Embark on an adventure in Mon and Kayin State, Myanmar, to uncover the hidden treasures of tribal culture and breathtaking nature. Explore ancient civilizations, traditional customs, and stunning landscapes.
- Mon State - Expected arrival time at Thaton is around 14:00. Upon reaching Thaton train station, meet your guide for a private transfer to Mawlamyine.
Upon arrival in the colonial city of Mawlamyine, take a walk around the area to admire the impressive buildings from the colonial era when writers like Orwell and Kipling lived here. Visit the first Baptist church and the Seindon Mibaya Monastery.
At 07:30, a tuk-tuk will pick you up to go to the jetty, where we will take a private motorboat for a cruise over the Thanlwin (Salween) River – one of the longest rivers in Myanmar, ending in Mon State with spectacular views of Zwekabin and other limestone mountains rising from the rice fields.
In Hpa An, start the day with a leisurely trip through the paddy fields in small kayaks for about half an hour. If you prefer not to paddle yourself, let us know, and we will arrange for a local Kayin man to paddle for you.
Beyond Hpa An, meet your bike guide at Hotel Gabbana (a private transfer from your hotel to Hotel Gabbana is arranged).
At 12:00, check out from the hotel and make your own way to the bus station for a bus to Kyaikto. Upon arrival, transfer by tuk-tuk on your own to Kyaiktiyo basecamp.
- Lunch included
The more remote areas of Mon State and Kayin State are undiscovered areas of Myanmar offering spectacular nature and intriguing tribal culture dating back for many, many centuries in the history of South East Asia. The Mon are believed to be one of the first civilisations in this part of the world. Although their kingdom was lost to the Bagan king in the 11th century, their rich culture can be still be seen in daily life with their specific sarongs, traditional food, language and music instruments. The Kayin (also known as Karen) are one of the indigenous tribes of the jungle known for their traditional boxing skill and their state offer beautiful natural scenes with traditional villages and waterways surrounded by spectacular lime stone mountains. A tribe with its separate language and traditions, whose origins are still very much unknown to scientists until this day.
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