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The best of MyanmarFEB 2, 2017 - FEB 15, 2017
SYDNEY, BANGKOK, พระนคร, บางกอกใหญ่, MANDALAY, MIN KUN, CHANAYETHAZAN,NYAUNG-U, NYAUNG-U, YANGON, HEHO, NYAUNGSHWE, YANGON, MYANMAR,
กรุงเทพมหานคร
Page 2 of 32TRIP SUMMARY
9:45 AM Depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) - Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
3:35 PM Arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) - Suvarnabhumi Airport
5:00 PM Check in at Thara House - Thara House, New Siam Palace View Guesthouse
Dinner - Khao San Road Night Market
8:15 AM The Royal Grand Palace - The Royal Grand Palace สํานักพระราชวัง
11:00 AM Wat Pho - Wat Pho
12:30 PM Lunch break - Home Cafe Tha Tien
2:00 PM Wat Arun - Temple of Dawn
4:00 PM Golden Mount - Wat Saket (Golden Mount)
7:00 PM Dinner - Tip Samai
Check out at Thara House - Thara House
10:55 AM Depart from Don Muang International Airport (DMK) - Don Muang International Airport
12:20 PM Arrive at Mandalay International Airport (MDL) - Mandalay International Airport
2:00 PM Check in at Hotel8 - Hotel8, Smart Hotel
3:00 PM Shwenandaw Kyaung - Shwenandaw Kyaung
7:00 PM Dinner
8:00 AM Day trip - the best of Mandalay
8:00 AM Boat trip to Mingun - Pa Hto Taw Gyi, Mingun Bell, Hsinbyume Pagoda, Khutodaw Pagoda,Mandalay Palace
7:00 PM Dinner - Laxmi INDIAN Restaurant
Arrive in Bangkok - February 2
Bangkok - February 3
Bangkok - Mandalay - February 4
Mandalay - February 5
Mandalay - February 6
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5:30 AM Check out at Hotel8 - Hotel8
7:40 AM Depart from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) - Mandalay International Airport
8:10 AM Arrive at Nyaung U Airport (NYU) - Nyaung U Airport
8:30 AM Check in at Shwe Na Di - Shwe Na Di, Golden Myanmar Guest House
10:00 AM Temples of Bagan
5:00 AM Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Bagan - Bagan Balloon
9:00 AM Temples of Bagan
Lunch & Dinner
8:00 AM Mount Popa - Mount Popa
5:00 PM Sunset in Bagan
6:30 AM Check out at Shwe Na Di - Shwe Na Di
8:25 AM Depart from Nyaung U Airport (NYU) - Nyaung U Airport
9:40 AM Arrive at Heho Airport (HEH) - Heho Airport
11:00 AM Check in at Nawng Kham The Little Inn - Nawng Kham The Little Inn, Aquarius Inn
12:00 PM Lunch - Everest 2 Nepali Restaurant
2:00 PM Visit to the monastery and the winery - Shwe Yan Pyay, Red Mountain Estate Vineyards &Winery
7:00 PM Dinner
6:00 AM Inle Lake day tour - Inle Lake, Inthein
5:00 PM Optional Inle Lake Sunset Tour - Inle Lake
Mandalay - Bagan - February 7
Bagan - February 8
Bagan - February 9
Bagan - Inle Lake (Nyaungshwe) - February 10
Inle Lake - February 11
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7:30 AM Check out at Nawng Kham The Little Inn - Nawng Kham The Little Inn
9:55 AM Depart from Heho Airport (HEH) - Heho Airport
11:05 AM Arrive at Yangon International Airport (RGN) - Yangon International Airport
1:00 PM Check in at Family Treasure Yangon Hotel - Family Treasure Yangon Hotel, Myint Myat GuestHouse
1:30 PM Lunch - One Zaab
3:50 PM Walking Tour of Yangon
7:00 PM Dinner - Tin Are
6:40 AM Check out at Family Treasure Yangon Hotel - Family Treasure Yangon Hotel
7:00 AM Shwedagon Pagoda - Shwedagon Pagoda
12:50 PM Depart from Yangon International Airport (RGN) - Yangon International Airport
2:40 PM Arrive at Don Muang International Airport (DMK) - Don Muang International Airport
