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Experience the captivating allure of Myanmar and Thailand with this innovative and intimate journey into the mystique. Evocative religious relics stand proud in jaw-dropping green valleys, ancient kingdom capitals remain untouched by modernity, and iconic impressions of undiscovered Southeast Asia fill this itinerary. With ten days in Myanmar and four in Thailand, this vacation unveils the dazzling highlights and unknown gems of two achingly authentic countries.

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Bangkok - arrival in bangkok, thailand.

Bangkok is a city of sharp contrasts, the gleaming skyscrapers juxtaposed with vibrant open-air markets and men pushing wooden pushcarts. Royal palaces and ancient pagodas are surrounded by the vivid colors of daily street life, and it's impossible to go a few meters without a new photo opportunity. Land at Bangkok International Airport and today is free for you to explore the city. Shoppers can have endless fun in the traditional markets and throbbing malls. Watch classical Thai music concerts or find some of the funky bars that the city is famous for. Have your senses engaged and elevated just by wandering around, the city that exudes exotic smells and sounds. And despite the contrasts and contradictions, one part of Bangkok is omnipresent; smiles. Wherever you are, expect to see a beaming face in front of you. Welcome to Thailand. Welcome to the land of smiles.

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Bangkok - The Vibrant Highlights of Bangkok

Bangkok's exuberant contrasts will have already impressed. For first time visitors, everything in the city seems to be an attraction. Yet hidden around the city you'll discover the sublime and surreal, the renowned and unknown highlights that epitomize the capital. Today's tour starts at Wat Po, the monk's morning chanting ritual filling this ancient temple with resonant spirituality. Whiff the incense smoke and explore the mystique before standing before the immense 45 meter reclining Buddha. Continue the traditional slant with a tuk-tuk ride through the narrow city streets, your driver expertly traversing the Pak Klong Taland Flower Market and onwards to the Grand Palace. Admire the mysterious Emerald Buddha and take in the grandeur of Thailand's most important palace.

This all-day tour unveils many different sides to the city, giving you an ebullient snapshot of Bangkok's delights. Ride a long-tailed boat along the canals of Thonburi and marvel at local life along the waterside. Explore royal temples that burst with aristocratic brilliance and opulent architecture, then head into old Bangkok and wander the vivid alleys of the city's working class neighborhoods. Visit Chinatown, take a sumptuous lunch overlooking the river, stop in ancient tea shops, discover bustling markets that cascade with color; this is a tour that always veers towards the city's unique experiences.

Chiang Mai - The Cultural Delights of Chiang Mai

This morning you leave Bangkok, flying north to fascinating Chiang Mai. A circle of soothing mountains gaze down on the city, overlooking over 300 temples and wondrous 14th century architecture. Your driver and guide is waiting in arrivals and you'll head straight to the architectural riches, the tour of Chiang Mai starting at Wat Suan Dok. Elegant prayer halls, important shrines, sacred Buddha images, crumbling city walls that ache with authenticity; your tour explores the essential Chiang Mai sights and your guide unveils a 700 year old narrative.

The various temples and palaces are not museum pieces. Each is alive, home to red robed monks or the flickering chorus of recited prayers. Take your tour's final stop at Wat Phrathat on Doi Suthep Mountain, built in 1383 and standing proud above the city. Climb the 309 steps and savor the view, Chiang Mai and the forest clad mountains rolling into the distance. Admire the murals and photograph the pagodas. Throughout it all, there's an almost overbearing sense of spirituality, led by the wandering monks and confirmed by the floating incense smells. Descend to the city and enjoy your own palace, the stunning Chedi Chiang Mai your hotel in this city of riches.

Chiang Mai - Organic Thai Cooking Experience

Thai food is lauded around the world, a delicate fusion of flavors and textures exciting almost every palate. Today's intimate cooking experience helps reveal the secrets to its brilliance, the lesson starting at the local Ruamchook Market. A renowned local chef reveals the different ingredients and fragrances on offer, helping you to fill the shopping bag with freshness. The chef's own organic garden is a hive of aromas and herbs, perfect for chopping some of the secret ingredients for your authentic Thai curry. A very hands-on cooking lesson follows and the chef helps you to craft a sumptuous meal from the raw ingredients. Sit down and allow the flavors to melt in your mouth, and don't forget to share a few of your own culinary secrets; while Thai cuisine is undeniably distinctive, all chefs are open to fresh ideas and tastes. Return to the hotel by mid afternoon and the rest of the day is free to enjoy Chiang Mai.

Yangon - Landing in Yangon and First Impressions of Myanmar

Your Myanmar experience begins in Yangon, a charming capital of wide boulevards, fertile parks, and shimmering lakes. You'll fly to Yangon via Bangkok and a luxury chauffeur is waiting to transfer you to the delightful Governor's Residence hotel. The late afternoon and evening is free to discover a city with a sleepy provincial atmosphere. Crumbling colonial mansions stand beside pagodas laced in gold, shrines imbue an omnipresent mystique, people congregate to drink cups of sweet milky tea, and alluring streets are coated in a vivid blanket of colors and sounds. Blending calmness with vitality, Yangon is the perfect introduction to the inimitability of Myanmar.

Yangon - The Atmospheric Highlights of Yangon

Ignore Yangon's status as capital city. Ignore the fact that it's home to over four million people. Yangon is indelibly serene and filled with a charming small town atmosphere. Today's city tour reveals the highlights, although a continual highlight of this experience is simply exploring the streets and observing the locals. Rickshaws peddle through wooden street markets, locals file into magnificent pagodas, and a faded colonial elegance merges with enigmatic spirituality. Stop at the 2,500 year old Sole Pagoda, do some people watching at Mahabandoola Park, see a 70 meter reclining Buddha, and discover the ancient artifacts housed in the National Museum. After a local lunch continue to the buzzing stalls of Bogyoke Market and into the Indian Quarter. Completing the city tour is the Shwedagon Pagoda, an exemplar of Yangon's mix of architectural brilliance and humble ambience.

Bagan - The Evocative Ancient Temples of Bagan

Thousands of temples rise evocatively across Bagan, memories of an ancient kingdom filling a luxuriantly green valley. Approximately 2,200 temples can be found here, less than half of what originally stood with pride. An early morning flight takes you to this historic old town, your plane landing just as the mist has risen above from the verdant valley. Of course you'll visit the famous sites, like the sandstone decorations of the 46 meter high Htilominlo pagoda, the glazed terra cotta tiles of the Mingalazedi pagoda, or the astounding brickwork of the Dhammayangyi pagoda. But just gaze into the distance and crumbling temples fill your vision, hundreds of them visible with a single glance, especially when you're enjoying the sunset from one of the most scenic spots in Bagan. After a full day touring the pagodas you'll return to the charming Auereum Palace and your Lotus Villa in the evening.

Bagan - The Sacred Views of Mount Popa

Wake up and open the curtains. The temples of Bagan stand in their resplendent glory, one of Asia's finest sights available from the privacy of your Lotus Villa. Today you ascend above Bagan for even greater views. Rising 1,518 meters above Bagan, sacred Mount Popa holds many secrets to the kingdom's history. Visit the Tuang Kalat temple and gaze upon the 37 spirits detailed along its base. On a clear day the temples of Bagan are clearly visible from up here, and on a misty day it's still wonderfully hypnotic. After lunch you return to Bagan via Salay, an important religious center that's home to the Yoke-Sone-Kyaung, a World Heritage Site. One look at the spectacular wood carvings and it's easy to see why UNESCO was impressed. Return to Bagan by late afternoon and keep enjoying that view from your villa.

Mandalay - Discovering the Delights of Mandalay

Mandalay's treasures are not hard to find. After an early morning flight brings you to this absorbing city, glance up at Mandalay Hill and you'll spot dozens of religious and cultural relics. It's 230 meters to the summit and, like always, you've got an experienced local guide and driver providing the narrative en route. This itinerary uses local city guides throughout, ensuring you always get an intimate and personalized perspective at each destination. Peer down on Mandalay and begin a route through the famous sights; the teak carvings in the Golden Palace Monastery, the world's largest book at the Kuthodaw pagoda, the exultant spirituality of Maha Muni pagoda, and the enchantment of Mandalay itself as you return to street level. Tonight is spent in the sumptuous Red Canal Resort.

Mandalay - The Enchanting Ancient Capitals of Myanmar

Surrounding Mandalay are three former capitals, each bursting with distinctive character. Start your day in Amarpura, imbued with an 18th century charm and home to Myanmar largest monastery. There's a quaint atmosphere to the streets and your footsteps continue past religious relics until they cross the world's longest teak bridge. Gaze upon the picturesque Sapaing Hill and shake your head in disbelief at the sheer abundance of pagodas and monasteries, every single one of them painted in radiant white. Red monk robes provide the color contrast in the ancient capital of Sapaing before your journey continues onwards to Ava, where a horse drawn carriage takes you to the wooden Bagaya Monastery and the Royal Palace. Every turn brings aesthetic delight, from fragmented monastery remains to the recently restored luminosity of a shimmering pagoda. You'll return to Mandalay by late afternoon.

Inle Lake - Tribal Villages and Serenity at Inle Lake

Myanmar runs at a gentle pace, the rhythm of life a far flung change from the pressures and speed of the West. Perhaps this tranquil tempo is epitomized by Inle Lake, where even the markets have an indelible serenity. After the flight to Heho it's a picturesque one hour drive to Inle, then it's time to travel in the most traditional of styles. Unique leg-rowers take you across the lake, their bizarre rowing style requiring astonishing balance and years of practice. Cruise through the floating gardens, contrasting colors mingling with the sapphire lake blue, then traverse the floating market and admire the canoes laden with fresh fruits and resounding vendors.

After lunch on the shore you explore the other side of the lake, starting the journey at the Pa O tribal village. Wide smiles and energetic faces welcome you to this hidden part of the world. And that could be said about any day you spend in Myanmar. The country has only recently opened to tourism and you get the benefit of experiencing a country at its untamed and unchanged best. Sharing a greeting with the locals is a huge part of the experience and always provides a longstanding memory. After the hellos in Pa O you take a small path up to the Indein pagoda complex. You'll discover hundreds of pagodas, most of them hidden under vegetation and standing in provocative states of ruin. Take in the jaw-dropping view over the valley and then transfer to your Inle Princess Resort for more dazzling lake views.

Inle Lake - The Remarkable Buddhas of the Pindaya Caves

Imagine a cave filled with a dozen Buddha statues, each different in size and appearance. Now imagine a cave with 1,000 distinct Buddha statues. How about 8,000? That's the number that fills the gaping caverns of the Pindaya Caves, each of the Buddhas standing against the limestone walls and brought by a Buddhist pilgrim. There's an eerie mystique to this famous Buddhist pilgrimage site, the three caves littered with Buddha images and a growing collection of these statues. See if you can spot the Buddhas that have been standing guard here for some 250 years. Don't worry if you don't. As always, an expert local guide completes the gap in the narrative. Wander through the tranquil Pindaya town and spend an hour visiting a Shan umbrella and mulberry paper factory. You'll return to Inle by late afternoon, your lakeside base one and a half hours from Pindaya.

Inle Lake - The Rugged Mountain Brilliance of Kalaw

Myanmar is off the main tourist radar and every stop on this itinerary has a heartwarming authenticity. Even when you're exploring one of the country's most famous sites there's probably less than a handful of other tourists around. For your final full day you head deep into the rugged mountains, winding past bamboo lacquered Buddha images and into one of the country's most undiscovered regions. Trekking routes head out all around Kalaw, each of them delivering magnificent panoramas of a landscape unadulterated by modern influence. Take a short guided hike and keep pressing the camera shutter before your guide reveals the highlights of Kalaw town. Different hill tribes mingle at the local market, with the flurry of sounds and colors a sharp contrast to the absolute serenity of the King Church and colonial built streets. With views extending in every direction you descend back to Inle, the thick green valleys likely to remain in your memory for decades to come.

Inle Lake - Farewell to Myanmar

After two weeks of continual highlights you say goodbye to South East Asia and bid farewell to the mesmeric beauty of Myanmar. Today is at your leisure until you're transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Trip Highlights

• Spend four days absorbed in the vibrant cultural highlights of Thailand, including charming mountain temples, resonant local markets, and a compelling blend of the old and the new
• Learn the sensual secrets of Thai cuisine with an organic cooking lesson in Chiang Ma
• Look on in amazement at the 2,200 temples of Bagan, this mesmeric ancient capital offering continual doses of enchantment and mystique
• Discover the atmospheric wonders of Yangon with two days of magical city experiences and soaking up the local ambience
• Experience Myanmar's rich collection of historic temples and monuments, including the sacred temples of Mount Popa, the 8,000 Buddhas in the Pindaya Caves, and the quaint delights of three ancient capitals
• Discover hypnotic Mandalay then spend three days of serene bliss at Inle Lake, with gorgeous mountain views omnipresent throughout
• Enjoy some of the region's finest hotels, each harmoniously reflecting the destination and coming with elegant views over the wonderment
• Providing the historic narrative throughout are expert local guides, each ensuring you're able to garner an understanding to accompany the spirituality and architectural brilliance

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Myanmar and Thailand are coated in mystique, their historic wonders imbued with rich spirituality and a compelling atmosphere. This handcrafted two week itinerary journeys to their cultural heart, handpicking the destinations that hypnotically unveil the magic of a whole region. Green valleys clad with temple ruins, ancient capitals untouched for centuries, gold gilded pagodas only just made accessible to tourists, ebullient markets that elevate the senses; this itinerary provides a stunning immersion in both the renowned sights and local experiences. Domestic flights effortlessly connect the destinations and a handpicked selection of expert guides provides the narrative to accompany the architectural brilliance. Each day bursts with highlights and distinct memories, with the ubiquitous smiles of the locals adding an additional blanket of enchantment.

The first four days are spent in the Land of Smiles, Thailand. Arrive in Bangkok and soak up its compelling contrasts: charming markets beside gleaming skyscrapers, elegant canal cruises followed by ancient tea shops, tuk-tuk rides and spectacular palaces. Fly north to Chiang Mai, the country's cultural heart immediately impressing with old city walls and 14th century temples. Soak up the spirituality and then feed the senses further with an organic Thai cooking lesson. Yangon is your first stop in Myanmar, the ambient capital epitomizing the laid-back style and welcoming ambience of a nation. Expect crumbling colonial remains, resplendent pagodas, colorful characters filling open-air markets, and this is just within an hour of landing. The next two days ensure you explore all the charms and renowned architectural wonders of this delightful city.

Myanmar continually offers surprise and astonishment. Take your next stop, Bagan, where an exuberantly green valley is covered in the remains of 2,200 temples and pagodas, some of them reaching over 45 meters into the blue sky. Spirit filled Mount Popa, your day trip destination on day eight, is equally bewildering. By day nine you've reached historic Mandalay, home to its own myriad of fascinating cultural treasures and transcendently beautiful sites. Ancient kingdom capitals surround the city and day ten takes you to three of the finest historical towns anywhere in Asia. For your final few days you're deep in the picturesque delights of Inle Lake. Visit hill tribes, hike along majestic trails, canoe through floating markets and gardens, and visit the 8,000 plus Buddha statues that fill the Pindaya Caves. But this, like the rest of this description, is just a snapshot. Check out the detailed itinerary for more detail about the unique experiences and captivating memories of this once in a lifetime vacation. 

