Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Bagan with this full-day tour. Visit the Yoke Sone Kyaung Monastery, the heritage museum of Salay U Pone Nya, and the mystical Popa Taungkalat Shrine.
Immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of Bagan with this full-day tour. Visit the Yoke Sone Kyaung Monastery, the heritage museum of Salay U Pone Nya, and the mystical Popa Taungkalat Shrine.
- Yokesone Monastery - Pick-up from your hotel in Bagan or Nyaung U at 8:00 am and then drive along Ayeyarwaddy River to Salay (approx. 1.5 hours).\nEn route stop by the Chauk provincial local markets. This is a wonderful place to explore Myanmar culture and cheap shops for souvenirs. After 30 minutes you will arrive Yokesone Monastery which is very…
- Yokesone Monastery - Pick-up from your hotel in Bagan or Nyaung U at 8:00 am and then drive along Ayeyarwaddy River to Salay (approx. 1.5 hours).\nEn route stop by the Chauk provincial local markets. This is a wonderful place to explore Myanmar culture and cheap shops for souvenirs. After 30 minutes you will arrive Yokesone Monastery which is very famous for spectacular wood cravings built in AD 1882. Also, it is the native town of the famous writer Salay U Pone Nya during the time of the Myanmar Kings.\n- Mount Popa - Stop at the Popa Mountain resort with panoramic views of the mountain. After some refreshment head to Mount Popa that is 1518 meters high with extinct volcano from Popa Mountain. The Popa Taungkalat Shrine is the home of 37 Mahagiri Nats or aminist spirit entities, statues of which can be found at its base. To reach the top, you need to remove shoes and socks and climb the 777 steps to the summit. Along the way there re a multitude of monkeys expecting treats. When the tour ends, you will be transferred back to your hotel in the evening.
- Comprehensive pricing with all taxes & service charges included
- Refreshments with mineral water and towels provided
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
- Comfortable private transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Comprehensive pricing with all taxes & service charges included
- Refreshments with mineral water and towels provided
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
- Comfortable private transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Food and drinks
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
Reserve a spot on our all-day trip to uncover the historical and cultural heritage around the Ayeyarwaddy River. During this tour, you will visit the renowned Yoke Sone Kyaung Monastery in Salay and the heritage museum dedicated to the celebrated writer Salay U Pone Nya from the era of the Myanmar Kings. We will also stop by the Popa Taungkalat Shrine,…
Reserve a spot on our all-day trip to uncover the historical and cultural heritage around the Ayeyarwaddy River. During this tour, you will visit the renowned Yoke Sone Kyaung Monastery in Salay and the heritage museum dedicated to the celebrated writer Salay U Pone Nya from the era of the Myanmar Kings. We will also stop by the Popa Taungkalat Shrine, which houses the effigies of 37 animist spiritual entities at its foot.
- A maximum of 9 people per booking
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide, subject to availability. Please advise your preference at the time of booking
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
