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The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Shan State, Myanmar
Shan State (Burmese: ရှမ်းပြည်နယ်, pronounced [ʃáɴ pjìnɛ̀]; Shan: မိူင်းတႆး [mə́ŋ.táj]) is a state of Myanmar. Shan State borders China to the north, Laos to the east, and Thailand to the south, and five administrative divisions of Burma in the west. Largest of the 14 administrative divisions by land area, Shan State covers 155,800 km², almost a quarter of the total area of Burma. The state gets its name from the Shan people, one of several ethnic groups that inhabit the area. Shan State is largely rural, with only three cities of significant size: Lashio, Kengtung, and the capital, Taunggyi. Taunggyi is 150.7 km north east of the nation's capital Naypyitaw.
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1. Explore Highlights of Myanmar on a Budget
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Explore most popular attractions in Myanmar within the range of budgeted expense and the perfect introduction for the first-time visitors. Enjoy a visit to U Bein Bridge at beautiful sunset time when you are in Mandalay, the last royal capital in Myanmar that rich in culture. In Bagan, visit the famous Archeological site from the 11th century by car with our tour guide. Kalaw was known as Myanmar’s popular trekking destination, to explore hill tribe villages and a beautiful view of Shan Hill. Excursion boat trip to Inle Lake to observe the way of living and floating garden at Inle Lake and back to Yangon.
Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions: Entrance fees and Tips for tour guides, Camera fees and other expenses not mentioned in itinerary, Early checkin and late checkout charges
Reviewed By maisond358
Mr. Bo Thin of Myanmar Upper Land Tours was extremely accommodating in arranging for our party of 3 to have the full experience of their 10 hour Ava, Sagaing, Amarapura and Mingun tour over a period of 2 days, scheduled around our flights to and from Mandalay, including an airport pickup! We were able to experience the ancient cities and spectacular sites at our own pace with knowledgeable and informative guides and an excellent driver. Excellent tour. This is not to be missed! Among the extra touches, our guides took many memorable photos of us and helped us with the various dialects/languages in the temple markets we wished to visit.
2. Inle to Kakku Full Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Kakku is one of the Myanmar’s most spectacular sights with more than 2,478 stupas. Take you to the stupa-filled landscape dating back more than 2,000 years. A stop is made at a Pa’O village on return to see the traditional hut-style housing and cultural differences to other regions of Myanmar. An off-the-path experience!
Inclusions: Private transfer to Kakku from your hotel in Nyaung Shwe, English speaking guide, Lunch, Government tax, Pa-O Zone Fee, Bottled water
Exclusions: Other drinks & refreshments not stated, Personal expenditure, Tips, Travel insurance, Inle Zone Fee, Transfer outside Hotel in Nyaung Shwe
Reviewed By mjm056
I am playing catch up as I haven't been here in quite a while,In 2016/2017 my partner and I travelled to Myanmar having a 3 week custom private tour. The Team at Tour East were excellent, Not only did everything go as planned the guides provided in each area were extremely knowledgeable and made suggestions re our itinerary to compliment what was already planned. Balloons over Bagan was probably a highlight however the while trip over something for all the senses and the people we met were wonderful.
3. 11-Day Private Adventure of Myanmar's Top Destinations
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
11-day Private Heart of Myanmar Tour features to explore the magnificent culture and beautiful natural heritages of Myanmar. The wonderful trip provides you the significant highlights of Myanmar’s most popular attractions with many chances to explore the highlights of Myanmar such as the vibrant city of Yangon, the ancient town of Bagan, the culture city of Mandalay, Amarapura, Ava, Saging, Sightseeing Pyin Oo Lwin, the hill town of Kalaw, the impressive cave in Pintaya and finally enjoy a boat trip on the picturesque Inle Lake. You will tour the cities with a private modern air-conditioned vehicles for the whole trip, professional local English-speaking guides in sightseeing days and learn the Myanmar's culture and history.