4:00 PM Check in at Thara House - Thara House, New Siam Palace View Guesthouse
7:00 PM Drinks at the Sky Bar - The Dome
8:00 AM Check out at Thara House - Thara House
9:00 AM Jim Thomson House - The Jim Thompson House
10:45 AM Shopping & Erawan Shrine - Erawan Shrine, รา้นอาหาร Heiroku Sushi Central World
6:00 PM Depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) - Suvarnabhumi Airport
7:25 AM Arrive at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) - Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Visa Information
Staying healthy
Local culture and customs
Other useful stuff about Myanmar
Useful apps and websites
Inle Lake - Yangon - February 12
Yangon - Bangkok - February 13
Bangkok - Home - February 14
Arrive home - February 15
Page 5 of 32ARRIVE IN BANGKOK - FEBRUARY 2
9:45 AM
Departure
Depart from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
To book this flight click hereBook a return flight from Sydney to Bangkok. Departure on the 2nd of Feb,9.45am, return on the 13th of February, 6pm
AIRLINE
QantasFLIGHT NUMBER
QF 23TERMINAL
1
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) AirportSydney, NSW, AU
3:35 PM
Arrival
Arrive at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Once you land in Bangkok catch a taxi to your hotel. Taxis are available in frontof the terminal. Make sure driver uses the meter. Have the hotel address andphone number written on a piece of paper and hand it to the driver. He will callthe hotel if he isn't sure how to get there.Ensure you have Thai bath available to pay for the taxiYou will need to pay for the tolls and the driver will want you to give him cash ashe approaches the toll booth at the highwayExpect to pay around 300 baht + tolls
AIRLINE
QantasFLIGHT NUMBER
QF 23
Suvarnabhumi Airport999 Moo 1 Bang Na-Trat Rd., Bangkok,สมุทรปราการ, TH, 10540
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5:00 PM
Check-in
Check in at Thara House
To book this hotel click hereThis hotel is located close to the famous Khaosan Road, backpackers' meccaof Bangkok.
Alternative accommodation: New Siam Palace View. To book click here.
Thara HouseBangkok, Krung Thep MahaNakhon, TH, 10200
New Siam Palace ViewGuesthouseซอย โรงไหม, Bangkok,กรุงเทพมหานคร, TH, 10200
Dinner
There is tens of restaurants around this area.if you are after less touristy restaurants then turn right as you exit the hotel,andfollow the road, which will bend right after a few hundred meters. There you willfind a number of simple restaurants frequented by locals.If you want to dine at Khao San road, then turn left after existing the hotel andthen left again into a narrow lane (after 7 Elevel) and then left again. This areais full of places to eat. Continue straight, cross the main road and you are theKhao San Road. T
Khao San Road Night MarketBangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, TH,10200
Page 7 of 32BANGKOK - FEBRUARY 3
8:15 AM
2 hr
The Royal Grand Palace
Grand Palace is Bangkok's number 1 tourist attraction and it gets very busy, sowe recommend you arrive there by 8:15am. The gates don't open until 8:30ambut that way you will be one of the first to enter and you will beat the bus tours(they start arriving at 9am)To get to the Grand Palace walk to Phra Arthit ferry stop (about 3 min walk fromthe hotel) and catch a boat the one with orange flag. Get off at Tha Chang.Entrance to the palace is about 5min away.Ensure you are appropriately dressed (your arms and legs are covered).
