8-Hour Mount Popa Hike from Bagan with 777 Steps and Village Stop

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Climb the 777 steps to the summit of Mount Popa
• 02 Admire breathtaking panoramic views from the top of Mount Popa
• 03 Taste toddy, plum juice, and oil during the drive from Bagan
• 04 Observe local traditions at Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's intriguing 'Nats'
• 05 Visit a small traditional village on the return journey

Take an 8-hour journey from Bagan to Mount Popa, Myanmar's extinct volcano and the home of the country's intriguing 'Nats' (spirits). Climb the 777 steps to the summit for breathtaking panoramic views, while observing local traditions and the spirit of the surrounding area. Along the way, enjoy a tasting break for toddy, plum juice, and oil, and stop at a small traditional village on the return drive.

Climb 777 steps to the top of Mount Popa and behold fabulous views from the summit.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Bagan, Mount Popa

Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Mount Popa Hike and Village Visit

• Pick up from your hotel in Bagan by your Myanmar tour guide.
• Drive 46 km to Mount Popa. On the way, take an hour-long break to taste toddy, plum juice, and oil.
• Arrive at Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's intriguing 'Nats' (spirits).
• Climb 777 steps to the top of Mount Popa and behold fabulous views from the summit.
• Observe the local culture and the spirit of the surrounding area.
• Head back to Bagan and, en route, stop at a small traditional village.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• English-speaking Myanmar tour guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
• Lunch (A-La-Cart)
• Bottle water and refreshment towel
• Local taxes
• Private tour
• Lunch
• Bottled water

What's Not Included

• Archaeological Zone Fee
• Drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities

Know before you go

• Departure point: your hotel / port.
• Departure time: 8:00 AM.
• No heart problems or other serious medical conditions.
• Not recommended for pregnant travellers.
• A minimum of 2 adults per booking is required.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult.
• A vegetarian option is available, but please notify at the time of booking if required.
• Other languages offered: Italian & Spanish.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Bagan, Myanmar (Burma)

Tour start

Mt Popa, Myanmar (Burma)

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.