Burma Insight 18nts / 19days

OVERVIEW

Designed for travellers who like to see all the Main Elements of this Unexplored Country.
Visit from the Modern Cities to the Small Ethnic Village this tour offer all the blend of Mixture which one cannot imagine

Tour Route :-

Arrive Yangon 2 Nights > Drive Kyaikhtiyo 1 Night > Drive Mawlamyaing 2 Nights > Drive Yangon 1 Night > Flight Heho > Drive Kalaw 2 Nights > Drive Inle Lake 3 Nights > Drive Heho > Flight Mandalay 3 Nights > Flight Bagan 3 Nights > Flight Yangon 1 Night & Leave

Day 01 Arrive Yangon

Upon arrival in Yangon Airport you are met by our representative and transferred to your pre booked Hotel

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Yangon.

Day 02 Yangon

Breakfast at the Hotel
Sightseeing Yangon, journey begins with walking downtown to explore the city centre and its fabulous mix of architecture and sites. The streets are filled with historical buildings many of which have a faded colonial charm not seen elsewhere in Asia. The journey being from Sule Pagoda with its golden chedi, which makes a useful landmark in downtown Yangon and impressive colonial style government buildings such as the City Hall, General Telegraph Office, the Supreme Court, High Court and many pastel- painted shops and apartments. Later visit to Bogyoke Market, (closed on Mondays), formerly known as Scott Market, a sprawling 75 year old shopping complex noted for its variety of handicrafts and other items which provide an excellent opportunity for a shopping spree. Afterwards, visit Chaukhtatgyi Reclining Image, Then, visit Kandawagyi Park, one of central Yangon’s greenest spots. Here you will see the glittering Karaweik barge, a replica of the royal barge, overlooking this scenic lake.

Late this afternoon, visit Shwedagon Pagoda the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Although the origins of the pagoda are unclear, it is believed that the original structure was built in the 11th century then renovated several times until taking its current shape in the 15th century. The 8-sided central stupa is 90 meters tall and gilded with gold leaf and is surrounded by 64 smaller stupas and your guide will show you around the massive complex, explaining why this temple is so revered. Enjoy breathtaking views of the golden stupa and the city skyline from this vantage point.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Yangon.

Day 03 Yangon – Kyaikhtiyo (Drive)

Breakfast at hotel and proceed to Kyaikhtiyo, (190 km, approx 4 hour). Upon arrival at Kim pun base camp board on an open truck for (15 km, approx 1 hours) steep but well-paved road leads to the upper staging point to the renowned Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda site 1180 meters above sea level. (Optional : you can alight from the truck at middle camp called Rathae Taung and walk up (approx 4 km : 45 mins) or as an easier alternative to walking, four porters at an extra cost can carry you in a sedan chair.) The Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda, 7.3 meters high, built on a gold-gilded boulder, 25 meters in circumference, and balanced in what appears to be a very precarious position on a tabular rock jutting out from a ridge in the Eastern Yoma Mountains. Kyaikhtiyo is likely to be one of Myanmar’s most spiritual experiences.

Overnight Stay at the hotel in Kyaikhtiyo
(Note: Our given tour cost, is based on truck fare (from Kinpun camp near to the pagoda platform) sit together with locals, should you wish to have a seat at the front (or) wish to hire the whole truck for yourself, please check prices and pay extra directly at the truck station.).

Day 04 Kyaikhtiyo – Mawlamyine (Drive)

After breakfast, come down to Kinpun camp with truck. Your car will wait for you at Kinpun camp and continue the journey to ThaHton (approx 1hr 15 minutes drive). Then, continue toward Hpa-An direction. On the way you can visit Kawgun cave; that tells about Tha-Hton Kingdom which situated just before crossing the Thanlwin Bridge to HPa-An. This cave is adorned by millions of Buddha images and Buddha stories in stucco. Visit around the cave and continue crossing the Thanlwin Bridge and arrive to Hpa-An, the charming city is the capital of Kayin State. Then, visit to Kyaikalatt which is small rock hill formed like a wine glass.

