A Place between Times - Private

Información

Transfer to Pazundaung Train Station to board an electric trolley. A recent edition to Yangon’s public transportation system, the single carriage cars now run from eastern downtown, traveling along Strand Road to Chinatown. The ride chugs along, passing small markets, track-side tea shops and lively neighborhoods before reaching the industrial areas of the eastern riverfront. Alight at Botahtaung Pagoda for a visit. Believed to be as old as Shwedagon, Botahtaung is one of Yangon’s most famous religious sites. The interior has a mirrored maze-like configuration and houses a hair relic of Buddha. The pagoda was completely destroyed during WWII, and rebuilt shortly thereafter.

Afterwards take a trishaw ride along Strand Road. The ride ends at the Secretariat, considered the city’s grandest colonial building, where a short walking tour of downtown begins. Along the way, stop at the historic Armenian Church, Gandhi Hall, High Court, Mahabandoola Park and Sule Pagoda. Stop for lunch at Rangoon Tea House, a new take on a traditional Burmese tea shop located in a renovated colonial building. After, head to Pandsodan station to board the electric trolley for a ride into Chinatown to explore one of the city’s liveliest neighborhoods. Wander along 17th Street where our first stop is Sit Teik Tong Temple, a clan house traces its heritage back for 23 generations. The top floor affords incredible river views. The street is chock full of Chin ese styled terrace houses, food vendors and shops selling fresh produce and dry goods. Take the opportunity to taste some of the offerings.

Finally, transfer back to the hotel.

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up from hotels in Yangon city centre.
Duration: 5 hours.
Pick-up time: At approximately 8:30am.
Drop-off time: At approximately 2pm.
Languages: English.