Destination:YANGON - TWANTAY - BAGAN - HEHO - INLE LAKE
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, you will be welcome by our VietLong Guide and transferred to hotel.
Yangon,
formerly known as Rangoon, is a relatively quiet and charming city. Its
impressive colonial and spiritual heritage makes it one of the most
fascinating cities in South East Asia. Lunch at Padonmar Restaurant.
This
afternoon, your journey begins with sightseeing around the city and
its’ colonial buildings. Continue to the National Museum where a tour
of the priceless ancient artifacts, works of art and historic
memorabilia will help you gain insight in to the country’s history. Of
particular note are the three halls on the ground floor, which hold
exhibits on the evolution the Myanmar alphabet, the Lion Throne Room,
and artifacts from the Yatanabon Period. Following your Museum visit,
continue to the Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home to a 70metre long reclining
Buddha.
As the evening approaches, we arrive at Myanmar’s holiest
monument, the Shwedagon Pagoda. A towering stupa covered with 60 tons
of pure gold leaf.
Dinner and Overnight in Yangon.
Optional Visit:
The Thiripyitsaya Sky Bistro is perched on the 20th floor of Sakura
Tower, overlooking panoramic views of metropolis. From here, one can get
the scenic view of Yangon River and the environs. It is fascinating
place to visit; one can share the freshness of unforgettable days in
Myanmar with their family and friends at home.
Price: 8.- US Dollars per person
After
breakfast, set-off on a walking tour of downtown Yangon where you will
experience the bustle of every day life, local vendors selling their
wares, and the faded colonial atmosphere of the city.
Feast on fresh, delicious local cuisine at Monsoon restaurant’ 
This
afternoon, visit to ‘National Races Village’ at Thaketa Township. Here
you will have an opportunity to learn about the culture, traditions,
and living style of the ethnic minorities of Myanmar. A very diverse
country, much of the population belongs to the Kachin, Kayah, Kayin,
Chin, Bamar, Mon, Rakhine and Shan people. Children and adults will
enjoy learning about the lifestyles of these people and the colourful
traditional outfits that they wear. Traditional houses are on display
to explore the living quarters found throughout the country, each with
unique symbols and building styles particular to the people. Photos
opportunities abound, as children are invited to try on the traditional
dresses at each village. Additionally, the ‘National Races Village’
contains 7.5 acres of mangrove forests within the 117-acre village site
which are being preserved for educational activities.
Transfer back to Yangon and rest of your day at leisure at your hotel.
Dinner and Overnight in Yangon.
Day 3: Myanmar Family Tours: Yangon Sightseeing Tours – Twantay – Yangon ( By boat ) - Boat trips ( B /L/ D )
After
breakfast, transfer to jetty for boat trip to Twantay, a peaceful town
on the bank of the Twantay Canal. It is located 14 ½ miles (23.2 km)
away from Yangon and the boat trip takes approximately 2 hours. Along
the way, observe life upon the river- from the fishermen casting their
nets to the villages set upon the banks on the outskirts of Yangon.
Lunch onboard.
Up
on arrival to Twantay, travel by local trishaw through the village.
Stop at the local market and Shwesandaw Zedi. Your final visit is to a
pottery village. Twantay is known for creating fantastic
pottery
and here you can watch the locals demonstrating the traditional
techniques for creating earthen wares. Transfer back to Yangon and
rest of your day at leisure at your hotel.
Dinner and Overnight in Yangon.
Day 4: Myanmar Family Tours: Yangon – Bagan ( By flight ) - Sightseeing tours ( B/ L/ D )
This
morning, transfer to the Yangon airport for the flight to Bagan.
Transfer to the hotel and have a chance to freshen up before beginning
your day of sight-seeing. Start with a trip to the colorful Nyaung Oo
Market, before visiting some of the temples of Bagan. Stops include the
Shwezigon Pagoda with its magnificent golden stupa, Wetkyi-In
Gubyaukgyi cave temple with exquisite murals paintings, and the elegant
Htilominlo Temple noted for its fine plaster carvings and glazed
sandstone decorations.
Lunch at Local restaurant.
