This Mid-Land programme is only available for In-Transit guests continuing on Voyage WH210408015
Loikaw, the remote and charming capital of Kayah state. Here you will find beautiful scenery galore and a large number of distinctive tribal cultures, the most famous being the Padaung, (also referred to as the Padaung tribe) are well known for wearing neck rings that make them appear to have remarkably long necks, sometimes known as 'long-necked women'. Traditionally they wear many brass rings around their necks and ankles, starting from the age of six or seven and adding one each year. There are various options to visit tribal villages in the area around Loikaw, including Hta Nee La Leh which offers opportunities for scenic hikes and chances to meet the local villagers.The journey will continue to Inle lake , Embrace the pristine natural beauty of Inle Lake, one of the many wonders of Myanmar, and experience life along the river during this panoramic, 5-days boating and sightseeing adventure.
05MIDSIN-L Loikaw Village & Inle Lake (Authentic Experience)
Departure: Singapore
Duration: 6 days / 5 Nights
Re-join ship: Yangon
Reserve: A minimum of 90 days prior to sailing
IMPORTANT NOTE
This Silver Shore Mid-Land Adventure requires advance booking through Silversea Reservations no later than 90 days prior to the sail date. Requests received after this date may be accommodated on a space-available basis. Tickets are available in limited quantities, and participation cannot be guaranteed for those guests not booking well in advance. A minimum number of participants is required to operate this programme. If this minimum number is not met, Silversea reserves the right to offer the programme at a different rate based on private arrangements, or to cancel the specific departure. Cancellation fee, unless otherwise advised, 90 - 0 days prior to the initial sailing date: 100% of the programme fare per person is due.
Payment in full is due at time of final payment. Bookings made within 120 days of sailing require full payment within seven days of booking or sooner, as specified by Silversea.
All Land Adventure fares are subject to change, and not guaranteed until payment is received in full by Silversea. All Land Adventures are non-transferable, and non-refundable, within 90 days of sailing. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 years of age or older. All Land Adventures are owned by independent contractors, and Silversea makes no representations and assumes no responsibility for the services provided by these operators. Land Adventures may be modified by the operators at their sole discretion.
VISA INFORMATION:
Silversea Cruises has arranged to obtain visas on arrival for all nationals debarking or transiting Myanmar as a port of call. Guests must have in their possession upon embarkation two passport style photos. This visa will be valid for group and independent travel within Myanmar. Your shipboard account will be charged the applicable visa fee imposed by Myanmar
LOCAL CURRENCY:
The local currency is the Burmese Kyat (MMK); however, US Dollars are well-accepted by most vendors; US dollars can be exchanged to local currency at the airport, hotel and money-changing booths. Local ATMs are available in some locations visited, and credit cards are accepted in larger shops and hotels (no shopping stops are planned during the program; guests may shop during their time at leisure).
Journey to Loikan, the remote and charming capital of Kayah state. Here you will find beautiful scenery galore and a large number of distinctive tribal cultures, the most famous being the Padaung, (also referred to as the Padaung tribe) are well known for wearing neck rings that make them appear to have remarkably long necks, sometimes known as 'long-necked women'. Traditionally they wear many brass rings around their necks and ankles, starting from the age of six or seven and adding one each year. Continue your journey to Inle Lake, one of the many wonders of Myanmar. Its natural beauty and The lake's magnificent expanse of water nestled amongst hills, is home to tiny stilt villages, lovely pagodas and exotic, floating gardens and markets.
DAY ONE - Thursday, April 8th, 2021 - Yangon Arrival
Arrival to Yangon international airport from Singapore . Meet and greety by your English speaking guide at the airport and tranfer to the hotel , Dinnerand Overnight at hotel.
