Myanmar · Boating

11-Hour Mandalay and Mingun Cruise Tour with Sunset Views

11 Hours Round trip from Mandalay Hill Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Mandalay Hill and visit Su Taung Pyae Pagoda with panoramic city views
02 See Kuthodaw Pagoda, famed for the world's largest book carved on stone tablets
03 Cruise along the Irrawaddy River to Mingun village with an aperitif on the upper deck
04 Visit Mingun Pahtodawgyi and the legendary Mingun Bell, one of the biggest bells in the world
05 Watch a beautiful sunset on board as you return to Mandalay

Visit the former royal capital of Mandalay in northern Myanmar to explore Mandalay Hill and Kuthodaw Pagoda, home to the world's largest book. Then cruise along the scenic Irrawaddy River to Mingun village, where you'll see Pondawphaya, Settawya, Pahtodawgyi Pagodas, and the legendary Mingun Bell, the heaviest functioning bell in the world. This private guided tour also includes lunch on board and a beautiful sunset view on the return to Mandalay.

Then cruise along the scenic Irrawaddy River to Mingun village, where you'll see Pondawphaya, Settawya, Pahtodawgyi Pagodas, and the legendary Mingun Bell, the heaviest functioning bell in the world.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 11 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Mandalay, Mingun

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Mandalay Hill, Kuthodaw Pagoda and Mingun Cruise

08:00: Pick up from your hotel and drive to Mandalay Hill.
08:30: Arrive at Mandalay Hill, where you can visit Su Taung Pyae Pagoda and enjoy panoramic views of the city.
09:30: Continue to Kuthodaw Pagoda, known for the world's largest book. It is surrounded by hundreds of stone tablets.
10:30: Depart from Kuthodaw Pagoda and proceed to Mingun Jetty.
11:00: Start your boat trip to Mingun. While cruising along the fascinating scenery of the Irrawaddy River, enjoy an aperitif on the upper deck.
12:30: Lunch is served on the cruise. Arrive at Mingun and visit the village of Mingun. Continue with visits to Pondawphaya, Settawya, and Pahtodawgyi Pagodas, as well as the legendary Mingun Bell, which weighs around 55,555 viss (90 tons). The bell is one of the biggest bells in the world.
17:00: Return on board and cruise back to Mandalay. Watch a glorious sunset on board on the way back.
18:30: Arrive in Mandalay and transfer to your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Mandalay Hill 2 cities · 11 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Tour coach
Lunch
Boat fee
Fuel surcharge
Bottled water

What's Not Included

Accommodation
Personal expenses
Tips
Any other transfer not mentioned above
Any other services not mentioned above
Tour guide service if you choose the option without a tour guide

What to bring

Clothing that covers your knees and shoulders for entry to places of worship and selected pagodas.

Know before you go

Pricing:-
62 USD per adult (* without tour guide, 7-9 pax)
62 USD per adult (* with tour guide, 19-24 pax)
68 USD per adult (* without tour guide, 4-6 pax)
68 USD per adult (* with tour guide, 10-18 pax)
74 USD per adult (* with tour guide, 7-9 pax)
80 USD per adult (* without tour guide, 2-3 pax)
86 USD per adult (* with tour guide, 4-6 pax)
105 USD per adult (* without tour guide, 1 pax)
116 USD per adult (* with tour guide, 2-3 pax)
166 USD per adult (* with tour guide, 1 pax)
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking, unless booked within 3 days of travel. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
Wheelchair accessible.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected pagodas. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may be refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
Vegetarian lunch is available; please request it at the time of booking if required.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
Tour guide service is included only if you choose the option with a tour guide.
Cancellation policy: all sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.