22 Days Burma and Cambodia Luxury Tour with Newly Discovered Tropical Island

Destinations: Yangon – Bagan – Heho – Mandalay – Siem Reap – Koh Rong Island | 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island


Highlights of this 22 Days Burma and Cambodia Luxury Tour with Newly Discovered Tropical Island:

  • Excursion by a long tail boat on the scenic Inle Lake.
  • Explore ancient Bagan’s Valley of a Thousand Temples.
  • Adventure through the remains of the ancient Burmese capital of Amarapura.
  • Circle around Bayon by a classic 1930s fully restored Citreon.
  • Explore the pre-Angkor Capital: Koh Ker Pyramid and Beng Mealea Jungle Temple
  • Visit the world’s largest religious monument: Angkor Wat Temple.
  • Relax on the beautiful beaches of the newly discovered island: Koh Rong.
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22 Days

Includes internal flights, twin shared accommodation, English speaking guides, private cars, sightseeing and meals listed.
Excludes visa and travel documents, travel insurance, international flights, local tipping, etc.

This itinerary is to give you a flavor of what is possible. We can tailor this trip to suit your specific needs and expectations. You may alter any aspect of the itinerary from excursions to accommodation.

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World Famous Angkor Wat Temple
Taprohm ancient university
Intha Tribe on Inle Lake
Buddhist novices walk to collect alms and offerings

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Day 1: Yangon | Arrive in Yangon

International Flight: Excluded

Welcome to Burma! Upon arrival in Yangon, our guide will greet you at the airport welcome area and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. Then you’re able to relax.

Accommodation: Belmond Governor’s Residence


Day 2: Yangon | Leisure Day | Royal Style Welcome Dinner

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Daytime is at your leisure to relax or explore the city on your own.

Floating marble boat in Yangon

Floating Marble Boat

In the evening, enjoy a Myanmar royal style welcome dinner on a floating marble boat. Enjoy a fine cuisine as you begin an enchanting journey through Myanmar(Burma). Return to your hotel when you’re ready.

Accommodation: Belmond Governor’s Residence


Day 3: Yangon | Burma’s Capital City

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
After breakfast, visit the downtown area to see the Old City Hall and Maharbandoola Park. Then take a stroll along the old street ending at the old Strand Hotel. Next, drive to Botahtaung Pagoda which features golden decorations inside the pagoda. Continue to Bogyoke Market which sells many Burmese traditional handicrafts including stone carving, wood carving, bronze carving, painting, etc.

In the afternoon, visit Kandawgyi Park for a stroll near Chaukhtetgyi Reclining Buddha Image – one of the largest in Yangon. Continue to the highlight of Yangon: the golden Shwedagon Pagoda, which has been described as one of the wonders of the world. Shwedagon plays a very important role in the Old Burmese History and also is an important Buddhist icon. Enjoy the sunset over the pagoda.

Accommodation: Belmond Governor’s Residence


Day 4: Yangon – Bagan | Leisure | Flight to Bagan

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
Morning is at your leisure to relax or explore the rest in the city on your own.

Board an afternoon flight to Bagan. Upon arrival, our guide will greet and transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Accommodation: Aureum Palace Hotel


Day 5: Bagan | Bagan’s Valley of a Thousand Temples

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today you’ll explore Bagan, where you will see its thousands of Buddhist pagodas spread in the valley of the Ancient City of Bagan. These pagodas used to own by individual families during prosperous times. You will visit the Nyaung Oo Market where locals buy and sell produce. Then you’ll visit the Shwezigon Pagoda which is the largest pagoda in Bagan painted with real gold.

Have a rest in the hotel during the afternoon. Then you’ll enjoy a Horse Cart Ride first to the small village of Taung Phi where rests a worn teak monastery awaiting the rare tourists who are lost. You’ll continue by horse cart around temples and winding roads as the sun makes it’s way a to the sky’s edge casting curious shadows from the temples across the plain. Continue to Shesandaw Pagoda. From your vantage point, you’ll watch one of the best sunsets in Southeast Asia. Then you’ll take a horse cart ride back to your hotel.