(Optional if time permits), continue to Mawlamyaing. Enroute visit to villages of Katoe and Kothnet which was a township; timber enterprises, flourished and well-developed in this region under the rule of British administration. Famous timber and steamship entrepreneur U Nar Aout donated and built the masterpiece monasteries, monuments and pagodas which are well preserved. They remind us of this ancient region which is full of traditional Mon houses and the objects historical interest. Visit around the monastery and villages and continue to Mawlamyaing. You have reached the city of Mon State “Mawlamyaing” once well known by Rudyard Kipplin’s poem and exporter of Teak wood to all over the world. Mawlamyaine is the third largest city in Myanmar which once was British Myanmar’s administrative center during the colonial days.

Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Mawlamyaing.

Day 05 Mawlamyine

Visit to the local market of Mawlamyaing.
Drive to Mudon the famous place of Mudon textile with visit to Kyauktalone and Winsein Tawya (a place for Buddhist devotees) and visit to Kyaik Mayaw, sitting Buddha famous for strange posture and return to Mawlamyaing. Mawlamyaing still has beautiful teak wood buildings & monasteries of Golden days.

Evening visit to the city and teak wood monastery offered by Queen Sein Don of Mandalay and sunset view from Kyaikthanlan hill.

Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Mawlamyaing.

Day 06 Mawlamyine – Thahton – Bago – Yangon (Drive)

After breakfast, depart Mawlamyine crossing over the through Thaton Mottama road.
Thahton known as Suvhanabumi or the capital of the “Mons,” before Bagan, where Bagan King Anawratha brought the “3 repository of Buddhist Scriptures”. Visit Shwe Sar Yan pagoda in Tha-Hton. Continue to Bago and visit around : visit Shwe-Thar-Lyaung Pagoda, the colossal reclining Buddha Image lost to the Public for many years. Walk to Mon village to see weaving and cheroot factory, Maha Zedi Pagoda, Shwemawdaw Pagoda and Kambawzathadi Palace of the great king Bayinnaung and four Buddha images each 98 feet high at Kyaikpun with an interesting story in Bago and return Yangon. If time permits visit fruit and pottery market on the way back to Yangon. Upon arrival in Yangon check in at your pre booked Hotel

Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Yangon.

Day 07 Yangon – Heho (By Flight) & Heho – Pindaya – Kalaw (Drive)

After breakfast transfer to Mandalay Airport to board flight for Heho. Upon arrival in Heho Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel. Upon arrival in Heho Airport and transfer to Pindaya (approx 2 hour). Pindaya, situated at the foot of Mene-taung Range is a picturesque place, known, to the world as the home of the countless Buddha Images in its extensive lime stone caves and picturesque lake. Explore the wonder of cave and Pa O traditional paper umbrella making process and proceed to Kalaw (approx 1 hour). Cool, spring-like weather, pine forests, tea plantations and colorfully clad hill tribes make this town to a natural magnet.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kalaw.

Day 08 Kalaw (Elephant Camp)

Today, you will visit to one of the privately preserved retirement home of elephants which is 25 km from Kalaw. There, you can learn the lifestyle of Manut and their elephants, the surrounding forest and their floral and fauna etc.
You will be transferred to the meeting point near Wet Phyu Yay village with car. Meet at Wet Pyu Ye junction, where our trek guide is waiting. Walk to the camp, on the way, you will have opportunity to help in the re-plantation of the Forest project to pay back the nature (Carbon compensation !! ). See the elephants coming through the stream. Clients can bath the elephants and feed the elephants with their Mahouts (if they wish..!) Exploration of the forest area, opportunity to see butterflies, birds and orchids around our conservation area. (Optional : clients can take a short ride on elephant’s back, depends on the weather and health condition of our elephants). Arrived to our elephant village and have Lunch at main camp. Return to main road on foot and back to Kalaw. 1-2 hours Total walking time

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Kalaw.

Day 9 Kalaw – Inle Lake (Drive)

After breakfast visit Kalaw market day if it is coincide with the day of your visit.
Afterwards, start a scenic two hour drive leads to Nyaung Shwe, the gateway village to Inle Lake. Along the way, stop at the wooden Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery which features beautiful carvings and a collection of Buddha images. Upon reaching the edges of Inle Lake, board a private motorboat to head out to Inle Lake, one of Myanmar’s most spectacular sights. Pass villages built on stilts over the lake, inhabited by the local Intha people. Upon arrival in Inle Lake check in at your pre booked Hotel

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Inle Lake.

