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Gorges of the Far North
11 Nights - Mandalay-Bhamo-Bagan
(12 days/11 nights)
Highlights | Prices | Departure Dates | Itinerary
Highlights
This 11-night river cruise starts in Myanmar’s Golden City, gliding through majestic gorges towards Bagan, the city of 2,000 pagodas. Travel in supreme luxury on board Orcaella and discover the secrets of Myanmar.
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Prices
| | Balcony | State | Deluxe | | Suite | Cabin | Cabin | | | | | | | | | | | | 2013 Price (USD) | US $10,080 | US $7,210 | US $5,610 |
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* Prices are per person and include all table d'hôte meals and accommodation on board based on two people sharing (except Single Cabin), domestic economy class flights, transfers and sightseeing in Myanmar as shown in the itinerary.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Mandalay – Mingun
Board Orcaella and cruise on the Ayeyarwady River towards northern Myanmar.
A stop at Mingun includes a visit to the world's largest brick-built pagoda and the biggest uncracked bell.
This evening you’ll get to know fellow travellers at the welcome dinner.
Day 2: Mingun – Nwe Nyein
Disembark at Nwe Nyein for a guided walking tour and a chance to meet artisans sculpting traditional clay pots.
Later, sail past the picturesque island pagoda of Thihadaw before enjoying a cocktail party on the top deck.
Day 3: Kyan Hnyat – Katha
Spend the morning strolling around the delightful village of Kyan Hnyat. Children greet you on their way to school and the market begins bustle with activity.
As Orcaella continues its voyage, you can admire the rural villages dotted along the shore.
Day 4: Katha – Shwegu
Visit Katha by trishaw and take in the market made famous by George Orwell in Burmese Days.
In the afternoon, small boats take you ashore to the port of Shwegu and beyond to experience life in a typical riverside Shan village.
Day 5: Zinbon – Bhamo – Shwe Paw
As the cruise continues, relax and admire the green-clad mountains reaching down to the narrowing channel. Travel past logging camps and the old colonial village of Zinbon.
The ship drops anchor off Bhamo. Visit the town centre and enjoy the vibrant activity of this tribal meeting point.
Day 6: Shwe Paw – Katha
Begin the day with a tour of picturesque Shwe Paw Island and its ancient pagodas.
Your journey then takes you on to the riverside village of Moe Dar where you’ll witness a traditional noviciation ceremony.
Day 7: Katha – Kyan Hnyat
In the early morning, board a train to the forest station of Naba and journey into the thick Kachin jungle and teak forest.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon gliding towards Kyan Hnayt, and end the day with a refreshing cocktail on the Top Deck.
Day 8: Kyan Hnyat– Mogok
This morning the ship anchors at Thabeikkyin.
A winding road will lead you past a lush forestry reserve to Mogok, where you’ll meet elephants working in the teak forests.
Day 9: Mandalay
Mandalay comes into view in the early morning.
Disembark for a tour of Myanmar’s second city, including lunch at a local restaurant.
Rejoin the ship at the quaint village of Shwe Kyet Yet and enjoy a tribal dance performance in the evening.
Day 10: Bagan
Spend the day gazing at the passing scenery as the ship continues towards Bagan.
This evening take in the unforgettable sunset over the Bagan plain and enjoy a magical performance by traditional Bagan artists.
Day 11: Bagan– Mt Popa
Visit the ancient sites in and around Bagan with an expert guide.
In the afternoon you may choose to join a tour of Mount Popa—the legendary home of animist spirits known as Nats—with its impressive summit monastery. Or take a horse-drawn cart or a bicycle to explore on your own.
Celebrate your final evening on board at this evening’s cocktail party, and say goodbye to your new friends during the Farewell Dinner.
Day 12: Yangon
Transfer to Bagan airport for your flight to Yangon.
Please note this itinerary is subject to change.
This cruise can be extended with one or more nights in Yangon either before or afterwards.
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