This program is presented to you for your visit around Myanmar for its main tourist destination. Explore from Yangon – the garden city and the main gate way to Myanmar to Bagan – the richest archeological sights in Asia, Mandalay – the culture canter and its environ, Sagaing – the Place of Meditation. You will find the local peoples and landscape beyond your imagination.

Transportation between each destination by domestic flight on Air Mandalay or Yangon Airways or Air Bagan (F-100 or ATR-72/42) can be done throughout the year.

The Road To Mandalay continues to ply the waters of the Ayeyarwady River giving passengers the opportunity to see this fascinating and ancient land while travelling in traditional comfort. The luxury cruise operates along the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River. You may get the totally different taste been hidden from the world. These 3 deck cruiser consists 14 state cabins and 38 superior cabins comprise twin bed with two panoramic windows, and 4 single cabins. And you can gaze the beautiful the surrounding beauties and sunset from the observation desk. There is a swimming pool and you can enjoy a cool refreshing drink from the top desk bar. Buffet lunches and afternoon tea are also served on the observation desk, weather permitting.This program is fixed arrival on every Tuesdays due to the Road to Mandalay Schedule.

Detailed Tour Program

Day 1- WEDNESDAY Arrival Yangon

Arrive Yangon international airport, welcome by tour guide. Transfer to the hotel for check in. Visit Chauk Htatt Kyi (the six storied in meaning but actually the huge reclining Buddha Image, Sule (the eight sided stupa located at the center of Yangon, the Independent Monument. And study the ways of living of Yangon citizens (which can observe the tradition and modern costume) and Shwedagon Pagoda, famous worldwide – its golden stupa is the ‘ Heart ’ of Buddhism Myanmar. The Pagoda is believed to be 2,500 years old and the central stupa in surrounded by dozens of intricately decorated buildings and statues. There are always many Myanmar People praying and making offerings at Shwedagon, and it’s a fascinating place to spend time watching the world go by. And overnight stay at hotel in Yangon.

Day 2- THURSDAY Yangon Bagan (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Transfer to the airport for the flight to Bagan (domestic schedule flight, ~ 1 ½ hour flying) situated in Central Myanmar, on the East bank of the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River, to discover its glorious past and histories. Transfer to the hotel. Then full day visit included: Shwezigon Pagoda – built by King Anawrahta in the early 11th century as a religious shrine, then go to Ananda Temple – King Kyansittha’s masterpiece and the crowning achievement of the early style temple of architecture, next is Thatbyinnyu Temple – the highest building on the Bagan plain, after that visit to Htilominlo Temple – the largest temple of Bagn – noted for its fine plaster carvings and glazed sandstone decorations. In the afternoon observe the process of traditional lacquer ware, one of Myanmar’s best known handicrafts and a specialty of Bagan. Then visit Manuha Temple, Myingabar Gubyaugyi Temple – an early period Pyu-style temple of Hindu influence with some of the oldest mutual paintings in Bagan and Dhamanyangyi Temple noted for its remarkable brickwork. Lastly watch sunset over the Ayeyarwaddy River from Shwesandaw Pagoda. Overnight at hotel in Bagan.

Day 3- FRIDAY Bagan Mt. Popa Bagan (B)
Option: Balloon Over Bagan (BOB)

It is a unique opportunity to see the Bagan with ‘BALLOONS OVER BAGAN’. You get a magnificent birds-eye view of thousand year-old pagodas, temples and the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River as it has never been seen before. The balloon is guided by gentle winds not exceeding 24 km/h. Eight/Six passengers plus a pilot fit into the balloon’s basket. The champagne flights at sunrise last just under an hour and take off daily from October through March. Price is US $ 230 / pax. Due to the limited capacity, advance bookings at an early stage are highly recommended.
After breakfast, drive to Mt. Popa (~ 50 km, 1 ½ hour driving) where a house for Myanmar spirits. On the way you can find the beauty of typical villages and the ways of making Toddy Candy. Return to Bagan. Afternoon, visit Bagan for the rests of the famous pagodas. Overnight at hotel.

