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A beautiful and culturally rich country cursed for decades with a brutally oppressive regime, Myanmar (Burma) has in recent years been making headlines for its tentative steps towards democracy. Following the softening and then removal of a fifteen-year tourism boycott led by the National League for Democracy – Myanmar’s leading political opposition party – tourist numbers have swollen but the infrastructure has not yet grown to accommodate them all. Although this means that finding a cheap bed is harder than before, it does make this a fascinating time to discover Myanmar’s glittering golden stupas, bountiful rice fields, enigmatic ruined temples and picturesque mountain paths. Most memorable of all, though, are the encounters with people eager to introduce foreigners to their country and their culture. What remains to be seen is whether today’s modest political reforms translate into lasting change.

WHERE TO GO IN Myanmar ?

Myanmar is a spectacular country and, full to the brim of iconic sights, it stole a piece of our hearts the moment we stepped off the plane and landed into the crazy, wonderful and inspirational country. Myanmar boasts an incredible array of things to do: from stepping back in time at Inle Lake to the chaotic royal capital of Yangon to the breathtaking Bagan temple plain, Myanmar remains as one of South East Asia’s hidden gems.
Yangon

Yangon

Yangon

Bagan

Bagan

Bagan

Mandalay

Mandalay

Mandalay

Inle Lake

Inle Lake

Inle Lake

Mergui Archipelago

Mergui Archipelago

Mergui Archipelago

Ngapali Beach

Ngapali Beach

Ngapali Beach

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WHAT TO DO & SEE IN Myanmar ?

Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) was coined the Golden Land for its rich cultural history and natural resources. A country that has endured several decades of rise-and-fall empires and military dictatorships, it is now a coveted tourist destination. After decades of being off-limits, Myanmar has become one of South-east Asia's most intriguing destinations, with untouched beaches, ancient temples and a thrilling culture to tangle with.
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Luxury Holiday

Luxury Holiday

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Unique experience combined with top-notch services

Wellness & Leisure

Wellness & Leisure

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Easy excursion combined with week-long beach break

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Family Vacation

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The combination of fun and educational activities

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Reveal off-the-beatentrack routes, least explored destinations, and unknown tribe groups

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Trek & Hike

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Explore the least visited destinations and unknown experience on foot

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Cycling & Biking

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Explore every corners of the destination on two wheels

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Honeymoon Vacation

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Easy excursions combined with unique experience making the long-lasting romantic memories

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The combination of some must-see experience and the cruise tour along the mighty rivers

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Myanmar EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE

Myanmar is known for pickling its tea and fermenting its porridge, for constructing the longest of bridges and largest of Buddha statues. It’s a destination full of distinct traditions, incomparable cultural diversity and perhaps the world’s emptiest capital city. Here are some of our selected exclusive experience that you can only have in Myanmar

Yangon Circular Train

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Yangon Circular Railway is the local commuter rail network that serves the Yangon metropolitan area.For less than one US dollar you can experience the true essence of...

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Bagan Hot Air Balloon Ride

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It’s nearly impossible to picture Bagan without hot air balloons beautifully cloudi...

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Inle Lake Floating Villages and Gardens

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The leg-rowing Intha people, the wooden stilt houses on water and the floating gardens are what make the Inle Lake so different and enchanting. This vast picturesque l...

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Learn To Cook Traditional Burmese Cuisine

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Bagan is most famous for its thousands of ancient pagodas that offer visitors spectacular sunrise and sunset views. However, in between your morning and evening spent...

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Trekking from Inle Lake to Kalaw

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This is one of the most popular multi-day treks in the country, mostly due to the fact that it’s relatively easy to organize and absolutely breathtaking, but als...

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Trekking Hsipaw to a Palaung Village

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Hsipaw has long been a well-known hiking and trekking destination in Myanmar. Located just six-and-a-half hours north of Mandalay, Hsipaw is a stunning mountain villag...

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Trekking in Lashio

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Until recently, not many people knew about Lashio as a trekking and waterfalls destination. However, a couple who is very passionate about Shan State started a company...

