Early morning, you will leave by car to a major port and important trading centre know as Syriam and visit Yele Pagoda at Kyauktan; it sits on a tiny island in the river. Explore the pagodas and riverside market where you can buy the dry fish, prawns and marine products. Next we will visit Kyaikkhauk Pagoda; an imposing golden stupa before returning to Yangon. Dress Code: For religious reason, the modest and decent dress is required such as wearing to cover your knees. Shoes must be removed before entering the Pagoda since most religious grounds not allow wearing shoes, sandal, thong or flip-flop and socks.
Enjoy this tour and immerse yourself in Yangon culture and traditions!
HIGHLIGHTS:
* Explore Chaukhtetkyi Pagoda and its revered reclining Buddha
* Wander through a local residential neighbourhood and the beautiful Kandawgyi Park
* Marvel at the beauty of the Shwedagon Pagoda and its iconic golden dome
* Observe locals and monks offering their devotions as the sun sets across the golden Pagoda
Ready to see what all the fuss is about? Burma (Myanmar) has a truly fascinating history, tradition, and culture, and this Yangon city tour will give you the opportunity to explore some of the city’s icons and better understand local life here. Meet your local, English-speaking guide, jump in our van, and head to head to Chaukhtetkyi Pagoda, home to a reclining Buddha that's one of the most honoured in the country and one of the largest in all of Myanmar.
Continue with a walk through the local residential area, through Kandawgyi Park. Along the way, your guide will share local stories and anecdotes, as well as answer the many questions you likely have about local life in the city. We’ll pause for a tea break and people watching before heading into the Shwedagon Pagoda. Inside the eastern entrance of the Pagoda you’ll find a very different type of local market, which will give you an idea of how significant Buddhism is in daily life here in Burma.
After enjoying the market for a bit, we’ll climb a long, stair-filled corridor up to the Pagoda platform, accompanied by your guide’s explanation of locals’ unique Buddhist beliefs. The magnificent golden dome of the Pagoda rises an impressive 98 metres above its base and is said to have been covered with tons and tons of pure gold, along with numerous precious stones such as jade, rubies, sapphires, and diamonds. Humbling in its beauty, the Pagoda dome is one of the city’s most iconic places, and is the perfect spot in which to cap off a Yangon city tour of tradition and culture.
After sufficient time exploring the Pagoda and its dome, we’ll meet our van and head back to the meeting point, about a thirty-minute drive away. Should you wish to remain at the Pagoda, you are welcome to do so, however you will be responsible for your own transportation back into the centre of town.
Our tour guide will pick you up at 7am. We will visit Scott’s Market or known as Bogyoke market, where there is time to browse through the dozens of stalls and shops. This is Yangon's best market for handicrafts and other goods. Besides that you also drop by Indian Market, Vegetable & Fruit Market and you will have a chance to experience the locals bargaining and trading their products in sometimes hectic atmosphere & shop till you drop.
After that we visit Bothataung Pagoda located on the river side and stroll along Yangon river to watch the many boats loading and unloading, and intermingle in the daily life in Yangon.
This morning guests will meet by their guide and driver for a day spent exploring the best of Yangon’s foods. Start with a visit to one of downtown’s main morning markets. Here vendors gather to sell everything from fresh fruit and vegetables to fish and meats, as well as a variety of dipping sauces and pastes popular in Burmese cooking (including the famous balachung - a mix of fish paste and chili).
Continue past many vendors selling breakfast treats popular with the locals, such as pancakes, steamed sticky rice with beans and fried delights such as donuts and samosas. There are also dozens of noodle stalls in the area where locals gather for a tasty breakfast on their way to work or school. Guests will be able to stop and taste some of these treats as they walk by.
A short drive to Seikkan Tha Street will then allow guests to explore another morning market area, with many stalls selling Roti Prata, flowers and fruits. Try a bite of Roti Prata or an exotic local fruit. Having worked up a thirst, guests will stop at Maung Aye Tea Shop - a local favorite which serves sweet Burmese tea (called le phet yay) and local snacks.
Crossing the street, the next stop is at Shwe Myot Taw, an Indian restaurant with great Roti Prata, and Padauk Yeik. Meaning ‘in the shade of the gum tree’, this stall is a popular place to have le phet thoke, Burmese tea leaf salad. The fermented tea leaves are served with a selection of fried nuts and beans and can be washed down with a fresh fruit juice.
