Yangon Stopover - 3 Days

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1. Day 1: Yangon Arrival & Sightseeing.

   Mingalabar! Upon arrival, a driver and tour guide of Myanmar Travel will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel in Yangon city center.
   A few hours before sunset, head to Shwedagon Pagoda the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Although the origins of the pagoda are unclear, local legend has it that the original structure was built 2,500 years ago then renovated several times before taking its current shape in the 15th century. The 8-sided central stupa is 99 metres tall, gilded with gold leaf and is surrounded by 64 smaller stupas. Follow the guide’s lead while touring this massive complex and learn why it’s so revered among locals.
   As the sun begins to set, take part in an oil lamp lighting ceremony. The oil lamps, ranging from 100 to 1,000, will be arranged whilst touring Shwedagon. Right before sunset, the lighting the oil lamps begins, finishing as the sun sets, creating a picturesque setting.
   Meals: Not available
   Accommodation: Hotel in Yangon

2. Day 2: Full-day Yangon City Tour.

   After breakfast at hotel, you visit the highlights of busting formal capital Yangon. Start with the visit to Sule Pagoda. It is believed to enshrine a strand of hair of the Buddha. From Sule Pagoda, you embark on an orientation walk to Chinese Town, covering exotic streets of Yangon downtown and British Colonial building as Emmanuel Church, Inland Water Buildings.
   Continue to Bogyoke Market (closed on Monday & holidays). Formerly named Scott’s Market, it is now the main tourist destination where you can find antique, Burmese handicrafts & jewelry shops, art galleries & clothing stores.
   Meals: Breakfast
   Accommodation: Hotel in Yangon

3. Day 3: Yangon Departure.

   Free until time transferred to the airport for your departure flight home.
   Have a good journey back home.
   Meals: Breakfast
   Accommodation: N/A