How Many Days to Spend in Myanmar

How Many Days to Spend in Myanmar

Exploring Myanmar in 10 to 14 days is an ideal timeframe. However, if you have limited time, you can still have a fulfilling experience with meticulous planning. Short trips for 4 or 5 days can be interesting if your Myanmar travel captures 2 famous places including Yangon and Bagan. Here are some of the best ideas to uncover the Myanmar rich culture and history:

Myanmar Short Trip for less than 5 days Suggestion

With less than 5 days, the best option is to combine Yangon with one of these places: Bagan, Inle Lake, or Mandalay. 
In Yangon, apart from the iconic pagodas and colonial architecture, the city offers a vibrant arts scene, delectable culinary options, and nearby rustic villages that can be easily reached by boat.
Mandalay's outskirts are dotted with ancient capitals, scenic hills for trekking and cycling, and a former British hill station that's perfect for a day trip or a short stay.
The sacred plain of Bagan is highly recommended for those interested in the intersection of architecture and Buddhism and is worth the effort of an overnight stay.

Myanmar in 4 days sample itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Yangon. See Yangon downtown
Day 2: Yangon to Bagan. Explore the thousand temples and pagodas of Bagan
Day 3: Bagan cultural exploration. See traditional villages and unique Buddhist sites. Flight back to Yangon
Day 4: Yangon city tour. Departure

Myanmar 4 days with Yangon and Mandalay

Day 1: Yangon arrival. Enjoy the Yangon city tour
Day 2: Yangon to Mandalay by air. Get the best of Mandalay with its Royal Palace, Mandalay Hill, and various monasteries.
Day 3: Mandalay to Mingun, one of the most fascinating ancient capital. Fly back to Yangon.
Day 4: See Yangon`s iconic sites: Shwedagon, and Kandawgyi Lake. Depart from Yangon

Myanmar 4-day tour including Yangon and Inle Lake

Day 1: Yangon arrival. Sightseeing the downtown of Yangon. Sunset by Shwedagon pagoda
Day 2: Fly from Yangon to Heho. Visit Inle Lake. 
Day 3: Visit Indein stupa and village. Fly back to Yangon in the afternoon.
Day 4: Explore the vibrant city of Yangon. Departure

Spend 5 days for your Myanmar Travel

A brief vacation doesn't mean you have to miss out on cultural experiences. Since Yangon is the main international airport that welcomes foreigners at the moment, we recommend you to try 2 different routes for 5 days in Myanmar

The beauty of South Myanmar 5-day trip

This itinerary explores the most beguiling parts of southern Myanmar without taking any flight. It is a perfect road trip to answer the question of how long to spend in Myanmar for 5 days.
Day 1: Arrive in Yangon. See China town and Shwedagon pagoda
Day 2: Yangon to Bago. Discover the ancient capital of Pegu with its royal palace.
Day 4: Bago to Golden Rock
Day 4: Golden Rock to Mawlamyine
Day 5: Mawlamyine - Yangon

The contrast Myanmar

This 5-day itinerary focuses on the contrast of the history, nature and heritage of Myanmar. 
Day 1: Yangon arrival. Enjoy a guided tour to Yangon center. 
Day 2: Yangon to Bagan by air. Wander along the thousand temples of Bagan.
Day 3: Bagan traditional village. Fly to Heho and connect to Inle Lake.
Day 4: Explore Inle Lake`s waterway and floating gardens. Fly back to Yangon.
Day 5: Yangon departure. 
 

Myanmar 6 - 7 Days Trip Ideas

For a brief but enlightening introduction to Myanmar, it's advisable to spend a week in the country and focus on exploring two or three regions rather than attempting to cover all four destinations. If history piques your interest, Mandalay should be on your must-visit list, while Bagan offers a glimpse into the country's spirituality and stunning architecture.
Nature enthusiasts should venture to the Inle Lake region, where there are countless trekking and biking trails to explore, as well as a diverse array of ethnic groups to discover.
For a restful yet immersive vacation, consider spending two nights in three different locations or 3-4 nights in two areas.

Myanmar at a glance for 6 days

This itinerary has something to tempt you. From sparkling pagoda to timeless Buddhist plain and amazing Shan state water, you will like this trip:
Day 01: Yangon Arrival. Get an introduction of Yangon attractions. 
Day 02: Yangon fly to Bagan. See the best of Bagan
Day 03: Journey to Mt. Popa. Visit Bagan villages
Day 04: Fly to Inle Lake. Explore Inle waterways
Day 05: Inle Market - Afternoon flight to Yangon
Day 06: Yangon Departure
For details of each day's outing, please visit Myanmar at a glance tour.
 

Myanmar 8 days trip ideas

Spending 8 days in Myanmar is just a good timeframe to explore the iconic " big four destinations" including Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan, and Inle Lake. It does not mean you can not have a different Myanmar Travel Itinerary. Here are some suggested itineraries for 8 days in Myanmar:

Myanmar Big Four in 8 days tour

Expect to capture the most essential travel sites of Myanmar from north to south. With Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan and Inle Lake in this travel direction, you`ll be sure to have an insight look of Burmese life.
Day 1: Yangon Arrival
Day 2: Yangon Fly to Heho. Visit Inle Lake
Day 3: Excursion to Indein Market & Stupas. Fly to Mandalay
Day 4 : Mandalay City Tour
Day 5: Explore Mandalay's ancient Capital. Fly to Bagan
Day 6: See the best of Bagan
Day 7: Bagan Local Life Experience. Fly to Yangon
Day 8: Yangon City Tour - Departure
For full details, please check: Best of Myanmar 8 day tour

Myanmar Unforgettable road trip
Love seeing the authentic landscapes of Myanmar ? meet less tourist? then this holiday is for you. 
Day 1: Yangon arrival. Embark on a Yangon city tour.
Day 2: Yangon to Golden Rock.
Day 3: Golden Rock - Hpa An.
Day 4: Hpa An Tour
Day 5: Hpa An - Mawlamyine
Day 6: Mawlamyine - Bago - Yangon
Day 7: Yangon off beaten track.
Day 8: Yangon departure.
 
 

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