06 DAYS MYANMAR HIMALAYAN ADVENTURE
Trip code: MA-LXA6
Daily departure from Singapore or Bangkok |
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Located
in Northern Myanmar and surrounded by an amphitheatre of
Himalayan peaks, Putao is one of the last frontiers of Myanmar.
Accessible only by air, this remote destination is also home to
many different ethnic minority tribes and is perhaps one of the
last kept secrets of Myanmar. And visitors can explore this
pristine Himalayas wilderness in the comfort of the all
inclusive Malikha Lodge.
Perched high
above the Nam Lang River with glorious views of mountains and
rice terraces, Malikha Lodge is designed by world famous
architect of Aman Resorts, aiming to create a feeling of luxury
and seclusion in this wilderness setting. Possible daytime
activities include walks to nearby villages, short jungle treks,
river diving, mountain biking, scenic raft trips and kayaking.
For the more sedate, one can simply laze on the riverside deck
or enjoy an open-air massage in the bamboo grove spa.
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Fly Bangkok /Yangoon
PG701
1110 1150 -daily
Fly Singapore/Yangon
MI 516
1025/1150 - daily
Upon
arrival, you would be met and transferred to hotel.
This afternoon, tour of Yangon including the old colonial city,
Kandawyi Lake and of course Shwedagon Pagoda, one of the most
outstanding religious monuments in Southeast Asia. Enjoy sunset
here.
(for flights arriving into Yangon after 1pm, the afternoon
city tour would be conducted on Day 05 afternoon)
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Day 02 |
YANGON / PUTAO (B,L,D) |
Early morning
transfer to the airport for your flight.
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Fly |
Yangon/Putao |
W9 171 |
0645/1035 - Tue/Fri via Mandalay and Myitkyina
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Upon arrival, meet
and drive about 15 minutes to
Malikha Lodge. Afternoon at
leisure in the grounds of the beautiful wilderness lodge, with
time for a refreshing swim or spa treatment.
(Breakfast, lunch, dinner included) |
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After a leisurely breakfast, our first
stop this morning is the Putao market, where at sunrise traders
from the outlying Rawang and Lisu villages descend to market
their vegetables, dried fish, fabrics and basket ware. You have
the opportunity to visit their homes and observe handicrafts
being produced at firsthand. There is also the chance to try a
steaming bowl of Shan noodle soup in the early morning chill and
to practice your haggling skills over spectacular Rawang village
headman woven hats, colourful sarongs and fine baskets.
Return to the lodge for lunch and in the afternoon, we shall
enjoy a short trek into the forested hills, with the special
option of an hours trek by elephant through terraced fields and
pockets of jungle. Enjoy sweeping views over the whole Putao
Valley. Before long we descend into the Namlang Valley where our
kayaks and river guide will be waiting. From there it is a
leisurely half hour’s kayak through occasional gentle rapids
back to the lodge on the clear and fast flowing waters of the
Nam Lang River. |
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Another adventure awaits today with a
scenic river gorge cruise and a visit to the picturesque village
of Manchanbaw. From there we venture downstream by long tail
boat onto the Malikha River through forested hills and past
white river beaches, where villagers may often be seen panning
for gold. A picnic lunch is prepared in a spectacular riverside
beach inside the gorge, before our return by vehicle to the
lodge in time for sunset.
Note: The above activities are just some of our
recommendations. Depending on your interests, there are other
exciting half day or full day excursions to choose from.
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After breakfast,
transfer to the airport for flight.
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Fly |
Putao/Yangon |
W9 172 |
1055/1445 - Tue/Fri via Mandalay and Myitkyina |
Upon arrival, you
would be met and transferred to your hotel.
You have the afternoon at leisure. The Bogyoke Market is a
delight to explore and Golden Valley offers many excellent Art
Galleries. |
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Transfer to the
airport for your flight home.
Fly
Yangon/ Bangkok PG 702, 1310 1500 - Daily
Fly Yangon/ Singapore MI 515 1245/1710 - Daily
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PRICES PER PERSON
These prices are
based on min. two persons traveling together sharing one room.
The prices
stated can only be indicative and may be adjusted once we know
your date of travel, number in your party and if you have any
other specific requirements.
This itinerary
is based on using Silkair for the international routing. We are
able to book onto budget carriers or other airlines if you wish.
Due to the
remote location of Malikha Lodge, this program is not
recommended for children below the age of 5.
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COST INCLUDES
Airfare
Singapore/Yangon/Singapore by Silk Air (note: no frequent
flyer mileage accruals);
Domestic airfare
Yangon/Putao/Yangon on Air Bagan;
Accommodation on
twin or double sharing basis;
Daily breakfast
in Yangon;
4D/3N fully
inclusive arrangements in Malikha Lodge with all meals,
transfers and activities
Tours & airport
transfers in private air-con vehicle with English speaking guide
and including all entrance fees in Yangon
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COST EXCLUDES
Airport taxes;
Visa;
Travel
insurance;
Personal & other
expenses not stated in the itinerary.
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HOTEL DESCRIPTION
In Yangon:
Traders - a
modern high-rise 5-star deluxe hotel. Centrally located and is
opposite to the Bogyoke market.
www.shangri-la.com/eng/hotel
The
Governor’s Residence - Burmese style, built of local teak wood
and maintain lovely local ethnic architecture
www.pansea.com
Strand
Hotel - a luxurious colonial style hotel located in the city
centre and tastefully renovated to reflect the epochal era of
the 1920’s and 1930’s.
www.ghmhotels.com
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