Myanmar At a Glance 5 Days

Activities: Take a flight to Bagan, visit a series of pagodas and temples such as Shwezigon Pagoda, Ananda Temple, Gubyaukgyi Temple, and Thatbyinnyu Temple, and watch the sunset.

The culture & history in Myanmar trip continues with a flight to Bagan. After checking into the hotel, we will explore Bagan, the home of thousands of ancient temples.

Our first destination on the Bagan City Tour is Shwezigon Pagoda, the holiest pagoda in Bagan, known as a center of prayer and begun by King Anawrahta in the 11th century.

Then we will visit Gubyaukgyi Temple (Wetkyiinn village). Here, the impressive painting in the temple will appeal to our eyes.

To fully explore the beauty of Bagan, be sure to include Ananda Temple in your Burma tour. This remarkable temple, often referred to as the "Westminster Abbey of Burma," is a well-preserved masterpiece that is steeped in religious significance. Another must-see attraction is Thatbinnyu Temple, the tallest temple in Bagan. Its name is derived from the omniscience of Buddha and it boasts stunning architecture from the 11th century.

To end your second day on a high note, you will take in the breathtaking sunset from a small hill. Witness the mesmerizing sunset on Bagan – Don’t miss this chance!

Finally, tourists will be spending the night in Bagan and meals on their own.

• Transport:

  Car

• Meals:

  Breakfast

Activities: Visit Nyaung Oo Market, Kyansittha Umin, Manuha, Nanbaya, Dhamanyangyi Temple, Gubyaukgyi Temple, a lacquerware factory, and a local village, and watch the river sunset on the boat.

We will start day 3 of the culture & history journey in Myanmar by visiting Nyang Oo Market, a traditional marketplace that has stood the test of time in Myanmar. Here, you will be captivated by the vast variety of fruits and vegetables on offer, as well as the unique sight of locals carrying baskets on their heads.

Next, we will embark on another Bagan Day Tour to explore some of the ancient temples that were constructed by King Narathu in the 12th century, such as Kyansittha Umin, Nanbaya, and Dhamanyangyi Temple. The Myinkabar Gubyaukgyi Temple is a must-see with its stunning paintings that will leave you in awe.

In the afternoon, we will visit a local lacquerware workshop, followed by an adventure & activity trip to a nearby village to gain an insightful understanding of the lacquer painting technique in Myanmar.

The highlight of the day is undoubtedly witnessing the mesmerizing sunset while cruising along the Irrawaddy River by taking a Myanmar River Cruise and immersing yourself in the local life.

Meals will be on your own, and we will be staying overnight in Bagan.

• Transport:

  Car

• Meals:

  Breakfast

Activities: Fly to Mandalay, drive to Amarapura, visit Mahagandayon Monastery, the old U Bein Teak Bridge, Mahamuni Pagoda, Atumashi Monastery, Shwenandaw Monastery, and Kuthodaw Pagoda, and watch the sunset.

Take a short flight from Bagan to Mandalay, the second-largest city in Myanmar, and continue your Mandalay City Tour to Amarapura, the "city of immortality," by car. Don't miss the chance to visit Mahagandaryone Monastery, one of Amarapura's main attractions, where more than 3000 monks reside and study. Take a walk across the stunning U Bein Wooden Bridge, a 1.2-kilometer structure made of teak planks and reputed to be the world's longest of its kind.

While taking the Myanmar tour, make sure to visit some breathtaking monasteries, such as Shwenandaw Monastery, known for its Buddhist carvings, and contemplate the majestic beauty of Atumashi Monastery.

In the afternoon, the visit continues to Kuthodaw Pagoda, where you can admire the World's Largest Book, consisting of 729 Marble Stone Slabs of Buddhist Scriptures, each of which is held in a small shrine.

Finally, stop at Mandalay Hill to witness the breathtaking sunset. This will be a compelling moment for you to relax and enjoy the stunning view of the entire city on the third day of the Myanmar Tour Package. Don’t let this one-of-a-lifetime experience slip away!

Remember, meals are on your own. End your Mandalay Day Tour and have a pleasant overnight stay in Mandalay.

• Transport:

  Car

• Meals:

  Breakfast

Activities: Fly back to Yangon, pay a visit to Shwedagon Pagoda, and depart.

In the morning, you will enjoy a nice breakfast before transferring to the airport for your flight back to Yangon.

Continue your Yangon City Tour by starting the trip to Shwedagon Pagoda, you will be immersed in the shimmering landscape of Shwedagon Pagoda, a magnificent golden pagoda on the top of Singuttara Hill. It is said that this pagoda dates back 2500 years and stored the hair relics of the Buddha. Today, it is one of the most spectacular examples of religious architecture in the world and a source of pride for Myanmar.

You have free time at your leisure until we transfer to the airport for the departure flight.

It's the end of your Myanmar At A Glance 5 Days 4 Nights with Asia Private Travels.

• Transport:

  Car

• Meals:

  Breakfast