OVERVIEW

Discover the cultural centre of Myanmar with this guided half day tour of Mandalay. Visit the unusual Mahamuni Pagoda where local pilgrims flock to cover the Buddha image in gold leaf. Witness the labor-intensive technique of making this gold leaf and other traditional handicrafts such as tapestries, marionettes and wood carving.    

PROGRAM DETAILS                                                                                

Begin your sightseeing tour of Mandalay with a visit to Mahamuni Pagoda. This pagoda is home to one of the country's most revered Buddha images which, over the years, have been covered with gold leaf giving it an almost 'lumpy' texture. Mandalay is well known for its skilled craftsmen and as you tour traditional workshops, you will learn more about the city's cottage industries. Observe the production of wood carvings, kalaga tapestries, and gold-leaf where the techniques remained unchanged from those used centuries ago to craft items for the Royal Court.

Time: 0800-1200 or 1300-1700

Recommended: Either time

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
• Transfer with private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
• Water and refreshing towel

Our services do not include:

• Meals other than mentioned
• Entrance fees for the visits mentioned in the program
• Drinks and personal expenses
• Any other items not mentioned
• Mandalay Zone Entrance Fee