Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Shan State, Myanmar

August 2, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

Shan State (Burmese: ရှမ်းပြည်နယ်, pronounced [ʃáɴ pjìnɛ̀]; Shan: မိူင်းတႆး [mə́ŋ.táj]) is a state of Myanmar. Shan State borders China to the north, Laos to the east, and Thailand to the south, and five administrative divisions of Burma in the west. Largest of the 14 administrative divisions by land area, Shan State covers 155,800 km², almost a quarter of the total area of Burma. The state gets its name from the Shan people, one of several ethnic groups that inhabit the area. Shan State is largely rural, with only three cities of significant size: Lashio, Kengtung, and the capital, Taunggyi. Taunggyi is 150.7 km north east of the nation's capital Naypyitaw.
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1. Explore Highlights of Myanmar on a Budget

Myanmar Upper Land Culture & Travel
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Explore most popular attractions in Myanmar within the range of budgeted expense and the perfect introduction for the first-time visitors. Enjoy a visit to U Bein Bridge at beautiful sunset time when you are in Mandalay, the last royal capital in Myanmar that rich in culture. In Bagan, visit the famous Archeological site from the 11th century by car with our tour guide. Kalaw was known as Myanmar’s popular trekking destination, to explore hill tribe villages and a beautiful view of Shan Hill.  Excursion boat trip to Inle Lake to observe the way of living and floating garden at Inle Lake and back to Yangon.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Entrance fees and Tips for tour guides, Camera fees and other expenses not mentioned in itinerary, Early checkin and late checkout charges

Reviewed By maisond358

Mr. Bo Thin of Myanmar Upper Land Tours was extremely accommodating in arranging for our party of 3 to have the full experience of their 10 hour Ava, Sagaing, Amarapura and Mingun tour over a period of 2 days, scheduled around our flights to and from Mandalay, including an airport pickup! We were able to experience the ancient cities and spectacular sites at our own pace with knowledgeable and informative guides and an excellent driver. Excellent tour. This is not to be missed! Among the extra touches, our guides took many memorable photos of us and helped us with the various dialects/languages in the temple markets we wished to visit.

2. The Spiritual Landscape of Kakku

Asian Trails Myanmar
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Surrounded by Pa-O village and arranged neatly in straight rows, the 2000-plus stupas at Kakku are one of the most impressive, yet least visited sites in Shan State. Built in numerous styles, a number of the stupas are simple in design whilst others are richly decorated and covered in deities. Legends refer to the creation of Kakku by Buddhist missionaries, dating back in the 3rd century and combine both simple and well-adorned stupas. Restoration of the complex commenced years ago to maintain this awe-inspiring scene outside Inle Lake.

Inclusions: A full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. , Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver, Kakku zone fees, All applicable taxes and service charges, A simple lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)

Exclusions: Inle Lake zone fees. , Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees , Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Reviewed By holdeng32

This was a great experience! i enjoyed the scenery and the guide. the guide was very knowledgable and kind!

3. Inle to Kakku Full Day Tour

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Kakku is one of the Myanmar’s most spectacular sights with more than 2,478 stupas. Take you to the stupa-filled landscape dating back more than 2,000 years. A stop is made at a Pa’O village on return to see the traditional hut-style housing and cultural differences to other regions of Myanmar. An off-the-path experience!

Inclusions: Private transfer to Kakku from your hotel in Nyaung Shwe, English speaking guide, Lunch, Government tax, Pa-O Zone Fee, Bottled water

Exclusions: Other drinks & refreshments not stated, Personal expenditure, Tips, Travel insurance, Inle Zone Fee, Transfer outside Hotel in Nyaung Shwe

Reviewed By mjm056

I am playing catch up as I haven't been here in quite a while,In 2016/2017 my partner and I travelled to Myanmar having a 3 week custom private tour. The Team at Tour East were excellent, Not only did everything go as planned the guides provided in each area were extremely knowledgeable and made suggestions re our itinerary to compliment what was already planned. Balloons over Bagan was probably a highlight however the while trip over something for all the senses and the people we met were wonderful.

