RV Kalaw Pandaw

You will be transferred from the airport to the ship for the embarkation. A delicious lunch will be servered on board. Then, you can choose to take a bicycle or coach to visit the temple plain of Bagan.

We pay a visit to a famous temple known as the most beautiful architechtures in Pagan – Ananda. It was built in AD 1105 under the order of the third king of Pagan dynasty - King Kyansit Thar. Here, you can have a chance to contemplate the Pagan high standard craftsmanship through the sophisticated interior of mural paintings, outstanding Buddha images and glazed plaques.

Myingabar Gubyaukgyi temple is chosen to be the second destination. It was built in AD 1113 in the reign of Prince Rajakumar, son of King Kyansit Thar. You can see many gorgeous pictures depicting the daily life of Pagan people painted on the walls.

Finally, a walking tour around Phwar Saw Village is a perfect way to end a busy sightseeing day. This is a small village of more than 500 residents located between New Pagan and Nyaung U airport. It is said that the village was named after a very famous queen of Pagan who had great influence on 3 Kings in the late 13th century. The life of the villagers here depends on pea and bean cultivation, breeding cattles and making small lacquer items. 

When the day comes to an end, your stroll becomes more interesting than ever when you see a truly authentic picture of the local life. People come back from their work with their cattles and then busy preparing the dinner. 

The ship docks at Pagan for a night.

We continue to visit the key sites of Bagan today and then move to a lacquerware workshop. There are few stupa in Pagan allowing visitors climb. And luckily, Shwe San Daw will permit us to gain a 360-degree view over the red brick Buddhist constructions. Visting Shwe Zi Gone Pagoda will bring to us an exciting experience about the place preserving a hair relic of the Buddha which was built in AD 1086.

Before returning to the ship and have a sumptuous lunch, we visit the Khay Min Ga pagoda complex which is known as the combination of many architectural styles: Indian, Sri Lankan, Myanmar-Mon hybrid and Myanmar.

For anyone who is interested in lacquerware, do not miss the chance to visit a lacquerware workshop in the afternoon. This is a great opportunity to discover the process of making lacquer handicrafts which is so famous in Pagan and Myanmar in general.

We move on visiting a special complex of 3 temples constructed in the late 13th century - the one and only Payathonezu.

At the end of day, we pay a visit to Dhamayangyi temple which is known for the massive architecture and unique design.

The sunset in Pagan is always one of the most memorable moments in the visitors’ heart, especially from the top of Taung Guni temple. See it with your own eyes and save it with your camera. 

Back to the ship.

Overnight in Bagan.

Have you ever wondered about the change of time?

Let’s come to Salay, a lovely small town which used to be one of the busiest trading port in the past. Now, it is a quaint village filled with colonial architectural riches and ancient teak monasteries.

Then, join in an exhilarating walking tour to Yoke-Sone Kyaung – one of the most intricated teak carved monasteries in Burma. Then, on our way back, we stop at Salay House.

Afterwards, we cruise upstream to the Ayardaw charity clinic which was donated by Pandaw. Then, We have an interesting visit to the stupa located on the top of the hill by passing through the winding road of the Tant-Chi-Taung mountain.  

Late afternoon will be the most expective time of the day. We enjoy beautiful night with the traditional paper-mache elephant dance performed by the villagers from Tant-Chi.

Our ship anchors overnight near Nyaung U.

If you are looking for the best tobacco in Myanmar, Pakokku is always an amazing choice. The spot is a city of about 100,000 residents situated 30 km from Pagan. Pakokku produces many items like tobacco, cotton, peanuts, Thanaka (traditional comestic) and textiles. We can take a tuk tuk to go around the main market of Pakokku.

Next, we move to a cheroot factory where you can learn more about this traditional product and how it made. 

We anchor at Aung Pan Chaung near the Chindwin confluence.

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly the ideal place for you with a various selection of production of terracotta pottery from the river bank clay.

The village was quite well-known in marking a hictorical event where the first Anglo-Burmese war ended by the peace treaty signed in 1826. In the morning, relax yourself by a waking tour to a pottery workshop ad see first-hand the production process. In here you are welcome to try making a pot by hands.