Day 10 Inle Lake

Full day sightseeing in Inle Lake. Travelling on the lake is an exhilarating experience for nature lovers and a chance to observe the unique traditions of the Intha people. Wonder unique leg rowing fishermen, floating firms, (built up from strips of water hyacinth and mud which anchored to the bottom with bamboo poles), houses and monasteries on the stilt etc. Visit Nampam market or any other market day which schedules on shore to be held here today. Continue visit floating village of Ywama, the lake’s downtown and largest village on the Inlay Lake, 11 century Phaungdaw Oo pagoda housing five sacred Buddha Images, the weaving village of Inpawkhon, famous for traditional silk-weaving, Se Gaung Village, famous for the blacksmith work and Nan Pan Village with cheroot making and boat-building dockyards etc and end your day with a visit famous Ngaphechaung, a museum like monastery where old belongings of many monasteries are restored.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Inle Lake.

Day 11 Inle Lake

Breakfast at hotel and visit Indein Pagodas ruin complex (approx 45 minute), famous for its pagoda ruins which believed to be built in the 8th century. The market is of most attractive of its kind in the region and site is fantastic with rows of shops along the walk way. Return to Inle Lake and continue visit Myay Ni Gone Village for weaving of fabrics from lotus and finally Kay Lar Village to observe floating plantations etc.
Return to Hotel in the afternoon.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Inle Lake.

Day 12 Inle Lake – Heho (Drive) & Heho – Mandalay (By Flight)

Today you are transferred to Heho Airport to board flight for Mandalay. Upon arrival in Mandalay Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel
Mandalay is the last kingdom as well as the center of the Myanma cultural, tradition, arts and crafts has long been known as a centre of skilled craftsmanship and in former times supplied the royal courts.

Afternoon visit traditional handicraft making process such as wood carving, tapestry weaving, gold leaf hammering etc further visit to foot of Mandalay hill to observe “the largest book” at Kuthodaw Pagoda where entire Buddhist canon have been recorded on stone tablets totaling 729 in number. Shwenandaw “Golden Palace Monastery” ex-palace complex of former Myanmar kings, to observe finest Myanmar wooden architecture.

Sunset from Mandalay Hill with the view of dotted pagodas and Ayeyarwaddy River.

Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Mandalay.

Day 13 Mandalay – Amarapura – Ava – Sagaing – Mandalay (Drive)

Breakfast at hotel and visit Phayagyi to observe the most revered Mahamuni Image brought by Kind Bodawpaya in 1784 from Rakhine. The 4 meter seated Image was believed to have been casted in 1st century AD but over the year of offering gold leaf offering the figure is 15 cm thicket by gold. After a visit to stone carving, bronze casting and silk weaving process continue to ancient capital of Amapura “meaning city of immortality”. Visit Mahagandayon Monastery, home to several hundred of Buddhist novices and monks and observe the lunch process. Afterwards, visit to Ancient Capital of Ava. Ava is located on an island which can be reached by local ferry, crossing the Myitnge River. Pass through the ancient city walls by horse cart and see the remains of the ancient city: the brick and stucco monastery “Maha Aungmye Bonzan“, the renovated Nanmyin Watch Tower and the impressive wooden monastery of Bagaya Kyaung constructed with 267 teak pillars.

Afternoon proceed to Sagaing, covered with 600 white-painted pagodas and monasteries, Sagaing hill is widely regarded as the religious centre of Myanmar and is home of 6000 monks and nun, 100 meditation centers. On your way visit traditional bronze casting, silver smith works which Sagaing is famous for. Sagaing become the capital of independence of Shan around 1315 after fall of Bagan. Visit Tilawkaguru cave temple filled with impressive mural painting date back from 1672, Umin Thounzeh cave temple with multitude of seated Buddha statues.

Enjoy fantastic sunset view from the 200 year old U Bein teak bridge span across Thaungthaman Lake at the time when Amarapura was Royal capital. Return to Mandalay.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Mandalay.