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Bangkok to Myanmar - 14 Days

Tour code: tm-14d13n-1.

Experience the captivating allure of Thailand and Myanmar with this innovative and intimate journey into the mystique. Evocative religious relics stand proud in jaw-dropping green valleys, ancient kingdom capitals remain untouched by modernity, and iconic impressions of undiscovered Southeast Asia fill this itinerary. With six days in Thailand and seven days in Myanmar, this holiday unveils the dazzling highlights and unknown gems of two achingly authentic countries.

Start ~ Bangkok, Thailand Finish ~ Yangon, Myanmar Physical rating: 2 out of 5

The Itinerary

On arrival at Bangkok Airport, you will be welcomed to Thailand by EMH tours’ representative and then transferred to the hotel to check in and relax for the rest of the day.

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals: Meal is not included on this day.

Morning tour of Bangkok:  After breakfast you will be taken on a tour of the city. Walk through the morning flower markets to explore real Thai lifestyle. Then board a long-tailed boat to Thonburi, in the west of Bangkok, situated on the right side of the Chao Phraya River. Its many canals had originally given Bangkok the name “Venice of the East.” Passing along the canals in the boat gives you a first-hand impression of the scenic life along Bangkok‘s waterways. You will also visit the majestic Royal Barges and the Temple of Dawn. Return to the hotel to make your own arrangements for lunch.

Afternoon tour to the Grand Palace & Wat Pho:  This afternoon you will be collected from your hotel for a tour which includes three of the most unusual Buddhist temples in Bangkok: Wat Traimit with its invaluable Golden Buddha (5 ½ tons of solid gold); Wat Pho, the largest temple in Bangkok, with the colossal Reclining Buddha and the Chedis of the Kings, and the Grand Palace which is one of the most beautiful examples of ancient Siamese architecture and has been the residence of the Kings of Thailand for over two centuries. Here you will see palaces which were used for different occasions: the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House and the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple.

Meals: Breakfast

Morning tour to the Floating Market: After an early breakfast set off for the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market which is situated 70 miles west of Bangkok and is a very attractive place for visitors to see the old style and traditional way of selling and buying fruits & vegetables from small boats. You will also see traditional Thai houses as well as see how the way the people here live and travel by boats. The tour includes a visit to Nakorn Pathom, site of the highest Chedi in Thailand called “Phra Patom Chedi” which is the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia.

Afternoon free: This afternoon you are free to relax or to make the most of Bangkok’s excellent shopping opportunities.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to the airport for a flight to Chiang Mai. The flight time is approximately 1½ hours. On arrival in Chiang Mai, you will be welcomed to Chiang Mai and then transferred to the hotel to check in. The remainder of the day is at leisure to relax at your hotel, or explore the local area independently.

The tour begins with early morning pickup from your hotel in Chiang Mai and travels north-east to the province of Chiang Rai. Enjoy a quick stop at Mae Kajan, a bubbling hot spring where you can soak your feet and relax before the day of sightseeing ahead.

Continue onto the White Temple, also known as Wat Rong Khun, an impressive feat of intricate architecture depicting a gleaming white vision of heaven. The temple was inspired by the theme of angels and life after death, and the pool surrounding the building depicts the small river between earth and heaven.

After the temple, enjoy a traditional lunch served at a local Thai restaurant. Following lunch, visit the Black House Museum, known by the locals as Baan Dam Museum, owned by Thawan Duchanee, a well-known Thai artist. Discover this mysterious place that holds over 10,000 items of fascinating wood crafts, silverware, and antiques, collected from Thailand and the rest of the world.

Finally, visit the Choui Fong Tea Plantation, famous for its high quality traditional teas cultivated in the agricultural center of Thailand. From the top of a nearby hill, admire the stunning view across the tea fields and soak up the glorious countryside atmosphere before returning to the city.

This half-day package to KANTA ELEPHANT SANCTUARY offers visitors an enjoyable opportunity to spend quality time with elephants in their natural home, as well as gain an insight into their history and behavior, and create cherished lifelong memories of their time spent with these amazing animals with friendly, happy elephants in a safe and sustainable environment.

On the morning of your visit, you will be picked up from your hotel and will drive for approximately 50 Mins through scenic agricultural areas before arriving at the Sanctuary. Learn a little about the elephants, before changing into our uniform.

After being allocated bananas and sugar cane to feed to the elephants, you will walk with your guide through the Sanctuary, where you will find free-roaming elephants and hear their individual stories. You can touch, feed, photograph, and interact with the elephants at your leisure while you learn about their lifestyle and behaviors. After you have met all the elephants, observe elephant get muddy for a healthy cosmetic mud treatment to their skin. Next, you will walk with the elephants to a nearby river, observe them while they wade through, play in the water, swim and you have chance to join them in the water.

Once the elephants are clean, you can take some final photos with them, and then it will be time to part ways with your new friends and change into some dry clothes. Finally, eat some seasonal fresh fruit, before enjoying once again the impressive rural scenery as you drive back to Chiang Mai.

Breakfast and free time until time to go to Chiang Mai airport for your flight to Mandalay, Myanmar.  You will then be transferred to the Airport according to your flight departure time. Please note, this international flight is NOT included.

When you arrive in Mandalay airport, you’ll be welcomed to Myanmar at the airport by your tour guide and your EMH – Enjoy Myanmar Holiday’s transfer team.  We then transfer you to the hotel.  The remainder of the day is at leisure.

After breakfast at hotel, we will set off to explore Mandalay city. This city is famous for being the old royal capital of Myanmar.

The highlights of the tour are:

• Shwenandaw Monastery, an ornate building made completely out of teak, and learn about Buddhist myths from your guide as admire the delicate and ornate carvings on its walls and roofs;
• Kuthodaw Pagoda, with 729 shrines that each has a single marble slab containing a Buddhist teaching;
• Royal Palace, filled with ancient artifacts and life-sized statues of King Mindon Min and King Thibaw Min;
• a “must visit in Mandalay” Mahamuni Buddha Temple, famous for its life like Buddha image;
• Tatkyi village; where an economy of the whole village is based on making clay potteries such as teapots, tea cups, platters, flower vases and much more. You can learn, experience and partake in the process of potteries such as wheel throwing, handbuilding, trimming, decorating and more;
• Finally, drive to promenade U Bein teak bridge, the world’s longest teak structure at 1.2 km / 3.4 miles long, for a magical sunset view before you get dropped off back at your hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a private minibus or car to drive to Bagan. Along the way, you can witness the true local life of Myanmar. The driving time is around 4 hours. On arrival, we’ll check-in the hotel. After having a short relaxing time, we’ll drive to a local restaurant for lunch.

Next, we will start sightseeing described as below:

• Ananda Temple (the architectural masterpiece of a millennium)
• Hti-Lo-Min-Lo Temple (a double-storied building with artistic stucco works)
• Shwe-Zi-Gon Pagoda (considered a prototype of all future such temples)

If time allows, we will visit more places of this UNESCO world heritage site.

Today is your free day at leisure in Bagan.

Suggestions for your free time:

You can take a half day trip to Mt. Popa, the core of an extinct volcano lasted active 25,000 years ago; also known as the ‘Mt Olympus’ of Myanmar, the abode of Myanmar’s most powerful Nats (Spiritual beings) and the most important Nat Worship Centre. On the way to Mount Popa, stop to see skilful toddy-palm climber collecting the wine on top of the tree, toddy palm juice & palm sugar (jaggery) making cottage.

For your afternoon free time, you can rent an e-bike and ride around the town to explore more of Bagan’s temples and to witness the true local life. For the sunset time, you can take a boat to enjoy sunset along the mighty Irrawaddy river.

After breakfast at the hotel, take a short flight to Heho.

On arrival, proceed to Pindaya by car. This drive will give you delightful sceneries of hill station by passing through picturesque landscapes. Huge Banyan Trees near Pindaya caves are also well known for photo stop.

Then visit PINDAYA CAVES where one can enjoy countless number of Buddha images from the late 18 centuries. Well known for its beautiful stalactites and stalagmites.

Next stop are Traditional cottage industry of UMBRELLA MAKING and Pone Ta Lote Lake. Then drive to the hotel for check-in.

Looking down over the lake from the Taunggyi road, Inle lies in an enormous carpet of greenery. Dotted around the lake are the stilt-house villages and floating gardens of the Intha tribe. The Intha technique of leg rowing – where one leg is wrapped around the paddle to drive the blade through the water in a snake-like motion – is unique.

With our Inle Lake boat tour, you will experience a unique way of life that has lived on through generations, whilst exploring the culturally significant surrounds that form part of this beautiful region of Myanmar.  You will be provided with a life jacket and easy seat for each person on the boat.

Inle lake sightseeing will be filled with visits to:

• Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the most important symbol of religion of Shan State
• Nga Phe Chaung Monastery, attractive wooden monastery
• Floating Villages (Innpaw Khone, Pouk Par, Ywa Ma, Khar Taw)

A visit to these sights provides deep insight into how the people on the lake make their livings, you can enjoy Unique One Leg rowing fisherman, Lotus and silk weaving, boat making and cheroot making.

• After lunch proceed to Indein. And take a short trek to Indein Pagoda. On the way, you can enjoy the serene atmosphere as you wander through artfully scattered 8th century Pagodas in ruins covered by trees and bushes.
• Then observe Intha tribes Village lives and enjoy the local market along the shore.

Finally, we will return to the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport to take flight to Yangon. The flight time is around an hour and 30 minutes. On arrival, we’ll drive to the hotel to check in. After taking a short relaxing time at the hotel,

• start sightseeing by walking around the city centre to enjoy the city being busy with the sellers on the street and also the pedestrians and Colonial Style buildings.

The whole day is the brief tour to famous Landmarks,

• KaRaWeik Hall & Royal Lake for Photo stop
• Explore BoGyoke Market (aka) Scott Market, which is the best place for shopping in the country.
• Enjoy sunset at ShweDaGon Pagoda, one of the spectacular monuments of Myanmar

Breakfast and free time until time to go to the airport for departure flight.  Then, transfer you to the Yangon International Airport three hours prior according to your flight departure time.

What’s Included in Thailand:

~ 6 nights accommodation ~ enjoy daily breakfast at hotels ~ flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai ~ professional English speaking tour guides ~ tours and programs as described ~ sightseeing tours by air-conditioned private vehicles ~ entrance fees for mentioned visits ~ return airport transfers ~ enjoy exploring Thailand as per itinerary

What’s Included in Myanmar:

~ 7 nights accommodation ~ enjoy daily breakfast at hotels ~ 2 internal flights ~ professional English speaking tour guides ~ sightseeing tours by air-conditioned private vehicles ~ air-conditioned private vehicle for a transfer from Mandalay to Bagan ~ private boat to explore the InLe Lake ~ return airport transfers ~ enjoy exploring Myanmar as per itinerary

What’s NOT Included in Thailand:

~ Visa fee ~ Meals not specified in the “Inclusions” section ~ Personal insurance and other personal expense

What’s NOT Included in Myanmar:

~ Visa fee ~ Entrance Fees, approx. AUD $75 per person for an entire trip ~ Meals not specified in the “Inclusions” section ~ Personal insurance and other personal expense

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Thailand & Myanmar Overland Trip

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• Culture & Heritage

Day 1 - 7: Bangkok - Chiang Mai - Chiang Khong

• Arrive in Bangkok. Visit the city’s attractions: Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, etc.
• Transfer to Chiang Mai. Explore Chiang Mai’s highlights. Join a cooking class.
• Head to Chiang Khong to discover Mae Ka Chan Hot Spring, White Temple, etc.

Day 8 - 11: Chiang Khong - Kyaing Tong

• Embark on a jeep journey and trek to the Maha Myat Muni Pagoda, Loi Mwe and ethnic minority communities at Thailand – Myanmar border.

Day 12 - 17: Heho - Bagan

• Fly to Heho and drive to Pindaya, explore 8,000 Buddha statues in Pindaya Cave. Sail on Inle Lake.
• Fly to Bagan. Discover its ancient temples. Go on a balloon ride.

Day 18 - 23: Mandalay - Yangon

• Take a boat trip to sightsee Mandalay. Visit Mingun Pagoda Complex, Mahamuni Pagoda, U Bein Bridge, etc.
• Transfer to Yangon. Tour around the city on a local train.
• Board the departure flight from Yangon.

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This Thailand and Myanmar tour is a journey which will give you the authentic experiences about life in these beautiful countries! Start in Bangkok with visits to its most impressive sites. Enjoy the astonishing scenery of Kanchanaburi and ride a train along the famous Death Railway. In Chiang Mai, explore the most important temple in the city – Doi Suthep and other striking temples and pagodas. Go on a day trip to Doi Inthanon National Park, renowned for its picturesque landscape and amazing nature trails. Travel to Mandalay and see the gigantic Mingun Bell and the unfinished MingunPaya. Visit Bagan, where you will embark on an incredible temple tour. Experience life in floating villages the scenic and tranquil Inle Lake. Enjoy the magnificent juxtaposition of ola colonial buildings and gorgeous religious sites in Yangon.

Day 1 : Bangkok Arrival

Sawadika! Welcome to Bangkok, Thailand

A warm greeting awaits at Suvarnabhumi International Airport ; your private guide and driver will meet you in the arrivals lounge and transfer you to your hotel in Bangkok. While every effort is made to have your room available upon arrival, check-in time is at 02:00 pm ; your room may or may not be ready before this time. Your tour guide will provide additional details regarding your stay, and you will be able to ask any questions you may have.

This evening with our guide followed by a  welcome dinner  at a famous restaurant

Overnight in Bangkok. Meals: (_/_/D)

Day 2 : Bangkok Ayutthaya Day Tour

After breakfast at the hotel, we’ll drive north to Ayutthaya .

Our first visit will be to Wat Phu Khao Thong , originally built in 1387 by the second king of the Ayothaya kingdom, an impressive monument in the North-western part of Ayutthaya. When the Burmese took over Ayutthaya in 1569, the Burmese king built a Mon-style chedi (or pyramid) on top of the former temple to celebrate his victory over Ayutthaya and the Siamese.

Continue to the Ayutthaya Historical Park and visit the ancient palace ground. Wat Phra Sri Sanphet , once a royal temple lying beside the Grand Palace , was once the most significant temple during the Ayutthaya period. Adjacent to Wat Phra Sri Sanphet is Viharn Phra Mongkolbopit , an impressive building that houses a large seated bronze Buddha image. Its rebuilt pristine hall was believed to be a replica of the old Assembly Hall of Ayutthaya .

