Destination:HEHO - KALAW - PINDAYA - INLE Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights
Day 1: Myanmar Adventure Tours: Heho to Kalaw Biking Tours (L,D) 
After
arriving at the Heho Airport you will cycle to the former British hill
station of Kalaw. Stop on the way to enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Upon reaching your destination you can explore the surrounding pine
forests and colonial houses while inhaling the cool mountain air.
Overnight at Dream Villa, Kalaw.
Day 2: Myanmar Tours: Kalaw to Pindaya Trekking Tours (B,L,D)
Today
you will start your trekking in the direction of Pindaya, hiking past
several traditional villages of the Palaung tribe. They are thought to
be the earliest inhabitants of Myanmar, and they still live a very
traditional lifestyle. You will learn about the seasonal crops they
grow, which include the leaves used to produce the ubiquitous cheroots.
Early arriving arrive a local monastery where you will enjoy dinner and a
welcomed chance to relax. Overnight at village monastery.
Day 3: Myanmar Package Tours: Trekking Tours to the Pindaya Highlands (B,L,D)
Bike
& Trek The Shan Hills - 7 Days / 6 Nights - itineraryThe trek to
Pindaya continues with several stops at different tribal villages, such
as Danu and Pa-o. You will get a fascinating introduction into their
culture, as you learn about their ancestral customs. A boxed lunch will
be enjoyed at one of the villages on the way. Overnight at a village
monastery or local homestay.
Day 4: Myanmar Adventure Tours: Trekking Tours to the Pindaya Highlands (B,L,D)
Arise
to the cool mountain air and enjoy breakfast before setting out on a
full day of trekking. Along the way you will be exposed to the
spectacular natural scenery of the surrounding mountains. Stop by
several villages, enjoying the sight of women in colorful ethnic
clothing and experiencing more of their rural way of life. Overnight in
a village monastery or local homestay.
Day 5: Myanmar Adventure Tours: Trekking Tours to Pindaya (B,L,D)
Bike
& Trek The Shan Hills - 7 Days / 6 Nights - itineraryWe head
onwards early in the morning, passing traditional villages along the
way. After lunch, complete the final downhill descent to Pindaya, a
quiet town on the banks of the serene Botoloke Lake. Upon arrival you
will be transferred to your hotel for a well-deserved rest and dinner.
Overnight at Golden Cave Hotel, Pindaya.
Day 6: Myanmar Adventure Tours: Pindaya to Inle Cycling Tours (B,L,D)
A
scenic morning ride brings you to the village of Nyaung Shwe, on the
banks of the massive Inle Lake. This massive lake is Myanmar's second
largest and home to the Intha people. The Intha's have lived for years
in stilted villages upon the lake, and make their livelihood fishing and
growing crops on unique floating gardens. The lake is set in beautiful
surrounds, with the mountains providing a beautiful backdrop to the
colossal body of water. Overnight at Paradise Nyaung Shwe Hotel, Nyaung
Shwe
Day 7: Myanmar Adventure Tours: Depart Inle (B,L)
On
the final day of your trip you tour the lake by private boat. Admire
the floating gardens, wind through stilted villages, watch the famed
leg-rowing fishermen of the lake and enjoy a delicious Shan lunch whilst
overlooking the tranquil waters. In the afternoon visit the Phaung Daw
Oo pagoda, a local weaving village and a teak monastery where the monk's
have trained resident cat's to jump through hoops. Upon returning to
Nyaung Shwe from your day on the water, your journey will draw to an
end.
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Ann
Village perched on the slopes of a hill (approximately 30 minutes).
The Ann minority is known for their traditional black dress and
blackened teeth. After walking around the village, stop at Lone Tree
Hill for panoramic views of the city and continue on to Kengtung.
Dinner at local restaurant. 
leisurely
trip downstream on the Pai River which also provides us a taste of the
tranquil countryside and an interesting view of rural life close up.
memorable
experience as we pass by the breathtaking mountain landscapes and see
some hill villages of the Lahu and Karen People. We cross few rapids
along the way before arriving in Chiang Rai. This tranquil town is our
base for exploration on our forthcoming day. 
insight
into the glorious past of Sukhothai. The next stop is Si Satchanalai
where various ancient monuments are still standing. Upon leaving this
site we drive to Lampang and have time seeing some of Lampang's most
interesting sights including Ban Sao Nat and Wat Chedi Sao. 
hanging
creepers upwards a remote village of Lisu People. This ethnic group is
originated in Tibet and usually settled in high mountain side. The
relaxing atmosphere comes as we board a bamboo raft trip along the Ping
River. We drive back to Chiang Mai with stopover at Mae Sa to catch a
look at the famous orchid farm.
areas. The trip ends after transfer to airport for departure. 
the gilded Sule Pagoda, dating back over 2,000 years, Chinatown and Indian Quarter. The tour continues to Chauk Htat Gyi, a huge reclining Buddha image, followed by a photo stop at the Karaweik Hall royal floating barge. Enjoy the sunset at Shwedagon Pagoda,
famous world wide - its golden stupa is the 'heart' of Buddhist
Myanmar. The Pagoda is believed to be 2,500 years old and the central
stupa in surrounded by dozens of intricately decorated buildings and
statues. There are always many Myanmar people praying and making
offerings at Shwedagon, and it's a fascinating place to spend time
watching the world go by. Overnight in Yangon.
to Mingun,
site of a brick pagoda towering about 11 km (one hour each way) upriver
from Mandalay, and home to the world's largest intact bell. The boat trip is interesting because you see all types of wooden boats and bamboo rafts, carrying goods up and down the river. Visit the Mingun Bell, weighing 87 tons and being the world's largest intact bronze bell, the beautiful Hsinbyume Paya (also known as Myatheintan Pagoda) and the unfinished Mingun Paya (built with the intention of being the world's biggest pagoda). Sail back to Mandalay.
market and continuing with visits to a diverse selection of the most important pagodas and temples such as Shwezigon Pagoda, built by King Anawrahta in the early 11th century, Ku Byauk Gyi, a temple with exquisite murals of Jataka scenes and Ananda Temple with
four huge standing-Buddha images and numerous seated figures arranged
around the interior gallery. We then visit to a lacquer craftsman's
workshop in nearby Myinkaba village. Sightseeing continues with visits to Manuha Temple, built in Mon style in 1059, Nanbaya Temple, a unique sandstone monument that is said to have been the palace of King Manuha, and Myingaba Gu Byaukgyi Temple
(under the protection of UNESCO), noted for its ancient mural
paintings. Observe a sunset in the vicinity of Bagan's ancient
monuments.
By
visiting 5-day markets, clients will get insight into the life-style of
the ethnic Pa-O, Danu and Intha inhabitants who came to these markets
to sell their goods. Enjoy boat trip on Inle Lake –
a photographer's dream, its calm waters are dotted with floating
vegetation and fishing canoes, to which scenic high hills provide the
perfect backdrop. See the lake's unique “leg rowers” – the Intha people row standing up with one leg wrapped around an oar.