Day 14 Mandalay – Mingun (Boat)

This morning proceed to Mayan Chan jetty and board on a local fishermen boat for Mingun across Ayeyarwady river . Observe the world’s largest ringing bell casted by Bodawpaya in 1080 weighing 55555 viss which calculated equal to 90 tons and Mingun Pahtodawgyi, an enormous pile of bricks is all that remain of King Bodawpaya ambition to make it the world’s largest Buddhist stupa. After a visit of beautiful Mya Thein Tan Pagoda return to Mandalay.

Afternoon free at leisure on your own.

Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Mandalay.

Day 15 Mandalay – Bagan (By Day Cruise)

Today you are transferred to Mandalay Jetty to take cruise down to Bagan with R.V. Shwe Keinnery Cruise. Embarkation time is around 6:00 a.m. and departure time is 07:00 a.m. Cruise down all the day and arrive to Bagan Jetty in the later afternoon. The arrival time may be later in case the water level in the River is lower and the boat need to cruise slower.
Upon arrival in Bagan Jetty you are met and transferred to your pre booked hotel

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Bagan.

Day 16 Bagan

Bagan on the eastern banks of Ayeyarwaddy is home to the largest area of Buddhist temples, pagodas and stupas many dating to 11th and 12th centuries. Today visit around by Bagan’s traditional transport “Horsecarts “ from Nyaung U market, Shwezigone Pagoda, built by King Anawrahta but not completed until the reign of Kyansitthar. Kyansitthar U min, long dimly lit corridors decorated with frescoes (with torch lights), Htilominlo Temple, 150 ft high temple with fine plaster carvings, glazed sandstone decorations in the base, Payaagone and Taungbi villages.

Afternoon visit, Ananda Temple; the most beautiful temple with 4 standing Buddhas in four cardinal points, history or lord Buddha and outside of the temple is decorated with Terra-Cotta worriers in green glaze plaques . Visit Lacquerware home industry and stroll around the village of Myinkaba, visit Manuha Temple; the temple of captive king of Tha-ton, and Pyattadagyi Temple for panoramic view of the city.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Bagan.

Day 17 Bagan

Optional: This morning, riding Balloon over Bagan. Between 05:30 and 06:00 in the morning the bus from Balloon Flight Operator will pick you up from your hotel and send to the launch site. The exact time will be given to you the evening before for your Balloon flight. The Balloon flight will be 45 min to 1 hrs depend on the wind. You will be sending back to your hotel around 08:30 hrs after light breakfast.

Breakfast at the Hotel
Morning visit to Southeast of Bagan: visit Minnanthu village, to see daily life style of Bagan people, take you along the path near Damayangyi, a massive-looking temple dating from 1170 that is famous for its interlocking mortarless brickwork. Next, visit Mingalazedi, the last of the large Pagodas built in the 13th Century, representing the pinnacle of Bamar pagoda architecture.

After today’s tour, board a local boat for a slow cruise down the Irrawaddy River. As you cruise the waters, observe the lifestyle of the fishermen and riverside villagers as well as enjoying the unique perspective of Bagan’s temples.

Overnight stay at the Hotel in Bagan.

Day 18 Bagan – Yangon (By Flight)

Today you are transferred to Bagan Airport to board flight for Yangon. Upon arrival in Yangon Airport you are met and transferred to your pre booked Hotel

Overnight Stay at the Hotel in Yangon.

Day 19 Leave Yangon

Today you are transferred to Yangon International Airport to board Flight for Onward Journey .

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The Mawlamyaing Strand Hotel

Construction of the hotel building itself began in 2004 on the new northern extension of Strand Rd (Kanna Lan) and was finally completed in late 2011. The hotel is the most luxurious hotel in Mawlamyine. The hotel is situated on the banks of the Thanlwin River with beautiful views of the sunset from its western entrance. The east end of The Strand is located on the busy Lower Main Rd about 200 meters from the Zeigyi, the central market of Mawlamyine. Facilities include satellite TV, hot and cold showers, air conditioning and wifi.

