Yangon to Inle Lake Tour – 4 Days

You will be picked up at your hotel by the tour guide and driver then discover the city.

Go downtown and see the architecture of the colonial constructions in the historic old capital. The history of design and their function will be presented by the tour guide.

The splendid Shwedagon Pagoda is the next stop. It is a golden pagoda located on the top of Singuttara hill surrounded by shining scenery. People believe that the pagoda kept the Buddha’s hair relics dated back 2500 years ago. Nowadays, the pagoda is one of the most breathtaking religious architecture in the world and brings pride to Myanmar.

Then, return to your hotel in Yangon to take a break.

You will get on the plane to Helo in the morning.

You spend 1 hour (32km) traveling from Helo to Nyaung Shwe which is the entrance way to Inle Lake. 

After that, we travel to Inle Lake by a motorboat to discover the most breathtaking view in Myanmar. The peaceful waters move smoothly by the floating plants and fishing canoes and the water surface is covered by the great backdrop of the dramatic mountain. Observe the everyday activities of the local leg-rowing fisherman and their floating gardens, which are constructed from strips of water hyacinth, dirt, and bamboo poles and moored to the bottom of the lake.

Now, head to Nga Hpe Chaung Monastery which contains many early Shan Buddha Figures. Previously, the temple was famous for its “jumping cats” but a few felines roam and no jumping now. Lastly, you will go to Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda which includes 5 religious images of Buddha covered by gold leaf.

Many unique crafts are firstly made on Inle Lake and we can take time to try generating woven products from lotus silk, boat builders (based on the time of year), blacksmiths or silversmiths, and a cigar making workshop.

Then, come back to your hotel and enjoy!

We will take time to experience the lake's morning market at 8:30 am (the market does not open on dark moon and full moon calendar days). There are a lot of activities as the local people gather here to purchase items.

Traveling down a little canal within 1 hour to Pa-Oh village of Indein which is on the west of Inle Lake’ shores. Walking around and going up the stairway mainly covered by moss to reach the hill’s summit. Standing at the top, you will be welcomed by the special Buddha image surrounded by several ruined stupa and thick shrubbery.

Then you will take a flight back to Yangon from Heho airport.

In Yangon, return to your hotel and take a rest.

Optional circular train tour in the morning if the flight is in the afternoon:

Reaching Central Yangon Railway Station and catching the Yangon circular train. We will pass through towns, outskirts and 39 stations in 28-mile travel by train. This is the most interesting way to explore Yangon.

Now you can take a look at the people of Yangon and the interesting lifestyle in urban areas. Stop at Da Nyin Gone Station where we access the tour to a colorful local market. We will spend 45 minutes walking around, chatting and seeing real life in Yangon.

After that, we can stroll around the Bogyoke Aung San Market (Scotts Market) playing an important role in the city. The market is the most well known tourist attraction in Yangon and one of the value colonial buildings of the city.

Say goodbye to Myanmar and the tour will be a memorable time that you can tell your family and friends.

Then you will take your flight at Yangon airport after we take you there.

If the flight is later than 5:00 pm, there is a surcharge. If you want to book the tour or get more information, please contact us.

Enjoy the Yangon to Bagan trip!