A spectacular photo workshop tour of Myanmar, lead by internationally renowned photographer, Gunther Deichmann. Improve your photographic skills with expert guidance every step of the way. A specialist at working with light and creating dramatic photos, Gunther is a multi-award winning photographer and will pass on his professional expertise through practical, hands-on direction.

This photographic tour of Myanmar takes guests from the captivating capital of Yangon where the sparkling Shwedagon Pagoda glistens at sunset. From Yangon guests take a short flight to Bagan where it's difficult to ever put your camera down. Countless temples and pagodas are scattered across its desert like plains. Crumbling architecture adds to the inherent beauty of the place. Visit Tayokye Pyay, an elevated temple with sweeping panoramic views of the plains below. Then Wetkyi-In Gubyaukgyi, a cave temple with exquisite jataka mural paintings and the elegant Ananda Temple, one of the most impressive masterpieces. We also head to Myinkabar and Old Bagan to discover lesser visited sites with unusual stone inscriptions. Enjoy an unforgettable sunset from the terrace of a temple.

From Bagan we head to Mandalay and explore the surrounding former capitals with a visit to Sagaing, where 600 white painted pagodas and monasteries are home to 3,000 monks and 100 meditation centers. After lunch its time to continue your tour of Myanmar with a visit to Ava and U Bein Bridge, a 200 year old teak bridge and the longest of its kind.

Watch locals wash a Buddha image at 4.30am in Mandalay before taking a flight to Heho, the gateway to Inle Lake. Spend 3 days exploring the lake and its surroundings with endless opportunities for fantastic photos. From Inle Lake continue to Mawlamein and explore the nearby islands of Shampoo and Bilu before finally returning to Yangon via the elusive Bat Cave of Linnoh Gu in nearby Hpa An.

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Explore the city of Yangon, a relatively quiet and charming capital city with a myriad of acrhitectural styles evident. Visit the alluring gold covered Shwedagon Pagoda that stands 90 meters tall. Watch as the sun sets and lights up the sparkling stones set in its crown.

Overnight in Yangon.

Head to Bagan, the capital of Myanmar from 11^th to 13^th Centuries. Bagan is home to a countless number of stunning temples in various conditions. The opportunity for mesmerizing photo opportunities is endless. Watch the sunset from the tower of a pagoda and visit a nearby cave temple with exquisite mural paintings.

Overnight in Bagan.

Visit the colourful Nyaung Oo Market to see the villagers sell their wares. We also visit a number of temples and see the unusual murals at Ahpae Yadanar. In Myinkabar guests can observe an unusual stone inscription in four different languages.

Overnight in Bagan.

After breakfast it's a short flight to Mandalay. After a visit to the surrounding former capitals around Mandalay, guests cross the Irrawaddy River to Sagaing where 600 white painted pagodas and monasteries form Sagaing Hill. We also visit the old wooden Bagaya Monastery and the remains of the Royal Palace and Fort, here you will also see local ways of life in the countryside.

Overnight in Mandalay.

Awake early to visit Mahamuni Pagoda and witness locals washing the revered Buddha image. We then fly to Heho where a scenic drives takes guests to Inle Lake. Stop at the wooden Shwe Yan Pyay Monastery on the way. A private motorboat takes guests across Inle Lake to see floating villages and the unique 'jumping cats' at Nga Hpe Chaung Monastery.

Overnight on Inle Lake.

Visit the lake's morning market where residents and surrounding hilltribes sell hand made products and local produce. From the center of the lake, travel along a small canal to the Pa-Oh village of In Dein. Visit a local school and explore the stunning area of Alaung Sitthou.

Overnight on Inle Lake.

Fly to Yangon where we take a scenic tour by car to Mawlamein. Stop along the way to visit the Shwethalyaung Buddha in Bago and to explore small villages in the countryside. Mawlamein is the capital of the Mon State and retains a quaint, somewhat sleepy charm. Explore the city in the afternoon at your own pace.

Overnight in Mawlamein.

A full day excursion to Shampoo and Bilu islands, uncovering local lifestyles and dramatic landscapes. Firstly we head to Shampoo Island and explore the monastery, nunnery and pagoda. Then it's off to Orge Island, to visit villages on horsecart and see how traditional handicrafts are made.

Overnight in Mawlamein.

Take a scenic drive to Hpa An and visit a number of mesmerizing sites. Stop at Kha Yon Cave where beautiful stalagmites and stalactites grace the inside. Next stop is Kawnat Monastery, built nearly a century ago. Also visit Kyauk Kalat where natural rock formation make great photo opportunities and proceed to Mt Zwe Kabin where lunch is served by stunning waterfalls.  

Overnight in Hpa An.

Take a boat ride on the Than Lwin River to the Dhamma Vizaya Pagoda and a hill locally known as Linnoh Gu (Bat Cave). Great views of the forest clad cliff faces make excellent photos. On returning to the jetty we transfer by road to Yangon and dine en-route at a local restaurant near Zoke Thoke village.

Overnight in Yangon.

Take the circle train around Yangon for a unique opportunity to see the lively lifestyle of Burmese people. Venture into Insein market where a variety of vendors sell colourful wares. We then take a tour of downtown Yangon to see side streets bustling with markets and tea shops and visit Mahabandoola Park and the Sule Pagoda. After lunch head to Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda and finally Kandawgyi Park.

This late evening, transfer to Yangon International Airport for your onward flight.