After a delicious Thai lunch, we’ll move on to Wat Lokaya Sutha to see the largest reclining Buddha of Ayutthaya at 8 meters high and 42 meters long. The Buddha image was made of brick and covered with plaster.

We will continue to Wat Mahathat , a classic temple ruins of Ayutthaya and famous for the picturesque Buddha head engulfed by the Bodhi tree roots. The foundation size, remaining prangs, and towers attest to the significance during its time.

Late in the afternoon, we’ll take a ride back to Bangkok and check in the hotel for the night.

Overnight in Bangkok. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 3 : Bangkok Half Day Tour – Fly To Chiang Mai

After breakfast, we will visit the Grand Palace . Probably the most visited and remembered landmark of Thailand, the Grand Palace in Bangkok is where every visitor must pay a visit at least once in their lifetime.  The Grand Palace served as a significant royal residence until 1925 and is now used for ceremonial purposes only.

Explore the Coronation Hall, Funeral Hall, and the famous Emerald Buddha .

Our trip will continue with a long-tail boat ride along the canal to see Thai houses and typical rural life as well as a visit to the Temple of Dawn .

Enjoy lunch before heading to Bangkok Airport for an afternoon flight to Chiang Mai .

Upon arrival, our private car and tour guide will pick us up and transfer to the hotel in center Chiang Mai.

Overnight in Chiang Mai. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 4 : Chiang Mai City Tour

After breakfast, spend a full day enjoying the  Chiang Mai city tour. The tour includes Wat Pra Singh , which is one of over 200 ancient Buddhist temples located around the city, one of the most well-regarded examples of Lanna architecture; and Wat Chedi Luang – The temple is the within site of an enormous pagoda, originally 280 feet high, and which was partially destroyed by an earthquake in 1545. At one time, Wat Chedi Luang housed the revered Emerald Buddha image now enshrined in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Kaeo .

Day 5 : Chiang Mai – Day Trip to Elephant Nature Park

Today we will enjoy a full day visit to Elephant Nature Park ; a natural home and sanctuary for elephants, buffalos, dogs, cats, birds, and many other rescued animals .

Our visit will start with a picturesque drive through the rural countryside to Elephant Nature Park. We will hear the personal stories of rescued and orphaned elephants . See how they became a proud herd and free from abuse for the first time in their lives.

Many will find their visit to Elephant Nature Park rewarding and very relaxing. Observe free roaming elephants (no riding), and other rescued animals enjoying the natural surroundings of our sanctuary.

Our visit helps support the regional projects and offers an invaluable opportunity of helping elephant conservation.

Day 6 : Chiang Mai – Half Day Cooking Class (Joined Group)

Today we will learn to cook some of the most famous Thai dishes at Asia Scenic – one of the best cooking schools in Chiang Mai.

After we select the menus we want to cook, we’ll get started with a local market tour to select the freshest and best ingredients for our menu.

Enjoy the guidance of the chef and prepare our own meal, then evaluate ourselves by having what we have cooked for lunch!

The afternoon will be free for our own leisure.

Day 7 : Chiang Mai – Golden Triangle – Chiang Khong

Leave Chiang Mai in the morning and drive due North towards  Chiang Rai .

On the way, make a stop at Mae Ka Chan Hot spring for break time, Then drive more than one hour to visit White Temple or Wat Rong Khun , The artist Chalermchai Kositpipat also created the mural paintings at the Buddha Prateep Temple in London.

Afterward, visit the world-famous Wat Phra Kaew where the Emerald Buddha image was once enshrined. Move on to Wat Phra Singha where one of Thailand’s most beautiful Buddha images is now enshrined. Next visit the statue of King Mengrai , who was the builder of Chiang Rai City, then a short drive from Chiang Rai City to Black House. Baan Dam (Black House) is the unique creation of national artist, Thawan Duchanee . Part art studio, part museum, part home, Baan Dam is an eclectic mix of traditional northern Thai buildings interspersed with some outlandish modern designs.

Drive around 1h30m to Chiang Khong

Overnight in Chiang Khong. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 8 : Chiang Khong – Cross border to Tachileik (Myanmar) – Drive to Kyaing

Free at leisure until our private car picks up from the hotel and transfers to Thailand – Myanmar border (around 2 hours), cross the Chiang Khong border to Tachileik – Myanmar.

Our private car and tour guide in Myanmar will wait for us in Myanmar custom and drive to Kyaing Tong (around 3 hours).

Overnight in Kyaing Tong. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 9 : Kyaing Tong – Surroundings To Tribe Villages

After breakfast visit Kengtung’s local market . This daily market is visited by villagers from the surrounding area who come to sell their products and barter for goods .  Visiting the market, we will see minority hill tribes in their traditional dresses .

Then depart by road to Pin Tauk village , the starting point of today’s trek.  Set off on foot, trekking 45 minutes to 1 hour to the Akha minority village of Hwe Lon . Spend some time in the village and interacting with the locals to discover more about their unique customs and daily lifestyle.

After a picnic lunch , resume trekking to an Ann Village perched on the slopes of a hill (approximately 30 minutes).  The Ann minority is known for its traditional black dress and blackened teeth .  After walking around the village, stop at Lone Tree Hill for panoramic views of the city and continue to Kengtung.

Overnight in Kengtung. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 10 : Kyaing Tong – Hokyin Surroundings

This morning after breakfast drive in the direction of Mong La . The drive follows a good road with gorgeous views of mountains dotted with tribal villages . After around 2 hours (40 km), we’ll arrive at the start point of the trekking trail .

The first hour of the trek features rolling, hilly terrain but mostly 20 to 30-degree slope. In the middle of this natural landscape, we will suddenly arrive at a breathtaking beautiful wooden monastery , which is thought to be more than 300 years old. There are wood carvings on the doors and paintings on both the interior and exterior walls. Inside the Buddha room, there are paintings of Jakata stories, ancient Buddha images, and other impressive religious figures and furniture.

Continue on foot a short way to Wan Nat , a unique village whose inhabitants are Loi people living in longhouses. Spend time walking around the village to learn about the way of life, culture, and traditions of the Loi.

If we wish, continue hiking one more hour along a flatter, easier trail to another Loi village . Wang Seng is rarely visited by tourists and features an impressive and even larger monastery. A lunch box will be served along the way.

After our visits, return along the trekking trail to your car and drive back to Kengtung , arriving in the late afternoon. Freshen up at the hotel and then head out to a local restaurant for own dinner.

Day 11 : Excursion Loimwe

After breakfast, drive to Loimwe (appr. 2 hours drive), an old colonial town with different colorful tribes which passes through forests, terraced rice fields, and a lake .

Lunch on the way, we will have several stops to visit different villages. Wan Lun Shan village , walk and explore the native village life; the Ho Lup Akha village where we can see the traditional Akha tribes and the Naung Cho Wa tribe , in former times headhunters. Late afternoon come back to Kyaing Tong

Day 12 : Kyaing Tong – Fly To Heho – Drive To Pindaya – Visit Famous Cave

Breakfast at hotel and check out. Transfer from hotel to Kyaing Tong airport for the flight to Heho .

Once arrival, our guide awaits to transfer us to Pindaya , which is noted for its extensive limestone caves filled with Buddha images. Upon arrival, we will be visiting to the Pindaya Caves which houses thousands of Buddha Images of various sizes placed there by pilgrims over the centuries and endless fields of dry cultivates mountain rice and potato .  We can explore the district for famous traditional paper and its umbrella making home base cottage industry.

Overnight in Pindaya. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 13 : Pindaya – Inle Lake Sightseeing

After breakfast, we take a 2-hours drive to Inle Lake that descends through the valley with views of the Shan mountains and rice paddy fields . Drive up the hills to Ayethayar winery where German winemakers have been perfecting Myanmar’s premier winery produce for nearly 20 years. Take a walk around the vineyard with local specialists and taste the wines. Enjoy lunch with sweeping views over rolling vine rows and Inle Lake valley extending below.

After checking into the hotel, we embark on explorations of Inle Lake , populated with floating islands and gardens made from the naturally tangled roots of water hyacinth plants and reeds. Delight in the picturesque sights of fishermen who balance and row with one leg , a technique indigenous to the Inn Thar minority group who do this only on Inle Lake.

Overnight at Inle Lake/ Nyaung Shwe . Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 14 : Inle Lake – Indein – Pao Village

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the  floating market which is a 5 days rotation market most fascinating to watch the daily life of the minorities and their activities.

Continue our excursion by motorized boat to Indein pagoda complex , in the south-west of the lake. The boat leaves the lake and enters a narrow canal with a beautiful natural environment to continue to a small Pa O tribe village . From the village, follow an old covered path to a 13th-century monastery and the very impressive ruins of hundreds of ancient pagodas , some hidden in the vegetation. The main stupa-area on the top of the hill offers breathtaking views over the surrounding mountains and down to the valley and the lake in the far distance.

Return to the hotel.

Day 15 : Inle Lake – Heho – Fly To Bagan

A short flight from Heho Airport to the ancient capital of Bagan (Nyaung Oo) . Thousands of ancient stupas and temples in this area make Bagan, one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Asia. From the 11 th till the 13 th century, when Bagan was the capital of Myanmar, the rulers of constructed huge stupas and temples, many of which are still standing today on the banks of the Irrawaddy River .

Once arrival, a private car with tour guide pick up from Nyaung U airport and transfer to hotel in Bagan

Overnight in Bagan. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 16 : Bagan Temple Plains

Over the five centuries of the Bagan empire more than 4000 brick temples, pagodas, and monasteries were constructed on a dry plateau by the Irrawaddy River . Despite wars and earthquakes much of this wonder and world heritage has survived to modern-day and is now open for visits. ( Climbing up to temples terraces is no more permitted to prevent erosion )

Get ready for an inspiring experience with this Bagan full-day tour. Join with a local guide to explore the best of Bagan’s history, culture, and landscapes.  We start with an exploration of thousand years old Shwezigon Stupa purported to contain a holy tooth relic of Buddha and a “Nat” spirit shrine. Next, we continue to Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple to marvel at the best-preserved mural paintings in Bagan and visit the largest market of Bagan in Nyaung Oo .

In old Bagan, we visit the most beautiful temple of all – Ananda , with symmetric four standing Buddha images inside. We cap the day with a horse or bullock carriage ride to witness a magical sunset (weather permitting) behind the temples stopping by one of the most impressive temples of Bagan, the Dhammayangyi  is known for its fine brickwork and legend of the evil king.

Day 17 : Bagan Local Life & Sunset Boat Trip

Another exciting day exploring Bagan.

Today we venture off the beaten trails on backroads to explore the lesser-known and hidden temples and villages of Bagan, tucked away from the crowds and tour busses. Experience the  typical village life of central Myanmar and meet the locals . Bagan’s temple groups and villages are connected by a network of small unpaved trails and paths perfect for cycling and e-biking explorations.

On a school day, we can stop by a monastic school where underprivileged children get free education and are always keen to practice English skills with visitors. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch as a guest of a local family and continue a ride to the monastery where we can meet Buddhist monk(s) and learn about the devotee’s daily routine and monastic life . This is the perfect place to have a short meditation practice if you wish.

After a little rest break at the hotel, we take a closer look at traditional arts and crafts of Bagan and lacquerware making , a tradition that still thrives after 1000 years.  The remarkable skill of the artisans is sure to impress.

Then we are off to Ayeryarwaddy River for a private sunset cruise where views of the temple silhouettes and bustling shore can be accompanied by cocktails onboard.

Come back to your hotel in Bagan

Day 18 : Bagan – Mandalay By Daily Boat

An early morning transfer to jetty and take the boat trip to Mandalay . There is no better chance of witnessing and enjoying the natural scenic beauty and the ways of life along the Ayeyarwady River.

Lunch will be served on the boat.

The boat will depart from Bagan at 05.30 am  and arrive to Mandalay at 17.00pm .

Upon arrival, transfer to hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Mandalay. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 19 : Mingun – Mandalay Royal Palace

After breakfast, board a boat for a 1-hour cruise across the Ayeyarwaddy River (Irrawaddy) to the rural village of Mingun to view its massive unfinished pagoda dramatically cracked in half by an earthquake in the 1800s; Mingun’s bronze bell  believed to be l argest uncracked one in the world and the beautiful Myatheindan pagoda which represents Mt. Meru and the abode of celestial beings.

Return back to Mandalay enjoying lunch

Afternoon highlight to the most significant Buddha images covered in several tons of gold leaf and the crown prize in wars between competing kingdoms; the Golden Palace Monastery , the sole surviving Royal Palace building in Mandalay, offering a glimpse of the original style and architecture of the Myanmar royals; and lastly, the Kuthodaw Pagoda , a compound housing Buddha’s teachings carved in the sacred Pali script on stone tablets and regarded the world’s largest book in terms of surface area. Time permitting, we enjoy a stroll through the lively Zegyo Market in the heart of the city to experience authentic local life.

We end our day with sunset panoramic views over the city skyline on Mandalay Hill , the highest point of the city.

Day 20 : Mandalay Ancient Capital

Venture outside the city to the Buddha land of Sagaing . This religious hub presents  education for monks at different levels. After visiting Sagaing University , we will proceed to visit Buddha cave and U Min Thonze Pagoda, Soon U Pon Nya Shin Pagoda, Tupayon temple where you can enjoy the great view of Mandalay.

This afternoon, we will travel to Ava, Amarapura to discover the Maha Aungmye Bonzan, Gabaya Monastery, Leaning Nam Myint Tower, and the nearby attractions.

Enjoy a walk over U Bein Bridge , the longest teakwood bridge in Myanmar.

Day 21 : Mandalay – Fly To Yangon

Transfer to Mandalay Airport for domestic flight back to Yangon .

Upon arrival, our private car and tour guide will pick us up from the airport for a hotel transfer. Free at leisure

Overnight in Yangon. Meals: (B/_/_)

Day 22 : Yangon City Tour

After breakfast, drive to the train station for the train ride for about 1 hour . Enjoy the authentic lifestyle of locals and take in the beautiful scenery. Then, enjoy a private tour and drive through downtown to explore the city center and its fabulous mix of architecture and sites . The streets are filled with historical buildings , many of which have a faded colonial charm not seen elsewhere in Asia.

Continue with a walking tour of the colonial street. You’ll start at the post office – a lovely historic building, pass by the Strand Hotel , the Buddhist landmarks of Sule Paya, Mahabandoola Garden and Independence Monument along the way. Stop for a photo at the Karaweik Hall royal floating barge .

Late afternoon, visit the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda of Rudyard Kipling fame and one of Myanmar’s most sacred places. The massive bell-shaped stupa is plated with gold and the tip of the stupa is set with diamonds and rubies, sapphires, and topaz – a stunning sight as the sun sets and a most fitting place to begin our trip in this “Golden Land”.

Overnight in Yangon. Meals: (B/L/_)

Day 23 : Departure Yangon

After breakfast, a fleet of microbuses and guides will be available outside the hotel for guests who would like to do some last-minute shopping or complete their cultural visit of Yangon exploring colonial downtown .

