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Embark on an exhilarating 13 Days Myanmar and Laos Adventure Tour, a meticulously crafted Southeast Asia thrill experience designed for travelers eager to combine profound cultural immersion with exciting soft adventures in two of the region's most captivating and spiritually rich nations. This dynamic 13-day Asia itinerary by Golden Trail Travel offers an unparalleled journey through ancient wonders, breathtaking landscapes, and vibrant spiritual traditions, inviting you to delve deep into the heart of authentic local experiences and discover the genuine rhythms of life, all while engaging in memorable outdoor activities. It’s an ideal choice for those looking for an active Burma Laos journey, combining cultural insights with a sense of exploration.
Your remarkable adventure begins in Myanmar (Burma), a land of shimmering pagodas, timeless traditions, and incredibly warm hospitality. You'll delve deep into its spiritual heart, starting in Yangon, where the majestic Shwedagon Pagoda stands as a golden beacon of devotion. Witness its awe-inspiring beauty, the bustling spiritual life surrounding it, and the unique blend of colonial and local architecture. Journey to Bagan, a UNESCO World Heritage site, where thousands of ancient temples and pagodas dot the vast plains. Here, your adventure truly comes alive as you explore Bagan by e-bike, weaving through ancient ruins, or opting for an unforgettable hot air balloon ride at sunrise for a panoramic view. Discover Mandalay, the last royal capital, exploring its ancient cities, grand palaces, and traditional crafts along the Irrawaddy River, with opportunities for cycling to nearby traditional villages. You'll also experience the picturesque Inle Lake, where a highlight will be kayaking through floating gardens and villages, observing the unique leg-rowing fishermen up close. This extensive segment of the tour provides a rich exploration of Myanmar’s diverse heritage, from its bustling spiritual centers to its tranquil rural landscapes, offering a truly immersive spiritual journey Myanmar combined with active discovery.
Next, your journey takes you to Laos, a country renowned for its tranquil beauty, deep Buddhist traditions, and wonderfully laid-back charm, perfect for gentle adventures. Your primary focus will be on Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage town nestled amidst lush mountains at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. Here, you'll experience a gentler pace of life, participate in the sacred early morning alms-giving ceremony, and explore exquisite temples like Wat Xieng Thong. An excursion to the stunning Kuang Si Falls offers a refreshing escape, with ample opportunities for swimming in multi-tiered turquoise pools and visiting the Bear Rescue Centre. Adventure further with cycling tours through lush rice paddies to local villages, interacting with communities and learning about their traditional way of life. Enjoy a scenic Mekong River cruise to the Pak Ou Caves, filled with thousands of Buddha images, perhaps incorporating a soft trekking component to remote villages. This segment of the tour provides an in-depth Luang Prabang outdoor experience, showcasing the serene and spiritual essence of Laos through active engagement.
This Golden Trail Travel itinerary is meticulously planned, ensuring comfortable transitions and maximum opportunities for authentic interaction, thrilling activities, and personal exploration. It's an excellent choice for those seeking a dynamic Myanmar Laos adventure tour that goes beyond typical sightseeing, combining historical wonders with natural beauty and genuine local encounters for a profound and active responsible adventure travel experience. Discover the profound beauty and timeless spirit of Myanmar and Laos on this exciting and immersive adventure
Yangon (Spiritual & Urban Exploration):
Full-day exploration of Shwedagon Pagoda, the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar, allowing ample time to observe rituals and the pagoda's shimmering beauty.
Visit Sule Pagoda, Chaukhtatgyi Buddha Temple (Reclining Buddha), and explore the unique blend of colonial and local architecture in downtown Yangon.
Experience local life at Bogyoke Aung San Market (Scott Market) and sample traditional Burmese tea.
Bagan (Active Exploration of Ancient Wonders):
Extensive exploration of the Bagan temples and pagodas (over 2,000 ancient structures) by e-bike, allowing for freedom to explore at your own pace and discover less-visited temples.
Witness a breathtaking sunrise over Bagan from a designated vantage point; consider an optional hot air balloon ride (seasonal) for an unparalleled aerial adventure.
Explore significant temples like Ananda Temple, Thatbyinnyu Temple, and Shwesandaw Pagoda.
Visit local lacquerware workshops to observe traditional crafts.
Mandalay & Surrounds (Cultural & Soft Adventure):
Explore Mandalay’s cultural sites: Mandalay Palace (exterior), Kuthodaw Pagoda, and Shwenandaw Monastery.
Visit the ancient cities around Mandalay with active components:
Amarapura: Witness the daily procession of monks at Mahagandayon Monastery and enjoy a leisurely bike ride or walk across the iconic U Bein Bridge at sunset.
Sagaing: Explore its numerous pagodas and monasteries, potentially involving light trekking up Sagaing Hill for panoramic views.
Mingun: Take a boat trip up the Irrawaddy River, then explore the massive Mingun Paya and Mingun Bell by foot.
Inle Lake (Water & Rural Adventure):
Enjoy full-day boat trips on Inle Lake, with ample opportunities for kayaking through floating gardens and villages to observe the unique leg-rowing fishermen of the Intha people up close.
