11 Days • 10 Nights
Myanmar & Ngapali Beach
Tour Includes
About the Trip
You'll marvel at Yangon's golden Shwedagon, watch the sun rise over the temples of Bagan, glide across Inle Lake, and then unwind on the quiet sands of Ngapali beside the Bay of Bengal, where fishing boats bob and fresh seafood is grilled on the beach.
With hand-picked hotels, private guides and the short domestic flights arranged, it is Myanmar's culture and coast in one seamless trip.
Trip Highlights
- The golden Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon
- Sunrise over the temples of Bagan
- Inle Lake's leg-rowing fishermen and floating gardens
- The palm-fringed white sands of Ngapali Beach
- Fresh seafood grilled on the beach
- Fishing villages on the Bay of Bengal
- A horse-cart ride among Bagan's temples
- Short flights linking every region
Day by Day
A detailed day-by-day plan for this 11-day journey.
Arrive and visit the glorious Shwedagon Pagoda at dusk, with a welcome dinner.
Explore colonial downtown, the reclining Buddha and the Bogyoke market.
Fly to Bagan and spend the afternoon among the temples, with sunset over the plain.
A full day among Bagan's finest temples with a lacquerware workshop and a horse-cart ride at golden hour.
Fly to Heho and boat to your lakeside hotel, past the leg-rowing fishermen.
A full day on the lake — floating gardens, stilted villages, the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda and lotus-silk workshops, with a lakeside lunch.
Fly to Ngapali, Myanmar's loveliest beach, and settle into your resort on the palm-lined white sand.
A blissful day on the beach — swimming, sunbathing and fresh grilled seafood by the Bay of Bengal.
An optional boat trip to nearby islands and snorkelling, or a bike ride to the fishing villages along the coast.
A final relaxed beach day before leaving the coast — one more swim and a seafood lunch.
A final breakfast before your flight from Ngapali to Yangon for your onward connection.
Where You Will Travel
What's inside the package?
Inclusions
- Private airport transfers and a private guide and driver in the touring regions
- 2 nights Yangon, 2 nights Bagan, 2 nights Inle Lake, 4 nights Ngapali Beach
- Daily breakfast, a welcome dinner and an Inle Lake lunch
- A Yangon city tour with the Shwedagon Pagoda
- Bagan temple touring with sunset and a horse-cart ride
- An Inle Lake boat tour with floating gardens and villages
- A beach resort stay at Ngapali on the Bay of Bengal
- Domestic flights linking Yangon, Bagan, Heho and Ngapali
Exclusions
- International airfare to and from Myanmar
- Myanmar eVisa fees (we can assist)
- Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary or inclusions
- Drinks unless specifically stated
- Camera and zone fees where not stated
- Optional excursions, experiences and hot-air balloon flights
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
- Anything not specifically mentioned under Package Inclusions
Know when to go.
- Visa: Most nationalities need a Myanmar eVisa, applied for online before you travel, with a passport valid at least six months. We can point you to the official portal
- Travel advisories: Conditions in Myanmar can change, so please review your government's latest travel advice and ensure your travel insurance covers the destination before booking
- Cash economy: Myanmar runs largely on cash. Bring clean, crisp, unmarked US dollar notes to exchange, and the local currency is the Myanmar Kyat; cards are rarely accepted outside top hotels
- Temple etiquette: You must remove shoes and socks at all pagodas and monasteries, and cover shoulders and knees. Slip-on footwear makes this much easier
- Best season: The cool, dry season from November to February is by far the best time; March to May is very hot, and June to October brings monsoon rain
- Heat: Central Myanmar (Bagan and Mandalay) is extremely hot from March to May, so start sightseeing early and carry water and sun protection
- Getting around: Small domestic flights link Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay and the Inle Lake gateway of Heho, all arranged for you
- Health: Drink only bottled or boiled water, use mosquito repellent and consider anti-malarial advice for rural areas. Comprehensive travel insurance is essential
- Respect: Monks are highly revered; women should not touch them or hand items directly. Never point your feet at people or Buddha images, and always ask before photographing people
- Connectivity & power: Mobile data via a local SIM is cheap but can be slow in remote areas. Bring a universal adapter (Myanmar uses several plug types at 230V)
Frequently Asked Questions
What meals are included?
Daily breakfast is included throughout, along with a welcome dinner and the specific meals named in the itinerary, such as an Inle Lake lunch. Other meals are left free so you can enjoy Myanmar's fragrant curries and street food.
Are transfers and touring private?
Yes — you travel with your own licensed guide and private driver (or boat on Inle Lake), so everything is arranged for you.
Do I need a visa for Myanmar?
Most visitors need a Myanmar eVisa, applied for online before travel. We can guide you to the official portal and requirements.
When is the best time to visit?
November to February is ideal — cool, dry and clear. March to May is very hot, especially in Bagan, and June to October is the green, quieter monsoon season.
Do I need cash?
Yes — Myanmar is largely a cash economy. Bring clean, crisp US dollar notes to exchange, as cards are rarely accepted outside major hotels and ATMs can be unreliable.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Absolutely. Durations, hotels and experiences can all be tailored, and we can add Ngapali Beach, a river cruise or a balloon flight over Bagan. Just tell us what you have in mind.
How do we travel between the sights?
By short domestic flights between Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay and Heho (for Inle Lake), plus private cars and boats — all included and arranged.
When is Ngapali Beach open?
Ngapali's resorts and flights run in the dry season, roughly October to April; during the monsoon many close and seas are rough, so we schedule this trip for the dry months.
Is Ngapali crowded?
Not at all — it remains one of Asia's most peaceful and unspoilt beaches, with palm-lined sand, fishing boats and a handful of low-key resorts.
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