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- Destination: Thailand, Myanmar
- Duration: 18 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Historical
About This Trip
Myanmar and Thailand Tour — This 18-day private trip pairs two neighbors with very different moods: golden pagodas and temple plains in Myanmar, then northern hills and a quiet beach in Thailand. You start in Bangkok, fly to Yangon for the Shwedagon Pagoda, then spend six days in Bagan, on Inle Lake and in Mandalay.
You will watch sunset over the Bagan plain, glide between stilt villages on Inle Lake, cross the U Bein Bridge, then finish in Chiang Mai and Hua Hin. It is a tailor-made trip with a private guide in each country, and suits travelers who want cultural depth and are comfortable with several domestic flights and some schedule changes.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1 - 3
Bangkok
Grand Palace, canals, markets, Jim Thompson House
4 - 5
Yangon
Flight, Shwedagon Pagoda, Sule Pagoda, Chinatown, Bogyoke Market
6 - 7
Bagan
Temple plain, Ananda Temple, Mount Popa
8 - 9
Inle Lake
Flight to Heho, boat trip, stilt villages, floating gardens
10 - 11
Mandalay
U Bein Bridge, monasteries, Mandalay Hill
12 - 14
Chiang Mai
Transit, Doi Suthep, elephant visit, cooking class
15 - 17
Hua Hin
Transit, beach days, optional water sports
18
Bangkok
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrive in Bangkok
Your driver meets you at the airport and takes you to your hotel. Rest after the flight, then take an easy evening walk or a Thai massage if you have energy. Your guide stops by to go over the route and the flights ahead.
- Bangkok
- Day 2: Bangkok Temples and Canals
Start early at the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, covering shoulders and knees. After lunch, ride a longtail boat through the canals to see Wat Arun and the stilt houses along the water.
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- Bangkok
- Day 3: Markets Outside Bangkok
Travel 1.5-2 hours southwest to the Maeklong Train Market, where vendors pull back their awnings as the train passes. Visit the Damnoen Saduak floating market by boat, then return for Jim Thompson House in the late afternoon if time allows.
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- Bangkok
- Day 4: Fly to Yangon, Myanmar
Fly to Yangon, Myanmar, where your local guide will transfer you to your hotel. In the evening, visit the golden Shwedagon Pagoda to witness a breathtaking sunset. Learn about the pagoda’s 2,500-year history and its spiritual significance, marking the start of your journey in Myanmar as part of this Myanmar and Thailand Tour.
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- Yangon
- Day 5: Yangon Highlights
Visit the Sule Pagoda, the Chaukhtatgyi reclining Buddha and the colonial buildings of the downtown area. Browse Bogyoke Aung San Market and walk through Chinatown’s street food stalls in the evening.
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- Yangon
- Day 6: Fly to Bagan
Fly to Bagan, about 1 hour 15 minutes, and visit the Nyaung U market, the Shwezigon Pagoda and the Ananda Temple. Temple climbing is restricted at many sites, so your guide picks the viewpoints that are open for sunset.
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- Bagan
- Day 7: Bagan & Mount Popa
Spend the morning among the smaller temples by e-bike or horse cart, when the light is soft and the plain is quiet. In the afternoon, drive about 1.5 hours to Mount Popa, an extinct volcano topped with a monastery that is the home of Myanmar’s nat spirits.
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- Bagan
- Day 8: Fly to Heho and Inle Lake
Fly to Heho, then drive about 1.5 hours to Inle Lake. Stop at the Pindaya or a local market if the schedule allows, and check in at your lakeside hotel. Flight schedules can change, so we keep the first afternoon flexible.
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- Inle Lake
- Day 9: Inle Lake by Boat
Take a long-tail boat across the lake past leg-rowing fishermen, floating gardens and stilt villages. Visit the Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, a weaving workshop and a cheroot-rolling shop, then watch the sun go down from the water.
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- Inle Lake
- Day 10: Inle Lake to Mandalay
Fly from Heho to Mandalay, about 45 minutes, and spend the afternoon at the U Bein Bridge, a 1.2 km teak footbridge over Taungthaman Lake. Sunset is the best time, so plan the day around it.
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- Mandalay
- Day 11: Mandalay Highlights
Visit the Mahamuni Buddha, where devotees press gold leaf onto the statue, and a monastery at midday to see monks in a daily routine. Finish at Mandalay Hill for the panorama over the city and the Irrawaddy.
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- Mandalay
- Day 12: Mandalay – Chiang Mai, Thailand
Visit Mahagandayon Monastery in Amarapura to observe over 1,000 monks following strict monastic routines. Fly to Chiang Mai, Thailand, and explore the Meo Hill Tribe Village and Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a hilltop temple offering panoramic views of the city, continuing the cultural immersion of your Myanmar and Thailand Tour.
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- Chiang Mai
- Day 13: Chiang Mai and the Hill Temple
Visit Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, a gilded temple on a mountainside above the city. In the afternoon, spend time at an elephant park in the hills, observing and feeding the animals in a natural setting.
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- Chiang Mai
- Day 14: Chiang Mai Cooking Class
Participate in a hands-on Thai cooking class, learning to select ingredients from local markets and prepare authentic dishes under the guidance of expert chefs. The afternoon is free to explore local markets, visit temples, or relax at your hotel.
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- Chiang Mai
- Day 15: Chiang Mai to Hua Hin
Fly to Bangkok and drive about 3 hours south to Hua Hin, the seaside town where Thai royalty built holiday villas. You arrive in the late afternoon, in time for a walk on the beach.
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- Hue Hin
- Day 16: Hua Hin Free Day
Spend a day unwinding on Hua Hin’s gentle beaches, enjoying spa treatments, tasting fresh seafood, or exploring the local surroundings. Optional activities include cycling along the coast, golfing, or visiting nearby vineyards.
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- Hue Hin
- Day 17: Hua Hin Water Activities
Choose from kayaking, kitesurfing or a boat trip in the gulf, or take it easy at the hotel. Mornings are calmer for the water.
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- Hue Hin
- Day 18: Departure from Bangkok
After breakfast, transfer to Bangkok Airport for your onward flight. Conclude your 18-day Myanmar and Thailand Tour, having experienced rich culture, historical landmarks, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable memories throughout Thailand and Myanmar.
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