Inle Lake Shan State Cultural Tours

Overview We believe our customer's delight is the pinnacle of success in everything we do. Therefore, our voyages are unique to others, where we provide more. In this trip, you will be able to explore the ancient ruins of Kakku, a complex of pagodas that is 700 years old. Not only that, you will be able to meet and experience the lives of Pa-Oh people, the locals of this area. Highlights Discover the historical background and the finest architecture at Kakku Pagoda Complex Interact with the Pa-Oh to observe their traditional techniques and rural ways of life. Explore the capital of Shan State, Taunggyi, and the lives of locals there.

We will explore the famous Indein which is a small village West of Inle Lake, Indein is one of the villages that host the Inle “5 day market”, the market that is held in a five day rotating cycle in five villages around the lake. The Pa-Oh people who live in the surrounding hills sell their crops here. The village is best known for its many ancient pagodas in many shapes and sizes and in various states of preservation. While some have been restored, others are in their original crumbling state. We will explore the market which is beside indein selling interesting handicrafts. After that, proceed to Khaung Daing village and study the workshop of making tofu, sunflower seed, soy bean and chick pea powder. And then back to Nyaung Shwe and relax at the hotel.

In this tour, we will take a unforgettable boat trip to Inle Lake and visit the attractions on the lake which include- Floating Market, PhaungDawOo Pagoda-the holiest religious site in Southern Shan State, Inpawkhone Village - famous for its silk weaving handlooms, Ngaphechaung Monasteries –one of the oldest monasteries on the lake. Exploration of Traditional Ways of Fishing, Floating Gardens, Silk Weaving Workshops, Cheroot Making Workshops, Silverware Workshop, Sacred Robe Woven from Lotus Fiber Workshops during this tour while interacting with locals to learn more about Inthar culture.

In this tour, our English speaking station guide will pick you up 09am to head to Pindaya, a small quiet town mainly famous for its limestone caves called Pindaya Caves where thousands of Buddha images have been consecrated for worship over the centuries.It is famous for attractive lakeside setting, and the traditional Shan paper umbrellas that are manufactured here. Set deep in the hillsides, the caves (some of which serve as meditation chambers) contain some 6000 Buddhas of various sizes, which are made of white marble, bronze or plaster, and coated with gold leaf. At the entrance to the caves sits the 15 metre tall  Shwe U Min Pagoda. On the way, we will pass through the hill tribe villages. We will visit Pindaya caves, Traditional Shan paper making village, Pottery and Umbrella making villages. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Proceed to Nyaung Shwe and visit attractions in Nyaung Shwe. Back to hotel in the evening.

Inle Lake is an idyllic destination where clear waters, mountains back drops, floating gardens and stilted villages coexist. Highlights:  • Travel by boat and see the sights from the water  • Private guide for a more personalized experience  • Floating Market (can be able to see on the 5 market days only ) • Visiting Phaungdaw Oo Pagoda, Ngaphechaung Monastery (well known for its jumping cats) • Experiencing weaving factory, silver smith workshop and as well a floating plantation.

Take your life time memory by visiting Inle Lake, natural and unpolluted, it is famous for its scenic beauty and the unique leg-rowing of the Inthas, the native lake dwellers. This infinite picturesque lake, 900metres above sea-level, 20 km long and 10km across, has a population of some 160,000 many of whom live on floating islands of vegetation. HIGHLIGHTS • Learn the traditional way of growing crops in the Floating Vegetable Garden • Take a photo of the unique Inthas style of boat rowing by leg • Visit Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, the most revered and famous pagoda of the whole Shan State • Discover the various arts in traditional workshops at Inn Paw Khone village • Visit Nga Phe Kyaung Monastery to discover the ancient Buddha statues and its building style on the lake • Explore an enjoyable boat tour and partial walking tour to Indein pagoda complex at the western shore of Inle Lake

Discover the attractions of Inle Lake on a day tour that provides the chance to see the rural scenery of the lake and its surrounding area and learn a bit about the culture of the people who live and work here. Sights include a monastery, a pagoda, and a floating garden. Lunch is included.

I am Kyaw Aung Htun @ AnGuu Operator of oh Myanmar travel and tour based in Mandalay, Myanmar. I love to travel and participate in concerning to learn culture where I have been to. I try to take travelers to participate and learn about the culture.

You will see the best of Myanmar through our itinerary. This insightful itinerary covers a lot of ground, starting from the vibrant city of Yangon and traveling onwards to the temple-filled plains of Bagan. Explore Mandalay’s ancient capitals and then fly to the Shan State, a region of stunning landscapes and colorful hill tribe groups.

You will see the best of Myanmar through our itinerary. This insightful itinerary covers a lot of ground, starting from the vibrant city of Yangon and traveling onwards to the temple-filled plains of Bagan. Explore Mandalay’s ancient capitals and then fly to the Shan State, a region of stunning landscapes and colorful hill tribe groups.

Explore two main famous attractions regions such as Bagan and Inle Lake in 5 nights and 6 days. Bagan, the heart of archaeological zone offers convenient access to some of the world's most magnificent temples. Enjoy Bagan temples sunrise and sunset from Ayeyarwaddy River. Explore Innthar villages around Inle lake and visit ancient ruined temples, floating villages, gardens and tasting wine in Vine yard. A wonderful experience in and rich and simple environment

An extensive tour of the most striking sites of Myanmar, from Yangon to Bagan, Mandalay and Inle lake…A glimpse on the colonial city of Yangon and the Golden Shwedagon pagoda flight to the world Heritage Site of Bagan, one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Asia. Continue to Mandalay, the cultural capital of the country to enjoy different colour of travel given by its nature and its people. Then to the beautiful Inle Lake over 1,300 metres above sea level setting encircled by wooded hills. A wonderful experience in and rich and simple environment.

Get experience riding the horse through the jungle on the Shan Hill which is higher than 1300 metres above sea level. Ride through the farming area where Gingers, Potatoes, Rice, Turmeric, Saffron and other vegetables are cultivated. Having lunch at the local house can make you a wonderful experience.

Our sightseeing tour will  start exploring in Beautiful Taunggyi where we will visit Shwe Phone Pwint Pagoda which sits at the top of a ridge to the east of Taunggyi. It offers a panoramic view of the entire city and has breezy weather.  Followed by Sulamuni pagoda, a huge white stupa modelled on the Ananda temple in Bagan and Myoma market where you can observe and purchase authentic traditional Shan organic food and products from the local people. After that we will proceed to AyeThaYa vineyard which is the site of first vineyard in Myanmar opearting by German owners to see the wine making process and get a bit local wine taste. after that, we will be back to hotel in the evening for relaxation.