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Hidden Wonders of Myanmar
Overview
Highlights (Bullets)
- Sunset At U Bein Bridge
- Explore Temple Town
- The Golden Shwedagon Pagoda
Short Description
Travel from Yangon to Myanmar over the course of 15 days and experience the 14-night Irrawaddy River cruise aboard the RV Samantha. Take-in the historic streets of Chinatown, the ancient ruins of Sri Ksetra, and an intimate look at village life in Yandabo.
Destinations
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Yangon, Embark Ship
On arrival at the airport, you’ll be met and transferred to your luxury river ship, the RV Samatha. Head back into the city of Yangon to view the famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Enjoy a Welcome Reception tonight.
Stay:14 Nights: aboard APT’s boutique river ship, the RV Samatha
Day 2: Yangon
FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Sightseeing
After breakfast, select your Freedom of Choice activity. Perhaps travel by train to discover some of the city’s best kept secrets, including a shattered glass factory and leafy oasis. Join a walking tour of Yangon and stroll through the historic streets of Chinatown, the Indian Quarter and downtown Yangon. Or gain an insight into Yangon’s arts scene with visits to the Pansodan Gallery and Golden Valley Arts Gallery, among others.
Day 3: Danuphyu
Today you’ll explore the township of Danuphyu, where the revered General Maha Bandula led a famous Burmese defensive against the British troops during the First Anglo-Burmese War. You’ll also visit a local cheroot (cigar) workshop.
Day 4: Myanaung
Absorb wonderful views of the Akauk Mountains and their river-facing cliff carvings as you cruise onwards to the quiet riverside township of Myanaung. Here, a delightful walking tour will take you past a range of well-preserved colonial houses and on to the bustling local market.
Day 5: Pyay (Prome)
On arrival in Pyay, you will disembark fora walking tour. See a selection of pagodas, including the imposing Shwesandaw Pagoda. Later, travel to the south-east of Pyay on an excursion to the ancient ruins at the old Pyu kingdom capital, Sri Ksetra. The region’s 1,500 year old stupas are among the world’s earliest and most intriguing Buddhist monuments.
Day 6: Thayetmyo
Continue on to Thayetmyo, a pleasant port town that once sat on the border between Upper and Lower Burma, which the British annexed during the Second Anglo- Burmese War. Here, enjoy a fascinating tour of the historic colonial-era post office before taking a swing at Myanmar’s first golf course.
Day 7: Minhla, Magwe
Stop in the town of Minhla. Learn how the British captured this fort, and indeed the town, during a war that saw an independent Burma lose its sovereignty. Cruise onwards to Magwe, where you will head up to the Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, located atop a hill overlooking the Irrawaddy River.
Day 8: Salay
Cruise to the small village of Salay, a colourful religious centre. Here, you’ll visit Yoke Sone Kyaung, the region’s oldest surviving wooden monastery. Built in 1882, the monastery is famous for its wood carvings and extensive collection of religious artefacts. Afterwards, continue on to Shinbin Maha Laba Man Paya, home to the country’s largest lacquer Buddha image, which dates back to the 13th century.
Day 9: Tantkyi Hill, Bagan
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
This evening observe a stunning sunset over Bagan, one of the world’s truly awe-inspiring archaeological sites. During this beautiful, breathtaking experience, enjoy free flowing drinks, delicious canapes, and fantastic hospitality with your fellow guests.
After breakfast, climb Tantkyi Hill to visit Tantkyitaung Pagoda.
Day 10: Bagan
FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Sightseeing
Perhaps take a private horse cart ride, enjoy a shopping tour of Old Bagan or ascend the winding covered staircases encircling Myanmar’s nats (spirits) at Mount Popa.
Later, visit a family-run lacquerware workshop and a nearby village.
Day 11: Yandabo
In Yandabo, enjoy an intimate look at village life and watch a pottery-making demonstration by talented local artisans.
Day 12: Inwa
Today, set out on a tour by horse-drawn cart, taking in Maha Aung Mye Bon Zan Monastery, then see the ‘leaning tower of Inwa’.
