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Cabins : 24  |  Launched : 2017  |  Length : 202ft  |  Crew Members :

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Presidential Suites

No of Cabins: 2   |   Area: 32 m2 (390 ft2)   |   Bed: King-size Bed

Presidential suite of Makara Queen cruise guarantees to bring the utmost luxury to its guests. Not only furnishing with traditional Burmese handicrafts and sculptures, the cabin also features modern amenities including a well - appointed bathroom, a mini bar as well as 2 private balconies and the massive river - view windows. 

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  • Two private balconies
  • Private shower and bathroom
  • L’Occitane toiletries
  • Satellite television
  • SafeTelephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Welcome fruit basket
  • Complimentary bottled mineral water
  • Complimentary tea and coffee
  • Slippers and bathrobes
  • Minibar
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Deluxe Cabin

No of Cabins: 22   |   Area: 26 m2 (280 ft2)   |   Bed: Twin/Double bed

Deluxe cabin aboard of Makara Queen cruise has a unique blend of modern and traditional style covering an area of 26 square meters. The room includes luxurious amenities as well as French windows and an elegant French balcony which promises to give the utmost comfort and privacy. Type of bed at your request.

Features +
  • Privacy balcony
  • Bathroom and shower
  • Satellite television
  • Safe box
  • Telephone
  • Air conditioning
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • Slipper and bathrobes
  • Minibar
  • Hair dryer
  • Complimentary tea and coffee

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Spa & Wellness

Pyay- Bagan- Mandalay (8D/7N)

Destinations: Pyay – Thayet Myo - Minhla - Magwe - Yenan Chaung - Sale - Bagan - Yandabo - Mandalay

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights itinerary:

  • Explore the impressive archaeological site of Thri – ya – kittiya and other notable landmarks in Pyay
  • Have an intereting tour in Minhla, Sale, Magwe and more through which learn about the culture and local life.
  • Enjoy the luxurious service and facilities on board of Makara Queen Cruise.
Day 01 Pyay – Thayet Myo (L/D)

At 11:00, embark on the ship of Makara Queen Cruise at Pyay. Enjoy your lunch on board. Then, we will spend our afternoon exploring Shwe Zaa Pyu village after 3 hour transferring by coach. Here, you will have a chance to discover the magnificent archaeological zone of Thri – ya – kittiya as well as the stunning Shwesandaw pagoda. We set sail in the evening and drop the anchor at Kama village.

Day 02 Thayet Myo – Minhla (B/L/D)

After you finish your breakfast this morning, we will arrive at Thayet Myo. Horse carriage will be our main transportation in this sightseeing tour. The trip lasts about 3 hours including a visit to the local market, the tranquil colonial town, the rural area and the oldest Burmese golf course. Afterwards, return to the ship and our voyage continues up the river. Drop the anchor near a river side village. 

Day 03 Minhla - Magwe (B/L/D)

We explore Minhla this morning. After breakfast, we take a 30 - minute walking tour through beautiful scenery to Minhla fort. Next, hop on a sampan for a ride (about 2 hours) to visit the 2 Italian - constructed forts. They were built under the ruling of King Mindon in order protect the Royal Burma from the invaders. After that, back to the ship and we continue to sail up the river to reach Magwe. Here, a trishaw will take us to the spectacular Mya – Thalon Pagoda where we can admire the breath – taking sunset moment. Drop the anchor overnight at Magwe. 

Day 04 Magwe - Yenan Chaung (B/L/D)

This morning, we join in an interesting 2 - hour ride by trishaw exploring Magwe markets and the city attractions. After that, return to our Makara Queen cruise as we will keep on sailing up the river the whole afternoon. Moor overnight at a riverside village.

Day 05 Yenan Chaung - Sale (B/L/D)

Sale is our next destination. We take an exciting tour around the town visiting its gorgeous teak monasteries which are famous for the intricate wood works, especially Yoke Son Kyaung monastery; and stunning colonial buildings. Then, get back to the ship for a whole afternoon sailing. Drop anchor overnight at Tantkyi Taung Village.

Day 06 Sale - Bagan (B/L/D)

While you are enjoying your breakfast, our ship will approach the ancient land of Bagan. A sightseeing by coach will be operated providing us an opportunity to explore the renowned temple plain of more than 2,000 Buddhist constructions built from 9th to 13th century. After that, return to the ship for lunch. 

In the afternoon, we pay a visit to a lacquer ware worshop to learn more about the traditional handicraft of this ancient city. And at the end of the day, prepare to be amzed by the jaw – dropping sunset moment in Bagan.

