Myanmar (Burma)

Myanmar (Burma)

Myanmar is a spiritual country, largely unexplored by tourists until recently. It is known as the ‘Golden Land’ because of the countless number of pagodas and temples that dominate the landscape. In Myanmar, 89% of the population are devoutly Buddhist, which is reflected in their gentle and welcoming nature.

Cities of interest in Myanmar (Burma)

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A great deal has been changing over the last couple of years. This Southeast Asian country has gone from being a military junta isolated from the world to a nation pursuing democracy which opened up following the 2010 elections and the November release that year of pro-democracy leader Aung San Suu Kyi, who had been under house arrest for almost …

Myanmar (Burma)

Planning a Trip

Visa Information South African passport holders do require a visa for Myanmar. For details please contact our office. Main Airport Yangon International Airport in Rangoon Mandalay International Airport in Mandalay Electricity There is an electricity supply of 220 volts throughout Southeast Asia, in the cities and most towns. 240-volt appliances will work safely with this supply. However, there is no …

Myanmar (Burma)

Highlights

The Ultimate Hot Air Balloon Ride More than 10,000 Buddhist temples, pagodas and monasteries were constructed over 800 years ago in theBagan Plains. Over 2,000 remain to this day, silently populating a UNESCO-designated area 25 times the size of Golden Gate Park in San Francisco. Before sunrise, board your hot air balloon and enjoy the gentle ascent over this elegant …

Myanmar (Burma)

Events

Once you have arrived there will be plenty to keep you busy, but depending on the time of year, here are a few events taking place… Hot Season (March – April) Thingyan Water Festival Celebrating the Myanmar New Year, this festival lasts for several days and is marked by major, good-natured water throwing. It is also a time of merit making, …

Myanmar (Burma)

Itineraries

Day 1: Yangon arrival On arrival, transfer to hotel. Those arriving in the morning can see the sights of Yangon (formerly Rangoon), which include Shwedagon pagoda, the royal lake and gardens and Chaukthatgyi pagoda with its colossal reclining Buddha and and strolling in downtown areas in the evening. Overnight in Yangon. Day 2: Yangon to Bagan Early morning transfer to Yangon airport. …

Myanmar (Burma)