Accommodation: Aureum Palace Hotel


Day 6: Bagan – Heho | Flight to Heho | Continue to Inle Lake and Highlights

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
In the morning, take a flight to Heho. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

Your excursion today will be made by private longtail boat to see the life of the Intha tribe(the name of locals who live on the lake), to discover their unique floating farms and life on the water. Witness local fisherman who catch their prey while using only one leg to paddle the boat. Then you’ll visit the Long Neck Karen Women who come down from their homes in the Shan Highlands to sell their handicrafts to visitors.

Check out from the resort and transfer to the Hill Station of Kalaw for overnight.
Accommodation: Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min


Day 7: Heho – Inle | 3rd Century Kakku Temple

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Continue to the 3rd century Kakku Pagodas complex, a lesser-known wonder which has been featured on National Geographic. Stop on the way for a visit to the Ayetharyar Vineyard where you’ll taste Myanmar’s local wine and view a beautiful landscape of the surrounding hills and countryside. Then visit Taung Gyi, the capital of the Shan State. Next stop is the Kakku Pagodas. 2,548 large white pagodas are set on a square – packed in closely together. You’ll be wandering through marvelous pillars and stupas of Kakku. Each stupa is intricately crafted with delicate images and sculptures that are in beautiful detail.

Kakku pagodas reflecting in water

Kakku Pagodas

Enjoy lunch. Then visit a Pa-O village on the way. Continue to Inle Lake for check in and overnight.

Accommodation: Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min


Day 8: Heho – Inle | Leisure Day

Meals: Breakfast
Spend this full day at your resort. The scenic Inle Lake is in view.

Accommodation: Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min


Day 9: Heho – Mandalay | Leisure | Flight to Mandalay

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
Relax in the morning at your resort with a scenic view of the Inle Lake.

In the afternoon, take a flight to Mandalay. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check-in. The evening is at your leisure.

Accommodation: Hillton Mandalay


Day 10: Mandalay | Old Capital of Amarapura

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Morning: Transfer by private vehicle to Sagiang, the capital of Sagiang Division located on the Irrawaddy River. You’ll cross the Inwa Bridge, which was built by the British in 1934. Then you’ll visit the Maha Ganayon Kyaung Monastery to see hundreds of monks line up for daily meals. Then visit the U Bein Bridge which is 1.2 kilometers long and is the longest teakwood bridge in the world.

Next, you’ll see Kaung Mu Taw Pagoda: a dome-shaped pagoda which rises up 46 meters. At the base of the pagoda, there are 812 stone pillars, each one with a hollow and image of a Nat inside. Continue with a visit to Sagaing Hill. The hill has a number of small pagodas with many meditation centers along with Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda – pagoda painted with gold. You can stop at monasteries and nunneries to speak with monks while enjoying hot green tea.

Teakwood Bridge in Amarapura - 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Teakwood Bridge in Amarapura – 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Lunch at a restaurant.

Then continue to visit with a visit of Amarapura, “City of Immortality”, the old capital of Myanmar. At the end of the day, visit the ancient temple of Pahtodawgyi which was built in 1820.

Return to Mandalay and the rest of the day is at your leisure.

Accommodation: Hillton Mandalay


Day 11: Mandalay | Explore Mandalay Highlights

Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, explore the reconstructed Mandalay Palace for a taste of the royal Burmese architecture in historic times. The compound is spread out over 413 hectares surrounded by a moat and wall.

In the afternoon, you’ll go to see the Highlights of Mandalay, you’ll start off your day with an opportunity to learn about the distinct Buddhist culture unique to Burma. You’ll visit the Mahamuni Image where you’ll have an opportunity to watch locals pray and place the gold paper on the statue of Buddha for the blessing. You can participate as well if you like for a small donation to the temple(only men are allowed to place the gold on the statue).

You’ll also visit a gold paper factory to see how golden leaves are made, a staple in Burmese religious practices. Then you’ll visit the 19th-century Shwenandaw Monastery (Golden Palace Monastery) famous for its teak carvings of Buddhist mythology.

Next, you’ll see the Kuthodaw Pagoda which is a Buddhist stupa that contains the world’s largest book of Buddhism. King Mindon commissioned large tablets inscribed with the Pali Canon of Theravada Buddhism – a key Buddhist text.

At the end of your day, you’ll enjoy a gorgeous sunset from the top of Mandalay Hill.

