Are you mesmerized by the gentle and mighty rivers of Myanmar? Or you simply just want a perfect viewpoint to capture the enormous complex of temples in this mystic land?
The Chindwin river cruise will bring a completely different journey to travelers who are seeking to discover the off-beaten-path areas of Myanmar via the greatest branch of the Irrawaddy - Chindwin river. You will have a chance to see the pristine nature, and the exotic hill tribe culture as well as experience many fascinating things during the expeditions.
Myanmar Private Tour introduces to you 7 Night Downstream Chindwin River. Down the river flows, you will get the chance to discover Mingkin, which is considered the Luang Prabang of Chindwin, or Toungdoot, an ancient Shan land that used to be ruled by the royal family during British times. Much more authentic experience is waiting for you in this Myanmar Tour, wait no more and send us requests!
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Meals: Lunch, Dinner
PLEASE NOTE: The itinerary for this expedition is subject to change. We ask you to be flexible once you book this cruise as the areas you travel to are very remote.
IMPORTANT: During the month of December to March. The water level will decrease dramatically so the cruise might not be able to reach Homalin. Thus, alternative itinerary shall be in place.
In the morning, we will pick you up from your hotel to the airport if needed for your flight to Homalin. Upon arrival, you will be taken to the jetty to start your journey.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Taungdoot is an old ancient capital that even during the first Anglo-Burma War there was still a ruling royalty and palace in place. Here visit the town you can learn from our guide about the rich history of the secluded town.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Sitthaung in the graveyard of the few ships that was purposefully sunken by the British during the World War II so that the Japanese couldn’t get their hands on them. As evidence, the town here are full of colonial building as Irrawaddy Flotilla Company’s old offices still remains here.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The morning will be dedicated to a visit to Mawlaik – the former headquarter of the Bombay Burmah Trading company and old retreat for the British. The town has a green golf course surrounded by “Dak Bungalows” from a forgotten time.
The afternoon, on the cruise we will pass through the exit of the Yu River which drains from the Kubu Valley.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mingkin is rather unknown to the tourists in general, but according Pandaw founder, Paul Strachan, it is most comparable and even has an edge over the crowded Bagan. Paul even said that the town was like Luang Prabang, UNESCO Heritage Town, by the Chindwin river. Here you can find the distinct Konbaung era teak monastery. The we explore the Kalewa with the small markets and charming little wood buildings.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the whole day of leisure on board passing through the slow life by the river. You can leave the ship for a brief walk in the Kanee Village on your way.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast today, leave the trip to go on coach for a journey to Po Win Taung Cave Pagoda. Inside the walls of these structures are colorful and lively murals. After the visit, we go back on board and resume our journey on the Chindwin River.
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Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, disembark from the cruise and you will be transfer from Monya to the airport or your hotel in Mandalay.
Mandalay - Monywa - Moktaw - Maukkadaw - Kalaymyo - Mawleik - Sitthaung - Toungdot - Homalin - Mingkin - Kani - Bagan
Monywa - Phowin Taung - Mingkin - Kalewa - Mawlaik - Kalewa
The loveliest of rivers in Myanmar, Chindwin River, is the largest tributary of Myanmar’s chief river the Ayeyarwady (2200km) and its flow passes through gorgeous mountain ranges and forests. The northernmost regions are difficult to reach so much of it remains unspoiled.
In the monsoon season, boats are faced with fast-flowing currents with many whirlpools, while logs, fallen trees and other obstacles float downstream. In the dry season water levels fall dramatically and numerous shallows and ever-changing sandbars mean sailors must remain alert.
On this Myanmar Escorted Tour, you will join us down the stream from Monywa to Kalewa over the course of a 7-day cruise.
From the highlights of Monywa including Thandboodi Temple, Bawdhi Tataung statue and Phowintaung caves to Mingkin - "Luang Prabang of Myanmar" and breathtaking sightseeing throughout the journey, we promise you a closer look than ever to this mysterious region of Myanmar!
Kalewa - Mawlaik - Mingkin - Kanee - Phowin Taung - Monywa
If you are fascinated with the beauty of the Chindrin River and the landscape surrounding the two riversides, check out this Burma tour which operates from December to February. Sailing from the starting point of the largest port on the Chindwin River(also an important trans-shipment point for goods going to and coming from nearby India) then entering the Lower Chindwin where the river widens and appear a number of attractive villages.
Within the itinerary of 7 Night Downstream Chindwin River, you will enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime experience through the hidden gems of culture along the Chindwin River!
