In everything we do, we believe our customer's delight is the pinnacle of success. Therefore, this program takes you to beautiful destinations around Bagan, from Salay to Mt. Popa. You will have the chance to explore ancient monasteries and ruins, as well as an extinct volcano that has been dormant for the past 2500 years. Breathtaking sceneries with rich cultures makes this trip the perfect day tour from the historic city of Bagan.
Highlights Experience the daily lives of locals at Chauk Market Join the local pilgrims as you climb up Mt. Popa for its breathtaking views Visit the ancient monastery of Yoke Sone Kyaung at Salay Get the best service during your private tour from our tour guides
Pickup included
You will be picked up from your hotel/ airport by the guide and start the drive to Chauk Market, where you can explore a wide variety of local goods. Afterwards, you will continue to drive to Salay and visit the 130 year old monastery with 52 pagodas and temples dating back to the Bagan Era. Woodcarving depicting Buddha's life is one of the most unique features of the monastery. After visiting this spot, we will provide a traditional lunch at Salay House. Later on, we will continue to drive up to Mt. Popa, an extinct volcano which is known as the "Home of the Spirits", where you can observe the life and industries of rural Myanmar. We may stop along the way for photos as the scenery is beautiful. Afterwards, we can climb up 777 steps to reach the top of Mt. Popa and visit the "Nat" sites to learn about the legends that surrounds the mountain. At the top, you will find Mt. Popa Monastery, which offers incredible 360-degree views of the surrounding plains for you to enjoy the landscapes of the plains.
We will stop at Salay (Sale) to look at ancient monuments
The majestic Mt. Popa is filled with life and interesting features
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
We pick up from any hotels in Bagan
The guide will take care of this