7 Days Mandalay to Bagan Bike Tour
This 7 days Myanmar bicycle tour starts from Mandalay, through Myingyan, up to Mount Popa, and finally arrive in Bagan.
The short stay in Mandalay city allows you to visit Mandalay Palace, the last royal palace of the last Burma king, and Shwenandaw Monastery, a hundred-year-old teakwood building. Then a four-day cycle journey takes you from Mandalay to Bagan. Bagan houses thousands of magnificent ancient temples waiting for your exploration.
The last station goes to Yangon, the largest city of Myanmar, where you can enjoy a wonderful city tour, covering the Shwedagon Pagoda, Old City Hall, Maharbandoola Park, and Bogyoke Market.
TOUR CODEINT-M-MBMB07
PLACES VISITEDMandalay - Myingyan - Mt. Popa - Bagan - Yangon
DEPARTURE DATESDates are flexible and customizable for private departures.
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Why you'll love this trip?
- Enjoy a wonderful cycling tour from Mandalay to Bagan.
- Explore the Ancient City of “Bagan”, home to thousands of temples dating back to 1,500 years.
- Visit Yangon downtown area to see Old City Hall, Maharbandoola Park, Bogyoke Market, etc.
- Admire the fabulous Shwedagon Pagoda, the largest pagoda in Yangon painted with real gold.
Tour Map & Day by Day Itinerary
Mandalay Arrival
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Welcome to Mandalay! Upon arrival, your guide will greet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel for check-in. Then enjoy your free time.
You can stroll around the Mandalay Palace, the last royal palace of the last Burma king. Visit the Shwenandaw Monastery, built in the 19th century, which is well known for its teak carving of Buddhist myths.
Meet your cycling guide and test your bike before dining.
Overnight in Mandalay.
Mandalay to Myingyan - Biking Start
See moreMeals: B
Biking distance: 65 km
After an early breakfast, start your biking adventure to Sagaing. Cross the Innwa Bridge that is built by the British in 1934. Firstly you will visit the Maha Ganayon Kyaung Monastery to see hundreds of monks lining up for daily meals at 10:15 am. Ride onward to Sagaing Hill, with a number of small pagodas and meditation centers.
Cross the Dokthawaddy River, you cycle to Ava, also known as Inwa. Stop at Nan Myint Tower to get a birds-eye view of the mighty Irrawaddy River, Bagaya Monastery, and Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery. Though the Royal Palace of Ava has gone, the fabulous pagodas, temples, and monasteries still remain.
Late in the afternoon, arrive at Myingyan.
Overnight in Myingyan.
Mandalay to Mt. Popa
See moreMeals: B
Biking distance: 70 km
Today, head for Mt. Popa, an extinct volcano with its golden shrines.
This solitary peak showcases the Popa Taungkalat shrine, the favored home of Myanmar's most powerful "Nats" (local spirits), statues of which can be found at its base. These spirits were once so important to the country's early Kings that it was essential for them to consult the Nats before commencing their reign.
The shrine is located at the top of the mountain, and if you have the energy, climb to the top (well worth the climb!). Along the way, there are a multitude of monkeys expecting a treat!
Overnight at Mt. Popa.
Mt. Popa to Bagan
See moreMeals: B
Biking distance: 70 km
Today, you cycle to Bagan. In Bagan, you will be amazed by the thousands of Buddhist pagodas spread on the plain. These pagodas used to own by individual families during its prosperous time.
On the way, stop in the town of Kyaukpadaung for a visit to the Nyaung Oo Market where local people buying food in daily life. Then visit Shwezigon Pagoda which is the largest pagoda in Bagan painted with real gold.
Upon arrival in Bagan, have a rest at the hotel during the hottest time in the afternoon. Then you can climb up to the top of the Shwesandaw Pagoda for sunset. It will be an unforgettable memory of taking a bike to travel through the pagodas when it is quiet in the dusk.
Overnight in Bagan.
Bagan Temple Excursion - Biking End
See moreMeals: B
Biking distance: 30 km
Today, enjoy your free time to explore the Bagan plain by bike.
Dhammayan Gyi Temple is the largest of all the temples in Bagan. Ananda Temple houses four towering golden Buddhas facing the four opposing directions. Thatbyinnyu Pahto is a five-story brick monastery topped by a sikhara tower.
Finally, farewell with your cycling guide.
Overnight in Bagan.
Bagan to Yangon
See moreFlight: Domestic flight is on Indochina Tour's arrangement
Meals: B
Transfer to airport for the flight to Yangon. Upon arrival, your guide will greet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel for check-in.
After a short rest, start your Yangon city tour at the historic Post Office, followed by Strand Hotel, Mahabandoola Garden and Independence Monument. Next visit the famous Chaukhtatgyi Buddha Temple, home to a 66-meter long reclining Buddha, and shoot photos at the picturesque Karaweik Hall royal floating barge.
Then end today’s tour with an amazing sunset view at Shwedagon Pagoda, the largest pagoda with painted real gold in Yangon.
Overnight in Yangon.
Yangon Departure
See moreFlight: International flight on your own arrangement
Meals: B
Today transfer to Yangon International Airport for your flight home.
End of service.
Service Inclusions & Exclusions
Service Inclusions:
- Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
- Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
- Private English speaking tour guide service.
- Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
- Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner.
Service Exclusions:
- International air tickets.
- Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
- Meals do not listed in itinerary.
- Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
- Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
- Services not stated in the itinerary.
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7 Days Mandalay to Bagan Bike Tour
- Tour Code:INT-M-MBMB07
- Length: 7 Days
- Route: Mandalay - Myingyan - Mt. Popa - Bagan - Yangon
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