Arrival by Yangon International Airport, you will be welcomed by our representative and transferred to your Hotel.
Yangon (Rangoon) is a relatively charming city. Its impressive colonial and spiritual heritage makes it one of the most fascinating cities in Southeast Asia.
Sightseeing starts with Chaukhtatgyi Pagoda Image (Six-Storied Pagoda) (a huge reclining Buddha), 70 meter long and one of Myanmar's largest.
Continue sightseeing with City Orientation tour, Yangon downtown area, Sule Pagoda (the landmark of Yangon City) and from there we walk along the Pansodan Street which has many large Colonial buildings (British colonial heritage) which are still in use.
And then we continue beautiful sightseeing to explore the city center and its fabulous mix of architecture and sites. The streets are filled with historical buildings many of which have a faded colonial charm not seen elsewhere in Asia. You'll walk at the General Post Office- a lovely historic building- and passing by Strand Hotel, Mahabandoola Garden and Independence Monument along the way. Then visit India quarter and Chinatown area, a colorful cacophony of restaurants, temples and markets.
Reach Bogoke Aung San Market (Scott Market), where there is a wide range of Myanmar souvenirs are available to buy trendy clothes and accessories, gold, gems and jewelry. This is time to browse through the dozens of stalls and shops. This is also Yangon's best market for handicrafts and other goods.
Lunch will be at a local restaurant where delicious Burmese cuisine is served in a clean, comfortable environment.
After lunch, continue to Shwedagon Pagoda the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Although the origins of the pagoda are unclear, the local legend states that the original structure was built 2500 years ago then renovated several times until taking its current shape in the 15th century. The 8-sided central stupa is 99 meters tall and gilded with gold leaf and is surrounded by 64 smaller stupas and your guide will show you around the massive complex, explaining why this temple is so revered. Enjoy breathtaking views of the golden stupa from this vantage point.Beautiful dinner at Karaweik Palace (Kandawgyi) with traditional show. (Optional)
Overnight at Hotel in Yangon.