5D/4N Yangon, Bago & The Golden Rock

Day 1

Arrival Yangon (LD)

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your Guide who will accompany you as you transfer to the hotel. Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is a relatively quiet and charming city. Its impressive colonial and spiritual heritage makes it one of the most fascinating cities in Southeast Asia.

This afternoon, your journey begins with a visit around the city and its highlights. Stop at the Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda, which houses a 70-meter reclining Buddha. Late this afternoon, visit to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. The central stupa is 90 meters tall and gilded with gold leaf.  As the sun begins to set enjoy the breathtaking views of the Pagoda and surrounding skyline. Overnight in Yangon.

Day 2

Yangon (BLD)

After breakfast at the hotel, morning visit to the Strand Jetty to see river life on the Yangon River. Then continue visiting to the Sule pagoda in the center of the city and for a walk around the Mahabandoola Park to see the colonial courthouse and the city hall.

This afternoon, visit to Gem souvenir centre & Kabaaye Pagoda. and then shopping to Bogyoke Market, formerly known as Scott’s Market, where you can browse through the wide selection of Myanmar handicrafts and other goods. (Note: Market is closed on Mondays and public holidays). As today comes to a close, extend to take a stroll around colorful Chinatown and Indiatown.Dinner with Traditional Culture Show at Karaweik Palace Restaurant

Day 3

Yangon – Kyaikhtiyo & Golden Rock (BLD)

Depart Yangon early this morning for a journey by road to Kyaikhtiyo and the Golden Rock.

Late morning, arrive at Kyaikhtiyo base camp (approximately 5 hrs). Travel by local, open-air truck along a winding road (45 minutes) where you be dropped off at the junction camp to travel the final distance to Golden Rock on foot. The uphill trek is along a paved trekking path and offers great views of the surrounding area. For an easier alternative, four porters can carry you uphill in a specially-made sedan chair allowing you to enjoy the views without all of the hard work! (extra cost not included).

After about one hour of trekking, reach the Golden Rock. A huge boulder covered by gold leaf and delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff, Golden Rock is one of Myanmar’s main pilgrimage sites. The pagoda here is said to hold a hair of the Buddha and Buddhist from across the country come here to pay homage. Dinner at the Hotel. 

Day 4

Kyaikhtiyo – Bago – Yangon (BLD)

After breakfast, return to the base camp by open-air truck and begin the return journey to Yangon. En route, stop in Bago, the capital of the 6^th century Mon kingdom.  

Your visit in Bago begins at Shwethalyaung Temple which houses a beautiful 55-meter long reclining Buddha. Continue to the Mon-style Shwemawdaw Pagoda, one of the most venerated in Myanmar and whose 114 meter spire is taller than the one at Shwedagon Pagoda. Before departing Bago, visit the well-restored former palace, Kambozathadi, which was the marvel of Asia when it was originally built in the 16^th century. On the way back to Yangon, stop at the Allied War Cemetery near Htaukkyan. This beautiful, peaceful cemetery is the final resting place for over 27,000 Allied soldiers. Dinner served at local restaurant at Yangon.  

Day 5

Depart Yangon (B)

Breakfast, transfer to airport for flight your flight back home.