Today, delve into the World Heritage site of Bagan. The thousands of temples that are spread across the plains of Bagan combine to form one of the richest archaeological sites in Asia and provide views quite unlike anywhere else on earth.

 

Discover the best of Bagan today! Not simply a chance to see the splendid Bagan temples, this excursion also introduces you to the Burmese culture, allows you to see traditional craftsmen at work and takes you up the mighty Irrawaddy River to a decidedly unusual ‘cave’ temple! Your first port of call is the Ananda Temple – one of the most exalted of Bagan’s temples. We will ensure that our tour reaches this point before the majority of tourists arrives, enabling you to enjoy the splendor of the temple in relative tranquility. Continue to various other temples dotted around the temple plains to experience a variety of architectural styles in the area as well as the artistic wonder of the 9-14th centuries. Traveling amid the temples you will get a taste of rural Bagan life in this ‘living museum’ setting where farmers and families work amongst the monuments.

 

From here you will journey on by horse cart for an excursion that passes Thatbyinnyu, the tallest temple in Bagan, gigantic Dhammayangyi Temple noted for its remarkable brickwork, and of course, Sulamani Temple. Take pleasure in an extraordinary sunset from the upper terrace of one of the surrounding temples. 

 

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant where have the local traditional pupet show during the dinner time.

Another chance for you to explore the best of Bagan awaits. You could make a different journey with the option of taking a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the town in the early morning (Available from 20 Oct until 10 Apr, with an additional charge, book in advance).

 

After breakfast at your hotel, your guide and driver will pick you up to start your Bagan excursion. It’s off to the vibrant Nyaung Oo Market, where the locals come to trade fresh produce and other goods daily. From here you will have a look around the Old Bagan starting with a visit of the renowned Shwezigon Pagoda, constructed by King Anawrahta in the early 11th century as a religious memorial. Travel over dusty lanes and tree shaded roads past temples and monasteries to a small village. Explore the village on foot, getting a glimpse of local lifestyles of Bagan’s residents. Continue to more lesser-known monuments, selected based on your interest, in the area for the remainder of the morning. If you wish, a short walk can be arranged through a series of smaller monuments which allows a unique perspective of Bagan.

 

Afternoon is your free time to relax.

Arrive this morning in Heho after a morning flight.

Set off your beautiful trip on the majestic Inle Lake. It is the country's second largest lake and features floating villages, gardens, various tribes nearby and fishermen who row with their legs. En-route, you will take in beautiful sights of some of lake’s most renowned sites. Make your way to the Nga Phe Chaung - an attractive wooden monastery built on stilts over the lake at the end of the 1850s. The monastery is also known for a collection of old Myanmar’s Buddha images from different areas that are worth seeing. You also visit the famous Phaung Daw Oo Monasteries- the most highly revered monastery in the Inle Lake area. It houses five ancient images of the Buddha that are completely covered in gold leaf. Don’t miss out on several craft workshops located in the middle of the lake, with buildings constructed on stilts to get local souvenirs if you wish.

The natural beauty of the lake’s shoreline will be discovered in your excursion today. Visit a local village known for its taste of tofu and bean products to see the interesting making process of these products. Take a leisurely walk along sleepy roads, absorb in the peacefulness of the village. Continue onto the Pa-Oh village of Indein - one of the small villages of Inle Lake located on the western bank of the lake.

Enjoy a fantastic picnic lunch in the best of nature among the bamboo forests which offer stunning views of the lake.

Ascend to the top hill to enjoy beautiful views of the hundreds of stupa ruins and surroundings before trekking another 45 minutes walk to Sae Ma village.

In the late afternoon, head back to the hotel.

Today, you have plenty of time to relax at Inle Lake before taking a flight to Thandwe from Heho, the gateway to Ngapali Beach.

Upon arrival at Thandwe Airport you will be welcomed by a representative of your hotel who will escort you at Ngapali Beach. After your check in, you’ll be free for the rest of the day to enjoy the idyllic beach or take advantage of the hotel facilities.

For the next day, you will be free to indulge in your favorite activities. You can chill out on the white beach and dive in the crystal clear waters, or ride a bike to the nearest village and stroll through the alleys while watching the lively and colorful local life flowing and fishermen placidly coming back from their fishing trips.

Free to enjoy the beach at leisure time.

Free to enjoy the beach at leisure time.

Breakfast will be served at your hotel before driving to Thandwe Airport for a short flight back to Yangon.

Upon arrival at Yangon airport you’ll be greeted by a guide and driver then transfer to your hotel for check-in and relax.

Today you have some free time to take a shopping tour around Yangon. This is your last chance to buy some souvenirs.

Take your breakfast at your hotel. You are free until you meet your tour guide and driver. Transfer to Yangon International airport for you return flight.