RV Zawgyi Pandaw
Cabins : 10 | Launched : 2014 | Length : 40.58m (133ft) | Crew Members : 10
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⇒ Complementary welcome airport pick up on your first day arriving Myanmar or drop-off at your last day in Myanmar. (Except programs of 1 night and 02 night cruise)
Main Deck Cabins
No of Cabins: 6 | Area: 14m2 (150ft2) | Bed: Double/Twin Beds
You can choose to stay either in the double bed or twin bed rooms on the main deck of RV Zawgyi Pandaw. Because, all the cabins feature modern amenities and a fairly - large area which will ensure comfort and convenience for guests. Welcoming gift and flower are also prepared.
- Air-conditioner
- Mini-safe
- Luggage storage
- Wardrobe
- Hair dryer
- Kimono and slippers
- Premium mattresses
- Unlimited mineral water
- Mini DVD Players
Upper Deck Cabins
No of Cabins: 4 | Area: 14m2 (150ft2) | Bed: Double/Twin Beds
Zawgyi Pandaw cruise offers 4 cabins on the upper deck with ample living area. Each and every room is fully equipped with amazing amenities, private bathroom and a huge French window offering fantastic view over the river.
- Air-conditioner
- Mini-safe
- Luggage storage
- Wardrobe
- Hair dryer
- Kimono and slippers
- Premium mattresses
- Unlimited mineral water
- Mini DVD Players
Lounge
Bar
Activities On Board
Excursions
The Chindwin: 7 Nights Monywa – Homalin (Upstream)
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights itinerary:
- Enjoy 7 incredible nights with a lot of interesting activities and luxuries onbroad
- Have chances to learn more about Myanmar’s culture through towns and villages visited.
- Explore the key sites on the bank of Chinwind river like Monywa or Homalin.
We spend all the afternoon visiting Thandboodi Temple and Bawdhi Tahaung statue. And then, you can do some shopping at the night market in the evening.
IMPORTANT: In December, the itinerary can be changed due to the low water level. The ship will sail through Mawlaik and return at Kalewa where you can hop a flight to Yangon or Mandalay. The alternative voyage promises to be as interesting as the original one.
PLEASE NOTE: The itinerary of this voyage can be changed as we access to the remote areas.
Morning is the best time to visit the Phowin Taung Caves, where we enjoy the beautiful of mural paintings and Buddha images in various shapes and sizes. Transfer by coach.
After that, we sail up the Chindwin river.
When the river narrows and the forest hills are replaced with farmland, we pass through a lot of beautiful villages in which Kanea is our stop for relaxing.
Mingkin is considered as Luang Prabang of the Chindwin which was re - explored by Paul Strachan in 1987. As he noted in his famous book – Mandalay: Travels from the Golden Land, Mingkin is the most historical and artisitic place in Myanmar. You can also find a beautiful teak monastery here.
Afterwards, we procced to visit the gateway town of the Chin State - Kalewa. Here, we have a chance to explore a bustling market and a stunning wooden construction.
Mawlaik is one of the most historical locations in Myanmar – which is chose to replace Kindat as the administrative capital. Sadly, Burmese people refused to move there from upstream Kindat. During the period of 1920s and 1930s, the town was mainly colonized as houses of the Scottish, which owned and run Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation. You will also see a lush golf course covered with lots of magnificent ‘Dak Bungalows’.
Mawlaik and the other towns of the Upper Chindwin will bring to you a new experience of travelling by boat. Once setting foot onto this land, you will feel like travelling on the Pandaw time machine to a dream land.
When passing the mouth of the Yu River which drains the Kubu valley, our guides will tell a story about this place. It is a place that provided the route for a Lieutenant Grant to march to the relief of the Manipur garrison when the chief commissioner of Assam was murdered in a local revolt.
Sitthaung was known as the final resting place of many IFC steamers scuppered in 1942. This was a movement against the invasion of the Japanese. If you are looking for the historical exhibits, we hope some remains of these ships like those in Katha on the Irrawaddy will interested you. Moreover, an impotant oil refinery called Pantha can be founded here which belongs to the Indo-Burma Petroleum Co (Steel Brothers).
