This Mandalay trip allows us to discover the best site of Mandalay including the Ubein Bridge, Bagaya Monastery, boat trip to former Royal Capital of Inwa, horse -carriage experience…

Mandalay Excursions to Amarapura, Ava & Sagaing Tour

 

Location: Mandalay, Myanmar
Duration: 10 hours (approx.)
Start/End: Pick up and drop off at your hotel in Mandalay
Tour Type: Sightseeing & Experience
Tour Category: Tour Mandalay
Highlights of this tour:

  • Famous Buddhist monastery Mahagandayon
  • 200-year-old U Bein teak bridge
  • Bagaya Monastery
  • Boa trip to former Royal Capital of Inwa
  • Horse-drawn carriage experience

Experience this Mandalay Excursion to Amarapura, Ava & Sagaing With:

  • Guides: hand-picked best tour guides with deep knowledge, humor, profession (English speaking guides, other languages upon request)
  • Drivers: polite,  friendly, responsible, reliable with many years of driving experience
  •  Vehicles: comfortable, spacious, air-conditioned & clean
  • Meals: meals are arranged at local restaurants so you can taste authentic Burmese cuisine

Please note that every element of the tour below can be tailored. Tell us your specific interest and we will be happy to make adjustments for you. This inquiry is totally free and you are under no obligation! 

 
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In the morning, picked up by our local guide and driver, then your Mandalay excursion starts with a 30-minute scenic drive to Amarapura, the former royal capital in Myanmar which is well-known as the City of Immortalily. View the famous Buddhist monastery of Mahagandayon where more than a thousand monks live and study. Learn about the strick religious discipline in the monastery and observe the daily life of the Burmese monks.

monks in a morning alms at Mahagandayone monasteryThe next highlight is U Bein bridge – one of the most famous tourist attractions in Mandalay dating back at the time when Amarapura was Royal capital. Stretching through 1.2 km over the serene Taungthaman Lake for over 200 years, the world’s longest teak-wood bridge has created a wonderful photo stop for photographers and drawn visitors from all over the world.

u bein bridge - the logest teak bridge in the world in the morning light

Then visit Bagaya Monastery, an ancient monastery built entirely by teak noted for a superb collection of Buddha statues.
After lunch at a local restaurant, travel by a short boat trip to the former Royal Capital of Inwa (also called Ava). Get on a horse-drawn carriage to explore the city’s highlights. Head to Nanmyint Watch Tower, the remains of the palace building name “the leaning tower of Ava”.
Then we move to Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery, a fine example of the Burmese architecture from the time of Konbaung dynasty in the 19th century built of brick and stucco. Follow your guide to Bargayar Monastery which is famous for its impressive ornate woodcarvings and teak posts.

Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery inwa

Later on, visit Sagaing Hill, one of the most important religious centers in Myanmar. Enjoy the tranquil sunset from the top of the hill before returning to Mandalay. Trip ends. We hope that you love the itinerary. Thank you for making your trip with Go Myanmar Tours!

Sagaing hill at dusk

Price: Please contact us for your special price.

INCLUSIONS
What’s included?

  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Entrance fees & permits
  • Tours guide (English speaking tour guide)
  • Good (private) car or van with air-condition
  • Boat trip
  • Horse drawn carriage
  • One bottle of water/per person

What’s excluded?

  • Drinks & beverage
  • Others not mentioned
  • Insurance
Appreciate the beauty of the longest teak-wood bridge in the world
Appreciate the beauty of the longest teak-wood bridge in the world
U Bein bridge
U Bein bridge
u bein bridge - the logest teak bridge in the world in the morning light

Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery inwa
Sagaing hill at dusk
monks in a morning alms at Mahagandayone monastery

mandalay tour to amarapura ava and sagaing
mandalay tour to amarapura ava and sagaing
Appreciate the beauty of the longest teak-wood bridge in the world
Appreciate the beauty of the longest teak-wood bridge in the world

Bagaya Monastery (Shwenanda)
Bagaya Monastery (Shwenanda)
Nanmyint Watch Tower
Mandalay Excursions to Amarapura, Ava & Sagaing Tour
Mandalay Excursions to Amarapura, Ava & Sagaing Tour