Then take the drive to Mingaladon International Airport to check in on your onward flight.

End of services. Meals: (B/_/_)

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14-Day Essenctial Tour to Myanmar and Thailand: Travel in Smiles

Go off the beaten path to explore Myanmar's best sights: Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, and Inle Lake.

Discover two cities in Thailand that embody Southeast Asia: exotic Bangkok and relaxing Phuket. Enjoy a Thai massage and relax on a sunny beach with cool water to help relieve your fatigue.

Enjoy the visual feast of your surroundings and set your mind free. You will be fully immersed in the local cultures, World Heritage religious treasures, and lifestyles.

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This 14-day natural and cultural adventure covers Myanmar's highlights and the essence of Thailand. This classic route has been defined as being fascinating by travelers. Your experienced guide will make adjustments to meet your expectations if you want to change any part of your trip.

Upon arrival, your guide and driver will greet you at the airport and drive you to your hotel. You will have the rest of the day to adjust to the jetlag or spend some leisure time wandering around your hotel.

Jump onto a train at Yangon Circular Railway for an overview of this city. This journey takes about 3 hours even though it's only for a distance of 45 kilometers. Being seated among different commuters on their way to schools, offices, and marketplaces will give you a better idea about the local people's daily lives and you will learn why Yangon is more laid-back compared with other capital cities in Southeast Asia.

A museum is the best place to learn about a city quickly so visit the National Museum of Myanmar to learn more about this city. U Thant House, the residence of the former UN Secretary-General U Thant, is a window for you to learn about his life and story.

If you want to witness how important the giant reclining Buddha is to local devotees, Chaukhtatgyi Paya is a must-see. The Shwedagon Pagoda is the holiest place for local devotees and is also the landmark of Yangon. This gilded pagoda is studded with nearly 5,000 diamonds and some gems. When the sun is setting, the pagoda glitters in the dusk. You are presented with a picturesque, sacred, and particularly soul-touching picture.

Before you go to the airport and leave for Mandalay, pay a visit to Aung San Suu Kyi's house. Under house arrest, she spent 15 years of her life at this house.

After a 35-minute flight, you will arrive in Mandalay. Your Mandalay tour starts with a visit to the Bagaya Monastery, which is home to many monks and novices, offering free education for local youths at the same time. Spend some time exploring the historical site of Sinkyone Fortress. Even though there aren't many buildings there now, you can still understand that it played an important role during the British conquest in the 19th century.

Hold your breath and be amazed by the sight of U Bein Bridge stretching its enchanting outline in the fading light of the day.

Mandalay is the second-largest city in Myanmar. The Burmese deity and ethnic identity are fully expressed in this city.

You will start the day at the Mahamuni Buddha Temple. Local devotees get up early in the morning and go there regularly for a daily face washing ceremony (this starts at 4am), with offerings that include fresh towels, flowers, and food.

A special teak monastery named Shwe Inn Pin Monastery differs from others as more than 30 monks live there. You will learn about the monks' daily lives by chatting with one of them.

Exploring Kuthodaw Pagoda before lunchtime, you will learn why it deserves the reputation of being the world's largest book.

Learn the craft of making gold leaf at a factory and show your generosity by putting gold leaf on the largest Buddha image in Mahanyatmuni Pagoda, just like the locals.

Climb up Mandalay Hill for incredible views if you still feel energetic or go back to your hotel to catch up with some rest.

(Please note: The main chamber of the Mahamuni Buddha Temple is available for male visitors only. Female visitors can watch a live video in the front foyer.)

Say goodbye to Mandalay and land in Bagan on a morning flight. After checking in at your hotel, escape from the crowded city and head towards West Pwasaw Village for a Burmese cooking class.

Learn about recipes and ingredients (mainly fish products and raw vegetables) from your friendly and experienced chef, then head up to the kitchen and cook some Burmese cuisine. Afterward, treat your palate with some homemade delicacies. Knowing that some of the cost for the cooking class is donated to support schooling and housing in the community makes your cuisine even better.

The Shwezigon Pagoda, constructed in 1060, is the antecedent of a Burmese-style pagoda. It's also the most recognized shrine in Nyaung-U.

The stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Bagan Archaeological Zone, is an ideal destination for every traveler. Adorned by the morning mist, hundreds and thousands of temples, stupas, and pagodas sprawl out solemnly and magnificently. Covering 25 square kilometers, you will visit typical sites, such as the Ananda Temple, Dhammayangyi Temple, the Mahabodhi Temple, and Dhammayangyi Temple.

Please note that an optional hot-air balloon flight is available: Take a 1-hour balloon flight over Bagan to get the best panoramic view of temples, stupas, and pagodas, which will undoubtedly become one of the most poetic and picturesque moments in your lifetime. Available reservation time: October to March, with a fixed schedule every morning. A sunset flight is available upon special request. This activity is in great demand so it's recommended to make a reservation 3 months in advance to secure your booking.

It takes about 40 minutes to get from Bagan to Heho (the airport town near Inle Lake) by flight. Inle Lake, situated at a higher altitude, greets you with its cool breeze.

Have lunch in a floating restaurant and start your journey. You may have questions about the floating houses and gardens, and how the local fishermen row their boats with one leg. As your boat cruises along the lush water and past the tranquil villages, you will learn about the ethnic cultures, traditions, and lifestyles from your knowledgeable guide. The locals collect weeds from the depths of the lake to fertilize vegetables and fruits in their farmlands. The lake is their homeland, which they build and develop from generation to generation.

Time spent at Inle Lake is never boring and a visit to a local market makes your journey even more delightful. Explore one of the village's local markets, which is held every 5 days. Busy with boats crossing the water, a bustling market, and exquisite handicrafts, you will have a better insight into how the locals trade and live.

Boating through narrow riverbanks and sneaking into a hidden path, the magnificent Indein Pagoda complex will burst into your view. Hundreds of small stupas spring out at the lakeshore and the moss-covered surfaces tell you about their historical story. There's no need to control your heartbeat from getting such a pleasant surprise; just enjoy it and commit this charming sight to memory.

It's hard to end this unforgettable Myanmar journey but exotic Bangkok awaits you. A private transfer from the airport to your hotel is provided. Settle into your hotel and relax.

Bangkok is not only the capital of Thailand but also a bustling, exotic city for travelers.

Traffic jams can't be avoided if you don't pick the right time to go out. Your local guide will transfer you to Damnoen Saduak Floating Market early in the morning to catch the best time to visit (8–10am) to avoid the tourist crowds. Take a long-tail boat down to the floating market — paddling along the canal among lots of boats, the picture-postcard images you've seen before become a reality.

After spending 1 to 2 hours at Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, you will return to Bangkok to visit three highlights: the spectacular Grand Palace, the impressive Temple of the Emerald Buddha, and the famous Jim Thompson House.

There are no activities in the morning so you can get up late or wander around your hotel before taking an afternoon flight to Phuket.

It's time to switch into vacation mode after landing in Phuket.

Sunshine, beaches, and cool water — enjoy your vacation as you wish.

Fly to Bangkok to catch your onward flight back home. Global Highlights is more than happy to be part of your unforgettable 14-day Myanmar and Thailand tour, and we hope to help you again soon.

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Price from: $3,974 (Tour code: gh-ah-9)

Seasonal information

The best time to visit Myanmar is RIGHT NOW! Whatever season you come, Myanmar presents its best with a delicately-designed journey.

Some people prefer the cool and cozy air during the cool season, which is from late September to next year's February. This is considered the peak season of Myanmar; travel costs is relatively higher than the off season, yet the greatest part is you get great weather and good chance for hot air balloon flight in Bagan.

Visiting Myanmar during summer time, March to September, is also a brilliant choice as for the cost and also, you wouldn't be troubled with big travel groups. We will pace out your journey with short breaks during the rounds of sightseeing.

As for Thailand such an all-time favorite destination, winter time is also the best time to travel yet you should be noted that some hotels will charge extra for rooms and complosary dinner during the Christmas and New Year.

People of all nationalities, except those from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), are required to obtain visa for Myanmar. You may apply for E-Visa online by yourself or we can issue you an approval letter for visa proceedure at the airport.

Approval Letter will be used for eVisa application for air entry. Take your passport and 1 passport-size photo to get your passport stamped at one of the airports of Yangon, Mandalay or Nap Pyi Taw, with no extra cost at the airport.

For more information, please take some time reading over Myanmar Visas and How to Apply for.

For Thailand, besides the countries with exemption, most nationalities are granded with a single-entry Visa-on-Arrival at some major internationall airports. Cost ranges from USD50 to USD80 per person.

General information for accommodation in Myanmar

Most hotels for foreign tourists in Myanmar were built in the late 1990's without A/C and limited choices. It is until recent years that A/C rooms and family rooms have become a standard for hotels when more and more foreign-funded hotels are being built. Hotels of Global Highlights' selection are all with A/C and rooms of at least 30㎡. To ensure a cozy stay, Global Highlights would suggest you choose hotels at a higher ranking.

Daily breakfast at hotels and a lunch for days with sightseeing are included, so are some dinners as mentioned in the itinerary. For meals that are not included, your tour guides will suggest where and what to eat.

Food in these countries is mainly rice-based and you will eat a lot of vegetables, fish, chicken and beef. If you would like to make special arrangements, such as Halal or Kosher food, or none-dairy, please inform your travel advisor at the time of inquiry. We will do our best to accommodate you.

Just a heads-up: Halal options can be very limited in Bagan and Inle Lake, and we will use common restaurants and make special orders upon your permission.

Transportation

You will have a private car in each destination; our cars are within 5 years of usage and your private drivers will be polite and drive with strong regard for safety.

Internal flights are operated by Myanmar and Thailand's national airlines.

In Myanmar, most airlines operate flights in the early morning. Although it might be a bit tiring at the beginning, good things are that the flights are fairly short, within one hour, and you get much time for activities or leisure in the next destination.

As for overland connection, please be noted that road conditions are not very delightful in Myanmar and we wouldn't put you through discomfort from city to city as the 100km distance might take up to 5 hours.

In Thailand, there are refquent flights between two major tourist cities, thus we will update the fligt information once confirmed.

Arrangements

Sightseeing, activities and accommodations that are mentioned in this tour you are looking at are just for your inspiration.

If you want to have a free afternoon upon arrival in Inle Lake, we will remove the afternoon boat trip; if you would like to have a candle-lit dinner among Bagan's temples, special arranges will be made; it is always up to you to make the trip just the right way you want.

If you are looking for experiences that are not done by others, Discovery your way, Global Highlights' motto suites you the best.

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Travel avails you with special experiences. Somehow its impact on the local community can be more beyond imagination and what Global Highlights wishes to do is lead the impact onto a good path, a path that helps the local people (not only your tour guides) boarden their outlook and the local communities develop.

Some lunches are served at local restaurants that are also training centers for former street kids. Taking baby steps one at a time, we highly appreciate you would like to be part of it (of course, we can make other arrangements if needed).

With that being said, detours to so-called factories or specialty workshops are strictly prohibited. We make sure your tour guides earn enough to support their families without squeezing commissions out of you.

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Uncover the wonders of Thailand Myanmar Laos! Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of city highlights and local life through ancient cultural experiences. Embrace the authenticity of these countries, especially with a Mekong River exploration.

Thailand: Bangkok city exploration (1 night)

Thailand:  Chiang Rai highlight with Golden Triangle (4 nights)

Thailand: Chiang Mai elephant tour & Doi Inthanon National Park visit (3 nights)

Laos: Luang Prabang tour with Kuang Si Waterfall admiration (2 nights)

Laos: Bolaven Plateau & Si Phan Don Witness (4 nights)

Laos: Vientiane highlight tour (2 nights)

Myanmar: Yangon city exploration with circular train journey (2 nights)

Myanamr: Mandalay tour & Bagan hot air balloon ride (2 nights)

Highlights of This Trip

Discover the best parts of the journey - the highlights that will make your trip truly memorable.

Explore Bangkok's rich culture, visit stunning temples like Wat Pho and Wat Arun, cruise its famous canals, and enjoy local cuisine. Bangkok offers a vibrant blend of tradition and modernity. We promise you an exciting and unforgettable experience.

Get ready for an amazing adventure with Close Encounters with Elephants at Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai! We're going to meet some incredible elephants up close and learn all about them. It's going to be a fun and educational journey!

Let's explore the mysterious Golden Triangle! This is a place with lots of secrets and interesting things. We'll go on a journey to discover and learn about its special stories and Long Neck Karen village. Join us for an exciting adventure!

This old city has so many incredible temples which record the past of Myanmar. It's a great place to visit and explore how people lived centuries ago. When you visit Bagan, it's like going back in time. People work in the fields, and carts pulled by oxen carry things on the dusty paths.

As you soar high above the ancient city of Bagan, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of thousands of pagodas, capturing the beauty and history of this remarkable place. Get ready for a thrilling journey that will leave you with memories to cherish!

This train takes you on a unique ride around Yangon, where you can see the city and its people up close. As you journey through its neighborhoods and landscapes, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Yangon, creating lasting memories along the way.

Explore the allure of Royal Capital Mandalay City, where history unfolds in every corner. Delight in cultural wonders, from ancient traditions to modern marvels. Join us on a journey through this city of timeless beauty, where the past and present seamlessly converge.

Step into the mystical realm of Mount Popa, the abode of the 37 Nat Spirits. Immerse yourself in the spiritual aura and panoramic vistas that define this sacred site. Join us on a voyage to discover the rich tapestry of tradition and the serene charm that graces Mount Popa's summit.

Dive into nature's oasis at Kuang Si Waterfall. Cool off with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear pools, surrounded by lush greenery. Experience pure bliss as you unwind in this natural paradise.

Enjoy the serenity with a Laos-style spa treatment. Let ancient traditions rejuvenate your senses as skilled therapists pamper you with soothing techniques, bringing relaxation and harmony to your body and mind.

Discover Vientiane, a peaceful city known for its tranquility. Explore serene streets, visit ancient temples, and embrace the relaxed atmosphere. Experience a calm and inviting environment while soaking in the city's unique charm.

Explore the incredible "4,000 Islands" in Pakse! Sail on the Mekong River Cruise through this wild paradise. Discover stunning islands, lush nature, and serene waters. Experience a unique adventure in this beautiful part of the world.

Tour Map & Day by Day Itinerary

Bangkok Arrival

Welcome to Bangkok!

Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in.

Note: if your arrival time is early, and you prefer to explore the city instead of taking a nap, please kindly tell our travel consultant, and we’ll recommend one of our suggested activities like watching a boxing game at Rajadamnern Stadium, a half-day city highlights tour, or night market & food tour, etc.

Bangkok City Exploration; Flight to Chiang Rai (B, L)

Enjoy your breakfast in Bangkok and prepare to enjoy a full day’s Bangkok city’s exploration. In the morning, you will visit:

1. Wat Phra Kawe & the Grand Palace:  a complex of buildings at the heart of Bangkok, which has been the official residence of the Kings of Siam. 2. Ride like a Local by tuk-tuk to Wat Pho temple

Then, have a nice local lunch after the long morning tour, and have a short break.

