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10-night Luxury Irrawaddy Cruise
	Scenic Aura (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Mandalay, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Mandalay, Myanmar Welcome to Myanmar. Meet your guide at Mandalay Hill Resort and transfer to the luxurious Scenic Aura. Enjoy a welcome onboard reception while cruising to Mingun. Please book flights to arrive by 12 pm.	—	—
Day 2	Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 2	Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 2	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 2	Mandalay, Myanmar In Mingun discover the stories behind a massive unfinished brick pagoda. Nearby, admire the un-cracked Mingun Bell and the stunning all-white Hsinbyume Pagoda. Sundowners: In Amarapura, relax with evening drinks in boats under U Bein Bridge, the world's longest teak bridge, to capture that memorable photo of the bridge's silhouette at sunset.	—	—
Day 3	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Ava, Myanmar Enrich: In the ancient capital of Sagaing interact with novice monks, nuns, and orphans during a special visit to a monastic supported school before continuing to a quiet nunnery where you will partake in the ritual and our donation to the resident nuns before their midday meal. Across the river, explore by horse and cart the sites within the ruins of Inwa's palace, for more than 400 years the capital of the Ava Kingdom.	—	—
Day 4	Myinmu, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Monywa, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Myinmu, Myanmar Sail to Myinmu and drive across the countryside through Monywa to explore the sandstone grottoes decorated with spectacular mural paintings and hundreds of Buddha statues inside niches. Return to the ship and continue your cruise to Yandabo.	—	—
Day 5	Yandabo, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Pakokku, Myanmar Arrive in Yandabo where in 1826 the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Now famous for its pottery, stroll through the village and witness the artisans honing their craft and observe their unusual way of firing the pottery. Further downstream, stop at Pakokku to visit a cheroot cigar workshop and longyi and blanket factory. Then relax on the sundeck with a cocktail in hand as you approach Bagan.	—	—
Day 6	Bagan, Myanmar Optional Hot-Air Balloon Flight — Between 01 October and 31 March, take a hot-air balloon flight over the majestic temples of Bagan. Flights last approximately 45 minutes and must be purchased prior to your cruise to guarantee availability. Freechoice: Venture to Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's nats or nature spirits. Alternatively, explore the markets at Nyaung U before either exploring the Temple Circuit, or enjoying a visit to Old Bagan. Afterwards, visit the most iconic sight of this hypnotic region, the impressive Ananda Temple. Enrich: Be treated to a special occasion arranged especially for Scenic guests where you will be able to partake in a magical tradition of the Burmese people.	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 7	Salay, Myanmar Enrich: Rise early to attend and partake in morning alms for the local monks. Travel by horse and cart through a local village then through the surrounding plain and its temple ruins before learning all about the production of Burmese lacquerware, a Bagan specialty. Later continue cruising downstream to Salay. On your walking tour of the town, explore Paya Thonzu—a small trio of brick shrines, admire Youqson Kyaung—a beautiful teak monastery, and look inside the largest lacquer Buddha image in Myanmar. Enrich: From the riverfront, soak up the ambience of the river and the colonial feel of the town while enjoying traditional local Burmese tea and snacks in a restored colonial villa dating from 1906.	—	—
Day 8	Magwe, Myanmar Enjoy the morning sailing to Magwe, where in the cool of the afternoon you will experience a tour of the town by trishaw. Take in the views from Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a mesmerising architectural vision set on Naguttama Hill.	—	—
Day 9	Thayetmyo, Myanmar An afternoon of exploration awaits in Thayetmyo, which once marked the border between Royal and British Burma. In this quaint port town you can try your hand at putting on a green at the oldest golf course in Myanmar, admire the region's old colonial buildings and explore the local market before returning to the ship.	—	—
Day 10	Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 10	Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 10	Prome, Myanmar Berth in Pyay later this morning. In the afternoon explore Sri Ksetra, one of the ancient Pyu Kingdoms that flourished between 200 BC and 900 AD and became Myanmar's first World Heritage-listed Site in 2014. Then visit to Shwesandaw Pagoda, which contains a series of five terraces. Later, enjoy a special dinner and farewell from Aura's crew.	—	—
Day 11	Prome, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 11	Land Tour: Taukkyan War Cemetery, Taukkyan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Disembark with a picnic lunch and drive to Yangon. Just outside of Yangon's city limits, stop in Taukkyan to visit the Allied War Cemetery. Continue onto Yangon airport where your adventure ends later this afternoon. Please book flights to depart after 6 pm.	—	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track SEP 14 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$5,895 $590/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track OCT 24 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$6,915 $692/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track NOV 13 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$7,015 $702/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track JAN 12 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Call for Pricing		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track FEB 21 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$6,095 $610/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!

13-night Secrets of Irrawaddy Cruise and Tour Cruise
	Irrawaddy Explorer (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Mandalay, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar Welcome to Mandalay, the last royal capital of Myanmar. You will be met by an Emerald Waterways representative and transferred to your hotel (please arrive by 2 pm). Head to the top of Mandalay Hill as the sun begins to set to enjoy magnificent views of the city and Irrawaddy River from the highest vantage point in the area. This evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at your hotel. Two-Night Stay: Mandalay	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar Enjoy a day to explore Mandalay. Your tour director is on hand to help plan your day. Discover More: Mandalay Jade Market or Morning in Mandalay tour (additional cost).	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise starts	—	—
Day 3	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Mandalay, Myanmar This morning enjoy a tour of Mandalay before boarding your luxury Irrawaddy river cruise ship, the RV Irrawaddy Explorer. After lunch onboard, travel by coach to the Burmese capital of Amarapura to visit marble and silk workshops and the U Bein Bridge, believed to the world's longest and oldest teakwood bridge before boarding a traditional sampan for a leisurely cruise of the lake to enjoy sunset views. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception and dinner onboard. EmeraldPLUS: After dinner, enjoy a traditional Myanmar dance performance. Nine-Night Stay: RV Irrawaddy Explorer	—	—
Day 4	Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Ava, Myanmar Cruise to Mingun and join a walking tour to discover the stories behind the massive unfinished brick pagoda built at the end of the 18th century for King Bodawpaya. Continue to the Mingun Bell, the heaviest working bell in the world until 2000. Enjoy time at leisure to explore the local market. This afternoon explore the former capital of the Ava Kingdom by horse cart and discover the 200-year-old teak Bagaya Monastery dating back to 1593 and the impressive Mei Nu Oak Kyaung brick monastery. Return to the ship for dinner and enjoy a traditional cultural performance onboard.	—	—
Day 5	Myinmu, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Monywa, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Thanboddhay Pagoda, Monywa, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Myinmu, Myanmar This morning board your coach to discover Monywa and the Hpowindaung caves and explore the sandstone grottoes decorated with spectacular mural paintings and hundreds of Buddha statues inside dating back to the 14th century. Journey to the Thanboddhay Pagoda, one of the most intricately decorated temples in the country housing almost 600,000 Buddhas before returning to the ship late this afternoon.	—	—
Day 6	Yandabo, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	Hnaw Kone, Myanmar Arrive at the pottery village of Yandabo where, on 24 February 1826, the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Stroll through the village and witness the craftsmen hone their skills and observe the unusual way of firing the pottery. Return to the ship and enjoy a leisurely cruise to the village of Hnaw Kone, a typical rural river village and see the handicraft of bamboo cane basket-weaving. EmeraldPLUS: Visit a local school and meet the children and schoolmaster for an insight into life along the Irrawaddy.	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar This morning admire one of the most incredible areas of Myanmar: Bagan, one of South East Asia's most significant and richest archaeological sites. EmeraldPLUS: Climb aboard traditional ceremonial oxcarts for a short ride to the massive Htilominlo, boasting the finest plaster carvings. Continue on to the Ananda Pagoda, one of the most important temples in Bagan, whose bases and terraces are decorated with 554 glazed tiles showing scenes and life stories of the Buddha. Bagan is also famous as the centre of Myanmar's thriving lacquerware industry and you will discover more about this traditional handicraft during a visit to a workshop. This afternoon, view the sunset atop the most significant temple in the area, Shwesandaw, and take in the grandeur of Bagan below.	—	—
