Overview
We have a wonderful opportunity to experience genuinely and lesser-known destinations. In Myanmar, tourists will travel back in time to the enchanting capital Yangon. Stops will be made at The Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda, also unsurprisingly known as the gravity-defying Golden Rock. It is perched on top of a precariously positioned golden granite boulder. Legend tells us a strand of Buddha’s hair is located under the boulder, ensuring it maintains its precarious balance.
Then visit the sleepy coastal city of Mawlamyine, Hpa An. It’s a sacred mountain and Buddhist caves. In Myanmar, tourists will see the spectacular view of limestone outcrops. Hpa An is a friendly and picturesque town. Back to civilization with the bright city lights and finish off the tour with 2 nights in Yangon.
Itinerary
Your trip begins with your arrival in Yangon. Your driver and guide will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your accommodation.
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Overnight in Yangon
3 Stars - Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake or similar
Breakfast at the hotel. In Myanmar, tourists will start the tour by leading to Bago. It’s a sixteenth-century capital. On the way, you will stop at War Cemetery for a photo shot. In Bago, we visit Kyaik Khat Wain Monastery. There we will see the monk’s life in the monastery and the lunch process together. Then we will visit Shwe Tha Lyaung Reclining Buddha. We will also see Shwe Maw Daw Pagoda and Kyaikpun Pagoda. Next, we will visit Kanbawzathardi Golden Palace of King Bayinnaung. It’s a replica palace with original teak posts. Then, continue the drive to Kyaikhto.
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Overnight in Kyaikhto
3 Stars - Pepper Garden Resort or similar
Breakfast at the hotel. In Myanmar, a tourist guide will pick you up for a trip to Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda. It is also known as “Golden Rock”. Direct drive to base camp and then take an open public truck. It will take you up to the top of the mountain. You can feel the truck driving within a monsoon forest with mountain ranges. Then, walk around 20 minutes to our destination. Along the road, both sides have many shops and restaurants. At the main pilgrimage site, we’ll see a lot of things. You will see the scared boulder covered by gold leaves is balanced precariously on the very edge of the cliff. And Also enjoy the sunset from this unforgettable site. The 9000-candle lighting festival held twice a year of the Golden Rock Pagoda are popular among the events in Myanmar.
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Overnight in Kyaikhto
3 Stars - Pepper Garden Resort or similar
Breakfast at the hotel. Continue trip to Hpa-an, capital of Kayin state. Hpa An is located on the bank of the Thanlwin river. It is surrounded by the beautiful scenery of limestone cliffs. You will also see a cave with hot springs, scary mountains, and cloud-scraping islands. Hpa An is stunning in its environs.
After that, we will visit Bayintnyi Cave and Kawkon Cave. It’s a natural limestone cave. Its rock surface is profusely decorated with different kinds of clay Buddha images.
In the afternoon, you will continue to visit Saddam Cave. It’s one of the big natural caves. It can be crossed in 2o minute walk through a long dark tunnel. From the exit, take a small canoe ride passing under the stone cave. You will experience endless rice paddy fields and rocks surrounded by natural landscapes making unforgettable moments for you. Then, go back to Hpa-an, and enjoy the sunset and leisure at scenic riverside Shwe Yin Myaw Pagoda.
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Overnight in Hpa An
3 Stars - Keinnara Hpa-an Hotel or similar
Enjoy the morning breathtaking scenery of sunrise and bike through villages and limestone mountains. We will stop at landmarks Kyauk Ka Lap Pagoda and sit at a local tea shop for a while.
After that, start a leisurely kayak trip. It takes us toward the village through the paddy fields. You can meet friendly Kayin people there. You will get a chance to observe their local customs and their way of living. Enjoy a home-cooked lunch at a local family’s home. Late afternoon, back to the hotel for leisure.
In the evening, relaxation walking and strolling along the bank of the river with a good atmosphere and can taste of local foods at many restaurants.
Optional: Hot air Balloon flight at sunrise in Hpa-an, available with a surcharge.
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Overnight in Hpa An
3 Stars - Keinnara Hpa-an Hotel or similar
Morning drive to Mawlamyine and on the way stop at U Nar Auk Monastery. It is fantastically displaying the history of Buddha’s life. Arrive in Mawlamyine, the capital of Mon State. It is famous for its port to export teak and muttabin Jars in the colonial period. Check-in hotel.
After a short break, visit the famous market, mosque, and church for to take photos. Then, continue visit to the hilltop to watch Queen Sein Tone monastery. It is famous for its awesome woodcarving decorated and Win Sein Tawnya. It’s the biggest reclining Buddha. In the evening, visit U Zina Pagoda. You can see the panoramic view and sunset from there.