Also from here, some survivors of the Japanese invasion marched out to Tamu through the India border.
Today, you will have a chance to explore the ancient Shan enclave – Tougdoot or known as Hsawng – hsup in Tai where lies the palace and court of the ruling Sawbwa since the British administration. It is an interesting experience to learn about the history of the region, its culture and people.
After that, we cruise to Homalin – the furthest point of Chinwind river that our ship can reach. As Alister McCrae used to say in the visit in 1935 ‘I loved the atmosphere of quiet and peaceful living there. At night I could hear greylag geese as they came in to the flooded land around us from far away north’. And Bird in 1897 also says little that Homalin is the headquarters of a township, but it seems having a small trade’. However, the destination promises to bring many surprises. You have to go there and experience by yourself.
Disembark from the ship.
What's Included
- One way domestic flight
JUL- NOV: Yangon/Mandalay - Homalin or Homalin-Yangon/Mandalay
DEC-FEB: Yangon/Mandalay - Kalewa or Kalewa -Yangon/Mandalay
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
The Chindwin: 7 Nights Homalin - Monywa (Downstream)
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights itinerary:
- Enjoy 7 incredible nights with a lot of interesting activities and luxuries onbroad
- Have chances to learn more about Myanmar’s culture through towns and villages visited.
- Explore the key sites on the bank of Chinwind river like Monywa or Homalin
Homalin – the furthest point of Chinwind river that our ship can reach. As Alister McCrae used to say in the visit in 1935 ‘I loved the atmosphere of quiet and peaceful living there. At night I could hear greylag geese as they came in to the flooded land around us from far away north’. However, the destination promises to bring many surprises. You have to go there and experience by yourself.
IMPORTANT: Due to the low water level in December, we will cruise to Kalay instead of Homalin. We will embark at Kalewa, then sailing north to Mawlaik and cruising back to Monywa.
Today, you will have a chance to explore the ancient Shan enclave – Toungdoot or known as Hsawng – hsup in Tai where lies the palace and court of the ruling Sawbwa since the British administration. It is an interesting experience to learn about the history of the region, its culture and people.
Moreover, an important oil refinery called Pantha can be founded here which belongs to the Indo-Burma Petroleum Co (Steel Brothers).
Sitthaung was known as the final resting place of many IFC steamers scuppered in 1942. This was a movement against the invasion of the Japanese. If you are looking for the historical exhibits, we hope some remains of these ships like those in Katha on the Irrawaddy will interested you.
Also from here, some survivors of the Japanese invasion marched out to Tamu through the India border.
When passing the mouth of the Yu River which drains the Kubu valley, our guides will tell a story about this place. It is a place that provided the route for a Lieutenant Grant to march to the relief of the Manipur garrison when the chief commissioner of Assam was murdered in a local revolt.
Mawlaik is one of the most historical locations in Myanmar – which is chose to replace Kindat as the administrative capital. Sadly, Burmese people refused to move there from upstream Kindat. During the period of 1920s and 1930s, the town was mainly colonized as houses of the Scottish, which owned and run Bombay Burmah Trading Corporation. You will also see a lush golf course covered with lots of magnificent ‘Dak Bungalows’.
Mawlaik and the other towns of the Upper Chindwin will bring to you a new experience of travelling by boat. Once setting foot onto this land, you will feel like travelling on the Pandaw time machine to a dream land.
Afterwards, we procced to visit the gateway town of the Chin State - Kalewa. Here, we have a chance to explore a bustling market and a stunning wooden construction.
Mingkin is considered as Luang Prabang of the Chindwin which was re - explored by Paul Strachan in 1987. As he noted in his famous book – Mandalay: Travels from the Golden Land, Mingkin is the most historical and artisitic place in Myanmar. You can also find a beautiful teak monastery here.
We sail through many villages and greenery hills as the ship enter the lower Chindwind. Then, we stop at Monywa and pay a visit to the magnificent Thanbodi Temple.