Day 8	Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 8	Tant Kyi, Myanmar Take in the fresh produce, meats, spices, woodcarvings, and local handicrafts at Bagan's largest open market. Visit the gilded Shwezigon Pagoda, an important religious site dating back to the reign of King Anawrahta, founder of the Bagan Empire. Enjoy lunch onboard while sailing to the village of Tan Kyi. Journey to Tan Kyi Mountain and admire the panoramic views of the Bagan plain across the Irrawaddy. Discover More: Hot Air Balloon Flight over the temples of Bagan (additional cost).	—	—
Day 9	Salay, Myanmar Cruise to Salay, a small village founded in the 13th century. Visit the beautiful teak Yoke Sone Kyaung monastery, designed as a copy of the Crown Prince House of Mandalay with exterior sides carved with details of court life and stories of the Buddha's past life. Later see Man Pagoda with the largest lacquer Buddha image in Myanmar. Return to the ship with a stroll past some of Salay's many beautiful colonial buildings.	—	—
Day 10	Magwe, Myanmar	—	—
Day 10	Minhla, Myanmar This morning venture into the district capital city of Magwe aboard trishaws for a ride through the city to the local market. Enjoy time to explore the market before visiting Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a beautifully gilded stupa set atop Naguttama Hill offering views of the river and surrounding area. Enjoy a walking tour of the fortress of Minhla, built by Italian architects to repel the British during the third Anglo-Burmese War in 1855. Return to the ship for an afternoon of scenic cruising.	—	—
Day 11	Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Prome, Myanmar Relax onboard this morning as we sail towards Prome, known as Pyay to the locals, an important trading post for goods travelling between northern and southern Myanmar. This afternoon journey to Thayekhittaya, one of the ancient Pyu Kingdoms that flourished between the 5th and 9th centuries. Visit the Sri Ksetra Museum, bursting with maps, artifacts, Hindu deities, and Buddha images from as far back as the 6th century. Later, visit the impressive Shwesandaw Pagoda complex, one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage sites of Myanmar. Return to the ship for a farewell dinner.	—	—
Day 12	Prome, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 12	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Enjoy breakfast onboard before disembarkation this morning. Board a coach and journey south to the city of Yangon. This evening, enjoy dinner in a local restaurant. Two-Night Stay: Yangon	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar After breakfast, set off for a day of living like a local in Yangon. EmeraldPLUS: Board the slow-moving Circular Train for a taste of local life before visiting a local market, home to colourful stalls, friendly shopkeepers, and busy shoppers purchasing their daily essentials. Visit the vibrant Chinatown area to witness noodle and rice paper making. Following your included lunch, visit the Kandawgyi Park and see the glittering Karaweik barge, a replica of the royal barge with views across the vast lake. Finish your day at the Shwedagon Pagoda, the most revered Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Marvel at the breath-taking views of the golden stupa, some 99 metres tall and surrounded by 64 smaller stupas. Your evening is at leisure.	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Transfer to the airport for your onward or homebound flight. Please note: The Irrawaddy River is subject to extreme variations in water levels. Every effort is made to provide the routing and inclusions stated, however, depending on water levels prevalent at the time of sailing, this itinerary may be amended.	—	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track FEB 27 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$6,295 $484/Night		Select
Untrack Track MAR 17 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available		Select
Untrack Track SEP 24 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available		Select
Untrack Track OCT 30 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available		Select

10-night Luxury Irrawaddy Cruise
	Scenic Aura (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Yangon, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 1	Land Tour: Taukkyan War Cemetery, Taukkyan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 1	Prome, Myanmar Begin your Myanmar adventure in Yangon. Meet your Scenic tour director and fellow travellers in the foyer of the Sule Shangri-La at 7 am. Board your bus and drive to Pyay via Taukkyan to visit the Allied War Cemetery and stop for a picnic lunch. Upon arrival in Pyay board the luxurious Scenic Aura, relax, and raise a toast to the journey ahead. Please book flight to arrive by 6 am.	—	—
Day 2	Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 2	Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 2	Prome, Myanmar Admire the view over Pyay with a visit to the Shwesandaw Pagoda before heading to Sri Ksetra, the ancient Pyu Kingdom's capital and also Myanmar's first World Heritage-listed Site. Return to the ship to commence your cruise north into the heart of Myanmar.	—	—
Day 3	Thayetmyo, Myanmar A morning of exploration awaits in Thayetmyo. Try your hand at putting on the oldest golf course in Myanmar, admire the region's old colonial buildings, and explore the gems at the local market before returning to the ship to continue to Magwe.	—	—
Day 4	Magwe, Myanmar In Magwe, explore the town by traditional trishaw, similar to a sidecar. Visit Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a mesmerising architectural vision set on Naguttama Hill with superb views over the river. Enjoy the remainder of the day cruising to Salay.	—	—
Day 5	Salay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Bagan, Myanmar On your morning walking tour of Salay admire the beautiful teak monastery and look inside the largest lacquer Buddha in Myanmar. Enrich: Soak up the ambience of the river and the colonial feel of the town while enjoying traditional local Burmese tea and snacks in a restored colonial villa dating from 1906. Relax on the sundeck with a cocktail in hand viewing the many temples and pagodas that line the river as you approach Bagan.	—	—
Day 6	Bagan, Myanmar Optional Hot-Air Balloon Flight — Between 01 October and 31 March, take a chance to ride in a hot-air balloon flight over the majestic temples of Bagan. Must be purchased prior to your cruise. Freechoice: Venture to Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's nats or nature spirits. Alternatively, explore the markets at Nyaung U before discovering the Temple Circuit, or enjoying a visit to Old Bagan. Afterwards, visit the most iconic sight of this hypnotic region, the Ananda Temple. Enrich: This evening, be treated to a special occasion arranged especially for Scenic guests where you will be able to partake in a magical tradition of the Burmese people.	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 7	Pakokku, Myanmar Enrich: Rise early to attend morning alms for the local monks. Back onboard try mohinga, a traditional breakfast of the local people. Travel by horse and cart through a local village then through the surrounding plain and its temple ruins before learning all about the production of Burmese lacquerware. Depart Bagan and stop off at the Pakokku to visit a cheroot cigar workshop and longyi and blanket factory before continuing to Yandabo.	—	—
Day 8	Yandabo, Myanmar Sail to Yandabo where in 1826, the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Now famous for its pottery, stroll through the village and witness the artisans honing their craft.	—	—
Day 9	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	Ava, Myanmar In the ancient capitals of Sagaing and Inwa, spiritual enlightenment awaits. Enrich: In the ancient capital of Sagaing interact with novice monks, nuns, and orphans during a special visit to a monastic supported school before continuing to a quiet nunnery where you will partake in the ritual and our donation to the resident nuns before their midday meal. Across the river, explore by horse and cart the sites within the ruins of Inwa's palace, for more than 400 years the capital of the Ava Kingdom.	—	—
Day 10	Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 10	Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 10	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 10	Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise to Mingun to discover the stories behind a massive unfinished brick pagoda. Nearby, admire the famous un-cracked Mingun Bell and the all-white Hsinbyume Pagoda. Sail to Mandalay to visit Amarapura. Sundowners: In Amarapura, relax with evening drinks in boats under U Bein Bridge, the world's longest teak bridge, to capture that memorable photo of the bridge's silhouette at sunset. Back onboard enjoy Scenic Aura's crew special farewell.	—	—
Day 11	Mandalay, Myanmar After disembarkation, marvel at the intricate artistry of Shwenandaw, a beautiful wooden monastery covered internally in gold leaf. Equally as impressive are the sights at Kuthodaw Pagoda, where the "World's Largest Book" is housed. After lunch continue onto the Mandalay Hill Resort where your adventure ends or drive to the airport to catch your homebound flight. Flights must depart Mandalay after 4 pm if you wish to attend all touring.	—	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track AUG 15 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Call for Pricing		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track SEP 4 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$5,895 $590/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track SEP 24 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$5,895 $590/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track OCT 14 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$6,915 $692/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track NOV 3 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$10,295 $1,030/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!

