| 9 days Balloon adventure over Bagan and Inle |
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Itinerary (Yangon - Pindaya - Nyaung Shwe - Inle -)
Explore the rich and thrilling culture of one of the most mysterious and undiscovered destinations in the world and experience the ultimate in stylish sightseeing on this Balloon Safari adventure over mystical Myanmar.
The balloons and equipment have been supplied new to Balloons over Bagan by Cameron Balloons of the UK, the world's largest and finest balloon manufacturer. The balloons are custom made to the highest standards of the British aerospace industry. Pilots are mostly british and have thousands of flight hours not only in Bagan but all over the world. They follow strict flight regulations regarding the maximum hours of flight allowed.
The season lasts from 1st of October to 31st of march.
Advance bookings are recommended.
We can arrange additional customized trips for you if the above itineray does not match your expectations.
The balloon can accommodate from 8 to 12 persons in four separate compartments.
Sunrise or Sunset champagne flights are available only for groups (on request).
Children must be over 140 centimeters tall to be allowed to fly.
Private tour:
Daily departure from Yangon
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Day 1
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Arrival in Yangon
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On arrival you will be welcome by your guide and transfered to your hotel to enjoy a delicious welcome dinner.
Overnight at The Strand Yangon, Myanmar
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Day 2
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Yangon
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
Today you'll be exploring Yangon and taking a closer look at the local life of this impressive colonial city. Discover Myanmar's glorious history at the National Museum, visit the golden Sule pagoda and enjoy a walk around Mahabandoola Park to take in the colonial courthouse and city hall.
After lunch at a local restaurant, shop for handicrafts at the bustling Bogyoke Market and end the day at the Shwedagon Pagoda with its glittering stupa covered with 60 tons of pure gold leaf.
Dinner is at the renowned Le Planteur Restaurant.
Overnight at The Strand Yangon, Myanmar
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Day 3
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Yangon - Heho - Pindaya
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
This morning you fly to Heho in the Shan state where you will be met by your guide and transfered by old colonial antique BOB bus to Pindaya, a small quiet town perched on the banks of the placid Botoloke Lake. Enjoy a light lunch and experience your first Balloon Safari which takes you gliding over Pindaya's picturesque mountain valleys, tiny Shan hamlets and hill top pagodas. In the evening, sample a traditional Danu dinner at Inle Inn.
Overnight at Inle Inn in Pindaya
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Day 4
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Pindaya - Nyaung Shwe - Inle
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
After breakfast, we will visit Inle's colourful floating morning market, buy cooking ingredients and continue to an Inthar house to experience traditional Intha cooking and share lunch with the family.
After lunch, you will continue to Indein, a small village on the western bank of the lake, and enjoy panoramic views of the area from the beautiful pagoda hill there.
Overnight at the Inle Princess Resort on Inle Lake
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Day 5
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Inle - Indein - Inle
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
After breakfast, we will visit Inle's colourful floating morning market, buy cooking ingredients and continue to an Inthar house to experience traditional Intha cooking and share lunch with the family.
After lunch, you will continue to Indein, a small village on the western bank of the lake, and enjoy panoramic views of the area from the beautiful pagoda hill there.
Overnight at the Inle Princess Resort on Inle Lake
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Day 6
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Inle - Ayetharyar Vine Yard - Inle
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
After breakfast, we will take a private motorboat to enjoy a spectacular morning balloon flight over Lake Inle. Our skilled pilots use their knowledge of the winds to steer the balloon over Inle's floating villages, gardens and immense labyrinth of canals. you then continue to Ayethayar Vine Yard about 25 kilometres from the lake for a leisurely afternoon sampling Myanmar's high quality wines. Return to the hotel in the evening where you will dine in the Wine Cellar.
Overnight at the Inle Princess Resort on Inle Lake
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Day 7
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Inle - Heho - Bagan
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
Depart early for a fascinating bird watching balloon flight with local experts and take the rest of the morning to enjoy the scenic beauty of Inle Lake. Transfer to Nyaung Shwe to have lunch at "View Point" restaurant and proceed to Heho Airport for your domestic flight to Bagan. Upon arrival in Bagan, you will be welcomed by our staff and transfered to "Sukara Thiripyitsaya Hotel" to check-in and relax for the afternoon. Dinner this evening will be at "Sakura Terrace" with the Bagan Pilots' fire balloon display.
Overnight at the Thiripyitsaya Sakura Hotel in Bagan.
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Day 8
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Bagan
(Breakfast/Lunch/Diner)
After breakfast, you will be transfered by antique bus to the place for your morning balloon flight.
After lunch at Tharabar Gate Hotel, we will proceed to a lacquer-ware factory to learn about Bagan's arts and crafts industries before enjoying the sunset on a boat trip along the river. Enjoy a special candlelit dinner and cultural show against the dramatic backdrop of ancient pagoda ruins.
Overnight at the Thiripyitsaya Sakura Hotel in Bagan.
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Day 9
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Depart Bagan
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After breakfast, you will be transfered by historical bus for your magical morning balloon flight over the ancient capital and surrounding areas. We will then proceed to the colourful Nyaung Oo Market and Dhamayangyi Temple, noted for its remarkable brickwork and Bagan-era architecture.
After lunch at the Thiripyitsaya Sakura Hotel the afternoon is yours to relax at the hotel or enjoy some last-minute sight seeing around old Bagan before transfering to Nyaung Oo Airport for your onward flight.
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| ALL PRICES ARE NET INCLUSIVE OF TAX & PER PERSON. THEY ARE IN DOLLARS U.S. |
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PRIVATE TOUR (Numbers of persons. Prices per person sharing twin / double room)
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MIN. 3-6 PERS. |
MIN. 7-10 PERS. |
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT |
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Validity :
Our package tour rates are valid from
October 1st 2009 to April 30th 2010 |
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Note :
Creating Unique Touring Experiences
All the touring itineraries on this website have been carefully crafted by our in-country management teams and represent a series of experiences we can certainly recommend. However as with all the tours listed on this website, this is simply a suggested itinerary, which can easily be customized to suit your schedule, budget, and interests. Please contact us to discuss your tailor-made travel requirements.
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