In the afternoon, explore the city’s renowned klongs(canals) by boat and cruise the Chao Phraya River. Also, visit the following two sites:

1. Wat Arun:  one of the most visited temples in all of Thailand 2. Royal Barge Museum : many exhibitions on Thai history, royalty, and Buddhism.

After the tour, our tour guide to pick you up to the airport, taking a flight to Chiang Rai, about 75 minutes.

Welcome to Chiang Rai!  Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.

Chiang Rai Exploration (B, L)

Today you'll start your tour in Chiang Rai. During this day, you'll visit:

1. Mae Kachan Hot Spring:  hot water geysers; bathe feet in thermal water; boil quail eggs. 2. Meow Hill Tribe Village:  located on the Mountain Doi Pui and once famous for opium cultivation. 3. Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) : it's all white and has shiny pieces of glass that glimmer in the sunlight.

After lunch at a local restaurant, your Chiang Rai tour continues. In the afternoon, you’ll visit:

1. Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple) : recognizable for its brilliant shade of rich sapphire. 2. Baan Dam (Black House) : a special art museum with both old-style Thai buildings and new, unusual designs.

After the tour, your tour guide will escort you to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is yours.

Golden Triangle (B, L)

The Golden Triangle is a mysterious region for most of Indochina tourists. Today you will enjoy a full-day excursion to the heart of the Golden Triangle region.

After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you around 8:00 am and take you to the Long Neck Karen village . The Long Neck Hill tribe people are relocated from the Thai and Myanmar border.

And then, you will go to Mt. Doi Mae Salong to visit the Chinese village on the top of the mountain.

Lunch will be at a local restaurant. After a short break, you will continue the trip to the highest peak on the Thai-Myanmar border in the afternoon:

1. Doi Tung: provides an opportunity to view many different Lahu and Akha villages as well as terraced farming areas and see from a distance the Princess Mother's frigid flower Garden. 2. Doi Tung Temple: built in A.D.1493, located at the peak. Its scenery reminds one of Switzerland, and features many unique images and temple architecture overlooking the entire northern rice field plain. 3. Opium Museum: learn more about the region’s opium trade.

After the tour, return to the hotel and rest of the day free at leisure.

Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai (B, L)

After breakfast, your tour guide will drive you from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai, about 3 hours.

Welcome to Chiang Mai , a delightful city nestled in northern Thailand, celebrated for its rich culture and stunning natural beauty. Upon your arrival at the airport, our tour guide will warmly receive you and accompany you to the city center. You could have a rest in your hotel after arrival. The rest of the day is free time for you.

In the evening, here comes our most popular tour-street food tour. Your tour guide will pick you up at the hotel in Chiang Mai between 18:30-19:00 and drop you off there at approximately 21:30.

Evening Street Food Markets:  trying out some northern Thai delicacies and learning how to order food in Thai.

Chiang Mai – Skywalk & Elephant Wellness (B, L)

After enjoying a local traditional Thai lunch, you’ll start a full-day visit to Elephant Nature Park, which is a natural home and sanctuary for elephants, buffalos, and other rescued animals.

Watch the saved elephants in two different places where they live together with their friends. You can learn about their stories. Besides, you could get a cool view of the small groups of elephants from SkyWalk.

1.  'Hands Off' Project: This is where elephants freely roam together, and you can see them from the SkyWalk, which is a special viewing spot. 2.  Watch the Herd: Take a walk in the park to see the elephants in their groups. You'll also learn their stories and what they need. 3.  See Them Socialize: Watch the elephants hang out together, play in the mud, or roll in the sand after they've had a bath in the river. 4.  Visit Rescued Animals: You can visit the Dog Project and Cat Kingdom to learn about the saved dogs and cats. Besides, you can meet other saved animals in the park.

At 5:30 pm, it's time to say bye to the elephants. Then, we'll drive you back to your hotel or guesthouse in Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai – Doi Inthanon National Park (B, L)

Today, after breakfast, your tour guide will meet you from 8:00 am to 8:30 am and take you to Doi Inthanon National Park , which is one of the most popular national parks in Thailand, famous for its beautiful waterfalls, picturesque landscape, and Thailand culture. 

Upon arrival in the park, it’s time to have a local Thai lunch, after a short rest, you’ll visit:

1. Wachirathan Waterfall: one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Thailand 2. Sirithan Waterfall: a centrally-located falls in Doi Inthanon National Park, dropping a total of 40 meters into the river. 3. Grand Pagoda Nabhapolbhumisiri: the great holy relics pagoda. 4. Ang Ka Nature Trail: 2500 meters above sea level and surrounded by hi evergreen forest. 5. Ban Mae Klang Luang: a S’gaw Karen village in Doi Inthanon National Park.

After the end of the tour, you’ll be driven back to Chiang Mai for about 1.5 hours. You could have a rest in your hotel.

Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang by Flight (B)

Today, after breakfast, your tour guide will meet you and drive you to the airport for a flight to Luang Prabang. The flight takes about 70 minutes.

Welcome to Laos, the mysterious Buddhist country with a unique culture and natural beauty.

Upon your arrival in Luang Prabang, your private local tour guide will welcome you at the airport and then escort you to your hotel in Vientiane city.

The rest of the day will be at your leisure to relax and explore the city, you can enjoy some drinks in one of the cafés or stroll along the beautiful riverside.

Feel free to ask our tour guide for suggestions if you'd like to explore the city instead of taking a rest.

Boat Trip to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfall (B, L)

After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am – 8:30 am. The day begins with a boat ride up the Mekong River, which gives you a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside. Along the way, you'll stop and visit:

1. Ban Xanghai village: the place where Laos rice wine and rice whiskey are produced. You'll have the opportunity to try some and learn about the process used to make it. 2. Pak Ou Caves: two linked caves filled with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.

Lunch will be served near the caves. You'll try a local Laotian dish called "Orlam" which is a soup with vegetables and features a spicy wood that is partially edible. After a short rest, you’ll continue on your half-day tour to the beautiful Kuang (Khouang) Si Waterfall.

1. Bear Rescue Sanctuary: three bear houses were built with a capacity for 25 rescued bears. 2. Khouang Si Waterfall: the most beautiful in Laos. You can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails.

After the tour, your tour guide will escort you to enjoy a Lao-style spa and get relaxed. Then, you will get back to the hotel for a good rest. 

Flight to Pakse, drive to Bolaven Plateau (B)

Enjoy your breakfast until your tour guide escorts you to take the flight from Luang Prabang to Pakse, which takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.

Welcome to Pakse , the second most popular city in Laos. Upon arrival at Pakse, you’ll be driven to Tad Fan Waterfall , the largest and most amazing waterfall in Laos.

In the afternoon, you’ll keep going on the tour to visit the Alak, Nge, and Katu villages on the Bolavan Plateau . It’s a great experience to enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty and observe the cultivation of coffee, tea, cardamom, bananas, etc.

After trekking, your tour guide and driver will escort you to the hotel in Bolaven Plateau for the rest.

Drive to Si Phan Don (B, L)

After breakfast, you’ll tour guide will drive you to Si Phan Don, the incredible “4,000 Islands” in Pakse”. It takes about 2 hours and 8 minutes for a direct driving.

Along the trip, you'll visit the Vat Phou Ruins, an ancient temple complex from the 10th century. There's a museum to explore, a big temple to see, and time for a walk around.

After having lunch with Laotian, Vietnamese, and Thai dishes, you’ll take a rest. Then you’ll tour to village of Tomo. It's a small village near the secretive forest temple of Oum Muong, built in the 9th century and dedicated to Rudani, just a short walk away.

Late afternoon you’ll disembark from the boat to walk through Ban Deua Tia, a small Laotian Village where the traditional way of life has not changed in centuries.

After tour, you’ll be escorted to Don Khong, the largest and Northern-most of Si Phan Don. Arrive in hotel, the evening is yours to relax and enjoy.

Relax and Explore Li Phi Waterfall and the French Railroad and Bridge (B, L)

After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am – 8:30 am. Then you’ll go to the small village of Ban Veuthong, where you board a small boat to meander among the 4,000 Islands to Khong Island. Today, you’ll visit:

1. Old French Railway Bridge: the 100-year-old bridge that links Khone and Det Islands. 2. Xieng Di Village: a small fishing village where you have lunch on the banks of the Mekong. 3. Pha Pheng Waterfall: "The Niagara of the East", close to the Cambodian border, has historical significance.

Then tour to Li Phi Waterfall. Also known as “Somphamit Waterfall”, it is one of the must-visit destination for today’s journey. You can watch the waterfall as the Mekong River flows over rocks, creating a beautiful sight of water, mist, and greenery. Enjoy the peaceful and scenic escape.

After the full-day natural immersion, your tour guide and driver will escort you to the hotel in Si Phan Don for the rest.

Drive Back to Pakse; Flight to Vientiane (B)

Today, after breakfast, your tour guide will meet you and drive you back to Pakse. And you’ll be directly escort to Pakse International Airport. You’ll take the flight from Pakse to Vientiane, about 1 hour.

Welcome to Vientiane, the largest city and the capital of Laos. You’ll be escorted to the hotel in Vientiane for check-in. The rest of time is for you to explore this calm city.

Vientiane Highlights Tour (B, L)

After breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am – 8:30 am. The day will go through the highlights of Vientiane. You'll stop and visit:

1. Buddha Park: also known as Xieng Khuan, is filled with over 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues. 2. Patuxay Monument: a monument about the war in Vientiane that honors the people who fought for freedom from France. 3. Pha That Luang Stupa: a huge Buddhist stupa covered in gold and constructed in the 3 rd century.

Enjoying a local Laotian lunch, you’ll continue your Vientiane day tour in the afternoon:

1. Wat Si Saket: the oldest surviving temple with thousands of Buddhist images. 2. National Museum: get to know some history of Laos.

After the tour, your tour guide will escort you to the hotel for a good rest. 

Vientiane –Yangon (B)

Enjoy your breakfast until your tour guide pick you up for a flight to Yangon, about 4 hours and 50 minutes.

Welcome to Yangon!

Our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport upon arrival. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.

Yangon City Exploration (B, L)

After morning breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up at 8:30 am to Yangon Railway Station. Taking the local circular Train journey to the outskirts of town (20-30 minutes ride).

1. Circular train journey: observing the lively and colorful life of the rural Burmese people. 2. Kyi Myin Daing Market: a variety of street vendors sell colorful wares, where you can explore the market and meet friendly locals.

Go back to the downtown area of Yangon to enjoy Myanmar cuisine, you’ll continue your tour in the afternoon. You’ll explore:

1. Old City Hall: A well-balanced blend of Western and Burmese architectural styles, listed on the Yangon City Heritage List. 2. Botahtaung Pagoda: features golden decorations inside and houses a sacred hair of Gautama Buddha. 3. Bogyoke Market: sells many Burmese traditional handicrafts including stone, wood, bronze carvings, and much more. 4. Kandawgyi Park: famous Karaweik, a concrete replica of a Burmese royal barge built in 1972, near Chaukhtetgyi Reclining Buddha Image. 5. Shwedagon Pagoda: an important Buddist icon, which has been described as one of the wonders of the world, plays a very important role in old Burmese history.

Enjoy the sunset over the Shwedagon pagoda, and then you’ll get back to the hotel for a good rest.

Flight to Mandalay; Drive to Bagan (B, L)

Enjoy your free time in the morning until transfer to the airport for an onward flight to Mandalay about 1 hour. Then you’ll be driven to Bagan, about 3 hours.

In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive at Bagan and then enjoy a fun horse cart ride to a little village called Taung Phi for a view of a teak monastery.

Keep riding in the horse cart around temples and winding roads, while the sun moves toward the horizon, making interesting shadows from the temples on the ground. You’ll visit Shesandaw Pagoda and watch one of the best sunsets in Southeast Asia.

Bagan Hot Balloon Ride & Mount Popa (B, L)

Today, you need to get up early at 5:00 am to experience a beautiful hot air balloon flight over Bagan’s temples.

Drifting over a panorama of a thousand ancient pagodas, silent in the shadow of low-slung mountains and against the banks of the mighty Irrawaddy River, you will have a wonderful overhead perspective of Bagan. It's a fantastic and interactive experience.

The entire experience will last about 2.5 hours. On landing, our fully trained Myanmar ground crew will pack the balloon whilst passengers enjoy a glass or two of celebratory champagne. You’ll receive a flight certificate signed by the pilot.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you have free time on your own until your tour guide picks you up at 1:00-1:30 pm to Mount Popa.

1. Mount Popa: a dormant volcano in central Myanmar and the highest point of the Pegu Range. 2. Popa Taungkalat Monastery: a special monastery high up on a big rocky hill, offering beautiful views of the fields nearby and Mount Popa. 3. Nat Shrine: mannequin-like figures representing the 37 Nats, dedicated to animist spirits.

Note: you need to climb 777 steps to get to Popa Taungkalat Monastery, if you don’t want to do that, you can choose to visit the sandalwood forest and medical herb garden with plenty of flora and fauna.

After touring Mount Popa, a stop will be made at a palm tree plantation on the way back to the hotel in Bagan. Villagers earn money from these palm trees. It's a nice break where you can watch them work with palm trees.

Bagan - Mandalay (B, L)

In the morning, after breakfast, your tour guide will escort you to start a half-day Bagan tour. You’ll visit:

1. Thousands of Buddhist pagodas: over 4000 Buddhist temples and Pagodas sprinkled all across the town. 2. Nyaung Oo Market: locals buy and sell products. 3. Shwezigon Pagoda: the largest pagoda in Bagan painted with real gold.

After enjoying lunch, you’ll be transferred by private van to Mandalay. The total distance is 112 miles and will take about 3 hours. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel for check-in.

Welcome to Mandalay! Upon your arrival in Mandalay, your local guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel for the rest.

Mandalay City Exploration; Mandalay Departure (B)

After enjoying your breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Mandalay at 7:30 am-8 am. You’ll be driven to Mingun , located 11 km up the Ayeyarwady River on the west bank from Mandalay. From here, you will explore the historic sites around Mandalay. In Mingun, you’ll visit:

1. Mingun Bell: the world's largest uncracked bell. 2. Pathodawgyi Pagoda: the world's largest pile of bricks. 3. Myatheindan Pagoda: It's white and looks like the mythical Buddhist Mountain called Mount Meru.

After the tour, you’ll be driven to the airport. Tour service ends here .

Hope you enjoyed a great trip with us and we look forward to seeing you next time.

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This unbelievable three-week tour of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar that will take you through the very best that Southeast Asia has to offer. We start our journey with the exploration of the contrasting cities of buzzing Bangkok and serene Chiang Mai. Here, the rhythmic rock of your elephant companion will put you at ease as you ride through the jungle on this amazing creature. Grab the amazing view of the fabled Golden Triangle; continue to the Land of a Million Elephants where the ancient city of Luang Prabang beckons. The adventure concludes in the once closed, Golden Land of Myanmar, where mysteries begin to unfold.

