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19 Mandalay Sagaing Bagan Pyay (Prome) Thayetmyo Myanaung Zalon Danuphyu Maubin Salay Tantkyi Hill Magwe Yandabo Inwa Minhla Mingun RV Princess Panhwar 14 Yangon Cruise No. of nights stay BURMA (MYANMAR) Day 9. Tantkyi Hill, Bagan. Climb Tantkyi Hill to visit Tantkyitaung Pagoda. Back on board, capture your first glimpse of Bagan, one of the world's truly awe-inspiring archaeological sites. After a visit to Ananda Temple, head for Nyaung-U, home to the golden Shwezigon Pagoda – one of the oldest and most beautiful monuments on the plains of Bagan and also one of the country's most significant religious sites. BLD Day 10. Bagan. Today begins with a visit to the Nyaung-U market. Mingle with the locals and browse the wares sold at this trade hub. Then, on a tour of Bagan, visit Gubyaukgyi Temple, a 13th-century 'cave temple' with an Indian-style spire. Continue to a lacquerware workshop and a local village. Later, enjoy a sunset viewing in Bagan at Pyathat Gyi or Dhamayazaka. Enhance Your Journey: At sunrise or sunset, perhaps ride a hot air balloon over the pagodas of Bagan (see page 26 for details). BLD Day 11. Yandabo. Today tour the village of Yandabo, the site of where the Treaty of First Anglo-Myanmar War was signed. It's also famous for its terracotta pots, made from the riverbank clay. BLD Day 12. Inwa. Arrive today in Inwa, an ancient imperial capital of Burmese kingdoms from the 14th to 19th centuries. Rebuilt several times throughout history, the city was abandoned as a capital after it was all but destroyed by earthquakes in 1839. Like a Local – enjoy a tour by horse- drawn cart, taking in Maha Aung Mye Bon Zan Monastery and the teak-wood Bagaya Monastery. You'll also see the 'Leaning Tower of Inwa' – a watch tower that was damaged by an earthquake in 1838. BLD Day 13. Sagaing, Mingun. Arrive in Sagaing and visit a silversmith's workshop for an insight into how silverware is produced. Then visit a range of temples and monasteries, including the city's central pagoda, Soon U Ponya Shin, as well as the egg-shaped Kaunghmudaw Pagoda, built in 1636. Later, cruise to Mingun and visit the 18th-century Mingun Pahtodawgyi. You'll also see the Mingun Bell and the Myatheindan Pagoda. BLD Day 14. Mandalay. Like a Local – visit Mandalay's Mahamuni Buddha Temple, where you may be able to add your own sheet of gold leaf to a statue of the Mahamuni Buddha. Afterwards, explore a range of workshops in which thin sheets of gold, marble carvings and tapestries are produced. Then head for Kuthodaw Pagoda at the foot of Mandalay Hill, to see what is thought to be the world's largest book. Here, Buddhist scripture has been inscribed on some 729 marble slabs. Later, ascend Mandalay Hill for city views before a tour of Shwenandaw Monastery, known for the carvings of Buddhist myths. Like a Local – early this evening, go for a stroll along U Bein Bridge, thought to be the world's oldest and longest teak-wood bridge. Enjoy a Farewell Dinner tonight. BLD Day 15. Disembark Ship, Depart Mandalay. Disembark your ship after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your onward flight. B Friendly locals offer smiles EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGE 7 FOR DETAILS 2016/17 DATES & PRICES (A$) 15 Days – Yangon to Mandalay (MTR15) 2016 (per person) Twin Share Solo Trav. Jan. 9, 23*. $5,795 $8,395 Feb. 6, 20*. $5,995 $8,695 Mar. 5, 19*. $5,995 $8,695 Apr. 2, 16*. $5,995 $8,695 Sept. 3, 17*. $5,995 $8,695 Oct. 1, 15*, 29. $5,995 $8,695 Nov. 12*, 26. $5,995 $8,695 Dec. 10*, 24. $5,995 $8,695 2017 (per person) Twin Share Solo Trav. Jan. 7*, 21. $5,995 $8,695 Feb. 4*, 18. $5,995 $8,695 Mar. 4*, 18. $5,995 $8,695 Apr. 1*. $5,995 $8,695 * Indicates cruise operates in reverse direction, from Mandalay to Yangon (MT15). CRUISE UPGRADES Prices above are based on a Cat. C French Balcony Suite (Main Deck) on the RV Princess Panhwar. See page 29 for deck and suite plans. To upgrade, add per person: Cat. Suite Type Twin Share Solo Trav. B Deluxe Balcony $495 $745 A Deluxe Balcony $695 $1,045 Princ. Princess Suite $1,195 $2,390 TOUR NOTES Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. Your flight must arrive in Yangon by 11 am. Disruptions to itinerary arrangements may occur (see pages 30-31 for details). Itinerary is subject to change.