Finally, transfer to Feel Restaurant for lunch. This restaurant is a popular with locals who come for the delicious curries, and by 1.30PM the food is often sold out. Sample an array of local curries all accompanied by dozens of vegetables, some dips and a soup. This is a very traditional, tasty Burmese lunch and the perfect way to complete this day of culinary exploration in Yangon. After lunch transfer back to the hotel.
Breakfast at the hotel. Then take a walk through to Eastern part of Inle Lake. Firstly we're heading to small hillock to Htat Eain village which has famous for natural lime stone cave and nearby monastery. (Taungyoe Tribe village) After that we are going to climb up seven stupa Hill and Lwekin village. The village people grow cheroot plants (for traditional cigar leaves), corn and beans to see their daily live in the farms. We also walk passed the small reservoir and the natural spring which make fresh up to everybody. It also supplies fresh water for village people.
And then we are going to one of the hill tribe village called KoneSone (Actually Pa-O & Taungyoe are living there) and stop for lunch. In this village, you can explore how to dry the cheroot leaves in a specially design oven. After finish lunch go to Taungbu village on the way you can see village primary school and walk back to Nyaung Shwe. On the way we can visit to red mountain wine garden & vineyard which produce famous wine and pass through to Kandaw and NyaungPhyu village ( where tribe people are living ) and arrive Nyaung Shwe town.
Las carreteras sinuosas te esperan en esta magnífica excursión para explorar la hermosa región natural de Pyin Oo Lwin. Tan solo a una hora de viaje desde Mandalay, este pintoresco paisaje rural será la escapada perfecta para aquellos que visiten el norte de Birmania.
Aunque en su origen era un puesto militar, en la actualidad Pyin Oo Lwin es un destino popular entre los visitantes de fuera y los locales. Las vistosas casas coloniales aparecen en medio del entorno rural, con numerosos puntos de observación para disfrutar de sus magníficas vistas. Plantaciones de flores, fresas, piñas y café se extienden ante tus ojos, y los visitantes pueden observar a los trabajadores haciendo su labor. En el mercado, regálate alguno de los artículos artesanales cuidadosamente elaborados por los comerciantes locales. Salte del camino marcado y descubre este maravilloso entorno de primera mano con una excursión por alguna de las muchas vías peatonales o ciclistas. Revive un auténtico día en la Pyin Oo Lwin del pasado al subir en un auténtico carruaje de la época y visita los numerosos lugares históricos de la zona. Otros atractivos de esta fantástica excursión son el hermoso jardín botánico, el encantador templo chino y la espectacular cascada de Pwe Kauk, por nombrar algunos. También tendrás ocasión de saborear los auténticos sabores y aromas tradicionales durante el almuerzo en un restaurante local.
Sumérgete en este acogedor ambiente rural y su maravilloso clima y aprovecha esta ocasión de relajarte lejos del ajetreo de la ciudad antes de volver a Mandalay. Las excursiones salen a las 8:30 horas desde la recepción del hotel, y el precio incluye el guía de habla inglesa, un vehículo dotado de aire acondicionado, conductor y los tickets de entrada.
Day 1 - arrive at Yangon and Yangon Sightseeing.
Upon arrival at airport, welcome by our Guide and he will be held on placard with your name on it. And then transfer to hotel for check-in. Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is still a relatively quiet and charming city. Its impressive colonial and spiritual heritage makes Yangon one of the most fascinating and authentic capitals of South-East Asia. This afternoon, transfer to Yangon Heritage Trust’s downtown office where their specially-trained guide will give a briefing about the progress, and challenges to come, of preserving the city’s buildings. Afterwards, begin a 2.5 hour walking tour through central Yangon. Starting at Yangon’s Heritage Trust Office on Lower Pansodan Road and Highlights include City Hall, the High Court and the former Burma Railways Company – one of Yangon’s oldest administrative buildings.
From here, continue to Shwedagon Pagoda the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Although the origins of the pagoda are unclear, the local legend states that the original structure was built 2500 years ago then renovated several times until taking its current shape in the 15th century. The 8-sided central stupa is 99 meters tall and gilded with gold leaf and is surrounded by 64 smaller stupas and your guide will show you around the massive complex, explaining why this temple is so revered. Enjoy breathtaking views of the golden stupa from this vantage point. Stay overnight at hotel in Yangon (Summit Park View).
Day 2 - Yangon and Golden Rock Pagoda.
