Yangon Highlights, Private Tour
3 Days Starting and ending in Yangon
Visiting: Yangon
Tour operator:
Tour code:
333348
Group Type:
Private
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
VERY_EASY
Age range:
Min age:10
Tour operated in:
English , French , German , SpanishInterests:
Tour Overview
Join this three-day private tour and discover Yangon city (formerly known as Rangoon) and its main attractions, with a glimpse of its rich culture, historical heritage and archaeological sites. Enforce your local experience joining the devotees to worship the gravity-defying Golden Rock.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival Yangon
Location: Yangon
Upon landing at Yangon International Airport, make your own way to the arrivals hall, where your guide will meet you and will start your introductory tour through Yangon City. The first visit will be at the Marble Temple (Kyauktawgyi Buddha), home to 7.6 m tall Buddha. Shortly afterwards, visit Kyaukhtatgyi Pagoda, home to a 66-metre long reclining Buddha which is built in 1907 and one of the largest in Myanmar. Experience a traditional cup of Myanmar Tea at a local tea shop (included), a common practice and tradition of socializing within the locals. From here, continue to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar. Follow the guide’s lead around this massive complex and learn why this temple is so revered. Meet a Buddhist monk at the shrine and experience a private blessing. In the afternoon, you will be transferred to the hotel, for check-in.
Overnight in Yangon.
Day 2 : Yangon – Golden Rock – Yangon (400Km – 8Hr)
Location: Yangon
Early morning, after breakfast at the hotel, start your journey to Golden Rock, a well-known Buddhist pilgrimage site in Mon State. This drive will take approx. 4 hours to Kyaiktiyo Base Camp. From the base camp, travel by local open-air truck along a winding road. Experience a cable car ride from mid mountain to the top of the mountain and return. A huge boulder covered by gold leaf and delicately balanced on the edge of a cliff. Golden Rock is one of Myanmar’s most important pilgrimage sites. Offer Gold leaf to the shrine as per local customs. In the afternoon, you will be returned to Yangon, to arrive in the evening at the hotel.
Overnight in Yangon.
Day 3 : Yangon Departure (20Km – 1Hr)
Location: Yangon
Wake up to one last breakfast at the hotel, and depending on your flight schedule, make the most of your last moments in Yangon at the local shops. Transfer to the airport to continue with your travel arrangements.
What's Included
TOUR GUIDE:
- Operated with English-speaking tour escort throughout the itinerary
- Fully guided English/German/French/Spanish/Italian/Russian/Korean/Japanese or Thai speaking tour guide upon booking optional extra
ACCOMMODATION:
- 2 nights' accommodation
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2 Yangon:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel 63 or similar 3*
Pre-night in Yangon on bed and breakfast basis:
Standard Hotel Category = Hotel 63 or similar 3*
MEALS:
- 2 Breakfasts
TRANSPORT:
- Arrival & departure private transfer in an air-conditioning vehicle from/ to Yangon International Airport
- Round-trip shared cable car ticket to Golden Rock (Day 2)
- Bus ticket from Golden Rock station to Kinpun base camp by shared public bus (Day 2)
- All transfers and excursions are in private air-conditioned vehicles with drivers, except the one to Golden Rock (transfer in an open non-air-conditioned vehicle)
ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES:
- All entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary: Yangon city tour (Day 1); Golden Rock tour (Day 2)
OTHER:
- Meet & Greet
- City tax
What's Not Included
- Domestic flights
- International flights
- Drinks during meals (unless specified otherwise)
- Any visit not mentioned in the program
- Porterage and gratuities
- Expenditures of a personal nature, drinks and meals or items not stated explicitly in the program
- Any alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, mineral water, camera/video camera fee (if any)
- Travel Insurance or any loss or extra cost arising due to unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, accidents, etc.
Requirements
Visitors of both genders must wear decent clothing to cover the body appropriately when visiting religious places. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not acceptable. This rule is strictly adhered to at all religious sites. Visitors should remove hats, caps, shoes and slippers when entering buildings and sites with religious monuments. Most of these places have a secure facility at the entrance for visitors to leave behind shoes and slippers for a very small fee.
Please Note
- We reserve the right to change itineraries and activities due to weather conditions, technical problems or security reasons
- Hotel early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed in advance
- No refund for unused services. Splitting of the package is not allowed
Accommodation options
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
Day 1, 2 Yangon:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel 63 or similar 3*
Pre-night in Yangon on bed and breakfast basis:
- Standard Hotel Category = Hotel 63 or similar 3*
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
YES, A friendly and professional tour leader tasked with ensuring the smooth operations of the tour, as well as providing practical support to passengers throughout the entire trip. His role primarily includes assisting with accommodation and transportation between locations while sharing the knowledge about social and cultural splendours of Sri Lanka.
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Is there any option for solo traveller?
Yes of course. Please note that the default selection shows the price per person per double room. For solo travellers, you will have to select a single room when available.
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CLIMATE & AVERAGE TEMPERATURES
Sri Lanka is a year-round holiday destination with two monsoon seasons so there is a lot of confusion around when is the best time to visit. The weather doesn't run like clockwork here! However, there will rarely be weather so dramatic that it will stand in the way of a brilliant holiday with plenty of warm weather and sunshine. The temperature is constant at around 27°C on the coast, both the air
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What is the tipping policy?
Tipping is not mandatory and it's up tour personal wish.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
yes, it is indeed
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Do you offer any travel insurance?
We do not offer Travel Insurance but would strongly recommend that you purchase a comprehensive Travel Insurance Policy prior to departure.
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
The tour is guaranteed to departure even with a single person. However, in case of any cancellation, we'll inform you in advance and the full refund will be given.
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What does the price include?
What is included is stated specifically on the product Description. Gratuities are at your discretion. Prices do not include (unless stated otherwise) - gratuities to the guide, driver or tour manager.
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Are Visa fees included in the price?
No, visa fees are not included
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What is an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA)?
The Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) is an official authorization for a Short Visit to Sri Lanka issued via an online system. You need ETA if you wish to visit Sri Lanka as a Tourist, on Business or on Transit. No passport copies, documents or photographs are required to obtain ETA. It will cost USD $30. However, during the sometime of the year government offers FREE visa for tourists.
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Are flights included in the tour?
No, they are not included
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Travellers are requested to maintain a minimum distance of 1.5 meters between two people at all times. > Travellers are requested to adhere to recommended hygiene procedures, such as travelling with and wearing a face mask and/or gloves when required to do so. > Keep 70% alcohol rub/hand sanitizer to use frequently.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Fairly good
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When are there specific hotel names confirmed?
Confirmed hotel names are informed latest 10 days prior to client´s arrival
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Booking confirmation with Itinerary and confirmation vouchers
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
Up to 40KG per person
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Sri Lankan Rupees (you can exchange currency at the Sri Lanka airport or tour leader will assist you to exchange at the local banks)
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can change it by logging into your profile and click on Bookings. Please check your cancellation policy.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
yes, completely and according to our Health & Safety standards
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Cancellation Policy
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At 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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