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The Road to Mandalay – 9 days 8 nights Explorer (29 Mar – 6 April 2018)Yangon -Bagan-Mandalay-Sagaing- Inle-Yangon in Myanmar

Day 01 ARRIVAL YANGON (Morning Flight) and Half Day Tour (Lunch, Dinner)

This morning, we would assemble at Changi International Airport in the morning on Singapore Airlines and depart for Yangon.

Welcome to Yangon! After clearing customs at Yangon international Arrival, your guide will be waiting with a signboard to greet you. Transfer into the city to check-in at your hotel. Although Yangon is no longer the official capital of the country it is still one of the most dynamic and busiest cities in the countries, then set off on your first look at Myanmar with an introductory tour of Yangon. Drive to downtown, photo stop around Town Hall, old streets lined with colonial buildings. In the evening take in the spectacular view of Shwedagon Pagoda all lit up. This is the most important Buddhist site in the country and is said to hold strands of Buddha’s hair and other relics. The spire reaches up to 99 m and is encrusted with diamonds and covered by gold plate.

Overnight in Yangon ; 3 Star Hotel in (Yangon) Transportation : Airport Transfer and Half Day Tour.Hotel : Best Western Green Hills or ChinatownMeals : Lunch & Dinner at local restaurantGuide : English speaking guide

Day 02 YANGON -Bagan (Morning Flight) Full Day Sightseeing Tour (Breakfast Lunch, Dinner) Short flight to Bagan, arrive at Bagan your guide will meet and transfer to your hotel. Visit to Bagan is an important archaeological site that once held more than 10,000 Buddhist temples, pagodas and monasteries. With the ravages of time only 2,200 temples survive. Today, explore some of the last of the remaining temples and watch the sunset with the cruise along the Ayeyarwaddy River and back to hotel.

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Overnight in Bagan : 3 star Hotel in BaganTransportation : Full day in Bagan

: Ride the cruise along the Ayeyarwaddy river Hotel : Hotel Umbra or Hotel YadanardonMeals : Breakfast at hotel, Lunch at local restaurant& Dinner at cruiseGuide : English Speaking Guide

Day 03 Sunrise at Bagan and Cooking Class (Optional with Ballooning) (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Twenty-two thousand and two hundred temples ruins stand in the ancient plain of Bagan and we were determined to find an amazing vantage point from which to witness a picture-perfect sunrise. We researched extensively in the pursuit of the best Bagan sunrise and our hard work paid off when we found our perfect sunrise spot. We present to you our favourite sunrise temple together with all the details on where to find the best Bagan sunrises!

Meet your Chef for an early morning exploration of the nearby wet market, where you will the unique purchase the vegetables and spices that go into making Myanmar cuisine. After selecting your ingredients, head to the cooking school and pop on your chef’s apron and gets slicing and dancing! This is a hands-on lesson with a local chef who will introduce you to the unique flavors. Discover what makes Myanmar food a culinary treat as you enjoy your creations over lunch. (Open Daily 8:30 to 12:30hrs)Have lunch at cooking class and Dinner at Local restaurant.Overnight in Bagan : 3 star Hotel in BaganTransportation : Full day in BaganHotel : Hotel Novel Mingalar or Hotel YadanarponMeals : Breakfast at hotel & Lunch at cooking class & Dinner at local restaurantGuide : English Speaking guide

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Day 4 BAGAN- MANDALAY (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

An early morning bus will pick up at your hotel and 4 hours drive to Mandalay. Mandalay is the last of the royal cities and is encompassed by smaller capital cities dotted around its edges. The center piece of the city is the reconstructed palace which is surrounded by a large moat. Visit Amarapura with its working monastery dating back to 1783. It is home to hundreds of young monks. Walk along the U Pein Bridge, the longest teakwood bridge in the world and visit Mahamuni Pagoda with its statues created in Buddha’s true likeness. Proceed to Marble stone carving and an artisanal gold leaf workshop. See the largest book in the world at Kuthodaw Pagoda, where stories are etched upon 729 stone tablets. End the day with the sunset from high up on Mandalay Hill.