13-night Mystical Irrawaddy Cruise
	Scenic Aura (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Mandalay, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar Welcome to Mandalay for an overnight stay. Meet your Scenic tour director and fellow guests at your welcome dinner and briefing. Please book flights to arrive by 4:30 pm.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 2	Mandalay, Myanmar Marvel at Shwenandaw, a beautiful wooden monastery covered internally in gold leaf. Equally as impressive are the sights at Kuthodaw Pagoda, where the "World's Largest Book" is housed. Later walk through the rebuilt Mandalay Palace, destroyed during World War II. Enrich: Learn how to produce gold leaf at a local workshop. At Mahamuni Pagoda, male guests may place the gold leaf on the iconic Buddha statue. Board Scenic Aura and enjoy tonight's welcome reception while cruising to Mingun.	—	—
Day 3	Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Mandalay, Myanmar In Mingun discover the stories behind a massive unfinished brick pagoda. Nearby, admire the un-cracked Mingun Bell and the stunning all-white Hsinbyume Pagoda. Sundowners: In Amarapura, relax with evening drinks in boats under U Bein Bridge, the world's longest teak bridge, to capture that memorable photo of the bridge's silhouette at sunset.	—	—
Day 4	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Ava, Myanmar Enrich: In the ancient capital of Sagaing interact with novice monks, nuns, and orphans during a special visit to a monastic supported school before continuing to a quiet nunnery where you will partake in the ritual and our donation to the resident nuns before their midday meal. Across the river, explore by horse and cart the sites within the ruins of Inwa's palace, for more than 400 years the capital of the Ava Kingdom.	—	—
Day 5	Myinmu, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Monywa, Myanmar	—	—
Day 5	Myinmu, Myanmar Sail to Myinmu and drive across the countryside through Monywa to explore the sandstone grottoes decorated with spectacular mural paintings and hundreds of Buddha statues inside niches. Return to the ship and continue your cruise to Yandabo.	—	—
Day 6	Yandabo, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	Pakokku, Myanmar Arrive in Yandabo where in 1826 the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Now famous for its pottery, stroll through the village and witness the artisans honing their craft and observe their unusual way of firing the pottery. Further downstream, stop at Pakokku to visit a cheroot cigar workshop and longyi and blanket factory. Then relax on the sundeck with a cocktail in hand as you approach Bagan.	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar Optional Hot-Air Balloon Flight — Between 01 October and 31 March, take a hot-air balloon flight over the majestic temples of Bagan. Flights last approximately 45 minutes and must be purchased prior to your cruise to guarantee availability. Freechoice: Venture to Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's nats or nature spirits. Alternatively, explore the markets at Nyaung U before either exploring the Temple Circuit, or enjoying a visit to Old Bagan. Afterwards, visit the most iconic sight of this hypnotic region, the impressive Ananda Temple. Enrich: Be treated to a special occasion arranged especially for Scenic guests where you will be able to partake in a magical tradition of the Burmese people.	—	—
Day 8	Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 8	Salay, Myanmar Enrich: Rise early to attend and partake in morning alms for the local monks. Travel by horse and cart through a local village then through the surrounding plain and its temple ruins before learning all about the production of Burmese lacquerware, a Bagan specialty. Later continue cruising downstream to Salay. On your walking tour of the town, explore Paya Thonzu—a small trio of brick shrines, admire Youqson Kyaung—a beautiful teak monastery, and look inside the largest lacquer Buddha image in Myanmar. Enrich: From the riverfront, soak up the ambience of the river and the colonial feel of the town while enjoying traditional local Burmese tea and snacks in a restored colonial villa dating from 1906.	—	—
Day 9	Magwe, Myanmar Enjoy the morning sailing to Magwe, where in the cool of the afternoon you will experience a tour of the town by trishaw. Take in the views from Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a mesmerising architectural vision set on Naguttama Hill.	—	—
Day 10	Thayetmyo, Myanmar An afternoon of exploration awaits in Thayetmyo, which once marked the border between Royal and British Burma. In this quaint port town you can try your hand at putting on a green at the oldest golf course in Myanmar, admire the region's old colonial buildings and explore the local market before returning to the ship.	—	—
Day 11	Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Prome, Myanmar Berth in Pyay later this morning. In the afternoon explore Sri Ksetra, one of the ancient Pyu Kingdoms that flourished between 200 BC and 900 AD and became Myanmar's first World Heritage-listed Site in 2014. Then visit to Shwesandaw Pagoda, which contains a series of five terraces. Later, enjoy a special dinner and farewell from Aura's crew.	—	—
Day 12	Prome, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 12	Land Tour: Taukkyan War Cemetery, Taukkyan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Disembark with a picnic lunch and drive to Yangon. Stop in Taukkyan to visit the Allied War Cemetery then continue to Yangon to enjoy your Special Stay.	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Freechoice: Embark on a ride on the local train around Yangon's suburbs. Alternatively, be guided on a tour of Yangon's thriving art scene, or ride a ferry across the Yangon River to Dala village. Visit Chaukhtatgyi Paya, Yangon's reclining Buddha. Enrich: As the sun sets, wander around Shwedagon Pagoda and learn about the ritual of oil lamp lighting before partaking in this local tradition. Enjoy tonight's farewell dinner at the colonial Strand Hotel.	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Say 'Thaw dau mal' to Myanmar.	—	—

Date	Interior	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
Untrack Track SEP 13 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$7,695 $592/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track OCT 23 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$8,715 $670/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track NOV 12 2018	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$8,815 $678/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track JAN 11 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	Call for Pricing		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!
Untrack Track FEB 20 2019	Not Available	Not Available	Not Available	$7,895 $607/Night		Select
Inclusive amenities for all guests!

13-night Mystical Irrawaddy Cruise
	Scenic Aura (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Yangon, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Welcome to Myanmar and settle into hotel for a two-night Special Stay. Meet your Scenic tour director and fellow guests at your welcome dinner at the iconic colonial Strand Hotel. Please book flights to arrive by 4:30 pm.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Freechoice: Embark for a ride on the local train around Yangon's suburbs. Alternatively, be guided on a tour of Yangon's thriving art scene, or ride a ferry across the Yangon River to Dala village. Visit Chaukhtatgyi Paya, Yangon's reclining Buddha. Enrich: As the sun begins to set, wander through Shwedagon Pagoda and learn about the ritual of 'oil lamp lighting' before partaking in this local tradition. This evening enjoy the included facilities of your executive club access.	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Taukkyan War Cemetery, Taukkyan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Prome, Myanmar On your drive to Pyay, pay your respects at Taukkyan Allied War Cemetery. On arrival, you'll board the luxurious Scenic Aura and relax at the welcome cocktail reception.	—	—
Day 4	Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Prome, Myanmar Admire the view over Pyay with a visit to the Shwesandaw Pagoda before heading to Sri Ksetra, the ancient Pyu Kingdom's capital and also Myanmar's first World Heritage-listed Site. Return to the ship to commence your cruise north into the heart of Myanmar.	—	—
Day 5	Thayetmyo, Myanmar A morning of exploration awaits in Thayetmyo. Try your hand at putting on the oldest golf course in Myanmar, admire the region's old colonial buildings, and explore the gems at the local market before returning to the ship to continue to Magwe.	—	—
Day 6	Magwe, Myanmar In Magwe, explore the town by traditional trishaw, similar to a sidecar. Visit Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a mesmerising architectural vision set on Naguttama Hill with superb views over the river. Enjoy the remainder of the day cruising to Salay.	—	—
Day 7	Salay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar On your morning walking tour of Salay admire the beautiful teak monastery and look inside the largest lacquer Buddha in Myanmar. Enrich: Soak up the ambience of the river and the colonial feel of the town while enjoying traditional local Burmese tea and snacks in a restored colonial villa dating from 1906. Relax on the sundeck with a cocktail in hand viewing the many temples and pagodas that line the river as you approach Bagan.	—	—
Day 8	Bagan, Myanmar Optional Hot-Air Balloon Flight — Between 01 October and 31 March, take a chance to ride in a hot-air balloon flight over the majestic temples of Bagan. Must be purchased prior to your cruise. Freechoice: Venture to Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's nats or nature spirits. Alternatively, explore the markets at Nyaung U before discovering the Temple Circuit, or enjoying a visit to Old Bagan. Afterwards, visit the most iconic sight of this hypnotic region, the Ananda Temple. Enrich: This evening, be treated to a special occasion arranged especially for Scenic guests where you will be able to partake in a magical tradition of the Burmese people.	—	—
Day 9	Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	Pakokku, Myanmar Enrich: Rise early to attend morning alms for the local monks. Back onboard try mohinga, a traditional breakfast of the local people. Travel by horse and cart through a local village then through the surrounding plain and its temple ruins before learning all about the production of Burmese lacquerware. Depart Bagan and stop off at the Pakokku to visit a cheroot cigar workshop and longyi and blanket factory before continuing to Yandabo.	—	—
Day 10	Yandabo, Myanmar Sail to Yandabo where in 1826, the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Now famous for its pottery, stroll through the village and witness the artisans honing their craft.	—	—
Day 11	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Ava, Myanmar In the ancient capitals of Sagaing and Inwa, spiritual enlightenment awaits. Enrich: In the ancient capital of Sagaing interact with novice monks, nuns, and orphans during a special visit to a monastic supported school before continuing to a quiet nunnery where you will partake in the ritual and our donation to the resident nuns before their midday meal. Across the river, explore by horse and cart the sites within the ruins of Inwa's palace, for more than 400 years the capital of the Ava Kingdom.	—	—
Day 12	Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise to Mingun to discover the stories behind a massive unfinished brick pagoda. Nearby, admire the famous un-cracked Mingun Bell and the all-white Hsinbyume Pagoda. Sail to Mandalay to visit Amarapura. Sundowners: In Amarapura, relax with evening drinks in boats under U Bein Bridge, the world's longest teak bridge, to capture that memorable photo of the bridge's silhouette at sunset. Back onboard enjoy Scenic Aura's crew special farewell.	—	—