• Duration: 21 days / 20 nights
• Activities: Sightseeing, Cultural, Historical, Nature Discovery
• Tour type: Private Tour
• Themes: Myanmar Laos Tours

Tour itinerary

Upon arrival in Bangkok, meet our person at the arrival hall and transfer to hotel in Bangkok. Overnight in Bangkok.

Early morning, pick up from the hotel in Bangkok for Damnern Saduak floating market . On the way will be passing the largest source of salt production in Thailand along the roadside of the highway. Visit  Mae Klong Market.  (The World’s Most Fascinating Marketplace), an open – air Marketplace.

People sell locally grown fruits, freshly caught seafood, dried spices, peppers, and other local foods.  Amazing! Train tracks run right through the marketplace. When the train comes by, vendors have to close up their canopy and wait for it to pass. Naturally, it’s a popular spot with the tourists. Visit  Coconut Garden , see how the sugar is being made right from the coconut syrup of coconut flower. Then take long-tail boat going along narrow canal surround the plantation. Arrive at  Damnern Saduak floating market . See a fascinating Thai way of life from the ancient time that is still widely practiced in this area. A chance to try various kinds of exotic Thai fruits and choices of Thai handicrafts are available at the spot. Then back to Bangkok for visit the Royal Grand Palace, the Emerald Buddha. The Grand Palace adjoins Wat Phra Kaew in a common compound and is where you will end up after exiting Wat Phra Kaew. Despite the proximity of the two, there's a distinct contrast in style between the very Thai Wat Phra Kaew and the more European inspired designs of the Grand Palace (the roof being the exception). Wat Pho - the largest Buddhist temple with its colossal reclining Buddha              Overnight in Bangkok.

This morning you will transfer to Ayutthaya. First visit at Bang Pa-In Summer Palace was first used by the royal court as a summer retreat in the 17th century. However, the Palace was destroyed with the fall of Kingdom of Ayutthaya and was restored by King Rama IV in the mid-19th century. Most of the buildings that exist today date from the reign of King Rama V, who regularly spent his summers there. The structures represent a variety of architectural styles, set in a large park around ponds and waterways. then follow by Wat Yai Chaimongkhol where you have a chance to sacred one of the biggest Reclining Buddha Image as well and the ruins of the old Royal Grand Palace & Temples.

Continue to visit  Wat Mahathat is located in front of the Grand Palace to the east, next to Pa Than Bridge. The temple is believed to be one of Ayutthaya's oldest temples, possibly built by King Boromaraja I (1370-88). Its central prang, of which only the base remains, once rose to a height of 165 feet. Traces of the original stucco decorations can still be seen on some of the surrounding chedis Across the river to visit Wat Na Phra Men , the temple has been restored a number of times but still has a finely proportioned ubosot and viharn. The Ubosot design is very old in the typical Thai style. Then transfer to Wat Chong Lom Pier in Nontaburi Province take curies back to Bangkok. Delicious meal served in the luxurious surrounds of a cruise boat.

Afternoon - Coffee Break - Witness the beauty of the Chao Phraya River and rural life along the two riverbanks from the cruise deck or from the cool, air-conditioned passenger cabin. Arriving in Bangkok, you will pass by the majestic Grand Palace and Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn) Overnight in Bangkok

Check out and transfer to Bangkok airport for a morning/midday flight to Chiang Mai. Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, meet guide and transfer to Visit Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, the most sacred temple containing a holy relic of the Lord Buddha. The temple compound offers an ethylating view of Chiang Mai city and surrounding countryside. A visit to Meo village will be made.      Overnight in Chiang Mai.  

Tour During : 08.00 – 17.00  Visit Doi Inthanon National Park, the highest peak in Thailand which is about 8,500 feet’s above sea level. Visit 2 Royal Pagodas , the Royal project growing crops and beautiful flower, Wachiratarn and Siriphum waterfall, Karen village . Lunch is provided. Overnight in Chiang Mai.    

Drive to visit the hot spring on the way to Chiang Rai. Continue driving for 1.5 hours to White temple (Wat Rongkhun) . Then carry on to the three country borders meet which called ' Golden Triangle " take long tail boat on Khong River. After lunch, drive to Maesai, the Thailand & Myanmar border city . Finally, visit the Akha, Yao and Long Neck hill tribe villages on the way back to Chiang Mai. Overnight in Chiang Mai

Meet guide and transfer to Chaing Mai airport for the flight to Luang Prabang, Laos. On arrival at the Luang Prabang airport, you will be met and transferred to check in the hotel. You are free to stroll around the city for your own first impression of this ancient city. Overnight in Luang Prabang

After breakfast, you will first visit Royal Palace Museum , which was built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. We then embark on a leisure cruise upstream on the Mekong River , which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside, before reaching the mysterious Pak Ou Caves , two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.  Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai , where they make the local rice wine.

On arrival back in the city, we will visit the magnificent Wat Xiengthong a superb piece of Lao temple architecture, which presents a sweeping two-tiered roof and ornate mosaics including a beautiful ‘tree of life ‘glass montage on the rear temple wall.  Afterwards, we will visit the Traditional Art and Ethnology Center (closed on Monday) to learn about Laos’ many ethnic cultures. From there, we will transfer to visit Wat Prabath to admire the sunset; this is the really peaceful place to catch the last beauty of the day. The tour ends after a visit to the famous Night Market , where you can find a lovely collection of handmade textiles made by local and hilltribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang

After departing at 8:30 am from your hotel, transfer to Nahm Dong park , which locates in Ban Xiengmouk , 10Km from city center. Arriving at the park, we will have a short welcome by the park manager before joining the morning activities here. We will first start with the Zipline flying over the jungle and the waterfalls admiring the amazing evergreen scenery. The zipline will take about 1 hour. Then we will walk back via the jungle trail crossing some flying bridges , small streams , and clear natural pools , where you can take a refresh splash if you wish so. The picnic lunch will be served at the viewpoint where you can spread your view over the region, including the view of mount Phousi in the city center. You can either spend the rest of the afternoon stroll around the park, relax by one of the huts at the camp, or enjoy the fresh cool clear natural pools. Note: Zipline in 1 hour, trekking min 1 hour - max 3 hours depending on the route that you choose

Wake up as the sun rises, we will prepare to join the most sacred tradition of Laos, the daily morning alms giving , which dates to the 14th century. More than 200 Buddhist monks depart from various temple to gather their daily meal from the faithful residents sitting quietly on the streets. From there, we will visit the temporary morning market near the former Royal Palace. Just set on the ground, the local people come here to barter their day’s catch from rice, to vegetable, to fish, or chicken. This is the best chance to experience the flavor of local life

After breakfast at the hotel, we ascend the 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a panoramic view of the city and the Mekong River.

Then transfer to the beautiful Kuang Si waterfalls which is the biggest in the Luang Prabang area with three tiers leading to a 50-metre drop into spectacular azure pools before flowing downstream. The pools also make great swimming holes and are very popular with both tourists and locals There is also the chance to walk to the nearby village of Ban Thapene , and explore the hidden waterfalls, which is rarely visited by other tourists

If you wish, we will also take a short visit to the Bear Rescue Center , which houses a couple of dozen animals rescued from the hands of poachers and traffickers. Then transfer to the airport to take the flight to Vientiane On arrival in Vientiane, transfer by our driver to your hotel. Overnight in Vientiane.

In the morning, we will first visit Wat Si Muang , which is very famous for its supernatural power. After that drive to Buddha Park which takes around 45 minutes away. Also known as Xieng Khuan, this unusual park is filled with over 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues.

We then visit Lao Disable Women Development Center , which assist disable women to cope with their disability and advocate for their rights. Spend time watching the video and learn about the effort to earn their daily living. You can support them by buying some small handicrafts at the shop. Start the afternoon with a visit to That Luang , the holiest site in Laos. Constructed by King Setthathirat in the 16th century, the temple is resplendent as the sun is shines upon its towering golden spire.

Then, enjoy a panoramic view over the city as you climb the stairs to the top of Patuxai , Vientiane’s own “Arc de Triomphe”.

Continue down Lane Xang Avenue the serene Wat Sisaket , the only temple left intact after the Siamese (Thai) invasion in 1828.

Continue on to the nearby Wat Phra Keo .  Used as a religious museum, Wat Phra Keo displays a collection of both Lao and Khmer works of art.

End your tour of the capital along the banks of the Mekong River as the sun begins to set. Stroll along the river, stop to enjoy a cold drink, or sample a snack from one of the many local food stalls.   Overnight in Vientiane.

Transfer to the airport for departure flight to Yangon, Myanmar. A warm greeting awaits at Yangon International airport; your private guide and driver will meet you outside the arrivals lounge and transfer you (45 minutes) to your hotel in downtown Yangon. While every effort is made to have your room available upon arrival, check in time is at 02:00pm; your room may or may not be ready before this time. Your tour guide will provide additional details regarding your stay, and you will be able to ask any questions you may have. The rest of the day is at leisure. Accommodation: hotel in Yangon.

After breakfast, start a full day tour by visiting famous Botahtung Pagoda at first. Continuing to 2000 years old Sule Pagoda where contains a Buddha’s hair in a golden dome. Take a look around colorful Bogyoke market where obtains Myanmar souvenirs, a perfect replacement for shopping. In the evening we will visit the  Karaweik Hall  for a photo stop, a hamsa-bird-shaped floating barge on  Kandawgyi Lake  is waiting for your embark.Extending visit to  Shwedagon Pagoda , one of the world’s most spectacular religious monuments before come back to hotel in Yangon.

After early breakfast at the hotel, transfer to airport for your flight to  Bagan . Upon your arrival start your Bagan tour with a visit to the vibrant  Nyaung U Market , unveil the glory of Bagan's history by visits to archeological treasures such as the Shwezigon Pagoda for its impressive bell-shaped stupa,  Dhaman Yan Gyi  and graceful Htilominlo Temple with its delicate plaster carvings and glazed sandstone decorations. Continue to discover the ancient and most treasured handicrafts of lacquering by a demonstration from skilled artisan. Explore the amazing mural paintings under the protection of UNESCO at  Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple, Shwesandaw Pagoda . In the evening, it is time to watch the sunset at one of the viewing mounds.   Accommodation: hotel in Yangon.

Do not miss the amazing sunrise in Bagan then proceed to  Mt. Popa  after your breakfast at hotel. Mt. Popa, known as the abode of Nats (spirits) - a collection of 37 magical spirits both feared and honoured by some Myanmar people and the nat museum, which houses 37 life-size nat statues sculpted from teak. It's time to climb for 777 steps to the summit. Proceed to your resort (1hour drive) for your own lunch. The restaurant offers a great view to the Popa summit that stands straight from the central plain. Back to Bagan and stay overnight. Accommodation: hotel in Bagan.

Take morning flight to Heho and drive to Nyaung Shwe, gate way to Inle Lake. Enjoy boat riding among floating gardens and vegetable plantations. And observe the lake attractions include unique leg-rowing style and fishing method of the Innthar. Afternoon visit  Phaungdawoo Pagoda  – famous for its richly gilded five small Buddha images and its history;  Ngaphechaung Monastery  (formerly also known as jumping cat monastery for trained jumping cats) – more than one and a half century old monastery with its collection of ancient  Buddha Images  and  Ywama Village  for its Inpawkhon Village for its weaving cottages and black smiths. Stay overnight in Inle Lake.

After breakfast at the hotel, visit floating market which is a 5day rotation market most fascinating to watch the daily life of the minorities and their activities.

Continue our excursion by motorized boat to Indein pagoda complex, in the south-west of the lake.

The boat leaves the lake and enters a narrow canal with a beautiful natural environment to continue to a small Pa O tribe village. From the village, follow an old covered path to a 13th century monastery and the very impressive ruins of hundreds of ancient pagodas, some hidden in the vegetation. The main stupa-area on the top of the hill offers breathtaking views over the surrounding mountains and down to the valley and the lake in the far distance. Return to your hotel and overnight at the hotel. Accommodation: hotel in Inle Lake.

Take a morning flight to  Mandalay. Visit  Mahagandaryone Monastery  and  U Bein Bridge,  a 1.2 km long wooden bridge across the  Taung Thaman Lake. Continue your tour by viewing the Mahamuni Image, a bronze Buddha image casted during the lifetime of Buddha himself and  Tapestry Works. Visit several workshops, including  Wood Carving & Bronze Casting Workshops ,  Marble Carving Workshop  and  Gold Leaf Beating Workshop. Afternoon, visit  Mandalay Palace ,  Shwenandaw  and  Atumashi Monastery . Lastly, visit  Kuthodaw Pagoda  and finish the tour by visiting  Mandalay Hill  to view a beautiful panorama of the city during sunset. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner before heading back to your hotel. Accommodation: hotel in Mandalay.

Start your sightseeing today with a boat ride upstream to Mingun, home to  Uncomplete Wall ,  Sandamuni pagoda  and  Mingun ringing bell. Our local expert will be pleased to introduce you the life of people who live on the banks of Irrawaddy River. Afternoon, we will discover the royal Mandalay vestiges and relics covering  Imperial Palace ,  Golden Palace Monastery  and  Kuthodaw Pagoda  also known as the world biggest book. The highlight of this day is the panoramic sunset from the peak of Mandalay Hill. Accommodation: hotel in Mandalay.

Have breakfast at hotel and you are free and easy until our transfer to Mandalay airport for the return to Bangkok. On arrival in Bangkok airport, meet our driver for the transfer to the hotel. Accommodation: hotel in Bangkok.

Have breakfast at hotel and you are free and easy until our transfer to Bangkok airport for your return flight home. End of the Thailand, Laos and Myanmar tour .

Trip Inclusion

• 20 night’s hotel accommodation with daily breakfast in twin/double sharing basic
• Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B: for Breakfast, L: for Lunch, D: for Dinner)
• Airport transfers and tour transfers by private A/C car
• All 8 internal flights: Bangkok-Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai-Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang-Vientiane, Vientiane-Yangon, Yangon-Bagan, Bagan-Heho, Heho-Mandalay, Mandalay-Bangkok (Economy Class, including 20kg checked baggage and 7kg hand bag each person and all tax)
• Private local English-speaking tour guides
• All entrance fees and permits where applicable
• Boat trips as mentioned in the programs and excursions

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• Travel insurance
• Visa for Thailand, Laos, Myanmar
• International flight to/from the start point of the trip
• Tipping, drinks and other personal expenses

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The Best of Myanmar – Thailand – Laos Tour 12 Days

The 12 days/11 night’s tour combine 3 countries Myanmar, Thailand and Laos is an experience that is unforgettable. You will explore the best places in South East Asia, from Asia´s Garden City - Yangon to one of the World’s most exciting cities – Bangkok to the UNESCO World Heritage City of Luang Prabang.

