Day 1 Yangon - Mandalay (B, L, D)

Arrive and continue touring magnificent Shwedagon Pagoda, a towering landmark of Yangon;Chaukhtatkyi, a colossal reclining Buddha; karaweik Hall, a royal barge on the Kandawgyi Lake; National Museum which depicts the history and the culture of Myanmar, Nanthida Jetty to see life on the Yangon river and take the night train to Mandalay, the center of Myanma Arts and Crafts and the last capital of Myanma's kingdom. It takes about 14 hours.

Day 2 Mandalay (B, L, D)

Mandalay morning tour featuring traditional silk weaving industry, Shwenandaw Monastery, fine specimens of Myanmar wood carvings, the remains of the Atumashi Monastery, Kuthodaw Pagoda, known as the World's Biggest Book and the World's heaviest Book for its stone slabs of the Buddhist scriptures, Kyauktawgyi Pagoda; a large Buddha image carved out of a single block of marble, Mandalay Palace, and Kywezun jetty to watch water-buffaloes haul timbers and load it on to the trucks.

Afternoon tour starts with visit to famous Mahamuni Pagoda, traditional handicraft workshops, gold leafs hammering, marble work and wood-carving. Then drive over Inwa Bridge across the Ayeyarwady River to picturesque Sagaing Hill, a retreat for Buddhist devotees with numerous pagodas and monasteries.

Transfer to the hotel for 2 nights.

Day 3 Mandalay (B, L, D)

Morning tour includes Shwe Inbin monastery, an excellent specimen of Myanmar wooden architecture. Continuation of tour to ancient capital Amarapura, 11 kilometers south of Mandalay, Highlight Bagaya monastery with a famous collection of Buddha images, Mahagandayon monastery, one of the largest monasteries, and 1.2 kilometers long U Bein Wooden Bridge.

Afternoon Excursion to Mingun, 11 Kilometers upriver form Mandalay on the western bank of the Ayeyawady River, home of the largest intact bell in the world- as well as unfinished pagoda sometimes described as the biggest pile of bricks on earth and Myatheindan Pagoda, one of the prettiest pagodas in Myanmar. A 45 minute boat trip to Mingun is very pleasant with plenty of life on the river to see.

Day 4 Mandalay - Bagan (B, L, D)

Transfer to the jetty: from Mandalay to Bagan by fast boat. Transfer to the hotel for 3 nights.

Day 5 Bagan (B, L, D)

Morning visit to Nyaung-Oo Market; Shwezigon Pagoda, a solid cylindrical structure that forms the prototype of Myanmar Stupas; Kyansittha Umin, a tunnel with an interesting feature of paintings; Wetkyi-in Gubyaukkyi Temple with fine mural paintings of Jataka scenes; Htilominlo Temple, a double storied structure known for its frieze and pilaster molding and Archaeological Museum. In the afternoon visit to Ananda Temple, which contains Gothic Arches and stone sculptures of exquisite workmanship; Ananda okkyaung, a brick monastery with 18th century mural paintings; lacquerware industry; Myinkaaba Gubyaukkyi, an early style temple with mural paintings; Manuha Temple with gigantic Buddha images, a representation of the physical discomfort and mental distress of the captive King of Thaton; Nanpaya, an early style temple with the finest stone carvings; Mngalazedi Pagoda, the last stupa built before the Mongols invasion; and sunset at Bupaya Pagoda, standing on the brink of the Ayeyarwady River.

Day 6 Bagan (B, L, D)

Morning Sightseeing tours in Southeastern part of Bagan featuring 13th century temples. Nandamanya, Thambula and Laymyetnha, noted for their fine mural paintings; Payathonzu with mural paintings of Mahayanist character; Sulamani and Damayangyi, a massive temple with the finest brickwork.

Afternoon sightseeing tour including Abeyadana temple, famous for its fine mural paintings on Mahayana Buddhism; Nagayon, the early typed temples of the 11th century; Somingyi Okkyaung, a brick monastery; Seinnyet Nyiama, a temple and a stupa with exquisite design and decorations; East and West Petleik Pagodas, with interesting terracota plaques; and Lawkananda, a Pyu-style stupa on the brink of Ayeyarwady River.

Day 7 Bagan - Mt. Popa - Kalaw (B, L, D)

Drive to Kalaw enroute Mount Popa, visit the shrines of 37 nats. Continue driving to Kalaw.
Overnight in Kalaw.

Day 8 Kalaw - Pindaya - Inle Lake (B, L, D)

Drive to Pindaya; about 30 miles from Kalaw. Visit the cave with over 8,000 Buddha images from the 18th century, parasole making and mulberry paper making. Proceed to the Inle Lake and take a boat to get to the hotel on the lake. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 9 Inle Lake - Yangon (B, L, D)

Excursion to Inle Lake famous for its unique leg-rowers and scenic beauty. Tour Highlights, Phaungdaw Oo Pagoda; wonderful floating gardens; floating market; natives method of fishing; weaving village of Inpawkhon and village life on the lake. Transfer to the airport for the departure flight to Yangon.

Day 10 Yangon (B, L)

Morning touring includes Bogyoke Aung San Market; Kaba Aye (World Peace) Pagoda Maha Passana Guha Cave where sixth Buddhist Synod took place. Proceed to Botataung Pagoda, a famous landmark on Yangon's waterfront; Maha Bandoola Park with Independence Monument; Sule Pagoda, a beautiful octagonal golden stupa in the heart of the city. Transfer to the airport for the departure flight.

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