OVERVIEW

Be prepared to be astonished: travel deep into the Shan hills to the hidden 'forest of temples' at Kakku. Traveling from the flatlands around Inle Lake, drive higher and higher into the hills, criss-crossing the railway line and villages. The journey is rewarded when reaching Kakku: more than 5000 stupas from the 11^th century rise high above a plain. Wander amid these mysterious stupas, far from the tourist trail.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Your adventure begins in the morning after breakfast, when your guide, local Pa-Oh assistant and driver will greet you at your hotel. Set off from the low-lying lands at Inle Lake toward Taunggyi, then head into the rolling hills toward the east of the lake. The drive is spectacular, crossing over the railway line and through small villages inhabited to the Pa-Oh people. This area was closed to visitors for many years and even now only a few intrepid tourists make their way through here.

After two hours you'll arrive at Kakku. The first view of Kakku is breathtaking: there are more than 5200 individual stupas, some of which are 20 metres high, and several Buddha images scattered throughout. There are no clear facts about the history of the stupas but most date back to the 11^th-13^th century, the same period when Bagan was thriving. Wander throughout the temples, taking your time to enjoy the wonder and awe of this site and discover the intricate carvings and details on the structures.

In addition to visiting the temples, your knowledgeable Pa-Oh guide will introduce you to the customs and lives of the people as you stop to visit nearby villages.

Afterwards we will have lunch at a local restaurant near Kakku train station and then resume our drive back to Inle Lake.  (L)

Time: 0800-1700

PRICING: in US Dollars per person

Rates are valid until 30 Apr 2013

*NOTE: Due to daily fluctuations in the local currency exchange rate, Exotissimo Myanmar cannot guarantee this tariff rate. Please contact your travel consultant for the current pricing.

Our services include:

• English-speaking guide
• Private vehicle for drive Nyaung Shwe - Kakku - Nyaung Shwe
• Local Pa Oh guide (compulsory)
• 1 lunch at a local restaurant
• Entrance fees for the visits Kakku: Zone fees
• Water and refreshing towel

Our services do not include:

• Inle Lake Zone Fee
• Meals other than mentioned
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Any other items not mentioned