Explore sacred pagodas, visit Taukkyan War Cemetery, and marvel at Shwemawdaw Pagoda. Discover Burmese Buddhism and architecture in Bago’s Holy Land.
- Bago Region - Today, our well-experienced guide and our skillful driver will be waiting for at the hotel Lobby hotel at 09:00 AM. Then, we will depart from Yangon to Bago which will take about 1½ hours. On the way we can visit a tree shrine which is dedicated to legendary of spiritual essence known as “Nats” and a handicraft village that produces woven bamboo wares. And then, visit the Taukkyan War Cemetery which is a cemetery of Allied soldiers from the British Commonwealth who died in battle in Burma during the Second World War. Arrival to Bago, visit KyaikkhatWyne Monestery, one of the largest monasteries in Myanmar. Then we will go to Bago Market and have a lunch at local restaurant. After having lunch, continue the sightseeing to Shwethalyaung Buddha, which is 55-metres long reclining Buddha, Mahazeydi and Shwemawdaw Pagoda which is taller and visible from all over Bago. Then will visit Kyaik Pun Pagoda which is notable of the Four Giant Seated Buddha shrines and Chinese Kuan Yin Temple where we can see the paintings and figures look like the style of Buddhist temples in China. After that, we will visit Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace, which is built of consisting of 76 apartments and halls. Then transfer us back to Yangon and enjoy our pleasant night by recalling our memories about Buddhist Land.
- Hotel Pick up & Drop-Off
- English speaking guide for sightseeing
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Water bottle
- Government Tax and Service Charges
- Entrance Fees and Zone Fees
- Personal Expense & Food and Beverage
- Things didn’t mentioned in Service Included
- Visa & Travel Insurance
After visiting the Taukkyan War Cemetery, it’s time to explore a city brimming with sacred pagodas. Around these pagodas, you can observe local transportation and small markets. Make your way to the majestic reclining Buddha statue for an impressive view, then proceed to learn about one of the world’s sacred sites, Shwemawdaw Pagoda, and its unique, ancient Buddha statues that are illuminated differently by the sun. Explore the Buddha’s hair and tooth relics and admire the remarkable beauty of Burmese architecture in the palace. These experiences are well worth your time to develop an appreciation and understanding of Burmese Buddhism, depending on how deeply you wish to delve into the Holy Land.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 18 years
- Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Wheelchair accessible - if assistance is required, passenger must provide their own carer.
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