Accommodation: Hillton Mandalay


Day 12: Mandalay – Siem Reap | Flight to Siem Reap

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
Relax in the morning at your hotel. Then board an afternoon flight to Siem Reap with a short stop over in Bangkok. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel for check in.

Siem Reap is a quaint town in Cambodia and the gateway to the vast remains of the Angkor empire. Discover the Royal Gardens on your own with ancient trees home to a colony of giant fruit bats. Take a stroll along the scenic riverside and visit the night markets to find unique souvenirs. You may also want to spend the evening with a visit to Pub Street with several restaurants and bars that stay open late into the night. Many restaurants have live entertainment in the evening.

Accommodation: Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa


Day 13: Siem Reap | Koh Ker Pyramid and Jungle Temple: Beng Mealea

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you’ll wake early to visit Beng Melea while the morning dew and fog still cover this Indiana Jones-esque temple. Wind through maze-like tunnels, swing on ancient tree vines and chart your own adventure while you climb through this amazing complex hidden in the jungle.

Koh Ker Pyramid - 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Koh Ker Pyramid – 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Then you’ll travel to what was once the great city of Koh Ker, which was the capital before Angkor Thom. You’ll visit many temples, ancient pools, and ruins in the vast area. Then you’ll finish with a visit to the pyramid temple of Koh Ker. After this, you’ll return to Siem Reap.

Accommodation: Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa


Day 14: Siem Reap | Angkor Thom the Ancient City

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, you’ll begin your explorations of the remains of an ancient civilization that once ruled much of Southeast Asia. Today, you’ll be visiting the ancient capital city of Angkor Thom. On your way to Angkor Thom, you’ll catch a glimpse of the front of Angkor Wat as you pass by, which will leave you with a tingling feeling on the back of your neck as you take your first glance of the enormity and wonder of the largest religious complex to ever exist.

However, we’ll be saving the best for last as you go on today to see some other equally impressive structures of Ta Prohm Temple, Bayon Temple, Banteay Kdei, Baphoun, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace, and the Royal Palace. First on the agenda is Ta Prohm. Worn by time, rain, and overpowered by the jungle, this immaculate structure hidden under canopy will leave you feeling like you’ve stepped into the movie set of a treasure hunt adventure. Your private tour guide will give you the history and stories passed through oral tradition.

After you’ve had lunch, your exploits will continue as you visit Banteay Kdei (“Citadel of Chambers”). You’ll also visit Victory Gate, Terrace of the Leper King, the Royal Palace, Baphuon and Bayon. Bayon sets itself apart with its almost 200 smiling faces, sure to make you feel welcome on your second day to the Kingdom of Wonders. With its winding tunnels, chambers, and daring climbs, Bayon will give you many picturesque moments to keep your camera busy.

As the sun approaches the horizon, you’ll enjoy a sunset from the top of the pyramid-shaped temple of Pre Rup.

Accommodation: Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa


Day 15: Siem Reap | Kompong Phukk Floating Village | At Leisure

Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, start with an ox-cart ride through Cambodia’s green countryside where you’ll see many coconut trees, rice fields, and water buffalo. After that, continue the trip to the largest lake in Southeast Asia, the Tonle Sap. You’ll take a boat ride to Kampong Phluk which means, Harbor of the Tusks due to it’s history in the elephant trade several centuries ago. You’ll also see the mangrove forests nearby. After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel to enjoy some leisure time.

Accommodation: Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa


Day 16: Siem Reap | Bayon Temple by Classical Citroen Car | Angkor Wat Temple | Bodia Spa Treatment

Meals: Breakfast
For your last day in Siem Reap, you’ll experience the temple relics in a way that will really let you feel like you’ve escaped the 20th century and traveled a thousand years back to a time when life was simple and nature was surreal.

Angkor Wat TempleAfter breakfast, you’ll be escorted by a classic 1930s fully restored Citreon. Circle around Bayon temple and stop for photos with the classic automobile if you like. Then continue back to the South Gate. (Note: Citreon will return and a standard vehicle with air conditioning will provide transportation for the rest of the tour. No camera is provided for photos. Please bring your own.) From there, you’ll go for a gondola ride through the moats of Angkor Thom to see the vast ruins of the Khmer Empire at its peak. Close your eyes and smell the sweet perfume of the Romdoul flowers growing wild on the shore mixed with the scent of lotus flowers bobbing in the water.