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 10 nights of hotel accommodation (3* Hotels or similar, Superior rooms, 1 Double or 2 Twin beds), Daily breakfast at hotels, Private tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary, Services of a private driver and modern air-conditioned vehicles for the whole trip., Private Inle Lake boat trip, Transfer in-out of Airports, Boat Services in Ava trip, Horse Cart Services in Ava trip, Professional local English-speaking guides in sightseeing days, 1 bottle drinking water and refreshing towel for each day
Exclusions: International flights and airport taxes, Food and drink, unless specified although eating arrangements will be made by your tour guide, Early check-in and late check-out at hotels., Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc., Tips for guides and drivers, Personal travel insurance, Myanmar Visa fees (contact us for further information)
Reviewed By 35nealed
Win Myanmar Travel and Tours communication from the booking stage was excellent. Very prompt email response to my queries which put me at ease straightaway. Our guide Zin Linn Htike and our driver met use at the Hotel on time and our adventure began. Zin was very knowledgeable, informative and friendly. We got to visit many of the highlights of Bagan ending with a beautiful sunset. Based on this I would highly recommend this tour
4. Best experience out on Beautiful Inle Lake
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
One day out to experience the boat-ride in the fabulous Inle Lake is the main highlight of this tour. In the charming small villages, observing the life styles and culture of Shan People, taking the photos of the activities of traditional unique leg-rowers will be part of creating the best the memories. The technique of local fishermen can be learned in the floating gardens. We will go to the glorious pagoda and observe the locals standing or sitting on their boats in among their floating gardens and their daily chores. Trying the tasting local foods in the famous cuisine will make your lunch time wonderful and after it, continue boat exploration to many ancient and clusters of ruined stupas and temples in the southern part of the lake will be the attraction of the day. Take photography to the beautiful scenery and stunning view and our boat-trip will end by watching the sunset or setting over the water on the lake. It is the spiritual experience that we will never forget.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, English speaking guide for sightseeing, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lots of love and smile, Private Boat in Inle Lake & Indein Village, Bottled water, Fuel surcharge
Exclusions: Food and Beverages (Except breakfast where mentioned), Items not mentioned in "services included", Personal Expenses, Tourist Visa, Travel Insurance
Reviewed By geraldhM7846OX
Dear Veronica, thank you so much for the great holidays and experience we had in Myanmar! Thanks also to our fantastic guide Tutu! We hope we can come back one day! One of my best holidays in my life! Gerald
5. Mr Zaw's Tofu Tours
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
During this tour I will talk you through the various handmade foods of Khaung Daing Village, taking you from house to house to see some of our local family businesses and meet our wonderful villagers.
Inclusions: At the end of the tour, you can taste all of the snacks we have seen being created, back at my house.
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6. Private Tour: A Glimpse of Myanmar and the Golden Triangle Trip from Chiang Rai
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4.7 based on 25 reviews
Get a taste of Burmese culture with a private tour from Chiang Rai across the border to Tachileik, Myanmar (Burma). Stop for glittering temples, local food and a bustling market before returning to northern Thailand to visit the Golden Triangle. Your expert guide explains the history of this region and its former role as a global supplier of opium.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Tuk tuk ride, Day pass into Myanmar, Lunch, English Speaking Guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By alfonsomario
I travelled in a Group of 14 people (including 5 under 10 kids) in Thailand in Genuary. The time we spent in the Chang Mai was an absolute highlight and big parto of it was due to the excellent Guide Narong and the Green Trail Organizations: the excursions were various, very well organized and all defenetly worth. Elephants, kayaking, Palong Villave were my personal top picks. But again, the wise and knolegable wave of Narong was inspiring and made the difference! I defenetly recomend the Organization and Narong in particular. Hope to go back to those beautiful land!
7. Private 10-Day Tour of Myanmar: Yangon - Inle Lake - Bagan - Mandalay by flights
Explore most popular attractions (Yangon, Inle Lake, Bagan, Mandalay) in Myanmar. This private tour that covers all the best of Myanmar Route: Yangon - Inle Lake - Bagan - Mandalay (destinations order can be changed basing on request) Start City: Yangon End City: Mandalay Duration : 10 days 9 nights Private Tour : Departure daily upon your request Transportation : 2 internal Flights, Private Car, Private Boat, Station English Speaking guides
Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights accommodation at 3* or 4* hotels with Breakfasts, Private Airport pickups with guide, Private airport dropoffs without guide, 2 domestic flights (Yangoon - Heho / Heho - Bagan), Bagan to Mandalay by Private Car, Private boat transfer in/out in Inle Lake, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional in-tour station English speaking guides, Entrance fees for all visiting sites in itinerary
Exclusions: Visa arrangements for Myanmar, Drinks and personal expenses, Tips and porters at the hotels, International flight tickets Pre/post tour, Food and drinks (available for purchase)
Reviewed By Z8313ENjuliel
Just returned from the most amazing 2 week holiday arranged by Aung at E Travel Myanmar! Our first week was sightseeing in Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake, Yangon and second week relaxing on the beautiful beaches in Ngapali where we ate fresh fish and seafood on the beach at very reasonable prices! Our accommodation was of a very high standard and all flights and transfers ran smoothly! Our guides were all lovely and very knowledgable and nothing was too much trouble. I would totally recommend this company as I have done to friends and family. Do not miss the balloon ride over Bagan it was stunning!
8. 6 days Best of Northern Vietnam (Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Sapa and Halong bay)
See the best of Northern Vietnam with a 6-day tour that’ll take you from Hanoi to Ninh Binh to Sapa and Halong bay! Explore the famous sights of each area, Hoa Lu and admire ancient relics. Meet the Hmong people and other minority villagers on a hilltribe excursion in Sapa. Explore the limestone karsts and rice paddies of ‘Halong on Land’ before boarding a boat to cruise the real Halong Bay and so much more.
