Mystical Myanmar

  • For Westerners, Kipling is perhaps Myanmar’s most famous traveller. But it is an earlier visitor that remains its most influential. The Lord Buddha is believed to have journeyed through here around 500~550BC, and the stories of his journey are told in a collection of wonderful cities, pagodas and golden statues.

    Exceptional Experiences

    • Witness the dawn breaking over the extensive temple complex at Bagan in a hot air balloon
    • Spend time with a local family living in a stilted village above pristine Inle Lake
    • Watch the sunset over the dazzling Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon (Rangoon)
    • Relax and take in the stunning sights on your luxurious cruise down the Irrawaddy River

    Itinerary

    • Day 1 Yangon (Rangoon)

      On arrival, you’re greeted at the airport then transferred to your Deluxe Garden View room at The Governor's Residence. See your first Burmese sunset from the Shwedagon Pagoda.

      Governor’s Residence (Deluxe Garden Rooms)
    • Day 2 Yangon ~ Inle Lake

      Enjoy a free morning in the vibrant surrounds of Rangoon. Then transfer to the airport for our flight to Inle Lake and your waterfront accommodation at the Inle Princess Resort.

      Inle Princess Resort (Lake Front Chalet)
    • Day 3 Inle Lake

      Visit the Indein ruins near Inle Lake, followed by a sumptuous private lunch in a bamboo forest. In the afternoon, meet Inle’s famed leg-rowers and discover the tenders of the floating gardens.

      Inle Princess Resort (Lake Front Chalet)
    • Day 4 Inle Lake ~ Mandalay

      Spend a morning with a local Intha family and see how they live in their dwellings above the water. Then, fly to Mandalay and transfer to the fabulous Rupa Mandalar Resort.

      Rupa Mandalar Resort (Deluxe Bungalow)
    • Day 5 Mandalay

      Explore the former capital, including the Shwenandaw Monastery and the Mahamuni Pagoda, perhaps the spiritual centre of this devout Buddhist nation. This evening you’re in the audience for a Shwe Min Thar traditional dance.

      Rupa Mandalar Resort (Deluxe Bungalow)
    • Day 6 Mandalay ~ Bagan

      From Mandalay you cruise along the Irrawaddy River in the luxury floating hotel, RV Paukan. Enjoy some of Myanmar’s most unforgettable sights from your cabin on the upper deck.

      Upper deck cabin on RV Paukan
    • Day 7 Bagan

      Disembark this morning and check into your River Suite Bungalow at Thiripyitsaya Sanctuary Resort. From here, take a horse~drawn carriage through the ancient and immense Bagan complex consisting of over 3000 temples and shrines that overlook the Irrawaddy River. Fourteen kings ruled here and for one sunset at least, it’s yours.

      Aureum Palace Hotel (Lotus Villa)
    • Day 8 Bagan ~ Yangon

      A hot air balloon gives you a fresh, early-morning perspective on the Bagan complex. Afterwards fly back to Yangon and a feast in Yangon's finest restaurtan, Le Planteur.

      Governor’s Residence (Deluxe Garden View)
    • Day 9 Yangon

      Shopping time at the Bogyoke (formerly Scott) Markets. Burmese jade and rubies, old coins, handicrafts and art are particular specialities. The less retail-minded can choose an hour-long meditation class with one of Myanmar’s top practitioners. Your tour comes to an end this afternoon.

      Hotels listed are subject to availability.
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  • Mystical Myanmar

    Getting there and away

    This tour starts and ends in Yangon. Your arrival and departure airport is Yangon International Airport (RGN).

    If you'd like help with booking your flights or any onward journeys, please visit the Contact Us page.

     

  • The Governor's Residence -Yangon

    Built in 1920’s the romantic, colonial-style mansion, The Governor's Residence, is redolent of the days when it was home to the ruler of Burma’s southern states. With its fan-cooled verandas and teak armchairs, this delightful Orient-Express hotel in the elegant embassy quarter of Yangon (formerly Rangoon), conjures up a bygone era while offering every modern pleasure.

  • Myo Set, Burma

    Myo (nicknamed Joseph) has been leading tours in Burma since for almost twenty years. He believes that by showing visitors his beautiful country and sharing his knowledge of Buddhism he is playing his part in helping Burma’s economy and people.

    “Sunrise ballooning give you an opportunity to view the thousand year old pagodas by floating over them as the light catches them when the sun is rising. It one of the most remarkable sights in Asia as the ancient temples stretch as far as the eye can see.  This memory is such a strong memory for me and it will be for you and stay with you for the rest of your life.”

  • RV Paukan

    The RV Paukan is a boutique hotel nestled on the river. Beautifully appointed suites and luxury cabins boast modern and traditional motifs. There are 30 employees per 55 passengers, and you'll benefit from a bar, sundeck and even a movie projection room. And you might like to take the opportunity of enjoying a traditional Myanmar massage in one of the two massage rooms.

Inclusions

Discover more about pricing, accommodation and what's on offer for each Peregrine Reserve tour.

What's included in the cost
  • Airport meet and greet service
  • Reserve leader
  • Entrance fees to all sites listed in itinerary
  • Additional local guides at some sites
  • Quality transport
  • Most or all meals
  • Snacks, bottled water and tips along the way
  • Quality accommodation
  • Domestic flights where indicated
  • Park fees and permits
Not included in the cost
  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Airport taxes
  • Laundry

Visit the Contact us page for help with booking flights and extra accommodation, or organising visas, transfers and insurance.

Prices

The price of your journey will vary depending on whether you wish to book a group departure, or take a private journey.

Group price:
AU $5895

Private Journeys

Please note, the prices for private journeys will depend on how many people you wish to travel with. Please contact one of our consultants for further information.

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Price from:
AU $5895

Essentials

9 Days
Breakfast daily, 4 lunches, 6 dinners.

Scheduled Departures

  • 05 Oct 13 - 13 Oct 13
  • 19 Oct 13 - 27 Oct 13
  • 02 Nov 13 - 10 Nov 13
  • 16 Nov 13 - 24 Nov 13
  • 30 Nov 13 - 08 Dec 13
  • 14 Dec 13 - 22 Dec 13
  • 28 Dec 13 - 05 Jan 14
  • 11 Jan 14 - 19 Jan 14
  • 25 Jan 14 - 02 Feb 14
  • 08 Feb 14 - 16 Feb 14
  • 22 Feb 14 - 02 Mar 14
  • 08 Mar 14 - 16 Mar 14
  • 22 Mar 14 - 30 Mar 14

Private Journeys

Private Group travel departures are available daily on request
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