Day 13	Mandalay, Myanmar After disembarkation, admire the intricate artistry of Shwenandaw, a beautiful wooden monastery covered internally in gold leaf. Equally impressive are the sights at Kuthodaw Pagoda, home to the "World's Largest Book". Later walk through the rebuilt Mandalay Palace, destroyed during World War II. Enrich: Learn how to produce gold leaf at a local workshop. At Mahamuni Pagoda, male guests will be able to place the gold leaf on the iconic Buddha statue. Later as the sun sets, head to the top of Mandalay Hill to enjoy magnificent views of the surrounding countryside before your farewell dinner and a night at Mandalay.	—	—
Day 14	Mandalay, Myanmar After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your journey home.	—	—

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17-night Mystical Myanmar Cruise
	Scenic Aura (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Yangon, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Welcome to Myanmar and settle into hotel for a two-night Special Stay. Meet your Scenic tour director and fellow guests at your welcome dinner at the iconic colonial Strand Hotel. Please book flights to arrive by 4:30 pm.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Freechoice: Embark for a ride on the local train around Yangon's suburbs. Alternatively, be guided on a tour of Yangon's thriving art scene, or ride a ferry across the Yangon River to Dala village. Visit Chaukhtatgyi Paya, Yangon's reclining Buddha. Enrich: As the sun begins to set, wander through Shwedagon Pagoda and learn about the ritual of 'oil lamp lighting' before partaking in this local tradition. This evening enjoy the included facilities of your executive club access.	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Taukkyan War Cemetery, Taukkyan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Prome, Myanmar On your drive to Pyay, pay your respects at Taukkyan Allied War Cemetery before arriving at the luxurious Scenic Aura. Settle in and relax at the welcome cocktail reception.	—	—
Day 4	Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 4	Prome, Myanmar Admire the view over Pyay with a visit to the Shwesandaw Pagoda before heading to Sri Ksetra, the ancient Pyu Kingdom's capital and also Myanmar's first World Heritage-listed Site. Return to the ship to commence your cruise north into the heart of Myanmar.	—	—
Day 5	Thayetmyo, Myanmar A morning of exploration awaits in Thayetmyo. Try your hand at putting on the oldest golf course in Myanmar, admire the region's old colonial buildings, and explore the gems at the local market before returning to the ship to continue to Magwe.	—	—
Day 6	Magwe, Myanmar In Magwe, explore the town by traditional trishaw, similar to a sidecar. Visit Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a mesmerising architectural vision set on Naguttama Hill with superb views over the river. Enjoy the remainder of the day cruising to Salay.	—	—
Day 7	Salay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar On your morning walking tour of Salay admire the beautiful teak monastery and look inside the largest lacquer Buddha in Myanmar. Enrich: Soak up the ambience of the river and the colonial feel of the town while enjoying traditional local Burmese tea and snacks in a restored colonial villa dating from 1906. Relax on the sundeck with a cocktail in hand viewing the many temples and pagodas that line the river as you approach Bagan.	—	—
Day 8	Bagan, Myanmar Optional Hot-Air Balloon Flight — Between 01 October and 31 March, take a chance to ride in a hot-air balloon flight over the majestic temples of Bagan. Must be purchased prior to your cruise. Freechoice: Venture to Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's nats or nature spirits. Alternatively, explore the markets at Nyaung U before discovering the Temple Circuit, or enjoying a visit to Old Bagan. Afterwards, visit the most iconic sight of this hypnotic region, the Ananda Temple. Enrich: This evening, be treated to a special occasion arranged especially for Scenic guests where you will be able to partake in a magical tradition of the Burmese people.	—	—
Day 9	Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	Pakokku, Myanmar Enrich: Rise early to attend morning alms for the local monks. Back onboard try mohinga, a traditional breakfast of the local people. Travel by horse and cart through a local village then through the surrounding plain and its temple ruins before learning all about the production of Burmese lacquerware. Depart Bagan and stop off at the Pakokku to visit a cheroot cigar workshop and longyi and blanket factory before continuing to Yandabo.	—	—
Day 10	Yandabo, Myanmar Sail to Yandabo where in 1826, the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Now famous for its pottery, stroll through the village and witness the artisans honing their craft.	—	—
Day 11	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 11	Ava, Myanmar In the ancient capitals of Sagaing and Inwa, spiritual enlightenment awaits. Enrich: In the ancient capital of Sagaing interact with novice monks, nuns, and orphans during a special visit to a monastic supported school before continuing to a quiet nunnery where you will partake in the ritual and our donation to the resident nuns before their midday meal. Across the river, explore by horse and cart the sites within the ruins of Inwa's palace, for more than 400 years the capital of the Ava Kingdom.	—	—
Day 12	Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise to Mingun to discover the stories behind a massive unfinished brick pagoda. Nearby, admire the famous un-cracked Mingun Bell and the all-white Hsinbyume Pagoda. Sail to Mandalay to visit Amarapura. Sundowners: In Amarapura, relax with evening drinks in boats under U Bein Bridge, the world's longest teak bridge, to capture that memorable photo of the bridge's silhouette at sunset. Back onboard enjoy Scenic Aura's crew special farewell.	—	—
Day 13	Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar Marvel at Shwenandaw, a wooden monastery covered internally in gold leaf. Equally impressive is Kuthodaw Pagoda, home to the "World's Largest Book". Later walk through the rebuilt Mandalay Palace, destroyed during World War II. Enrich: Learn how to produce gold leaf at a local workshop. At Mahamuni Pagoda, male guests will be able to place the gold leaf on the iconic Buddha statue. Enjoy sunset views from Mandalay Hill before staying overnight in Mandalay.	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Nyaung Shwe, Myanmar	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Fly to Heho and drive to Nyaung Shwe. After lunch in town, glide across the waters of Inle Lake in private long tail boats towards your resort for a three-night Special Stay. This afternoon relax at your hotel and take in your serene surroundings.	—	—
Day 15	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Cruise to Inle Lake's floating market, which moves location every five days. Later, visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, one of the region's holiest sites. Enrich: Learn about life at home on the lake with a visit to a local Intha family where your host will cook and demonstrate to you on how to prepare your traditional lunch. In the afternoon, traverse a small canal leading to the Pa-Oh village of Indein.	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Pindaya Caves, Pindaya, Myanmar	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Freechoice: Visit Pindaya Caves and try cooking local cuisine, or visit Taunggyi for lunch at Myanmar's oldest winery. Alternatively take a local village trek close by to your hotel. Sundowners: Enjoy some evening drinks, the perfect opportunity to share today's tales of exploration while overlooking the stunning lake.	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Fly to Yangon for lunch at the historical House of Memories Restaurant, once the office of General Aung San. Later check into your hotel for your last night. Savour your farewell dinner at the Le Planteur Restaurant on Inya Lake.	—	—
Day 18	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Say farewell to Myanmar and your South East Asian adventure.	—	—

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30-night Treasures of the Mekong and Mystical Myanmar Cruise
	Scenic Spirit (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Siem Reap, Cambodia Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Siem Reap, Cambodia Arrive at your hotel Siem Reap, your stylish home for a three-night Special Stay. Spend the day at leisure until your welcome briefing and dinner.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Siem Reap, Cambodia	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Angkor Wat, Cambodia	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Angkor Thom, Cambodia	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Ta Prohm, Cambodia	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Siem Reap, Cambodia Begin the day with a visit to the colossal Angkor Wat, before exploring at Angkor Thom and the multi-faced Bayon Temple. See the Terrace of the Elephants before enjoying your refreshing Khmer lunch. Later visit the atmospheric Ta Prohm Temple as seen in the film Tomb Raider. Enrich: Take your Section A reserved seat at the colourful Cambodian Circus, Phare.	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Siem Reap, Cambodia	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Angkor Wat, Cambodia	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Banteay Srey, Cambodia	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Cambodian Landmine Museum, Cambodia	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Siem Reap, Cambodia Enrich: Marvel at sunrise over the magnificent Angkor Wat before moving to a special location for a champagne breakfast with food prepared by an NGO supported local bakery school. Freechoice: Discover the temple of Banteay Srei and visit the Landmine Museum or explore Beng Mealea temples and the Artisans d'Angkor Handicraft Centre. Alternatively, cruise on Tonle Sap (seasonal) to view the floating villages or take a tethered balloon ride (weather dependent) to experience the spectacular aerial view above Angkor Wat. Enrich: Be wowed by a magical themed gala dinner at an Angkor temple, with included free flow drinks and a show featuring Apsara dancers in front of candle lit temple ruins.	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Siem Reap, Cambodia	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Kâmpóng Cham, Cambodia Discover Cambodia's rural countryside on your drive with stops en route to Kampong Cham where the luxurious Scenic Spirit awaits.	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Wat Hanchey, Cambodia	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Kâmpóng Cham, Cambodia	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Phnom Pros, Cambodia	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Wat Nokor, Cambodia	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Kâmpóng Cham, Cambodia Walk (or drive) to the top of Wat Hanchey, an ancient hilltop pagoda and monastery to meet the resident novice monks. Sail downstream to Kampong Cham. Freechoice: Learn about the history of the area with a visit to Phnom Pros (Man Hill) and then Wat Nokor. Alternatively explore the ecotourism village of Cheung Kok or spend your time visiting a rubber plantation factory and beetle nut village.	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Kampong Tralach, Cambodia	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Oudong, Cambodia	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Kampong Tralach, Cambodia	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Koh Chen, Cambodia Arrive in Kampong Tralach and experience an ox cart ride through a local village and fields. Board your coach to the ancient capital of Oudong to visit the impressive pagoda and monastery to observe the lifestyle of the resident monks and nuns. Enrich: Receive a blessing from a monk and learn how to pray in a Buddhist pagoda before partaking in a ceremony, which contributes to the daily meal of the resident nuns and monks. Later sail down Tonle River and wander through the silversmith village of Koh Chen.	—	—