Pine Hill Resort Kalaw

Amara Mountain Resortfeatures well-decorated rooms with garden views. It boasts sauna and arestaurant. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the resort. Amara MountainResort is a 10-minute ride from Bamboo Pagoda. Heho Airport is 40 km away.On-site parking is possible. Comfortable rooms here are provided with a seatingarea, an electric kettle and a telephone. An en suite bathroom comes withshower facilities and a hairdryer. For guests' convenience, the property offersa 24-hour front desk and a laundry service. Guests can enjoy a variety of European,Indian and authentic Burmese cuisine at the on-site restaurant.

Amara Mountain Resort Kalaw

The Golden Rock Hotel Kyaikhtiyo

The Golden Rock Hotel is a Hotel with modern facilities on Mt. Kyaiktiyo and offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains with sights that will leave a lasting impression. Golden Rock Hotel is situated among the rocks and trees on Mt. Kyaiktiyo, less than one mile from the famous Kyaiktiyo Pagoda at the top of the mountain. The Golden Rock Hotel offers 48 deluxe rooms is fitted with modern facilities such as, Attached bath rooms with hot and cold shower, Comfortable beds, Color TV with satellite stations, Telephone, Air conditioning, Mini bar/ Refrigerator

The Mountain Top Kyaikhtiyo

The Mountain Top Hotel is a vantage point commanding a panoramic view of the lush mountain ranges below, where one can experience spectacular sunrise and sunsets - sight you will long remember. Mountain Top Hotel is located on the top of the Mount Kyaikhtiyo and near wonderful Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda (Golden Rock Pagoda). Five minutes working away from Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda and thirty minutes from Ya-the-taung. Facilities and services offered by mountain Top Hotel are : 24 hours room service, Transport arrangement, Laundry Service, Restaurant, 24 Hours electricity, Mini bar, Satellite TV, Bath room with bathtub and shower, cold and hot water

Shwe Inn Tha Floating Resort Inle Lake

Shwe Inn Tha Floating Resort offers rustic-style air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony and a view of Inlaylake. The property is located 15 minutes from The Floating Market of Heya Ywama Village and 45 minutes from Stupas of Shwe Inn Dein by boat. Nyaung Shwe Pier can also be reached by boat within 1 hr. Rooms at Shwe Inn Tha Floating Resort are classically furnished with wooden interior. Each room comes with a minibar, a tea/coffee maker and a safety deposit box. A bathtub, a hairdryer and free toiletries are included in an en suite bathroom. The resort is equipped with a pool, a spa centre and meeting facilities. Sightseeing trips can be organised at the tour desk while staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist guests with laundry services. Ann's Restaurant and Ann's Heritage Villa serves an amazing selection of European and traditional Asian dishes. Hotel offers 40 Rooms

Hupin Khaung Daing Resort Inle Lake

Hupin Inle Khaung Daing Village Resort offers accommodation in Nyaung Shwe. The resort has a terrace and views of the mountains, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. All rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Some units have a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Some rooms include views of the lake or garden. Every room comes with a private bathroom fitted with a bath and shower. Extras include slippers, free toiletries and a hair dryer. Hotel offers 104 Rooms

Myanmar Treasure Resort Inle Lake

Situated along the north-eastern edge of Inle Lake, Myanmar Treasure Resorts Inle offers peaceful accommodation and views of the lake. The rooms come with a flat-screen satellite TV, a seating area for your convenience and a terrace. Each room has a private bathroom equipped with a bath and shower. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. Hotel offers 60 Rooms

Pristine Lotus Inle Lake

Pristine Lotus Spa Resort Inle is located in Nyaung Shwe. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. On-site parking is possible. The property is a 5-minute walk from Kaung Taing Village and a 45-minute ride from Heho Airport. Featuring a private balcony, each unit will provide you with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a seating area. Extras include tea/coffee making facilities. Featuring a shower, private bathroom also comes with a bath and a hairdryer. At Pristine Lotus Spa Resort Inle you will find a fitness centre. Other facilities offered at the property include meeting facilities, luggage storage and dry cleaning. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking. Boasting garden and lake views, the restaurant serves authentic Asian dishes as well as European favourites. Guests can also enjoy local and international wines and beverages. Hotel offers 120 Rooms

