Day Tours from Yangon

Day Tours from Yangon

Yangon does not offer a chance to explore its cultural riches through Victoria Era architect, golden pagodas or lively streets, its surrounding area boasting authentic local life as well numerous historical sites promises some of the most colorful day tours in southern Myanmar.

thanlyin

Half Day Tours

Twante and Halar are two villages across Yangon river, filled with fantastic visiting chances : unique traditional work, typical rice fields, faded buildings and ornate monastery. These sites are are accessible with a short ferry/ boat ride and can be connected by onland travel by bike/ car. 

Thanlyin
About an hour drive from Yangon city center, Thanlyin has both British like mansons and Portugese influence church. It used to be one of the busiest ports in Southern Burma. At the current day, Thanlyin is an interesting travel attraction to place a half day out, seeing the exceptional Kyauktan pagoda, located amidst the river. Thanlyin is also very famous for its fishing village and the traditional work of making pottery.

kanbawzathadi palace

Full Day Tours

Yangon City Discovery
This tour is designed by our insider travel expert who wants to show you Yangon differently. From must-see pagoda of Shwedagon to street experience as well market encounter, the city tour combines all sights and sounds that you should immerse in. View Yangon City Tour

Bago or known as Pegu, was once the capital of Mon Kingdom remains one of the glorious history of Burma in the old day. Though the town is not big, it treasures Kanbawzathadi royal palace, Shwethalyaung Buddha pagoda, Shwemawdaw - a similar site to Shwedagon in Yangon. 
Yet, Bago has not only that. En route from Yangon to Bago, travelers can stop for different villages, busy markets and off -beaten track pagodas. 

Golden Rock - since the highway from Yangon to Golden Rock was on operation in 2015, you can travel for a day return trip to this sacred Buddhist site if you rise up early. Chance to marvel at the magical rock balancing on a lush mountain, offering sweeping view is endless. Those who are curious about doing meditation can book a short course from 3 days here too. 

Twante and Dala - a truly insightful experience offered by our travel experts showcasing all the daily life in Yangon surburb villages. This tour is best for those who expect to witness typical village life, traditional work of making ceramic and visit local monastery. 
 

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