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Myanmar Day Trips
Travelers to Myanmar are sure to be captivated by its endless wonders and stunning natural beauty. But to truly experience the country one needs to delve in to the local culture. Our selections of day trips take you to the heart of this intriguing country, giving deep insight in to the history and wonder of Myanmar, and are sure to leave you spell bound.
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Explore traditional and modern Burmese art with a specially-guided tour of Yangon’s art scene. Visit three local galleries displaying paintings, sculptures, photographs and antiques from famous art pioneers and emerging young artists. Enjoy a cocktail at House of Memories restaurant, a historic building once used as a headquarters for the country’s independence movement and containing many remnants of this era including General Aung San’s typewriter.
Uncover the diverse history and culture of Yangon with our Full Day Yangon City Tour. Begin with a visit to the National Museum, followed by Kyukhtatgyi Pagoda and Sule Pagoda. Tour the downtown streets where faded colonial buildings stand alongside the bustling Chinatown streets and finish the day shopping at Scott Market and watching the sun set at Shwedagon Pagoda.
This unique day trip provides you an opportunity to help an underprivileged family in the Inle Lake area. Transfer to Ming Tauk village and spend the morning assisting the community's residents as they build a new house for a local family. Spend the afternoon at a local school where the student's warm smiles and friendly greetings are sure to warm your heart.
Travel to the former British hill station of Pyin Oo Lwin, situated on a plateau 1000m above sea level. Explore the beautiful town by horse and carriage ride, passing historical houses from the British colonial era and sweeping views of the surroundings. Stop at the Botanical Gardens to walk around the beautifully landscaped grounds before continuing on to the local market and back to Mandalay.
Explore the colorful countryside surrounding the busy city of Yangon. Travel by ferry across the Yangon River to the town of Dhala where a trishaw ride exposes the natural beauty and local customs of this rural town.
Immerse yourself in the local culture with this day trip around Bagan. Start with a visit to the Ngat Pyit Monastery to visit the ancient spiritual caves before stopping at the village primary school. Interacting with the students is sure to bring a smile to your face. Travel to Nyaung U village to learn about the traditional crafts such as lacquerware, bullock carts, and jam making.
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.
Take a break from temple touring in Bagan to visit Mount Popa and Salay. Mount Popa is an extinct volcano which is believed to be home to the 'nats', ancient Burmese animist spirits. Climb to the top for stunning views of the surrounding countryside before continuing to the village of Salay, an important Buddhist centre. Visit the ancient wooden monastery before returning to Bagan.
Set off on foot to explore Inle Lake surroundings where stunning natural beauty and remote hilltribes can be visited in a short day trek- a unique experience of culture and nature. Traverse the rolling Shan hills, pass agricultural fields, and catch breathtaking views of the lake below. Stop in hill tribe villages, where the way of life has remained untouched by time.
Experience the real life of the Burmese people with a half day ‘the local way’ in Yangon. Visit the vibrant harbor, wander the streets of culturally-rich China Town and travel by local taxi and train to fresh markets and small villages. Interact with the friendly people and learn about the deep-rooted customs and traditions of Myanmar with a local guide.
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