25 days in Imphal, Mandalay Region & Bangkok Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Asia tour planner
Start: New Delhi, India
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Imphal, India
— 3 nights
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Popa, Myanmar
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Naypyidaw, Myanmar
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Mandalay, Myanmar
— 3 nights
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Bangkok, Thailand
— 6 nights
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Imphal, India
— 5 nights
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Imphal, India — 3 nights
On the 27th (Mon), don't miss a visit to Maibam Lokpa Ching.
For ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Imphal trip planning tool.
New Delhi to Imphal is an approximately 46-hour car ride. You'll set off for Popa on the 1st (Wed).
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For ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Imphal trip planning tool.
New Delhi to Imphal is an approximately 46-hour car ride. You'll set off for Popa on the 1st (Wed).
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Popa, Myanmar — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): take in the awesome beauty at Mt Popa.
To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Popa day trip site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Imphal to Popa. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Myanmar Time is 1 hour. You will leave for Naypyidaw on the 3rd (Fri).
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To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Popa day trip site.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Imphal to Popa. The time zone difference moving from India Standard Time to Myanmar Time is 1 hour. You will leave for Naypyidaw on the 3rd (Fri).
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Naypyidaw, Myanmar — 1 night
Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): learn more about the world around you at The Gem Museum, then don't miss a visit to Uppatasanti Pagoda, and then make a trip to 20 Lane Highway.
Planning Naypyidaw trip won't be overwhelming when you use Klarna Trips's itinerary maker.
You can drive from Popa to Naypyidaw in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Mandalay.
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Planning Naypyidaw trip won't be overwhelming when you use Klarna Trips's itinerary maker.
You can drive from Popa to Naypyidaw in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Mandalay.
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Mandalay, Myanmar — 3 nights

On the 5th (Sun), get great views at Mandalay Hill, admire the landmark architecture of Shwenandaw Monastery, then admire the landmark architecture of Kuthodaw Pagoda & the World's Largest Book, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Kyauk Taw Gyi Pagoda. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Mandalay Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Jade Pagoda Mandalay, then take in the views from U Bein Bridge, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mahamuni Image.
To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Mandalay online trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Naypyidaw to Mandalay takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Bangkok.
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To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Mandalay online trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from Naypyidaw to Mandalay takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Bangkok.
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Bangkok, Thailand — 6 nights

City of Angels
Get out of town with these interesting Bangkok side-trips: Ayutthaya (Wat Maha That & Wat Ratchaburana (Temple of the Royal Restoration)). There's still lots to do: contemplate the long history of The Grand Palace, admire nature's wide array of creatures at SEA LIFE Bangkok Ocean World, take a stroll through Khaosan Road, and explore the world behind art at Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC).
For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Bangkok trip planner.
Fly from Mandalay to Bangkok in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Mandalay to Bangkok is 0.5 hours. In March, daytime highs in Bangkok are 40°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Imphal.
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For where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Bangkok trip planner.
Fly from Mandalay to Bangkok in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Mandalay to Bangkok is 0.5 hours. In March, daytime highs in Bangkok are 40°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Imphal.
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Imphal, India — 5 nights

See some other sides of Imphal: appreciate the views at Imphal Valley, take in the exciting artwork at Three Mothers Art Gallery, stroll the grounds of Imphal War Cemetery, and hunt for treasures at Ema Keithel Market.
To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Imphal trip builder site.
Traveling by car from Bangkok to Imphal takes 32 hours. The time zone changes from Indochina Time to India Standard Time, which is usually a -1.5 hour difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.
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To find ratings, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Imphal trip builder site.
Traveling by car from Bangkok to Imphal takes 32 hours. The time zone changes from Indochina Time to India Standard Time, which is usually a -1.5 hour difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.
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Mandalay Region travel guide
Tours in Mandalay Region usually involve visits to temples and monasteries, with a touch of natural sightseeing to add to the experience. With half of Myanmar’s monks residing in Mandalay Region, the area teems with temples and Buddhist festivities. Ornate pagodas and layered stupas perched on sacred hills house enormous gilt Buddha sculptures and elaborate timber structures, with old fortresses surrounded by moats nearby. The area's scenic nature provides many hiking opportunities, with powerful waterfalls and picturesque botanical gardens standing out as the highlights. During a Mandalay Region holiday, visitors can walk one of the world’s longest pillared foot bridge across a huge lake, sample the distinctive local cuisine, or visit a market for freshwater fish and produce. More adventurous visitors can get a bird's-eye view over the region, with hot air balloon rides offering thrilling vistas and proving popular among tourists.