Explore Northern Myanmar Tour
Yangon - Myitkyina - Indawgyi Lake - Putao - Mandalay - 13 Days

Itinerary

Day 1 - Yangon

• Arrival in Yangon
• Transfer
• Overnight in Yangon

Day 2 - Myitkyina

• Transfer
• Flight from Yangon to Myitkyina.
• Transfer
• Overnight in Myitkyina.

Day 3 - Indawgyi Lake

• By vehicle from Myitkyina to Lake Indawgyi
• Overnight in Indawgyi Lake.

Day 4 - Indawgyi Lake

• Excursion by boat on Indawgyi Lake
Indawgyi Lake, stretching over 16 miles in length, is home to many ethnic minority groups as well as an extraodinary diversity of wetland birds. Sightseeing on the lake includes a visit to the floating Swe Mintsu Pagoda, the Mote Soe Ma Pagoda, and an old teakwood monastery. Stop for a walk around Nyaung Pin Thar village to observe the daily life of the villagers before continuing for a birdwatching tour and a boat trip back to the hotel.
• Overnight in Indawgyi Lake

Day 5 - Myitkyina

• Myitkyina By vehicle from Indawgyi Lake to Myitkyina
Drive through dramatic mountain scenery in the remote north or Myanmar. On the way, there is the possibility to stop at an elephant camp and observe the elephants and mahouts at work (elephant camp visits may not always be possible, depending on the season).
• Overnight in Myitkyina

Day 6 - Putao

• Transfer
• Flight from Myitkyina to Putao.
• Transfer
• Walking tour through Putao
Putao and the surrounding area lie above the Tropic of Cancer, in a zone characterized by subtropical, broadleaf, evergreen forest up to 2000m; temperate, broadleaf rainforest from 2000m to 3000m; and evergreen, coniferous and subalpine snow forest above 3000m. Putao itself is a small, picturesque town also known as Fort Hertz. With good visibility there is a clear view to the surrounding snowcapped peaks.
MAHAMUNI PAYA:This paya is located in an area populated by the Shan in Pan Hlaing village, one of the very few Buddhist ethnicities in the region. The bell was constructed from propeller scavenged from a World War II plane crash.
MARKET: Located in town, this market's wares include medicines made from local plants. On Sundays, most of the shops are closed.
OTHER SIGHTSEEING: Putao is a very Christian village. Most churches are built in a style similiar to the local houses. A small pagoda is located close to the market. Near the office of Myanma Airways you can find Fort Hertz, founded by the British during the colonial period.
• Overnight in Putao.

Day 7 - Putao

• Excursion to Ma Chan Baw and Khaung Mu Lone Pagoda
MA CHAN BAW: Set against a backdrop of snowcapped mountains, Ma Chan Baw is reached by foot over the Maylihka Suspension Bridge. The Maylihka River itself is one of the two sources of the Ayeyarwady. Most of the inhabitants in the area are ethnic Lisu and Rawang. The Gubar Guesthouse commands an excellent view of the surrounding scenery.
DRAGON STONE: A short trek (half an hour) leads to the mysterious Dragon Stone outside the village. According to local superstition, this stone was once a snake which was petrified after being struck by lightning.
KHAUNG MU LONE PAGODA: Reached by pleasant hour's boat ride along the Malikha river.
• Overnight in Putao.

Day 8 - Putao

• Excursion to Mulashidin with soft trek to nearby villages
MULASHIDIN: This area is mainly populated by Rawang and some Lisu ethnics. A small market is located close to the impressive MULASHIDI SUSPENSION BRIDGE. This huge suspension bridge can only be crossed on foot. Depending on the time left, there are several villages that may be visited on the other side of the bridge.
TREKKING TO ETHNIC VILLAGES: If time permits, follow wide paths through the jungle to other villages with ethnic Lisu and Kachin.
• Overnight in Putao.

Day 9 - Myitkyina

• Transfer
• Flight from Putao to Myitkyina.
• Transfer
• Sightseeing in Myitkyina
Myitkyina is located in a flat valley that is extremely hot in the dry season and very rainy during the monsoon. It is a good starting point for visits to the many Kachin villages in the area.
CENTRAL MARKET: a good place to see the local hill tribe people and the wide variety of fruit produced in this state.
HSU TAUNG PYE ZEDIDAW: a pretty, gilded, 'wish-fulfilling' stupa on the banks of the Ayeyarwady River.
ANDAWSHIN PAYA: larger paya which boasts a silver-plated zedi said to contain tooth relics and a Buddha footprint.
PRAYING MOUNTAIN: a sacred site for Kachin and Lisu Baptists and the location of a bible school and seminary.
KACHIN STATE CULTURAL MUSEUM: built in 1994 it includes displays of costumes and Kachin and Shan artefacts, such as pipes, baskets, fishing nets, looms and musical instruments.
• Overnight in Myitkyina.

