Name: Circuit at the Burmese pace
Brand: Typic Travel
Price: 949€ EUR
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Brief itinerary

Location Birmanie
Duration 6 days/5 nights
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1 : Yagon arrival / Visits (L/D)
2 : Yangon - Bagan (B/L/D)
3 : Bagan – Mount Popa – Bagan (B/L/D)
4 : Bagan - Heho - Inle Lake (B/L/D)
5 : Inle Lake – Indein – Inle Lake (B/L/D)
6 : Inle Lake - Heho - Yangon - Departure

Circuit Highlights

Experience the rhythm of authenticity in Burma through major sites and off-the-beaten-path locations
Enjoy a cocktail and admire the sunset aboard the Irrawaddy River cruise
Hike Mount Popa, 1518 meters high, and relax in the fresh atmosphere
See the collection of Buddha statues and sculptures at the Shwe Yan Pyay wooden monastery
Stroll along the beautiful region of Alaung Sitthou and Inle Lake
Visit the Inle Lake market and see how locals exchange their goods.

Illustrated map of the circuit

Circuit photos

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Detailed program (6 )

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1 Yangon arrival / Visits (L/D)

Arrival at Yangon International Airport, welcome by our guide and driver, then transfer to the city.

On the way, visit the Kabar Aye Pagoda (World Peace Pagoda) and Pasayana Cave. Then visit the Botahtaung Pagoda which is very popular among travelers due to its open interior allowing visitors to explore the inside of the pagoda.

In the afternoon, you start with a visit to the Chauk Htat Gyi Reclining Buddha, Kandawgyi Lake (the Royal Lake) where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Shwe Dagon Pagoda which is one of the wonders of the world.

Lunch and dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Yangon.

2 Yangon - Bagan (B/L/D)

In the morning, after breakfast, you head towards Bagan. You start with a visit to the Nyaung Oo market where locals come every day to exchange their goods. Next, visit the Shwezigon Pagoda - an ancient prototype of a Myanmar stupa. Visit the Wetkyi-In Gubyaukgyi cave temple, with its remarkable murals. Continue with a visit to the Htilominlo temple, well known for its old murals, fine plaster carvings and sandstone decoration.

In the afternoon, visit the New Bagan village, well known for its many workshops. You can observe artisans using traditional techniques to make handicrafts.

At the end of the day, embark on a cruise along the Irrawaddy River and enjoy a cocktail, breathtaking views of Bagan and the sunset.

Lunch and dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

3 Bagan - Mount Popa - Bagan (B/L/D)

In the morning, after breakfast, visit Mount Popa - an extinct volcano 1518 meters high offering fabulous views. It is home to the 37 Nats (guardian spirits). Popa is renowned for being a refreshing oasis thanks to its lush green forest. It has played an important role in culture, religion and history since ancient times.

Return to Bagan in the afternoon. Lunch and dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Bagan.

4 Bagan - Heho - Inle Lake (B/L/D)

In the morning, after breakfast, departure for Heho.

From Heho, a one-hour scenic drive leads to Nyaung Shwe, the gateway village to Inle Lake. On the way, stop at the Shwe Yan Pyay wooden monastery which features magnificent carvings and a collection of Buddha statues. Stop in Nyaung Shwe for a short walk around the town and visit the colorful market if it is held that day. Then, an excursion on Inle Lake (by private motorboat). We continue by visiting the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the main sanctuary of the lake, which contains five sacred Buddha images covered with gold leaf.

Discover the local crafts of Inle Lake with a stop in the weaving village of Inpawkhone and a cigar factory, where Burmese cigars are handmade.

If time permits, enjoy a short walk through one of the lake villages.

Lunch and dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

5 Inle Lake - Indein - Inle Lake (B/L/D)

After breakfast, visit the Inle Lake market. The market moves around the lake villages in a 5-day interval. It is frequented by the inhabitants of the lake and the surrounding hill tribes who come to sell and exchange their goods. (Note: the market is open every day except on new moon and full moon days).

From the middle of the lake, continue on a small canal leading to the Pa-oh village of Indein. Explore the area on foot, strolling through the village, visiting a local school and walking in the beautiful Alaung Sitthou region. Here you can climb the covered staircase to the top of a hill which is covered with picturesque ancient stupas and offers a magnificent view of the lake.

Then, return to your boat and continue with a stroll along the lake to return to the hotel in the afternoon.

Lunch and dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.