If you search for information about Myanmar Travel, some main tourist attractions might come across like Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan, Inle,... Indeed, those are the highlighted destinations in Myanmar that are easy to reach and abundant places of interest to go to. But how about combining some of them into a cruise trip for a lifetime experience? Spend 4 Night Bagan - Mandalay to explore the Ananda Temple – one of the most revered temples in Bagan, and a less-known temple with torchlight, the rural villages alongside the river and learn about the locals’ lifestyle.
Moreover, we can even explore Mandalay with various options, including the trip to the hallowed land of Sagaing Hills.
Belmond Road to Mandalay cruise promises to bring you a relaxing and pleasant 4-night trip full of exciting excursions, not to mention the traditional entertainment event, and longyi cocktail party.
Wait no more and contact Myanmar Private Tour now to get the devoted assistant for your ideal Myanmar Tour!
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Meals: Lunch, Dinner
An early morning mediation session are due this morning as it is an essential activity for Burmese people and anyone who seeks peace.
After breakfast, there are three options of shore excursions that you can choose from:
• “Introduction to Bagan”: This tour focuses on the temples and history.
• “A Day in the Life”: You can have a taste of life in the local village.
• “Bagan by Bicycle”: Take on a more active role in the Bagan exploration.
Just before returning back to the ship, we make a stop in a small village right next to the Belmond’s private jetty and visit the free local clinic that is sponsored by Belmond.
Afternoon trip will begin with Ananda temple, one of the most well-known pagoda in Bagan. Then, the tour continues to a less-visited temple and discover the fresco and murals with torchlight. Finish the day sunset watching from an elevated view point.
Enjoy a BBQ dinner on the Observation Deck and afterward a traditional marionette show will be arranged for your entertainment.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The day begins with a tour of your choices:
• Explore the remaining religious sites in Old Bagan and sunrise experience.
• Contribute to a community project by Belmond in a local village.
The afternoon will be spent at your own leisure or with various activities on board, tea tasting, longyi demonstration.
This evening, a gourmet dinner is served on board.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The morning will be spent on board sailing. A wide range of activities are offer such as morning yoga, meditation, introductory cooking class or presentation from in-house doctor about the community projects.
Reaching Mingun in the afternoon, you can either:
• Discover the historical and the attractions with the guide.
• Walk through the local village and interact with the curious residents.
There is a special traditional party where you are encouraged to wear traditional longyi and enjoy a drink.
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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After a short cruise down to Mandalay, the early birds can join in an almsgiving service on shore.
After breakfast, the morning tour focuses on the most significant sites in the city such as Kuthodaw Pagoda – the world’s largest book – or Shwesandaw “Golden Palace” Monastery.
Return back to the cruise in Shwe Kyet Yet village and jetty. Then after a hearty lunch, we make our way to the Buddhist center of Myanmar – Sagaing Hills.
Take in the sunset with champagne cocktail at U Bein Bridge.
A traditional dance show will be arranged the dinner on board.
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Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy the breakfast on board before checking out of the cruise for your onward journey.
Bagan - Mandalay - Sin Kyun - Tan Chi Taung Mountain - Bagan
Myanmar never let tourists down with its beautiful landscapes and many spectacular religious buildings. In Myanmar, tourists can’t miss Bagan and Mandalay, these places are among the most famous places in Myanmar.
On this tour, you can discover many religious buildings such as Shwezigon Pagoda, Kyauk Gu U Min Temple...
Besides, you can enjoy some meaningful activities such as local performances or cooking classes, which will help you to understand more about Myanmar traditions and cultures.
Let’s immerse yourself in the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere in both Bagan and Mandalay.
You can enjoy the most romantic sunset scenery on U Bein Bridge, the longest teak bridge in the world.
Don’t forget to interact with the locals, who will help you to learn more about Myanmar.
With Myanmar Private Tour, you will have the best memorable trip!
Bagan - Mingun - Mandalay
Indulge in timeless deluxe Belmond Road to Mandalay and head off from Myanmar's spiritual center Mandalay, on an enchanting cruise and delve into the legendary landscape of ancient Bagan. If you only have short time in this part of Burma but still want to immerse in the authentic and mysterious land of the center of Myanmar, this tour is for you.
Along the 2-Night Bagan - Mandalay cruise, a little bit shorter than the 3-Night Bagan - Mandalay itinerary, many rural villages, temple ruins and cultural heritages are waiting for you to discover. Some highlights can be mentioned are Myin Mu and its traditional almsgiving ceremony, the Belmond-supported clinic in Bagan with a variety of choices, Bagan with Ananda, and a rarely-visited temple with torchlight.
For any further information about the itinerary or special requests, contact Myanmar Private Tour for the devoted assistant. Enjoy the relaxing and pleasant 2-night trip full of exciting excursions with us!
Bagan - Mingun - Mandalay - Ava
Welcome aboard on the Belmond Road to Mandalay! We are here to make your Myanmar tour unique, with land excursions and authentic activities that offer a fascinating peek into Myanmar's culture.
For many years, Bagan has been one of the most popular tourist destinations in Myanmar, ranking alongside Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Borobudur in Java as the best historic monuments in Southeast Asia. Around 3,000 temples dot the plain of the Ayeyarwady River, the majority of them were constructed between the 11th and 13th centuries. On the other hand, Mandalay, located on the Irrawaddy River, is the heart of mainland Myanmar and the focal point of regional communications, trade, and transportation lines.
What is better than a voyage between these two main tourist attractions on a cruise of 7 Night Bagan - Mandalay? You will have the chance to see the breathtaking beauty and discovery of the mysterious rivers of Myanmar. Explore the Bagan temple plain, the lacquerware traditional workshop with friendly locals and Popa mountain. Visit temples, pagodas, palaces and monasteries along the Irrawaddy River, visit the colonial buildings in Pyin Oo Lwin and so much more is waiting for you!
Have a glance at the full itinerary to see if this one is ideal for you, or you can always send us requests to customize it as per your preferences.