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Trekking in Chin State

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Trek to remote Chin tribes villages and the mountains south of mighty Mt. Victoria on this week-long trek. You’ll stay in authentic homestays where you’ll...

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Monastery trek from Hpa-An

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In the southeast of the country, between Yangon and Mawlamyine, Hpa-An is a growing centre for walking and trekking. Rarely visited by outsiders to Myanmar, the capita...

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Enjoying Tea Leaf Salad

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If you lived in Myanmar and a friend popped in to visit, this is the snack you’d serve. Lahpet, which means “green tea,” and thoke, which means &ldqu...

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Admiring the glow of sunrise and sunset

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There are many amazing spots to admire the sunset in Myanmar, especially at the two places below.

U Bein Bridge is a crossing that spans the...

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“Thanaka” grinding event

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Whether you have been to Myanmar during your Indochina tours or just read the travel magazines, surely there will be at least once that you find the image of a woman w...

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Cross the world’s longest teak bridge

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The U Bein Bridge, just south of Mandalay, spans the Taungthaman Lake for a whopping 1.2km. Built around 1850, it is believed to be the longest teak bridge in the worl...

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Train ride over Goteik Viaduct

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Opened for transit at the turn of the nineteenth century, the Goteik Viaduct - one of the world’s oldest, slowest railway bridges - between Pyin Oo Lwin and Lash...

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Human-powered Ferris wheels

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In fewer and fewer areas of the world where electricity is too unreliable or scarce, human-powered Ferris wheels can still be found. These pop up during major events i...

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Horse Cart Ride

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Discover the famous Bagan temples on a horse carriage ride and stop at the most important ones. Learn about the manufacturing of lacquerware, be impressed by the ancie...

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Cigar Making

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A cheroot factory located on Inle Lake in the Shan Hills where this traditional Burmese-style cigar is manufactured. Cheap to produce, cheroots are found all over Myan...

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Bagan Temples Cycling

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The best way to explore this maze of temples is by bicycle as distances are long and the easiest way to weave through the jungles on the sandy earth is on two wheels....

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Cycling from Mandalay to Bagan

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Cycle tours these two significant Burmese cities on a three-day adventure from Mandalay to Bagan. On a map, the start and finish points of this ride don't appear f...

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Cycling from Inle Lake to Bagan

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From the natural beauty of Inle Lake and the intrigue of the communities that inhabit it, to the scenic views of the Shan Hills, to the ancient ruins of Bagan and a di...

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Diving Mergui

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Southeast Asia is a very popular area in the scuba diving world, but when it comes to Myanmar it’s easy to say that the country has been rather discreet in the d...

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Snorkeling

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Snorkeling in Myanmar is still a relatively new phenomenon with the country only becoming a holiday destination in recent years. This is great news for anyone who want...

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Relax at most famous beach in Myanmar

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Myanmar is yet to become as popular a beach destination as Bali in Southeast Asia, and it owes this stardom to its stunning beaches! There are some unbelievably beauti...

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Sailing along Mergui Archipelago

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Located just across from the Thai border, the Mergui Archipelago only opened up to foreigners as recently as the late 1990s. With only a few of the 800 islands home to...

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Wildlife Experience

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Myanmar's vast area, diverse geography and lack of extensive urban development mean that it is a haven for all kinds of flora, fauna and wildlife. Myanmar (Burma)...

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Boat cruise on Irrawaddy River

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Irrawaddy River, the longest river in Myanmar, winds its way as a silk ribbon stretching along the north-south direction of this country. Scenery on two river banks an...

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HAND-CRAFTED Myanmar TOUR PACKAGES

There’s no more perfect time to experience our Myanmar package tours. With the country dramatically opening its doors to the world over the last decade, opportunities for new discoveries, crowd free beaches and rarely encountered vista's have never been higher in Myanmar. This untamed gem is teeming with wonders from the enigmatic temple plains to fabulous colonial relics and a vast archipelago of pristine sand. It’s a lifetime experience that should not be missed!