4. Best experience out on Beautiful Inle Lake

Inle Lake, Myanmar (Burma) Pro Niti Travel
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One day out to experience the boat-ride in the fabulous Inle Lake is the main highlight of this tour. In the charming small villages, observing the life styles and culture of Shan People, taking the photos of the activities of traditional unique leg-rowers will be part of creating the best the memories. The technique of local fishermen can be learned in the floating gardens. We will go to the glorious pagoda and observe the locals standing or sitting on their boats in among their floating gardens and their daily chores. Trying the tasting local foods in the famous cuisine will make your lunch time wonderful and after it, continue boat exploration to many ancient and clusters of ruined stupas and temples in the southern part of the lake will be the attraction of the day. Take photography to the beautiful scenery and stunning view and our boat-trip will end by watching the sunset or setting over the water on the lake. It is the spiritual experience that we will never forget.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, English speaking guide for sightseeing, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Lots of love and smile, Private Boat in Inle Lake & Indein Village, Bottled water, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Food and Beverages (Except breakfast where mentioned), Items not mentioned in "services included", Personal Expenses, Tourist Visa, Travel Insurance

Reviewed By geraldhM7846OX

Dear Veronica, thank you so much for the great holidays and experience we had in Myanmar! Thanks also to our fantastic guide Tutu! We hope we can come back one day! One of my best holidays in my life! Gerald

5. Private 14-day all of Myanmar: Yangon -Mandalay -Inle Lake - Bagan - Ngapali

Yangon (Rangoon), Yangon (Rangoon), Yangon Region E-Travel Myanmar
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This tour through out Myanmar is best for those who want to explore our beautiful Myanmar. The destinations includes: Yangon, Mandalay, Bagan, Inle Lake and Ngapali beach. Route: Yangon – Mandalay – Inle Lake – Bagan – Ngapali Beach – Yangon Start City :Yangon End City :Yangon Duration : 14 days 13 nights Private Tour : Departure daily upon your request Transportation : 5 internal Flights, Private Car, Private Boat, Station English Speaking guides Major interesting sites at all destinations is included.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 13 nights accommodation at 3* or 4* hotel options with Breakfasts, Private airport pickups with guide, 5 internal flights (Yangon - Mandalay - Inle Lake - Bagan - Ngapali - Yangon), Private boat transfer in/out in Inle Lake, Breakfast at hotel., Station in-tour English Speaking guides, Entrance fees for all visiting sites in itinerary, Private airport dropoffs without guide, Boat Trip on Irrawaddy River

Exclusions: International ticket to/from Yangon, Visa arrangements for Myanmar, Drinks and personal expenses, Tips and porters at the hotels, Compulsory Dinner in Christmas and New Year Eve dinner, Surcharge for Peak Season (22 Dec 2019 - 8 Jan 2020) - Contact us if travelling on those dates.

Reviewed By Z8313ENjuliel

Just returned from the most amazing 2 week holiday arranged by Aung at E Travel Myanmar! Our first week was sightseeing in Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake, Yangon and second week relaxing on the beautiful beaches in Ngapali where we ate fresh fish and seafood on the beach at very reasonable prices! Our accommodation was of a very high standard and all flights and transfers ran smoothly! Our guides were all lovely and very knowledgable and nothing was too much trouble. I would totally recommend this company as I have done to friends and family. Do not miss the balloon ride over Bagan it was stunning!

6. Gokteik Viaduct Full-Day Private Tour from Mandalay

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Where: MANDALAY ‘Made famous for many by the writings of Rudyard Kipling (who actually only spent 2 days in Myanmar and never even visited Mandalay!) this is perhaps the most evocative destination in Myanmar. The second largest city in Myanmar after Yangon this is the economic and religious hub of upper Myanmar and is centred around the Royal Palace. With hidden charms and much to explore including temples, monasteries and markets, as well as great street food and panoramic views from Mandalay Hill this is a city well worth spending time in.’

Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation from and to your hotel to the train, Join in basis on the train, English-speaking guide, Lunch, Government tax

Exclusions: Other drinks & refreshments not stated, Personal expenditure, Tips, Travel insurance

Reviewed By mjm056

I am playing catch up as I haven't been here in quite a while,In 2016/2017 my partner and I travelled to Myanmar having a 3 week custom private tour. The Team at Tour East were excellent, Not only did everything go as planned the guides provided in each area were extremely knowledgeable and made suggestions re our itinerary to compliment what was already planned. Balloons over Bagan was probably a highlight however the while trip over something for all the senses and the people we met were wonderful.

7. Private 10-Day Tour of Myanmar: Yangon - Inle Lake - Bagan - Mandalay by flights

E-Travel Myanmar

Explore most popular attractions (Yangon, Inle Lake, Bagan, Mandalay) in Myanmar. This private tour that covers all the best of Myanmar Route: Yangon - Inle Lake - Bagan - Mandalay (destinations order can be changed basing on request) Start City: Yangon End City: Mandalay Duration : 10 days 9 nights Private Tour : Departure daily upon your request Transportation : 2 internal Flights, Private Car, Private Boat, Station English Speaking guides

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 9 nights accommodation at 3* or 4* hotels with Breakfasts, Private Airport pickups with guide, Private airport dropoffs without guide, 2 domestic flights (Yangoon - Heho / Heho - Bagan), Bagan to Mandalay by Private Car, Private boat transfer in/out in Inle Lake, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional in-tour station English speaking guides, Entrance fees for all visiting sites in itinerary

Exclusions: Visa arrangements for Myanmar, Drinks and personal expenses, Tips and porters at the hotels, International flight tickets Pre/post tour, Food and drinks (available for purchase)

Reviewed By Z8313ENjuliel

Just returned from the most amazing 2 week holiday arranged by Aung at E Travel Myanmar! Our first week was sightseeing in Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake, Yangon and second week relaxing on the beautiful beaches in Ngapali where we ate fresh fish and seafood on the beach at very reasonable prices! Our accommodation was of a very high standard and all flights and transfers ran smoothly! Our guides were all lovely and very knowledgable and nothing was too much trouble. I would totally recommend this company as I have done to friends and family. Do not miss the balloon ride over Bagan it was stunning!

8. 4 days Hanoi Escape: Halong bay and Sapa

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This tour will take you from the mountain to the bay, the most beautiful landscape of Northern Vietnam. With a short 4 days trip but we have a chance to discover the life style of the hill tribe , the terraced rice field in Sapa as well as the world heritage sites of Halong bay.

Inclusions: AC land transfer in Car/ Minivan., Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast., Al in-tour experienced English speaking guide., Halong Bay Cruise program shared in Twin/Double cabin as per tour., Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner), Round trip luxury Limousine bus Hanoi - Sapa - Hanoi ( 8 people in one car, you will share with other tourists), Services charges and government tax., List of accommdation: 3 stars option: Hanoi hotel: Hanoi Tirant hotel, May De Ville Old Quarter hotel … Halong bay cruise: Rosa Cruise, Glory Legend Cruise… Sapa hotel: Sapa Vista hotel, Sapa Panorama hotel… 4 stars option: Hanoi hotel: O’Gallery Premier hotel&spa, MK Premier… Halong bay cruise: Rosa Boutique Cruise… Sapa hotel: Sapa Charm hotel, Amazing Sapa hotel, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Exclusions: Early Check in & late check out at hotel, Peak season surcharge & compulsory dinner in the accommodation., International flights & departures taxes., Beverage., Personal expenses, tips and gratuities., Travel insurance., Other services not mentioned above.