Morning is the best time to visit the Phowin Taung Caves, where we enjoy the beautiful of mural paintings and Buddha images in various shapes and sizes. Transfer by coach.
Disembark from the ship at Monywa and transfer to Mandalay.
What's Included
- One way domestic flight
JUL- NOV: Yangon/Mandalay - Homalin or Homalin-Yangon/Mandalay
DEC-FEB: Yangon/Mandalay - Kalewa or Kalewa -Yangon/Mandalay
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
A Voyage to Nagaland: 7 Nights Kalewa - Kindat - Sittaung - Khamti - Homalin (Upstream)
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights itinerary:
- Relax and enjoy the 7 interesting night voyage with Pandaw River Cruises.
- Explore the pristine places on the bank of the exotic Chinwind river like Sitthaung or Homalin
- Discover the unique way of life of the ethnic minorities.
- Meet the brave and extraordinary Naga warriors
You will be transferred to your Pandaw ship. Then, it’s time for an inland excursion to begin. We will visit a local market first and after that, get on the top of the hill to catch the panoramic view over the Chinwind river and the surroundings.
PLEASE NOTE: The itinerary of this voyage can be changed as we access to the remote areas. The itinerary of this voyage can be changed as we access to the remote areas.
On this day, we visit a beautiful village called Ma Sein. Then, we move on saling to Mawlaik where placed the former headquater of the Bombay Burmah Corporation for timer harvesting operation in the Chindwin Area.
We cruise to Kindat today whose name is known as “military garrison” in Burmese language. We will pay a visit to a colonial post office which now becomes a school. Next, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and the hospitality at the favorite place of many Pandaw’s passengers – Yuwa village.
Sitthaung was known as the final resting place of many IFC steamers scuppered in 1942. This was a movement against the invasion of the Japanese. If you are looking for the historical exhibits, we hope some remains of these ships like those in Katha on the Irrawaddy will interested you. Moreover, an impotant oil refinery called Pantha can be founded here which belongs to the Indo-Burma Petroleum Co (Steel Brothers).
Also from here, some survivors of the Japanese invasion marched out to Tamu through the India border.
Last but not least, we take a walking tour at Paungpyin village through its colorful market and the charming wooden houses.
Today, you will have a chance to explore the ancient Shan enclave – Tougdoot or known as Hsawng – hsup in Tai where lies the palace and court of the ruling Sawbwa since the British administration. It is an interesting experience to learn about the history of the region, its culture and people.
As Alister McCrae used to say in the visit in 1935 ‘I loved the atmosphere of quiet and peaceful living there. At night I could hear greylag geese as they came in to the flooded land around us from far away north’.
We continue sailing upstream to the beautiful remote area of Nagaland. In the afternoon, we approach Khamti. The town is known for the massive resource of gold in the nearby branch of the Chindwin river. Therfore, the tilte “the land full of Gold” was named to this region. Here, you will have an opportunity to explore the town, the stunning monastery and interact with the people speaking Tai.
Today morning starts with a visit to Khamti’s local market. Then, our ship keeps cruising on Chindwin river to Homalin. We will stop at a pristine village which is rarely visited by the tourists.
We spend this whole morning exploring Homalin. Located near the Indian border, Homalin is blessed with stunning landscape and spectacular mountains with some reaching the height of 9,000 feet. During World War II, Japanese army took over the town. And the famous Irrawaddy Flotilla Company used to pay a visit here either.
In the afternoon, disembark from the ship and you will be transferred to the airport for your flight.
What's Included
- Domestic flights Yangon/Manday to Kalewa and Homalin to Yangon/Mandalay.
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water.
- Quality mountain bikes available for independent exploration on the Kalay and Zawgyi Pandaws.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
A Voyage to Nagaland: 7 Nights Homalin - Khamti - Sittaung - Kindat – Kalewa (Downstream)
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights itinerary:
- Relax and enjoy the 7 interesting night voyage with Pandaw River Cruises.
- Explore the pristine places on the bank of the exotic Chinwind river like Sitthaung or Homalin
- Discover the unique way of life of the ethnic minorities.