Day 10 - Myitkyina

• Excursion to the confluence of Maikha and Malikha River
Drive north to the confluence of the Maikha and Malikha rivers, that form the beginning of the Ayeyarwady River.
• Afternoon at leisure
• Overnight in Myitkyina.

Day 11 - Mandalay

• Transfer
• Flight from Myitkyina to Mandalay.
• Transfer
• Overnight in Mandalay.

Day 12 - Mandalay

• Excursion to Mingun, Sagaing and Inwa with boat trip:
This day's tour visits three former royal sites, each with its own unique atmosphere. Travel upriver by boat to MINGUN, enjoying the views of river life - fishing villages, market boats, women attending to their washing, and children playing in the water. Explore the ruins of the vast MINGUN PAYA, a monument to human ambition - never finished, its size would have dwarfed all contemporary pagodas. After visiting other nearby pagodas, re-board your boat and start downriver towards SAGAING, a former royal capital and the spiritual center of Myanmar. Hundreds of stupas, monasteries, temples and nunneries are to be found in Sagaing Hill, sometimes known as a living Bagan. Thousands of monks and nuns retreat here for meditation and contemplation. Stop at some of the most famous temples, such as TUPAYON PAYA and HSINMYASHIN PAYA (the Pagoda of Many Elephants). Continue by vehicle to INWA, another formal royal capital, now a quiet rural oasis situated on the banks of the Irrawaddy River. Enjoy a leisurely HORSECART RIDE around the peaceful countryside, briefly visiting BAGAYA KYAUNG, a beautiful teak wood monastery, MAHA AUNGME BOZAN KYANG, and NAN MYINT TOWER. On the way, stop and observe how local artisans make the famous alms bowls out of iron.
• Overnight in Mandalay.

Day 13 - Mandalay

• Transfer
• Flight from Mandalay to Yangon.
• Transfer to the airport for departure flight to onward destination.

Prices

USD p.p	1 Pax	2 Pax	3-6 Pax	SGL S/C	Booking
Var A	4,380	2,730	2,850	130
Var B	4,500	2,800	2,920	170
Var C	4,670	2,890	3,010	260

All prices are per person in USD, based on twin-sharing in double rooms in the default hotel for the listed category.
* Meal plan: ABF.
(ABF = American Breakfast, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
** Reduction for 3rd pax in triple room Var. A:$6; Var. B:$2; Var. C:$34.
*** Child reduction (sharing bed of parents): under 2 years FOC; under 12 years -30%.

NOTE: The itinerary can slightly change according to the season, local conditions, climate, flight schedules and room availability.

Hotel	Var A	Var B	Var C
Yangon	Panorama Hotel Superior Central Hotel Yangon Superior Thamada Hotel Superior	Hotel Yangon Deluxe Summit Parkview Hotel Superior	Parkroyal Hotel Superior Chatrium Hotel Yangon Superior Sedona Hotel Yangon Superior
Myitkyina	Xing Xian Hotel Superior (No Extra Bed)	Nanthida Riverside Hotel Superior Bungalow (No Extra Bed)	Nanthida Riverside Hotel Superior Bungalow (No Extra Bed)
Indawgyi Lake	Inndawthar 2 Hotel Standard	Inndawthar 2 Hotel Standard	Inndawthar 2 Hotel Standard
Putao	Khaka-Bora-Zi Guesthouse Superior (No Extra Bed)	Khaka-Bora-Zi Guesthouse Superior (No Extra Bed)	Khaka-Bora-Zi Guesthouse Superior (No Extra Bed)
Mandalay	Emerald Land Inn Superior Mandalay View Inn Standard Treasure Hotel Superior	Emerald Land Inn Superior Mandalay City Hotel Superior Mandalay Swan Hotel Superior	Mandalay Hill Resort Superior Sedona Superior

For bookings of roundtrip or module packages, we will confirm one of the hotels mentioned above according to the selected category. Please note that compulsory gala dinners and peak season surcharges may apply during peak periods surrounding the public holidays of Christmas and New Year - these surcharges will be confirmed at the time of booking.

Included in the price:

Accommodation and meals as described (please note that some hotels provide only CBF).
All transfers within the journey, including pick-up at airport.
Domestic airfares as states in the itinerary in economy class.
All entrance fees.
English, French or German speaking guides (other languages available upon request).

Not included in the price:

Visa fees.
Airport taxes.
Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, souvenirs.

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