And you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school. This school was built by the donations of the passengers.

In the afternoon, we sail and moor overnight at Pauk-taw Pauk-myaing village near Ava.

There are many ancient capitals in Burma but the old city of Ava is truly special. Why? It is served as the capital of the Burmese kingdom for about 400 years, longer than any other ancient capitals. Today morning is quite busy as we have to change the means of transport several times to get to the attractions. First, we take a coach to Ava jetty then pass the Myit Nge(Dokehtawady) river by small ferry boat. Then, we visit the beautiful Menu Oak Kyaung monastery by horse carrige. End of the morning, we will have a short tour to the splendid Bagaya Kyaung teak monastery which was constructed in 1834.

In the afternoon, we proceed to Sagaing – the religious center of the country where is famous for a great number of monasteries bearing beautiful woodcarvings and elaborate religious arts. Next, we climb to Soon U Ponnya Shin pagoda on the top of the hill to catch the great view of the surrounding area and the mighty Irrawaddy river.   

Afterwards, we take part in a lecture about the lifestyle of the nun at a nunnery. 

Amarapura – one of Burmese former capitals is our next stop (first period: 1783 – 1819; second period: 1839 - 1852). Here, you will have an opportunity to see the signature produces of the ancient city: silk and cotton are made. 

One of the most romantic scenery in Amarapura is taking a local boat on Taungthaman lake at sunset watching U Bein Bridge – the world’s longest teak bridge diving in the magical orange glow.

We dock overnight at Sagaing.

This morning, we take a walking tour around Mingun exploring its highlighted sites. The gigantic brick building constructed by King Bodawpaya in 1790 is our first stop. It is recognized as the largest stupa in world but unfortunatlety, left unfinished since 1808. We also have chance to visit the the world’s second largest ringing bell. 

In the afternoon, we drive back to the second largest city of Myanmar - Mandalay. This beautiful city is also known as the religious center of the country. 

We will learn about Buddhism in Myanmar by visiting Mahamuni Pagoda, one of the holiest sites of the country where features one of the 5 most likeliness Buddha images in the world. The believers put the gold leaf onto the statue to express their respect so that the image now has a thick golden layer of about 15cm. Then relax by walking along the street which is famous for the marble carvers.

Next, we visit the Golden Palace Monatery – Shwe Kyaung. Constructed in 1857, the architecture used to be a part of the Royal Palace until it was moved to the present location in 1879. 

The UNESCO site – Kuthodaw Pagoda and the world’s largest book will definitely amaze you with the outstanding appreance and high religious value. Seizing a massive area under the foot of Mandalay hill, the gilded pagoda Kuthodaw was surrounded by 729 marble slabs inscipted with Buddha teachings. 

Afterwards, we pay a visit to a gold leaf beating workshop. Then, you will have a chance to save a lot of beautiful pictures at the moat surrounding the Royal Palace with magnificient background of the Mandalay Hill.

Anchor at Sagaing overnight.

Disembark from the ship around 9:00am.

We will broad on the ship before lunch time.

For anyone who is interested in lacquerware, do not miss the chance to visit a lacquerware workshop in the afternoon. This is a great opportunity to discover the process of making lacquer handicrafts which is so famous in Pagan and Myanmar in general.

We move on visiting a special complex of 3 temples constructed in the late 13th century - the one and only Payathonezu.

At the end of day, we pay a visit to Dhamayangyi temple which is known for the massive architecture and unique design.

The sunset in Pagan is always one of the most memorable moments in the visitors’ heart, especially from the top of Taung Guni temple. See it with your own eyes and save it with your camera. 

Overnight in Bagan.

Have you ever wondered about the change of time?

Let’s come to Salay, a lovely small town which used to be one of the busiest trading port in the past. Now, it is a quaint village filled with colonial architectural riches and ancient teak monasteries.

Then, join in an exhilarating walking tour to Yoke-Sone Kyaung – one of the most intricated teak carved monasteries in Burma. Then, on our way back, we stop at Salay House.

