MYANMAR

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Myanmar (formerly Burma) has had a tumultuous past. Over the years it has been ruled by the Mongols, China, France and Britain. It was the site of intense fighting during World War II. In 1948, Burma became an independent nation. But a military coup in 1962 put an end to Burma’s fledgling democracy. Despite the international attention focused on Myanmar when opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1991, the country continues to be ruled by an oppressive military regime.

Though the political situation in Myanmar has stopped some travelers from visiting, others have been enticed by the striking scenery, stunning Buddhist temples and pagodas and lack of commercialism. In fact, many people say that Myanmar is not only the jewel of Southeast Asia, but one of the most enthralling places on earth. We can't help but agree.

At Southeast Asia Tours, we design tours for any number of people and any length of stay. The focus is always on your special interests and desires. Here are a few samples of the kind of trip to Myanmar we look forward to designing just for you...

Sample Itineraries:

Do you have a small, medium or large group of people who want to travel together? Discounts are available for groups!

Other hotels are available, in addition to those listed in the Sample Itineraries.

Myanmar packages include sightseeing and transfers per itinerary with private guide and driver.

MYSTICAL MYANMAR

Day 1 - Arrival transfer Yangon, city tour with Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha and Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. (L, D)

Day 2 - Transfer to airport in Yangon. Flight included Yangon to Mandalay. On arrival in Mandalay ferry to Mingun. Afternoon city tour. Visit Mahamuni Pagoda, Golden Palace Monastery, see the world’s largest book and visit Mandalay Hill for sunset. (B,L, D)

Day 3 - Full day tour to Amarapura, silk weaving factories, Ava with pony cart ride and Sagaing Hills. Sunset at U Bein Bridge. (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Ferry from Mandalay to Bagan. Sunset on the Irrawaddy River. (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Full day tour of the Bagan temples. Visit Shwezigon, Gubyaukgyi and Htilominlo Pagodas, Ananda Temple, a lacquerware factory/shop and a local village. Pony cart ride to temples unreachable by car. Sunset atop Mingalazedi Pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 6 - Mt. Popa Excursion with stops at a Bagan village and traditional palm sugar factory. Continue to Kalaw. (B, L, D)

Day 7 - Visit Kalaw Market, Pindaya Cave and a Shan paper-making factory. Continue to Inle Lake. (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Tour Inle Lake via private boat. Visit the five-day market, Nampan Village to see cigar making, visit Inn Paw Khone and other lake villages, see the floating gardens and visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda and Nga Phe Kyaung ("jumping cat" Monastery. (B, L, D)

Day 9 - Transfer to the Heho airport and fly to Yangon. Flight included. Upon arrival visit Scott Market and Chinatown. (B, L, D)

Day 10 - Visit Kandawgyi Park before transferring to the airport. (B)

Prices:
$1455 - Standard accommodations
$1570 - First class accommodations
$1825 - Deluxe accommodations

(Add a Beach Getaway and/or Golden Rock extension to make this a truly in-depth itinerary of Myanmar.)

MYANMAR HIGHLIGHTS OPTION 1

Day 1 - Arrival transfer Yangon, and city tour including Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha. Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. (L, D)

Day 2 - Transfer to airport in Yangon. Flight included Yangon to Bagan. Full day tour of the Bagan temples. Visit Shwezigon, Gubyaukgyi and Htilominlo Pagodas, Ananda Temple and a lacquerware factory/shop. Sunset from atop Mingalazedi Pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 3 - Morning excursion to Mt. Popa and a Bagan village. Pony cart ride to Bagan temples not reachable by car. Sunset from atop a pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Transfer to airport for included flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival tour Amarapura and Mandalay city with Mahamuni Pagoda, Golden Palace Monastery, see the world’s largest book and visit Mandalay Hill for sunset.. (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Return to the Mandalay airport for included flight to Heho. Morning excursion to Pindaya Caves. Afternoon transfer to Inle Lake. (B, L, D)

Day 6 - Today's full day Inle Lake tour includes the five day market, floating villages and floatin gardens. (B, L, D)

Day 7 - Transfer to the Heho airport for your included flight to Yangon. Upon arrival visit Scott Market, Chinatown and the National Museum. (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Visit Kandawgyi Park before transferring to the airport. (B)

Prices:
$1280 - Standard accommodations
$1375 - First class accommodations
$1590 - Deluxe accommodation

MYANMAR HIGHLIGHTS OPTION 2

Day 1 - Arrival transfer Yangon, Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. (L, D)

