Myanmar and Laos

Arrive in Yangon and visit Shwedagon Pagoda, a massive gold-covered stupa, and Chaukhtatgyi Buddha Temple with its reclining Buddha statue. Evening free for shopping at Bogyoke Aung San Market. Overnight in Yangon.

Proceed to Bagan, one of the world’s great archaeological sites. Travel through rural Myanmar, charming villages, and lush countryside. Check in and relax. Overnight in Bagan.

Explore Htilominlo Temple, Dhamma Yazika Stupa, Ananda Temple, and Manuha Temple. In the late afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on the Irrawaddy River. Overnight in Bagan.

Visit Mount Popa, an extinct volcano with the sacred Popa Taungkalat monastery, then drive to Mandalay, a former royal capital on the Irrawaddy River. Overnight in Mandalay.

Explore Mahamuni Pagoda, Mandalay Palace, Kuthodaw Pagoda, Atumashi Monastery, Shwenandaw Monastery, and the photogenic U-Bien Bridge. Overnight in Mandalay.

Proceed to Naypyidaw, the modern capital of Myanmar. Visit the National Museum of Myanmar, preserving the country’s history, heritage, and culture. Overnight in Naypyidaw.

Transfer to Yangon airport for flight to Vientiane, Laos. On arrival, transfer to hotel and check in. Overnight in Vientiane.

Visit Pha That Luang, Patuxay Victory Monument, and Buddha Park beside the Mekong River, then continue to Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of Laos. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Visit Kuang Si Waterfall with turquoise pools, Kuang Si Butterfly Park, the National Museum, and Luang Prabang Night Market. Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Transfer to the airport for your flight back home.