RV Pandaw II

We arrive at Prome - our first destination in the afternoon. Then, we take a coach to visit Thiri-ya-kittiya - one of the most magnificent former centers of the Pyu civilization. This place is a famous 5th-8th century archaeological site of beautiful country with an attractive museum which preserves many early Buddhist artifacts and sculptures.

Thayetmyo is a beautiful colonial town which used to protect the border between Royal Myanmar and British Myanmar in the 2nd Anglo Myanmar War in 1855. Many buildings here, including the market exisit from tthe previous period. Mayet also prouds to own the oldest golf course in Myanmar (1885). 

We will pay a visit to the market, observe the amazing colonial houses and do not foget to take a horse cart to pass through the golf course and enjoy the botanical garden.

Coming to Magwe, you will have a chance to visit two well-known forts which were constructed in Italian concept- called Minhla. Kipling used to write a poem inspired from the fight for Minhla redoubts and the death of a young subaltern. Then, we will reach to a special pagoda built with solid gold bricks - magnificent Magwe Myat-thalon Pagoda. At the end of day, enjoy a walking tour around many nat shrines and hermitages in the temple area.

On this day we visit a special - concept monastery named Yout-sau n-kyaung with its stunning wood carvings. Then, we discover a magnificent zone of colonial-style houses and go on sailing upstream.

When the sun rises, get off the ship at the Tan-Chi-Taung mountain and enjoy the view. Then, we continue visiting one of the highlights of our trip - the 3,000 monuments listed in the World Heritage Site, Pagan.

We begin our trip by taking a coach to explore further the archaeological zone and its monuments. A visit to the lacquerware workshop will then followed after that. Next, we will spend time visiting a local market. Then keep sailing to the upstream at noon. Evening is also a perfect time to walk peacefully at Oh Ne Kyaung village and learn about how the locals’ live in this typical riverside community.

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly an ideal place for you to learn about the pot making process. Then, you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school which was built by the donations of the passengers.

If you want to know more about Mandalay ‘s culture, do not forget to visit the Mahamuni Pagoda and Shwe Nan Daw Kyaung teak monastery. And we will travel to Sagaing in the afternoon where is famous for its 1000 hermitages and sanctuaries, well-off in woodcarving and religious art. 

After that, you take a coach to discover the old capital of Amarapura. When the sun sets, we asure you that taking a boat ride along Taungthaman lake and enjoying the senerity of this beautiful lake will be an unforgettable memory in your heart.

Mingun is our next destination. It is well-known for the largest working bell in the world and the uncompleted pagoda. And surprisingly, this pagoda is also the largest single mass of brick building in the world. 

You will never want to miss the chance to visit the Mingun Old Peoples Home which was originally established with the support of the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company in the 1930s.

You will never believe in your eyes until you visit the magnificent potteries near Kyauk-myoung. This place is where the 50 gallon water pots are made by hand. In here, we will see the whole making process from the beginning to the end. 

In the afternoon, we cruise back downstream to Mandalay.

Disembark at Mandalay.

We get on the ship and have delicous lunch onboard. After that, we come to the center Mandalay and visit a list of famous places like Mahamuni Pagoda, Shwe-im-bin teak carved monastery and Amarapura with the teak Bagaya Kyaung, Menu Ok-kyaung. But do not forget to take photographs with the beautiful U Bein Bridge when we cross.

We continue to discover the old capitals of Ava and then keep cruising downstream while lunch is served on ship. 

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly an ideal place for you to learn about the pot making process. Then, you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school which was built by the donations of the passengers.

We continue touring around the World Heritage Site – Pagan and visit some of the most famous monuments. Then, pay a visit to the lacquer workshops for some lovely souvenirs.

One of the best activities today is reaching Tan-Chi-Taung mountain by mini van and hold the magical sunrise moment over Pagan in your mind. Next, we visit a special - concept monastery named Yout-sau n-kyaung which was constructed by stunning wood carvings. Afterwards, we discover a magnificent zone of colonial-style houses.

Let’s challenge yourself by climbing the river bank and winding your way in the labyrinth of passages. Then, we will reach to a special pagoda built completely with solid gold bricks - magnificent Magwe Myat-thalon Pagoda.

Firstly, we pay a visit to the 2 Italian - built forts in Minhla. Next up, the beautiful colonial town of Thayetmyo is our next stop. It was known to protect the border between Royal Myanmar and British Myanmar in the 2nd Anglo Myanmar War in 1855. Many buildings here, including the market exisit from tthe previous period. Mayet also prouds to own the oldest golf course in Myanmar (1885). 

We will pay a visit to the market, observe the amazing colonial houses and do not foget to take a horse cart to pass through the golf course and enjoy the botanical garden.

