THE LAND OF RUBBY
This journey to Mogok offers a unique opportunity to explore one of the world’s most famous ruby mining regions. You'll visit local gem mines and markets, observe gem cutting and polishing workshops, and gain insight into the lives of ethnic communities living around Mogok. The trip also includes a cultural introduction to Mandalay, known as the spiritual hub of Buddhism in Myanmar, where you'll deepen your understanding of local traditions and religious practices.
DAY 1: MANDALAY ARRIVAL – AMARAPURA – MANDALAY PALACE (-/-/-)
Welcome to Mandalay, the hub of Buddhism in Myanmar! Mandalay is a realm of stupas, monks and monasteries. You first have the drive to Amarapura. Being famous for Mahagandaryone Monastery, Amarapura is the best place to experience the monk life in Mandalay. Walk over Ubein Wooden Bridge, the longest teakwood one in the world. Continue your visit to Mandalay Palace, the last royal palace of the last Burmese monarchy.
Overnight at hotel in Mandalay.
Distance:
- Mandalay Airport – Mandalay Center: 24 miles → 1 hour driving transfer
- Mandalay Center – Amarapura: 6,7 miles → 20 minute driving transfer
- Amarapura – Mandalay Palace: 7,4 miles → 30 minute driving transfer
DAY 2: MANDALAY – DRIVE TO MOGOK (B/-/-)
You will be picked up from the hotel by our tour representatives in the early morning. We will drive to Mogok and on the way, you can have lunch at local restaurant (on your account). Make a stop and break at Shwe Nyaung Bin station gate to see the local products, shops and food stalls. Arrive at the Kyatpyin at the west part of Mogok, you will visit to the gem market: locally called “Pan Ma Htar Pwe” near the Panma open-air market. You will see the senic views of the town on the top of Daw Nan Kyi Taung and its pagoda with peaceful atmosphere. Then, you will have opportunity to see the over view of coffee plantation fields. Mogok is very colorful with different people like Shan-chinsese, Napalese, Palaung, Leshaw, Burmese and Lesu.
Overnight at hotel in Mogok.
Distance:
- Mandalay Center – Mogok: 124 miles → 6 hours driving transfer
DAY 3: MOGOK SIGHTSEEING (B/-/-)
After breakfast at hotel, visit to the gem market called “Manimingalar” near Mogok motel in there you can various beautiful gemstones with various sizes. Proceed visit to the biggest gemstones market called “Pan Chan Htar Pwe”; observe the precious colorful rubies and view of selling and buying. The big lake can be found significantly in the very center of town. Afternoon visit to gem painting workshop and gemstone (quartz) polishing center.
Then, we will drive uphill to Bar Nat Village for 20km far; visit to the small local market in the village. In this village, you might see the ethnic people’ culture, lives and tradition. Continue visit to private old British Solider Cemetery in where tombs of soldiers look old and non-renovation.
And next visit to the olden armory in which arms and ammunitions were placed during the reign of British. Then, explore at the “Pan Lin Pyaung Kaung Sein” Mine which is producing the good quality peridot. On the way back, you will see the breathtaking views from the highest mountains road.
Overnight at hotel in Mogok.
Distance:
- Mogok – Bar Nat Village: 167 miles → 5,5 hours driving transfer
DAY 4: MOGOK – MANDALAY (B/-/-)
After breakfast at hotel, visit to the Nilar market which is interesting to see local products, fruits, vegetables and foods. Visit to the Kyauk Pya That Pagoda which is one of the most sublime religious monuments located on the top of rocky cliff. Then, drive down to Mandalay. You will arrive back to Mandalay in the late evening.
Distance:
- Mogok – Mandalay Center: 124 miles → 4,5 hours driving transfer
HOME SWEET HOME!
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
- Private tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary
- Services of a private driver and air–conditioned vehicles
- Service of English speaking guides in every location
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
- International flights
- Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
- Early check-in and late check-out at hotels.
- Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
- Tips for guides and drivers
- Personal travel insurance
- Myanmar visa fee
Tour Map
This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.
