The Road to Mandalay River Tour
Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)
From EUR 56.12
Office phone number: +95 1 656259
The Road to Mandalay River Tour
Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Few tourists sail north of Mandalay, instead choosing to visit Bagan’s treasures in the south. But they are missing out; from the world’s biggest bell to epic sunsets, Mandalay is a gem worth visiting. So get off the beaten track and experience this magical kingdom.
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Highlights
- Sail away from Mandalay to Mingun on one of the world’s most beautiful rivers
- Hear the tragic story behind the exquisite Myatheindan Pagoda
- Marvel at the largest working bell in the world
- Experience one of the best sunsets of your life on the peaceful Irrawaddy River
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Schedule details
- Duration: 4 to 5 hours
- Meeting point:
Oway Grand Hotel, No.624, 78th Street. Between 30th & 31st Street, Central Mandalay. Phone: +95 2 72395
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- Starting time: 2.00 PM
- Ending point:
Oway Grand Hotel, No. 624, 78th Street, between 30th and 31st streets, Central Mandalay. Phone: +95 2 72395
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation and boat fare, entrance fees, water.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Your Mandalay tour will begin with a relaxing cruise up the Irrawaddy river, past sprawling reed banks and fishermen’s huts. After braving the whirlwind of a throbbing city, this is your opportunity to relax and unwind and take in the epic scenery of one of the world’s most spectacular rivers.
After an hour of sailing, we’ll arrive at Mingun, where you can boast to all your friends on social media that you can now tick “world’s biggest bell” off your bucket list. It is also the site of the Pathodaw temple, a massive stupa that remains unfinished because the king who built it was told that he would die when the last stone was cast. It would have rivalled the great pyramid at Giza in scale had he had the nerve to complete it.
Only two minutes away is one of the most stunning and unusual pagodas in the whole of Myanmar: Myatheindan. This magnificent structure is pure white and has some robust-looking lions guarding the grand entrance.
We will then check out a nearby tiny village and meet some local people who will tell you more about life on the sleepy river banks. We’ll stop somewhere where you can fuel up with drinks and snacks (not included in tour price) before returning to the boat and the final leg of our Mandalay tour.
Then, welcome to one of the best sunset cruises you’ll ever experience. Life has not changed much on the river; stilt villages, old pagodas, and ox ploughing the fields are some of the enduring sights you will see. Serene doesn’t even begin to cover it! Sail into the sunset like it’s the 19th century again with our local guide showing you the way.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, transportation and boat fare, entrance fees, water.
Exclusions: Food and drinks, souvenirs and personal shopping, tips/gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: As we will visit a religious pagoda, please wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +95 1 656259
Email address: info@mandalayurbanadventures.com
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