Afterwards, we cruise upstream to the Ayardaw charity clinic which was donated by Pandaw. Then, we have an interesting visit to the stupa located on the top of the hill by passing through the winding road of the Tant-Chi-Taung mountain.  

Late afternoon will be the most expective time of the day. We enjoy beautiful night with the traditional paper-mache elephant dance performed by the villagers from Tant-Chi.

Our ship anchors overnight near Nyaung U.

If you are looking for the best tobacco in Myanmar, Pakokku is always an amazing choice. The spot is a city of about 100,000 residents situated 30 km from Pagan. Pakokku produces many items like tobacco, cotton, peanuts, Thanaka (traditional comestic) and textiles. We can take a tuk tuk to go around the main market of Pakokku.

Next, we move to a cheroot factory where you can learn more about this traditional product and how it made. 

We anchor at Aung Pan Chaung near the Chindwin confluence.

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly the ideal place for you with a various selection of production of terracotta pottery from the river bank clay.

The village was quite well-known in marking a hictorical event where the first Anglo-Burmese war ended by the peace treaty signed in 1826. In the morning, relax yourself by a waking tour to a pottery workshop ad see first-hand the production process. In here you are welcome to try making a pot by hands.

And you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school. This school was built by the donations of the passengers.

In the afternoon, we sail and moor overnight at Pauk-taw Pauk-myaing village near Ava.

We disembark from the ship at Sagaing after breakfast.

Embark the ship and have lunch. We spend the afternoon cruising to the next destination.

Yandabo is one the most famous places in Myanmar producing the finest pottery. In the morning, we will have a peaceful walking tour around this lovely village and see the Pandaw school.

Enjoy your breakfast before disembark from the ship in Pagan.

Early this morning, our cruise starts sailing from Rangon through the beautiful Twante Canal. We make a quick stop at Twante where you can see some beautiful pottery products. Then, continue cruising to Pyapon where is known as a charming delta town as well as a seaport with bustling anchors and markets.

Optional: you can choose to embark on the ship 1 day ealier to enjoy the exquisite feeling of living in the center of Yangon on a luxury ship. The experience comes with an extra cost.  

Set in the heart of the delta, Bogale used to be the capital of Mon Kingdom and also an international trading port between the 15th and 18th centuries.

Next, we will visit the stunning Mein Ma Hla Kyun Wildlife Reserve. Seizing an area of 137 square kilometers of lush mangrove forest, the reserve is home to the magnificent salt water crocodiles.

This day promises to be the most exhilarating cruising day for us as we pass through many gorgeous creeks and channels of the delta. Then, we will stop at a village for break.

We will get to Bassein - the delta’s capital, also known as a major seaport after sailing through the final section of Irrawaddy delta where joins with the great Bassein river. 

Here, we will visit the traditional umbrella factories where you can see the how the beautiful parasols are made. After that, we spend time walking around the town, discovering stupas and colorful markets.

Today is a free day for you to explore Bassein. If you wish, a trip to the stunning Ngwe Saung Beach will be arranged with an additional cost. 

After having lunch on board, we sail upstream to visit the river port of the old IFC ‘launch service’ between Rangoon and Bassein. 

These channels are always busy with variety of shipping while the riverbanks are lively with life and activity. Sunset is the best time of the day to enjoy a peaceful waking tour in the beautiful town of Maubin. 

Under the soft light of the morning, we sail through Twante Canal, where located Rangoon River and our berth in the colonial downtown.

Disembarktion around 12:00am.

A delicious lunch will be served on board after the embarkation. Then, we start sailing upstream to Pakokku. Upon arrival in the afternoon, taking a trishaw to explore the town is the best choice.

Yandabo is one the most famous places in Myanmar producing the finest pottery. In the morning, we will have a peaceful walking tour around this lovely village and see the Pandaw school.

Enjoy your breakfast before disembark from the ship in Mandalay.

You will be transferred from the airport to the ship for the embarkation. A delicious lunch will be servered on board. Then, an excursion to the second largest city of Myanmar - Mandalay will begin. This beautiful city is also known as the religious center of the country. 