Shan Plateau Trek

Shan Plateau Trek

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Shan Plateau Trek
Trek & Hike / 10 days / fr. $1,360

This trek throughout the Shan Plateau is a once in a lifetime opportunity to discover remote ethnic tribes, nature and historical monuments of Shan State. Covering the loop of the beautiful Inle La... More

A Restorative Journey Through Myanmar

A Restorative Journey Through Myanmar

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A Restorative Journey Through Myanmar
Wellness & Leisure / 15 days / fr. $1,960

Embark on a restorative journey through the heart of Myanmar’s most idyllic destinations. Meditation practice in Yangon, mesmerizing temple visits in Bagan, yoga, and elephant encounters in K... More

Myanmar Beauties

Myanmar Beauties

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Myanmar Beauties
Must-see / 19 days / fr. $2,754

Discover a land of cultural richness and physical beauty. Travel from Yangon to Mandalay, Bagan to Inle Lake stopping to explore the hidden gems in between. Get a comprehensive look at Myanmar&rsqu... More

29-day Southeast Asia Spiritual Path

29-day Southeast Asia Spiritual Path

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29-day Southeast Asia Spiritual Path
Must-see / 29 days / fr. $3,480

Discover a land that is inherently spiritual and deeply traditional. Visit Southeast Asia’s religious centres, from Chiang Mai to Yangon, Luang Prabang to Siem Reap. Participate in time-honou... More

Meeting Tribes in Myanmar

Meeting Tribes in Myanmar

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Meeting Tribes in Myanmar
Trek & Hike / 19 days / fr. $2,470

This 19 day- trip offers you an original and unforgettable approach to Burma between treks, navigation, cultural discovery, meeting minorities. Apart from Burma, many minorities, warm and welc... More

Memorial Honeymoon in Myanmar

Memorial Honeymoon in Myanmar

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Memorial Honeymoon in Myanmar
Honeymoon Vacation / 7 days / fr. $1,220

Start the transition into a new chapter in life with a romantic trip to Myanmar. The first few days cover the must-sees such as Yangon’s colonial buildings, the temples of Bagan, and Inle Lak... More

PREPARING YOUR TRIP TO Myanmar

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Myanmar BLOG ARTICLES

Taking a cruise on the fascinating Mekong River offers a unique and memorable travel experience. The Mekong River, one of the longest rivers in Asia, flows through several countries, including China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Each destination along the river offers its own distinct cultural, historical, and natural attractions. In this article, we will go over what you can expect when cruising the Mekong River. 

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Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, Asian countries has taken the cautious approach to inbound travel and has had some of the strictest border restrictions and closures. At the moment, the nations of the region are in the beginning stages of reopening their borders for tourism, with every country introducing its own regulations.

The “unlocking” statuses vary widely. Travelers entering Asian countries may be required to do everything from going into quarantine, submitting negative COVID-19 test results, presenting proof of health insurance, and proof of vaccination (known a vaccine passports).

There is an understandable uncertainty with how you should travel to the Asian region if you are planning to. This is why we present you the list of 19 Asian countries, along with details on the current travel situation. As each country applies precisely defined regulations, you should always check the official websites listed in the article below for the latest government announcements.

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Myanmar will resume international passenger flights from April 17, the military said on Saturday, lifting a two-year ban on foreign tourists.

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Thanaka or  thanakha is a yellowish-white cosmetic paste made from ground bark. It is a distinctive feature of the culture of Myanmar, seen commonly applied to the face and sometimes the arms of women and girls, and is used to a lesser extent also by men and boys. The use of thanaka has also spread to neighboring countries including Thailand.

Within this article, we will learn everything about Thanaka and the benefits of its powder in making a secret beauty ingredient of Burmese women.

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Burmese Longyi, along with the country’s longtime history, art, and heritage sites has contributed to the richness of the local culture that will grasp your attention whenever you find yourself in strolling around the streets of Myanmar. With just a piece of fabric grasping on the lower part of the body through time, the longyi has made it become an incredible pattern of Myanmar traditional costume for both men and women. In this article, we are going to find out the secret of Myanmar quintessence through Longyi, about why it has been worn for centuries by the Burmese people.

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