Reviewed By Roshanne S

We booked directly on the Oasis Cruise website where we were prompted to pick a date and put down a $90 deposit for a 2D1N party cruise. 3 days later we received a notification that there were no cruises on the chosen date despite their site allowing us to select and pay deposit. We were offered a day cruise as an alternative and the customer service team was very proactive in contacting us and trying to get us to book a different date although none of the replacements fit our plans. We then asked for a refund and suddenly, the previously very attentive customer service team stopped answering our emails. We have sent 2 follow up emails regarding this payment we made in JUNE and we still haven't heard anything back. We are very disappointed in the service and support from this company and could see no reason to ever book with them direct, if at all. There are a large number of cruise lines operating in this area and we found a great alternative with excellent customer service.

9. Exploring Myanmar During a Week with Tour Guide

Myanmar Upper Land Culture & Travel

Enjoy most attraction places in Myanmar with this grand tour of 7 days 6 nights in Mandalay, Bagan, and Inle Lake. Transportation will be by flight, by private air-con vehicles and accompanied by a private guide in each destination. During this trip in Myanmar will have many experiences with the culture, history and mythical life of people in Myanmar. This multi day trip will lead travelers through famous attraction places in Myanmar.

Inclusions: 6 nights accommodation (twin sharing), Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Transport by private vehicle, Domestic flights to Bagan, to heho and to Mandalay, English speaking (station) guide for 6 days, Meals as mention in itinerary, Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fees for the visit according to the itinerary

Exclusions: International flight tickets and airport departure tax, Gratuities, Visa fees and arrangements, Camera fees and Personal expenses, Other on request service costs not mention in itinerary

Reviewed By maisond358

Mr. Bo Thin of Myanmar Upper Land Tours was extremely accommodating in arranging for our party of 3 to have the full experience of their 10 hour Ava, Sagaing, Amarapura and Mingun tour over a period of 2 days, scheduled around our flights to and from Mandalay, including an airport pickup! We were able to experience the ancient cities and spectacular sites at our own pace with knowledgeable and informative guides and an excellent driver. Excellent tour. This is not to be missed! Among the extra touches, our guides took many memorable photos of us and helped us with the various dialects/languages in the temple markets we wished to visit.

10. Private 8-Day Highlights Myanmar: Yangon - Inle Lake - Bagan -Mandalay by Plane

E-Travel Myanmar

This private short tour provides an overview of Myanmar. You will visit all most interesting sites at each destinations. Route: Yangon - Inle Lake - Bagan - Mandalay (destinations order can be changed basing on request) Start City: Yangon End City: Mandalay Duration: 8 days 7 nights Private Tour: Departure daily upon your request Transportation: 3 internal Flights, Private Car, Private Boat, Station English Speaking guides

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 7 nights accommodation at 3* or 4* hotels with Breakfasts, Private Airport pickups with guide, Private airport dropoffs without guide, 3 domestic flights (Yangoon - Inle Lake/ Inle Lake - Bagan / Bagan - Mandalay), Private boat transfer in/out in Inle Lake, Station in-tour English Speaking guides, Private trasnfers for all included tours

Exclusions: International flight tickets Pre/post tour, Visa arrangements for Myanmar, Drinks and personal expenses, Tips and porters at the hotels, International departure Airport Tax Yangon (subject to change according to the Government rule)

Reviewed By Z8313ENjuliel

Just returned from the most amazing 2 week holiday arranged by Aung at E Travel Myanmar! Our first week was sightseeing in Bagan, Mandalay, Inle Lake, Yangon and second week relaxing on the beautiful beaches in Ngapali where we ate fresh fish and seafood on the beach at very reasonable prices! Our accommodation was of a very high standard and all flights and transfers ran smoothly! Our guides were all lovely and very knowledgable and nothing was too much trouble. I would totally recommend this company as I have done to friends and family. Do not miss the balloon ride over Bagan it was stunning!

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