We will learn about Buddhism in Myanmar by visiting Mahamuni Pagoda, one of the holiest sites of the country where features one of the 5 most likeliness Buddha images in the world. The believers put the gold leaf onto the statue to express their respect so that the image now has a thick golden layer of about 15cm. Then relax by walking along the street which is famous for the marble carvers.

Next, we visit the Golden Palace Monatery – Shwe Kyaung. Constructed in 1857, the architecture used to be a part of the Royal Palace until it was moved to the present location in 1879. 

The UNESCO site – Kuthodaw Pagoda and the world’s largest book will definitely amaze you with the outstanding appreance and high religious value. Seizing a massive area under the foot of Mandalay hill, the gilded pagoda Kuthodaw was surrounded by 729 marble slabs inscipted with Buddha teachings. 

Afterwards, we pay a visit to a gold leaf beating workshop. Then, you will have a chance to save a lot of beautiful pictures at the moat surrounding the Royal Palace with magnificient background of the Mandalay Hill.

Dock at Sagaing overnight.

This morning, we take a walking tour around Mingun exploring its highlighted sites. The gigantic brick building constructed by King Bodawpaya in 1790 is our first stop. It is recognized as the largest stupa in world but unfortunatlety, left unfinished since 1808. We also have chance to visit the the world’s second largest ringing bell. 

In the afternoon, we proceed to Sagaing – the religious center of the country where is famous for a great number of monasteries bearing beautiful woodcarvings and elaborate religious arts. Next, we climb to Soon U Ponnya Shin pagoda on the top of the hill to catch the great view of the surrounding area and the mighty Irrawaddy river.   

Afterwards, we take part in a lecture about the lifestyle of the nun at a nunnery. 

Amarapura – one of Burmese former capitals is our next stop (first period: 1783 – 1819; second period: 1839 - 1852). Here, you will have an opportunity to see the signature produces of the ancient city: silk and cotton are made. 

One of the most romantic scenery in Amarapura is taking a local boat on Taungthaman lake at sunset watching U Bein Bridge – the world’s longest teak bridge diving in the magical orange glow.

We anchor overnight at Sagaing.

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly the ideal place for you with a various selection of production of terracotta pottery from the river bank clay.

The village was quite well-known in marking a hictorical event where the first Anglo-Burmese war ended by the peace treaty signed in 1826. In the morning, relax yourself by a waking tour to a pottery workshop ad see first-hand the production process. In here you are welcome to try making a pot by hands.

And you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school. This school was built by the donations of the passengers.

We dock at Shwe Tan Tit village overnight.

Upon arrival in Pakokku, take a tuk tuk to go around the town exploring the vivid market and the center. 

Afterwards, we cruise to the Ayardaw charity clinic which was donated by Pandaw.

In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely walk around the town. 

If you are looking for the best tobacco in Myanmar, Pakokku is always an amazing choice. The spot is a city of about 100,000 residents situated 30 km from Pagan. Pakokku produces many items like tobacco, cotton, peanuts, Thanaka (traditional comestic) and textiles. We can take a tuk tuk to go around the main market of Pakokku.

Next, we move to a cheroot factory where you can learn more about this traditional product and how it made. 

Anchor overnight at Tan Chi village.

We have an interesting visit to the stupa located on the top of the hill by passing through the winding road of the Tant-Chi-Taung mountain.  After that, we enjoy an exhilatating night with the paper – mache elephant dance performance by the inhabitants from Tant-Chi on the way back.

Cruise to Salay, a lovely small town which used to be one of the busiest trading port in the past. Now, it is a quaint village filled with colonial architectural riches and ancient teak monasteries.

Then, join in an exhilarating walking tour to Yoke-Sone Kyaung – one of the most intricated teak carved monasteries in Burma. Then, on our way back, we stop at Salay House.

Dock overnight at Salay.

Today morning, we sail upstream from Salay to Pagan to discover its famous higlights. 

First, we pay a visit to a famous temple known as the most beautiful architechtures in Pagan – Ananda. It was built in AD 1105 under the order of the third king of Pagan dynasty - King Kyansit Thar. Here, you can have a chance to contemplate the Pagan high standard craftsmanship through the sophisticated interior of mural paintings, outstanding Buddha images and glazed plaques.