Day 7	Land Tour: Phnom Penh, Cambodia Freechoice: Journey to the Killing Fields and tour Tuol Sleng, or join a hands-on Khmer cooking demonstration. Alternatively, by tuk tuk explore Phnom Penh's colonial buildings and Central Market. Enrich: Immerse yourself in the historically celebrated luxury of the Raffles Hotel Le Royal. Enjoy a guided history tour followed by an indulgent high tea prepared in front of you by the hotel's chefs, all while sipping on your signature cocktail named in honour of Jacqueline Kennedy. Choose to retire to the Elephant Bar for happy hour before returning to the ship viewing the floodlit Independence Monument en route.	—	—
Day 8	Land Tour: Phnom Penh, Cambodia	—	—
Day 8	Land Tour: Tân Châu, Vietnam Marvel at the Royal Palace, with the famous Silver Pagoda within, on your included visit to this must-see attraction. The afternoon is at your leisure to take advantage of the facilities of the most luxurious ship on the Mekong as you set sail for the border. Celebrate arriving in Vietnam with your themed evening dinner.	—	—
Day 9	Land Tour: Tân Châu, Vietnam	—	—
Day 9	Land Tour: Vĩnh Hòa, Vietnam	—	—
Day 9	Land Tour: Tân Châu, Vietnam Freechoice: Visit the farmers on Evergreen Island and enjoy a ride in a xe loi. Alternatively, visit the Tây An temple located at the foot of Sam mountain and visit a family-operated fish farm or visit Tra Su Bird Sanctuary. Whilst sailing to Sa Đéc take the time to sip a cocktail by the pool or enjoy the solitude on your private balcony.	—	—
Day 10	Land Tour: Sa Đéc, Vietnam	—	—
Day 10	Land Tour: Cái Bè, Vietnam Immerse yourself in the historic town of Sa Đéc and explore its lively market. Stop for tea at the home of Mr. Huỳnh Thủy Lê who inspired the novel L'Amant by Marguerite Duras. Freechoice: Visit Cái Bè before stopping at local cottage industries and a traditional house in the area. Alternatively savour afternoon tea at a French colonial house or choose to stay onboard for your special Freechoice activity.	—	—
Day 11	Land Tour: Mỹ Tho, Vietnam Cruise ends	—	—
Day 11	Land Tour: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Drive to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy an orientation tour around the sights near your Special Stay hotel. Spend the remainder of the afternoon at leisure or visit Bến Thành market to indulge in some shopping. Freechoice Dining: Enjoy a Vespa foodie tour of Saigon by night or enjoy a meal in the surroundings of an old French colonial house. Alternatively, dine at Restaurant Nineteen, Square One, or Di Mai Restaurant.	—	—
Day 12	Land Tour: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	—	—
Day 12	Land Tour: Củ Chi Tunnels, Vietnam	—	—
Day 12	Land Tour: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn about the underground labyrinth of war-time passageways. Visit the Reunification Palace and War Museum before attending tonight's farewell dinner.	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Today is a day at leisure as an independent stay.	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Say farewell to Vietnam and fly to Myanmar's largest city, Yangon, for a two-night Special Stay.	—	—
Day 15	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Freechoice: Embark for a ride on the local train around Yangon's suburbs. Alternatively, be guided on a tour of Yangon's thriving art scene, or ride a ferry across the Yangon River to Dala village. Visit Chaukhtatgyi Paya, Yangon's reclining Buddha. Enrich: As the sun begins to set, wander through Shwedagon Pagoda and learn about the ritual of 'oil lamp lighting' before partaking in this local tradition. This evening enjoy the included facilities of your executive club access.	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Taukkyan War Cemetery, Taukkyan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Prome, Myanmar On your drive to Pyay, pay your respect at Taukkyan Allied War Cemetery. On arrival, board the luxurious Scenic Aura and relax at a welcome cocktail reception. (Please note drive from Yangon to Pyay is approximately 7 hours).	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Prome, Myanmar	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Sri Ksetra, Myanmar	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Prome, Myanmar Admire the view over Pyay with a visit to the Shwesandaw Pagoda before heading to Sri Ksetra, the ancient Pyu Kingdom's capital and also Myanmar's first World Heritage-listed Site. Return to the ship to commence your cruise north into the heart of Myanmar.	—	—
Day 18	Land Tour: Thayetmyo, Myanmar A morning of exploration awaits in Thayetmyo. Try your hand at putting on the oldest golf course in Myanmar, admire the region's old colonial buildings, and explore the gems at the local market before returning to the ship to continue to Magwe.	—	—
Day 19	Land Tour: Magwe, Myanmar In Magwe, explore the town by traditional trishaw, similar to a sidecar. Visit Mya Tha Lun Pagoda, a mesmerising architectural vision set on Naguttama Hill with superb views over the river. Enjoy the remainder of the day cruising to Salay.	—	—
Day 20	Land Tour: Salay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 20	Land Tour: Bagan, Myanmar On your morning walking tour of Salay admire the beautiful teak monastery and look inside the largest lacquer Buddha in Myanmar. Enrich: Soak up the ambience of the river and the colonial feel of the town while enjoying traditional local Burmese tea and snacks in a restored colonial villa dating from 1906. Relax on the sundeck with a cocktail in hand viewing the many temples and pagodas that line the river as you approach Bagan.	—	—
Day 21	Land Tour: Bagan, Myanmar Optional Hot-Air Balloon Flight — Between 01 October and 31 March, take a chance to ride in a hot-air balloon flight over the majestic temples of Bagan. Must be purchased prior to your cruise. Freechoice: Venture to Mount Popa, home to Myanmar's nats or nature spirits. Alternatively, explore the markets at Nyaung U before discovering the Temple Circuit, or enjoying a visit to Old Bagan. Afterwards, visit the most iconic sight of this hypnotic region, the Ananda Temple. Enrich: This evening, be treated to a special occasion arranged especially for Scenic guests where you will be able to partake in a magical tradition of the Burmese people.	—	—
Day 22	Land Tour: Bagan, Myanmar	—	—
Day 22	Land Tour: Pakokku, Myanmar Enrich: Rise early to attend morning alms for the local monks. Back onboard try mohinga, a traditional breakfast of the local people. Travel by horse and cart through a local village then through the surrounding plain and its temple ruins before learning all about the production of Burmese lacquerware. Depart Bagan and stop off at the Pakokku to visit a cheroot cigar workshop and longyi and blanket factory before continuing to Yandabo.	—	—
Day 23	Land Tour: Yandabo, Myanmar Sail to Yandabo where in 1826, the peace treaty ending the First Anglo-Burmese War was signed. Now famous for its pottery, stroll through the village and witness the artisans honing their craft.	—	—
Day 24	Land Tour: Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 24	Land Tour: Ava, Myanmar In the ancient capitals of Sagaing and Inwa, spiritual enlightenment awaits. Enrich: In the ancient capital of Sagaing interact with novice monks, nuns, and orphans during a special visit to a monastic supported school before continuing to a quiet nunnery where you will partake in the ritual and our donation to the resident nuns before their midday meal. Across the river, explore by horse and cart the sites within the ruins of Inwa's palace, for more than 400 years the capital of the Ava Kingdom.	—	—
Day 25	Land Tour: Mingun, Myanmar	—	—
Day 25	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 25	Land Tour: U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 25	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise to Mingun to discover the stories behind a massive unfinished brick pagoda. Nearby, admire the famous un-cracked Mingun Bell and the all-white Hsinbyume Pagoda. Sail to Mandalay to visit Amarapura. Sundowners: In Amarapura, relax with evening drinks in boats under U Bein Bridge, the world's longest teak bridge, to capture that memorable photo of the bridge's silhouette at sunset. Back onboard enjoy Scenic Aura's crew special farewell.	—	—
Day 26	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 26	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar After disembarkation, marvel at Shwenandaw, a beautiful wooden monastery covered internally in gold leaf. Equally as impressive are the sights at Kuthodaw Pagoda, where the "World's Largest Book" is housed. Later walk through the rebuilt Mandalay Palace, destroyed during World War II. Enrich: A specialist industry to the area, learn how to produce gold leaf at a local workshop. At Mahamuni Pagoda, male guests will be able to place the gold leaf on the iconic Buddha statue. Later as the sun sets, head to Mandalay Hill to enjoy the magnificent views before a night at Mandalay.	—	—
Day 27	Land Tour: Mandalay, Myanmar	—	—
Day 27	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 27	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 27	Land Tour: Nyaung Shwe, Myanmar	—	—
Day 27	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Fly to Heho and drive to Nyaung Shwe. After lunch in town, glide across the waters of Inle Lake in private long tail boats towards your resort for a three-night Special Stay. This afternoon relax at your hotel and take in your serene surroundings.	—	—
Day 28	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Cruise to Inle Lake's floating market, which moves location every five days. Later, visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, one of the region's holiest sites. Enrich: Learn about life at home on the lake with a visit to a local Intha family where your host will cook and demonstrate to you on how to prepare your traditional lunch. In the afternoon, traverse a small canal leading to the Pa-Oh village of Indein.	—	—
Day 29	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar	—	—
Day 29	Land Tour: Pindaya Caves, Pindaya, Myanmar	—	—
Day 29	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Freechoice: Visit Pindaya Caves and try cooking local cuisine, or visit Taunggyi for lunch at Myanmar's oldest winery. Alternatively take a local village trek close by to your hotel. Sundowners: Enjoy some evening drinks, the perfect opportunity to share today's tales of exploration while overlooking the stunning lake.	—	—
Day 30	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar	—	—
Day 30	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 30	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 30	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Fly to Yangon for lunch at the historical House of Memories Restaurant, once the office of General Aung San. Later check into your hotel for your last night. Savour your farewell dinner at the Le Planteur Restaurant on Inya Lake.	—	—
Day 31	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Say farewell to Myanmar and your South East Asian adventure.	—	—

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18-night Spirit of Myanmar and the Untouched Upper Irrawaddy w...
