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AS OF 04 SEPT. 07 ALL THE TOUR COST OF GOLD BACKED TOURS WILL BE INCREASED BY FLAT 15 % ON IT'S EXISTING RATES.

optional tours from yangon


( a ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Thanlyin (Syriam)

Day 1 : Yangon – Thanlyin Yangon

After Breakfast, excursion to Thanlyin (Syriam) was on important trading center in the 7th century under the Partuguese Colonial Administration so that old buildings can be seen. Visit Kyauk Tan Ye Le Paya “Mid – Stream – Pagoda” set on a tiny island in the river and the riverside market. On the way back to Yangon, visit Kyaik Kauk Pagoda & enjoy the overview. Return to Yangon.

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( b ) Optional Tour: Day Trip to Bago

Day 1 : Yangon – Bago – Yangon  

After Breakfast. Drive to Bago which was the ancient capatial of Mon Dynasty (1287-1539) by car about 90 mins. drive. Visit to Shwemawsaw Pagoda – one of most venerated pagoda in Myanmar, Shwethalyaung – a colossal life like reclining Buddha Image, Maha Zedi Pagoda & Bago market. Then visit to Kambawzathadi Palace of King Bayinnaung, cheroot industry & Kya Khat Waing Monastery. Drive back to Yangon. On the way you can sightsee from the coach Htauk Kyant World War Two Cemetery, Kaba Aye (World Peace) pagoda & Mahapasana Guha Cave.

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( c ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Twante

Day 1 : Yangon – Twante – Yangon  

After Breakfast, take a boat/ferry from Pansoedan Jetty to Dalah ( on the opposite bank of the Yangon River ) to travel Twante by hiring jeep or by taking a ferry along the Yangon River and Twante canal which is the famous canal, which was dug during the colonial era as a short cut across the Ayeyarwaddy Delta. Return to Yangon.

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( d ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Pyay

Day 1 : Yangon – Pyay – Yangon  

After breakfast, proceed to Pyay (Prome), situated on the eastern bank of the Irrawaddy river. A few kilometer north –east of the town is Thaye Khittaya (Sir Ksetra), on archaeological site of the ancient Pyu capital (5-9) century).Arrive Pyay & check in hotel. In the evening visit shwe sandaw Pagoda for seeing beauty over town & Irrawaddy River. Dinner & overnight at hotel.

Day (2) : Pyay – Akauk – Taung – Yangon  

After breakfast, visit to Pyay Myo Ma Zay to observe the life of Myanmar people. Then, drive from Pyay to Htonebo village (58 km). Then take a 15 mins cruise to Akauk Taung. Just taking a big climb & trek to see Buddho image were carved on the mountains slides. This is a chance to see the enchanting Burmese simple ways of life in the timeless villages which lies amidst the surrounding rice fields with yoke water buffaloes. Return to Yangon.

 
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Standard // Smile Hotel (Standard Room)
Superior // Mingalar Garden Hotel (Standard Room)
Deluxe // Mingalar Garden Hotel (Superior Room)

Includes
  • Meals ( lunch & dinner ) at good Myanmar & Chinese restaurants
  • All transfer & transport
  • 24 / 7 English speaking through out guide
  • Entrance fees
  •  Drinks, beverages & purified drinking water

  • Excludes
  • Camera & video camera fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips & laundry ( for tipping it is not compulsory but optional depending on how you like the service )
  • Anything that is not included in the " includes "

  • Optional Tours From Mandalay

    ( a ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Mingun

    Day 1 : Mandalay – Mingun – Mandalay  

    Morning drive and visit to Mingun village by boat. Proceed to Mingun village, the site of the world's largest bronze ringing bell, 3.7 meters high and 90 tons in weight. Also visit to the huge but unfinished Mingun Paya built to be the world's largest Pagoda and beautiful Shinphyume Paya. Return to Mandalay.

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    ( b ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Pyin Oo Lwin

    Day 1 : Mandalay – Pyin Oo Lwin – Mandalay  

    Morning, visit to Pyin Oo Lwin ( Maymyo ) which is 90 mins. uphill drive from Mnadalay. Highlights sites are water fall, Peik Chin Myaung Cave, Chinese Jog House, Maymyo Zay and 2000 acre Botonical Garden known as Kandawgyi Garden. Drive back to Mandalay.

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    ( c ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Hispaw

    Day 1 : Mandalay – Hispaw  

    Morning drive to Hispaw, an excursion trip along the Dokehtawaddy River by boat to see the country side. On the way trek about one hour to old monastery ( over 100 years ) and can observe a variety plantations beside walking lane. The last place to enjoy sunset is Thain Taung Paya. You can enjoy the scenic beauty of town & river from there. Dinner & overnight at hotel.

    Day 2 : Hispaw – Mandalay  

    After breakfast, visit Sunlone village to see old man. Then, visit to Bamboo Buddha Image Pop Corn Factory & Hsipaw Haw ( Shan King's Residence ). The Hsipaw Shan King was included in the most powerful five Shan Kings since the days of King Mindon and King Hsipaw of the last Myanmar Dynasty – Kone Baung. You can study the history of Shan Sawbwas at the Palace Library. and Hispaw Haw ( Shan King's Residence ). Also observe Shan shoulder bag factory and sandal slipper factory ( recycled from old tyres ). In the evening, return to Mandalay.