Myingabar Gubyaukgyi temple is chosen to be the second destination. It was built in AD 1113 in the reign of Prince Rajakumar, son of King Kyansit Thar. You can see many gorgeous pictures depicting the daily life of Pagan people painted on the walls.

Finally, a walking tour around Phwar Saw Village is a perfect way to end a busy sightseeing day. This is a small village of more than 500 residents located between New Pagan and Nyaung U airport. It is said that the village was named after a very famous queen of Pagan who had great influence on 3 Kings in the late 13th century. The life of the villagers here depends on pea and bean cultivation, breeding cattles and making small lacquer items. 

When the day comes to an end, your stroll becomes more interesting than ever when you see a truly authentic picture of the local life. People come back from their work with their cattles and then busy preparing the dinner. 

The ship anchors at Pagan for a night.

We continue to visit the key sites of Bagan today and then move to a lacquerware workshop. There are few stupa in Pagan allowing visitors climb. And luckily, Shwe San Daw will permit us to gain a 360-degree view over the red brick Buddhist constructions. Visting Shwe Zi Gone Pagoda will bring to us an exciting experience about the place preserving a hair relic of the Buddha which was built in AD 1086.

Before returning to the ship and have a sumptuous lunch, we visit the Khay Min Ga pagoda complex which is known as the combination of many architectural styles: Indian, Sri Lankan, Myanmar-Mon hybrid and Myanmar.

For anyone who is interested in lacquerware, do not miss the chance to visit a lacquerware workshop in the afternoon. This is a great opportunity to discover the process of making lacquer handicrafts which is so famous in Pagan and Myanmar in general.

We move on visiting a special complex of 3 temples constructed in the late 13th century - the one and only Payathonezu.

At the end of day, we pay a visit to Dhamayangyi temple which is known for the massive architecture and unique design.

The sunset in Pagan is always one of the most memorable moments in the visitors’ heart, especially from the top of Taung Guni temple. See it with your own eyes and save it with your camera. 

Back to the ship.

We anchor overnight at Pagan.

Disembark from the ship around 9:00am.

Around 16:00pm, we embark on the ship at Sagaing. Then, a sumptuous dinner will be served.

Anchor overnight at Sagaing.

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly the ideal place for you with a various selection of production of terracotta pottery from the river bank clay.

The village was quite well-known in marking a hictorical event where the first Anglo-Burmese war ended by the peace treaty signed in 1826. In the morning, relax yourself by a waking tour to a pottery workshop ad see first-hand the production process. In here you are welcome to try making a pot by hands.

And you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school. This school was built by the donations of the passengers.

We anchor at Shwe Tan Tit village overnight.

Upon arrival in Pakokku, take a tuk tuk to go around the town exploring the vivid market and the center. 

Afterwards, we cruise to the Ayardaw charity clinic which was donated by Pandaw.

In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely walk around the town. 

If you are looking for the best tobacco in Myanmar, Pakokku is always an amazing choice. The spot is a city of about 100,000 residents situated 30 km from Pagan. Pakokku produces many items like tobacco, cotton, peanuts, Thanaka (traditional comestic) and textiles. We can take a tuk tuk to go around the main market of Pakokku.

Next, we move to a cheroot factory where you can learn more about this traditional product and how it made. 

Anchor overnight at Tan Chi village.

We have an interesting visit to the stupa located on the top of the hill by passing through the winding road of the Tant-Chi-Taung mountain.  After that, we enjoy an exhilatating night with the paper – mache elephant dance performance by the inhabitants from Tant-Chi on the way back.

Cruise to Salay, a lovely small town which used to be one of the busiest trading port in the past. Now, it is a quaint village filled with colonial architectural riches and ancient teak monasteries.

Then, join in an exhilarating walking tour to Yoke-Sone Kyaung – one of the most intricated teak carved monasteries in Burma. Then, on our way back, we stop at Salay House.

Anchor overnight at Salay.

In the morning, we sail upstream to Pagan. And after lunch, disembark from the ship for your next journey in the Golden Land.