Return to jetty through nature path and proceed to your hotel by boat. Dinner and accommodation at hotel, Inle Lake.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at hotel. This morning, transfer by boat and by road to Heho Airport for domestic flight to Thandwe ( Ma-Zin Airport). If time permits, visit a colorful local market en route (on market day only). Upon arrival at the airport, the representative from your hotel will meet and transfer you to hotel. Lunch at hotel.  In the afternoon, at leisure at the beach, to enjoy sun, sand & sea. Dinner and accommodation at hotel, Ngapali Beach.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at hotel. Free at leisure at the beach. There are bicycle, jeep & bullock cart renting services, if you wish to explore the village area. You may seek assistance from your hotel for these services. Lunch at hotel.  In the afternoon, at leisure at the beach, to enjoy sun, sand & sea. Dinner and accommodation at hotel, Ngapali Beach.

Breakfast at hotel. Check-out hotel in the late morning and proceed to Ma-Zin Airport, the transfer service is provided by your hotel. Take domestic flight to Yangon. Upon arrival, transfer to Sabai Sabai Restaurant.

This afternoon, visit the National Museum (closed on public holidays) - famous for the 8-meter-high Golden Lion Throne and Mandalay Royal Regalia. As a free and easy tour for today, you may opt for taking a stroll at Bogyoke (Scott’s) Market with numerous shops (closed on Mondays), or, a brief walking tour at downtown area where various stalls are set on the platform to later turn to the night market. Dinner and accommodation at hotel, Yangon.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast at hotel. You will be escorted to Yangon International Airport and assisted as required, for your morning international departure flight.

Meals included: Breakfast