Myanmar river tour explores the country’s past and vibrant present
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Set sail on an expedition into the past on a 12-day river cruise though Myanmar. Rich history, vibrant markets and ancient Buddhist stupas and pagodas can be seen on this journey on the Chindwin River, a tributary of the Irrawaddy, celebrated in Rudyard Kipling’s poem “Mandalay.”
The tour begins in the city of Mandalay, former royal capital and center of Burmese culture, where participants spend two days before setting sail.
The colonial-style river vessel passes remote villages and former British outposts during the cruise, with the itinerary concluding with two nights in the city of Yangon.
Dates: The 12-day, 11-night cruise operates upstream and downstream on alternating weeks from late September through March.
Price: From $4,182 per person, double occupancy. Includes meals, excursions, local beer and spirits and gratuities. International airfare not included.
Info: Red Savannah, (855) 468-5555
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