From Yangon: Full Day Excursion to Golden Rock

New12 hFree cancellationBy Real Treasure Travels Tours

About this activity

Learn not only about the spiritual heart of the Buddhism but also discover the natural beauty of the region around Kyaikhtiyo (Golden Rock). This is an adventure trip as you must take a ride by an open truck from the base camp to the mountain top. On the way back to Yangon, make a short visit in Bago.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Make a pilgrimage tour up to Mount Kyaiktiyo, home of the famous Golden Rock Pagoda.

• Admire the gilded dome of the Shwemawdaw Pagoda and see the Great Reclining Buddha Image, Shwetharlyang Pagoda in Bago.

• Enjoy having lunch at local restaurant.

• Visit the War Cemetery which is maintained by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.

What's included

✓Pick up & drop off at your Hotel in Yangon
✓1 Purified Water Bottle / 1 Snow Towel per day during the tour,
✓Private sightseeing with an English speaking guide & air-conditioned vehicle
✓Lunch at Local Restaurant,
✓Entrance Fees in Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda, Shwemawdaw and Shwetharlyaung Pagoda in Bago

Not included

✕Services not mentioned in our itinerary,
✕Hotel accommodation,
✕Tips for your guide and driver (USD 8 for guide and USD 3 for driver)
✕Camera Fee (MMK 1,000), Travel insurance (MMK 10,000)

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that this tour should be booked in advance at least 14 days ahead, as we need to apply the permission to Ministry of Hotel and Tourism due to the current political unrest situation in that area.
As you will be visiting religious sites, please wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, and remember to take off your shoes and socks when entering pagoda areas.
Due to road conditions, travel in this region is not recommended during the monsoon season (June - September).
This tour is not available during the Water Festival between 12 to 18 Apr. During this time, everything in town is closed: restaurants, shops, markets, Museum, etc. Driving through Yangon is extremely difficult if not impossible because people celebrate the famous water-festival. You cannot avoid of getting very wet because everyone throws water at everybody. People drive through the city in open cars and there are stages along the street where people throw water. Everybody going up will get very wet.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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