PRICE
500.00
The Royal Grand Palace สาํนกัพระราชวงัพระนคร, กรุงเทพมหานคร, TH, 10200
11:00 AM
1 hr 30 min
Wat Pho
Wat Pho is a home of a giant reclyning BuddhaIt is about 15min walk from the Grand Palace
PRICE
100.00
Wat Phoพระนคร, KRUNG THEP MAHA NAKHON,TH, 10200
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12:30 PM
1 hr 30 min
Lunch break
This cafe is 5min walk from Wat
Home Cafe Tha TienTha Tian Alley, Bangkok, Krung Thep MahaNakhon, TH, 10200
2:00 PM
1 hr 15 min
Wat Arun
To get there walk to Tha Tien pier (3 min walk) and catch a ferry across the riverAfter visiting the temple catch a ferry back to Tha Tien pier
PRICE
100.00
Temple of Dawnซอยปรกอรุณ อรุณอมรนิทร,์ บางกอกใหญ่,KRUNG THEP MAHA NAKHON, TH, 10600
4:00 PM
1 hr 30 min
Golden Mount
Taxi and tuk tuk will be the most convenient and fact way to get there. Makesure taxi driver uses the meter. If you prefer tuk tuk then make sure you agreeon the price upfront.
PRICE
20.00
Wat Saket (Golden Mount)344 ถนน บรพัิตร, Bangkok, Krung Thep MahaNakhon, TH, 10100
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7:00 PM Dinner
This is considered one of the best places in Bangkok to try Pad ThaiIt's about 15min walk from Golden MountExpect long queue but the service is really fast, so you won't wait too longCatch a taxi or tuk tuk back to the hotel (about 15 min ride)
Tip Samai313 Maha Chai Road, Bangkok, Krung ThepMaha Nakhon, TH, 10200
Page 10 of 32BANGKOK - MANDALAY - FEBRUARY 4
Check-out
Check out at Thara House
You will be able to catch a taxi in front of the hotel. Agree the price upfront(drivers don't want to use meter when going to the airport)You are going to Don Muang AirportAllow 1.5h to get to the airport
Thara HouseBangkok, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, TH,10200
10:55 AM
Departure
Depart from Don Muang International Airport (DMK)
To book this flight click here.You are looking for flight from Bangkok - Don Mueang (DMK) to Mandalay(MDL) on the 3rd of February 2016
AIRLINE
Thai AirAsiaFLIGHT NUMBER
FD 244TERMINAL
1
Don Muang International Airport222 Vibhavadi Rangsit Rd, Bangkok,กรุงเทพมหานคร, TH, 10210
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12:20 PM
Arrival
Arrive at Mandalay International Airport (MDL)
There are ATMs and money changers at the airportThis airport is located about 1h drive from the cityCatch and taxi (agree the price up front) or a shuttle bus (tickets are sold in thearrival for approximately $5/person)
AIRLINE
Thai AirAsiaFLIGHT NUMBER
FD 244
Mandalay International AirportMandalay, MAGWAY REGION, Myanmar
2:00 PM
Check-in
Check in at Hotel8
To book this hotel click hereThe price is for the entire stayThe price includes buffet breakfast
Alternative accommodation: Smart Hotel. To book click here.
Hotel829th Street, Mandalay,Mandalay Region, Myanmar(Burma)
Smart HotelMandalay, Mandalay Region,Myanmar (Burma)
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3:00 PM
2 hr 30 min
Shwenandaw Kyaung
Taxi is the easiers option to get there. Your hotel will organise it for youAsk the driver to take you for late lunch on a way. He will be able to recommendnice place
Shwenandaw KyaungMandalay, MANDALAY REGION,MYANMAR (BURMA)
7:00 PM Dinner
Have dinner at the hotel
Page 13 of 32MANDALAY - FEBRUARY 5
8:00 AM
9 hr
Day trip - the best of Mandalay
Request the hotel to organise a taxi for you for this trip (approximately $50 percar for the entire day,During this trip you will see some of the most spectacular sights in the area:Inwa (old capital), U Bein Bridge (longest teak bridge in the world), Maha Ganayon Kyaung monastery and many othersRecommended reading
Page 14 of 32MANDALAY - FEBRUARY 6
8:00 AM
5 hr
Boat trip to Mingun
Mingun is home to some fantastic sites, namely Mingun Paya, Mingun Bell andHsinbyume Paya.
