Unlock the history, culture and traditions of Myanmar’s former capital Yangon with its holy gilded stupa, colonial buildings, parks and market. Lighten your vacation by visiting the precious Golden Rock located in Mount Kyaiktiyo, one of the 3 most sacred sites in Myanmar. Be inspired by how a huge size rock able to get the perfect balancing even it is against the gravity, especially when it appears to be at the edge of the hill. On the last day, travel back through history in the historic ancient city of Bago, see golden stupas, reclining Buddha and myriad of monasteries.
Yangon Excursion 3 days
Overview
Highlights
- Enjoy sunset at Shwedagon Pagoda, see the lights come on and watch the stupa glow in the darkness
- See massive Golden Rock which defies gravity as it hangs over the edge of a mountain
- Visit the ancient capital of Bago, home to many important Buddhist and historical sites
What’s Included
- Car
- Hotel (2 nights)
- Accommodation in Yangon
- Transportation for tour class car with air-Conditioned.
- Entrance Fee
- Open public truck car for Golden Rock
- English Speaking Guide
- 02 Wet Towels; 02 Bottles of drinking water for each person
- Service Change
Policy
- PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
Notes:
- *All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
- Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Itinerary
Unlock the history, culture and traditions of Myanmar's former capital Yangon with its holy gilded stupa, colonial buildings, parks and market. Lighten your vacation by visiting the precious Golden Rock located in Mount Kyaiktiyo, one of the 3 most sacred sites in Myanmar. Be inspired by how a huge size rock able to get the perfect balancing even it is against the gravity, especially when it appears to be at the edge of the hill. On the last day, travel back through history in the historic ancient city of Bago, see golden stupas, reclining Buddha and myriad of monasteries.
Tour Plan
In the morning, tour guide will meet you at your hotel to start your interesting discovery of Yangon. The sightseeing tour start with visit to the old colonial-style city center with City Hall, Maha Bandula Park with Independence Monument, Strand road and Yangon Jetty by Car. Then continue visit to Botataung Pagoda and Ahma Mya Nan Nwe, a devotee to the Botahtaung Pagoda. She was known to be a dragon guarding the pagoda. Later visit Bogyoke Aung San Market, closed on Monday, formally known as Scott Market, where you can buy literally all sorts of items from luxury goods, handicrafts, food stuff, clothing, jewelry to consumer goods... Afternoon, visit to Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda with the colossal reclining Buddha. Continue to Karaweik Hall barge on the Royal lake for some photo shoots. Final stop is world famous Shwedagon Pagoda. Witness the golden dome light up sunshine at the sunset. After tour, transfer to your hotel.
Pick up at hotel and start the trip to Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda known as “Golden Rock” (about 04 hour driving from Yangon). Regular car or coaches can reach only Kingpun Base Camp at the foot of the hills, from there, take an open truck up to the top of the mountain. When you reach the main pilgrimage site, you will see the sacred boulder covered by gold leaf is balance precariously on the very edge of cliff and enjoy sunset from this unforgettable site. After tour, transfer to hotel.
Pick up at hotel, drive to an ancient capital Bago. Arrive at Bago, visit Kyaik Khat Wain Kyaung, see monks come out to collect donation (if arrive in time). Next is Shwe Tha Lyaung Reclining Buddha, Shwe Maw Daw Pagoda, Kyaikpun Pagoda and Kanbawzathardi Golden Palace of Mon King Bayinnaung. Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace gives a clear picture on how grandeur and wealthy the kingdom was. Enjoy the amazing decorations and traditional architecture of this mega historical palace. Afternoon, return to Yangon and transfer to your hotel or airport. End of services.