Trip duration: 12 days 11 nights Start: Yangon Finish: Luang Prabang Flights: 04 domestic flights Activities: sightseeing Tour operates: Year round/ upon request Dates: No fixed departure dates. You may go whenever you wish

BRIEF ITINERARY: Day 01: Arrive in Yangon Day 02: Yangon (B) Day 03: Yangon – Fly to Bagan (B) Day 04: Bagan - Heho - Nyaung Shwe - Inle Lake (B) Day 05: Inle Lake – Heho – Fly to Mandalay (B) Day 06: Mandalay - Bangkok (B) Day 07: Bangkok full day city tour (B) Day 08: Floating Market & Rose Garden (B/ L) Day 09: Bangkok – Luang Prabang (B) Day 10: Luang Prabang (B/L) Day 11: Luang Prabang – Pakou Caves and Khuangsi waterfall (B/L) Day 12: Luang Prabang departure (B).

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Day 01: Arrive in Yangon Arrive Yangon. Pick-up and transfer to hotel. Visit Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda to see a huge reclining Buddha image, the Shwedagon Pagoda - one of the world's most spectacular monuments. Enjoy sunset at Pagoda. Drive back to hotel and leisure. Overnight in Yangon.

Day 02: Yangon sightseeing (B) Breakfast at hotel then start a full day sightseeing tour of Yangon. Visit: Sule Pagoda, dating back over 2000 years Pagoda to enjoy the bustling life of Yangon and its people. Chaukhtatkyi Pagoda (a huge reclining Buddha). After a photo stop at the Karaweik Hall, a “hamsa-bird –shaped’s floating barge on Kadawgyi Lake, stroll through the Bogyoke (Scotts) market with hundreds of foods, clothes, handicrafts and gems stores, proceed to Yangon’s oldest Chinese temple and at the riverside located Botataung pagoda Late in the afternoon, visit the Shwedagon Pagoda described by Somerset Maugham: "The Shwedagon rose superb, glistening with its gold, like a sudden hope in the dark night of the soul of which the mystics write, glistening against the fog and smoke of the thriving city." This massive bell-shaped stupa rises nearly 100 meters above hill-top surroundings. Wander through this magnificent structure and its courtyards, stupas, bells, Temples, and Buddha images, and see religious and secular visitors from all parts of the globe. Shwedagon has become the symbol of Myanmar. Enjoy the sunset over the Pagoda. Overnight in Yangon.

Day 03: Yangon - Bagan (B) In the morning, transfer to Yangon airport for flight to Bagan. Upon arrival visit Nyaung-Oo morning Market to see people ways of life. Then visit the most significant pagodas and temples of Bagan including Shwezigon Pagoda built by King Anawrahta in the early 11th as a religious shrine. Continue visit Annada Temple: a whitewashed masterpiece of Mon architecture with four standing Buddhas, and the adjacent brick monastery with the beautiful, well –preserved 18th century murals. Visit to Thatbinnyu Temple known as “temples of omniscience” and dating from 1144 and the Sulamani temple. Transfer to the hotel and leisure. Afternoon, visit one of Myanmar's most treasured handicrafts, a lacquer ware home Industry, the Sulamani temple and Damayangyi Temple (the massive temple in Bagan). Experience local Horse–cart way to Pyitthagyi Temple (15 mins). Overnight in Bagan.

Day 04: Bagan - Heho - Nyaung Shwe - Inle Lake (B) In the morning, fly to Heho. Arrive Heho and drive to Nyaungshwe, then to Nyaungshwe on the edge of the Inle Lake which is famous for its unique leg rower. Proceed to Inle lake by local boat, heading to the middle of Inle Lake including Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the holiest religious site in Southern Shan State. Floating Market Villages & Gardens where fruit and vegetables are grown. See traditional handicrafts – silk weaving on wooden handlooms and a blacksmith shop. Overnight in Inle.

Day 05: Inle Lke - Heho - Fly to Mandalay (B) After breakfast, transfer to the airport for flight to Mandalay. Pick-up and transfer to the city, on the way visit the Amarapura 200 year’s old U Bein teak bridge which is built in 1728 at the time when Amarapura was Royal capital and visit the traditional hand – woven silk workshop teak posts. Continue to Mandalay through varied agricultural landscapes and villages. Visit one of the most revered religious images in Myanmar, the Mahamuni Pagoda. Stop to see stone carving and gold leaf being beaten into wafer thin pieces. Visit the Shwenandaw Palace also known as Former Royal Palace which was once king Mindon’s home. Visit to the famous local market "Zay –Cho" located in the down town area of Mandalay to see people ways of life. Proceed to the foot of Mandalay Hill and then visit to up area. Enjoy spectacular views at sunset from Mandalay Hill. Overnight in Mandalay.

Day 06: Mandalay - Bangkok (B) Free and leisure until transfer to the airport for flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival at the airport, pick up by tour guide and transfer to the hotel, check in the hotel and free time at the leisure.

Day 07: Bangkok full day tour (B, L) Here is one of our most popular tours, bringing you along 3 of the most stunning temples Bangkok has to offer! This tour features “Wat Traimit” with its 5.5 ton heavy Golden Buddha Image, Wat Chetuporn (commonly known as Wat Pho), that boasts the over 45-meters long Reclining Buddha and Wat Benchamaborpit (also known as the Marble Temple). Wat Pho is regarded as the first centre of public education and is sometimes called ‘Thailand’s first university’. Mural paintings, inscriptions, and statues found in the temple educated people on various subjects such as literature, warfare, archaeology, astronomy, geology, meditation and is considered to be home of Thai traditional massages. We will end the tour with a visit to Wat Benchamaborpit: a representation of an outstanding successful marriage between Italian Carrara marble and classical Thai architecture. This half-day tour will especially delight those interested to know a bit more about Buddhism and its history, combined with the always-busy city life. Overnight in Bangkok.

Day 08: Floating Market & Rose Garden (B) Full Day Damnoensaduak Floating Market with Lunch at Rose Garden follows by Thai Cultural Show This most, transfer to the rural yet world-famous floating market of Damnern Saduak, situated around 100 kilometers west of Bangkok. The tour includes a visit to Nakorn Pathom; site of the highest Chedi in Thailand called "Phra Pathom Chedi, which is the largest pagoda in Southeast Asia. An excellent international buffet lunch will be served at the picturesque Rose Garden Aprime Country Resort. Afterwards, attend the Thai village show at the Thai Village, giving a short introduction into the many customs of Thai life. The show includes the colorful Buddhist ordination procession, an elegant fingernail dance, a Thai boxing demonstration, Hill Tribe dance performances, sword-fighting, elephants at work, charming folk dances and a traditional Thai wedding ceremony and much more.

Day 09: Bangkok – Luang Prabang (B) Free time at leisure until transfer to airport for flight to Luang Prabang. On arrival at the airport, meet the tour guide and transfer to the hotel. The rest o time is free at your leisure.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 10: Luang Prabang (B, L) Offering food & money for monk in early in the morning: transfer by Tuk Tuk (maximum 6 pax/tuk tuk/ included on the package price) and for foods offer to monks you can buy it by yourselves (our guide will advise you) Full day city tour begins after breakfast, with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts. Then enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city’s oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. Today, we also visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham. Following lunch, visit the Arts and Ethnology Centre to learn about Laos’ many ethnic cultures before head out of town to see the weaving villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek. We then return to the city for a visit to Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a panoramic view of the city at sunset and the Mekong River. The tour ends after a visit to the famous Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Note: the Royal Palace Museum is closed on Tuesdays.

Day 11: Luang Prabang – Pakou Caves and Khuangsi waterfall (B, L) After breakfast, board a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a panaromic view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the small village of Ban Xanghai, where the local rice wine is distilled. We return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon We continue our excursion toward Khouangsi Waterfall, en route, we visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Hmong Village, Ban Ou, Laoloum Village and Ban Thapene, Khmu Village, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall where you can splash around in the turquoise pools or walk along the forest trails. The Khouangsi Waterfall setting really illustrates paradise. We return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon to the city by late evening to observe the sunset at Wat Phabath. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Day 12: Luang Prabang departure (B) Free at the leisure until transfer to the airport for onward flight. End of the services.

What's included ?

• Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle
• Accommodation in twin shared room
• Boat trip as stated in above sights
• Local English speaking guide
• Admission fee to indicated sights
• Domestic flight: Yangon – Bagan, Bagan – Inle Lake, Inle Lake - Mandalay
• Meals as listed in the itinerary: B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner
• Gov't tax and service charge
• Cool mineral water and tower during the tours

What's Excluded ?

• Visa on arrival services to Myanmar USD. 40/per person and visa stamping fee on arrival
• Int'l airport departure tax
• Travel Insurance in all kinds
• Meal is not mentioned
• Single room (quoted separately)
• Domestic flight with airport tax
• Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others

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Hi Giang, We just got back from 2 weeks in Thailand and Myanmar. I just wanted to let you know that everything in Myanmar was wonderful. Your arrangements were among the best we have ever experienced on a tour. The guides were great. They met us on time at airports and were very friendly. I would especially recommend the guide in Bagan- San- who was extremely knowledgeable about the temples and history. Also, the hotels were superb- Bagan and Inle Lake were truly beautiful. I would definitely you use again if we return to Asia. Thank you,

Mark Alpert

Monday, July 2, 2018

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17-Day Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar Tour

Begin your trip in bustling Bangkok, explore the ancient wonders of Angkor Wat in Cambodia, and delve into the historic charm of Luang Prabang in Laos. Then, venture into Myanmar to witness the awe-inspiring temples of Bagan and the cultural richness of Yangon. This well-crafted itinerary offers the perfect blend of urban exploration, historical immersion, and natural splendor, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking a comprehensive experience across four captivating destinations. Book now for an unforgettable Southeast Asian odyssey.

We can customize this trip by adding anything you're interested in and scheduling days to fit your pace. We would happily organize a unique theme or activities for birthdays, young children, anniversaries, etc.

• Best For: Slow Pacers and Couples
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• Sample Price: From US$4250p/p, (2 per room)*
• Flights: SE Asia's included (international on request)

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Here are the fantastic attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Asia Highlights (AH Hand-Picked), and exclusive cultural experiences offered by Asia Highlights (Only With AH) included in this tour:

Walk into the magnificent Grand Palace and Listen to monk's chanting in Wat Pho.

Experience maeklong railway market at its busiest and interact with passing locals., unveil the mystery of angkor wat with the knowledge of a dedicated khmer scholar., spend a half-day to explore the elephant village in luang prabang, explore the remarkable temples and pagodas in bagan, learn to make a lanten of loy krathong and release it on a pond or river when making a wish., suggested itinerary for inspiration.

The itinerary serves as a mere example of a personalized tour, designed exclusively for you. Your preferences will shape the authentic journey. We are fully prepared to craft an tailor-made tour that fulfills your desires.

Your private guide will be ready to meet and greet you at the arrival hall in Bangkok. A comfortable private car with an experienced driver will transfer you directly to your hotel. Your guide will help you to check-in.

Begin your day with a visit to the lively Pak Klong Talad, Thailand's largest flower market. Stroll through the market, sample local snacks, witness the artistry of flower garland-making, and try your hand at decorating lotus flowers, a Thai temple tradition. Explore the colorful array of vegetables, flowers, and fruits on display, capturing the essence of Thai market culture.

Embark on a thrilling tuk-tuk ride to Wat Pho, one of Bangkok's oldest and most revered temples. Admire the majestic 45-meter-long reclining Buddha and immerse yourself in the original school of traditional Thai massage. Marvel at the tranquil ambiance as monks perform their enchanting chants at 9:00 am, creating a spiritual experience like no other. Continue your journey to the magnificent Grand Palace, where you'll encounter the highly revered Emerald Buddha, a symbol of Thailand's cultural heritage.

Delight in a scenic long-tail boat ride along the picturesque canals of Thonburi, gaining a glimpse into local life along the way. Make a stop at Wat Arun, the grand royal temple that once served King Rama II. Admire its intricately designed architecture and serene atmosphere. Conclude your tour with a tuk-tuk ride to the vibrant ChinaTown, where Yaowarat Road showcases a plethora of shops selling gold and other goods. Explore Talad Kao Market, known for its fresh produce, dry fruits, and Chinese herbs, immersing yourself in the bustling energy of Old Bangkok.

In the early morning, travel by car for about two hours to reach the unique Maeklong Railway Market. This market stands out because a functioning railway runs through its center. Marvel at the vendors who place their goods close to or even on the railway tracks, swiftly retracting them when a train approaches. Capture this impressive moment on video or in photographs before the market resumes its lively atmosphere.

Continue your journey to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Witness the traditional method of buying and selling goods as vendors operate from boats along the canals. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of this cultural spectacle, exploring the colorful stalls and lively exchanges.

Start a fascinating trip to discover the wonders of Angkor Wat, revered as one of the 8 Wonders of the World. This sprawling complex is the largest religious monument ever built, showcasing a multitude of temples, pagodas, statues, palaces, and chambers.

Delve further into the ancient landmarks with a visit to Angkor Thom. Encircled by a wide moat, this site resembles a stronghold rather than a religious attraction. There are five entrances in each cardinal direction, providing a captivating glimpse into the grandeur of this historic site.

Experience the mystical atmosphere of Ta Prohm, situated at the western point of the Angkor Wat Complex. Built with massive rocks and enveloped by soaring trees, Ta Prohm was one of the first facilities constructed as part of King Jayavarman VII's monastery and university program.

Marvel at the Bayon Temple, renowned for its stunning stone faces. From a distance, the temple appears like a mountain, but as you approach, the enigmatic faces merge into view, capturing the unique allure of this ancient masterpiece.

The Terrace of the Leper King holds its own secrets, boasting a hidden terrace where the reliefs appear as fresh as if they were carved yesterday. Atop the terrace stands a statue that adds to the mysteries of the Angkor complex. Discover the fascinating history behind this intriguing figure as you explore the remarkable wonders of Angkor Wat.

Departing from Siem Reap in an air-conditioned minivan at 8 a.m., enjoy picturesque views of rice paddies and rural villages along the way.

Phnom Kulen, an isolated chain of small mountains, once served as a quarry during the Angkor period. Journey through the jungle with your knowledgeable guide, encountering notable sights and absorbing intriguing information.

Arriving at the waterfall, surrender to nature's tranquility. Refresh yourself with a dip in the cool pools, allowing the cascading water to invigorate your senses. After a relaxed and enjoyable time, return to Siem Reap, reflecting on the serene beauty of Kulen Mountain and Cambodia's remarkable landscapes.

Starting with a convenient pick-up from your Luang Prabang hotel between 8:00 am and 8:30 am, our friendly English-speaking guide will introduce you to the majestic Lao elephants at the Elephant Village Camp. Get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures during the Elephant Feeding activity and learn about their behavior and habits.

Explore the Elephant Village, including visits to the elephant hospital, museum, gallery, and dung paper making facility. Gain insight into the vital conservation work happening to protect these incredible animals. Become a Mahout for the day, paired with an elephant, and learn commands and techniques to guide and communicate with them. Embark on a 2 km trek along the Trail of Falls, surrounded by lush jungle scenery exclusive to our camp.

