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Discovering The Chindwin River: Mandalay – Chindwin River – Bagan 13 Days
Discovering The Chindwin River: Mandalay – Chindwin River – Bagan 13 Days
- Cruise name : Belmond
- Company : Belmond
- Class : Luxury
- Capacity : 25 cabin
- Type : Sharing
- Destination : Myanmar - Myanmar
Itineraries
Arrive in Mandalay and enjoy a sightseeing transfer to the ship. You’ll see the revered Mahamuni Temple, Kyaukisittan and Shwe Kyaung before arriving. Once on board a buffet lunch will be served as we sail past the golden temples of Sagaing, followed by a welcome briefing and afternoon tea in the Lounge Bar. Join us in the Restaurant for a welcome cocktail before dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
This morning enjoy an introductory lecture about the Myanmar way of life as we cruise towards Monywa. Later visit the colorful Thanboddhay Pagoda at Monywa. Complete the tour with a photo opportunity at the magnificent 424ft standing Buddha at Bodhi Tataung. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served on board.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
After breakfast alight for a walking tour of the traditional farming village of Moktaw. Witness an important rite of passage in Myanmar, the novice initiation ceremony, at the Moktaw monastery. Spend a leisurely afternoon on board before a longyi cocktail party and after dinner entertainment. Breakfast, lunch and dinner served on board.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Disembark for an early morning visit to the ‘Teak Port’ of Maukkadaw before returning to the ship for brunch. This afternoon take afternoon tea in the Lounge while Dr. Khin Maung Nyunt treats you to a local history lecture. Dinner is followed by Toh dances on the Sundeck.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
After breakfast take an excursion to Kalay for a glimpse of local life at the lively market. Relax and enjoy the ship’s luxurious facilities this afternoon as we cruise towards Mawleik. Dinner this evening is a barbecue on shore at Mawleik, with transfers by local tuk tuk.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
This morning visit Mawleik town, once the administrative seat of the Bombay Burma Trading Company. Take a local truck transfer to Mawleik elephant camp followed by a historical tour of the town. Enjoy lunch and afternoon tea on board. This afternoon your guide will present a lecture on the current situation in Myanmar. Dinner is followed by the release of Shan balloons. RV Orcaella docks tonight at Sitthaung.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Disembark for a morning trek to the rural village of Sitthaung. See the emerald green paddy fields on your way to the village pagoda. After lunch on board the ship enjoy the views as we sail towards Naung San Kyin, or participate in the discussion of Myanmar religions, culture and traditions in the Lounge.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Today’s excursion takes us to Homalin town. Enjoy a riverside walk, the morning market and the Buddha Lotus Garden with its exquisite temple and stunning views. Spend the afternoon at leisure as we sail to Nan Maw Leik.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast as we sail through beautiful scenery towards Kyidaung. This morning watch RV Orcaella’s Executive Chef deliver a cooking demonstration on the sundeck. In the afternoon join a walking tour to the quaint village of Kyidaung and visit the Oo monastery.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Take a morning tour of Mingin, an important town during the reign of King Mindon, including a visit to the impressive Mahar Minkyaung Monastery. Return to the ship and continue towards Kani for an afternoon tour. Visit the site of the Nat Shrine and experience a real 'Nat Pwe' paying homage to the Nat of Kani.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Enjoy a mid-morning brunch before disembarking for a visit to the exceptional and historically important sites of Bagan, accompanied by our guides. Return to the ship for dinner.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
After breakfast transfer to shore to experience the morning market of Nyaung Oo followed by a tour of Bagan’s major temples. Lunch is taken on shore in a Bagan restaurant.
This afternoon there is a choice of activities. Travel to sacred Mount Popa, stopping off at a Toddy Palm plantation on the way, or take a private horse and cart or bicycle tour within the city of Bagan. Enjoy the evening’s farewell cocktail party and entertainment before your final dinner on board.
Meals: Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner
Accommodation: RV Orcaella Cruise
Disembark early morning for your return flight to Yangon and onward travel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
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Important Notes
Price includes
- Twelve nights aboard the Belmond Orcaella luxury river cruise
- All meals aboard the ship: buffet breakfast, lunch and table d'hôte dinner featuring both eastern and western menus
- Beverages, including local beer and house wine with lunch and dinner
- Onboard activities such as expert lectures and presentations, longyi-tying demonstrations, sunrise yoga sessions, meditation classes and cookery demonstrations
- Fully-qualified resident doctor
- Sightseeing transfer to the ship
- Guided tours of Mandalay, Monywa, Moktaw, Maukkadaw, Mawleik, Homalin, Kyidaung, Mingin, Kani and Bagan
- Dinner at Mawleik, with transfers by local tuk tuk
Price excludes
- Travel insurance
- Fuel surcharge
- Marine park fees
- Port fees
- Personal expenses
Remark
- Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
- Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese, seafood & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
- Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
- For All the departures should the occupancy be less than 10 PASSENGERS the Company reserves the right to cancel the cruise up to 30 days prior the departure date. A written confirmation notice will be released to all booked clients and/or their agents within and not later than 30 days prior the departure date. In case of cancellation an alternative cruise will be offered and if not acceptable all down payments will be refunded
- Surcharge on Christmas and New Year & Surcharge on Lunar New Year.
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