Understanding The Real Yangon: Comprehensive Yangon Tour with Local Expert
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Yangon (Rangoon)
Immerse yourself in the unique culture and rich history of Yangon with a comprehensive guided tour. Explore downtown, visit bustling markets, discover sacred pagodas, and even have your future read by an astrologer!
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Maha Bandula Park - You will be picked up by our local EXPERT at the lobby of your hotel in Yangon city.

We start by exploring Sule Pagoda and 19th-century British colonial buildings in downtown areas. Learn the history of Yangon and the current situation of Yangon.

  • Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue - We take you to 26 st local market where you can mingle with locals and we will drop into one of the holiest temples, Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue.

Note: Synagogue is closed on Sunday

  • Bogyoke Aung San Market - Followed by a visit to the popular Boyoke market (Scott market) and of course, you can practice your bargaining skill with local vendors.

  • Chaukhtatgyi Buddha - We hit the road to Chaukhtatgyi Reclining Buddha to observe the beliefs & customs of local people and hear the story of Buddha.

  • Shwedagon Pagoda - Eventually, we experience the holiest pagoda of Myanmar as locals and you will witness people bows down at the shrine and recite verses in praise of the Buddha. Also encounter with the people those sweep on the grounds, light candles and put fresh flowers in the vase. During your visit to Shwedagon, why not meeting with your new friend astrologer and have a fun conversation and let your palms tell you what is your future look like! Conclude your unique experiences with us!

What's Included
  • Consultation with an experienced astrologer
  • Exclusive private transportation
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Friendly service and lots of care
  • Fuel surcharges included
  • Accompanied by a licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • All Viator brokerage fees covered
What's Not Included
  • Meals & Soft drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Things are not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Entry fees to Shwedagon Pagoda
  • Travel Insurance
Additional Information

Imagine you’ve just arrived in the vibrant Myanmar city of ‘Yangon’, a place boasting a unique personality, extraordinary histories, and a blend of diverse cultures. As you anticipate the perfect start to your holiday in Yangon, what would you possibly engage in? Of course, you’d aim for a detailed introduction to Yangon. To meet that desire, we’ve designed the ‘Delving into authentic Yangon’ experience for you. This tour, under local expertise, covers the prime highlights of Yangon!

Key Points

_ Delve into the past of Yangon with a journey through downtown areas

_ Experience the lively markets and interact with local community.

_ Learn about Buddhism while visiting Myanmar’s most sacred pagoda

_ Engage in fascinating dialogue with an astrologer and explore your future

Location
Maha Bandula Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Katcupova
Dec 9, 2019
The perfect tour of Yangon with Tom - I would absolutely recommend this tour to anyone, as Ye Htun Kyaw (Tom) is very flexible on the go to adjust the tour to individual interests! We only had one day in Yangon with my friend and this was the perfect way to see and learn about all the main sights as well as the local and less touristy aspects of Yangon. The tour was really two-in-one. My friend and I booked a half day tour with Tom during which he took us around colonial buildings in Yangon and some of the main sights in the city including: Kandawgyi Lake, Chuakhtetgyi reclining buddha, and Shwedagon Pagoda. My favorite parts of the tour were the more local aspects of it such as when Tom took us to a local tea cafe where we tried Burmese tea and snacks, and also when we stopped by a card reader near the Shwedagon Pagoda which was not planned in the tour but Tom took me there because of my curiosity about the subject in an earlier conversation that day. He even translated for us. Thank you for a perfect tour, Tom!
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Elisabg6750ny
Dec 8, 2019
Unforgettable Half Day Tour of Yangon - We had the pleasure to have a half a day tour with Tom (Ye Htun Kyaw), our incredibly prepared and kind guide. He walked us around the main colonialist buildings and explained the history and facts about Myanmar. After that, we had a cozy stop at a traditional tea house where we tasted local tea and food (super delicious) and then we moved to Kandawgyi Lake and the reclining Buddha. There, he told us about Buddhism and he answered all of our questions. Finally, the beautiful Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. Tom accompanied us to a card reader there and he translated for us, and then he explained more about Burma traditions and customs at the temple. Thank you again Tom! And see you soon!
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Mettatraveller
Aug 6, 2019
Ye is a professional guide - Ye and I went to Dalla Township to explore lives of local peoples. We enjoyed our simple breakfast at a teashop. We took a boat ride to reach on small village on the other side of Yangon, Lives are very simple and humble, so lovely. We also did explored one hidden attraction, the toll gate of the 19th Century where taxes used to be collect to the passing boat to Twante Canal. We also got chance to meet with one of local families and learn their lives. Memorable trip.
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