World-famous Angkor Wat Temple

Finally, be prepared today to enjoy one of the Wonders of the Ancient World: Angkor Wat. At this point, you most probably have gotten glimpses of the towers over treetops and the gates in front in passing. But now you’ll finally get to satiate that curiosity that’s grown in the last few days. Enter Angkor Wat and learn about the stories and amazing architecture that has stunned archeologists leaving more questions than answers. Angkor Wat possesses some of the most intricate and longest stone carvings in the world. This complex is four times the size of the Vatican City making it the largest religious site in the world. Spend the morning adventuring through the many passages, levels, and exploring chambers that once housed one many treasure of the ancient world. It will be an experience you won’t forget. Return to the hotel around noon for leisure time.

Angkor Wat Temple - 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Angkor Wat Temple – 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

As evening approaches, enjoy a relaxing spa treatment at Bodia Spa – an award-winning spa in Southeast Asia. You either experience Khmer traditional spa or another treatment of choices.

Accommodation: Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa


Day 17: Siem Reap | Leisure Day | Private Countryside Dinner

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Daytime is at your leisure to relax or explore the lovely town on your own.

Nearing dusk, you’ll go to a private dinner at a traditional wooden villa in the countryside surrounded by dragonfruit orchards and rice fields. Tiki torches and live traditional music will welcome you. Start with cocktails and canapes. Then enjoy an exquisite evening dinner while you chat and reflect on the fond memories you have collected over the last few weeks. Return to the hotel when you are ready.

Accommodation: Victoria Angkor Resort and Spa


Day 18: Siem Reap – Koh Rong Island | Flight to Sihanoukville | Continue to Koh Rong Island

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, take a flight to Sihanoukville, the gateway to exploring the beautiful beaches of Cambodia. Our guide will greet and meet you at the airport and transfer to the pier. Then join a speed ferry to your resort on the newly discovered: Koh Rong Island. Check in your resort and relax on the untouched beaches.

Accommodation: The Royal Sands Koh Rong


Day 19: Koh Rong Island | Relax on the Beaches | Plankton Experience

Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a full day on the beaches of Koh Rong. Or indulge your self with the hotel’s spa, pool, and other leisure facilities.

At night, our guide will take you to the bay where you can see the Bioluminescent plankton. It’s a great experience that won’t be missed.

Accommodation: The Royal Sands Koh Rong


Day 20: Koh Rong Island | Relax on the Beaches

Meals: Breakfast
Today is at your leisure to explore the beaches of Koh Rong. Or indulge your self with the pool, yoga, relaxing spa, and other leisure facilities. Also, please inquire us if you need to include a diving trip or snorkeling and we will be glad to assist you in arranging ahead of time.

Accommodation: The Royal Sands Koh Rong


Day 21: Koh Rong Island | Relax on the Beaches

Meals: Breakfast
Today is also at your leisure to explore the beaches of Koh Rong.

Koh Rong Island - 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Koh Rong Island – 22 Days Burma Cambodia Luxury Tour Koh Rong Island

Accommodation: The Royal Sands Koh Rong


Day 22: Koh Rong Island | Farewell!

Meals: Breakfast
Today you will join a ferry back to the pier. Then continue to the airport in Sihanoukville before your homeward flight. Thank you for traveling with us!

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Yangon
Grand United – Ahlone

Bagan
Bagan Lodge

Inle
Inle Resort

Mandalay
Rupar Mandalar Resort

Siem Reap
Tara Angkor Hotel

Koh Rong Island
Sok San Beach Resort

Yangon
Yangon Excelsior

Bagan
Aureum Palace Hotel

Inle
Aureum Palace Hotel & Resort Inle

Mandalay
Mercure Mandalay Hill Resort

Siem Reap
Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa

Koh Rong Island
The Royal Sands Koh Rong

Yangon
Belmond Governor’s Residence

Bagan
Aureum Palace Hotel

Inle
Sofitel Inle Lake Myat Min

Mandalay
Hilton Mandalay

Siem Reap
Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa

Koh Rong Island
The Royal Sands Koh Rong

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