MYANMAR DAYS
The Bhamo Cruise
(Mandalay–Mingun–Tagaung–Katha–Bhamo–Kyauk Myaung– Mandalay)
Departure: Monday (25 OCT 2010 & 01 NOV 2010)
Duration 8 Days 7 Nights
Operated With Pandaw 1947
Itinerary
MONDAY
Mandalay (GAWEIN) – Mingun
Embark the ship at 12.30 hrs. We cast off at 13.00 hrs and sail upstream to Mingun. Visit the unfinished pagoda, the largest working bell in the world and the “home for the ages”. Moor overnight nearby a river village.
TUESDAY
Mingun – River Village
Cast off early in the morning. Stop at a typical river village for sightseeing. We enter the Third Defile (Gorge). Moor overnight nearby a river village.
WEDNESDAY
River Village - Tagaung
Stop at Tagaung to explore the ancient city archaeological area and the fortifications around 9:00 am. Continue sail upstream all day. Moor overnight nearby a river village.
THURSDAY
Tagaung - Katha
After breakfast we arrive Katha, the setting of the George Orwell’s book “Burmese Days” and also the place where hundreds of the Irrawaddy Flotilla Company ships were scuttled in 1942 before the Japanese could seize them. We explore this pleasant colonial town surrounded by hills plenty of hardwood forests and “Elephant Logging Camp” located west of Khatha. If time permit we will also visit the lake Indaw. Moor overnight nearby Sin Khan village.
FRIDAY
Katha - Bhamo
We continue sailing upstream to Bhamo and walking tour of the town, an important trading post located just 50 miles from the Chinese border. After lunch, we will try to reach the village of Sinbo set below the 1st Defile by local boat. Moor overnight at Bhamo.
SATURDAY
Bhamo - Katha
After breakfast, we enter the dramatic 2nd defile with its magnificent cliffs reaching down the narrow channel and visit a typical river village. Back to the ship before lunch and cast off for the Downstream return journey to Mandalay. Moor overnight at River Village.
SUNDAY
Katha – Kyauk Myaung
Cruise all day. Arrive the spectacular potteries-making village of Kyauk Myaung around early evening , and see the manufacture stages of the famous 50 Gallons (200 litres) pots (1.5 hours visit). We arrive near Htone Gyi Village around late evening. Dance and Theatre performance from Mandalay Art School on the Sundeck. Moor overnight near a river village.
MONDAY
Mingun– Mandalay/ Gawein
After breakfast, disembark at Mandalay Gawein Jetty around 10:00 hrs.
Retail Rates
per person in US$ valid OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 2010
| Main Deck |
Twin Cabin: |
US$2,450 |
Twin Cabin Single use: |
US$3,180 |
| Upper Deck |
Twin Cabin: |
US$2,800 |
Twin Cabin Single use: |
US$3,640 |
Price Includes: Full Board, All sightseeing /excursions as per programme, English speaking guide/escort, Entrance Fees
Price excludes: drinks, laundry, gratuity, international and domestic flights, all items of a personal nature; health-accident-baggage or travel protection plan, fuel surcharges if applicable.
IMPORTANT NOTE: For All departures should the occupancy be less than 12 PASSENGERS the Company reserves the right to cancel the cruise up to 60 days prior the departure date. A written confirmation notice will be released to all booked clients and/or their agents within and not later than 30 days prior the departure date. In case of cancellation an alternative cruise will be offered and if not acceptable all down payments will be refunded..
Sailing Dates
Sailing Dates (2010)
| CODE |
DEP DATE |
ARR DATE |
VESSEL |
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CODE |
DEP DATE |
ARR DATE |
VESSEL |
| BM001 |
25-10-10 |
01-11-10 |
PANDAW |
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BM002 |
01-11-10 |
08-11-10 |
PANDAW |
(*) If deemed necessary, Company reserves the right at its sole option and discretion, without any liability for damages or refund to substitute the scheduled vessel with another equivalent of its fleet.
PRE/POST CRUISE LAND TOURS
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YANGON STOPOVER PACKAGE
A stopover before and after the cruise in the ex capital of Myanmar including the visit of Shwedagon Pagoda, Colonial Downtown and the famous Scott’s Market.
DURATION: 1+2 Days/1+1 night (The Strand or Chatrium Hotel)
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YANGON/BAGAN STOPOVER PACKAGE
A stopover before and after the cruise in the ex capital of Myanmar including the visit of Shwedagon Pagoda, Colonial Downtown and the famous Scott’s Market. Moreover, in one of the Asia’s most important archaeological sites known as Bagan, we will enjoy the view of amazing sunset and also the visit of Nyaung Oo Market, distinctive pagodas and a lacquer ware factory before and after the cruise. DURATION: 3 nights / 4 Days
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INLE LAKE EXTENSION PACKAGE
A tour of Myanmar is not complete without visiting Inle Lake in the Shan State. Tour includes a full day boat excursion and half day to the 16th century pagoda complex of Indein.
DURATION: 2 Days/1 night (Inle Lake View Hotel)
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