	Avalon Myanmar (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Bangkok, Thailand Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand Welcome to Bangkok! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand This morning your sightseeing begins with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok's canals, to see family homes, temples, and the way of life that give this city the nickname "Venice of the East". Stop at the stunning Grand Palace, featuring the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Also visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (Breakfast, Lunch)	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand Enjoy a full day at your leisure. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Today, fly to Yangon. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar This morning, take a walking tour of the city's famous and historic landmarks, including the High Court, City Hall, Central Railway Station, and Sule Pagoda, built during the time of Buddha. Stop along the way at a local tea shop for a cup of tea/coffee with the locals. After lunch, visit Chaukhtatgyi to see the massive reclining Buddha measuring in at 213 feet. Afterward, continue to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most important religious site in the country and a national symbol. Here, a truly enchanting scene unfolds as the sun sets on the golden stupa and locals come to pay their respects. Tonight, your welcome dinner is in one of Yangon's best restaurants. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 6	Bagan, Myanmar Late this morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagan. Upon arrival, transfer to the port and board the Avalon Myanmar to begin your cruise up the Irrawaddy. Get acquainted with the ship before your welcome reception this evening. After dinner, a traditional puppet show will be presented in one of the lounges. (Breakfast, Dinner)	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar Today, explore Bagan, capital of Myanmar from the 9th to the 13th centuries. It is estimated that during this time over 13,000 temples, monasteries, and pagodas were built in the plains surrounding the city—an area of about 40 square miles. Many of these structures have been lost over time, but around 2,300 still stand today, making this one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. Early risers can visit one of the temples with a local guide to witness sunrise. After breakfast, your morning excursion starts with a visit to a local market selling handicrafts, fabrics, and longyis—a versatile sheet of cloth worn around the waist by most local men and women. Then, stop at the ornate Shwezigon Pagoda, one of the country's most important shrines. You will also visit a lacquer workshop to learn more about this ancient craft. After lunch, your sightseeing centers on the Bagan Archaeological Zone. Highlights include Ananda, considered by many to be the most beautiful temple, and Dhammayangyi, the best preserved monument left standing. Also stop to see the exquisite and well preserved fresco paintings at Sulamani. Your day ends with an ox cart ride to a temple, where you will ascend to the top as the sun sets. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 8	Shwe Pyi Thar, Myanmar This morning, take a walking tour through Shwe Pyi Thar, a typical village along the Irrawaddy. Here you will visit a farmer's home to learn more about daily life and see the locals making palm candy, a sweet and smoky candy, from the sap of the toddy palm. To harvest the sap a climber scales the toddy palm and hangs an earthen pot under a slit he cuts in the tree. The sap is then cooked in an iron pan over an open wood fire until it thickens and can be formed into small pieces by hand. This afternoon, enjoy time onboard the ship as we sail north for Mandalay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 9	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	Sagaing, Myanmar Relax this morning and take in the sights from one of the ship's lounges or your suite. In the afternoon, visit Sagaing, an important religious site with countless pagodas dotting the surrounding hillsides. Here, stop to see Kaunghmudaw Pagoda with its golden egg-shaped dome—unique among more traditional pagodas in Myanmar. Next, on to a silversmith workshop to learn how the local artisans turn silver into beautiful works of art. Lastly, explore Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda at the top of Sagaing Hill for stunning views of the Irrawaddy and across to Mandalay. Cross the Ava Bridge to Amarapura, former capital of Myanmar. Your visit focuses on the famous U Bein Bridge, a three-quarter-mile-long bridge built in 1783 from reclaimed teakwood from the old royal palace in Inwa. The bridge is still a cornerstone of the community as locals and monks use it daily to cross Taungthaman Lake while fishermen and farmers go about their daily work below. Take a sampan ride on the lake for memorable views of the sunset behind the iconic bridge. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 10	Mandalay, Myanmar This morning, visit a tapestry and woodcarving workshop to learn more about these cottage industries and see the skilled artisans at work. Then, stop at a gold leaf workshop to see how it is made. Lastly, visit Mahamuni Pagoda, the most revered shrine in Mandalay, to see its impressive gold-leaf Buddha. Due to the continual application of gold leaves, officials estimate the gold is approximately six inches thick. This afternoon, visit Kuthodaw Pagoda and Shwenandaw Monastery, the only remnant of former King Mindon's "Golden City" to survive the bombing of World War II. Originally the king's living quarters, the building was moved after his death to its current location and converted into a monastery. Today, the original gilding has faded, but the intricate wood carvings endure, giving you a sense of how extravagant the original teak palace complex was. This evening, enjoy a traditional dance performance featuring local song and dance. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 11	Kyaukmyaung, Myanmar Today, take a walking tour through the captivating pottery-making village of Kyauk Myaung. Here you will learn more about the pot-making process and see how they are formed, fired, and glazed. Most interesting is the eye-catching 50-gallon variety, often referred to as Martaban or Ali Baba jars in colonial times. These pots could transport large quantities of liquor, fish sauce, peanut oil, and more, and have played an important part of maritime trade throughout Asia for centuries. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 12	Kya Hnyat, Myanmar This morning, visit the village of Kya Hnyat with its many Buddhist monasteries. Here you will interact with the monks at a local monastery. Each morning they don their distinctive saffron-colored robes and walk through the streets to collect alms, offerings of food, like cooked rice and curry. This is a truly memorable experience as you present alms to the monks and witness their lunch ritual. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 13	Htigyaing, Myanmar Visit the small village of Tigyaing for a walking tour through its narrow lanes and to visit the pagoda and reclining Buddha on a hilltop with stunning views. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 14	Katha, Myanmar Start your day with a visit to the local market, where you will see the locals buying and selling fish, meat, produce, and more. Next, stop at the former British Club, featured in George Orwell's novel Burmese Days. Here learn a bit more about how life was here during British rule. Lastly, journey a short distance to a local Jingpo village. A subset of the Kachin, the Jingpo are one of over 100 ethnic minority groups in Myanmar. Here you will learn about their culture, traditional dress, and their unique method of making rice wine. As you sail north this afternoon, with some luck, you may catch a glimpse of the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, with its distinctive round forehead. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 15	Kyun Daw, Myanmar	—	—
Day 15	Second Defile, Myanmar	—	—
Day 15	Bhamo, Myanmar This morning, visit the fascinating island village of Kyun Daw, where over 7,000 stupas surround the monastery. Take a walking tour for memorable encounters with the villagers. Visit a fisherman's home to learn more about daily life here and a school to interact with the children. You will also visit a nunnery to present the nuns with food purchased the day before at the market in Katha. Unlike monks, they have to collect and cook their own food. This afternoon, sail through the dramatic Second Defile with its magnificent cliffs reaching down the narrow channel. Continue to Bhamo, the northernmost point ships can navigate the Irrawaddy. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 16	Bhamo, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Red Mountain Estate, Myanmar	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar After breakfast, disembark the ship and explore Bhamo by local trishaw and by foot. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your flight to Heho, the gateway to Inle Lake, a tranquil lake surrounded by mountains. Pause at Red Mountain Estate to bask in the beautiful scenery as you enjoy a lunch of authentic fare and wine produced from the vineyards here. Continue to your lakeside resort, where you will spend the next two nights. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Today brings a fascinating excursion to see scenes of life around the lake. Stilted houses dot the shorelines and the local Intha use the famous one-legged rowing technique to fish and tend their floating gardens of tomatoes, cucumbers, aubergine, and more. These clever gardens are made from weeds lashed together and with mud from the lake bottom, then anchored using bamboo poles, allowing them to rise and fall with the water level of the lake. Along the way you will stop at a silk workshop, where they use the fibers of the lotus plant to weave garments. You will also visit a silversmith workshop and a cheroot workshop, where young girls roll the cigars at a dizzying pace. Before dinner, attend a music and dance performance by the Padaung long-necked women who live in this part of the country. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 18	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar	—	—
Day 18	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 18	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 18	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Today, transfer to Heho for your flight back to Yangon for an overnight. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 19	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)	—	—

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16-night Golden Myanmar and the Alluring Irrawaddy with Bangko...
