AmaWaterways latest river cruise ship has embarked on its maiden voyage across Myanmar, sailing on a 15 night Hidden Wonders of Myanmar adventure to explore some of the most beautiful and enchanting ports along the Irrawaddy from the city of Yangon. This incredible river voyage will offer guests the opportunity to immersive themselves in local culture with a host of amazing experiences ashore, including trip to legendary cities, spectacular views of Mount Popa, artisan workshop visits and outings to bustling markets and sacred monasteries.
Guests will enjoy a host of amazing excursions including a full day tour of Mandalay to see some of the city’s most iconic sites, such as the impressive bronze Mahamuni Buddha. Elsewhere – when AmaPura call in the ports of Sagaing and Inwa – guests will have the chance to see hundreds of beautiful religious sites and temples, as well as head out on trips to the astonishing Mahaaungmyebonzan monastery and the ruins of a 90 foot tall watch tower also known as the Leaning Tower of Inwa. Travellers can also take a scenic walking tour of Pyay, where they will find over 80 golden pagodas, including Shwesandaw and Payagyi Pagodas, as well as the archaeological museum of Sri Ksetra.
This exciting itinerary also features an optional 4 night post-cruise stay, with 3 nights spent at the stunning Inle Lake, where guests can discover the tranquil home of Myanmar’s native Intha people, followed by a further night in vibrant city of Yangon.
Aside from this amazing Irrawaddy itinerary, the AmaPura itself is an equally exciting prospect. This 56-passenger custom-built ship offer wonderful all-suite accommodation and every suite is equipped with its own private balcony from which to observe the passing scenery. The ship also boasts stylish decor and welcoming spaces throughout, designed to make guest feel at home as they discover new and exotic destinations.
This captivating voyage will be departing throughout 2015 and into 2016, so you could see the wonders of Myanmar for £4,999 – including flights from the UK, a one night pre- or post-cruise stay in Yangon with breakfast, all fine dining, complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks on-board as well as life-enriching tours, special on-board highlights and daily excursions.
To book your place on this amazing river cruise across Myanmar aboard the brand-new and luxurious AmaPura, simply call our expert River Cruise Concierge today.