DAY TWO - Friday, April 9th, 2021 -Yangon - Loikaw
Earnly morning Breakfast at the hotel. Travel by coach to Yangon's Airport where you check-in for your 60 -minute scheduled flight will take you to Loikaw the gateway Kayah State (original birth place Of Padaung Women). Loikaw is a small but pleasant town where golden glinting pagodas sit atop craggy limestone cliffs in the center of town. Upon arrival , first visit to local morning market to buy some donation items when visit to village (the guests also can bring candy, sweet, books etc). After that, 50 mins drive to one of local community base Tourism village (Hta Nee La Leh) a simple farming village with traditional Kayah totem poles and a Kaetoebu village hall, You will also visit the local houses (Kayah traditional Musician and dress homes) There are also some picturesque lakes to the south of the village. After visit , transfer to hotel and check in. Enjoy Lunch at hotel and afternoon relax & leisure. After refresh, evening explore walking around near city center and visit to one of the nun monastery to learn of Buddhism and ways of life. Return back to hotel and Dinner at hotel, Overnight at hotel.
DAY THREE - Saturday, April 10th, 2021 - Loikaw
Morning breakfast at the hotel. Drive approximatley 45 minutes to Kayah Paduang village Along the way to village you will discover beautiful Kayah hill scenery and photo stop at Demosoe dump. Reach to Panpet Village, the original birth of Long neck women village, drive out to the countryside. From here, take an easy walk through local villages and farmland, with the mountains of Kayah state in the background.. Most of the inhabitants of Pan Phet are of the Padaung tribe. Locally referred to as "long neck ladies", the Padaung women are famous for the many golden neck rings they wear. Though the tradition is dying out, most women over 40 in the village can still be seen wearing these heavy accessories. There will be a chance to interact with these ladies while strolling through the simple village. A few roadside stalls have opened to cater to tourists, here there will be it is possible to buy some locally sourced souvenirs and refreshments.
After leaving the village, take the hour return back to the car and head for a late lunch at Demosoe Lodge . Continue drive to Loikaw and check in . Free and leisure . in the evening visit to Taung Kwe Zedi pagoda built on top of limestone karst hills rising above the town . Enjoy panoramic view of the city .Dinner and overnight at hotel .
DAY FOUR - Sunday, April 11th, 2021 - Loikaw - Phaekon - Inle lake
After breakfast at the hotel, the approximately one hour drive journey will start to Phaekon to join local boat trip to Sagar, the far southern region of Inle Lake it is one of the most beautiful places in the Shan State. The lake is full of fabulous views and home to many unique species of birds, both indigenous and migratory (Please note: No toilet facilities on board and no toilet stop on the way to Sagar). Arrive Sagar and short visit to the 'sunken' stupas of Sagar. 108 stupas from the 16-17th centuries, these religious monuments sit partially underwater for a few months a year. Enjoy Lunch at Sagar. After lunch, re-board your local boat to proceed to Inle Lake ( Approximately 1.5 hrs ) and on the way visit to Thayagone village to explore of local wine production from rice. Visit to Saekhaung pottery Village to learn about the crafting of oil and water pots as well as the natural, underground kilns used by the villagers .Transfer to the Aureum Resort - Inle Lake for check-in. This traditional-style hotel is perched on stilts above the lake, and guests' accommodations are in spacious wooden chalets with balconies offering postcard views. After check-in, some time is available to relax and watch the sun set over the Inle Lake. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
DAY FIVE- Monday, April 12th, 2021 - Inle Lake
After breakfast at the hotel, explore a 5-day rotating market (if your visit coincides with the schedule) which offers an insight into the life of the ethnic Pa-O, Danu and Intha people who come to these markets to sell and buy goods. Visit the dazzling, 18th-century Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, one of the first temples in Myanmar. One of the most dazzling and magical places in Asia, this pagoda houses five small Buddha images which are much revered by the lake dwellers. Once a year, typically at the end of September, there is a Pagoda festival in which four of the Buddha images are carried on a royal barge and conveyed to the 14 villages on the lake - it truly is a splendid sight to behold.