	Avalon Myanmar (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Bangkok, Thailand Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand Welcome to Bangkok! Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand This morning your sightseeing begins with a boat ride through the klongs, Bangkok's canals, to see family homes, temples, and the way of life that give this city the nickname "Venice of the East". Stop at the stunning Grand Palace, featuring the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. Also visit the Temple of the Reclining Buddha, the oldest and largest Buddhist temple in Bangkok. It houses more than 1,000 Buddha images, including the 49-foot-high and 151-foot-long massive Reclining Buddha. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (Breakfast, Lunch)	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand Enjoy a full day at your leisure. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Bangkok, Thailand	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 4	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Today, fly to Yangon. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 5	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar This morning, take a walking tour of the city's famous and historic landmarks, including the High Court, City Hall, Central Railway Station, and Sule Pagoda, built during the time of Buddha. Stop along the way at a local tea shop for a cup of tea/coffee with the locals. After lunch, visit Chaukhtatgyi to see the massive reclining Buddha measuring in at 213 feet. Afterward, continue to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most important religious site in the country and a national symbol. Here, a truly enchanting scene unfolds as the sun sets on the golden stupa and locals come to pay their respects. Tonight, your welcome dinner is in one of Yangon's best restaurants. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 6	Bagan, Myanmar Late this morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagan. Upon arrival, transfer to the port and board the Avalon Myanmar to begin your cruise up the Irrawaddy. Get acquainted with the ship before your welcome reception this evening. After dinner, a traditional puppet show will be presented in one of the lounges. (Breakfast, Dinner)	—	—
Day 7	Bagan, Myanmar Today, explore Bagan, capital of Myanmar from the 9th to the 13th centuries. It is estimated that during this time over 13,000 temples, monasteries, and pagodas were built in the plains surrounding the city—an area of about 40 square miles. Many of these structures have been lost over time, but around 2,300 still stand today, making this one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. Early risers can visit one of the temples with a local guide to witness sunrise. After breakfast, your morning excursion starts with a visit to a local market selling handicrafts, fabrics, and longyis—a versatile sheet of cloth worn around the waist by most local men and women. Then, stop at the ornate Shwezigon Pagoda, one of the country's most important shrines. You will also visit a lacquer workshop to learn more about this ancient craft. After lunch, your sightseeing centers on the Bagan Archaeological Zone. Highlights include Ananda, considered by many to be the most beautiful temple, and Dhammayangyi, the best preserved monument left standing. Also stop to see the exquisite and well preserved fresco paintings at Upali Thein and Abeyadana. Your day ends with an oxcart ride to a temple, where you will ascend to the top as the sun sets. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 8	Shwe Pyi Thar, Myanmar This morning, take a walking tour through Shwe Pyi Thar, a typical village along the Irrawaddy. Here you will see the locals making palm candy, a sweet and smoky candy, from the sap of the toddy palm. To harvest the sap a climber scales the toddy palm and hangs an earthen pot under a slit he cuts in the tree. The sap is then cooked in an iron pan over an open wood fire until it thickens and can be formed into small pieces by hand. This afternoon, enjoy time onboard the ship as we sail north for Mandalay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 9	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 9	Sagaing, Myanmar Relax this morning and take in the sights from one of the ship's lounges or your suite. In the afternoon, visit Sagaing, an important religious site with countless pagodas dotting the surrounding hillsides. Here, stop to see Kaunghmudaw Pagoda with its golden egg-shaped dome—unique among more traditional pagodas in Myanmar. Next, on to Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda at the top of Sagaing Hill for stunning views of the Irrawaddy and across to Mandalay. Cross the Ava Bridge to Amarapura, former capital of Myanmar. Your visit focuses on the famous U Bein Bridge, a three-quarter-mile-long bridge built in 1783 from reclaimed teakwood from the old royal palace in Inwa. The bridge is still a cornerstone of the community as locals and monks use it daily to cross Taungthaman Lake while fishermen and farmers go about their daily work below. Take a sampan ride on the lake for memorable views of the sunset behind the iconic bridge. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 10	Mandalay, Myanmar This morning, visit a tapestry and woodcarving workshop to learn more about these cottage industries and see the skilled artisans at work. Then, stop at Mahamuni Pagoda, the most revered shrine in Mandalay, to see its impressive gold-leaf Buddha. Due to the continual application of gold leaves, officials estimate the gold is approximately six inches thick. This afternoon, visit Kuthodaw Pagoda and Shwenandaw Monastery, the only remnant of former King Mindon's "Golden City" to survive the bombing of World War II. Originally the king's living quarters, the building was moved after his death to its current location and converted into a monastery. Today, the original gilding has faded, but the intricate wood carvings endure, giving you a sense of how extravagant the original teak palace complex was. Lastly, stop at a gold leaf workshop to see how it is made. This evening, enjoy a traditional dance performance by firelight on a sand bank just north of Mandalay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 11	Kyaukmyaung, Myanmar Today, take a walking tour through the captivating pottery-making village of Kyauk Myaung. Here you will learn more about the pot-making process and see how they are formed, fired, and glazed. Most interesting is the eye-catching 50-gallon variety, often referred to as Martaban or Ali Baba jars in colonial times. These pots could transport large quantities of liquor, fish sauce, peanut oil, and more, and have played an important part of maritime trade throughout Asia for centuries. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 12	Kya Hnyat, Myanmar This morning, visit the village of Kya Hnyat with its many Buddhist monasteries. Here you will interact with the monks at a local monastery. Each morning they don their distinctive saffron-colored robes and walk through the streets to collect alms, offerings of food, like cooked rice and curry. This is a truly memorable experience as you present alms to the monks and witness their lunch ritual. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 13	Htigyaing, Myanmar Visit the small village of Tigyaing for a walking tour through its narrow lanes and to visit the pagoda and reclining Buddha on a hilltop with stunning views. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 14	Katha, Myanmar This morning, visit a local market, where you will see the locals buying and selling fish, meat, produce, and more. Then, journey a short distance outside the city to an elephant camp in the teak forest. Skilled mahouts will show you how they have worked with elephants for centuries, and you will have the opportunity to ride an elephant through the forest. As you sail north this afternoon, with some luck, you may catch a glimpse of the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, with its distinctive round forehead. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 15	Kyun Daw, Myanmar	—	—
Day 15	Second Defile, Myanmar	—	—
Day 15	Bhamo, Myanmar This morning, visit the fascinating island village of Kyun Daw, where over 7,000 stupas surround the monastery. Take a walking tour for memorable encounters with the villagers. Visit a farmer's home to learn more about daily life here and a school to interact with the children. You will also visit a nunnery to present the nuns with food purchased the day before at the market in Katha. Unlike monks, they have to collect and cook their own food. This afternoon, sail through the dramatic Second Defile with its magnificent cliffs reaching down the narrow channel. Continue to Bhamo, the northernmost point ships can navigate the Irrawaddy. Tonight, join your cruise director and ship's crew for a farewell reception and special farewell dinner. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 16	Bhamo, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar After breakfast, disembark the ship and explore Bhamo by local trishaw and by foot. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your flight to Yangon. The remainder of the day is at your leisure. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 17	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)	—	—

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15-night Spirit of Myanmar and the Untouched Upper Irrawaddy �...