We take a coach to visit Thiri-ya-kittiya - one of the most magnificent former centers of the Pyu civilization. This place is a famous 5th-8th century archaeological site of beautiful country with an attractive museum which preserves many early Buddhist artifacts and sculptures.

It is absolutely a wonderful day for anyone. We visit A KaukTaung where is so famous for many stunning stone carving on the cliff.

On this day, our guests have free time to explore the Delta creeks and take a break at Donabyu, a quite famous town for a busy port and hurried markets.

Today, we will cruise through the Rangoon River and then enter the Twante Canal, which is the point of junction between the River and the Irrawaddy Delta. On our way, we stop at the Twante in the afternoon. And it is time to enter the Yangon river port.

Disembarkation at Rangoon (Yangon).

Embarkation at Yangon. We start cruising to Twante Canal which is known as the junction point between Yangon River and Irrawaddy Delta. Then, we stop at Twante Town and spend time exploring the city center.

Morning is always the best time to visit the busy market in Maubin.  In the afternoon, we have time to discover the delta area of NyaungDon city and learn about the life style here. We stay at Zakagyi overnight

Today morning begins with an excursion to the quaint town of Donabyu, which is quite well-known for a busy port and crowded markets. Additionally, there is a historical event happened here in 1825 during the First Anglo Burmese war. Burmese General Maha-Bandoola died in action.

We will spend the afternoon time walking around Zalon city and visiting the beautiful Golden Buddha statue. After that, comeback to the ship. Anchor overnight at Henzada.

We cruise this whole day and stop at the Delta town of Manaung where features numerous beautiful colonial buildings. Approach Irrawaddy river.

In the early morning, you will have an opportunity to see by yourself the stunning Buddha carvings on the mountainside from the ship’s upper deck or Sundeck when we sail slowly upstream and downstream A Kaut Taung area. 

We will arrive in Prome by the afternoon. Then, we take a coach to visit Thiri-ya-kittiya - one of the most magnificent former centers of the Pyu civilization. This place owns a famous 5th-8th century archaeological site, an attractive museum which preserves many early Buddhist artifacts and sculptures.

Thayetmyo is a beautiful colonial town which used to protect the border between Royal Myanmar and British Myanmar in the 2nd Anglo Myanmar War in 1855. Many buildings here, including the market exisit from tthe previous period. Mayet also prouds to own the oldest golf course in Myanmar (1885). 

We will pay a visit to the market, observe the amazing colonial houses and do not foget to take a horse cart to pass through the golf course and enjoy the botanical garden.

Coming to Magwe, you will have a chance to visit two well-known forts which were constructed in Italian concept- called Minhla. Kipling used to write a poem inspired from the fight for Minhla redoubts and the death of a young subaltern. Then, we will reach to a special pagoda built with solid gold bricks - magnificent Magwe Myat-thalon Pagoda. At the end of day, enjoy a walking tour around many nat shrines and hermitages in the temple area.

On this day we visit a special - concept monastery named Yout-sau n-kyaung with its stunning wood carvings. Then, we discover a magnificent zone of colonial-style houses and go on sailing upstream.

When the sun rises, get off the ship at the Tan-Chi-Taung mountain and enjoy the view. Then, we continue visiting one of the highlights of our trip - the 3,000 monuments listed in the World Heritage Site, Pagan.

We begin our trip by taking a coach to explore further the archaeological zone and its monuments. A visit to the lacquerware workshop will then followed after that. Next, we will spend time visiting a local market. Then keep sailing to the upstream at noon. Evening is also a perfect time to walk peacefully at Oh Ne Kyaung village and learn about how the locals’ live in this typical riverside community.

Yandabo - a lovely small rural village is truly an ideal place for you to learn about the pot making process. Then, you can see what the kindness can do when you visit the Pandaw school which was built by the donations of the passengers.

If you want to know more about Mandalay‘s culture, do not forget to visit the Mahamuni Pagoda and Shwe Nan Daw Kyaung teak monastery. And we will travel to Sagaing in the afternoon where is famous for its 1000 hermitages and sanctuaries, well-off in woodcarving and religious art. 

After that, you take a coach to discover the old capital of Amarapura. When the sun sets, we asure you that taking a boat ride along Taungthaman lake and enjoying the senerity of this beautiful lake will be an unforgettable memory in your heart.

Mingun is our next destination. It is well-known for the largest working bell in the world and the uncompleted pagoda. And surprisingly, this pagoda is also the largest single mass of brick building in the world. 

You will never want to miss the chance to visit the Mingun Old Peoples Home which was originally established with the support of the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company in the 1930s.

You will never believe in your eyes until you visit the magnificent potteries near Kyauk-myoung. This place is where the 50 gallon water pots are made by hand. In here, we will see the whole making process from the beginning to the end. 

In the afternoon, we cruise back downstream to Mandalay.

Disembarkation at Mandalay.

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.

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.

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.

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.