18-to-Thirtysomethings: Myanmar on a Shoestring (ATTB)
Countries Visited: Myanmar, Thailand
Trip Style: Information Not available
Service Level: Basic
Excellent value, amazing prices, quality experiences Simple and clean hotels, guesthouses and hostels chosen for location and character Affordable public and private transport for maximum cultural interaction Plenty of optional activities tailored to your interests and budget
Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
Group Size: Max 18, avg 12
Meals Included: 9 breakfasts
Accommodations: Simple hotels (12 nts), overnight bus (1 nt).
Highlights
Experience the ancient ruins of Bagan, trek amongst rice paddies and hilltribes, stroll Mandalays temples, relax at Inle Lake.
Description
Amazing, surreal, largely untouched by modernity - there are a ton of ways to describe Myanmar (also known as Burma), but it's better to visit and see for yourself. Using Thailand as a jumping off point, take two weeks to walk, hike, and roam all over the region, from the Bagan temples and ruins to the rice paddies and rural hilltribes. And with two flights included, you'll avoid long travel days and ensure you get the most out of your cultural immersion in different Myanma towns. Just trust us when we say you need to experience the wonder and beauty of Myanmar for yourself at least once in your life. Make that time now - right now.
Trip Style: Information Not available
Service Level: Basic
Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
Group Size: Max 18, avg 12
Meals Included: 9 breakfasts
Accommodations: Simple hotels (12 nts), overnight bus (1 nt).
Highlights
Experience the ancient ruins of Bagan, trek amongst rice paddies and hilltribes, stroll Mandalays temples, relax at Inle Lake.
Description
Amazing, surreal, largely untouched by modernity - there are a ton of ways to describe Myanmar (also known as Burma), but it's better to visit and see for yourself. Using Thailand as a jumping off point, take two weeks to walk, hike, and roam all over the region, from the Bagan temples and ruins to the rice paddies and rural hilltribes. And with two flights included, you'll avoid long travel days and ensure you get the most out of your cultural immersion in different Myanma towns. Just trust us when we say you need to experience the wonder and beauty of Myanmar for yourself at least once in your life. Make that time now - right now.
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- Tour Operator
- G Adventures
- Duration
- 14 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
Day | Destination | Description |
Day 1 | Chiang Mai | Day 1 Chiang Mai Arrive at any time. Included Activities: Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting |
Day 2 | Kengtung | Day 2 Chiang Mai/Kengtung Cross the border into Myanmar (Burma), then travel inland to the ethnically diverse town of Kengtung. Included Activities: Border Crossing (Thailand - Myanmar/Burma) Transport: Private Vehicle (4.00 hour(s)) Private Vehicle (3.50 hour(s), 155km) |
Day 3 | Inle Lake | Day 3 Kengtung/Inle Lake (1B) Enjoy an included half-day trek through rice paddies along a countryside dotted by various hilltribes. Later in the afternoon, travel in style with a quick flight to serene Inle, home to the Intha people, floating villages, and leg rowers. Included Activities: Half-day Hilltribe Trek Transport: Plane (2.50 hour(s)) Private Vehicle (1.00 hour(s), 30km) |
Days 4-5 | Inle Lake | Days 4-5 Inle Lake Enjoy free time to explore the area. Opt to rent a bike, take a cooking class, or tour the lake by boat, visiting some of its floating villages and gardens. |
Day 6 | Bagan | Day 6 Inle Lake/Bagan Continue exploring Inle Lake with another free day. Later this evening, board an overnight bus to Bagan. Transport: Overnight bus (9.00 hour(s), 320km) |
Day 7 | Bagan | Day 7 Bagan (1B) Arrive early in the morning and visit the ancient site of Bagan for a sunrise temple tour. Enjoy free time for the rest of the day. Included Activities: Sunrise Temple Tour |
Day 8 | Bagan | Day 8 Bagan (1B) Enjoy a free day to visit nearby villages or further explore the ruins. |
Day 9 | Mandalay | Day 9 Bagan/Mandalay (1B) Enjoy an included breakfast at Sanon, a G Adventures-supported restaurant and culinary training school. Afterwards, travel to Mandalay and enjoy free time. Opt to climb Mandalay Hill or visit the Golden Monastery. Included Activities: Meal at Sanon Restaurant and Culinary Training School Transport: Private Vehicle (5.00-6.00 hours, 270km) |
Day 10 | Yangon | Day 10 Mandalay/Yangon (1B) Opt to check out Mandalays ancient temples, visit the nearby ancient royal capital of Amarapura, or traverse the worlds longest teak bridge. Transport: Overnight bus (9.00 hour(s), 590km) |
Day 11 | Yangon | Day 11 Yangon Enjoy an orientation walk in the countrys largest city, and opt to visit the incredible Shwedagon Pagoda. Included Activities: Orientation Walk |
Day 12 | Yangon | Day 12 Yangon (1B) Spend a free day exploring the countrys former capital. |
Day 13 | Bangkok | Day 13 Yangon/Bangkok (1B) Fly back to Thailand. Enjoy a final night with the group in the countrys capital city. Transport: Plane (4.00-5.00 hours) |
Day 14 | Bangkok | Day 14 Bangkok Depart at any time. |
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- Disclaimer
Local Flights: All local flights are included in the cost of your tour unless otherwise noted. It is important that we have your passport information at the time of booking in order to process these tickets. Internal flight tickets are issued locally and will be given to you prior to the flight departure.
Dossier Disclaimer:The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.
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Itinerary Disclaimer: While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.