- Meet the brave and extraordinary Naga warriors
Embark the ship at Homalin.
PLEASE NOTE: The itinerary of this voyage can be changed as we access to the remote areas.
On this day, we sail to the far north into Nagaland, an untouched and spectacular tribal area. The truth is that Pandaw is the first luxury cruise line to reach this point. We will stop at some villages where foreigners are completely strangers to the inhabitants.
Today, we will arrive at Khamti. The town is known for the massive resource of gold in the nearby branch of the Chindwin river. Therfore, the tilte “the land full of Gold” was named to this region. Here, you will have an opportunity to explore the town, the stunning monastery and interact with the people speaking Tai. Afterwards, we cruise downstream to Homalin.
We spend this whole morning exploring Homalin. Located near the Indian border, Homalin is blessed with stunning landscape and spectacular mountains with some reaching the height of 9,000 feet. During World War II, Japanese army took over the town. And the famous Irrawaddy Flotilla Company used to pay a visit here either.
Next, we will explore the ancient Shan enclave – Tougdoot or known as Hsawng – hsup in Tai where lies the palace and court of the ruling Sawbwa since the British administration. It is an interesting experience to learn about the history of the region, its culture and people.
As Alister McCrae used to say in the visit in 1935 ‘I loved the atmosphere of quiet and peaceful living there. At night I could hear greylag geese as they came in to the flooded land around us from far away north’
Sitthaung was known as the final resting place of many IFC steamers scuppered in 1942. This was a movement against the invasion of the Japanese. If you are looking for the historical exhibits, we hope some remains of these ships like those in Katha on the Irrawaddy will interested you. Moreover, an impotant oil refinery called Pantha can be founded here which belongs to the Indo-Burma Petroleum Co (Steel Brothers).
Also from here, some survivors of the Japanese invasion marched out to Tamu through the India border.
We continue cruise downstream until reaching Yuwa village where we anchor overnight.
We cruise to Kindat today whose name is known as “military garrison” in Burmese language. We will pay a visit to a colonial post office which now becomes a school. Next, enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and the hospitality at the favorite place of many Pandaw’s passengers – Yuwa village.
On this day, we visit a beautiful village called Ma Sein. Then, we move on saling to Mawlaik where placed the former headquater of the Bombay Burmah Corporation for timer harvesting operation in the Chindwin Area.
Afterwards, we move on sailing to Kalewa to discover the area called the gateway of the Chin State. Then, it’s time for an inland excursion to begin. We will visit a local market first and after that, get on the top of the hill to catch the panoramic view over the Chinwind river and the surroundings.
Enjoy your last breakfast on board and then, say goodbye to the crew. You will be transferred to the airport in Kalay for your next flight.
What's Included
- Domestic flights Yangon/Manday to Kalewa and Homalin to Yangon/Mandalay.
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language)
- Gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water.
- Quality mountain bikes available for independent exploration on the Kalay and Zawgyi Pandaws.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
2 Nights Pagan – Mandalay Short Cruise (Upstream)
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights itinerary:
- Enjoy 2 amazing nights on board of Pandaw river cruise.
- Explore the 2 most famous destinations of Myanmar – Bagan and Mandalay.
- Discover the pottery town of Yandabo and its local school built with the support of Pandaw.
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.
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language), gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
2 Nights Mandalay – Pagan Short Cruise (Downstream)
Departure date of itinerary: Contact us for details
Highlights itinerary:
- Enjoy 2 amazing nights on board of Pandaw river cruise.
- Explore the 2 most famous destinations of Myanmar – Bagan and Mandalay.
- Discover the pottery town of Yandabo and its local school built with the support of Pandaw.
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.
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Guide services (English language), gratuities to crew
- Main meals
- Locally made soft drinks
- Local beer and local spirits
- Jugged coffee and selection of teas and tisanes
- Mineral water.
