Day 1: Arrival in Yangon and Exploration of the City

• Morning: Arrive at Yangon International Airport and take a taxi to your hotel
• Afternoon: Visit the iconic Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the most sacred Buddhist sites in Myanmar. Explore the surrounding marketplaces and stalls selling local snacks and souvenirs
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Burmese dinner at a local restaurant and take a stroll around the city’s colonial-era streets

Day 2: Yangon to Bagan (Flights + Tour)

• Morning: Take an early morning flight from Yangon to Bagan (around 1.5 hours)
• Afternoon: Visit the ancient city of Bagan, exploring the many temples and pagodas that dot the landscape. Stop at the iconic Ananda Temple and the nearby Myazedi Pagoda for stunning views
• Evening: Enjoy a sunset view over the Ayeyarwady River while enjoying local snacks and drinks

Day 3: Bagan to Inle Lake (Flights + Tour)

• Morning: Take an early morning flight from Bagan to Inle Lake (around 1 hour)
• Afternoon: Visit the floating gardens and villages on the lake, observing local fishing practices and traditional farming methods. Stop at the famous Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda to see the famous five-hundred-year-old Buddha images
• Evening: Enjoy a boat ride around the lake and relax in your hotel

Day 4: Inle Lake to Mandalay (Flights + Tour)

• Morning: Take an early morning flight from Inle Lake to Mandalay (around 1 hour)
• Afternoon: Mahamuni Pagoda, one of the most revered Buddhist sites in Myanmar, where a building in the compound collapsed in the March 2025 earthquake. Its current opening status is unconfirmed.
• Evening: Enjoy a traditional Burmese dinner at a local restaurant and take a stroll around the city’s colonial-era streets

The US advises against all travel to Myanmar, and the UK advises against all travel to Sagaing and all but essential travel to Mandalay, so check current advice.

Day 5: Mandalay to Yangon (Flights + Tour)

• Morning: Take an early morning flight from Mandalay to Yangon (around 1.5 hours)
• Afternoon: Visit the iconic Kandawgyi Lake, surrounded by beautiful gardens and temples. Stop at the famous Karaweik Palace for stunning views of the city
• Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a local restaurant and reflect on your incredible journey through Myanmar

Note: Flights between cities are subject to change based on availability and weather conditions. This itinerary is meant as a general guide only and should be tailored to individual preferences and interests.