Mandalay: Amarapura, Sagaing, Mingun, and Innwa/Ava Tour

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ID: GYG321688-569283
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Country: Myanmar


Description

Visit the ancient cities of Amarapura, Sagaing, Mingun, and Innwa/Ava. Each of these places is an exciting destination for visitors, allowing you to explore ancient cultures, ancient building techniques, and beautiful scenery.
Your tour begins as your driver picks you up from your hotel at 9:00AM. Starting with Amarapura City, you will discover the Mahargandaryone Monastery, the largest teaching monastery in Myanmar which was founded around 1914. Moving on, you will encounter a weaving workshop and the U Bein Bridge, which will be your location later on to view the sunset.

After Amarapura City you will continue to Mingun City, crossing the Ayeyarwady River and enjoying the beautiful riverside. Following a drive of around 45 minutes, you will come across a huge pagoda titled the Pahtodawgyi Pagoda. You will also learn about ancient construction techniques, before continuing ahead to the two Giant Lions which were established by King Bodawpaya in 1790.

Following Mingun City you can take an hour for your lunch in Sagaing City. Sagaing City has two placse for sightseeing: U Min Thounze and the Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda. You will then continue to Innwa/Ava City, stopping at the Innwa/Ava boat jetty where you will rent a boat. You will cross a small river by boat, before reaching the other side to rent a horse-drawn cart. Once aboard your cart, you will enjoy some sightseeing around Innwa/Ava City.

At the conclusion of your tour you will make your way to the U Bein bridge, where after viewing the beautiful sunset you will return back to your accommodation in Mandalay.

Highlights

  • Marvel at the centuries-old architecture of the Bagaya Monastery
  • Explore both the Maha Aungmye Bonzan and the Bagaya Monastery
  • Take a horse-cart riding experience in Innwa/Ava City
  • Take in sunset views from the U Bein Bridge

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• You must remove your shoes in the pagoda and monastery
You will be collected from your accommodation in Mandalay.
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.