8-Hour Sagaing and Amarapura Tour with U Bein Bridge

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Amarapura's Maha Gandaryon Monastery and Buddhist University
• 02 Visit silk and cotton weaving centres for a glimpse of local craftsmanship
• 03 Walk across the 1.2 km long teak U Bein Bridge
• 04 See the enormous dome-shaped Kaungmudaw Pagoda in Sagaing
• 05 Take in views of monasteries, monks, and nuns from Sagaing Hills

Explore Sagaing and Amarapura, two ancient cities and former capitals of Myanmar, on this private guided tour from Mandalay. Discover local traditions and daily life as you visit Maha Gandaryon Monastery, the Buddhist University, Kaungmudaw Pagoda, and other important religious sites. The journey also offers peaceful scenery and views of the Ayeyarwady River, along with time at the famous U Bein Bridge and Sagaing Hills.

See Kaungmudaw Pagoda, an enormous dome-shaped pagoda, and visit Sagaing Hills for views of monasteries with monks and nuns.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Mandalay, Sagaing, Amarapura

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Amarapura and Sagaing Monasteries, Pagodas, and U Bein Bridge

• Pick up from your hotel in Mandalay and drive to Amarapura.

• Explore Maha Gandaryon Monastery, the Buddhist University, silk and cotton weaving centres, and the 1.2 km-long teak U Bein Bridge.

• Continue in the afternoon to Sagaing, crossing the Ava Bridge over the Ayeyarwady River.

• See Kaungmudaw Pagoda, an enormous dome-shaped pagoda, and visit Sagaing Hills for views of monasteries with monks and nuns. Witness monks with shaven heads and robes devoted to Buddhism.

Return to Mandalay and get dropped off at your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Bottled water and a cold towel

• Lunch at a local restaurant

• Experienced English-speaking local (Burmese) tour guide

• Private transfers by air-conditioned saloon vehicle

• Sagaing Zone fees

What's Not Included

• Domestic/international ticket to/from Yangon

• Meals other than those mentioned (B: breakfast, L: lunch, D: dinner)

• Visits not mentioned in the program

• Drinks and personal expenses

• Tips for local guides and drivers, camera fees, and Mandalay Zone fees

What to bring

• Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, and a raincoat if necessary.

• Sandals and flip-flops are recommended.

Know before you go

• Please note that dress codes are conservative for this tour; modest and respectful clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is recommended.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Tour start

Mandalay, Myanmar (Burma)

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.