Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll be met by our guide and transfer to hotel for check-in. Yangon is the biggest
city in Myanmar. A blend of British pioneer design, is by a long shot the most energizing spot in the nation to
be at this moment, as previous political outcasts, Asian financial specialists and remote travelers run in. As
Myanmar’s business and masterful center, it’s Yangon that most mirrors the progressions that have happened
since the nation revived to the world. There’s a rash of new eateries, bars and shops. Overnight at selected
hotel in Yangon

After breakfast at hotel, your guide will take you for the walking tour around downtown Yangon. Start your
tour on Mahanbandola Road where the Immanuel Baptist Church, originally built in 1830, is located. You will
continue east passing a couple of alleyways crammed with food stalls and markets.
Turn right onto Pansodan Street with its many colonial buildings. You’ll pass the High Court Building, the grand
Inland Water Transport offices and even grander Myanma Port Authority building until you’ll reach Strand
Road. Your next stop will be outside of the majestic Strand Hotel. You will continue on Strand Road with its
impressive-looking colonnaded building before heading back north up to Sule Pagoda Road, where you can
consult one of the many fortune tellers. Be sure to take a photo stop at Sule Pagoda, downtown’s symbol
whose construction dates back to over 2,000 years ago and have a glimpse of Independence Monument and
Mahabandoola Garden. After a complete rotation seeing the twice rebuilt City Hall, you will continue west
through the chaotic Indian and Chinese quarters. You will have a look from outside at the Moseh Yeshua
Synagogue and will finally reach Theingyi market, a crowded market that exits onto Sri Kali, Yangon’s most
colorful Hindu temple.
Spence moments …drinking tea at a local tea shop for a chance to experience an integral part of Burmese life.
Then, have a visit to Bogyoke Market a major bazaar in Yangon dominated by antique, Burmese handicraft and
jewellery shops, art galleries, and clothing stores. (Note: the market is closed on Mondays and Public Holidays).
You will pay a visit to Kyauktatgyi Pagoda, home to a 72-meter long reclining Buddha statue which features
intricate carvings on his feet.
No Myanmar expedition can be considered complete if it’s lacking a visit to the legendary Shwedagon Pagoda.
You will start at the eastern staircase where small shops are lining up, all the way to the base of the temple,
selling various religious items. As you browse the stalls, your guide will explain the tradition and rituals of
Myanmar’s Buddhists. As you step on the platform, you will witness the colors transform on the 100-meter
chedi, literally enclosed in over 40 tons of gold leaves. Most visitors report the trip to be one of their best
memory from the country. Overnight at selected hotel in Yangon.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your flight to Mandalay.
#Flight departs Yangon at 07h15 and arrives Mandalay airport at 08h40.
Mandalay is a city and previous regal capital in northern Myanmar (once in the past Burma) on the Irrawaddy
River. In its middle is the reestablished Mandalay Palace from the Konbaung Dynasty, encompassed by a canal.
Mandalay stands tall as the last kingdom of Myanmar.

On arrival Mandalay, your guide will take you to the city center. Start your Mandalay sightseeing with the visit
of Mahamuni Image – a bronze Buddha image casted during the lifetime of Buddha himself; Tapestry Works;
Wood Carving & Bronze Casting Workshops; Marble Carving Workshop; Gold Leaf Beating Workshop.
Spence moments… Take a bite of “Mandalay Htoe Mote” – dessert style glutinous rice cake topped with
cashew nuts, raisins and cream butter.
Next, visit to Shwe Nan Daw Kyaung – a golden palace monastery, a superb example of a traditional wooden
building and Kuthodaw Pagoda, known as the world's biggest book, consisting of 729 marble slabs engraved
with Buddhist scriptures. Then, take your way to Mandalay Hill for the picturesque sunset view over the city.
Overnight at selected hotel in Mandalay

Today, you will be transferred to the Jetty for your river cruising which departs Mandalay at 06h30 and arrives
Bagan around 17h00. Downstream from Mandalay to Bagan, exploring a typical village at a riverbank of the
Ayeyarwaddy will give you unforgettable memories. Delicious Myanmar cuisine will await you for lunch and
you will have a relax time for sunbathing in the sun deck. As an additional service, our crew team will
demonstrate different ways of wearing Myanmar Traditional Longyi (garment worn by Myanmar people) and
Thanatkha (fragrant paste made from the bark of Thanakha tree). Enjoy the gorgeous sunset moment and
arrive at your destination.
On arrival Bagan, your guide will meet you at the jetty and transfer to hotel.
Overnight at selected hotel in Bagan.
Please note that cruise departs staring from October due to the water level. From May to September, you will
take a road trip from Mandalay to Bagan. It takes apox. 4.5 hours. Along the way, you can enjoy the country
life of Upper Myanmar. (Lunch is not included for road trip).

