Burma Encounter - Journeys of Distinction Light

14-DAY BURMA ENLIGHTENED TOUR

After much consideration, and in support of the Burmese people, we have decided

to introduce this tour which offers cultural travellers the opportunity to discover Burma, its people and way of life. We work in partnership with local, private companies to showcase a land that is both beautiful and spiritual.

So much is included in the price
• Return flights to and from the UK with Malaysian Airlines, and internal flights, including all UK taxes
• Visits to Burma’s cities and villages including a downstream cruise on the Ayeyarwaddy River and entrance to some of the best known pagodas
• Sightseeing as specified with transfers and entrance fees included
• Your local guide will meet you on arrival, accompany you throughout and give you a real insider’s view of the country
• Free time to explore independently
• 11 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner
• Quality hotels throughout

Extend Your Holiday
Once the travel bug bites you, it’s hard to return to normal life; but you can always put it off for a bit longer by booking an extension or stopover to give yourself a few more days’ holiday and a wealth of different experiences.

Ngwe Saung Beach extension

Day 1 Rangoon to Ngwe Saung
Glimpse local life as you drive to Ngwe Saung and its 16 mile, unspoilt beach which has

breathtaking views across the Bay of Bengal.

Days 2 & 3 Ngwe Saung
Relax in your resort or on the beach, try the spa or venture into Ngwe Saung's village centre.

Day 4 Ngwe Saung to Rangoon
Drive back to the capital for one last night in this fascinating country.

Day 5 Rangoon to Heathrow
You’ll transfer to the airport for your return flight via Kuala Lumpur arriving early the next day.
Meals: 4 breakfasts, in-flight.
Hotel: 3 nights Sunny Paradise, 1 night Traders.

From £395 per person.

Tour itinerary

Day 1 Depart Heathrow
Your morning flight travels via Kuala Lumpur.
Meals: In-flight

Day 2 Rangoon (Yangon)
After arriving at Rangon airport, you’ll have free time this afternoon to explore the spice market, Chinatown or the botanical gardens.
Meals: In-flight
Hotel: Traders

Day 3 Rangoon to Maymyo
This morning you’ll fly to Mandalay then drive to the former British hill station of Maymyo, with its colonial-style buildings and markets.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Win Unity

Day 4 Maymyo to Mandalay
On a morning tour you’ll venture to the ancient Peik Khyin Myaung Caves and continue on to Pwe Kyauk Falls before returning to Mandalay.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Mandalay Hill Resort

Day 5 Mandalay
You have full free day in Mandalay today to do your own thing, or you can join one of our optional excursions; one of our favourites is ‘A Day in the Life of a Monk’, which includes visits to the monk accessory shop and the monastery.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Mandalay Hill Resort

Day 6 Mandalay to Pagan (Bagan)

After an early breakfast you’ll embark on a leisurely 8 hour journey on the Ayeyarwaddy River to Pagan, with lunch served on board.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Thande Riverview

Day 7 Pagan

On this morning’s half day tour of Pagan you’ll travel by horse and cart to a selection of the most significant ancient pagodas and temples. You’re free to explore by yourself this afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Thande Riverview

Day 8 Pagan

Today we take you to Myinkabar village to visit a farmer’s house and barber’s shop and

experience some traditional family businesses such as lacquer ware, bamboo fence makers, cigar workshops and traditional rice pounding. This afternoon, the itinerary is up to you.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Thande Riverview

Day 9 Pagan to Inle Lake
This morning you’ll fly to Heho then drive to Ayethayar, a hilly resort town famous for its wine production. After a vineyard visit, you’ll go for lunch and a wine tasting before transferring to your hotel on the shore of Lake Inle.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel: Inle Resort

Day 10 Inle Lake

We've lined up a half day excursion to some of the most fascinating sites on the lake. You'll visit Phaungdaw Oo Pagoda sat amidst the lake's stilted villages, then board a boat to the western shore to a stairway leading to the hidden Inn Thein Pagoda complex.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Inle Resort

Day 11 Inle Lake
You have a free day to enjoy your wonderful surroundings, or take one of our optional

excursions including a visit to the Nga Phe Kyong Monastery with its famous jumping cats, or a trip to the meditation centre to practice peace and serenity, Burmese style.
Meals: Breakfast
Hotel: Inle Resort

Day 12 Inle Lake to Rangoon
You’ll transfer by boat to Nyaung Shwe then drive to Heho airport for your flight to Rangoon for a free afternoon before this evening’s sunset dinner cruise along the Rangoon River.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Hotel: Traders

Day 13 Rangoon
After breakfast, you’ll transfer to the airport for your flight via Kuala Lumpur, or continue to your beach extension.
Meals: Breakfast, In-flight.

Day 14 Arrive Heathrow
Your flight lands early this morning.
Meals: In-flight.