7 days in Mandalay Region & Yangon (Rangoon) Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Myanmar holiday planner
Start: Manila, Luzon
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Mandalay
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Bagan
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Naypyidaw
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Yangon (Rangoon)
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End: Manila, Luzon
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Mandalay — 1 night
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Built on a large scale by a king needing to impress and rebuild after defeat in battle, Mandalay deserves exploration.To find traveler tips, where to stay, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Mandalay visit planner.
Manila, Philippines to Mandalay is an approximately 10-hour flight. You'll gain 1.5 hours traveling from Manila to Mandalay due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Bagan.
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Bagan — 2 nights
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The thousands of temples at Bagan rise up from the plain, each with their own history, style, and spiritual meaning.Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): steep yourself in history at Pitaka Taik, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ananda Temple, then head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and finally make a trip to Thet Kya Muni. On the next day, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shwezigon Pagoda, then delve into the distant past at Bagan Temples, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sulamani Guphaya Temple.
To find other places to visit, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Bagan vacation planner.
You can fly from Mandalay to Bagan in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to drive to Naypyidaw.
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Naypyidaw — 1 night
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Naypyidaw, officially spelled Nay Pyi Taw is the capital city of Myanmar (formerly known as Burma). On the 18th (Tue), take in the spiritual surroundings of Thatta Thattaha Maha Bawdi Pagoda, then take an in-depth tour of The National Musuem, then make a trip to Uppatasanti Pagoda, and finally make a trip to 20 Lane Highway.
To find maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Naypyidaw online travel route planner.
Getting from Bagan to Naypyidaw by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of flight and car. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Yangon (Rangoon).
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To find maps, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Naypyidaw online travel route planner.
Getting from Bagan to Naypyidaw by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of flight and car. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Yangon (Rangoon).
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Yangon (Rangoon) — 2 nights
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Garden City of the East
Although Myanmar moved its capital to Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon remains the largest city and commercial hub in the country.Start off your visit on the 19th (Wed): soar above the sights with a balloon tour, then pause for some photo ops at Chaukhtatgyi Buddha, then appreciate the history behind Shwedagon Pagoda, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Sule Pagoda.
To see traveler tips, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Yangon (Rangoon) online road trip planner.
Getting from Naypyidaw to Yangon (Rangoon) by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. On the 20th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly 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.
