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Myanmar

The Golden Rock to the Bay of Bengal

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Duration
Duration
15 days
Trip highlights
  • A complete itinerary through the most beautiful parts of Myanmar
  • An immersion in the heart of Burmese culture
  • A balance between cultural discoveries and relaxing on the Southern beaches

From the rice fields of Môn State to Shan Mountains and Bengal's beautiful beaches, this comprehensive and varied trip through Myanmar makes you travel between land, sea and sky.

You begin your journey by exploring the former capital of Myanmar, Yangon, by boat and train, before leaving for Mon State to discover the Golden Rock, a fabulous suspended nugget, the Golden Rock surprises you with its beauty and the Buddhist ceremonies that take place there.

You will visit the ocher temples of Bagan that seem to rise from the mist to dazzle you at sunrise. Mandalay will open up to you, with its palaces reflecting on the Irrawaddy River. Revel in the beauty of the turquoise blue Inle lake, lost deep in the mountains and completely preserved from the modern world.

Finally, end your journey with some rest and relaxation on the wonderful white sand beaches of Ngapali on the Bay of Bengal. Its crystal clear and indigo waters have a captivating charm.

Itinerary

The Golden Rock to the Bay of Bengal

The Golden Rock to the Bay of Bengal

day 1

Welcome to Myanmar! You will be greeted at the airport by your driver (usually in the morning) who will bring you to your hotel to unpack and settle down. If you're not too tired, why not set out to discover the city, the Royal Lake and the Chinatown of Yangon at night? Overnight at the hotel.

day 1

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Welcome to Myanmar! You will be greeted at the airport by your driver (usually in the morning) who will bring you to your hotel to unpack and settle down. If you're not too tired, why not set out to discover the city, the Royal Lake and the Chinatown of Yangon at night? Overnight at the hotel.

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day 2

Dala Village & Shwedagon Pagoda

Dala Village & Shwedagon Pagoda

In the morning, visit the nearby village of Dala, reachable from Yangon by ferry. A peaceful village, you can get your first glimpse into Burmese village life by strolling around Dala. Return back to Yangon in the afternoon and visit the spectacular Shwedagon Pagoda. At twilight, the brightness of gold that coats the pagoda looks like molten liquid, giving it a magical appearance. Overnight at the hotel.

day 2

Dala Village & Shwedagon Pagoda

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Dala Village & Shwedagon Pagoda

In the morning, visit the nearby village of Dala, reachable from Yangon by ferry. A peaceful village, you can get your first glimpse into Burmese village life by strolling around Dala. Return back to Yangon in the afternoon and visit the spectacular Shwedagon Pagoda. At twilight, the brightness of gold that coats the pagoda looks like molten liquid, giving it a magical appearance. Overnight at the hotel.

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day 3

5h drive

5h drive

In the morning, depart by car to Bago, a sacred city that houses a large number of pagodas and Buddhas. In the afternoon, visit the base of the Golden Rock, a fabulous boulder suspended above a cliff and highly venerated by Buddhists. A small shrine, believed to contain relics of the Buddha's hair is said to be the source of the rock's gravity-defying magic! Overnight at the hotel.

day 3

5h drive

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5h drive

In the morning, depart by car to Bago, a sacred city that houses a large number of pagodas and Buddhas. In the afternoon, visit the base of the Golden Rock, a fabulous boulder suspended above a cliff and highly venerated by Buddhists. A small shrine, believed to contain relics of the Buddha's hair is said to be the source of the rock's gravity-defying magic! Overnight at the hotel.

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day 4

5h drive

5h drive

At dawn, attend the morning religious ceremony at the Golden Rock, a magical experience that will give you an insight into Buddhist traditions. Enjoy the rest of the day visiting the temples and stupas that surround the Golden Rock. In the evening, head back to Yangon. Overnight at the hotel.

day 4

5h drive

from-the-golden-rock-to-the-bay-of-bengal

5h drive

At dawn, attend the morning religious ceremony at the Golden Rock, a magical experience that will give you an insight into Buddhist traditions. Enjoy the rest of the day visiting the temples and stupas that surround the Golden Rock. In the evening, head back to Yangon. Overnight at the hotel.

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15 days From 1838 €

Included in the price

  • 24/7 assistance from your Shanti Travel Expert.
  • Welcome by your Travel Expert or our representative upon your arrival in Yangon.
  • A local SIM card to allow you to communicate with your driver and Travel Expert during your tour.
  • Government taxes and service taxes.
  • Transfers and land transport by private vehicle with driver. The driver is available from 8am daily and at the latest until nightfall. During the activity days, only transfers are included, unless stated otherwise. The vehicles are equipped with air conditioning, radio, safety belts, and fire extinguishers. The price includes petrol, road taxes, car parking, insurance of the vehicle and driver, and accommodation and meals of the latter.
  • Domestic flights (prices subject to change depending on seat availability. Domestic flight schedules may be delayed or changed without notice). Note that domestic flights do not always include the same baggage allowance as your international flights. Any extra baggage fees will be at your expense, to be paid by you during the check-in.
  • Accommodation as mentioned in the program in a double room.
  • Breakfasts.
  • Activities marked "included" as described in the program, most of the time accompanied by a local English-speaking guide.
  • Not including any other item not mentioned in the quotation.

Not included in the price

  • Visa fees and bank charges for payments made by credit card and/or bank transfers.
  • International airport taxes.
  • International flights.
  • Tips. They are part of the culture of the country (the locals themselves are used to giving it).
  • The main meals (budget € 2 to € 3 for a local meal in a local restaurant, and from € 8 to € 20 in an international restaurant per meal/person). Except for the meals mentioned in the program.
  • Drinks and personal expenses.
  • Entrance fees, excursions and optional activities.
  • Repatriation assistance.
  • Anything that is not listed in the "Price includes" section.

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