Myanmar Tours - Mandalay to Bagan: Rivers, Villages and Trails

Mandalay to Bagan: Rivers, Villages and Trails - 4 Days / 3 Nights

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Mandalay - Cycling - Mandalay - Monywa - Powintaung - Monywa - Pakkoku - Bagan - Bagan Villages -Departure

Absorb yourself in the delights of Myanmar with soft adventure excursion taking you from the vibrant city Mandalay to the forever enchanting and cultural Bagan. Explore the outskirts of Mandalay on bicycle. Pedal through the backstreets, stopping at colorful markets and meeting friendly locals in this amiable former capital. Head up Mandalay Hill and admire at the historic temples as well as fabulous views of the former capital.

Continuing the tour from Mandalay to Bagan, guests depart Mandalay and head for Monywa. Stop at Boditahtaung Pagoda home to the largest reclining Buddha image in Myanmar and witness the world's largest standing Buddha located nearby.

Revel in more archaeological wonders, with the first stop at Powintaung, home to an impressive collection of mural paintings and Buddha statues. Continue on and experience authentic rural ambiance as you drive along the countryside to Pakkoku village. Board a private boat after lunch to ferry you on to the shores of Bagan.

Visit Bagan's local villages and morning markets. Drop into a workshop and see firsthand the process of two of the region's best known products; handmade lacquer ware and wooden handicrafts. Take some time to venture Bagan's multitude of fascinating temples by bicycle or horse drawn cart and discover its unique heritage for the perfect finish to you Mandalay to Bagan tour.

Day 1 - Mandalay - Cycling - Mandalay (L)

Set off on a pleasant and undemanding guided bike ride through Mandalay's outskirts. Pass small villages, meet locals and experience the charm of rural Mandalay. After lunch you can freshen up at your hotel then make your way up Mandalay Hill for fabulous views back over the city.

Overnight in Mandalay

Day 2 - Mandalay - Monywa (B)

Depart Mandalay for a 3-hour ride to Monywa; a typical Burmese town on the banks of the Chindwin River. Visit Thanboddhay Pagoda, a huge Buddhist temple covered with more than 500,000 Buddha images. Also stop at Boditahtaung Pagoda which houses the largest reclining Buddha image in Myanmar and nearby is the world's largest standing Buddha. Conclude the day with a calm moment by the banks of the river while absorbing the scenic sunset.

Overnight in Monywa

Day 3 - Monywa - Powintaung - Pakkoku - Bagan (B)

Head to Powintaung, home to 947 sandstone caves, believed to hold some of Southeast Asia's richest collection of mural paintings and Buddha statues. Nearby is Shwe Ba Taung, where monasteries and temples are carved out rocky narrow cliffs. Travel through the countryside for a stop at Kyet Su Kin village, with time to experience the lifestyle and culture of rural Burma. Proceed to the jetty and board a private local boat in Pakkoku for a leisurely, two hour cruise downriver to Bagan.

Overnight in Bagan

Day 4 - Bagan Villages - Departure (B)

Visit the local markets and villages of Bagan. Visit workshops showing the process of lacquering and carpentry. Explore the temples of Bagan at your leisure.

Tour Duration: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Tour Operates: Year Round / On Demand
Tour Price: Available Upon Request

Rates vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

Our services Include:

3 nights accommodation on twin or double room basis with daily breakfast
English-speaking throughout guide
All transfers with private vehicles with driver
Meals mentioned (B = breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Entrance fees for the visits mentioned in the program
Private boat Pakkoku - Bagan (note: boat is a wooden motorized boat with lifejackets; the boat has a covered section for sun protection as well as an open deck in the sun)
Porter fees at the Jetty
Bike & Helmet Rental in Mandalay
Service charges

Our services do not Include:

International ticket to/from Yangon
Meals others than mentioned (B = breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Visa arrangements for Myanmar
Entrance fees for visits not mentioned in the program
Drinks and personal expenses
Tips and porters at the hotels
International airport departure tax Yangon (USD 10/pax at present)
Any other items not mentioned

Creating Unique Touring Experiences
All the touring itineraries on this website have been carefully crafted by our in-country management teams and represent a series of experiences we can certainly recommend. However, we understand that every travel experience should be as unique and individual as each traveler. Our consultants are waiting to hear from you so that we can tailor or custom design a Myanmar tour to your individual specifications.