Visit traditional workshops (silversmiths, weaving, cheroot making) and explore villages built on stilts.
Optional: Engage in light trekking to surrounding hillside villages for cultural exchange.
Luang Prabang (Outdoor & Cultural Highlights):
Participation in the early morning alms-giving ceremony (Tak Bat), a profound cultural experience.
Explore significant temples like Wat Xieng Thong and Wat Mai.
Ascent of Mount Phousi for panoramic sunset views.
Excursion to the stunning Kuang Si Falls, with ample time for swimming in multi-tiered turquoise pools and visiting the Bear Rescue Centre.
Engage in a cycling tour through lush rice paddies and to local villages (e.g., Ban Phanom for weaving) for authentic interactions.
Traditional Mekong River cruise to Pak Ou Caves (Cave of a Thousand Buddhas), potentially combined with a short trek to a nearby village.
Wander through the vibrant night market, famous for local handicrafts and street food.
Optional: Participate in a Lao cooking class or embark on a zip-lining adventure near Kuang Si Falls (if desired and time allows).
Vang Vieng (Optional – Focus on Nature Adventure):
If time and interest permit, a brief visit to Vang Vieng for its stunning limestone karst scenery and outdoor activities like cave exploration (e.g., Tham Phu Kham, Water Cave) and tubing/kayaking on the Nam Song River (gentle sections). This offers a different kind of "adventure" focus
HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels
Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request
Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE
GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.
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Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request.
Welcome to Yangon!
Upon your arrival in Yangon, Upon arrival, your local tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. Then, the guide will escort you to the hotel and help you check-in.
The rest of the day is at your leisure.
Overnight in Yangon.
Meals: B
Rise early in the morning to visit the Shwedagon Pagoda which is the largest pagoda painted with real gold in Yangon. The benefit for visiting the pagoda in the early morning is that you will enjoy a quiet and extremely peaceful atmosphere to watch local people and monks pray in front of the Pagoda.
Transfer back to hotel for breakfast. After breakfast you will visit the Reclining Buddha (Chaok-Htat-Gyi) and Mahabandoola Park.
Have some rest after lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy your free time to wander the Bogyoke Market. Then stroll around the busy streets of Yangon’s famous China Town and Yangon Jetty. Finish the day at the riverside where is flanked by colonize style buildings, which will give you the impression of old-time Myanmar.
Overnight in Yangon.
Flight: Domestic flight is on GTT arrangement
Meals: B
Transfer to airport for domestic flight to Bagan in the early morning. Upon arrival in Bagan, you will be welcomed by your local guide at the airport and then transfer you to the hotel.
In Bagan, you will be amazed by the thousands of Buddhist pagodas spread on the plain. These pagodas used to own by individual families during its prosperous time.
You will visit the Nyaung Oo Market where local people buying food in daily life and the Shwezigon Pagoda which is the largest pagoda in Bagan painted with real gold.
Have a rest at the hotel during the hottest time in the afternoon. Then it's time to enjoy a Horse Cart Ride for the sunset. You can climb up to the top of the Shwesandaw Pagoda for sunset and then take the horse cart back to the hotel. It will be an unforgettable memory of taking the horse cart ride to travel through the pagodas when it is quiet in the dusk.
Overnight in Bagan.
Flight: Domestic flight is on GTT arrangement
Meals: B
Drive to Nyaung Oo Airport to board flight to Heho, where you will be picked up by local guide and driver and transfer you to your hotel by the lakeside of Inle Lake.
Inle Lake locates in the highland of Myanmar in an altitude of around 3,000 feet above sea level. Here you will enjoy different atmospheres and ambiance from the middle part of Myanmar.
After check-in hotel, enjoy your day at leisure to relax.
Overnight in Inle Lake.
Meals: B
After your breakfast around 8 am, you will take a boat trip to Inle Lake, the second-largest lake in Myanmar. Lives of In-Tha (name of local ethnic people) are centered on the lake. They live in stilted houses, grow fresh produce such as tomatoes, melons, and papayas in unique floating gardens, and eat fish as a staple. On the lake, you can see traditional fishing methods by using the leg-rowing technique.
Then you will visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the most highly revered monastery in the Inle Lake area. After that, continue your boat ride to Nga Phe Chaung monastery, one of the oldest monasteries on the lake. The Buddha statues are more than 200 years old.
Next, proceed to the floating garden - Kyun-Hmyaw, which was built-up from strips of water hyacinth and mud. Finally, relax and enjoy spectacular sunset views over Inle Lake before returning to the hotel.
Overnight in Inle Lake.
Flight: Domestic flight is on GTT arrangement
Meals: B
Drive to the airport for onward flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival, Your local guide and driver will pick you up and bring you to have a city excursion in Mandalay.
Visit Mahamuni Image where you can see local people pray and stick the gold paper on the Buddha for a blessing. You can also try to make your wish and donate money (buy) for the gold paper to stick the gold paper on the statue (only man allowed to stick the gold).
