Myanmar Classic 6 days
- Destinations:Yangon -Bagan-Inle Lake
- Duration:6 days / 5 nights
6-Day Myanmar Highlights Tour: Yangon – Bagan – Inle Lake
Discover the beauty and charm of Myanmar on this 6-day journey, showcasing the country’s most iconic destinations. From the colonial streets of Yangon to the ancient temples of Bagan and the serene waters of Inle Lake, this tour offers an immersive cultural experience.
Tour Highlights:
- Yangon: Explore Shwedagon Pagoda, colonial landmarks, and bustling local markets.
- Bagan: Discover ancient temples and enjoy a sunset over the plains.
- Inle Lake: Experience the unique lifestyle of leg-rowing fishermen and stilt villages.
- Cultural Immersion: Visit local workshops and observe traditional crafts.
- Scenic Cruises: Enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Irrawaddy River and Inle Lake.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Yangon Arrival
✈️ Flight Arrival | 🚗 Car Transfer
Upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, your guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel. Take time to relax and get acquainted with the city. (Check-in time is 14:00 PM). The rest of the day is free for you to explore the surroundings or unwind.
Overnight: Yangon
Day 2: Yangon City Tour (B)
🚗 Car Tour
Explore Yangon, a city rich in history and spirituality. After breakfast, take a guided tour through the city center, passing colonial-era buildings by car and on foot. Begin with Sule Pagoda, a 2,200-year-old temple surrounded by vibrant city life. Walk through Mahabandoola Park, home to the Independence Monument, and continue past City Hall. Explore the bustling districts of Little India and Chinatown.
Next, head to Bogyoke Market (Scott’s Market) to browse local handicrafts and souvenirs (closed on Mondays and public holidays). Visit Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home to a beautiful reclining Buddha crowned with diamonds and other precious stones.
End the day with a visit to Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the most revered sites in Myanmar, adorned with gold and enshrining relics of the Buddha. As the sun sets, experience the breathtaking views of the illuminated stupa.
Overnight: Yangon
Day 3: Yangon – Bagan (B)
✈️ Flight to Bagan | 🚗 Car Tour
Transfer to the airport for your morning flight to Bagan, a city that boasts the largest concentration of Buddhist temples and pagodas in the world. Upon arrival, visit an elevated temple to enjoy panoramic views of the Bagan plains.
Explore the golden Shwezigon Pagoda, an architectural prototype of later Myanmar stupas, followed by the Gubyaukgyi Cave Temple with its well-preserved mural paintings. Visit Htilominlo Temple, famous for its intricate plaster carvings and glazed sandstone decorations.
In the afternoon, visit a traditional lacquerware workshop to see the craftsmanship behind one of Myanmar’s most famous handicrafts. Continue to the stunning Ananda Temple, one of the most beautiful temples in Bagan, featuring Buddha images whose expressions change depending on the viewer's distance.
Take a scenic horse-cart ride past the Thatbyinnyu Temple, Dhammayangyi Temple, and Sulamani Temple before concluding your day with a magical sunset view over the plains.
Overnight: Bagan
Day 4: Bagan Discovery (B)
🚗 Car Tour | 🚤 Boat Tour
After breakfast, explore the lively Nyaung Oo Market, where locals sell fresh produce and other goods. Continue to Myinkaba village for a walking tour of Manuha and Nan Paya temples.
Spend the afternoon visiting the rural village of Minnanthu, one of the quieter areas of Bagan, known for its peaceful atmosphere and lesser-visited temples like Payathonzu and Nandamannya.
End your day with a relaxing Irrawaddy River cruise. As you glide along the river, observe fishermen and riverside villages while enjoying the picturesque views of Bagan’s temples from the water.
Overnight: Bagan
Day 5: Bagan – Heho – Inle Lake (B)
✈️ Flight to Heho | 🚗 Car Transfer | 🚤 Boat Tour
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Heho. From there, take a scenic drive to Nyaung Shwe, the gateway to Inle Lake. Along the way, stop at Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery, known for its elegant teakwood structure and oval windows. If the local market is open, enjoy a brief visit to experience the colorful bustle of local life.
Upon arrival at Inle Lake, board a private motorboat and explore the floating villages and leg-rowing fishermen who make this lake famous. Visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, home to sacred Buddha statues covered in gold leaf. Explore Inpawkhone village, known for traditional silk weaving, and visit a local cheroot factory to see how Burmese cigars are made by hand.
Overnight: Inle Lake
Day 6: Inle Lake – Yangon Departure (B)
✈️ Flight to Yangon | 🚗 Car Transfer
After breakfast, transfer to Heho Airport for your flight back to Yangon. Upon arrival, your guide will transfer you to Yangon International Airport for your departure flight.
Goodbye and see you again soon!