Take part in one of Myanmar’s holiest pilgrimage sites to the Golden Rock (Kyaikthiyo), a boulder shrine covered in gold leaf that delicately, miraculously balances at the edge of a cliff. No other natural wonder like it exists in the world. The gravity-defying boulder is thought to be imbued with celestial properties by a holy hair relic of the Buddha. Pilgrims from all over Myanmar and Asia dream of coming to Kyaikthiyo at least once in their lifetime to see and touch the boulder. From the Golden Rock, views of the wooded hills shrouded in mist and accompanied by the wisps of incense create a surreal and totally unforgettable experience. En route to the Golden Rock, we visit Bago, the capital of the ancient Mon Kingdom and one of the richest archeological sites in Myanmar.
Brief Itinerary
Day 1: Yangon - Bago – Golden Rock (Kyaikthiyo) Day 2: Golden Rock – Bago – Yangon Day 1: Yangon - Bago – Golden Rock (Kyaikthiyo)
*The Royal Treatment * for those who would prefer relaxation the entire way, they can enjoy views from a bamboo sedan chair carried by four local porters. Trip guides at the base of the climb can make arrangements. Prices are determined by season, availability and body weight (typical rates run around 30 USD).
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Overnight stay: In a hotel near Golden Rock. Day 2: Golden Rock – Bago – Yangon Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Included: All entrance fees to the sites mentioned in the itinerary English speaking local guides (other language guides available with additional cost) 2 bottles of water and 2 refreshing towels per person on full day excursions Lodging with breakfast as specified in the itinerary Meals as specified in the itinerary Luggage handling fees at Golden Rock
Excluded International airfares or domestic air fares Meals or any other item not described in the itinerary Early check-in, late check-out, services and non-mentioned meals in the itinerary Drinks during meals, hotel extras and other expenditure of personal nature Travel insurance Tips This tour is private and can be tailor-made to suit your travel needs. As a result the price is quoted in US dollars and shown on a per-person basis. The 'Price From' quoted above is for parties of 2, 4 and 6 people and for accommodation in 3 star hotels. The final price will be privately quoted, based on the number in your party, your preferred time of travel, grade of hotel and any additional services requested. Please click on the BOOK NOW button and fill in the booking form, after which one of our travel consultants will customize the best value holiday for you.
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