51 days in Myanmar & Bangkok Itinerary

Although Myanmar moved its capital to Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon remains the largest city and commercial hub in the country.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Yangon (Rangoon): Bogyoke Aung San Market (in Pabedan) and Bago (Four Buddha Image, Shwemawdaw Paya, &more). There's much more to do: appreciate the history behind Shwedagon Pagoda, see Multi-day Tours, enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Nga Htat Gyi Pagoda.

Plan my day in Yangon (Rangoon) using traveler tips and tourist information provided by Klarna Trips.

Sacramento, USA to Yangon (Rangoon) is an approximately 24.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time (PST) to Myanmar Time (MMT) is 14.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Ngapali.

Combining traditional rural charms with an ever-growing beach resort vibe, the fishing village of Ngapali stands out as a highlight of Myanmar's west coast.

Ngapali is known for beaches, wildlife, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: kick back and relax at Ngapali Beach, make a trip to Shwe Nandaw Pagoda Hill, stroll through Kanthaya Beach, and identify plant and animal life at Yin Min Htike Tour Operation & Information Center.

For where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Ngapali day trip planner.

Getting from Yangon (Rangoon) to Ngapali by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sat) to allow time to fly to Nyaungshwe.

Once the capital of the Shan Kingdom, Nyaungshwe is a vibrant tourist hub of Myanmar.

Venture out of the city with trips to Taunggyi (Floating Gardens & Indein Village). The adventure continues: explore the activities along Inle Lake, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Shwe Yaunghwe Kyaung, make a trip to Yadana Man Aung Pagoda, and enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and other tourist information, use the Nyaungshwe trip planner.

Fly from Ngapali to Nyaungshwe in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Kalaw.

Established by British civil servants as a summer resort, Kalaw retains much of its colonial feel.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Wed): make a trip to Shwe Oo Min Pagoda, then take in the local highlights with Walking tours, and then relax and rejuvenate at Kalaw Yoga by Sprouting Seeds. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Thein Taung Pagoda Monastery, identify plant and animal life at Green Hill Valley Elephant Camp- Day Tours, and then take some stellar pictures from Christ The King Church.

Plan a Kalaw trip in moments using our itinerary builder.

You can drive from Nyaungshwe to Kalaw in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 26th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Hsipaw.

On the 27th (Fri), look for gifts at Mr Book and then stroll through Mr. Bike Hsipaw Trekking.

To see traveler tips, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Hsipaw tour planner.

You can fly from Kalaw to Hsipaw in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Mandalay.

Built on a large scale by a king needing to impress and rebuild after defeat in battle, Mandalay deserves exploration.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Mandalay: Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo) (All Saints Anglican Church, National Kandawgyi Botanical Gardens, &more) and Sagaing (Dha Kya Di Tar Convent, Kaunghmudaw Pagoda, &more). There's lots more to do: don't miss a visit to Kuthodaw Pagoda & the World's Largest Book, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shwe In Bin Monastry, admire the striking features of Pahtodawgyi Pagoda, and appreciate the history behind Mahamuni Image.

To see traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Mandalay tour itinerary planner.

Drive from Hsipaw to Mandalay in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Thu) so you can go by car to Mingun.

The riverside town of Mingun has a set of impressive historical structures that highlight the immense power and egocentricity of the old kings who once ruled the country.

Start off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): take in the spiritual surroundings of Shin Phu Me, then admire the striking features of Mingun Pahtodawgyi, then make a trip to Mingun Bell, and finally admire the striking features of Hsinbyume Pagoda. On the 4th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the pleasant sights at Pahtodawgyi Pagoda, then contemplate the waterfront views at Ayeyarwaddy River, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sat Taw Yar Pagode.

For where to stay, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Mingun trip site.

You can drive from Mandalay to Mingun in 1.5 hours. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Bagan.

The thousands of temples at Bagan rise up from the plain, each with their own history, style, and spiritual meaning.

Bagan is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Bagan Temples, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ananda Temple, contemplate the long history of Htilominlo Pahto, and soar above the sights with a balloon tour.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Bagan road trip website.

You can fly from Mingun to Bagan in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) early enough to drive to Popa.

On the 11th (Sat), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt Popa.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Popa trip tool.

Drive from Bagan to Popa in 1.5 hours. On the 11th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Kin Pun.

On the 12th (Sun), make a trip to Kyaiktiyo Pagoda.

To see traveler tips, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, read Kin Pun vacation planner.

You can drive from Popa to Kin Pun in 7.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi, flight, and train; or do a combination of bus and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can drive to Mawlamyine.

Mawlamyine, formerly Moulmein, is the fourth largest city of Burma (Myanmar), 300 km south east of Yangon and 70 km south of Thaton, at the mouth of Thanlwin (Salween) River. Kick off your visit on the 13th (Mon): make a trip to Nwa La Bo Pagoda, then browse the different shops at Ocean Supercenter, and then take in the spiritual surroundings of Kyaikthanlan Pagoda.

To see more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Mawlamyine trip itinerary maker.

You can drive from Kin Pun to Mawlamyine in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train. February in Mawlamyine sees daily highs of 96°F and lows of 70°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 14th (Tue) to allow time for the car ride to Bangkok.

Enjoy cultural, historical, and culinary exploration during your holiday in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand and the most populous city in the country.

Explore Bangkok's surroundings by going to Ayutthaya (Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Historic City of Ayutthaya, &more). There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of The Grand Palace, admire the masterpieces at Bangkok Art & Culture Centre (BACC), buy something for everyone on your list at Siam Paragon, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Temple Of Dawn (Wat Arun).

To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Bangkok itinerary site.

You can drive from Mawlamyine to Bangkok in 9.5 hours. The time zone difference moving from Myanmar Time (MMT) to Indochina Time (ICT) is 0.5 hours. While traveling from Mawlamyine, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Bangkok, ranging from highs of 91°F to lows of 75°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 1st (Wed) to allow time for the flight back home.