Escape Yangon for a day and discover the ancient city of Bago! Visit the towering Shwemawdaw Pagoda, the graceful Shwethalyaung Reclining Buddha, the impressive Kyaik Pun Pagoda, and the historic Kanbawzathadi Palace. With scenic countryside views and rich cultural heritage, this Bago Day Tour is the perfect mix of history, spirituality, and adventure.
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Burmese
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Burmese
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Burmese English Speaking Guide
Entrance fees
Lunch
Bottled water
Insurance
Personal expenses
Tips & donations
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Escape Yangon for a day and discover the ancient city of Bago! Visit the towering Shwemawdaw Pagoda, the graceful Shwethalyaung Reclining Buddha, the impressive Kyaik Pun Pagoda, and the historic Kanbawzathadi Palace. With scenic countryside views and rich cultural heritage, this Bago Day Tour is the perfect mix of history, spirituality, and adventure.
Highlights
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Burmese
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 9 hours to 10 hours
Offered in English & Burmese
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Burmese English Speaking Guide
Entrance fees
Lunch
Bottled water
Insurance
Personal expenses
Tips & donations
Itinerary
1
Yangon (Rangoon)
We will depart from Yangon and travel to Bago. The estimated traveling time is approximately 2 hours.
2 hours
2
Kyaik Pun Pagoda
Kyaik Pun Pagoda is famous for its striking Four Seated Buddha statues, each sitting back-to-back and facing the four cardinal directions. Built in the 15th century by King Dhammazedi, the 30-meter-high images represent the Buddhas of this world cycle. Located just outside Bago, it’s a peaceful and unique site that reflects both spiritual devotion and classical Mon architecture.
1 hour
3
Shwemawdaw Paya
Shwemawdaw Pagoda, known as the “Great Golden God,” is the tallest stupa in Myanmar at about 114 meters high. Over 1,000 years old, it enshrines sacred relics of the Buddha and has been rebuilt several times after earthquakes. Its golden spire dominates Bago’s skyline, making it one of the country’s most important pilgrimage sites.
1 hour
4
Kanbawzathadi Golden Palace
Kanbawzathadi Palace is the grand 16th-century royal residence of King Bayinnaung, rebuilt to showcase the splendor of the former Mon kingdom. Featuring gilded halls, massive teak pillars, and a museum of excavated artifacts, it offers visitors a glimpse into Myanmar’s golden age of architecture and history.
1 hour
5
Shwethalyaung Buddha
At Kandawgyi Park, travelers will stroll along scenic wooden walkways beside the tranquil Kandawgyi Lake, with stunning views of the golden Shwedagon Pagoda shimmering in the distancThe Shwethalyaung Buddha is one of Myanmar’s most revered reclining Buddha images, measuring 55 meters long and 15 meters high. Dating back to the 10th century, it is celebrated for its lifelike expression and graceful proportions. Restored after being rediscovered in the 19th century, the statue remains a symbol of Bago’s rich Buddhist heritage.e. They can admire the graceful Karaweik Palace, relax in lush gardens, and enjoy the peaceful escape from the city’s bustle while capturing beautiful photos of Yangon’s skyline.
1 hour
6
Bago
Bago Market is a lively local market where visitors can experience the everyday life of Bago. It offers fresh vegetables, fruits, fish, meat, snacks, spices, and traditional household items. Colorful, busy, and full of local flavors, Bago Market is a great stop to see authentic Myanmar culture and interact with friendly locals during a day trip from Yangon.
1 hour
7
Yangon (Rangoon)
We will travel back from Bago to Yangon, with an estimated traveling time of approximately 2 hours.