Drop anchor for a night in Bagan.

Day 07 Bagan - Yandabo Village (B/L/ D)

Today, we explore the pottery village of Yandabo which is known as a popular stop in the Bagan – Mandalay cruise itinerary. The village gain its popularity not only by the terracotta products but also a place where the Peace Treaty was signed in 1826 putting an end to the first Anglo – Burmese war. You will have a short tour around the village then re – boarding the ship for the next journey. Drop anchor overnight at Shwe Pauk Pin village.

Day 08 Yandabo Village - Mandalay (B)

Keep on cruising upstream to Mandalay for disembarkation at around 16:00

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Mandalay – Bagan - Pyay (7D/6N)

Destinations: Mandalay – Yandabo Village -  Bagan – Sale - Yenan Chaung – Magwe - Minhla – Thayet Myo - Pyay

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights itinerary:

  • Explore the impressive archaeological site of Thri – ya – kittiya and other notable landmarks in Pyay
  • Have an intereting tour in Minhla, Sale, Magwe and more through which learn about the culture and local life.
  • Enjoy the luxurious service and facilities on board of Makara Queen Cruise.
Day 01 Mandalay – Yandabo Village (L/D)

At 9:00, embark on Makara Queen Cruise in Mandalay. The ship will then start sailing down the river at 9:30am. About 16:30 we approach the pottery village of Yandab which is known as a popular stop in the Bagan – Mandalay cruise itinerary. The village gain its popularity not only by the terracotta products but also a place where the Peace Treaty was signed in 1826 putting an end to the first Anglo – Burmese war. You will have a short tour around the village then re – boarding the ship for the next journey. Drop anchor overnight at Chinwind Confluence.

Day 02 Yandabo Village – Bagan (B/L/D)

Around 9:00 this morning, we arrive at Bagan. A sightseeing by coach will be operated providing us an opportunity to explore the renowned temple plain of more than 2,000 Buddhist constructions built from 9th to 13th century. After that, return to the ship for lunch. 

In the afternoon, we pay a visit to a lacquer ware worshop to learn more about the traditional handicraft of this ancient city. And at the end of the day, prepare to be amzed by the jaw – dropping sunset moment in Bagan.

Drop anchor for a night in Bagan.

Day 03 Bagan – Sale (B/L/D)

Sale is our next destination. We take an exciting tour around the town visiting its gorgeous teak monasteries which are famous for the intricate wood works, especially Yoke Son Kyaung monastery; and stunning colonial buildings. Drop anchor overnight near Yenan Chaung. 

Day 04 Yenan Chaung – Magwe (B/L/D)

This morning, we join in an interesting 2 - hour ride by trishaw exploring Magwe markets and the city attractions. After that, we return to the ship to have lunch and in the laste afternoon, our exploration continues to the spectacular Mya – Thalon Pagoda where we can admire the breath – taking sunset moment. Drop the anchor overnight at Magwe. 

Day 05 Magwe – Minhla – Thayet Myo (B/L/D)

We spend this morning discovering Minhla. After breakfast, we take a 30 - minute walking tour through beautiful scenery to Minhla fort. Next, hop on a sampan for a ride (about 2 hours) to visit the 2 Italian - constructed forts. They were built under the ruling of King Mindon in order protect the Royal Burma from the invaders. Afterwards, back to the ship and we keep crusing down the river and drop the anchor overnight near Zaung Chan Taung village 

Day 06 Thayet Myo – Pyay (B/L/D)

After you finish your breakfast this morning, we will arrive at Thayet Myo. Horse carriage will be our main transportation in this sightseeing tour. The trip lasts about 3 hours including a visit to the local market, the tranquil colonial town, the rural area and the oldest Burmese golf course. Afterwards, return to the ship and our voyage continues down the river to Pyay. We will spend our afternoon exploring Pyay by coach. The tour includes a visit to Maw Zaa Pyu village, the magnificent archaeological zone of Thri – ya – kittiya as well as the stunning Shwesandaw pagoda. 

Day 07 Pyay (B)

Enjoy your last breakfast onboard of Makara Queen Cruise and then say goodbye to the crew.

