Overview
Myanmar has rich cultural heritage that has been passed down for many generations through 135 ethnic tribes. Combine this with beautiful sceneries, Myanmar is the perfect place to have a cultural excursion for you to dive into different cultures. This program combines the highlights of Myanmar and the Manaw festival, where you can explore the beliefs and customs of the native people in Myanmar.
Highlights
- Experience the Manaw Festivatal of the Kachin tribe, their beliefs and customs
- Take a scenic cruise along the Malikha and Maykha Rivers and their confluence
- Explore Myanmar’s most iconic destinations: Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay & Inle
DAY 01
Arrival Mandalay
Welcome at Mandalay International Airport and transfer to hotel. Afternoon city tour in Mandalay start for visiting of traditional handicraft workshops such as, marble carving, gold leaves beating, Kuthodaw Pagoda – the world biggest book, Shwenandaw (Golden Palace) Monastery.
Finally enjoy the sunset on top of Mandalay Hill where we can admire the beauty of Mandalay City, Shan Plateau, etc. Come back to hotel and leisure. Overnight in Mandalay.
DAY 02
Excursion Sagaing & Ava. Enjoy the sunset at U Bein
Early morning leave for Sagaing (around 06:30am) and direct drive to the SMALL JADE MARKET in Sagaing and visit (Busiest time of Jade market is around 07:30am).
Continue visit KA NAR TAW Village where villagers are earning making Myanmar Traditional Toys and distributing it to the pagodas. We can see Myanmar traditional toys in every pagodas and which are attracting to the children. We can learn the process of making toys in the village (remark: workshops will be close on full moon day / Dark moon day and Sabbath days). Then visit KAUNGMUTAW PAGODA, Silver Smith workshop and then drive up to Sagaing Hill, the place of over 700 monasteries. Visit Soon Oo Pon Nya Shin Pagoda where we can observe the fascinating landscapes of the Ayeyarwaddy River from serene Sagaing Hill. Continue to Ava and visit by horse carts to Maenu Okkyaung Monastery – built by the chief queen in 1818, Nan Myint Tower – 27 meter masonry high, Bargayar Monastery – well known for its wood carving with 267 teak pillars. Come back to Amarpaura and enjoy the sunset by crossing Over U Bein Bridge. Overnight in Mandalay.
DAY 03
Mandalay - Myitkyina
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Myitkina. Transfer and check in at the hotel. Afternoon, excursion to Myitson – 45 km away from Myikyinar and it is original of Ayeyarwaddy River. It’s originally from the confluence of Malihka & Manka Rivers. Enjoy boat trip along Myitson. Drive back to Myitkyina and on the way back visit Karain Naw Bridge. Overnight at Myitkyina.
DAY 04
Myitkyina
Visit beautiful local market. Hsu Taung Pye Zedidaw – gilded pagoda which is situated on the banks of Ayeyarwady River, Andawshin Paya – silver plated zedi. Afternoon, you may enjoy the preparation of Manaw festival. Overnight at Myitkyina.
DAY 05
Myitkyina
Visit Manaw New Year festival and night market. Overnight at Myitkyina.
DAY 06
Myitkyina - Mandalay
Transfer to the airport for the flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival, transfer and check in at the hotel. Leisure on your own and overnight in Mandalay.
DAY 07
Mandalay-Bagan [4/5 hours]
Drive to Bagan and observe the life of the rural area on the way such as producing the palm sweets. We may stop several places for making the photos and knowing the countryside. Check in at the hotel and leisure. Overnight in Bagan.
DAY 08
Bagan
Visit colorful local market, Shwezigon Pagoda – the glory of Bagan, Htilominlo Temple – the best pilaster carving, Nathtaukkyaung Monastery – monastery made of teak wood, Ananda Temple – the masterpiece of Bagan, Gubyaukgyi Temple – the best mural paintings of 11th century, Manuha Temple -huge Buddha Images, Dhamayangyi Temple – the biggest temple in Bagan, Sulamani Temple – the 12th century templethe lacquerware workshop – the unique of Bagan, etc. Finally, enjoy the sunset on top of a Sunset Hill. Overnight in Bagan.
DAY 09
Bagan
Visit Lawkananda pagoda, which has the fascinating river view, Payathonezu temples with mural paintings, Nagayon Temple of 11th century, Apyeyadanar Temple with mural paintings, etc. In the late afternoon, visit Minanathu village to observe the life of people. Finally, we may take the boat ride on the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River during the sunset time. Overnight in Bagan./p>
DAY 10
Bagan - Heho - Pindaya - Inle
Transfer to the airport and flight to Heho. Upon arrival at Heho airport, Drive to Pindaya by enjoying the marvelous landscapes of hilly region with vegetables plantation, terrace landing cultivation, etc. Visit the Pindaya Caves – houses 8094 Buddha Images. And then continue to Inle Lake. Transfer and check in at the hotel and overnight at Inle Lake.
DAY 11
Excursion Inle
Boat excursion on the lake. Visit to the local tribe market if coincides, In Thein Pagodas, Lotus petal robe & silk weaving looms at Inn Paw Khone village, Phaungdaw Oo Pagoda the most venerable pagoda on the lake, Ngaphechaung monastery, etc. Overnight at Inle Lake.
DAY 12
Inle - Heho - Yangon
Transfer to Heho airport and flight to Yangon. Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and check in.
Walking tour starts with Colonial Area as the city featuring the faded colonial architecture of the old post office, Pansodan Street with Colonial architecture Building and walk up to the Pansodan Bridge to make good photos of colonial area and bustling street. Continue walk to High Court and Mahabandoola Garden including the Independence Monument along the way and Sule Pagoda, heart of City Center. Then visit Chauk-htet-kyi Pagoda; to see life like Reclining Buddha Image in guest-receiving position with Buddhist Monasteries around the Temple. In the evening, visit to the magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda; one of the wonders in the world and noted for its religious significance and artistic beauty. Enjoy the sun-set from the Great Temple. Offer the Planetary Post which belongs to your Birthday with water, flowers, candle lights, and incense sticks. Then back to Yangon and leisure. Overnight in Yangon .
DAY 13
Departure
Transfer to International Airport for departure.
Remarks
- Recommended in January as this is annually celebrated in January but the dates may change accordingly to the lunar calendar
- We recommend combining this festival with other destination upon your choice
- Able to customize the tour to your desires
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