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SCT-15 YANGON – BAGAN – Inle - Ngapali - Sittwe - YANGON
(13 DAYS/ 12 NIGHTS )

Day 1 : Yangon (Arrival)

Arrive at the Yangon International Airport. Welcome by our assign guide and transfer to hotel. Half-Day sightseeing to Bogyoke Aung San Market (formerly Scott Market and it is a one – stop centre for shoppers.), Chaukhtatkyi (colossal reclining Buddha image, built in 1907) and sunset view at Shwedagon Pagoda (it is generally accepted that it was founded during the lifetime of the fourth Buddha and one of the wonders of the world, dating back over 2,500 years). Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Yangon.

DAY 2 : YANGON - BAGAN

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Yangon International Airport for Bagan by domestic flight ( about one and half hours ). On arrival at Nyaung – Oo Airport, transfer to Hotel. After check in hotel, proceed to Nyaung – Oo local market and continuing with sightseeing to the most interesting pagodas and temples including Shwezigon Pagoda ( the prototype of later Myanmar stupa built by King Anawrahta in 11th century and also Shwezigon is known as the site where the 37 nats( spirits ) were first officially endorsed by the Burman monarchy ), Wetkyi-in Gubyakkyi Temple ( built in 13th century, Indian style ‘cave temple’ with the fine frescoes of scenes from the jatakas ), Htilominlo Temple ( one of the larger temples of Bagan, noted for its plaster carving still remain on the arch pediments, frieze and pilasters and the horoscopes of important personages inscribed high up on the walls ) and visit to lacquerware handicraft workshop. Lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch, sightseeing to Ananda Temple ( seems like a magic cave full of wonders, an architectural masterpiece of the early – style temple and there is also a vast collection of green glazed terracotta plaques ), Thatbyinnyu ( Towering above the other monuments of Bagan, the magnificence in white which is takes its name from the Omniscience of the Buddha ) and Dhammayangyi Temple ( one of the most massive temples of Bagan, also noted for its fine brickwork and the temple can be seen from quite a distance from all directions ). Enjoy the beautiful sunset view at one of the famous temples. Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Bagan.

Day : 3 Bagan – Mount Popa - Bagan

After breakfast at hotel, excursion to Mt.Popa ( said to be the core of an extinct volcano last active 250,000 years ago. And also considered the abode of Myanmar’s most powerful nats( spirits ) and as such is the most important nat worship centre ) by car. After excursion, drive back to Bagan. Lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch, proceed to the countryside village of Minnanthu and continue sightseeing to some of the most interesting temples and pagodas such as Lawkananada Pagoda, Dhammayazika Pagoda and Sulamani Temple. Enjoy the beautiful sunset view at Bupaya ( a landmark for travelers along the Ayeyarwaddy river ). Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Bagan.

DAY 4 : BAGAN - HEHO – PINDAYA – INLE LAKE

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Bagan International Airport for Inle by domestic flight to Heho in Shan state. On the way proceed to to Pindaya. Visit magnificent Pindaya Caves, set in a limestone ridge overlooking a picturesque lake, where thousands of different types of Buddha images are on display in the various cave chambers. Visit some local houses where families produce Shan paper and parasols. Lunch at local restaurant.
After lunch, continue to Inle lake ( 22 km long, 11 km wide, 1328 meters above sea level, it has dead calm waters dotted with patches of floating vegetation and busy fishing canoes and high hills rim the lake on both sides and also the lake is famous for its unique one-leg rowers, floating villages and colourful markets ). Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Inle Lake.

DAY 5 : INLE LAKE

After breakfast at hotel, morning visit to Nam-Pan Village. Than proceed to Ywa-Ma village ( gold and silver smiths workshop ), Paung Daw Oo Pagoda ( the most famous pagoda in Shan State ), Jumping Cat monastery and floating market.
Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Inle Lake.

DAY 6 : INLE LAKE – HEHO- NGAPALI BEACH

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Heho Airport, for Ngapali Beach by domestic flight to Thandwe in Rakhine state. On arrival, transfer to Ngapali Beach ( the most famous, beautiful and sumptuous beach in Myanmar with clear blue water and clean long stretches of white sand, backed by lush cocoanut palms ).
Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Over night at Hotel in Ngapali Beach.

DAY 7 : NGAPALI BEACH

After breakfast at hotel, Day at leisure. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Over night at Hotel in Ngapali Beach.

DAY 8 : NGAPALI BEACH -THANDWE

After breakfast at hotel, visit to Thandwe . Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and over night at Hotel in Ngapali Beach.

DAY 9 : NGAPALI BEACH - Sittwe - Mrauk U

After breakfast at hotel, transfer to Airport for Sittwe by domestic flight. On arrival at Sittwe Airport, capital of Rakhine State. Arrive at Sittwe airport, transfer to jetty and 5 hour boat trip to Mrauk U ( The Rakhine King founded Mrauk U in 1433 AD and once a centre for one of Myanmar's most powerful kingdoms. ) by a private boat. Lunch on board and enjoying crusing voyage up the Kalandan ( Kissapanadi ) River. In the evening, arrive at Mrauk U and proceed to hotel. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at Hotel in Mrauk U.

Day 10 : Mrauk U

After breakfast at hotel, visit Wethali(Vesali) ( founded in the 4th century ). Sightseeing includes the ruined City Wall, Defensive Moat, Central Palace and the Great Image of Su Taung Pyae ( a 5 metre seated Buddha image which is said to have been carved out of one piece of rock ). From Wethali, continue to Kyauktaw and visit Mahamuni Buddha Image ( according to legend the original site of Mandalay's famous bronze Buddha image ). Return to Mrauk-U. After lunch, visit Museum which houses ancient stone slabs with inscriptions and an interesting collection of Rakhine-style Buddha images. Continue to most famous Shittaung Pagoda (The most complex and well-preserved of the surviving Mrauk U temples and it was built in 1535 AD by King Minbin, the most powerful of the Rakhine kings. The name of the temple means " Shrine of the 800,000 images ". With its thick walls, tiny windows and commanding views of the surrounding area, the temple may have also served as a royal fortress during times of attack. ), Andawthein ( Ordination Hall with the lord Buddha's tooth relic ), Htutkanthein ( " Ordination Hall " looks like a huge bunker from the outside. Simple dome-shaped stupa and this temple is noted for the stone sculptures. ) ), Pitaka Taik ( compact, highly ornate building and it was built in 1591 AD as a repository for the Buddhist canon. The most distinguishing features are its five-tiered roofline and beautifully decorated east-facing entranceway. ), Laungbanpyauk Pagoda ( the octagonal stupa, built in 1525 AD ), Sakyamannaung Pagoda ( this pagoda is noted for the development of Mrauk U architecture ). Enjoy the sunset at Shwetaung Hill. Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at Hotel in Mrauk U.

Day 11: Mrauk U-Sittwe

In the morning, transfer to jetty and proceed to Sittwe by boat. In the late afternoon, arrive at Sittwe and check in hotel. In the evening, visit Shwesandaw pagoda and stroll around the town.
Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Sittwe.

Day 12 : Sittwe-Yangon

In the early morning, visit morning fish market, see many kinds of fish and study about the way of life of the fishermen. It is also a good photo place. Breakfast and take leisure at hotel. In the afternoon, transfer to Sittwe Airport for flight Yangon. Arrive at Yangon and shopping at Bogyoke Aung San Market..Lunch and Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at Hotel in Yangon.

Day 13 : Yangon Departure

After breakfast, free time for leisure at Hotel. Leave Yangon International Airport for departure flight to next destination.

 
      
       
       
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