Catch a glimpse of Yangon’s colonial cityscape and the shining Shwedagon pagoda before flying to Bagan, Asia’s notable World Heritage Site filled with astonishing archaeological artifacts.
Catch a glimpse of Yangon’s colonial cityscape and the shining Shwedagon pagoda before flying to Bagan, Asia’s notable World Heritage Site filled with astonishing archaeological artifacts.
Arrival in Yangon and Sightseeing
Yangon (Rangoon) - Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our guide, who will be holding a placard with your name on it.
Yangon City Hall - Transfer to the Yangon Heritage Trust’s downtown office, where their specially-trained guide will provide a briefing on the progress and challenges…
Arrival in Yangon and Sightseeing
Yangon (Rangoon) - Upon arrival at the airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our guide, who will be holding a placard with your name on it.
Yangon City Hall - Transfer to the Yangon Heritage Trust’s downtown office, where their specially-trained guide will provide a briefing on the progress and challenges of preserving the city’s buildings. Following this, embark on a 2.5-hour walking tour through central Yangon. The tour begins at Yangon’s Heritage Trust Office on Lower Pansodan Road, with highlights including City Hall, the High Court, and the former Burma Railways Company – one of Yangon’s oldest administrative buildings.
Shwedagon Pagoda - Continue to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Although the origins of the pagoda are unclear, local legend suggests the original structure was built 2500 years ago and has been renovated several times, taking its current form in the 15th century. The 8-sided central stupa stands 99 meters tall, gilded with gold leaf, and is surrounded by 64 smaller stupas. Your guide will show you around the expansive complex, explaining why this temple is so revered. Enjoy breathtaking views of the golden stupa from this vantage point.
Yangon - Golden Rock Pagoda
Taukkyan War Cemetery - On the way to Golden Rock, stop to visit Htaukkyant War Cemetery.
Kyaiktiyo - Arrive at the pilgrim village, the starting point to the famous Golden Rock. From the hotel in Kyaikhtiyo, take a truck and then enjoy trekking to Golden Rock, which takes about 1 hour uphill to enjoy the sunset at the Golden Rock. The famous ‘Golden Rock’ is a sacred, massive gold-leafed boulder delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff near the top of Mt. Kyaikhtiyo and is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines.
Golden Rock - Bago - Yangon
Bago - Bago, located only 80 km away, was an ancient capital of the Mon Kingdom in the 15th century. Enjoy sightseeing in Bago, including Shwethalyaung Reclining Buddha (55 meters long), Shwemawdaw Pagoda, Myo Ma Local Market, the 28-meter high huge Buddha Image of Kyaikpun Pagoda, Chinese Kwanyin Temple, and, if interested, visit the Kanbawzathardi Palace of King Bayinnaung.
Yangon - Fly to Bagan - Sightseeing
Bagan - Bagan is an ancient city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar.
Htilominlo Pahto - Htilominlo Pagoda is one of the largest temples in Bagan, noted for its fine plaster carvings.
Shwezigon Paya - Shwezigone Pagoda, where the Frontlet Relic of Buddha is enshrined.
Gubyaukgyi Temple - Gubyaukgyi Temple is renowned for its wall paintings.
Dhammayangyi Temple - Dhammayangyi Pagoda extends approximately 255 feet on each of its four sides.
Thatbyinnyu Temple - Thatbyinnyu Pagoda is Bagan’s tallest temple, standing almost 217 feet tall.
Shwesandaw Pagoda - In the late afternoon, enjoy the breathtaking sunset from Shwesandaw Pagoda, the most popular sunset-viewing spot in Bagan.
Bagan - Yangon Departure
Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda - Visit Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda, famous for its huge image of a reclining Buddha, built in 1966 to replace the old image from 1907. You will also have the option to visit Kandawgyi Lake and surrounding areas, which offer numerous photo opportunities.
Yangoods Bogyoke Market - Go shopping at the Bogyoke market (formerly “Scott market”), where you can find a wide range of Myanmar handicrafts, jewelry, fabrics, and lacquerware. Time permitting, your guide will take you to the famous MK gems shop, where high-quality gems are displayed in eight different decorated showrooms.
Yangon (Rangoon) - Transfer to Yangon International Airport for your departure flight.
- Open Truck Fees Up & Down in Golden Rock Pagoda
- Entrance fees as mentioned in the program
- English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Accommodation based on DBL/TWN sharing with daily breakfast
- Open Truck Fees Up & Down in Golden Rock Pagoda
- Entrance fees as mentioned in the program
- English-speaking tour guide (other languages available upon request)
- Lunch
- Dinner
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast
- Accommodation based on DBL/TWN sharing with daily breakfast
- Any services not mentioned in the program
- Domestic Flight from Yangon – Bagan
- Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses
- Visa Letter / Visa stamp fee
- Any services not mentioned in the program
- Domestic Flight from Yangon – Bagan
- Drinks, other meals, TIP and personal expenses
- Visa Letter / Visa stamp fee
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
