Irrawaddy Dolphin Watching Tour [ 3 Days / 2 Nights]

Destinations : Mandalay, Sithe village

Day 01, Arrival Mandalay (By AM Flight), Excursion Mandalay

Welcome to the “Literary Culture capital”, Mandalay, Myanmar!

Upon arrival at Mandalay International airport, our friendly guide will greet you by holding a name board. Then make a visit to Mahar Myat Muni Buddha Image the most ancient Buddha image castled in bronze in Myanmar and continue to the handicraft workshops such as bronze in Myanmar. 

This afternoon visits Mya Nan San Kyaw Palace (Royal Palace); this golden palace represents Myanmar’s Sovereignty and independence and can arouse a national patriotic spirit amongst the people of Myanmar. The Royal Palace was destroyed by a British forces air raid in March 1945 but was finally renovated and restored faithfully into its original structure in September 1993. The 89 main halls were re-built with reference to the original photographs, pictures, palm-leaf manuscripts and a miniature model.

Later head to Shwenandaw Monastery, famous for its teak carvings of Buddha myths, which adorn its walls and roofs. It is the single remaining major original structure of the original Royal Palace of today. The tour continues to Kuthodaw Pagoda, often called the world's largest book (a set of 729 huge stone slabs on which the Buddhist scriptures are inscribed). Finish the day with a visit to Mandalay Hill to watch sunset over the city plains. [Overnight at the Hotel peacefully]

(Mandalay is located 668 km north from Yangon and the last capital of the Burmese Kingdom. Mandalay embodies all the elements of Myanmar’s ancient educational, social and cultural system yet the city is also heavily influenced by many Chinese who have relocated here since Burmese foreign trade restrictions were eased.)

Day 02, Mandalay - Mingun - SeinPanKhone  (By Car & Boat)

After breakfast at the hotel, meet with our friendly guide and then transfer to the jetty to board for your boat trip to SeinPanKhone village, north of Mingun located in the Irrawaddy River Dolphin Conservation Area. During the boat trip, sightseeing will include; visit Mingun Bell; at 90 tons it reigned as the largest ringing bell in the world until 2000, just south of the bell you’ll also visit Mingun Pagoda, a giant brick structure built in the late 1700s and although it was unfinished due to economic troubles it is still an impressive site. Mingun’s other highlight is the Hisnbyume Pagoda, a white-washed temple built to resemble Mount Meru. Throughout Mingun there are small neighborhoods crafting traditional basketry and other artistic items and there is plenty of time to stop and interact with the craftsmen and friendly locals. Lunch will be served on the boat. Upon reaching the village, take a stroll around the small village here. Dinner is served on a large sand back on the river offering supreme views of the scenic surroundings. After dinner, return to the boat and enjoy the rest of the evening at leisure, tucking into accommodation on the boat later in the evening. [Overnight on boat]

Day 03, Excursion Dolphin Nature (By Boat)

After breakfast, take a small canoe, follow the local fishermen to see the Irrawaddy Dolphins where they collaborate with the dolphins while fishing in the river. Discover the traditional fishing method and you can see the telepathic connection between local fisherman and dolphin by sending the signals tapping the canoe. On the way back to Mandalay a short visit to some villages to see lives of fishing and some workshops of carrot rolling and weaving. Arrival at jetty, transfer to the hotel. [Overnight at the Hotel peacefully]

Day 04, Departure Mandalay (By AM Flight)

After breakfast at the hotel, meet with our driver and transfer to the Yangon International Airport for your flight back to your home country or your next travel destination. 

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