Myanmar in Style

Arrive and transfer to your newly refurbished grand colonial hotel. This evening visit the dazzling Shwedagon Pagoda, a remarkable structure with a gold stupa that rises 98m above the city, and observe the lively activity of worshippers.
The Strand Hotel (Superior Suite)  

Fly north to Mandalay, the Burmese capital before the colonial era. Transfer to the ship in time for lunch. This afternoon visit the pagoda sprinkled Sagaing Hill, an important religious and monastic centre. Visit a monastic school and orphanage before taking in the breathtaking views from the Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda. Later today visit a textile workshop and U Bein Bridge, the longest teak bridge in the world, for a memorable sunset (B,L,D). Sanctuary Ananda (Deluxe Suite Bagan Deck) 

Early this morning Sanctuary Ananda sails north to Sin Kyun, a quaint village just north of Mandalay sponsored by Sanctuary Retreats Philanthropy where farming and hat making are the primary industry. Take an optional tour to witness firsthand the way of life in this unspoilt location seldom viewed by outsiders. Return to the ship and sail towards Pakokku passing Mingun and its unfinished pagoda en route. Time to relax as the ship continues south admiring villages, pagodas and hills as you pass. A variety of on board activities will be offered including a longyi (sarong) and thanaka (cosmetic) demonstration and a talk on Myanmar – covering the country’s incredibly rich history, the recent controversial decades and the outlook for the future of The Golden Land (B,L,D).
Sanctuary Ananda (Deluxe Suite Bagan Deck)

This morning is a cooking class and market visit with the ship’s Executive Chef. This afternoon sail on to Bagan and visit a small pagoda complex before heading to the great golden Shwezigon Pagoda which houses a bone and tooth of the Gautama Buddha and is sacred to the Burmese people. Afterwards enjoy the sunset over the Bagan plains (B,L,D). Sanctuary Ananda (Deluxe Suite Bagan Deck) 

Rise early for an optional hot air balloon trip (November – March, extra charge). This morning visit the temples of Bagan starting at the Ananda Temple. Completed in 1091 AD, it is one of the four great temples in Bagan and one of the most beautiful. A horse-cart will be your mode of transport through the Bagan plains, with several photo stops and a visit to Sulamani pagoda. Later today you travel to Mount Popa, visiting a jaggery workshop along the way. Lunch is at Popa Mountain Resort with spectacular views of Mount Popa which is a popular pilgrimage site with numerous Nat temples and relics. Opportunity to climb up and enjoy the views. Return to the ship and enjoy a candlelit sandbank dinner (B,L,D).
Sanctuary Ananda (Deluxe Suite Bagan Deck)

Disembark and visit Manuha and Nanpaya Temples before transferring to the hotel (B,L). Aureum Palace Hotel (Orchid or Jasmine villa)

Fly east to Heho and transfer to Inle Lake. The shallow waters of Inle Lake are circled by rolling hills and dotted with small fishing villages. See man-made floating gardens and traditional leg-rowers (B,L).
Inle Princess Resort (Lake House) 

Morning visit to the Fifth Day Market where local hill tribes come to buy and sell their goods. This afternoon see Ikat-style silk weaving and cruise to Indein to explore this typical lakeside village with its original ancient Shan style stupas (B,L).
Inle Princess Resort (Lake House)

Today is at leisure. This evening enjoy a private dinner in the resort’s acclaimed Wine Cellar (B,D).
Inle Princess Resort (Lake House)

Transfer to Heho airport for the flight to Yangon. Transfer to your hotel with the rest of the day at leisure. A driver and guide are at your disposal for visits to Scott Market, Sule Pagoda or the National Museum (B,L).
Belmond Governor’s Residence (Deluxe Garden View Room) 

Transfer to the airport where your journey ends (B).

PRICE
Twin Share Per Person: From $6,830
Solo Traveller: From $11,225