Day /1
Fly to Bangkok
Fly to Bangkok from London Heathrow.
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Day /2
Fly to Yangon
On arrival in Bangkok, connect with the short flight to Yangon. Private transfer to The Governor’s Residence for a two night stay, with the remainder of the day at leisure. (B)
Belmond Governor's ResidenceDay /3
Sightseeing around Yangon
Discover the main sights of Yangon with your private guide, taking in its colonial buildings, the reclining Buddha and the spectacular Shwedagon Pagoda. (B)
Day /4
Fly to Bagan
Take a morning flight to Bagan where you will board the Road to Mandalay for a four night cruise. After lunch, visit the inside of some of the most significant pagodas with a guide before watching the sun set across the plains. Return to the ship for dinner. (FB)
Day /5-7
Sail on towards Mandalay
Following further exploration of Bagan, set sail towards Mandalay, relaxing on the top deck as river life glides by. Visit local villages and take a guided tour of Mandalay, before cruising to Mingun, home to the world’s largest uncracked bell. Also included is a visit to the Sagaing Hills, with its array of beautiful pagodas and thriving community of Buddhist monks and nuns. (FB)
Belmond Road to Mandalay - Highlights of MyanmarDay /8
Disembark in Mandalay
Disembark in Mandalay where you will be met and transferred to the Mandalay Hill Resort for an overnight stay. (B)
Mandalay HillDay /9-11
Fly to Heho
Fly to Heho and take the scenic road journey to Inle Lake for a three night stay at Inle Princess Resort, your base for three nights. The following two days will introduce the highlights and traditions of the magical lake from leg-rowers to waterbound temples, village life and magnificent scenery. (B,L)
Inle PrincessDay /12
Return to London
Return to the airport for your flight to Yangon where a day room is provided at The Strand along with a driver and guide at your disposal. Depart this evening for Bangkok, to connect with your flight to London Heathrow.