Overnight in Mandalay: 3star Hotel in MandalayTransportation : Full Day Sightseeing in Amarapura and MandalayHotel : Royal Mingalar or Yadanarpon (Deluxe)Meals : Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner (Local Restaurant)Guide : English Speaking Guide

Day 05 MANDALAY – SAGAING –MANDALAY (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

In the morning, after the breakfast, Board your private local boat for excursion across Ayeyarwaddy River to MINGUN (11 km, 1 hrs). At 50 meters high, Mingun Pathodawgyi Temple is so big that you will be able to see in from the very start of the 11-kilometre boat journey from Mandalay up the Ayeyarwady River to the temple site. This unfinished temple is a mere one-third the height that King Bodawpaya intended when he started construction in 1790, a project that was later abandoned on advice from astrologers. Climbing to the top provides views of the Ayeyarwady River to the east, pagoda-dotted hills to the west and the village of Mingun in between. Another of Mingun’s attractions is the 90-tonne bronze Mingun Bell cast in 1808 to hang at the temple, said to be the biggest ringing bell in the world. Nearby is the shining white Hsinbyume Pagoda, designed to represent legendary Mount Meru at the centre of the Buddhist cosmos and famous for its architecture.Sailing along the Ayearwaddy River and visit to AVA is a fascinating trip back in time, allowing you to explore the remains of an ancient city full of old watchtowers, city walls, monasteries, and temples that feel a world away from the hustle and bustle of Mandalay.Interesting places to visit

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include the atmospheric, teak-built Bagaya monastery and its surrounding stupas, the Maha Aungmye Bonzan, and the Nanmyint watch tower (which unfortunately cannot currently be climbed due to its wooden stairs being in an advanced state of disrepair). We drive to SAGAING by crossing AVA Bridge over Ayeyarwaddy (Irrawa ddy) River. Visit to Kaungmudaw Pagoda and to observe fine works of Myanmar artisans in silver smith. End the day with the sunset from walking on U Bein Bridge, Historical landmark in Mandalay.

Overnight in Mandalay: 3 star Hotel in MandalayTransportation : Pick up from your hotel to Sagaing Full Day SightseeingMeals : Breakfast & Lunch & Dinner (Local Restaurant)Guide : English speaking guide

Day 06 MANDALAY -HEHO –INNLAY(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

After Breakfast at hotel, drive from Mandalay to Heho. Inle Lake and having a lunch at Inle Lake. Sightseeing by boat on the beautiful Inle Lake home to Inthar national race, many of whom live in stilted houses built over the water. Inle lake is second largest lake in Myanmar, stretches 11 miles (17.7km) visit the floating villages and floating gardens, silk & steam weaving. You can also see Inthar technique of leg-rowing where one leg is wrapped around the paddle to drive the boat and also their traditional way of fishing. Visit the famous Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda and Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery, one of the oldest monasteries on the lake to see ancient Buddha images. Have dinner and accommodation at Hotel, Inle Lake.

Overnight in Inle – 3 stars Hotel in InleTransportation: A traditional long boat for Inle Lake visit (Indein)Hotel : Cassiopeia/ The Grand Naung Shwe (Deluxe) Meals : Breakfast at hotel& Lunch at local restaurant& Dinner at hotelGuide : English speaking guide

Day 07 INLE LAKE INDEIN INLE LAKE (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Have breakfast at hotel. Explore one of the local 5-day markets; as we easily called are well-known visit around the lake. The markets are rotating among the villages in regular order- one village becomes the host of the market every 5th day. By visiting 5-day markets, you will get insight into the life-style of the ethnic Pa-O, Danu and Intha inhabitants who came to these markets to sell their goods. NOTE: The visit to such markets is thus subject to market day calendar and the location of the host village. Then take enjoyable boat ride through irrigation canals to Indein pagoda complex, an archaeological site worthy to visit where hundreds of Shan style ruined pagodas stand on slop of a hill. Some of the pagodas dated back 17 th and 18 centuries. Enjoy Lunch at local restaurant.In the afternoon, visit to the Black Smith work to look how they make products and He’ Ywarma (Padaung Village). Have dinner and accommodation hotel, Inle Lake.

