Mergui Archipelago Adventure – 9 Days
Yangon / Dawei / Myeik / Kawthaung
From $4036 AUD pp (2 pax)
From $4036 AUD pp (2 pax)
Day 1 – Yangon – Dawei
Pa Shu Kyauk Pagoda
Day 2 – Dawei
Maungmagan Beach, Hmyaw Yit Beach and YeI Bu Hot Springs
Day 3 – Dawei – Myeik
Sabar Taung (Rice Hill)
Day 4 – Myeik
Pataw and Padet Island by local wooden boat
Day 5 – Myeik – Kawthaung
Lobster farm, Bettle nut farm and Cashew nut farm
Day 6 – Kawthaung
Day at leisure
Day 7 – Kawthaung
Day at leisure
Day 8 – Kawthaung
Day at leisure
Day 9 – Kawthaung
Day 1 – Yangon – Dawei
Fly from Yangon to Dawei. Explore Dawei, a peaceful seaside town and an important centre of Buddhism in Myanmar. Begin with the major temples, Pa Shu Kyauk Pagoda, with an impressive Buddha statue and Shin Mout Hti Pagoda, built in 1438 it contains a relic from the original Boddhi Tree. Finish the day with a stroll downtown to soak in the unique atmosphere of the town, passing Chinese temples and colonial style buildings as trishaws and horse carts pass by. Overnight in Dawei
Day 2 – Dawei
Start the day with a visit to Kanna Market, Dawei’s largest fresh market. Here vendors sell the day’s first catch of fish, fresh fruit, flowers, vegetables and meat. With lively crowds, and colourful wares, the market is a kaleidoscope of activity. From Dawei, head westwards to Maungmagan Beach, stopping en route at the YeI Bu Hot Springs. Relax or explore Maungmagan beach and Hmyaw Yit Beach. Lastly visit Hmyaw Yit Pagoda, a pagoda on water located just offshore before returning to Dawei. Overnight in Dawei
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3 – Dawei – Myeik
Today drive to the foot of Sabar Taung (Rice Hill). Begin the ascent, approximately one hour to reach the summit. At the top, enjoy panoramic views over the Dawei River and the surrounding mountains which is especially beautiful at sunrise and sunset. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Myeik. In Myeik enjoy a walk along the waterfront and downtown area, passing colonial-style buildings. Enjoy sunset at Theindawgyi Pagoda, whose terrace offers great views over the port. End the day at local Chinese house where they process birds nests a much prized delicacy used in soups. Overnight in Myeik
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4 – Myeik
This morning visit the central market. Then board a local wooden boat to Pataw and Padet Island and visit a softshell crab farm. Trek to the mountain of Patawfor to enjoy a panoramic view of the nearby region and observe the rare species of birds and monkeys. Continue to Padet Island to explore and visit Atula Shwe Thalyaung Pagoda, with its reclining Buddha image. Return by boat to Myeik. Overnight in Myeik
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 – Myeik – Kawthaung
Today gain a perspective of the local lifestyles and industries. Visit a lobster farm, betel nut farm, cashew nut farm and a candlemaking workshop. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kawthaung. Head to the port jetty and transfer by speedboat to Andaman Resort * No local guide *. Overnight in Kawthaung
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6 – Kawthaung
All day at leisure * No local guide * – Overnight in Kawthaung
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 7 – Kawthaung
All day at leisure * No local guide * – Overnight in Kawthaung
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8 – Kawthaung
All day at leisure * No local guide * – Overnight in Kawthaung
Meals included: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 9 – Kawthaung
After breakfast transfer by speedboat to Ranong (Saphan Pla Jetty) * No local guide *
Meals included: Breakfast
INCLUDED SERVICES:
– Program is based on English speaking guide. For other languages a supplement charge will apply.
– accommodation as mentioned above or equivalent.
– where very early morning flights are scheduled, a breakfast box may replace the standard ABF.
– meals according to itinerary / Breakfast box in lieu of ABF when early morning flight.
– flight ticket(s), in economy class unless otherwise specified, according to the itinerary.
Flight from Dawei to Myeik
Flight from Dawei to Myeik
Flight from Yangon to Dawei
Flight from Yangon to Dawei
Flight from Myeik to Yangon
Flight from Myeik to Kawthaung
– Porter fees at the airport where guide service is booked.
– Current fuel surcharges are included, however, these are subject to change prior to tour start date.
– boat ticket(s) according to the itinerary.
– ground transportation in private A/C vehicle.
– 1 complimentary bottle of drinking water and 1 cold towel per person per half day tour/ 2 bottles of water and 2 cold towels per person per full day tour.
– sightseeing incl. admission fees according to itinerary.
– International and domestic airport taxes in Myanmar are automatically included in ticket.
EXCLUDED SERVICES:
– visa fees, drinks, personal expenses. ** Visa Procedures: Myanmar
For bookings of roundtrip or module packages, we will confirm one of the hotels mentioned above according to the selected category.
Please note that compulsory gala dinners and peak season surcharges may apply during peak periods surrounding the public holidays of Christmas and New Year and Water Festival – these surcharges will be confirmed at the time of booking.