Mingun Half Day Tour by Boat

8.30am: We cast off at Mandalay Jetty this morning for a half day tour to Mingun. The journey takes 1 hour boat ride on the mighty Irrawaddy river to get to Mingun. Upon arrival, we will visit the enormous Pahtodawgyi pagoda first – hand. This building could have been the biggest stupa in the world if King Bodawpaya won’t die. Hence, there was also a prophecy about the completion of the pagoda could lead to the death of the king, therefore, the construction was halted. You can see a big crack on the surface of the stupa due to a disastrous earthquake in the 1800’s.

Our trip continues to the beautiful Hsinbyume Paya (White Temple). The stupa has a unique design which follows the Sulamani Paya located on the top of Mount Meru – the center of the Buddhism cosmos. 

After that, we pay a visit to Mingun Bell – the second largest bell in the world that is still in a great condition. Before reboarding to return to Mandalay, we will have a chance to explore the basket making workshop in Mingun and interact with the locals.

TRIP NOTES:

- Duration: 4 to 5 hours

- Meeting & Ending point: At client's hotel in Mandalay centre

- Dress standard: Dress code in Myanmar is pretty strict owing to its Buddhist culture. Therefore, you should bring lightweight and long - sleeved clothes. When entering religious sites, your shoulders and knees should be covered. Furthermore, comfortable footwear, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and a rain coat are also necessary things to pack. And always remember to check the weather before you go.

- Your Trip: Your tour will be in a small group of a maximum of 10 people.

- Child Policy: Free of charge for children under 5-year olds go together with parents. Children from 6 are fully charged as an adult. Please inform us when booking.