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Bagan - Monywa - Mandalay (6D/5N)

Destinations: Bagan – Yandabo Village – MyinMu – Monywa – Sagaing – Mingun – Mandalay

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights itinerary:

  • Discover the lesser - known villages on the bank of Irrawaddy river
  • Admire the magnificent landmarks in Monywa.
  • Visit the ancient capitals of Burma including Mingun, Mandalay, Ava (Inwa) and Sagaing.
  • Enjoy the luxury onboard of Makara Queen Cruise.
Day 01 Bagan – River Village Stop (L/D)

Embark on the Makara Queen Cruise at around 11:30am at Irrawaddy Princess Jetty. Enjoy some refreshments onboard while a safety briefing is given. The ship starts crusing up the river and making a stop at a sleepy riverside village in the late afternoon. 

Day 02 River village – Yandabo Village – MyinMu (B/L/D)

This morning, we explore the pottery village of Yandabo which is known as a popular stop in the Bagan – Mandalay cruise itinerary. The village gain its popularity not only by the terracotta products but also a place where the Peace Treaty was signed in 1826 putting an end to the first Anglo – Burmese war. You will have a short tour around the village then re – boarding the ship for the next journey.

Drop anchor overnight close to Myin Mu. 

Day 03 MyinMu – Monywa – Myin Mu (B/L/D)

After finishing your breakfast, we start discovering Monywa by coach. Our first stop is the outstanding Sambuddhia Kat Kyaw pagoda where is home to more than 500,000 Buddha statues. Next up, we proceed to visit a special lacquer ware workshop in Kyaukka village where the “plain lacquer” products of only 2 colors: black and red are made. Last but not least, we pay a visit to the Aung Sakyar Stupa to observe the longest reclining Buddha image of Burma. Lunch at a local restaurant. Dinner onboard.

Day 04 Myin Mu – Inwa – Sagaing (B/L/D)

Today, we visit Ava – the ancient capital of Burma by horse cart. Our first attraction to explore is the watch tower of Namyint, then proceed to admire the beautiful structure of Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery and the elaborate wood carvings of the Bargayar Monastery. Afterwards, return the ship as we keep cruising up the river to Sagaing. Upon arrival, you will be transferred by coach for a 2.5 hour tour discovering the highlights of Sagaing. 

Re – boarding the ship and enjoy the mesmerizing sunset moment over the magnificent Sagaing Hill.

Drop anchor overnight near Sagaing. 

Day 05 Sagaing – Mingun – Mandalay Sightseeing (B/L/D)

Early this morning, we cruise to Mingun and explore its gorgeous sites including the second largest bell in the world – Mingun Bell, the outstanding Pahtodawgyi pagoda and the “home for the aged”. Afterwards, we sail down the river and get off the ship at Gaw Win Jetty. After lunch, we start discovering Mandalay. First of all, we visit Mahamuni pagoda – one of the most prestigious Buddhist constructions in Myanmar where is home to the revered gilded Buddha statue. Then, we will have a chance to witness the making procedures of tapestry, wood and marble carving, bronze casting, gold leaf beating as well as silk weaving in the local workshops. Next up, we move to visit Mandalay Palace, the beautiful teak monastery of Shwenandaw, Atumashi monastery and Kuthodaw pagoda.

Tonight, we will have a special dinner on the sandbank of the mighty Irrawaddy river. 

Day 06 Mandalay (B)

Today morning, we cruise to Shwe Kyat Yat Jetty for disembarkation (around 8:30am).

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Bagan to Mandalay (4D/3N)

Destinations: Bagan – Mt.Tantgyi – Yandabo Village – Ava – Sagaing - Mandalay (Up Stream)

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights itinerary:

  • Learn more about the history and culture of the pottery village of Yandabo
  • Have a fascinating tour with horse cart exploring the highlights of the ancient capital of Ava
  • Enjoy 3 luxury nights onboard of Makara Queen Cruise.
Day 01 Bagan – Mt Tantgyi (L/D)

Embark on Makara Queen Cruise at Bagan. You will be welcome by our crew with some refreshments. A safety briefing will also be provided at that time. Then, we start cruising to Mt. Tantgyi. Upon arrival at the river bank, you can choose to climb to the top or be transferred by car. Relax and enjoy the panoramic view of Bagan from the pagoda located on the top of the mountain.

Overnight on board.

Day 02 Mt.Tantgyi – Yandabo (B/L/D)

This morning, we explore the pottery village of Yandabo which is known as a popular stop in the Bagan – Mandalay cruise itinerary. The village gain its popularity not only by the terracotta products but also a place where the Peace Treaty was signed in 1826 putting an end to the first Anglo – Burmese war. You will have a short tour around the village then re – boarding the ship.

