All our guests are unique so we appreciate that different people may want different levels of pace during your trip. Perhaps plan to follow a busy day with one at a more relaxed tempo or know you can truly unwind throughout. We’ve divided our extensive list of Freechoice excursions into Active, Moderate and Relaxed pace so you can choose those which best suit your requirements and interests. 

On the way to Mount Popa, stop at Shwe Hlaing village. The people here make their living producing various items from the toddy palm trees. Mt Popa is a place of great importance to the Burmese, as they believe it is the home of 37 Nats, ancient Burmese animist spirits. The shrine is located on a volcanic plug, Taung Kalat. Your guide will accompany you up the almost 900 stairs to the top. Along the way, you will learn about nats and nat worship as you climb past many shrines and see many local pilgrims. Your hard work is rewarded, as the view over the Myingyan Plain from the top of the volcanic peak is quite impressive. After returning to the base of the shrine, begin the drive to Popa Mountain Resort for your lunch. Then transfer back to Bagan.

This option includes a range of sites, providing a great overview

of Bagan’s history, culture and local lifestyles. The journey

begins with a visit to the golden stupa of Shwezigon Pagoda

for an introduction into Bagan’s rich history. Then, visit nearby

Wetkyi-In Gubyaukgyi, a cave temple with exquisite jataka

mural paintings. Each of these sites reflects a different style

and interesting history. Finally, you will visit a local village and

observe Cartwright making traditional bullock carts, still used

by farmers and locals throughout the country. The friendly

locals are always keen to interact with visitors.

Explore the lively markets at Nyaung U before visiting sites in and around Old Bagan. After passing through the Tharabar Gate of the old town, visit the Htilominlo and Thatbyinnyu Temples. Finish at the museum to explore the history of the area in your own time