After breakfast, you will overland drive to KyaikHto to go to the Golden Rock (driving hour about 4 hours). One the way, we visit to Htaukkyant War Cemetery. Then proceed to overland driving to Golden Rock. Arrive at pilgrim-village is a starting point to the famous Golden Rock. From our hotel in Kyaikhtiyo we first take a truck and then enjoy the trekking to Golden Rock, it will take about 1 hour up the hill to enjoy the sunset at the Golden Rock. The famous 'Golden Rock' is a sacred, massive gold-leafed boulder delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff near the top of Mt. Kyaikhtiyo and it is one of the most revered Buddhist shrines. Lunch and Dinner at local good restaurant. Stay overnight at Golden Rock Pagoda (Mountain Top Hotel).
Day 3 - Golden Rock, Bago and Yangon.
After morning breakfast, you will check out Hotel. Then, drive back to Yangon by coach. On the way, visit to Bago, Located only 80 km, was an ancient capital of Mon Kingdom in 15th century and enjoy the Bago sightseeing including Shwethalyaung Reclining Buddha (55 metres long), Shwemawdaw Pagoda, Myo Ma Local Market, 28 meter high huge Buddha Image of Kyaikpun Pagoda, Chinese Kwanyin Temple and upon your interest, you can visit the Kanbawzathardi Palace of King Bayinnaung. Lunch and dinner at local restaurant. Stay overnight at hotel in Yangon (Summit Park View).
La duración mínima de esta actividad es de 6 días
Esta actividad es para un mínimo de 2 personas
Mahasi Monastery, one of the best monasteries in Yangon for meditation training. Mahasi is renowned as an 'Educational Spa' throughout Myanmar and many pilgrims come here to learn, study and practice Vipassana meditation. Mahasi usually requires a minimum of one-week of study for the local yogis however they have granted special permission for our clients for a one-day program.
First you'll meet with the venerable monk who will discuss the importance of meditation in the life of the Burmese Buddhist people (in English). A meditation teacher (monk) will be there to teach you techniques and methods that have been used for centuries. After an hour of instruction and discussion it is time to practice what you have learned.
Move into the meditation hall for your practice session. Slip away into a deep meditative state, relaxing in the quiet, peaceful setting of Mahasi.
Afterwards return to your hotel or continue your spiritual afternoon with a visit to Shwedagon Pagoda.
Shwedagon is the most revered temple in Myanmar and, in the late afternoon, many nuns, monks and pilgrims gather there to say their evening prayers. Learn about the history and importance of this site with your local guide and enjoy the magical scene as the setting sun casts gorgeous colors onto the 90-metre tall golden stupa.
Afterwards return to your hotel or continue your spiritual afternoon with a visit to Shwedagon Pagoda.
This special half-day tour will immerse you into the everyday life of Myanmar’s largest city. Board the local ‘circle train’ which runs from Yangon’s main railway station in a circle around various neighborhoods in town and on the outskirts of town. The slowly traveling train gives you unique opportunity to enjoy observing the lively and colorful life of the rural Burmese people.
Disembark after 45 minutes – 1 hour in Insein Township. One of the city’s best fresh markets is here, filled with vendors and piles of colorful items for sale. Spend time walking amid the stalls examining the fruits, produce and meats on sale as well as chatting with the friendly locals.
Transfer by car back to the city centre of Yangon. Take a short walking tour through Chinatown and Little India, two fabulously diverse and vibrant neighborhoods of Yangon. You’ll see street markets, snack vendors and many places of worship as you walk along the street. Afterwards transfer to your hotel.
Our guide will pick you up at your hotel and lead you on a full-day sightseeing tour to discover the former capital - Yangon. You will hear about the colonial architecture, religious buildings and parks and feel the real Yangon with our tour.
The first stop will be the Sule Pagoda—a Burmese stupa located in the heart of downtown. After that you will intermingle with locals in one of the colorful local markets before heading to the Strand Hotel for a drink. Before lunch, you’ll visit the reclining Buddha known as Chauk Htat Gyi (reclining Buddha). Enjoy your lunch at local restaurant with popular cuisines in Burma such as Kachin, Shan and Rakhine.
In the afternoon we will lead you to a small station where you’ll hop on the famous circular train for a 30- to 45-minute ride. Enjoy the slow pace of this antique railway used by locals, monks and vendors. The train will bring you right behind Bogyoke Aung San Market at the centre of Yangon. You'll have time to explore the city's largest selection of Burmese handicrafts before your guide takes you back to your hotel.