The approximate departure time for the boat is 8am but it changes frequently,so please check with the reception the night before.Ask the reception to organise a taxi to take you to the jetty (approximately $5,15min)Buy the boat ticket in the office at the jettyThe journey takes approximately 1h. Enquire about the return time and be sureto be back at the jetty on time.There will be horse carts waiting at the jetty, offering the sightseeing. You arefree to accept for service, but we recommend to see the area on footOnce in Mingun, buy the ticket for Sagaing-Mingun Archaeological Zone(aprox. $5 per person)Follow the main road to access all the sights.We highly recommend climbing to the top of Mingun Paya. The steps are quitesteep but the views from the top are amazing.There is a few simple restaurant located along the main road. They all servesimilar menu and have similar pricing, so pick whichever you want.Once you get to Hsinbyume Paya look for a lady selling delicious crepes withcoconut and sugar. They are absolutely divine and cost just $1
Recommended reading
If you still feel like sightseeing, consider Kuthodaw Pagoda & the World'sLargest Book or Mandalay Palace
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Pa Hto Taw GyiMin Kun, Sagaing Region,Myanmar (Burma)
Mingun BellMin Kun, SAGAING REGION,MYANMAR (BURMA)
Hsinbyume PagodaMin Kun, Sagaing Region,Myanmar (Burma)
Khutodaw PagodaMandalay, Mandalay Region,Myanmar (Burma)
Mandalay PalaceMandalay, MANDALAY REGION,MYANMAR (BURMA)
7:00 PM Dinner
Laxmi INDIAN RestaurantChanayethazan, Mandalay Region,Myanmar (Burma)
Page 16 of 32MANDALAY - BAGAN - FEBRUARY 7
5:30 AM
Check-out
Check out at Hotel8
Hotel829th Street, Mandalay, Mandalay Region,Myanmar (Burma)
7:40 AM
Departure
Depart from Mandalay International Airport (MDL)
To book this flight click here.It takes about 45-60min to get from Mandalay city to the airport. Arrange thetaxi with the reception the night before. You will need to leave your hotel around5
AIRLINE
Asian Wings AirwaysFLIGHT NUMBER
YJ 201
Mandalay International AirportMandalay, MAGWAY REGION, Myanmar
8:10 AM
Arrival
Arrive at Nyaung U Airport (NYU)
AIRLINE
Asian Wings AirwaysFLIGHT NUMBER
YJ 201
Nyaung U AirportNyaung-u, MANDALAY REGION, Myanmar
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8:30 AM
Check-in
Check in at Shwe Na Di
To book this hotel click hereSince you are arriving early it's possible that your room won't be ready. You canleave your bags at the reception and go exploring the town.Your stay includes complimentary break
Alternative accommodation: Golden Myanmar Guest House. To book click here.
Shwe Na DiNyaung-U, Mandalay Region,Myanmar (Burma)
Golden Myanmar GuestHouseNyaung-U, Mandalay Region,Myanmar (Burma)
10:00 AM Temples of Bagan
Temples of Bagan are one of the most amazing man built places in the world.We highly recommend you read this detailed and practical guide to getting themost out of your stay in Bagan.If you plan to see the temples on the e-bike it is recommended to book one assoon as you arrive, even if you are not planning to go to the tempoles untiltomorrow. There is a shortage of e-bikes and you can end up without one. Startby asking at the hotel, if they don't have one then head to the main road whereyou will find a few places renting e-bikes.
Page 18 of 32BAGAN - FEBRUARY 8
5:00 AM Sunrise Hot Air Balloon over Bagan
to book click heremake sure you book as much in advance as you can, as this is a very popularattraction with limited supply
Bagan Balloon18 Lane 1, Yangon, Yangon Region,Myanmar (Burma)
9:00 AM Temples of Bagan
Continue exploring the temples
Lunch & Dinner
You will need to come back to Nyagu U or go to Old Bagan for lunch, as there is norestaurants at the temples.
Page 19 of 32BAGAN - FEBRUARY 9
8:00 AM
7 hr
Mount Popa
Mount Popa is about 2h drive from Bagan. You can arrange taxi at your hotel
Mount PopaMandalay Region, Myanmar (Burma)
5:00 PM Sunset in Bagan
Enjoy your last sunset in BaganMake sure you are at your chosen pagoda at least 1h prior to the sunset, asthey can get quite busy.
