This 14-day private journey offers a comprehensive introduction to Myanmar’s most important cultural and spiritual highlights. Travel through ancient capitals, scenic mountain regions, tranquil lakes, and sacred pilgrimage sites. From Mandalay and Bagan to Kalaw, Inle Lake, Yangon, and the iconic Golden Rock, this journey combines history, nature, and authentic local life at a relaxed pace.
Ancient capitals Mandalay & Bagan
The scenic hill town of Kalaw
Inle Lake with floating gardens and villages
The former capital Yangon
The sacred pilgrimage site of Golden Rock
Fully private journey with a flexible travel pace
Day 1 – Arrival in Mandalay
Arrival in Mandalay and meeting with your guide for a private transfer to your centrally located hotel.
Overnight: Mandalay
Day 2 – Mandalay (Breakfast)
Free day to explore Mandalay or join an optional excursion to Mingun.
Overnight: Mandalay
Day 3 – Mandalay (Breakfast)
Explore highlights such as the monastery of 1,000 monks and the iconic U Bein Bridge.
Overnight: Mandalay
Day 4 – Mandalay to Bagan (Breakfast)
Transfer to the pier for a scenic ferry cruise along the Irrawaddy River to Bagan.
If the ferry is unavailable, travel by local bus.
Arrival and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Bagan
Day 5 – Bagan (Breakfast)
Free day to explore the ancient temples of Bagan, a UNESCO World Heritage site, by car, horse cart, or bicycle.
Overnight: Bagan
Day 6 – Bagan to Mount Popa (Breakfast)
Private transfer with your guide to Mount Popa, with scenic stops along the way. Visit this sacred volcanic formation and stay in the surrounding area.
Overnight: Mount Popa area
Day 7 – Mount Popa to Kalaw (Breakfast)
Continue by private car to Kalaw, a former British hill station with colonial architecture.
Overnight: Kalaw
Day 8 – Kalaw to Inle Lake (Breakfast)
Free morning in Kalaw, with optional trekking. In the afternoon, transfer to Inle Lake followed by a boat ride to your hotel.
Overnight: Inle Lake
Day 9 – Inle Lake (Breakfast)
Free day or optional boat excursion to floating gardens, local markets, and the village of Indein.
Overnight: Inle Lake
Day 10 – Inle Lake to Yangon (Breakfast)
Boat transfer to the pier, followed by transfer to Heho Airport for your flight to Yangon. Arrival and private transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Yangon
Day 11 – Yangon (Breakfast)
Free day to explore Yangon, including colonial architecture, markets, and pagodas.
Overnight: Yangon
Day 12 – Yangon to Golden Rock (Breakfast)
Private transfer with your guide to Kyaiktiyo to visit the sacred Golden Rock, one of Myanmar’s most important pilgrimage sites.
Overnight: Golden Rock
Day 13 – Golden Rock to Yangon (Breakfast)
Return transfer to Yangon. Free time at leisure.
Overnight: Yangon
Day 14 – Departure from Yangon (Breakfast)
Free time until your private transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
End of the journey
Flexible & Tailor-Made
This itinerary can be fully customized and can also be operated in reverse. Destinations, duration, accommodations, and transport options can all be adjusted to your preferences.
Let us know your wishes, and we will be happy to create a personalized Myanmar journey tailored perfectly to your travel style.
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