Day 4 – SATURDAY Bagan (B, L, D)

Breakfast at hotel and transfer to the Road To Mandalay berthed on the Ayeyarwady River. Lunch on board. After lunch, join the guide and visit the inside of some of Bagan’s more significant pagodas. Late afternoon your guide takes you to watch the breathtaking vista of the sun setting over the plain. Dinner and local entertainment. Overnight on board

Day 5 – SUNDAY Bagan Mandalay (B, L, D)

After breakfast a guided tour introduces you to Bagan’s most important temples and the local market. Alternatively, you can hire a bicycle or horse-drawn cart and explore this fascinating area on your own. Mid-morning the Road To Mandalay begins its cruise north towards Mandalay. Settle back in a comfortable chair on the top deck and watch the fascinating river life glide by. An on board guide lectures on local places and customs. The ship moors mid-river for the evening. Dinner and local entertainment. Overnight on board.

Day 6 – MONDAY Mandalay (B, L, D)

Arrive at the quaint little village of Shwe Kyet Yet after lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of the key sights of Mandalay regarded as the centre of Burmese culture and Buddhist learning. Return to Road To Mandalay stopping enroute to admire sunset over the river. Dinner and local entertainment. Overnight on board.

Day 7 – TUESDAY Mandalay (B, L, D)

After breakfast, cruise to Mingun. Visit the most important sights such as the pretty Hsinbyume Pagoda and the world’s largest uncracked bell. Return by ferry for a late lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Sagaing Hills, considered to be the living centre of the Buddhist faith in Burma. Sagaing is also famous for its silver and silversmiths who still work in much the same way as their ancestors did. Dinner and local entertainment. Overnight on board.

Day 8 – WEDNESDAY Mandalay Yangon (B)

After an early breakfast, transfer to Mandalay airport for your onward flight to Yangon (domestic schedule flight, ~ 1 ½ hour driving). On the way to the hotel, visit Kabar Aye (the World Peace pagoda) and Maha Pasana (the great cave for Buddhist synod) and check in at the hotel. After lunch, shopping at Bogyoke Market (Scott’s Market) of hundreds of shops where you can find local products such as Gems & Jewelry , slippers, cloth, and so on. Evening stroll along the China Town and study the ways of living of Yangon citizens (which can observe the tradition and modern costume). Overnight stay at hotel in Yangon.

Day 9 – THURSDAY Yangon departure (B)

Breakfast at hotel. Leisure till the flight time. Transfer to Yangon International Airport for your departure flight to conclude this unique experience.

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Tour price net per person in US $
(Validity: 1st October 2010 to 30th April 2011, except 24th Dec 2010 – 07th Jan 2011 & 12th April – 21st April 2011)

Class	2 pax	3 pax	4 pax	6 pax	8 pax	10 pax	Single Supplement
Deluxe	3250	320	3170	3110	3120	3100	850

Service Included:

Accommodation in twin or double sharing room with daily breakfast
Meals : Daily breakfast at hotel
Meal : Lunch and dinner
2 domestic flights : Yangon – Bagan // Mandalay - Yangon
Transfer and transportation with private air-coned coach as per program
Bagan to Mandalay by Road To Mandalay (4 Nights Cruise)
Entrance fees for the sightseeing spots as per program (except Museums)
Experienced and fluent English speaking station guide fees (except on boat)

Service Excluded:

Meal : X’mas & New Year Eve Compulsory Dinner
New Year Celebration Supplement on boat
International Airfares and Airport Tax (US $ 10 / Pax)
Travel Insurances
Extra Tours not mentioned in the program
Visa on arrival fees
Personal Expenses such as Drinks, Tips, Camera Fees, Laundry Service, Phone Charges, etc…

Hotels	Deluxe
Yangon	Sedona Hotel Yangon (Superior Room)
Bagan	Aureum Palace Hotel (Deluxe Room)
4 Nights Road to Mandalay Cruise (From Bagan to Mandalay)	Road to Mandalay Cruise Superior Cabin A Desk

Booking Conditions

For reservations made more than 55 days prior to travel, a 15% deposit is required at the time of booking. Full payment is due 55 days prior to travel.
All reservations made less than 55 days prior to travel must be paid in full at the time of booking.
Administration fees are imposed for change of passenger’s names, departure dates or cabin types

Cancellation Fee
56 days and more	- 15% of the fare
21 – 55 days	- 30% of the fare
03 – 20 days	- 70% of the fare
Within 2 days of travel	- 100% of the fare

Administration Fee
56 days and more	- One free
	- Then 10% of the fare
21 – 55 days	- 20% of the fare
03 – 20 days	- 60% of the fare
Within 2 days of travel	- 100% of the fare

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