Discover Myanmar (Burma)
Whether you want to explore on foot or take to the skies in a hot air balloon, our Asia Experts can include exciting experiences and tours in your tailor made Burma holiday.
Things to do in Myanmar
- Enjoy a sunset at Shwedagon Pagoda
- Take a walking tour through Yangon’s colonial architecture
- Visit a local Mandalay market with traders cutting and polishing jade
- Admire the intricate wood carvings at Golden Palace Monastery
- Attempt to read the world’s largest book at Kuthodaw
- Visit Minnathu Village for an insight into local life
- Relax on the isolated beaches of Burma’s west coast
- Treat yourself to a hot air balloon flight over iconic Bagan
- Explore the Bogyoke Aung San Market for a bargain
- See the unique leg rowing fisherman on Inle Lake
Getting There
The main airport of Burma is Yangon International airport and there are currently no direct flights from the U.K.
By Air – Flights from the U.K. to Burma take around 14 hours and it is quickest to connect through Bangkok. Bagan is a 1 hour 20 minute flight from Yangon, as is Mandalay, whilst Ngapali is a 1 hour flight.
By Road – Yangon city centre is around a 30 minute drive from the airport. The beaches of Ngwe Saung is a 6 hour drive west of Yangon.
Combine With
You can combine a Myanmar tour with a resort stay on the coast or in Thailand for a fabulous culture and beach experience. Or you can add Bangkok, Singapore or any other Asia destination.
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