Bagan King Mandalay

Bagan King is a 5-minute walk from Mandalay's Royal Palace and Moat. Bagan King offers comfortable rooms and free WiFi access. It is a 10-minute walk from Mandalay Railway Station and a 40-minute drive from Mandalay International Airport. Air-conditioned rooms feature a flat-screen cable TV, seating area and a safety deposit box. There is also an electric kettle and a minibar. Free toiletries and a bathtub or shower can be found in the en suite bathroom. Guests staying at Bagan King can sample local cuisine at the on-site restaurant or enjoy refreshing drinks at the bar. The 24-hour front desk can assist with bicycle rental, an airport shuttle service and laundry services.

Hotel Amazing Mandalay

Hotel Amazing Mandalay is located in Mandalay. With free WiFi access available, this resort also has a restaurant with a spacious patio and room service. Rooms come equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen satellite TV and a safety deposit box. Featuring a garden view, there is also a minibar and an electric kettle. A rain shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer can be found in the en suite bathroom. At Hotel Amazing Mandalay, facilities include a 24-hour front desk with concierge service, laundry services and on-site shops. This resort is 33 km from Mandalay International Airport.

Yadanarpon Dynasty Hotel Mandalay

Yadanarpon Dynasty Hotel features modern accommodation with air conditioning. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Yadanarpon Dynasty Hotel is a 10-minute walk from Mandalay Palace Wall. It is a 10-minute drive from Mandalay Hill. Mandalay International Airport is 33 km away. On-site parking is possible. The accommodation here will provide you with a seating area, a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle. Featuring a shower, private bathroom comes with a bath, a hairdryer and bathrobes. At this hotel you will find a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other facilities offered include a ticket service. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling. Hotel offers 58 Rooms

Sedona Hotel Mandalay

Sedona Hotel Mandalay is a 2-minute drive from Palace City. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and free public parking. The hotel has a fitness centre, pool and massage service. The hotel is a 10-minute drive to Mandalay Hill and Mahamuni Pagoda. It is a 1-hr drive from Mandalay International Airport. All rooms are equipped with a flat-screen cable TV, safety deposit box and refrigerator. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Hotel offers 251 Rooms

Bagan Hotel River View

Bagan Hotel River View offers meeting facilities for business travellers with Wi-Fi access in all areas. Other facilities include an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Bagan Hotel River View is a 5-minute walk from Gawdawpalin Pagoda and a 12-minute walk from Archaeological Museum. It takes 10-minute drive to Bagan Nyaung Oo Airport is a 10-minute ride away. On-site parking is possible. All units feature air-conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, an electric kettle and a minibar. Private bathrooms come with a shower, a hairdryer and towels. Select units offer garden views. The property offers a 24-hr front desk and a tour desk. A laundry service is also available at the property.

Aye Yar River View Resort Bagan

ye Yar River View Resort is located next to Ayeyarwaddy River. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and free public parking. The resort is equipped with a pool, spa and tour desk. The resort is a 10-minute drive to Bupaya Pagoda and Bagan city centre. It is a 15-minute drive from Nyaung U Airport. Rooms are fitted with a balcony, electric kettle and refrigerator. They come with a safety deposit box and seating area. A bathtub and hairdryer are included in an en suite bathroom. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist guests with laundry service. Hotel offers 107 Rooms

Bagan Thande Hotel

Bagan Thande Hotel (Old Bagan) offers a relaxing outdoor pool with free Wi-Fi access in all areas. The property has on-site restaurant, Acacia, serving Asian and European dishes all day. There is free public parking available in a location nearby. Located in Bagan, Bagan Thande Hotel is a 2-minute drive to Bupaya Pagoda. It takes a 5-minute walk to Bagan Museum. Nyaung Airport is a 15-minute drive from the property. Bagan Thande Hotel offers units with a balcony. Featuring air-conditioning, each accommodation comes with a seating area, a safety deposit box and a desk. Its en suite bathroom features a shower, a bathtub and a hairdryer. Hotel offers 81 Rooms

