Myanmar with Luxury & Style (13 Days): A Sample Itinerary

ID #: DT-M-13-10-19-10-BESI

DavidTravel Itinerary Highlights include:

Shrouded in mystery throughout recent history, Myanmar is slowly awakening to the 21st century. On this new independent journey, be one of the few to experience the inspiring spirituality and old-world charm of a country largely untouched by modernity as you fly over thousands of golden stupas in Bagan, cruise the Ayeyarwady River and meet monks and master silk weavers.

• Capture the photographs of a lifetime from a private hot air balloon ride over Bagan's 2,000 pagodas and temples

• Explore the romance of a bygone era when you cruise the gentle Ayeyarwady River downstream toward Bagan, disembarking at a local village

• Gain insight into Myanmar's spirituality when you reflect on your journey in a Buddhist monastery atop Mount Popa

• Rest each evening in luxurious hotels that recall colonial-era grandeur and style, including the Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok and the Governor's Residence

Overview:

With dense forests, abundant wildlife, friendly people, rich culture and underdeveloped coastal resorts, Myanmar (previously known as Burma) is certainly a beautiful corner of Asia. Sadly, however, an unstable political situation substantially detracts from Myanmar's credentials as an alluring tourist destination.

Would-be tourists face a difficult choice in whether to come. On the one hand, Myanmar has many attractions: thousands of pagodas, fascinating culture and ancient towns among them. Also, tourists are welcomed with open arms by locals hungry for news of the outside world, and for their economic contribution.