Day 2 - Transfer to airport in Yangon. Flight included Yangon to Bagan. Full day tour of the Bagan temples. Visit Shwezigon, Gubyaukgyi and Htilominlo Pagodas, Ananda Temple and a lacquerware factory/shop. Sunset from atop Mingalazedi Pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 3 - Morning visit to Nyaung U market and a Bagan village. Pony cart ride to temples unreachable by car. Sunset from atop a Pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Transfer to airport for included flight to Heho. Upon arrival tour Inle Lake by boat. (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Visit Innderin Pagoda and village. Continue to Nampan to see cigar making. Also visit Inn Paw Khone. (B, L, D)

Day 6 - Visit the five day market and floating villages and gardens, via canoe. (B, L, D)

Day 7 - Transfer to the Heho airport and fly to Yangon. Flight included. Upon arrival visit Scott Market, Chinatown and the National Museum. (B, L, D)

Day 8 - Visit the Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha, Kandawgyi Park and Karaweik Royal Barge before transferring to the airport. (B)

Prices:
$1150 - Standard accommodations
$1250 - First class accommodations
$1510 - Deluxe accommodation

ON THE ROAD TO MANDALAY AND BAGAN

Day 1 - Arrival transfer Yangon. Visit Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha and Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. (L, D)

Day 2 - Transfer to airport in Yangon. Flight included Yangon to Mandalay. On arrival in Mandalay tour Amarapura, Mahamuni Pagoda, Golden Palace Monastery, the world’s largest book, Mandalay Hill for sunset. (B, L, D)

Day 3 - Drive to Bagan with stops at Meikhtila village and Mt. Popa. Sunset on the banks of the Irrawaddy River. (B,L, D)

Day 4 - Full day tour of the villages and temples of Bagan. Tour Shwezigon, Gubyaukgyi and Htilominlo Pagodas, Ananda Temple. Also visit a lacquerware factory/shop. Late afternoon included flight to Yangon. Overnight in Yangon. (B, L, D)

Day 5 - Visit Scott Market, the National Museum and Kandawgyi before transferring to the Yangon airport. (B)

Prices:
$835 - Standard accommodations
$880 - First class accommodations
$940 - Deluxe accommodations

YANGON QUICK TRIP

Day 1 - Arrival transfer in Yangon. Afternoon tour of the city and sunset visit to Shwedagon Pagoda. (L, D)

Day 2 - Full day tour of Yangon, including Kalaywa Monastery, Scott Market, National Museum and Chinatown. (B, L, D)

Day 3 - Visit Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha, Kandawgyi Park and Karaweik Royal Barge. Transfer to the airport. (B, L)

Prices:
$275 - Standard accommodations (Central Hotel)
$310 - First class accommodations (Grand Plaza Park Royal)
$350 - Deluxe accommodations (Traders Shangri-La)

TEMPLES OF BAGAN QUICK TRIP

Day 1 - Arrival transfer in Yangon and visit Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha and Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. One night accommodation in Yangon. (L, D)

Day 2 - Transfer to the airport for your included flight from Yangon to Bagan. Visit Nyaung Oo Market and the temples of Bagan. You'll also visit a lacquerware factory/shop and see the sunset from atop a pagoda. (B, L, D)

Day 3 - Excursion to Mt. Popa and a Bagan village. Visit Bagan temples not reachable by car via pony cart. Sunset on the banks of the Irrawady River. (B, L, D)

Day 4 - Transfer to the Bagan airport for your included flight to Yangon. Visit the National Museum and Scott Market before returning to the airport. (B, L)

Prices:
$695 - Standard accommodations
$720 - First class accommodations
$765 - Deluxe accommodations

BEACH GETAWAY

Day 1 - Transfer to the Yangon airport. Flight included Yangon to Thandwe. Transfer to Ngapali Beach. Two nights accommodations.

Day 2 - At leisure to enjoy the beach. (B)

Day 3 - Morning at leisure. Afternoon transfer to Thandwe airport and flight included to Yangon. Arrival transfer to any hotel in Yangon (hotel in Yangon not included). (B)

Prices:
$415 - Standard accommodations (Ngapali Beach Hotel)
$485 - First class accommodations (Bayview Beach Resort)

GOLDEN ROCK EXTENSION

Day 1 - Depart Yangon for Kyaikthiyo. After lunch at the base camp, take a soft trek to Golden Rock for sunset. (L, D)

Day 2 - This morning explore the Pagoda and take a city tour of Bago. After lunch in Bago return to Yangon. (B, L)

Prices:
$330 - Standard accommodations (Golden Rock Hotel)
$335 - First class accommodations (Kyaikhto Hotel)

Prices quoted are per person, based on double occupancy. Prices are approximate and are subject to change/availability at the time of confirmation. Prices are subject to holiday/high season surcharges. Prices are subject to currency fluctuation. Packages that include flights are subject to airfare changes. Prices in particular accommodation categories may vary greatly, depending upon the dates of travel and choice of hotel. Prices are based upon a cash discount. A visa is required to enter Myanmar. Visa fees are not included in the above prices.