Heart of the Delta - Myanmar 4 Days / 3 Nights
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In May of 2008, Cyclone Nargis made landfall in the Irrawaddy Delta area of Myanmar. Although the region saw vast devastation, the locals have worked ceaselessly to restore their traditional way of life and move forward. This exclusive tour is designed to give you an insider's look at the restoration ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
- Yangon, Myanmar
- Trip Length:
- 4 days
- Price Range:
- From $625 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- Any time.
- Recommended for:
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18 - 20, 21 - 24, 25 - 30, 31 - 35, 36 - 40, 41 - 50, 51 - 55
Adventure-seeker, Singles
Spring Break, Summer Vacation
Detailed Trip Description
In May of 2008, Cyclone Nargis made landfall in the Irrawaddy Delta area of Myanmar. Although the region saw vast devastation, the locals have worked ceaselessly to restore their traditional way of life and move forward. This exclusive tour is designed to give you an insider's look at the restoration efforts which are underway and to meet the resilient locals of this spectacular region. Travel by private car with a knowledgeable Exotissimo guide down to the heart of the delta. Small boat excursions to remote villages and chances to talk to those affected by this tragedy are experiences you will never forget. With a focus on community-based tourism, Exotissimo makes sure that the locals benefit from your visit as much as you do.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Yangon
Private Tour
Upon arrival at Yangon International Airport, you will be welcomed by our Exotissimo tour guide and transfer to your hotel. Enjoy your morning at your leisure. In the afternoon, cross the Yangon River by local boat, called a sampan, to the village known as Ah Latt Chaung (literally, ‘other side of the Yangon'). There is a dramatic difference in the life of the people in this resettlement village and those across the river in Yangon. Visit a clinic founded with the cooperation and supervision of Exotissimo Myanmar, and meet with locals at a teashop. Cross back to Yangon in the early evening. Overnight at Summit Parkview Hotel, Yangon.
Day 2 - Yangon
Private Tour
Your trip to the delta begins with a scenic drive to Pyarpon, the area hardest hit by Cyclone Nargis during disaster. After lunch, take a three hour boat ride to Shwe Taung Su and Lay Ein Tan villages. Your guide will help translate as you wander around the village, meeting and chatting with village elders. The welcoming smiles and genuine gratitude of these people make for a heart-warming change from the shadows of disaster. Return to Pyarpon for dinner. Overnight in Pyarpon. Includes: B,L,D
Day 3 - Yangon
Private Tour
After breakfast, your day begins with a visit to Pyarpon's local market with its colourful shops and street stalls. Then, drive to Thamein Htaw Kon Tan village, situated an hour away from Pyarpon. Here you will see the Monastic Primary School where local people are learning techniques to restart their lives after Nargis. It is like the coming of dawn in delta region; with high hopes and big dreams, the people are truly optimistic about their future. Return via Pyarpon to Yangon for your overnight stay. Overnight at Summit Park View, Yangon. Includes: B,L
Day 4 - Yangon
After breakfast, enjoy for a city tour of the former capital. Walk around the downtown streets filled with faded colonial atmosphere, the busy India Town and Chinatown areas, and peruse the local handicrafts on sale at Bogyoke Market, formerly Scott Market . The rest of the day is at your leisure until transferring to the airport for your onward flight. Includes: B
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* Accommodation at selected hotels * Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D=Dinner) * Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle with English speaking throughout guide. For Delta, transferred with Hiace (Saloon is not suitable for the road condition between YGN-Pyarpon) * Permission fees for Delta * Excursion by local boat to Shwe Taungsu and Lay Ein tan villages in Delta * Ferry boat fare (Sampan), your visit to Ah Latt Chaung village * Entrance fees for mentioned visits - Yangon: Sule pagoda, Shwedagon pagoda
Budget Excludes:* International ticket to/from Yangon * Meals other than mentioned * Visa arrangements for Myanmar * Visits not mentioned in the program * Drinks and personal expenses * Tips and porters at the hotels * International airport departure tax Yangon (USD 10/pax at present) * Any other items not mentioned
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