Mandalay in depth: Full-day Sightseeing Tour with Mingun
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Stop At: Mingun Pahtodawgyi, Mingun Myanmar
Today you take the boat up to Mingun. Mingun is known for its huge unfinished pagoda. Originally the pagoda was supposed to be the highest in the world, but it was partially destroyed by an earthquake.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mingun Bell, Hauptstrasse, Mingun Myanmar
Nearby you can also visit the Mingun Bell, which received its own 'museum' after the earthquake, and the beautiful Hsinbyume Pagoda, which is very different from any other typical pagodas in Myanmar.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mahamuni Pagoda, Mandalay Myanmar
Upon arrival back in Mandalay, visit the sacred Mahamuni Pagoda, which is a major pilgrimage site located in the southwest of the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Shwenandaw Monastery, Shwenandaw Golden Palace, Mandalay Myanmar
Afterwards, visit the Shwenandaw Monastery, which was built in 1878 by King Thibaw Min. It is mostly known for its artistic wood carvings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kuthodaw Pagoda & the World's Largest Book, Mandalay Myanmar
The Kuthodaw Pagoda is the world's largest book as it is surrounded by 729 stone slabs in which Buddhist scriptures were engraved.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mandalay Hill, Mandalay Myanmar
If time permits, we walk up to Mandalay Hill, known for its abundance of pagodas and monasteries. The panoramic view of Mandalay from the top of Mandalay Hill makes it worth to attempt a climb up its stairways.
Duration: 1 hour
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mingun Pahtodawgyi, Mingun Myanmar
Today you take the boat up to Mingun. Mingun is known for its huge unfinished pagoda. Originally the pagoda was supposed to be the highest in the world, but it was partially destroyed by an earthquake.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mingun Bell, Hauptstrasse, Mingun Myanmar
Nearby you can also visit the Mingun Bell, which received its own 'museum' after the earthquake, and the beautiful Hsinbyume Pagoda, which is very different from any other typical pagodas in Myanmar.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mahamuni Pagoda, Mandalay Myanmar
Upon arrival back in Mandalay, visit the sacred Mahamuni Pagoda, which is a major pilgrimage site located in the southwest of the city.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Shwenandaw Monastery, Shwenandaw Golden Palace, Mandalay Myanmar
Afterwards, visit the Shwenandaw Monastery, which was built in 1878 by King Thibaw Min. It is mostly known for its artistic wood carvings.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Kuthodaw Pagoda & the World's Largest Book, Mandalay Myanmar
The Kuthodaw Pagoda is the world's largest book as it is surrounded by 729 stone slabs in which Buddhist scriptures were engraved.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Mandalay Hill, Mandalay Myanmar
If time permits, we walk up to Mandalay Hill, known for its abundance of pagodas and monasteries. The panoramic view of Mandalay from the top of Mandalay Hill makes it worth to attempt a climb up its stairways.
Duration: 1 hour
Included
- Private transfers in air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private Boat to Mingun
- English-speaking guide
- Full-day sightseeing tour
- Bottled water
Not included
- Entrance or zone fees
- Meals or drinks
- Entry/Admission - Mingun Pahtodawgyi
- Entry/Admission - Mahamuni Pagoda
- Entry/Admission - Shwenandaw Monastery
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cultural
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