OVERVIEW

Immerse yourself in the local culture with this day trip around Bagan.  Start with a visit to the Ngat Pyit Monastery to visit the ancient spiritual caves before stopping at the village primary school.  Interacting with the students is sure to bring a smile to your face.  Travel to Nyaung U village to learn about the traditional crafts such as lacquer ware, bullock carts, and jam making. 

PROGRAM DETAILS

After breakfast at your hotel, your Exotissimo guide and driver will pick you up to start your Bagan excursion. You'll first visit the Nyaung U market, a busy morning market where locals gather from surrounding villages to buy and sell produce, crafts, spices and other goods. Stop for a cup of tea in a local teahouse, a key part of daily life in Myanmar and a great place from which to observe the busy morning activities.

Continue with a transfer to Ngat Pyit Taung Monastery and explore the temple's caves to observe about local tradition and spiritual beliefs of the Burmese. Then, visit the Monastic Primary School where you can visit with the local children who are studying their lessons.  Be greeted by their warm smiles and enjoy playing with and meeting the students.  Although friendly and welcoming, the children come from a very underprivileged area and a small donation of cash or school supplies will ensure a brighter future for these students. 

Responsible Travel: This tour gives you a chance to see the local life of the Burmese people, an opportunity to interact with the locals, support local craftsmen, and give back to an underprivileged school. 

Time: 0800-1200

Note: School visit is not possible on Saturdays and Sundays and may not always be available other days due to public and religious holidays. Please ask your travel consultant.

PRICING: in US Dollars per person

Rates are valid until 30 Sep 2012

Our services include:

• English-speaking guide
• Transfers and excursion with private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
• Tea break
• Water and Refreshing Towel

Our services do not include:

• Bagan Zone Fee
• Meals other than mentioned
• Donation at Monastery
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Any other items not mentioned