Day 03 Yandabo – Ava (B/L/D)

Today, we visit Ava – the ancient capital of Burma by horse cart. Our first attraction to explore is the watch tower of Namyint, then proceed to admire the beautiful structure of Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery and the elaborate wood carvings of the Bargayar Monastery.

Overnight on board.

Day 04 Ava – Sagaing – Mandalay (B)

After breakfast, our exploration in Sagaing begins whether on foot or by horse carriage depeding on your choice. Then, return to the ship and we cruise to Mandalay for disembarkation.

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Mandalay to Bagan (4D/3N)

Destinations: Mandalay – Mingun – Sagaing -Myinmu- Yandabo Village – Mt.Tantgyi – Bagan  (Down Stream)

Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details

Highlights itinerary:

  • Learn more about the history and culture of the pottery village of Yandabo
  • Have a fascinating tour with horse cart exploring the highlights of the ancient capital of Ava
  • Enjoy 3 luxury nights onboard of Makara Queen Cruise.
Day 01 Mandalay – Mingun -Sagaing (L/D)

At 10:00am, embark on Makara Queen Cruise. You will be welcome by our crew with some refreshments. A safety briefing will also be provided at that time. Then, we start cruising to Mingun and explore its gorgeous sites including the second largest bell in the world – Mingun Bell, the outstanding Pahtodawgyi pagoda and the “home for the aged”. Lunch will be served on board while our ship head to Sagaing. Upon arrival, we visit some notable Buddhist constructions of the area and watch the magical sunset over Sagaing Hill.

Drop anchor near Sagaing

Day 02 Sagaing – Inwa - Myinmu (B/L/D)

Today, we visit Ava – the ancient capital of Burma by horse cart. Our first attraction to explore is the watch tower of Namyint, then proceed to admire the beautiful structure of Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery and the elaborate wood carvings of the Bargayar Monastery. After that, back to the ship and we cruise down the river to Minmyu where is crammed with merchants. Shin Pin Shwe Luu Pagoda is a must – see attractions here.

Overnight on board.

Day 03 Yandabo – Mt.Tantgyi (B/L/D)

This morning, we explore the pottery village of Yandabo which is known as a popular stop in the Bagan – Mandalay cruise itinerary. The village gain its popularity not only by the terracotta products but also a place where the Peace Treaty was signed in 1826 putting an end to the first Anglo – Burmese war. You will have a short tour around the village then, re – boarding the ship for a journey to Mt.Tantgyi. Upon arrival at the river bank, you can choose to climb to the top or be transferred by car. Relax and enjoy the panoramic view of Bagan from the pagoda located on the top of the mountain.

Overnight on board.

Day 04 Mt.Tantgyi – Bagan (B)

We set sail early to Bagan for disembarkation, enjoy your last breakfast onboard of Makara Queen Cruise and then say goodbye to the crew.

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RV Makara Queen Cruise Policy

1. If there is any changes regarding schedule, itinerary or times, RV Makara Queen will change at short notice. The cruise reserves the right to cancel or pospone up to 30 days before departure. Whenthe water level is too high or low, passengers will be offerd with alternative itinerary.

2. All quoted prices, invoices and receipts will be given in US dollar.

3. 10 percen service charge and 5 per cent government tax will not be include in all rates.

4. Passengers will take the responsibility for loss of baggage, money, and other personal items.

5. The cruise has the right to introduce a fuel surcharge whenever there is an increase in fuel price during the trip.

6. It is recommended for elderly clients and pregnant travelers to consult their doctor to ensure they are fit to travel.

7. The manager and the crew will try their best to ensure that there is no change happens because of weather, mechanical difficulties or unexpectied situations.

8. The policies is apply for both direct bookings and bookings through sales agents.

9. 30 days prior to departure time, cruise tickets must be issued. Passengers will not allow to board the cruise without the ticket.

10. Bookings cancelled because of extreme weather will not be refunded.

11. All passengers are required to board the cruise at least 30 minutes before departure.

marystock

United Kingdom

New Year's cruise Irrawaddy River, Myanmar

December, 2017

* This ship is very clean and well equipped with modern amenities.
* Excellent service in all areas
* The Cabin is spacious, clean with a modern bathroom providing an incredible 180 degree forward view.
* The ship held a new year celebration with special dinner, traditional performances and fire ... More +

Anuman

Thailand

5-Star Luxury and very friendly staff!

April, 2017

* All cabins were great and new with private balcony and modern bathroom.
* Very attentive and helpful staffs.
* Highly recommended.

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