A stop here for a closer visit to the holiest religious site in southern Shan State will be afforded. Pass by floating villages, gardens and local markets and stop to see traditional silk weaving in artistic patterns made on wooden handlooms. Afterwards enjoy your local lunch. The restaurant will serve " Traditional food " by own an Organic Garden vegetables with home made recipes .
Next, you will have the opportunity to complete a canoe boat experience by Inle Canoe Lady. You will be taken on Inle Lake near Nam Pan Village and around Pauk Par Village. Your canoe will be rowed by local woman who work at the cigar workshop, but are offering this short trip to provide their families with an extra income. They will be happy to show you around their village including schools, houses, and workshops. Continue by boat to visit Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery , is a beautiful wooden monastery built on stilts around 200 years ago over the Inle Lake one of the oldest on the lake where you can see exquisite Buddha statues which are more than 200 years old.
Leaving Inle Lake, re-board your local boat will transfer back to Hotel. Take some free time to relax at hotel during the evening. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
Experience a special activity: Sunset boat house cocktail in Inle lake.
DAY SIX - Tuesday, April 13th, 2021 Inle - Heho ( Inle Lake ) - Yangon
After breakfast at the hotel, embark a boat and head out onto Inle Lake once again. Start cruise down a narrow channel to the village of Indein. Upon arrival, a visit is made to the Shwe Indein Pagoda complex, home to a particularly amazing group of half-ruined stupas covered with lush vegetation. Meander through the undergrowth and past large banyan trees, then view the treasures inside the stupas. Following your visit, embark the boat for the ride back to Inle Lake and transfer to Nyaung Shwe jetty , Enjoy Lunch at "View Point Lodge in Nyaung Shwe. "
After lunch transfer to Heho Airport depart for Yangon and en route, to explore famous traditional Shan Paper and umbrella making home industry. Drive back to Heho Airport for your approximately 80-minute flight to the Yangon Airport. Upon arrival in Yangon, transfer to Thilawa Port and embark the ship.
This Mid-Voyage Land Adventure requires an extensive amount of walking and climbing of many steps at most sites. Therefore, it is not suitable for guests with limited mobility or those who utilise a wheelchair. The drive from Heho to the Nyaung Shew Jetty is partially on bumpy road, and getting in and out of the local boats may be uncomfortable therefore we urge flexibility. We recommend wearing layered clothing, including a warm jacket or sweater, and flat, rubber soled shoes. Remember to bring sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and your camera. Dress code when visiting temples is required: no shorts or sleeveless tops; shoes must be removed at the entrance. This description is a general overview of the programme only and changes may be made if local conditions or flights changes require. As Myanmar is an emerging destination, flexibility and a sense of adventure is necessary.
Programme Includes:
· One Night Stay at The Governor's Residence Hotel Yangon (Deluxe Room type)
Two-nights stay at Aureum Inle Resort (or similar) (Villa on shore) OR Sofitel Inle resort (Luxury Room)
Two Nights stay at Kiennara Kayh Resort (Deluxe room) -only 3* hotel
· Five breakfast, Six lunches, Five dinners with drinks included.
· Flights (Economy Class) - Yangon/Loikaw, Heho/Yangon return. At this time there is no upgrade to First or Business Class available as all seats are economy class.
April 8th Singapore/Yangon flight no.
April 9th Yangon/Loikaw flight no. UB-129 dept. 7.15am arr. 8.15am
April 12th Heho-Inle Lake flight no. K7-829 dept. 4.05pm arr. 5.15pm
Baggage restrictions as follows: hand baggage gross weight is limited to 7 kg (15 lb.) and size is limited to 23*36*56 cm. One checked bag must be less than 23 kg (50 pounds).
·All sightseeing and transfers as per itinerary.
Not Included:
Any meals and drinks not specified above, charges incurred by the airlines for excess or overweight luggage, gratuities to drivers and tour guides, laundry, telephone calls, cancellation insurance and other personal items.