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Overnight in Mawlamyine.
3 Stars - Hotel Suggati Mawlamyine or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, take a boat trip to Bilu Island, which comprises 78 villages that are home to more than 200,000 people live. Walk through the village where we can observe the way of life, rice paddies, rubber plantations, and maintains a remarkable range of traditional cottage industries.
And then, continue to visit Shampoo Island (Guang Se Kyun), one of the religious places where hair-washing ceremonies were performed on the tiny rock outcrop.
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Overnight in Mawlamyine.
3 Stars - Hotel Suggati Mawlamyine or similar
After breakfast at the hotel, drive to Yangon for about 6 hours.
Arrive in Yangon, no activities for this day.
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Overnight in Yangon
3 Stars - Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake or similar
Today’s sightseeing starts with a visit to the old colonial-style city center with city hall, Mahabandoola Park with Independence Monument, Pansodan Street, and Yangon Jetty by Car. Then continue to visit Bogyoke Aung San (Scott) Market, (close every Monday & Public holiday) and famous for its shops of souvenirs, handicrafts, luxury items, foot wares, clothing, jewelry, foodstuff, and paintings.
In the afternoon, the Myanmar tourist will continue to visit Chaukhtatgyi (Reclining Buddha) Pagoda a colossal reclining Buddha, and continue to visit Karaweik Hall (Royal barge) on the Royal lake and Kandawgyi Park to relax and to take the photo. And the last tour visit for today is the world-famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Witness the golden dome light up the sunshine before sunset.
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Overnight in Yangon
3 Stars - Chatrium Hotel Royal Lake or similar
Relish a healthy breakfast on the final day of your trip. Complete the hotel check-out formalities after which you can visit the local markets and buy souvenirs for your loved ones. Later, proceed for departure and board your flight back home. End tour, some places in Vietnam as well as Myanmar.
Goodbye and safe travel!
INCLUDES AND EXCLUDES
Trip inclusion
- Accommodation in the room category indicated in the program or similar (subject to availability)
- Meals as mentioned in the program: B= Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
- Tours and transfers in private AC vehicles
- Local English Speaking Guide
- Entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- Excursions by boat/sampan/tuk-tuk as mentioned in the program
- Drinking water bottle on tour days
- Service charges and government tax
- Internal flight ticket International flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Yangon; flight from Yangon to Bagan and return; flight from Yangon to Hanoi ( included 20kg check in luggage)
Trip exclusion
- International airfares,
- Meals and drinks which are not mentioned in the program
- Optional tour.
- Other services are not mentioned in the program
- International flight tickets and airport taxes in economy class/business class
- Visa fees
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Travelers’ Personal insurance.
- Any services not clearly mentioned in the program.
- Porters at hotel
- Surcharge for Peak season; Festivals; X-Mas; New Year (if any)
FAQs
We understand that things happen, sometimes you need to cancel your travel plans, and we are here to help you minimize any inconvenience.
In the event of cancellation, we will refund any payment made to Realistic Asia given that a cancellation fee is applicable.
The cancellation fee will be calculated as follows:
- 60 days prior to arrival date: No cancellation charge. We Guarantee 100% money back + Airfare cancellation fees (according to the airline’s cancellation policy) if any
- 59 – 30 days prior to arrival date: 5% cancellation charge + Airfare cancellation fees (according to the airline’s cancellation policy) if any
- 29 – 15 days prior to arrival date: 10% cancellation charge + Airfare cancellation fees (according to the airline’s cancellation policy) if any
- 14 – 8 days prior to arrival date: 40% cancellation charge + Airfare cancellation fees (according to the airline’s cancellation policy) if any
- 07 days prior to arrival date: 100 % cancellation charge
- No show: 100% cancellation charge
After the trip has commenced, we are unable to refund any amount for unused services due to your early departure, late arrival, or missed days on tours.
Yes, we offer special rates for children. The rate for children applicable for child sharing a room or cabin with two adults is as follows:
- For infant (0 – 2 years old): 10% adult rate.
- 03 – 11 years old: 85% adult rate.
- Child from 12 years old and above will pay as adult.
All tickets: Based on each airlines policy, the price for children will be applied at time of booking.
To book a trip with Wonderscape Travel, you will need to pay a 10% deposit. The deposit is non-refundable.
Final payment is required no later than 30 days prior to departure unless otherwise stated. Some airfares or services must be paid in full at the time of booking.
Yes, there is a single supplement for travelers who request a single room. This is because all of our prices are based on per adult, in double/twin sharing.