Page 20 of 32BAGAN - INLE LAKE (NYAUNGSHWE) - FEBRUARY 10
6:30 AM
Check-out
Check out at Shwe Na Di
Shwe Na DiNyaung-U, Mandalay Region, Myanmar(Burma)
8:25 AM
Departure
Depart from Nyaung U Airport (NYU)
To book this flight click hereBook a one way flight from Nyaung U to Heho
AIRLINE
Asian Wings AirwaysFLIGHT NUMBER
YJ 202
Nyaung U AirportNyaung-u, MANDALAY REGION, Myanmar
9:40 AM
Arrival
Arrive at Heho Airport (HEH)
You will find lots of taxis available to take you to Nyaungshwe (approximately 1hdrive)
AIRLINE
Asian Wings AirwaysFLIGHT NUMBER
YJ 202
Heho AirportAirport, Heho, KALAW TOWNSHIP,Myanmar
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11:00 AM
Check-in
Check in at Nawng Kham The Little Inn
To book this hotel click hereComplimentary breakfast is included in your stay
Alternative accommodation: Aquarius Inn. To book click here.
Nawng Kham The Little InnNyaungshwe, Shan,Myanmar (Burma)
Aquarius InnNyaungshwe, Shan,Myanmar (Burma)
12:00 PM
1 hr 30 min
Lunch
Wanderful Nepali food, just 3min walk from the hotel
Everest 2 Nepali RestaurantKyaung Daw Anauk Street, Nyaungshwe,Shan, Myanmar (Burma)
2:00 PM
4 hr
Visit to the monastery and the winery
After lunch get your hotel to arrange a tazi to take you to Shwe Yan Pyaymonastery and then to to
Shwe Yan PyayShan, Myanmar (Burma)
Red Mountain EstateVineyards & Winery
7:00 PM Dinner
Have dinner in one of many restaurants in town
Page 22 of 32INLE LAKE - FEBRUARY 11
6:00 AM
8 hr
Inle Lake day tour
Arrange your boat the day before, either at the hotel or with one of the boatdrivers who will surely pitch their business to you on the streetsIt's recommended to leave before the sunriseEach boat takes up to 5 passengers, so you can team up with other travellers(15,000-20,000 kyaat per whole boat)It is recommend to also visit Inthein during the trip (let the bopat driver knowupfront)Be prepared for chilli morning. There will be blankets on the boatBoat driver will recommend place for lunch
Inle LakeSHAN, REPUBLIC OF THEUNION OF MYANMAR
Inthein
5:00 PM
2 hr
Optional Inle Lake Sunset Tour
You will need to arrange a boat again (the same boat driver will be more thanhappy to take you). There will be extra cost
Inle LakeSHAN, REPUBLIC OF THE UNION OFMYANMAR
Page 23 of 32INLE LAKE - YANGON - FEBRUARY 12
7:30 AM
Check-out
Check out at Nawng Kham The Little Inn
Nawng Kham The Little InnNyaungshwe, Shan, Myanmar (Burma)
9:55 AM
Departure
Depart from Heho Airport (HEH)
To book this flight click hereBook a one way flight from Heho to Yangon on the 11th of February, 9:55amGet your hotel to arrange for a taxi to take you Heho Airport in the morning
AIRLINE
Asian Wings AirwaysFLIGHT NUMBER
YJ 202
Heho AirportAirport, Heho, KALAW TOWNSHIP,Myanmar
11:05 AM
Arrival
Arrive at Yangon International Airport (RGN)
Once you arrive in Yangon, catch a taxi in front of the terminal. It takes about 45-60min to get to the city
AIRLINE
Asian Wings AirwaysFLIGHT NUMBER
YJ 202
Yangon International AirportYangon, YANGON REGION, Myanmar,11021
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1:00 PM
Check-in
Check in at Family Treasure Yangon Hotel
To book this hotel click hereComplimentary breakfast is included in your stay
Alternative accommodation: Myint Myat Guest House. To book click here.
