City: Shan State
Top Things to do in Shan State
Top 10 Tours in Shan State, Myanmar
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
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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. Inle to Kakku Full Day Tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
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.
3. Inle Bike, Boat and Kayak Tour
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
An unforgettable day tour by bike, boat & kayak - Explore the stunning Inle Lake and colourful communities who live on & around it, cycling at a relaxed pace on secret village trails away from the crowds, journeying by boat through canals and the maze of floating gardens and exploring the local stilt villages by kayak. This is the best way to discover the hidden side of Inle, both on the lake and its surrounding villages.
Inclusions: Snacks, Lunch, Bottled water, Local guide, Use of bicycle, Use of helmet, Use of kayak, Use of lifejacket, Long-tail boat transfers (3)
Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Drinks, Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By longbo1
On a boat in Myamar , this was one of the highlights of the trip. Arrived early as it gets very busy with tourists .
4. 2Days 1Night Trekking Kalaw to Inle
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
We will take a taxi to a small village for 40 mins. We walk for 3 hours to lunch point, and walk 3 more hours to the village where we sleep in a really traditional farm house. The next day, we will walk 4 hours, we’ll get a lunch in the village at the lake, after having lunch, we have to take a boat taxi around 1 hour and half, we’ll pass Floating Garden, floating villages, traditional fisherman and other beautiful sights on the lake. The trek ends in Nyaung Shwe town 30 to 35 km, in 2 days Not included - Any kind of Drink and Entrance Fee
Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner
Exclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
Reviewed By X7221HJjuliej
Had a wonderful 3days trek from Kalaw to Inle.trek through hills valleys ,passing beautiful scenery seeing village life up-close.our guide Rohit arranged my itinerary so we could see different area and views.He was very engaging and made the trek safe and enjoyable. I highly recommended this trek and (Rohit) excellent guide.
5. Private Tour: A Glimpse of Myanmar and the Golden Triangle Trip from Chiang Rai
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4.7 based on 25 reviews
Get a taste of Burmese culture with a private tour from Chiang Rai across the border to Tachileik, Myanmar (Burma). Stop for glittering temples, local food and a bustling market before returning to northern Thailand to visit the Golden Triangle. Your expert guide explains the history of this region and its former role as a global supplier of opium.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Tuk tuk ride, Day pass into Myanmar, Lunch, English Speaking Guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities
Reviewed By alfonsomario
I travelled in a Group of 14 people (including 5 under 10 kids) in Thailand in Genuary. The time we spent in the Chang Mai was an absolute highlight and big parto of it was due to the excellent Guide Narong and the Green Trail Organizations: the excursions were various, very well organized and all defenetly worth. Elephants, kayaking, Palong Villave were my personal top picks. But again, the wise and knolegable wave of Narong was inspiring and made the difference! I defenetly recomend the Organization and Narong in particular. Hope to go back to those beautiful land!
6. Mountains and Lake Bike Adventure
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
This is a thrilling full day bike tour, perfect for those who love a mix of adventurous riding and cultural insight. The specially crafted route has taken us time to refine and perfect, passing through tribal farming areas of the plateau before a wind-in-your-hair descent through the beautiful Shan Hills to reach the shores of Inle Lake. A day that's guaranteed to be in your top highlights from Myanmar.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup, Local guide, Bottled water, Breakfast, Lunch, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Use of helmet, Snacks
Exclusions: Drinks (other than water), Gratuities, Hotel drop-off, Zone Fee (please bring your ticket)
Reviewed By longbo1
On a boat in Myamar , this was one of the highlights of the trip. Arrived early as it gets very busy with tourists .
7. Puppet show and Dinner in Mandalay Evening Tour
Experience an exciting night market with a local guide for an immersive dinner sampling the local delicacies before a BBQ dinner with cold beer, if you wish. After dinner, see a traditional puppetry show, which is a professional and truly cultural experience. Myanmar marionette puppetry has played an important role in the history and development of dramatic art and culture over the last 500 years, serving as a means of making people aware of current events.
Inclusions: Air conditioned private tour, Roundtrip transportation from and to your hotel, English speaking tour guide, Meals as stated in your itinerary, Government tax, Dinner
Exclusions: Other drinks & refreshments not stated, Personal expenditure, Tips, Travel insurance, Shopping
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.
8. Exploring Myanmar During a Week with Tour Guide
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.
9. Kakku Pagodas Full Day Tour
In this tour,our representative driver will pick you up at 09am . As as first sightseeing visit in Kakku ,The Kakku Pagoda is the pagoda complex in the hills which is located in Pa-Oh territory. It contains over 2,000 stupas with origins dating back many centuries. Most stupas are of similar shape and size, are found in long rows closely put together in a square field. In the afternoon, we will discover the life of Pa-Oh tribe around the area. Back to the hotel in the evening.
Inclusions: Private Transport, English Speaking guide
Exclusions: Travel Insurance, Hotel Accommodation, Tip for guide, etc, Personal expenses
Reviewed By FellowTraveler749393
Even a well travelled person should venture up to Golden Rock. The obligatory ride in the back of the government lorries was exhilarating, uncomfortable - yes, seated on a narrow bench, but the journey up the windy, mountain single track road was impressive. The conductor was collecting the fares whilst balanced on the outside ledge of the vehicle! There is a new cable car near the summit for a different approach. On arrival at the sacred site, I had not anticipated having to walk through a village barefoot. Remember to put your shoes in your bag and keep them with you. Those who could not walk the distance paid to be carried on a litter! We bought food at the many stalls. There were lots of families at the summit, sitting peacefully picnicking, sleeping, chatting, just whiling away the day together. The rock is very imposing and obviously very sacred for the pilgrims. Only men may touch it and add more gold leaf to it. The surrounding scenery is very beautiful and dramatic. The Buddhist pilgrims are very respectful, reverend and seemed to enjoy their time at the temple immensely. The whole day was very memorable, I would certainly return. I would not stay at a hotel there as they seemed basic, overpriced and remote. We took the relaxing train to Bago, explored the great sites there, hired a driver for the day, went to Golden Rock and then lots of places on the way back.
10. Hsipaw trekking (Trek to Waterfall and Local Shan Villages) Day Trek
Tour Duration 1 day (6/7 hours) Tour Route Hsipaw – waterfall – Shan Villages - Hsipaw Tour Type Advanture/ Trekking Tour Starts from Hsipaw Ends in Hsipaw
Inclusions: Bottled water, Snacks, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Drinks, Food and drinks, Lunch, Porter assistance, Car when customer is not able to continue the trekking,
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