Savor a picnic box lunch at our forest restaurant and continue your adventure with another 1 km trek leading to the breathtaking Tad Sae Waterfall. Take a refreshing swim in the cool natural pools, depending on seasonal conditions. Return to the camp with a boat trip across the Nam Khan River aboard a traditional Laolong boat, witnessing local fishing techniques along the way.

After breakfast, your private guide and driver will meet you in the lobby of your hotel to kickstart your day. Enjoy a scenic drive of approximately 30 kilometers to reach the breathtaking KuangSi Waterfalls, where your itinerary begins.

Along the way, take a captivating detour to Ban Na Ouan, a Hmong minority village. Immerse yourself in the local culture and learn about their daily lifestyle, gaining insights into their unique traditions. Continue your journey to the enchanting Butterfly Park, where you can relax amidst the serene surroundings and encounter various species of butterflies. Experience the soothing sound of the waterfalls and indulge yourself with a natural fish spa.

Delight your taste buds at Restaurant Carpe Diem, located just before reaching KuangSi Waterfalls. This charming establishment, run by a young French chef, offers an exquisite culinary experience blending Western and Lao flavors. After a delectable lunch, take time to unwind and enjoy the natural pool or treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage at the base of the waterfalls.

Spend the afternoon exploring the captivating Kuang Si Waterfalls and its scenic surroundings. Make a visit to the "Bear Lao" Bear Sanctuary, where rescued bears are rehabilitated along the path leading to the waterfall pools. Wander along the Kuang Si Waterfalls, marvel at the crystal-clear blue pools, and immerse yourself in the serene landscape. For the adventurous, climb to the top of the falls using the path on the left or take a refreshing swim in the designated area.

Discover Bagan, the captivating city of pagodas and a remarkable archaeological site in central Myanmar. The main attraction is the Bagan Archaeological Zone, offering a vast expanse of religious sites to explore at your own pace. Whether you choose to cycle, take a cart, or soar in a hot air balloon, the choice is yours.

Witness the awe-inspiring sunset from the highest point of the Bagan Archaeological Zone, providing a perfect opportunity for capturing stunning photographs. Don't miss the iconic Ananda Temple, a masterpiece built in 1091 AD, representing the transition to the Middle period. Marvel at its artistic design and the pagoda adorned with an umbrella, a distinctive symbol found in Myanmar's pagodas.

Immerse yourself in history at Shwezigon Paya, one of the oldest temples in the region. Admire its circular gold leaf-gilded stupa surrounded by smaller temples and shrines. Explore the unique Thatbyinnyu Temple, shaped like a cross, and marvel at its seated Buddha image on the second story.

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon flight over the historical area of Bagan. After being picked up by the expert balloon staff, start your day with a delightful breakfast and freshly brewed coffee. Meet your experienced British pilot who will guide you through a brief safety briefing. As anticipation builds, witness the mesmerizing sight of the balloons inflating, a process that takes approximately 15 minutes.

As the sun begins to rise, board the balloon and ascend into the tranquil sky before sunrise. For 45 minutes, delight in the enchanting experience of floating above Bagan's iconic temples, stupas, and stunning landscapes. The flight route varies each day, dictated by the wind, ensuring a unique and awe-inspiring journey.

Upon a safe landing, the dedicated crew will greet you with warmth and excitement. Celebrate your unforgettable adventure with a bottle of chilled sparkling wine and toast to your safe return. To mark this extraordinary experience, you will also receive a flight certificate as a cherished memento of your hot air balloon journey.

Embark on an unforgettable speedboat journey from Boat Lagoon Marina to the stunning Phi Phi Islands, one of Thailand's most sought-after natural attractions. This exclusive day trip includes a private transfer and join-in activities, ensuring a personalized and engaging experience for travelers.

To avoid the crowds, our first stop is Bamboo Island, a hidden gem known for its pristine white sandy beach and mesmerizing emerald waters. Here, you can relax, swim, and soak up the tropical paradise vibes. Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters during a snorkeling session off Yoong Island, where you'll encounter fascinating antler corals and vibrant marine life.

Arriving at Koh Phi Phi Don, the main island of the Phi Phi archipelago, take a break for a simple yet satisfying local buffet lunch. Energized and refreshed, you'll have the opportunity to visit Viking Cave, located on the northeastern tip of the island. Famous for its swifts' nests, which are used in the renowned Bird's Nest Soup, this cave is a unique sight to behold.

Begin your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup and transfer to the Royal Phuket Marina. Departing at 10:00 am, our first stop is Panak Island, where you'll have the chance to discover stunning caves and lagoons, surrounded by incredible rock formations. Continue to Hong Island for an exciting canoeing experience through hidden passages and intricate mangrove forests.

The tour takes a cinematic turn as we visit the famous James Bond Island, also known as Tapu Island. Marvel at the iconic landscapes featured in a James Bond film and capture unforgettable moments amidst the stunning limestone cliffs. A delightful lunch awaits at Koh Panyi, a fascinating Muslim village built entirely on stilts over the turquoise waters. Experience the unique charm of this historical village and savor a delicious meal.

Afterward, we'll head to Koh Kai Nai Island, where crystal-clear waters and vibrant marine life await. Take a refreshing dip, snorkel, or simply relax on the secluded beach, immersing yourself in the tranquility of this tropical paradise. As the day comes to an end, we'll return to the Royal Phuket Marina, with hotel transfers provided at 5:00 pm. Prepare to be enchanted by Phang Nga Bay's remarkable beauty and create lasting memories on this unforgettable

Stay at the captivating island of Phuket for a day of relaxation and exploration. Bask under palm trees, soak up the sun on sandy beaches, and swim in crystal-clear waters. Discover the island's charm as you stroll through the old town, visit the sacred Big Buddha, and capture stunning sunrise/sunset views from viewpoints. For adventure seekers, a speedboat excursion to Phang Nga Bay unveils its awe-inspiring limestone cliffs. Enjoy the ultimate island getaway as Phuket offers a perfect blend of relaxation and excitement.

Begin your day with a morning visit to the historic Wat Chedi Luang, a temple with a rich history dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries. Although the Emerald Buddha now resides in Bangkok's Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Chedi Luang still holds its own allure. Discover the remarkable architecture and don't miss the impressive jade replica of the revered Buddha.

Next, venture to Wat Suan Dok, located just outside Chiang Mai's ancient city walls. Originally built in the 14th century, this temple provided accommodation to esteemed visiting priests and shelter for local monks during rainfall. Experience the peaceful atmosphere and marvel at the temple's serene beauty.

Embark on a scenic drive to Doi Suthep Mountain, allowing you to soak in the breathtaking views of Northern Thailand's majestic mountains and lush forests. The highlight of the tour awaits at Wat Phra That, one of the region's most sacred temples. Established in 1383 AD, this temple offers a glimpse into centuries of religious devotion. Climb 309 steps to reach the temple (or opt for a tram for a small fee), where you can admire panoramic views over the city.

Participate in the cherished Thai festival of Loy Krathong, also known as the floating lantern festival, and embrace the local culture and traditions. Join us for an unforgettable evening at a serene riverside restaurant, offering picturesque views of the Ping River.

Engage in the art of lantern-making as skilled instructors guide you through creating your own Thai lantern using traditional materials. Let your creativity shine as you design a unique and beautiful lantern. Immerse yourself in the process, experiencing the local craftsmanship firsthand.

After crafting your lantern, indulge in a delectable a la carte dinner featuring delicious northern Thai dishes. Delight in the flavors while enjoying the captivating sunset over the tranquil river, adding a touch of magic to the atmosphere.

As darkness begins to envelop the surroundings, it is time to release your beautifully decorated floating lantern onto a pond or the river. Observe as the lanterns gracefully float away, illuminating the night sky. Don't forget to make a wish as you watch your lantern join the others in creating a mesmerizing display.

Experience the vibrant culinary scene of Chiang Mai on an enticing street food tour. Known for its visually stunning landscapes, Chiang Mai is equally acclaimed as a culinary haven, offering a mouthwatering fusion of Northern Thai, Burmese, and Lao cuisine.

Embark on a flavorful adventure as you explore the bustling street food scene in the Three Kings Monument area, situated in the heart of the town center. Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere and indulge in a variety of delectable dishes sold from stalls and shophouses.

Savor Northern Thai-style noodle soup, tantalizing stir-fries, iconic Phad Thai, fragrant khao mangai (chicken rice), and the famous khao soi—a Burmese-influenced noodle dish that is a true delight. Treat your taste buds to a vivid array of fresh fruits and discover the sweet pleasures of authentic Thai desserts.

Experience the enchantment of the Chiang Mai CAD Khomloy Sky Lantern Festival with our convenient standard ticket, which includes round-way shared transfers for your ease and comfort. Immerse yourself in the captivating Lanna culture as you witness cultural performances such as the Lanna sword dance, boxing demonstrations, and traditional Lanna sword making. Indulge in authentic Lanna Thai snacks, desserts, and beverages while enjoying the sounds of Lanna drums during a warm welcome to the festival.

Join the religious ceremony in front of the majestic pagoda, where chanting and meditation create a spiritual atmosphere. As the sky darkens, witness the magical sight of lanterns being launched into the night sky, creating a breathtaking display of lights and wishes. After the ceremony concludes, transportation will be provided for your return to Maya Shopping Center.

Our guide will help you transfer from your hotel to Chiang Mai Airport for departure with independentcar/van and guide.

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• Private transfers and English-speaking tour guide
• All guided sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
• Hand-picked star-rating accommodations
• Breakfasts at hotels and lunches for every guided day
• Governmental taxes

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A Glimpse of Bangkok and Yangon – 6 Days

Tour Route: Bangkok (Grand Palace – Floating market – Rose Garden) – Yangon (Sule Pagoda – Chaukhtayi Pagoda – Kandawgyi Lake – Shwedagon Pagoda)

Tour Highlights

• Explore Bangkok’s Grand Palace and Temples.
• Discover the Charming Canals of Bangkok.
• Immerse Yourself in the Ancient City of Ayutthaya.
• Experience the Golden Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon.
• Enjoy Authentic Cuisine and Cultural Experiences.
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This 6-day Thailand and Myanmar vacation is specially designed for those who are busy in mind with the first 3 nights in Bangkok – the hub for traveling in Southeast Asia with its lively urban and amazing temples, floating market, city canals. The last 2 nights will be in the former capital of Burma – Yangon with the symbol golden Shwedagon Pagoda.

General Information

Duration:  6 Days/5 Nights Start/End:  Bangkok/Yangon Tour Route: Bangkok (Grand Palace – Floating market – Rose Garden) – Yangon (Sule Pagoda – Chaukhtayi Pagoda – Kandawgyi Lake – Shwedagon Pagoda) Tour Type: Landscape, History, Experience, In-depth Cultural Tour Category : Myanmar Thailand tour

Experience this 6-day Bangkok and Yangon Tour With:

Guides: hand-picked best tour guides with deep knowledge, humor, profession (English speaking guides, other languages upon request) Drivers:  polite,  friendly, responsible, reliable with many years of driving experience Vehicles:  comfortable, spacious, air-conditioned & clean Meals: meals are arranged at local restaurants so you can taste authentic Burmese cuisine Accommodation:  various types of accommodation are available, from 5-star hotels, 4-star hotels in the best location, good value 3-star hotels, to boutique hotels reflect the style of the region

Brief Itinerary

Thailand Itinerary 4 Days Day 1: Bangkok arrival (D) Day 2: Bangkok – Grand Palace and City Canals (B, L) Day 3: Bangkok – Ayutthaya Ancient Town (B, L) Day 4: Bangkok – Yangon (B, D) Myanmar Itinerary 2 days Day 5: Yangon city tour (B) Day 6: Yangon Departure (B)

Please note that every element of the tour below can be tailored. Tell us your specific interest and we will be happy to make adjustments for you. This inquiry is totally free and you are under no obligation!

Day 1: Bangkok arrival (D)

Welcome on arrival at Suvarnabhumi Bangkok Airport in Thailand – the land of smiles, we will transfer to our hotel. After a short rest, we will visit  Jim Thompson’s House with its wide range of Thai paintings, Sawankalok Pottery, Benjarong porcelain, and Khmer statues. This extensive collection is housed in six old teak houses set in a lush garden. In the evening, we will have dinner with authentic Thai food. After dinner, our guide will show us around the Asiatique night market , one of the largest and the most interesting night markets in Bangkok. After that, we will back to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

Day 2: Bangkok – Grand Palace and City Canals (B, L)

After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the most beautiful temples Wat Phrakaew which is famous for the Emerald Buddha Image, and the Royal Grand Palace, dedicated to the Thai Royal Family’s ceremony. We will then visit Bangkok Canal by motorboat, which is renowned as the long-tailed boat. The boat passes the Royal Barges Museum , the beautiful ornament boat, which has been used in the royal procession. Visitors will have a chance to observe part of the Thai belief and the secret activities during their visit. Along the way, pass by the most famous royal temple, the temple of Dawn, or Wat Arun , view Bangkok’s most stunning landmark, the Pang , before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Bangkok.

Day 3: Bangkok  – Ayutthaya Ancient Town  (B, L)

Today is a full day to explore the former capital city of Siam, Ayutthaya . Well known as the Venice of the East, Ayutthaya is brimmed with Buddhist temples, monasteries, and ancient statues recognized as the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Upon here, we will make our first visit to Wat Pra Sri Sanphet and Wat Chai Wattanaram to marvel at the magnificent man-made masterpieces of the Thai dating back to the 15th century. After a cozy lunch at a local restaurant, take a drive toward the northwest Ayutthaya to visit Wat Lokaya Sutha to admire 42 meters long reclining Buddha image wrapped in brightly colred orange cloth. Finally, fulfill your trip at Wat Phra Mahthat , one of the most photographed spots in Ayutthaya. Get your camera ready to take the best shots of the exotic large stone Buddha head set in a colossal and deep-rooted tree. Overnight in Bangkok.

Day 4: Bangkok – Yangon (B, D)

Time will be free until our car arrives to take us to the airport for a noon flight to Yangon. Welcome upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, we will transfer to our hotel. This evening, we will have dinner at Karaweik Palace , overlooking the Royal Lake and Shwedagon tower with fine Burmese food and an amazing cultural show. Overnight in Yangon.

Day 5: Yangon city tour (B)

Today, we continue visiting this former capital city. We first visit the Sule Pagoda , in the heart of Yangon city; Chauk Htat Gyi Pagoda and Kandawgyi Lake. After lunch, we discover the most outstanding pagoda in Yangon: Shwedagon Pagoda . The “Golden Pagoda” is really a must see while we are in Myanmar. We will finish our day with free time for shopping in the bustling Scott market . Overnight in Yangon.

Day 6: Yangon Departure (B)

Time will be free until our car arrives to take us to Yangon International airport for the flight home. Tour ends.

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