Family Treasure YangonHotelYangon, Myanmar, YangonRegion, 11221
Myint Myat Guest House30-40 Bo Gyoke Road,Yangon, Yangon Region,Myanmar (Burma)
1:30 PM Lunch
Tasty Thai food
One ZaabYangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar (Burma)
3:50 PM Walking Tour of Yangon
This is a free walking tour led by an experience guideBe at this location at 3:50pm. The tour starts at 4pm
7:00 PM Dinner
Tin Are309 Anawrahta Road, Yangon, YangonRegion, Myanmar (Burma)
Page 25 of 32YANGON - BANGKOK - FEBRUARY 13
6:40 AM
Check-out
Check out at Family Treasure Yangon Hotel
Have breakfast and leave your bags at the reception. Return for them afterseeing the Pagoda
Family Treasure Yangon HotelYangon, Myanmar, Yangon Region, 11221
7:00 AM
1 hr 30 min
Shwedagon Pagoda
This is Yangon's best and most popular attraction. You need to get there veryearly in the morning if you want to make it for your flight
Shwedagon PagodaYangon, Yangon Region, Myanmar (Burma)
12:50 PM
Departure
Depart from Yangon International Airport (RGN)
To book this flight click hereBook a one way flight from Yangon (RNG) to Bangkok Don Muang Airport(DMK) on the 13th of Feb 2016, 12:50pm
AIRLINE
Thai AirAsiaFLIGHT NUMBER
FD 256
Yangon International AirportYangon, YANGON REGION, Myanmar,11021
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2:40 PM
Arrival
Arrive at Don Muang International Airport (DMK)
Options for getting from the Airport to Khao San Road are described hereWe recommend taxi. It's the most expensive option but it's also the fastest andmost convinient
AIRLINE
Thai AirAsiaFLIGHT NUMBER
FD 256TERMINAL
1
Don Muang International Airport222 Vibhavadi Rangsit Rd, Bangkok,กรุงเทพมหานคร, TH, 10210
4:00 PM
Check-in
Check in at Thara House
This is thew same hotel you stayed at the beginning of your tripTo book this hotel click here
Alternative accommodation: New Siam Palace View. To book click here.
Thara HouseSoi Sukhumvit 31, Bangkok,Krung Thep Maha Nakhon,TH, 10110
New Siam Palace ViewGuesthouseซอย โรงไหม, Bangkok,กรุงเทพมหานคร, TH, 10200
7:00 PM Drinks at the Sky Bar
Expect high prices but the view is amazing, so it's worth it. Reservations areessential if you want to dine, but you can come for drinks without having to bookTo get there, catch an orange flag ferry from Phra Arthit pier and get off atOriental pier (about 25min trip by boat). From there it's about 15min walkTo come back, catch a cab or catch bus 35 from in front of the Dome
The Dome1055 State Tower, Silom Rd
Page 27 of 32BANGKOK - HOME - FEBRUARY 14
8:00 AM
Check-out
Check out at Thara House
Thara HouseSoi Sukhumvit 31, Bangkok, Krung ThepMaha Nakhon, TH, 10110
9:00 AM Jim Thomson House
It's going to be a short day so don't waste your time trying to catch publictransport and catch a taxi insted
The Jim Thompson Houseถนน พระราม 1, กรุงเทพมหานคร, BANGKOK,TH, 10330
10:45 AM Shopping & Erawan Shrine
There is a canal behind Jim Thompson House. Catch the river ferry (headingeast) and get off at the next stop (Water Gate).Central World shopping centre is 5min walk from there, Erawan Shrine isanother 5minMake sure you are back at your hotel by 2pm. Trip to the airport (by taxi) cantake up to 1.5h
Erawan ShrineBangkok, กรุงเทพมหานคร, TH,10330
รา้นอาหาร Heiroku SushiCentral Worldกรุงเทพมหานคร, TH
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6:00 PM
Departure
Depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Taxi will take a bit longer at this time of the day, so allow about 1.5h of traveltime. You can find a taxi on the street, but be aware that none of the drivers willgo with meter, so you need to agree on the fair upfront. Expect to pay twice asmuch as the metered fare would beCheaper option is to catch a taxi to .............................