Inclusions: Accommodation in TWN/ DBL sharing accommodation at hotel, except overnight on train (if any), All transport and transfer as per itinerary, All in-tour stationed local English speaking guide., Luxury Limousine bus Sapa - Hanoi, Meals as indicated in the program, List of accommdation: 3 stars option: Hanoi hotel: Hanoi Tirant hotel, May De Ville Old Quarter hotel … Halong bay cruise: Rosa Cruise, Glory Legend Cruise… Sapa hotel: Sapa Vista hotel, Sapa Panorama hotel… 4 stars option: Hanoi hotel: O’Gallery Premier hotel&spa, MK Premier… Halong bay cruise: Rosa Boutique Cruise… Sapa hotel: Sapa Charm hotel, Amazing Sapa hotel, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: Hotel EARLY check in and LATE check out, Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner at the hotel (if any), International flights to or from Vietnam with taxes, Visa or Passport Fees, Travel Insurance, Tips, laundry and gratuities, Meals not marked on itinerary, and water during meals
Reviewed By Roshanne S
We booked directly on the Oasis Cruise website where we were prompted to pick a date and put down a $90 deposit for a 2D1N party cruise. 3 days later we received a notification that there were no cruises on the chosen date despite their site allowing us to select and pay deposit. We were offered a day cruise as an alternative and the customer service team was very proactive in contacting us and trying to get us to book a different date although none of the replacements fit our plans. We then asked for a refund and suddenly, the previously very attentive customer service team stopped answering our emails. We have sent 2 follow up emails regarding this payment we made in JUNE and we still haven't heard anything back. We are very disappointed in the service and support from this company and could see no reason to ever book with them direct, if at all. There are a large number of cruise lines operating in this area and we found a great alternative with excellent customer service.
9. 4 days Hanoi Escape: Halong bay and Sapa
This tour will take you from the mountain to the bay, the most beautiful landscape of Northern Vietnam. With a short 4 days trip but we have a chance to discover the life style of the hill tribe , the terraced rice field in Sapa as well as the world heritage sites of Halong bay.
Inclusions: AC land transfer in Car/ Minivan., Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast., Al in-tour experienced English speaking guide., Halong Bay Cruise program shared in Twin/Double cabin as per tour., Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner), Round trip luxury Limousine bus Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi ( 8 people in one car, you will share with other tourists), Services charges and government tax., List of accommdation: 3 stars option: Hanoi hotel: Hanoi Tirant hotel, May De Ville Old Quarter hotel … Halong bay cruise: Rosa Cruise, Glory Legend Cruise… Sapa hotel: Sapa Vista hotel, Sapa Panorama hotel… 4 stars option: Hanoi hotel: O’Gallery Premier hotel&spa, MK Premier… Halong bay cruise: Rosa Boutique Cruise… Sapa hotel: Sapa Charm hotel, Amazing Sapa hotel, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Exclusions: Early Check in & late check out at hotel, Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner in the accommodation., International flights & departures taxes., Beverage., Personal expenses, tips and gratuities., Travel insurance., Other services not mentioned above.
Reviewed By Roshanne S
We booked directly on the Oasis Cruise website where we were prompted to pick a date and put down a $90 deposit for a 2D1N party cruise. 3 days later we received a notification that there were no cruises on the chosen date despite their site allowing us to select and pay deposit. We were offered a day cruise as an alternative and the customer service team was very proactive in contacting us and trying to get us to book a different date although none of the replacements fit our plans. We then asked for a refund and suddenly, the previously very attentive customer service team stopped answering our emails. We have sent 2 follow up emails regarding this payment we made in JUNE and we still haven't heard anything back. We are very disappointed in the service and support from this company and could see no reason to ever book with them direct, if at all. There are a large number of cruise lines operating in this area and we found a great alternative with excellent customer service.
10. Exploring Myanmar During a Week with Tour Guide
Enjoy most attraction places in Myanmar with this grand tour of 7 days 6 nights in Mandalay, Bagan, and Inle Lake. Transportation will be by flight, by private air-con vehicles and accompanied by a private guide in each destination. During this trip in Myanmar will have many experiences with the culture, history and mythical life of people in Myanmar. This multi day trip will lead travelers through famous attraction places in Myanmar.
Inclusions: 6 nights accommodation (twin sharing), Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Transport by private vehicle, Domestic flights to Bagan, to heho and to Mandalay, English speaking (station) guide for 6 days, Meals as mention in itinerary, Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fees for the visit according to the itinerary
Exclusions: International flight tickets and airport departure tax, Gratuities, Visa fees and arrangements, Camera fees and Personal expenses, Other on request service costs not mention in itinerary
Reviewed By maisond358
Mr. Bo Thin of Myanmar Upper Land Tours was extremely accommodating in arranging for our party of 3 to have the full experience of their 10 hour Ava, Sagaing, Amarapura and Mingun tour over a period of 2 days, scheduled around our flights to and from Mandalay, including an airport pickup! We were able to experience the ancient cities and spectacular sites at our own pace with knowledgeable and informative guides and an excellent driver. Excellent tour. This is not to be missed! Among the extra touches, our guides took many memorable photos of us and helped us with the various dialects/languages in the temple markets we wished to visit.
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