Day 13: Sagaing, Mingun
Explore Soon U Ponya Shin and the Kaunghmudaw pagodas. Later, cruise to Mingun, home to the Mingun Pahtodawgyi. Here, you will see the second largest ringing bell in the world, the Mingun Bell, as well as the Myatheindan Pagoda.
Day 14: Amarapura, Mandalay
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
This evening, enjoy a sunset sampan cruise alongside the U-Bein Bridge with a drink in hand. It is a supremely beautiful sight, particularly during the evening when the sun is beginning to set.
Set out on a full-day tour of Mandalay, including Mahamuni Buddha Temple and the Kuthodaw Pagoda. Later, take in a tour of the Shwenandaw Monastery. Tonight, enjoy a Farewell Dinner.
Day 15: Disembark Ship, Depart Mandalay
Disembark your ship for the final time this morning and be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.
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8 APT Touring Travel Reviews & Ratings
Hidden Wonders of Myanmar
Company Reviews
Amazing trip of a lifetime from Amsterdam
Amazing 15 day Amsterdam to Budapest.
This trip exceeded our expectations.
We loved our suite the owners plus certainly worth every penny. We highly recommend this tour and apt
My wife and I have just returned from a fabulous trip
The APT duo - Andrew and Arn were friendly, helpful etc.
The food was plentiful, tasty - especially at The Playford Hotel in Adelaide - our start & finish location.
Food breaks were timely.
And we visited some iconic places - Ikara - Flinders Ranges National Park [bloody cold], Marree, a scenic flight over Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre, Travelled the iconic Birdsville Track, ate a curried camel pie at the Birdsville Bakery and survived, Saw some guys make 'fools' of themselves trying to climb BIG RED in their 4WDs. O I could go on.
There are some great pubs and locals out there - see for yourselves.
Thanks once again Andrew and Arn and our fellow travellers.
Danube to experience the sight ...Magnificent night.
Where do I start ...the Paris accommodation meet every expectation, then on to Amsterdam and boarded our ship MS AMA Venita
Well, what a absolutely amazing time was had by myself and the wonderful group of fellow travelers, right from the first night my thoughts of being a solo traveler and feeling awkward disappeared .
The service from this top class crew was in my opinion top level. It would be hard to mention just one person and leave out the rest but for the group I hung out with the MS AMA Venita was renamed MS Party Ship !!
Every night the super barman Alex, put up with us and made sure we were not going thirsty I think we kept him quite busy
The Cruise Director ...Cheri Coll ......amazing,brilliant at her job,her level of energy never fell away!
The entertainment at night was fun and I attended every night, following that we had the music maestro ...Peter....his love of music showed through and he had most of us up dancing till late into evening ...Thanks Peter
My suite was just perfect. The food and service was top drawer also
Would I recommend to my friends 100%i would, I am thinking of another cruise September 2019
The highlight for me was when Captain Rozsmann turned our Party Ship around in Budapest at night when all the lights were on and took us back up the glorious Danube to experience the sight ...Magnificent night.
Do the trip, if you think this is the adventure for you. I hope you have the brilliant crew we had. Well done APT !
Were classy and there was a good variety.
Magnificent Europe River Cruise
What can I say!, Gunther, you are the Best Cruise Director Ever!!! thank you so so much for going out of your way for making it possible for Cesare and I to get from the airport to the ship on time, and we want to thank all the Crew for their fantastic service and always full of smiles, and a big thank you to the Captain and Roberto for the smooth sailing, wonderfull food.
We will never forget our Fairytale Adventure.
And a Big thank you to Rachel for giving us a wonderful and unforgettable time in Paris.
Cesare and Patricia
Details
Optional Activities
APT's Freedom of Choice Inclusions in two locations
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises
FREEDOM OF CHOICE - Sightseeing
Personalise your holiday with a choice of included sightseeing options sure to leave you with lifelong memories
Flight & Transport Inclusions
All internal ground transport
Group Size
Intimate Group - 12 max
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