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The Ayeyarwady & Myeik Archipelago
13 days from CAD13,050pp
What is tailor made?
100% custom | Exceptional experiences | Hand-picked guides | Lodging with character | Designed to your schedule, budget & interests
Itinerary highlights
Explore the colonial remnants and gold gilded pagodas of downtown Yangon.
Sail along the Ayeyarwady in luxury visiting quaint villages and historical sights along the way.
Watch the sunset over Bagan's spectacular archaeological site.
Embark on a cruise around the unspoilt Mergui archipelago.
Price includes
In-destination transfers
Activities and excursions as detailed
- Yangon
- Mandalay
- Bagan
- Yangon
- Kawthoung
Itinerary idea in detail
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Day 1 Yangon
Upon arrival in Yangon you will be met be an Audley representative and taken to your hotel. After settling in to your accommodation you will be taken to the beautiful Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset before enjoying some refreshments on the popular 19th street.
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Day 2 Yangon
This morning you will be met by your guide and driven to downtown Yangon where you will enjoy a walking tour of the old colonial district. The afternoon is free to explore at your own leisure.
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Day 3 Yangon
Full day in Yangon to explore at your own leisure.
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Day 4 Mandalay
This morning you will be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport in time for your early morning flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival in Mandalay you will be met by your guide and taken to your hotel. This afternoon can be spent exploring Mandalay at your own leisure.
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Day 5 Mandalay
Today you will board the Sanctuary Ananda for a fascinating cruise down the Ayeyarwady. After settling in to your cabin you can enjoy a meal in the restaurant and a cocktail on the top deck under the stars.
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Day 6 Mandalay
Today the cruise will take you to Sin Kyun Village and the historic site of Mingun.
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Day 7 Mandalay
Today you will explore the markets of Pakokku and the Shewzigon Pagoda.
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Day 8 Mandalay
Today you will have some time to further explore Bagan before enjoying a spectacular sunset over the archaeological site.
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Day 9 Yangon
Bid farewell to the cruise and fly to Yangon where you will be spending the night.
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Day 10 On-board ship (Kawthoung)
Yangon , On-board ship
This morning you will be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport in time for your early morning flight to Kawthoung. Upon arrival in Kawthoung you will be met by a representative from Burma Boating and taken to the jetty in time to begin your cruise.
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Day 11 On-board ship (Kawthoung)
On-board ship
Waking up to the pristine beauty of the Mergui archipelago you will spend the day exploring some the region's many islands and beaches.
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Day 12 On-board ship (Kawthoung)
On-board ship
Today you will further explore the Mergui archipelago meeting the Moken sea people and learn about their daily life.
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Day 13 Return home
Kawthoung
Today you will disembark the cruise in Kawthuong and transfer to Phuket for your onward arrangements.
Contact a specialist
The specialist who designs your trip to Burma (Myanmar) will have explored the country many times and, in some cases, lived there. Their first-hand knowledge gives us the belief that no other travel company can match our expertise in helping you plan your trip. Your dedicated specialist will take the time to understand your preferences and build them into an itinerary to match, working to your budget. He or she will keep perfecting it until you’re completely happy and ready to book.
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This itinerary begins with a unique exploration of Myanmar's Mergui archipelago, a region that remains vastly untouched and little visited by tourists. Explore remote islands by yacht, snorkel in crystal clear waters and enjoy deserted white sand beaches, before a tour of Myanmar's highlights including the former capital of Yangon, the temples of Bagan, the natural wonder of Inle Lake and the royal city of Mandalay.