What's Not Included
- International flights
- Port dues (if levied)
- Laundry
- All visa costs
- Fuel surcharges (see terms and conditions)
- Imported beverages such as wines, premium spirits and liqueurs, fancy soft drinks like Perrier, espressos and cappuccinos at bar
- Tips to tour guides, local guides, bus drivers, boat operators and cyclo drivers.
RV Zawgyi Pandaw Policy
1. Alteration of schedule and cruise itinerary
In spite of the fact that we will do our best to assure that the announced itinerary is followed at the strictest possible level, occasionally, we might have to alter or delay the schedules and itineraries in the last minute due to the uncertainty of local weather and river conditions.
2. Change point of embarkation and disembarkation
If the cruise encounters difficulty in embarking and disembarking passengers at the scheduled points, RV Zawgyi Pandaw will bear no extra cost of transporting to and from the embarking and disembarking place except for the case that the passengers or their agents have purchased a package tour including our land services. Any reason for altering the place of embarkation and disembarkation will not be considered a reason for terminating this contract.
3. Fuel surcharge
The fuel costs, which have been calculated basing on the average market price, are included in the announced ticket price. If the fuel price increases by more than 10%, the company will have the right to collect charge for fuel supplement equal to the amount by which the fuel price exceeds the price stated in the contract.
4. Deposit
If you book more than 65 days in advance of the departure date, you are required to make a 30% non-refundable deposit at the booking time. The remaining amount must be paid at least 65 prior to the departure.
If you book less than 65 days in advance of the departure date, you are required to make full payment of the fare within 48 hours.
* You may be required to make higher non-refundable deposits for certain special offers. Advice for these offers will be shown to you at the time of booking.
5. Cancellation by us
Under the circumstance that a cruise cannot be operated for passengers with confirmed bookings or departures because the number of occupied cabins is less than 5, RV Zawgyi Pandaw has the rights to call off the cruise. We will notify all passengers with confirmed booking about the cancellation 30 days in advance. A substitute cruise ship (with parallel itinerary and ship type) or an alternative departure date will be proposed depending on its availability. RV Zawgyi Pandaw will bear or compensate any extra or difference in cruise prices. If the passengers do not agree with the alternative ship or departure, we will make full refund of the deposit amounts upon the demand of the passengers. If RV Zawgyi Pandaw makes cancellation of a cruise after a passenger has cancelled their bookings and paid cancellation charges (and deposit), we will make full refund upon the passenger’s request.
6. Cancellation by Customer
If you intend canceling your booking, you must notify us via email or fax. The applicable policy for cancellation charge will be as follows:
If you cancel 65 days or more prior to the departure, you will be charged 30% of the total price.
If you cancel 64 days or less prior to the departure, or don’t show up, you will be charged 100% of the total price.
* When calculating the refund for your cancellation, we will deduct the wire fees and credit card commissions.
7. Children Price & Extra Bed
Children under the age of 4 may share cabin with their parent(s) without extra charge. However, RV Zawgyi Pandaw cannot ensure the availability of cots. Children over the age of 4 up to 18 get:
50% reduction from adult price for 1 adult and 1 child staying in 1 cabin
50% reduction for the child for 2 adults and 1 child staying in 2 cabins (1 cabin has no single supplement)
50% reduction for the children for 2 adults and 2 children staying in 2 cabins.
For larger family groups, the price would be calculated upon request.
8. Insurance
We highly recommend that travelers have their trip cancellation covered. In this case, travelers will be repaid the cost of air ticket and other non-refundable payments for the trip. We also advise the guests to purchase insurance for medical matters, luggage loss and delay of the trip in case of unfavorable situations. RV Zawgyi Pandaw will not be liable for the loss of personal belongings.
9. Dietary needs
If the guests have exceptional dietary needs, they should contact with us 30 days in advance of the departure. The cruise crew will exert all possible efforts to satisfy the exceptional dietary needs and demands depending on the availability of the goods.
10. Travelers’ responsibilities
All the guests stepping on board should be responsible towards their co-travelers and the cruise crew. The guests are advised to analyze the conditions of the trip itinerary and have appropriate social conduct towards their co-travelers and crew members. They should thoroughly check all the safety requirements on board and during the trips.
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