The Ancient Capitals of Mandalay

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8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour introduces to you the significant sights of the former ancient royal capitals Amarapura, Sagaing, and Innwa.

What's Included

Hotel pick up and drop off
Full-day sightseeing tour
Bottled water
English-speaking guide
Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle
Horse-cart ride in Innwa
Entrance or zone fees
Meals or drinks

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your hotel in Mandalay (one pick-up point only)

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Mahagandayon Monastery

    Travel to the former royal capital Amarapura. Here you will visit the Mahagandayon monastery, where thousands of monks study. The monastery is known for its strict adherence to the Vinaya, the Buddhist monastic code. It takes 7 to 10 years to complete the school of Mahagandayon monastery.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    U Bein Bridge

    The next stop is the U-Bein bridge in Amarapura, one of the most popular photo spots for travelers in Myanmar. The 1.2-kilometre bridge was built around 1850 and is believed to be the oldest and longest teak-wood bridge in the world.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Sagaing Hill

    Continue the tour to Sagaing, former capital of the Shan Kingdom during the 14th century. Sagaing is located opposite from Mandalay. To visit, you need to cross the Irrawaddy Bridge. Sagaing houses hundreds of beautiful stupas.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Maha Aung Mye Bon Zan Monastery

    Innwa was founded in 1364 and had been the capital city for 400 years. The highlight of the destination includes the Maha Aung Mye Bon Zan Monastery. It was damaged by the earthquake in 1838 but was repaired in 1873 by Queen Sin Phyu Ma Shin. This monastery is one of the finest brick building decorated with floral ornaments.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Bagaya Monastery

    The teak-wood monastery Bagaya Kyaung is a Buddhist monastery built on the southwest of Inwa Palace. This magnificent monastery is also known as Maha Waiyan Bontha Bagaya Monastery and gives an impressive example of the ancient arts of Myanmar. Today, it provides housing and schooling for children.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Supplied by Pegu Travels

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Cancellation Policy

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