Embark on a Golden Rock Day Tour in Yangon and experience a spiritual journey to Buddhism’s heart. Trek to Mount Kyaiktiyo, visit iconic pagodas, and explore the natural beauty of the region. Don’t miss the chance to visit Bago and the War Cemetery.
- Kyaiktiyo Pagoda - At 05:30 AM, depart from your hotel in Yangon and embark on an overland journey to Kin Pun “base camp” of Golden Rock (110 miles – 4 hours) and then proceed to Kyaiktiyo (the “Golden Rock”), a massive boulder entirely covered in gold leaves and precariously perched on a cliff’s edge. Arrive at Kim Pun Base Camp around noon. Upon arrival at Kim Pun Base Camp at approximately 10:00 AM, take an open truck to reach the mountaintop pagoda. Once at the top, visit the Golden Rock Pagoda and take photos. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant along the way.
- Shwemawdaw Paya - After lunch, depart from Kyaikhto and return to Yangon via Bago. Make a brief stop in Bago to visit the magnificent Shwemawdaw Pagoda, which is over a thousand years old.
- Shwethalyaung Buddha - Its spire is even taller than that of Yangon’s Shwedagon Pagoda. The 55-meter-long reclining Shwe Thalyaung Buddha Image is one of the country’s most venerated objects. Continue the drive to Yangon, with a short stop at Kyaik Pun Pagoda, known for its four giant Buddha statues. Drive back to Yangon.
- Kyaik Pun Pagoda - Continue the drive to Yangon, with a brief stop at Kyaik Pun Pagoda, famous for its four giant Buddha statues. Drive back to Yangon.
- Taukkyan War Cemetery - If time permits, visit the Allied War Cemetery in Htauk Kyant. Arrive back at your hotel in the late evening.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Yangon
- Daily purified water bottle and snow towel
- Private English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transport
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Included entrance fees for Kyaikhtiyo, Shwemawdaw, and Shwetharlyaung Pagodas
- Services not mentioned in our itinerary,
- Hotel accommodation,
- Tips for your guide and driver (USD 8 for guide and USD 3 for driver)
- Camera Fee (MMK 1,000), Travel insurance (MMK 10,000)
Become familiar not only with the soul of Buddhism but also experience the scenic grandeur of the surroundings of Kyaikhtiyo (Golden Rock). This expedition is full of adventure as you’re required to hitch a ride on an open truck from the camp at the base to the peak. Enroute back to Yangon, take a brief halt at Bago.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Embark on a sacred journey to Mount Kyaiktiyo, the dwelling of the popular Golden Rock Pagoda.
• Look upon the gold-plated dome of the Shwemawdaw Pagoda and witness the Massive Reclining Buddha Image, Shwetharlyang Pagoda in Bago.
• Relish a lunch at a local eatery.
• Tour the War Cemetery which is conserved by the Commonwealth War Graves Commission.
- As you will be visiting religious sites, please wear clothes that cover your shoulders and knees, and remember to take off your shoes and socks when entering pagoda areas.
- This tour is not available during the Water Festival between 12 to 18 Apr. During this time, everything in town is closed: restaurants, shops, markets, Museum, etc. Driving through Yangon is extremely difficult if not impossible because people celebrate the famous water-festival. You cannot avoid of getting very wet because everyone throws water at everybody. People drive through the city in open cars and there are stages along the street where people throw water. Everybody going up will get very wet.
- Due to road conditions, travel in this region is not recommended during the monsoon season (June - September).
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
