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Bagan

Bagan

The world famous Bagan temples are one of the 'must see' sites of Myanmar (Burma).

Bago By Bike (or on foot)

Bago By Bike (or on foot)

Explore the town and its glittering pagodas on a guided tour, either by bicycle or by foot.

Chauktatgyi Paya and Reclining Buddha

Chauktatgyi Paya and Reclining Buddha

Exploration of some of Yangon's most significant cultural sights.

Dhat Zoam Doi Pagoda

Dhat Zoam Doi Pagoda

Fascinating insight into culture, beliefs and rituals, but also spectacular views of the surrounding countryside

Discover The Mingun Ruins

Discover The Mingun Ruins

A guided tour of the Mingun Ruins including the immense Mingun Bell.

Explore ancient Ava (Inwa)

Explore ancient Ava (Inwa)

Fascinating ancient capital on the Irrawaddy River.

Indein Afternoon Boat Trip

Indein Afternoon Boat Trip

Peculiar collection of ancient pagodas jutting out from the earth, some crumbling and ruined, others well-preserved.

Kakku Pagodas

Kakku Pagodas

Trek or travel by boat to the temple complex and explore the quirky pagodas.

Mandalay

Mandalay

Myanmar's second city and bustling cultural and religious hub.

Mawlamyine City Tour

Mawlamyine City Tour

Explore Mawlamyine (formerly Moulmein), a city that inspired both Orwell and Kipling.

Mrauk-U

Mrauk-U

See the heart of the ancient Rakhine Kingdom, near the border with Bangladesh.

Pindaya, Nr Lake Inle

Pindaya, Nr Lake Inle

A town near Heho, Lake Inle, that is famous for its limestone caves.

Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo)

Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo)

A town just outside of Mandalay with many visible signs of Anglicisation.

The Pagodas of Sagaing

The Pagodas of Sagaing

Spend a day exploring a hand-picked selection of the pagoda's and markets surrounding Sagaing.

The Shwezigon Pagoda

The Shwezigon Pagoda

Deeply significant sacred building in Bagan.

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    • Classic Holidays
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