On this tour, you’ll visit Mandalay's ancient cities of Amarapura, Sagaing, Mingun and Ava (also known as Innwa). You’ll be picked up and transferred first to Amarapura, which is popular for bronze casting and cotton weaving. You’ll visit the Mahargandaryone Monastery, U Bein Bridge and a weaving facility to see traditional silk weaving.
Next, you’ll head to Mingun City and visit the Pathodawgyi Pagoda, MyaTheinTan Pagoda, a 17th-century Giant Lion monument at the Mingun Temple and the huge Mingun Bell made of bronze. Then you’ll arrive in Sagging, where you’ll have time to explore the Soon U Ponya Shin Pagoda and the popular crescent-shaped cluster of U Min Thonze Caves.
Finally, you’ll head to Innwa or Ava, where you’ll discover two 18th-century monasteries, Maha Aungmye Bonzan and Bagaya Monastery. You’ll also have time to see Buddha statues at Yadanar Semi and climb up the leaning watch tower of Inwa.
Why visit
- Opportunity to visit and explore four ancient cities in Mandalay
- Chance to see the traditional silk weaving facility in Amarapura
- Insights into the culture by exploring many pagodas and monasteries
What's included
- Fuel surcharge and parking fees
- Bottled water
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
What's not included
- Lunch
- Guide services
- Entrance, video and camera fees
- Ferry boat for Innwa/Ava
- Horse-Cart for Innwa/Ava
- Mingun Zone and Innwa/Ava entrance
Accessibility
- Public transport links nearby
- Infants must sit on an adult's lap
Health & safety
- Suitable for all fitness levels
Additional information
Please note that there will be a stop at Innwa boat jetty after the exploration of Sagging city. From there, you will first rent a boat and then a horse-cart to visit Innwa city.
Please note that the tour price does not include the ferry ride, the horse-cart ride, entrance to the cities of Innwa/Ava and Mingun. These need to be paid separately as follows:
Ferry boat ticket - MMK 2000 for one person
Horse-Cart - MMK 15000 for two people
Innwa/Ava Entrance - MMK 10000 for one person