Overnight in Inle – 3 star Hotel in InleTransportation: A traditional long boat transfer for Inle Lake & Airport transfer from Heho &

Full day Inle sightseeingHotel : Hotel Cassiopea or Hotel Grand Nauang Shwe Meals : Breakfast at hotel& Lunch at local restaurant& Dinner at hotelGuide : English speaking guide

Day 08 HEHO YANGON (Breakfast, Lunch& Dinner)

Your guide will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to the airport for your flight to Yangon. Pick up from Yangon Airport; discover the rural township of Dala a quick ferry ride across the river where the weird and wonderful meet. Join the rush if the crowds as commuter’s jostle alongside vendors and women hawking an assortment of snacks from trays perched on their heads. Once in Dala, see how the country folk live with a rickshaw ride along the waterfront and through tree shaded lanes. Go Back to Yangon.After a quick spin through the streets of Yangon from your hotel, begin your evening exploration of the city at Sule Pagoda. This glistening landmark is the heart of the city and the perfect starting point for a stroll along the orderly streets of downtown Yangon. As we approach our destinations, 19th street in Chinatown, the smell of BBQ grows stronger and the clink of beer glasses increases.Peruse stall after stall piled high with ready-to-grill skewers of all varieties and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Sit down at our vendors of choice and refresh with a cold beer or soft drink. Let your knowledgeable guide pick out the best BBQ choices and make some suggestions of your own from the wide variety of meats and vegetables food arrives at your little plastic table, BBQ-ed to perfection, take the time to savor every bite while chatting about local life with your guide. End the evening with a short stroll to the fruit vendors for dessert.

Overnight in Yangon ; 3 Star Hotel in (Yangon)

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Transportation : Pick up from Airport and Sightseeing in Yangon CityHotel : Best Western Green Hills or ChinatownMeals : Lunch and Dinner at local restaurantGuide : English speaking guide

Day 9: Scott Market in Yangon (Breakfast& Lunch) Your guide will meet you at your hotel and visit to shop bargain at Scott Market (Closed on Mondays and public holidays). After sightseeing transfer, you to the airport for your flight.Have Lunch at Local restaurant. Following which we would depart for the airport for your return flight on Silkair to Singapore

Departure Date: 29th March 2018

Services included:

Hotel & Accommodation 8 nights with breakfast in good 3 star hotels Flights on Singapore Airlines and return on Silkair in Economy Class including 30 kgs

baggage allowance. Touring by private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver for transfers and

sightseeing as per mentioned program. Domestic flight 2 sector (Yangon-Bagan - Yangon) sunset Cruise A traditional long boat for hotel transfers in Inle Lake sightseeing Entrance fees in each area (Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan, Inle: Zone Fees) English speaking station guide Meals (Full Board) Complimentary Service - Drinking water (0.6 liter) and snow towels for sightseeing days Round trip economy airfare on Singapore Airlines to Yangon and return on Silkair. All Air port taxes and fuel surcharge for Singapore and Myanmar. Services of Z Car Rental & Travel Service Tour Manager.

Services excluded:• Visa fees • Gratuities to porters, drivers and local tour guides are not included in the tour fare•

Personal expenses, drinks and meals not mentioned in the tour program.• Video and camera charge • It is advise that travel Insurance be purchased for your own personal protection and ease of

mind.• Any other services not mentioned in above tour program

3 STAR HOTEL TO BE USED DURING THE TOUR:In Yangon : Best Western Green Hills ( http://greenhillhotelyangon.com/ )or

Best Western Chinatown ( http://chinatownhotelyangon.com/ )

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In Mandalay : Hotel Nobel Mingalar ( http://noblemingalarhotel.com/ ) Hotel Yadanarpon ( http://hotelyadanarbonmandalay.com )

In Bagan : Hotel Yadanarbon ( hotelyadanarbonbagan.com Hotel Umbra ( http://www.thehotelumbrabagan.com )

Inle : Hotel Cassiopea ( http://www.cassiopeiahotel.com/ ): Hotel Grand Naung Shwe ( https://tgnshotel.com )

Booking Terms & Conditions:

Departure date: 29 March 2018

At the time of booking, a deposit of S$800 per person is required.

Final Balance Payment of the tour would have to be 8 weeks prior to departure.

Please note: Should a tour member decides to cancel 5 weeks to departure, it would be subject to cancelation policy of the airline and our tour contractors. Z Car Rental & Travel Service Pte Ltd reserves the right to pass on any cancelation fees charged by our contractors.

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