	Avalon Myanmar (Be the first Reviewer!) Departing From: Yangon, Myanmar Show Itinerary

Day	Port	Arrival	Departure
Day 1	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Welcome to Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, the country's largest city and former capital. Hotel rooms are available for mid-afternoon check-in.	—	—
Day 2	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar This morning, take a walking tour of the city's famous and historic landmarks, including the High Court, City Hall, Central Railway Station, and Sule Pagoda, built during the time of Buddha. Stop along the way at a local tea shop for a cup of tea/coffee with the locals. After lunch, visit Chaukhtatgyi to see the massive reclining Buddha measuring in at 213 feet. Afterward, continue to Shwedagon Pagoda, the most important religious site in the country and a national symbol. Here, a truly enchanting scene unfolds as the sun sets on the golden stupa and locals come to pay their respects. Tonight, your welcome dinner is in one of Yangon's best restaurants. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar	—	—
Day 3	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 3	Bagan, Myanmar Late this morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Bagan. Upon arrival, transfer to the port and board the Avalon Myanmar to begin your cruise up the Irrawaddy. Get acquainted with the ship before your welcome reception this evening. After dinner, a traditional puppet show will be presented in one of the lounges. (Breakfast, Dinner)	—	—
Day 4	Bagan, Myanmar Today, explore Bagan, capital of Myanmar from the 9th to the 13th centuries. It is estimated that during this time over 13,000 temples, monasteries, and pagodas were built in the plains surrounding the city—an area of about 40 square miles. Many of these structures have been lost over time, but around 2,300 still stand today, making this one of the world's greatest archaeological sites. Early risers can visit one of the temples with a local guide to witness sunrise. After breakfast, your morning excursion starts with a visit to a local market selling handicrafts, fabrics, and longyis—a versatile sheet of cloth worn around the waist by most local men and women. Then, stop at the ornate Shwezigon Pagoda, one of the country's most important shrines. You will also visit a lacquer workshop to learn more about this ancient craft. After lunch, your sightseeing centers on the Bagan Archaeological Zone. Highlights include Ananda, considered by many to be the most beautiful temple, and Dhammayangyi, the best preserved monument left standing. Also stop to see the exquisite and well preserved fresco paintings at Sulamani. Your day ends with an ox cart ride to a temple, where you will ascend to the top as the sun sets. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 5	Shwe Pyi Thar, Myanmar This morning, take a walking tour through Shwe Pyi Thar, a typical village along the Irrawaddy. Here you will visit a farmer's home to learn more about daily life and see the locals making palm candy, a sweet and smoky candy, from the sap of the toddy palm. To harvest the sap a climber scales the toddy palm and hangs an earthen pot under a slit he cuts in the tree. The sap is then cooked in an iron pan over an open wood fire until it thickens and can be formed into small pieces by hand. This afternoon, enjoy time onboard the ship as we sail north for Mandalay. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 6	Sagaing, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	U Bein Bridge, Amarapura, Myanmar	—	—
Day 6	Sagaing, Myanmar Relax this morning and take in the sights from one of the ship's lounges or your suite. In the afternoon, visit Sagaing, an important religious site with countless pagodas dotting the surrounding hillsides. Here, stop to see Kaunghmudaw Pagoda with its golden egg-shaped dome—unique among more traditional pagodas in Myanmar. Next, on to a silversmith workshop to learn how the local artisans turn silver into beautiful works of art. Lastly, explore Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda at the top of Sagaing Hill for stunning views of the Irrawaddy and across to Mandalay. Cross the Ava Bridge to Amarapura, former capital of Myanmar. Your visit focuses on the famous U Bein Bridge, a three-quarter-mile-long bridge built in 1783 from reclaimed teakwood from the old royal palace in Inwa. The bridge is still a cornerstone of the community as locals and monks use it daily to cross Taungthaman Lake while fishermen and farmers go about their daily work below. Take a sampan ride on the lake for memorable views of the sunset behind the iconic bridge. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 7	Mandalay, Myanmar This morning, visit a tapestry and woodcarving workshop to learn more about these cottage industries and see the skilled artisans at work. Then, stop at a gold leaf workshop to see how it is made. Lastly, visit Mahamuni Pagoda, the most revered shrine in Mandalay, to see its impressive gold-leaf Buddha. Due to the continual application of gold leaves, officials estimate the gold is approximately six inches thick. This afternoon, visit Kuthodaw Pagoda and Shwenandaw Monastery, the only remnant of former King Mindon's "Golden City" to survive the bombing of World War II. Originally the king's living quarters, the building was moved after his death to its current location and converted into a monastery. Today, the original gilding has faded, but the intricate wood carvings endure, giving you a sense of how extravagant the original teak palace complex was. This evening, enjoy a traditional dance performance featuring local song and dance. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 8	Kyaukmyaung, Myanmar Today, take a walking tour through the captivating pottery-making village of Kyauk Myaung. Here you will learn more about the pot-making process and see how they are formed, fired, and glazed. Most interesting is the eye-catching 50-gallon variety, often referred to as Martaban or Ali Baba jars in colonial times. These pots could transport large quantities of liquor, fish sauce, peanut oil, and more, and have played an important part of maritime trade throughout Asia for centuries. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 9	Kya Hnyat, Myanmar This morning, visit the village of Kya Hnyat with its many Buddhist monasteries. Here you will interact with the monks at a local monastery. Each morning they don their distinctive saffron-colored robes and walk through the streets to collect alms, offerings of food, like cooked rice and curry. This is a truly memorable experience as you present alms to the monks and witness their lunch ritual. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 10	Htigyaing, Myanmar Visit the small village of Tigyaing for a walking tour through its narrow lanes and to visit the pagoda and reclining Buddha on a hilltop with stunning views. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 11	Katha, Myanmar Start your day with a visit to the local market, where you will see the locals buying and selling fish, meat, produce, and more. Next, stop at the former British Club, featured in George Orwell's novel Burmese Days. Here learn a bit more about how life was here during British rule. Lastly, journey a short distance to a local Jingpo village. A subset of the Kachin, the Jingpo are one of over 100 ethnic minority groups in Myanmar. Here you will learn about their culture, traditional dress, and their unique method of making rice wine. As you sail north this afternoon, with some luck, you may catch a glimpse of the rare Irrawaddy dolphin, with its distinctive round forehead. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 12	Kyun Daw, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Second Defile, Myanmar	—	—
Day 12	Bhamo, Myanmar This morning, visit the fascinating island village of Kyun Daw, where over 7,000 stupas surround the monastery. Take a walking tour for memorable encounters with the villagers. Visit a fisherman's home to learn more about daily life here and a school to interact with the children. You will also visit a nunnery to present the nuns with food purchased the day before at the market in Katha. Unlike monks, they have to collect and cook their own food. This afternoon, sail through the dramatic Second Defile with its magnificent cliffs reaching down the narrow channel. Continue to Bhamo, the northernmost point ships can navigate the Irrawaddy. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 13	Bhamo, Myanmar Cruise ends	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Red Mountain Estate, Myanmar	—	—
Day 13	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar After breakfast, disembark the ship and explore Bhamo by local trishaw and by foot. Afterward, transfer to the airport for your flight to Heho, the gateway to Inle Lake, a tranquil lake surrounded by mountains. Pause at Red Mountain Estate to bask in the beautiful scenery as you enjoy a lunch of authentic fare and wine produced from the vineyards here. Continue to your lakeside resort, where you will spend the next two nights. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 14	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar Today brings a fascinating excursion to see scenes of life around the lake. Stilted houses dot the shorelines and the local Intha use the famous one-legged rowing technique to fish and tend their floating gardens of tomatoes, cucumbers, aubergine, and more. These clever gardens are made from weeds lashed together and with mud from the lake bottom, then anchored using bamboo poles, allowing them to rise and fall with the water level of the lake. Along the way you will stop at a silk workshop, where they use the fibers of the lotus plant to weave garments. You will also visit a silversmith workshop and a cheroot workshop, where young girls roll the cigars at a dizzying pace. Before dinner, attend a music and dance performance by the Padaung long-necked women who live in this part of the country. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)	—	—
Day 15	Land Tour: Inle Lake, Myanmar	—	—
Day 15	Land Tour: Heho, Myanmar	—	—
Day 15	Land Tour: Air travel	—	—
Day 15	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Today, transfer to Heho for your flight back to Yangon for an overnight. (Breakfast)	—	—
Day 16	Land Tour: Yangon, Myanmar Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (Breakfast)	—	—

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