This
afternoon visit Ananda Temple, an architectural masterpiece of the
early-style temple containing four impressive standing Buddha images.
Continue to the nearby Ananda Okkyaung, one of the few surviving brick
monastery from the early Bagan period. Visit the highest temple
(61metres) in Bagan, before embarking on a horse carriage ride! The
ride will take you past dozens of temples, including Sulamani and
Dhammayangyi, and pass through the traditional village of Taungbi. As
the sun begins to set, climb to one of the upper terraces for views over
the plains of Bagan.
Dinner at local restaurant with marionette show.
Overnight in Bagan.
Day 5: Myanmar Family Tours: Bagan Balloon Riding Trip ( B/ L/ D )
OPTION:
from October to March, early morning hot-air balloon flights over the
plain of Bagan and its 3000 sites. An unforgettable and unique
experience!
Price: 265 - USD per person
After breakfast,
transfer to Ngat Pyit Taung Monastery and explore the temple’s caves to
observe about local tradition and belief. Then, visit the Monastic
Primary School where you can visit with the local children who are
studying their lessons. Be greeted by their warm smiles and enjoy
playing with and meeting the students. Although friendly and welcoming,
the children come from a very underprivileged area and a small donation
of cash or school supplies will ensure a brighter future for these
students.
Lunch at local restaurant.
This afternoon, explore
the town of Nyaung U and neighboring villages where you will learn about
their traditional livelihood. Learn the interesting process of creating
“Poneyay” (pea powder paste) and see how local plum jam is made and
packed. In addition, visit workshops of two of the region’s best known
products: handmade lacquer ware and wooden handicrafts. In addition, you
will visit the villages and observe about how Cartwrights make a
traditional bullock carts, still used by farmers and locals throughout
the country. A great afternoon for hands-on activities, as the
craftsmen love to share their techniques with visitors.
Dinner and overnight in Bagan.
Day 6: Myanmar Family Tours: Bagan – Heho – Inle Lake ( By flight ) - Culture vacations ( B/L/ D )
This morning is at your leisure for more sightseeing around Bagan. 
Lunch at local restaurant.
After
lunch, transfer to the airport for domestic flight to Heho. From Heho a
1-hour scenic drive leads to Nyaung Shwe, the gateway village to Inle
Lake. Board a private motorboat to head out to Inle Lake, one of
Myanmar’s most spectacular sights. We pass villages built on stilts over
the lake, inhabited by the local Intha people. Observe the leg-rowing
fishermen and see their floating gardens built up from strips of water
hyacinth and mud and anchored to the bottom with bamboo poles.
Your
hotel is situated upon the lake, with sweeping views of the tranquil
waters. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure to relax and
soak in the views.
Dinner and overnight on Inle Lake.
Day 7: Myanmar Family Tours: Inle Lake ( By Boat ) ( B/L/ D )
Today
a private boat and guide will take you on a sightseeing tour of Inle
Lake. Start with a visit to the Nga Hpe Chaung Monastery, which houses
dozens of Shan Buddha Images, but is more famous for its unique ‘jumping
cats’ who jump through hoops in the air! Continue to Phaung Daw Oo
Pagoda, the lake’s main sanctuary, which contains five sacred Buddha
images covered in gold leaf. Explore the local crafts of Inle Lake with
a stop at the weaving village of Inpawkhone and a cheroot factory,
where the typical Burmese cigars are made by hand.
Lunch at local restaurant. 
After
lunch, transfer to your hotel. This afternoon is sure to be a memorable
experience. Travel by local leg-rowed canoe to an Intha family’s house
where you will help the family prepare a traditional dinner. Learn
about the ingredients and techniques used as your friendly hosts cook a
delicious meal. When the meal is ready, sit down with the family and
enjoy a delightful dinner before returning to your hotel.
Overnight on Inle Lake.
Day 8: Myanmar Family Tours: Inle – Heho – Yangon ( B/ L )
This morning is at your leisure.
Lunch at hotel.
After
lunch, transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Yangon where
there is time for last minute sight-seeing or shopping.
Overnight in Yangon.
Day 9: Myanmar Family Tours: Depart Yangon ( B/-/- )
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to Yangon International airport for your onward flight.
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