Myanmar · Culture

1-Day Pyin Oo Lwin Highlights Tour from Mandalay with Colonial Heritage

1 Day Round trip from Pyin Oo Lwin Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Pyin Oo Lwin's British-era landmarks, including the train station and Purcell Tower
  • 02 Visit a local market filled with fruits, vegetables, and regional snacks
  • 03 Discover Maharanthtookanthar pagoda on a hilltop with remarkable views
  • 04 Walk through December Strawberry Farm for a closer look at Myanmar's farming industry
  • 05 Stroll through Kandawgyi Garden and see more than 400 plant species

Travel from Mandalay to explore the highlights of Pyin Oo Lwin, a scenic hill town in the Mandalay Region of Myanmar, known for its beautiful scenery, colonial-style houses, waterfalls, and friendly locals. Discover the town's mixed heritage through visits to British-era landmarks, a sacred hilltop pagoda, agricultural farms, and the historic Kandawgyi Garden. Along the way, enjoy countryside views, local market scenes, and opportunities to interact with residents from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Stroll through Kandawgyi Garden, a sprawling park established in 1915 by the British.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Mandalay, Pyin Oo Lwin
Languages Burmese, English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Pyin Oo Lwin Heritage, Gardens, and Countryside Tour

  • Pick up from the hotel and depart for the former British hill town of Pyin Oo Lwin.

  • Watch the beautiful landscapes and serene countryside villages along the way.

  • Visit the local market in Pyin Oo Lwin, where fruits, vegetables, and local snacks are sold.

  • See ancient landmarks from the British era, such as the train station, Purcell Tower, and other beautiful colonial-style houses.

  • Continue to the B.E waterfall, formed by a natural stream in the forest.

  • Explore Maharanthtookanthar, a sacred pagoda on a hilltop where you will learn about Buddhism and have the chance to enjoy remarkable views.

  • Take a break at December Strawberry Farm, one of many agricultural farms on the outskirts of Pyin Oo Lwin.

  • Get a closer look at the farming industry in Myanmar while walking around the grounds.

  • Stroll through Kandawgyi Garden, a sprawling park established in 1915 by the British.

  • Explore the garden on foot and witness more than 400 species of plants.

  • Enjoy talking to locals who come to the park to relax and take in the beautiful natural surroundings.

Return to the hotel in Mandalay.

Purcell Tower, B.E waterfall, Maharanthtookanthar pagoda, Kandawgyi Garden

Where this trip takes you

Purcell Tower, B.E waterfall, Maharanthtookanthar pagoda, Kandawgyi Garden

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pyin Oo Lwin 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking Burmese tour guide

  • Driver and air-conditioned car

  • Purified drinking water

  • Snow towels

  • Camera fees

  • Road taxes

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses

  • Tips

  • Food and drinks

  • Entrance fees

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pyin Oo Lwin, Myanmar (Burma)
Tour start
Pyin Oo Lwin, Myanmar (Burma)
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Pyin Oo Lwin.

Watch the tourHQ film Watch the film

Create your own adventure

Can't find the perfect tour? Tailor your dream trip.

  • Tell us your destination, dates and group size.
  • Our travel experts and local guides design a tailored itinerary, just for you.
  • Enjoy your trip with peace of mind, knowing everything is taken care of.
Plan my holiday

Say goodbye to travel stress.

Starting from

USD 110 /person
Book This Tour

When

Travellers

Total