Myanmar · Religious & Spiritual

3-Day Myanmar Highlights Tour of Pindaya and Inle Lake

3 Days Round trip from He Hoe Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the 200 million-year-old Pindaya Cave with about 8,045 Buddha images
02 Admire the calm and serene beauty of Inle Lake on a boat excursion
03 Discover Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, one of the lake's most revered religious sites
04 See native fishing methods, traditional weaving, and local silversmith craftsmanship
05 Walk through a village to witness the way of life of the Innthar people

Explore some of Myanmar's most sought-after destinations on this 3-day journey through Heho, Pindaya, Nyaungshwe, and Inle Lake. Visit the remarkable Pindaya Cave, known for its ancient formations and thousands of Buddha images, then discover the calm and serene beauty of Inle Lake on a boat excursion. Along the way, experience local markets, traditional crafts, and the daily life of the Innthar people for a well-rounded glimpse of the region.

In the evening, explore Pindaya Cave, a 200 million-year-old cave with about 8,045 Buddha images, amazing formations, and stalactites inside.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Pindaya, Inle Lake, Nyaungshwe, Heho

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

From Heho to Pindaya Cave and Nyaungshwe

Flight to Heho in the morning.
Arrive at Heho Airport.
Transfer from Heho Airport to Pindaya, home to a natural cave.
Enjoy the scenic beauty of the countryside and visit a small, quiet town market.
Lunch at a local restaurant.
In the evening, explore Pindaya Cave, a 200 million-year-old cave with about 8,045 Buddha images, amazing formations, and stalactites inside.
Transfer to Nyaungshwe, the gateway to Inle Lake.

Overnight stay and dinner at the hotel.

Day 02

Inle Lake Boat Excursion and Village Life

Breakfast at the hotel.
At 8:30 am, set out on a boat excursion on Inle Lake, which is known for its calm and serene beauty and its unique leg rowers.
Tour highlights include the native method of fishing, a silversmith workshop, Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, and the traditional weaving method.
Walk to the village to witness the way of life of the Innthar people, a minority group.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 03

Ancient Temples and Transfer to Heho

Breakfast at the hotel.
Explore ancient Indian temples situated on the west side of the lake.
Transfer to Heho Airport.

Where this trip takes you

Pindaya Caves, calm waters of Inle Lake, Phaung Daw U Pagoda

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from He Hoe 4 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Comfortable air-conditioned car for two people
Licensed English-speaking tour guide
Road tax
Other zone permission fees, such as $3 for Pindaya and $10 for Inle Lake

What's Not Included

Meal expenses
Accommodation expenses at the guest house (approximately $60 for double occupancy)
On day 3, a visit to Kayah State, Yangon, Mandalay, or Bagan can be arranged upon request.