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ed Review submited by Ed

Initially met as a tour guide, came away with a new friend

Reviewed May 28, 2018

I had the pleasure to spend 4 days, one-on-one with Win in May.  Given my first time in the country, I am not quite sure what to expect, especially given the trying experience with tour guides in neighboring countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam and etc.  

Overall, I found Win to be very responsive and thoughtful where he offered me many pointers prior to the trip.  Bagan has such rich history due to the former status of being the capital for the ancient Burmese dynasty and have ridiculous number of pagodas and temples as a result.  With the heat, tourist flow and my personal interest, Win worked with me and tailor-made a perfect itinerary to maximize my experience.  He's very knowledgeable about the architectural designs and history for each of the temples where I came away learning more about than similar trips made in the past.  

If you are looking for someone who's trust-worthy, knowledgeable, caring and thoughtful, I would highly recommend to help make your visit in Bagan/Mandalay special.

edward Review submited by Edward

Seeing and experiencing the best of Bagan, Myanmar

Reviewed April 5, 2018

Win was my tour guide the first time I visited Myanmar, particularly Bagan. He was very considerate, thoughtful, and accommodating to my friend and I. Through Win, we discovered the stories and histories of Bagan, from the food to the people. We wanted to experience an authentic tour, with historical background and an idea of the future of the people in the country. Win provided that to us. I highly recommend Win if you were to visit Bagan. 

Travelled in with friends

keith Review submited by Keith

Extremely knowledge tour guide for those who truly want to learn about Bagan

Reviewed March 10, 2018

Win made our stay in Bagan the highlight of our trip in Myanmar.

Without any prior knowledge of or plans for the area the morning we were to arrive in Bagan,  he was patiently waiting for us at the airport even though we had only arranged our tour with him an hour earlier. He made the most of our stay by planning our excursions with a variety of experiences based on our interests and limited time in the area. Whether it was the cultural sites we visited, the resaurants we ate at, or the sunset views, his recommendations were always impressive and provided unforgettable memories of Bagan.

What impressed me the most was Win's vast knowledge of his own culture, his country's history, and Buddhism which provided a deeper understanding of the places and things we saw throughout our trip. Having been in Mandalay earlier without a guide, the difference in appreciation and understanding of what Bagan had to offer was night and day all because of Win's explanations. There were practically no questions he could not answer, whether it was why locals had a particular tradition or how unique architectural element was incorporated into a pagoda.

Add on his kindness and professionalism, not to mention his excellent photography skills, and Win undoubtedly made Bagan one of the most pleasurable places we have visited.

Travelled in as a couple

susanne Review submited by Susanne

Bagan

Reviewed February 2, 2018

Win is such a polite and a very well educated guide. His knowledge is enormous. My visit was wonderful.

Travelled solo in

marco Review submited by Marco

Fantastic tour guide!!!

Reviewed January 20, 2018

Win is a fantastic tour guide. we stayed with him 6 days, he made us a beautiful trip between Mandalay, Bagan and inle Lake. She is a very good person and will take care of you as people of his family. He speaks excellent English, with great passion will tell you many details of the culture and history of the wonderful Myanmar, accompanying you in the most beautiful places in the country and enriching your visit in every way. Thank you very much Win for everything you did for us !!! We wish you all happiness is luck you deserve !! All the best!!!!!!!

Travelled in as a couple