Tharabar Gate Hotel Bagan

Tharabar Gate Hotel Bagan features an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness centre. The hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and a tour desk, which aids guests in transport and tour arrangements. The Hotel @ Tharabar Gate is 15 minutes’ drive from Bagan’s Nyaung U Airport. Free private parking is available at a location nearby. Featuring wooden floors and furniture, air-conditioned rooms come with cable/satellite TV and a safety deposit box. The window-facing work desk overlooks the garden. Private bathrooms have a bathtub or shower. Guests can relax on the sun loungers by the pool, or take a stroll in the garden. Laundry and pressing services are available. A cash machine is on-site and currency exchange is available at the hotel. American breakfast is served daily. Meals can be enjoyed in the French Garden or in the semi-open Ananada Restaurant. In-room dining is also available 24 hours. Hotel offers 79 Rooms

Best Western Green Hill Yangon

Best Western Green Hill Hotel features comfortable accommodation and the convenience of on-site parking facilities. Free WI-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Best Western Green Hill Hotel is within a 5-minute walk from Kandawgyi Lake. It is a 5-minute drive from Shwe Dagon Pagoda and a 30-minute drive from Yangon International Airport. All rooms and suites are provided with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a safety box. They include a seating area, an electric kettle and an en suite bathroom with a bathtub. With a 24-hour front desk, staff can assist with luggage storage, car rental and laundry services. Other services include shuttle and fax/photocopying. For meals, enjoy a variety of international dishes served at Cafe Green Hill. Hotel offers 189 Rooms

Jasmine Palace Yangon

Jasmine Palace offers stylish air-conditioned guestrooms with views of the city and Pagoda, a swimming pool, a restaurant as well as a spa and wellness centre. During the stay, guests have access to a fitness centre and free WiFi. Comprising tasteful decor, each room is complete with a flat-screen cable TV, a safety deposit box and a seating area. A minibar is standard in all units. Guests can make use of a shower, hairdryer and free toiletries in en suite bathrooms. Suites come with a bathtub. Additional facilities provided by Jasmine Palace includes currency exchange, laundry and room services. Car hiring and airport shuttles are available with extra charges. Guests can also make a convenience of the 24-hour front desk and a lifts. Jasmine Palace is 5 km from Sule Pagoda and 4.7 km from Yangon City Hall. Yangon International Airport can be reached within 10 km from this hotel. Hotel offers 225 Rooms

Park Royal Yangon

Park Royal Hotel Yangon is centrally located in downtown Yangon, close to the business centres and the must-see attractions. It features an outdoor pool and full spa services. Aside from 5 dining options, it has a modern gym and tennis courts. Park Royal Hotel Yangon is within a 10-minute drive of historic Shwedagon Pagoda and Bogyoke Aung San Market (Scott Market). It is 45 minutes’ drive from Yangon International Airport. Air-conditioned rooms are fitted with classic furnishings and carpeted floors. They come with a minibar, free tea/coffee making amenities and a safe. Guests arrange day trips at the tour desk, or rent cars to explore the city at leisure. The hotel also provides a souvenir shop and laundry services. Hearty international buffets featuring over 100 dishes are available at Spice Brasserie while Shiki-Tei features traditional Japanese favourites. Authentic Si Chuan and Cantonese specialities can be sampled at Si Chuan Dou Hua. Hotel offers 335 Rooms

Sedona Hotel Yangon

Sedona Hotel Yangon is a 10-minute drive from Shwedagon Pagoda. It offers air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. The hotel features a pool, spa and fitness centre. The hotel is a 3-minute drive to Inya Lake and a 10-minute drive from Kabar Aye Pagoda. It is 9 km from Sule Pagoda and the center of Yangon. Rooms come with a flat-screen TV, refrigerator and safety deposit box. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer. Hotel has 789 Rooms

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Dear Gouri,

On behalf of Vic Sue Penny and myself I would like to thank you for organising such a wonderful holiday. The arrangements were excellent and we were chaperoned perfectly by all the representatives and drivers. We would particularly mention Joseph who took us from Cochin to Kovalam, he was a good driver and very helpful.

With regards to the itinerary and the hotels with one exception, everything was more than satisfactory and the Chapslee Hotel, Mr Abrahams spice garden and seeing … Read more

Mr Richard Brophy & Family