Myanmar: Hilltribes & Sunrises
14 days
From
$ 1499
Duration14 days
Now's the time to explore Myanmar (also known as Burma) on your terms with this tour that's affordable for young travellers. Take a personal pause among the serene villages of Inle Lake, get acquainted with local flavours on a trek to meet hilltribe communities, and see some of the most stunning ancient sites this side of Southeast Asia. It just takes two weeks (and a good mix of free time and activities!) to explore a side of Myanmar not many get a chance to see. Now's your chance to get ahead of the game.
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Duration: 14 daysService level: Basic
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Physical Grading: Average
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Ages: 18+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Chiang Mai
Arrive at any time.
Tonight, get to know the group as you head off to the Night Bazaar for a whirlwind first evening together. Or slow it down with a drink or two at the Riverside Bar.
Tonight, get to know the group as you head off to the Night Bazaar for a whirlwind first evening together. Or slow it down with a drink or two at the Riverside Bar.
Day 2: Chiang Mai/Kengtung
Cross the border into Myanmar (Burma), then travel inland to the ethnically diverse town of Kengtung.
Day 3: Kengtung/Inle Lake
Opt to soak up the lively atmosphere of Kyaing Tong Market with a free morning. This afternoon, travel in style with a quick flight to serene Inle, home to the Intha people, floating villages, and leg rowers.
Please note the flight from Kengtung to Inle Lake (Heho) has temporarily been canceled. During this period of time, travelers will instead travel from Kengtung to Tachilek (4 hours), and fly from Tachilek to Heho airport. This message will be updated when this flight starts up again.
Meals: B
Day 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.
Meals: B
Day 6: Inle Lake/Bagan
Continue exploring Inle Lake with another free day. Later this evening, board an overnight bus to Bagan.
Day 7: Bagan
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.
Meals: B
Day 8: Bagan
This morning, opt to head out before sunrise and embark on an unforgettable hot-air balloon flight over the temples and plains of Bagan. If you're visiting between October to March, pre-book the "Balloons Over Bagan" activity on the checkout page ahead of time, to include this optional on your tour.
Enjoy a free day to visit nearby villages or further explore the ruins.
Meals: B
Day 9: Bagan/Mandalay
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.
Meals: B
Day 10: Mandalay/Yangon
Opt to check out Mandalay's ancient temples, visit the nearby ancient royal capital of Amarapura, or traverse the world's longest teak bridge.
Enjoy a free day before boarding an overnight bus to Yangon.
Meals: B
Day 11: Yangon
Enjoy an orientation walk in the country's largest city, and opt to visit the incredible Shwedagon Pagoda.
Day 12: Yangon
Spend a free day exploring the country's former capital.
Meals: B
Day 13: Yangon/Bangkok
Fly back to Thailand. Enjoy a final night with the group in the country's capital city.
Meals: B
Day 14: Bangkok
Depart at any time.
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Meal at Sanon Restaurant and Culinary Training School, Bagan Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Full-day trekking excursion (Kengtung)
- Sunrise temple tour (Bagan)
- Orientation walk in Yangon
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Private vehicle, Public bus, Plane, Walking -
Accommodation
Simple hotels (twin-share) (11 nts), Sleeper bus (2 nts)