AIRLINE
QantasFLIGHT NUMBER
QF 24
Suvarnabhumi Airport999 Moo 1 Bang Na-Trat Rd., Bangkok,สมุทรปราการ, TH, 10540
Page 29 of 32ARRIVE HOME - FEBRUARY 15
7:25 AM
Arrival
Arrive at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
AIRLINE
QantasFLIGHT NUMBER
QF 24TERMINAL
1
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) AirportSydney, NSW, AU
Visa Information
Thailand
Visa is not required for stay up top 30 days
Myanmar
Visa is required in order to enter Myanmar. You can apply for Myanmar visaonline here (approval within 3 days).
Staying healthy
The following vaccinations listed for this country are recommended (but notmandatory): YELLOW FEVER, HEPATITIS A, TYPHOID FEVER
Recommended reading
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Local culture and customs
Burmese are a very friendly and outgoing people, especially towards visitorThe head is considered to be the most sacred part of the body, where as thefeet are considered dirty and corrupt. For this reason it is important never totouch anyone's head. Even ruffling a child's hair will be seen as a grave insultShoes are always taken off upon entering homes, monasteries and pagodacompoundsNever point your feet at anyone and especially not at a Buddha statue or imageor at an elderly person or even a photograph of an elderly person. Pointing tosomeone with the feet is seen as extremely rude behaviour. The habit of somewesterners of sitting back in a chair and putting one's feet on the table may notbe the best of behavior at home, but in Myanmar it is considered absolutelyoutrageous.Give due respect to the monks although you are not Buddhist;The traditional Burmese greeting is "mingalaba". Locals will love it if you say"Mingalaba" instead of "hello".People are supposed to take off their shoes and socks before entering atemple and leave umbrellas outside. There are places to leave your footwear.Visitors are also expected to be neatly dressed. Hats should be removed.Short sleeve shirts, short pants, short skirts and pants for women are generallyregarded as inappropriate attire but are often grudgingly tolerated fromforeigners. It's a good idea to carry light sarong, which you can use to coveryour legs/shoulder before entering temples.Always walk clockwise around Buddhist monuments, thus keeping the religiouslandmarks to your rightDon't walk in front of praying people. Don’t take photos during prayers ormeditation sessions. Don’t use a flash. As a rule don’t take photos unless youare sure it is okay. Taking photographs of Buddhist statues or images isconsidered to be sacrilegious.If presenting or receiving a gift, always do so with both hands.
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Other useful stuff about Myanmar
Weather in FebruaryFenruary is a very pleasant time of the year when it's not terribly hot (but still hot) andwhen rain is rare. Expect temperatures over 26°C (80°F) during the day and warmnights. The only exception is Inle Lake where evening, nights and mornings can be abit chilli.
MoneyLocal currency is known as kyaat (symbol Ks)Exchange rate (as of 8 October) 1000 MMK = 0.79 USD, 1 USD = 1268.18 MMK
ATMs are common in Yangon and Mandalay and less common in other parts of thecountries, however you will also find ATMs in Bagan and in Inle Lake. Moneychangers are also widely available.
If you want to take cash, make sure it is USD and each bill is in a pristine condition,otherwise it will not be accepted. USD are widely accepted when paying foraccommodation.
InternetMost hotels offer free wi-fi. The speed varies widely from place to place.
ElectricityPower sockets used in Myanmar
Mobile phones
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POWERED BY
Useful apps and websites
Manage your accommodation bookings:
Bookings - iOS, AndroidAgoda - iOS, AndroidAsiaTravel.com
General:
Google Maps (make sure you save the map of Bangkok and Myanmar foroffline you. Here is how to do it.CityMaps2Go (offline maps) - iOS, AndroidCheckMyTrip (manage your flights) - iOS, AndroidXE Currency (currency converter) - iOS, Android
Bangkok:
Public transport planner website http://www.transitbangkok.com/Bangkok Transport App - iOS, AndroidTripAdvisor Bangkok City Guide - iOS only
Myanmar:
GoMyanmar (practical information about travelling around Myanmar)Bagan Travel GuideGuide to Transport in Myanmar
