8 days in Yangon (Rangoon), Bagan & Nyaungshwe Itinerary

Although Myanmar moved its capital to Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon remains the largest city and commercial hub in the country.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Tue): pause for some photo ops at Chaukhtatgyi Buddha, pause for some photo ops at Shwedagon Pagoda, then hunt for treasures at Bogyoke Aung San Market, and finally stroll around Kandawgyi Park. Here are some ideas for day two: browse the exhibits of Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Botahtaung Pagoda, and then get engrossed in the history at National Museum.

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Hanoi, Vietnam to Yangon (Rangoon) is an approximately 5.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and car. The time zone difference moving from Indochina Time to Myanmar Time is minus 0.5 hours. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 28th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Bagan.

The thousands of temples at Bagan rise up from the plain, each with their own history, style, and spiritual meaning.

Step out of Bagan to go to Popa and see Mt Popa, which is approximately 1h 25 min away. There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at Bagan Temples, take in the spiritual surroundings of Shwezigon Pagoda, steep yourself in history at Gubyaukgyi Temple, and enjoy unforgettable views with a balloon tour.

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Traveling by flight from Yangon (Rangoon) to Bagan takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sun) early enough to travel to Nyaungshwe.

Once the capital of the Shan Kingdom, Nyaungshwe is a vibrant tourist hub of Myanmar.

On the 4th (Mon), Head underground at Htat Eian Cave Temple, then explore the activities along Inle Lake, then learn about winemaking at Red Mountain Estate Vineyards & Winery, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Ywa Thit Monastery. Here are some ideas for day two: delve into the distant past at Indein Village, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Shwe Yaunghwe Kyaung, and then don't miss a visit to Maing Thouk Village.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Nyaungshwe online journey maker.

Fly from Bagan to Nyaungshwe in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.