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The Ultimate Burma Tour... No Stone Left Unturned

21 days from £10,450 for 2025 per person

Having recently returned from Burma, our specialists have put together the ultimate trip to Burma leaving no stone unturned. The itinerary starts in the former capital of Yangon with its crumbling colonial architecture and the shimmering Shwedagon Pagoda before driving to the pilgrimage of Kyaikhtiyo. Return to Yangon before flying upcountry to the banks of Burma's second largest lake, Inle. It is home to pagodas and monasteries and more than 200 small villages, many of which are floating on stilts on the lake. The Intha, the local people, are famous for developing the eccentric method of rowing with one leg.

From Inle, fly to the northern reaches of Burma and spend 3 nights in the wonderful Malikha Lodge for some adventures in the mountains and forests. After Putao, visit Mandalay, once home to the staggering Royal Moated Palace complex and the gateway to Burma's ancient capitals like Inwa and Mingun. Cruise down the Irrawaddy River to Bagan for 1 night on the RV Paukan experiencing a slower pace of life. Upon disembarkation view the magnificent temples of Bagan, scattered over the 26 square mile site along the river banks or the Irrawaddy. A sunrise balloon ride over the temples can be organised upon request.

Before you hit the beach visit Mrauk U, another town with extraordinary temples and pagodas which is a lot less frequented. Finish the journey with 3 nights on beautiful Ngapali beach, a 3 km stretch of white sand and clear turquoise waters, at Sandoway Resort.

This luxury holiday is purely a suggested itinerary; it can be booked as it is or used as a starting point for creating your perfect tailor-made tour of Burma. If you would like to see similar trips, take a look at our collection of Epic Journeys and Honeymoons, as well as our ActiveBeach, Trekking and Boating itineraries.


Itinerary details

21 days from £10,450 for 2025 per person

Malikha Lodge, Putao, Burma 2
Malikha Lodge Burma Luxury Holiday With Ampersand Travel
Malikha Lodge, Putao, Burma 1
RV Paukan Bagan Burma 2
BURMA Bagan Temple 4
BURMA Balloons Over Bagan
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BURMA - U Bein Bridge, Mandalay
BURMA - Yangon - Shwedagon Pagoda 2
BURMA Governors Residence Yangon 1
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BURMA - Mrauk U
BURMA - Mandalay - Mingun Stupa
BURMA - Mandalay - Mingun white temple
BURMA - Mandalay
BURMA - U Bein Bridge, Mandalay
BURMA - Yangon - Shwedagon Pagoda 2
BURMA Governors Residence Yangon 1
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BURMA - Mrauk U
BURMA - Mandalay - Mingun Stupa
BURMA - Mandalay - Mingun white temple
BURMA - Mandalay
BURMA - Inle Lake
BURMA - Inle Lake - traditional long neck ladies
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BURMA - Inle Princess - View from Balcony 207, Min Yu
BURMA - Inle Princess, Chalet, room
BURMA - Inle Princess, Sun set deck
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Malikha Lodge Burma Luxury Holiday With Ampersand Travel
Malikha Lodge, Putao, Burma 1
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BURMA Bagan Temple 4
BURMA Balloons Over Bagan
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Slicing through the water on Burma’s Inle Lake on a long-tail boat - the water, mountain and sky seemed to merge with one another and the colours were washed out into shades of blue and grey. It was cool, almost cold. Here, whole villages live on the water and crops are grown on small strips of floating islands. Rarely has reality felt more dreamlike.
James Jayasundera, MD of Ampersand Travel

Client Testimonials

I thought the Ampersand team was outstanding. We couldn’t have hoped for anything more.
- Mr Geoffrey Johnson, India
I had a very lovely time and was looked after splendidly. My first visit to India could not have been better, save for being longer! But I shall return at some point and I shall look to you to make the arrangements.
- Matthew Nicklin, North India
I barely know where to begin... though a sincere 'thank you' would be the best. You have organised this trip perfectly. May was an inspiring and delightful companion in Myanmar – thoroughly professional and friendly at the same time. My accommodation throughout has been superb, especially The Governor's Residence and The Mandarin Oriental. The view from the cottage at Inle Lake was beautiful and I loved every moment of being there. And here I am now on the last leg of this extended holiday at my favourite place. I could stay here for ever, the peace, silence and surroundings all amazing, plus the people and the whole aura of Vana. Thank you for much, and I look forward to speaking to you on my return.
- Ms Margulies, Burma, India & Thailand

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