18 days in Myanmar & Lijiang Itinerary

Start off your visit on the 6th (Fri): surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour and then pause for some photo ops at Shwedagon Pagoda. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 7th (Sat): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chaukhtatgyi Buddha, browse the exhibits of Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue, then stop by My-Hoya Gem and Jewelry Shop, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Bogyoke Aung San Market, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

For maps, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Yangon (Rangoon) journey planner.

Des Moines, USA to Yangon (Rangoon) is an approximately 30.5-hour flight. You can also fly. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 12.5 hours traveling from Des Moines to Yangon (Rangoon). Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive to Hpa An.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Sun): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mount Zwegabin and then take in the awesome beauty at Taung Wine Mountain. On the next day, don't miss a visit to Kyauk Ka Lat Pagoda, pause for some photo ops at Shwe Yin Myaw Pagoda, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Lumbini Gardens.

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Traveling by car from Yangon (Rangoon) to Hpa An takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In August in Hpa An, expect temperatures between 84°F during the day and 76°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride to Kalaw.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Wed): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hnee Paya, surround yourself with nature on Green Hill Valley Elephant Camp- Day Tours, make a trip to Thein Taung Pagoda Monastery, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and finally get great views at Christ The King Church.

To see more things to do, reviews, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Kalaw itinerary planning app.

You can drive from Hpa An to Kalaw in 8.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and flight; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight to Bagan.

On the 12th (Thu), don't miss a visit to Lemyethna Temple, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Lawkananda Pagoda, then look for gifts at Jasmine Family Lacquerware Workshop, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Nan Hpaya. On the next day, delve into the distant past at Bagan Temples, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shwezigon Pagoda, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ananda Temple, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mya Zedi Temple, and finally head outdoors with Shwe-gyu-gyi.

To find ratings, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, refer to the Bagan online visit planner.

Getting from Kalaw to Bagan by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. You will have some time to spend on the 14th (Sat) before leaving for Lijiang.

Discover out-of-the-way places like Baisha Ancient Town and Ancient City Zhongyi Market. Get some historical perspective at Old Town of Lijiang - China and Shuhe Ancient Town. Venture out of the city with trips to Yulong County (Yulong Snow Mountain Ski Area, Yufeng Temple of Lijiang, &more) and Shangri-La County (Tiger Leaping Gorge (Hutiao Xia) & Shanghutiao Canyon). The adventure continues: take in the pleasant sights at Blue Moon Valley, don't miss a visit to Yuhe Square, admire the landmark architecture of Beiyue Temple of Lijiang, and browse the exhibits of Rhizome - Lijiang art center.

To see other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Lijiang trip builder site.

You can fly from Bagan to Lijiang in 10 hours. Another option is to drive. Traveling from Bagan to Lijiang, you'll lose 1.5 hours due to the time zone difference. In August, plan for daily highs up to 68°F, and evening lows to 66°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.