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    ( d ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Monywa

    Day 1 : Mandalay – Monywa

    Drive to Monywa ( 150km – 4 hrs) with visit to charming rural village specialized in the manufacture of lacquer ware and Shweguni Pagoda. Also visit Ledi Kyaung Teik Monastery with 806 stone slab on with Buddhist scriptures. Dinner and overnight at hotel.

    Day 2 : Monywa – Mandalay  

    Breakfast. Across the Chindwin River by freey boat to visit Po Win Taung where there are over 400000 carved ( antique stone sculptures ) ancient Buddha Images 15 th century, 14 mile far from Nyaung Pin Gyi Jetty ( 45 mins drive ) to see some very fine mural painting. About leisure for 2 hrs. there and come back Monywa. After check out hotel drive to Than Bode Day Pagoda with over 500000 Buddha Images and also visit thousand Bo trees Pagoda, the 222 ft, high huge reclining Buddha Image and standing Buddha on the hill top. Drive back to Mandalay.

     
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    Standard // Monywa Hotel (Superior Room)
    Superior // Win Unity Hotel (Superior Room)
    Deluxe // Win Unity Hotel (Deluxe Room)

    Includes
  • Meals ( lunch & dinner ) at good Myanmar & Chinese restaurants
  • All transfer & transport
  • 24 / 7 English speaking through out guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Drinks, beverages & purified drinking water

  • Excludes
  • Camera & video camera fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips & laundry ( for tipping it is not compulsory but optional depending on how you like the service )
  • Anything that is not included in the " includes
  • Optional Tours From Bagan

    ( a ) Optional Tour : 1 Day Trip to Sale / Popa
    ( b ) Optional Tour : 1 Day Trip to Pakkoku


    ( a ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Sale / Popa

    Day 1 : Bagan – Popa – Sale – Bagan  

    An excursion trip will start after early breakfast. The car will take you from Bagan to Chauk – Sale – Kyauk Pa Daung – Popa – Bagan. At Sale, you can see the famous monastery ( Yokeson Kyaung ) Image made of Bamboo strips and local market. Then visit to Popa a forest Land mark. Drive back to Bagan.

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    ( b ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Pakkoku

    Day 1 : Bagan – Pakkoku – Bagan  

    After breakfast, drive to Bagan jetty to cross Irrawaddy River, Let Pan Chi Paw jetty then to Pakkoku. You can visit cheroot factory, weaving industry ( product as consumer goods ---- napkins, towels and multi colored blankets ), leather slippers industry and market. Return to Bagan.

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    Includes
  • Meals ( lunch & dinner ) at good Myanmar & Chinese restaurants
  • All transfer & transport
  • 24 / 7 English speaking through out guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Drinks, beverages & purified drinking water


  • Excludes
  • Camera & video camera fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips & laundry ( for tipping it is not compulsory but optional depending on how you like the service )
  • Anything that is not included in the " includes"
  • Optional Tours From Inle

    ( a ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Taunggyi / Kakku

    Day 1 : Inle – Taunggyi – Kakku  

    After breakfast, excursion visit to Taunggyi and Kakku. Taunggyi is over 1440 meter above sea level is the capital of Shan State ( famous for the fire balloon festival held annually at the full moon day of Tazaungmone / November ). Visit gem market in Taunggyi. Then proceed to Kakku, 46 km ( one and half hours drive ) south of Taunggyi, situated in Pa O region. Lunch at Laing Kun Restautant. Visit around Kakku and drive back to Taunggyi.

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    ( b ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Pindaya

    Day 1 : Inle – Pindaya  

    After breakfast, drive to Pindaya which is 90 mins. Visit to unique for the thousands of the Buddha Images place there with a 15 meters high Shwe U Min Pagoda stands at the entrance, enjoy the scenic beauty and cool climate of Shan State. Then, visit to Pindaya Cave 2000 Buddha stupas. Shan Umbrella home industry.

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    ( c ) Optional Tour : Day Trip to Kalaw

    Day 1 : Inle – Kalaw  

    After breakfast, drive to Kalaw. Visit sightseeing to Temple, Catholic Church, Orphanage, Cumin Gu, Bamboo Pagoda, Kalaw Station and colonial buildings. Then, visit to Kalaw market to see the tribes. Return to Inle.

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    Includes
  • Meals ( lunch & dinner ) at good Myanmar & Chinese restaurants
  • All transfer & transport
  • 24 / 7 English speaking through out guide
  • Entrance fees
  •  Drinks, beverages & purified drinking water


  • Excludes
  • Camera & video camera fee
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips & laundry ( for tipping it is not compulsory but optional depending on how you like the service )
  • Anything that is not included in the " includes "

    AS OF 04 SEPT. 07 ALL THE TOUR COST OF GOLD BACKED TOURS WILL BE INCREASED BY FLAT 15 % ON IT'S EXISTING RATES.
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