Optional Activity: Experience Balloon over Bagan – Flying over the unique Bagan area, you will be astounded
and amazed by the beauty. Start the morning with an unforgettable hot-air balloon flight over Bagan’s temple-
studded plains -widely considered to be one of the most iconic experiences in Asia. Pastries, croissants, coffee
and tea are provided while the balloon is inflated. Climb aboard before gently rising above thousands of gilded
stupas and earthen temples all back dropped by the impressive Irrawaddy River. (Note: Balloon Experience is
available only from October until April. Children under the age of 8 years old or smaller than 137 cm in height
are not permitted to fly with balloon for safety).
The journey begins with views of the magnificent plains of Bagan on the way to the golden stupa of Shwezigon
Pagoda for an introduction into Bagan’s rich history. Then, visit nearby Wetkyi-In Gubyaukgyi, a cave temple
with exquisite jataka mural paintings, and the elegant Htilominlo Temple, noted for its fine plaster carvings and
glazed sandstone decorations.
Spence moments… Taste Burmese betel nuts like the local do
In the afternoon, continue to Ananda Temple, an architectural masterpiece and one of Bagan’s most beautiful
temples with its 170ft-high gold corn-cob hit shining over the fields.
From here, travel by horsecart for a tour passing Thatbyinnyu, the highest temple in Bagan, Dhammayangyi
Temple, a massive temple noted for its remarkable brickwork, and Sulamani Temple. Continue to an elevated
viewpoint to watch an unforgettable sunset over the plains before returning to the hotel.
Overnight at selected hotel in Bagan..

#Flight departs Bagan at 09h35 and arrives Heho airport at 10h15.
Upon arrival in Heho Airport, you would be greeted by your guide who will take you a scenic drive to Nyaung
Shwe, the gateway of Inle Lake. Stop at Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery, a beautiful red-painted teak building dated
back to the 19th century.
Spence moments … Observe the Intha’s traditional way of fishing and try once if you wish
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 based on stilts over the lake, possessed by the neighborhood Intha
individuals. Watch the popular leg-paddling anglers and see their drifting patio nurseries developed from
segments of water hyacinth and mud and moored to the base with bamboo shafts. Visit Phaung Daw Oo
Pagoda, the lake’s main sanctuary, which contains five sacred Buddha images covered in gold leaf.
Overnight at selected hotel in Nyaung Shwe/Inle Lake.

Begin your day visit with a visit of bright and authentic 5 days local market which sells new vegetables, leafy
foods items. (Note: There is no market day on every full moon and dark moon days)
From the middle of the lake, continue down a small canal leading to the Pa-oh village of In Dein. Explore the
area on foot, strolling around the village, and wander through the beautiful Alaung Sitthou area. Here you can
climb the covered stairway to the top of a hill which is covered with picturesque ancient stupas and has
magnificent views of the lake below
After enjoying your visit to In Dein, return to your boat. Stop at Ngwe Zin Yaw cheroot workshop where
traditional Burmese cigars are made by hand.
Spence moments …Taste the authentic “Tea Salad” a mandatory local cuisine of Burmese.
Optional Activiry: Experience the activity of Inle Canoe Lady which is awarded as “Best Tourism Product for
Empowerment 2018”. The enterprise empowers local women who work at the cigar workshop to earn some
extra income. Hop on a canoe (approx. 1 hour) rowed by a Shan woman and will pass nearby Northern part of
village, Hsun Daw Gyi Phaung (Royal Barge), Main streets of village, Kindergarten, Eastern part of village,
Southern part of village, Primary School, Myanmar’s only floating post office box (you may send postcard to
your love one), middle part of village, some small pig farming, small fish farming and some wooden cabinet
marking (occasionally). USD 10 per canoe for 2 persons
From here, continue along the lake for additional sightseeing before returning to your hotel this afternoon.
Overnight at selected hotel in Nyaung Shwe/Inle Lake.

Begin your day visit with a visit of bright and authentic 5 days local market which sells new vegetables, leafy
foods items. (Note: There is no market day on every full moon and dark moon days)
From the middle of the lake, continue down a small canal leading to the Pa-oh village of In Dein. Explore the
area on foot, strolling around the village, and wander through the beautiful Alaung Sitthou area. Here you can
climb the covered stairway to the top of a hill which is covered with picturesque ancient stupas and has
magnificent views of the lake below
After enjoying your visit to In Dein, return to your boat. Stop at Ngwe Zin Yaw cheroot workshop where
traditional Burmese cigars are made by hand.
Spence moments …Taste the authentic “Tea Salad” a mandatory local cuisine of Burmese.
Optional Activiry: Experience the activity of Inle Canoe Lady which is awarded as “Best Tourism Product for
Empowerment 2018”. The enterprise empowers local women who work at the cigar workshop to earn some
extra income. Hop on a canoe (approx. 1 hour) rowed by a Shan woman and will pass nearby Northern part of
village, Hsun Daw Gyi Phaung (Royal Barge), Main streets of village, Kindergarten, Eastern part of village,
Southern part of village, Primary School, Myanmar’s only floating post office box (you may send postcard to
your love one), middle part of village, some small pig farming, small fish farming and some wooden cabinet
marking (occasionally). USD 10 per canoe for 2 persons
From here, continue along the lake for additional sightseeing before returning to your hotel this afternoon.
Overnight at selected hotel in Nyaung Shwe/Inle Lake.