On the way to the Mahamuni Image, pay a visit to a gold paper factory to see how people made the gold leaf. Then visit the Shwenandaw Monastery which means "Golden Palace Monastery" and it was built in the 19th century and well known for its teak carving of Buddhist myths. Next, visit the Kuthodaw Pagoda which is a Buddhist stupa that contains the world's largest book of Buddhism.
Finish your day at the top of Mandalay Hill for a stunning sunset.
Overnight in Mandalay.
Meals: B
In the morning, drive about 30 minutes to get to Sagaing which is located by the Ayeyarwady River.
Cross the Innwa Bridge that is built by the British in 1934. Firstly you will visit the Maha Ganayon Kyaung Monastery to see hundreds of monks lining up for daily meals at 10:15 am.
Continue to visit Kaung Mu Taw Pagoda, a dome-shaped pagoda rising up to 46 meters. At the base of the pagoda, there are 812 stone pillars, each one with a hollow and an image of a Nat in it. Followed by Sagaing Hill, with a number of small pagodas and meditation centers. Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda also sits here. You can stop at a monastery and talk with monks while taking a cup of green tea.
Lunch at a local restaurant in Sagaing and take a short break. Then head to Amarapura, known as the City of Immortality, situates 11 km to the south of Mandalay. Here you will first visit the U Bein Bridge which is 1.2 kilometers long and turns out to be the longest teakwood bridge in the world.
Then visit to Bagaya Monastery that is decorated with splendid Burmese architectural works such as carvings, floral arabesques, curved figurines and the reliefs of birds and animals. Then go to Nagayon Temple. The roof of the temple is draped by the naga Mucalinda, who protected the Buddha from the elements while achieving enlightenment.
Drive back to Mandalay and enjoy your free time.
Overnight in Mandalay.
Flight: International flight include and arranged by GTT or upon request
Meals: B
Today, you will take the flight to Vientiane, Laos. Upon arrival, your private local guide from IndochinaTour.com will welcome you at the airport. And you will be escorted to your hotel in Vientiane city.
Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure to relax, you can have a relaxing walk around the hotel to discover the city or stroll along the river bank to enjoy the sunset.
Overnight in Vientiane.
Meals: B
Today, your guide will take you to visit the highlights of Vientiane. You will firstly get to know some more history of Laos by visiting the Royal Palace Museum. Then, go to visit Wat Si Saket which is the oldest surviving temple with thousands of Buddhist images. This tour will also take you to visit the symbolic site That Luang Stupa and Patuxai Monument.
In the afternoon, visit the Arts and Ethnology Centre to learn about Laos’ many ethnic cultures before heading out of town to see the weaving villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek. Afterward, return to the city for a visit to Wat Mai.
Later, climb to the top of Mount Phousi to explore the sacred, gilded stupa and a sunset view of the city and the Mekong River.
Finally, visit the famous Night Market, where you’ll find handmade textiles made by local and hill tribe people living in the surroundings.
Overnight in Vientiane.
Flight: Domestic Flight will be included and arranged by GTT or upon request
Meals: B
Today you will continue your amazing Indochina Tour in Laos from Vientiane to Luang Prabang. Enjoy your morning until your flight time to Luang Prabang.
Upon arrival, you'll meet your private local guide from Indochina Tour and will be escorted to your hotel.
The rest of the day is at your leisure. You also might like to wander around the city and the night market to discover the local lives of Luang Prabang.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: B
Luang Prabang, the city surrounded by Mekong River and well known for its golden city is well known for its beautiful decorated Buddhist temples, it is a place that you will keep appearing in your mind for a long time after visiting.
Your memorable trip will start from partaking in an alms ritual in the morning, you will accept the blessing by monks who you give the alms. Have breakfast in the hotel and then start the half-day excursion to Kuang Si Waterfalls, where you will enjoy the beautiful natural scenery, have fun in waterfalls and relax.
Drive back to the town for lunch. In the afternoon, visit Wat Xiengthong which is a symbolic temple of the classic Laotian architecture, visit the Royal Palace Musem to learn some history of Laos. Then visit the Wat Aham Temple which means “ Monastery of the Opened Heart” and the Stupa of Wat Visoun.
Rest of the day at your leisure to relax and explore the city, you can enjoy some drinks in one of the cafés or strolling along the beautiful riverside.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Meals: B
Your memorable trip will start from partaking in an alms ritual in the morning, you will accept the blessing by monks who you give the alms. Have breakfast in the hotel and then, visit the Royal Palace Museum to learn some history of Laos. Continue to you will embark on a private boat for a 2 hours boat trip along the Mekong River to the Pak Ou Cave. During the boat trip, you will enjoy the beautiful scenery along the Mekong River and see the daily fishing life of local people in the riverside.
Then, go to visit the Pak Ou Cave which locates by the Mekong River. Here, you will discover a number of gold lacquered Buddha statues in the cave.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Meals: B
Today, the guide will transfer you to the airport. Hope you have a nice trip home and look forward to traveling with you again!
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