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4-Day Unique Bagan Tour

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Overview

Bagan was the capital of the first Myanmar Empire, and one of the richest archaeological sites in Southeast Asia.

Sitting on the eastern bank of the Irrawaddy River the magic of Bagan has inspired visitors to Myanmar for nearly 1,000 years. On this Bagan tour you learn about a preserved culture that extends from Bagan to Mount Popa has you visit temples, stupas and pagodas as well as villages and workshops in Bagan and beyond.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Cruising
Outdoors & Nature

Itinerary

Day 1

Full-Day Bagan Tour

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Full-Day Bagan Tour

Today you begin your Bagan tour. You'll visit Nyaung U Farmers Market and some of the most important pagodas and temples, such as Shwezigon Pagoda, Gu Byauk Gyi Temple, Htilominlo temple, Ananda Temple, and Dhammayangyi Temple. Finish the day at a faster pace on a horse and cart ride to the ancient temples in Bagan as the sunsets.

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    Accommodation

    Shwe Yee Pwint Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Nyaung U Market

    Shwezigon Pagoda

    Htilominlo Temple

    Ananda Temple

    Lacquerware Workshop

    Horse and Cart Ride in Old Bagan

    Manuha Temple

    Sunset over Old Bagan

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    Restaurants

    Nanda RestaurantOptional Activity: AU$ 25 per person

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bagan Nyaung-U Airport to Old Bagan

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    Destinations

    Nyaung-U

    Mandalay Region

    Old Bagan

    Myin Ka Bar

Day 2

Salay and Popa Sightseeing

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Salay and Popa Sightseeing

This morning visit Yoke Sone Kyaung, a cultural heritage site situated on the eastern bank of the Irrawaddy River, famous for its spectacular woodcarvings. You'll also go to the native town of the famous writer, Salay U Pone Nya, who was famous during the time of the Myanmar Kings. Then, drive to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano known as a pilgrimage site with numerous Nat temples and relic sites atop the mountain.

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    Accommodation

    Popa Garden Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Yoke Sone Kyaung

    Mount Popa

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Old Bagan to Mount Popa

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Nyaung-U

    Sa Lay

    Mandalay Region

    Myingyan

Day 3

Mount Popa Village Walk and Sunset Cruise

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Mount Popa Village Walk and Sunset Cruise

Take a walk in one of the villages around Mount Popa and make some new friends. Then you'll head back to Bagan, stopping in a palm sugar workshop and a school where you can teach a little bit of English to the children. In the evening, after some time to relax, you'll enjoy a private sunset cruise on the Irrawaddy River with a drink of your choice.

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    Accommodation

    Shwe Yee Pwint Hotel3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Mount Popa Village Walk

    Ayeyarwady River Bagan Sunset Cruise

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mount Popa to Old Bagan

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Myingyan

    Nyaung-U

    Old Bagan

Day 4

Departure

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Departure

You might have some free time in the morning to do some last-minute shopping. Then, we'll take you to the airport for your departure.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Old Bagan to Bagan Nyaung-U Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Nyaung-U

Included in Price

  • 3 nights accommodation
  • 12 activities
  • 3 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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