From spiritual Sagaing to the enigmatic ruins of Mingun, embark on a breathtaking journey of discovery as you cruise along the Ayeyarwady River from Bagan to Mandalay.
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Overview
Highlights
- Choose your own morning adventure in Bagan, including a bike ride, a pagoda tour, a hot-air balloon flight or a visit to a community project
- Explore historic sites or a rural village near Mingun
- Discover Mandalay’s incredible traditional arts, including bronze casting and marble carving
- Visit a Buddhist nunnery in the Sagaing Hills
What’s Included
- Buffet breakfast and lunch, and table d'hôte dinner - both eastern and western choices available
- Complimentary soft drinks, mineral water, local beer and free flow house wine (local and international) with lunch and dinner
- Internal flights within Myanmar included between Yangon and ship, as per itinerary
- Fully-qualified resident doctor
- All sightseeing, as per itinerary
- No single supplement on Superior or Deluxe Cabins
- Other drinks and meals not clearly mentioned
- Personal expenditures such as camera fees, tips, laundry service, etc.
- Personal insurance (compulsory)
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the program
- International air fare to/from Yangon
- Visa and visa arrangement
- Departure tax of US$10/person
Calendar & Prices
This trip is private and therefore can be altered to suit your needs, date of commencement and budget requirements.
Prices vary due to a number of specifics:
- Seasonal: during high season (October-April), the prices of services are generally higher when compared to the low season (May-September).
- The number of participants: the more of you that travel together the less you will pay!
- The choice of hotels: Fairly obvious one here; a 5-star hotel can cost ten times as much as a 2 star hotel.
- The activities during the trip: Two trips on the same itinerary and of the same length can have two different prices depending on the number and nature of activities included.
- The booking date: In some cases, booking your trip late can drastically affect prices due to their low availability.
Notes:
- We specialize in “tailor-made” tours for groups of two or more. We carefully inspect each step of your journey from the accommodation to the perfect guide to suit your needs
- The itinerary is open to modification to fit your personal travel needs
- Modifications to the itinerary may increase the price of the package
- For the price of this trip, just ask for a quote by clicking on "TOUR PRICE"
- If you are looking for a trip modified to your requirements, please send us your needs by filling out the form in “Customize your trip”
- We will contact and send you a quote, excluding holiday period, within 48 hours of receiving your request.
Itinerary
From spiritual Sagaing to the enigmatic ruins of Mingun, embark on a breathtaking journey of discovery as you cruise along the Ayeyarwady River from Bagan to Mandalay.
Tour Plan
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Day 1 Yangon - Flight to Bagan (-/L/D)
Yangon - Bagan: 626km, 1h20min flight
Morning domestic flight from Yangon to Bagan. On arrival transfer to the Road To Mandalay berthed at the private jetty near Old Bagan. After lunch on board, set off on a guided tour. Visit Ananda, one of Bagan’s most magnificent temples, then explore a rarely visited temple by torchlight. Later learn about the traditional art of lacquer ware. Your day ends watching the sun set over the mesmerising Bagan plains, followed by an exclusive candle-lighting ceremony. Tonight, dine under the stars at the Road to Mandalay Grill on the Observation Deck.
Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On Board Road to Mandalay
Day 2 Bagan - Cruise to Mandalay (B/L/D)
Before setting sail embark on the morning adventure of your choice. Select from a bicycle or horse-and-cart ride around the temples of Old Bagan, a sunrise temple tour or a visit to a local community project. For an additional supplement you can set off on an inspiring hot-air balloon flight. As the ship sails towards Mandalay, enjoy onboard activities ranging from a cultural lecture to a treatment at the spa. Relax by the pool on the Observation Deck, the largest outdoor space of any river cruise ship in Myanmar, or keep fit in the gym. Sample local infusions and delicacies in our Burmese Tea Shop and learn how to dress in traditional Myanmar longyi, a type of sarong. In the evening, dine on a selection of Asian and Western dishes in the elegant Restaurant. Sample the house wines or choose from our extensive international wine list.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On Board Road to Mandalay
Day 3 Mingun (B/L/D)
During the morning’s sailing there are a range of activities available, from sunrise yoga and meditation to cookery demonstrations and a talk from the onboard doctor. Arrive in Mingun and choose from two fascinating tours. Discover the historical sites nearby or join a walk through a rural village, engaging with the locals. In the evening you are invited to wear a traditional sarong to our vibrant Longyi Cocktail Party on the Observation Deck.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On Board Road to Mandalay
Day 4 Sagaing - Mandalay (B/L/D)
We arrive in Mandalay after a short cruise. Early risers can participate in a Buddhist almsgiving ceremony on shore. Select the tour of your choice: “Highlights of Mandalay” visits important historic sites around the city, including Kuthodaw Pagoda and Shwenandaw Golden Monastery. “Mandalay Arts and Shopping” focuses on the city’s renowned traditional crafts, such as bronze, marble, silk and woodwork. Rejoin the ship at Shwe Kyet Yet village. After lunch, visit the Sagaing Hills, considered to be the living centre of the Buddhist faith in Myanmar. Toast the sunset with a champagne cocktail overlooking the amazing U Bein Bridge. After a sumptuous farewell dinner on board, enjoy traditional entertainment.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: On Board Road to Mandalay
Day 5 Mandalay - Departure (B/-/-)
An early-bird breakfast is served before you disembark from Belmond Road to Mandalay for your onward travel arrangements. End of our services
Meals Included: Breakfast
