Places Covered : Bagan – Shwepyithar – Yandabo – AVA – Kyauk Myaung – Mingun – Mandalay
Duration: 4 Nights
Tour Overview
The Irrawaddy River has witnessed the history of Myanmar and gave it life. On its banks are located all the “must see” highlights of the Golden Land from the city of Pyay (Prome), where the roots of the Bamar civilization can be found, to the Royal Capitals of Mandalay, Amarapura and Ava passing through the glorious city of Bagan with its 3,000 temples and pagodas where sat the First Myanmar Empire yond Mandalay the river wonderful second life.
There is no better way to visit all Myanmar than taking a “boutique” cruise on the Irrawaddy in the comfort of our ships. No more long coach trips and the hassle to pack and unpack luggage.
We offer optional pre/post land arrangements in Yangon and to complete the visit of Myanmar an extension to Inle Lake which is not to be missed.
(Upstream: Bagan – Yandabo – Monywa – Mingun – Ava – Amarapura – Mandalay)
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
(Downstream: Mandalay – Amarapura – Ava – Mingun – Monywa – Yandabo – Bagan)
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
DAY 1 : BAGAN-SHWE PYI THAR
The cast off time is at 12.00 noon (check-in 11.30 hrs). We cruise upstream all day. Lunch will be served at 13.00. In the early evening we stop at Shwe Pyi Thar village for a walk. Moor overnight at midriver
DAY 2 : YANDABO
Arrive Yandabo, a picturesque village that specializes in Pot-Making, where the peace treaty of the First Anglo-Burmese war signed on Feb. 24, 1826. We go ashore for a walk through the village stopping to some pot-making workshops to learn their unique production technique, the school and the monastery. Back to the ship and cast off. We continue upstream to the ancient city of Ava, capital of the Burmese Kingdom from 1364 to 1841
DAY 3 : AVA
We explore Ava by horse-cart visiting the beautiful 200 year old teak Bagaya Kyaung Monastery, Nanmyin watchtower (27mt. high) and the Me Nu Ok Kyaung monastery. Back to the ship for lunch and proceed upstream. Moor overnight nearby a river village North of Mandalay
DAY 4 : KYAUK MYAUNG-MINGUN
Visit the spectacular potteries-making village of Kyauk Myaung, and see the manufacture stages of the famous 50 Gallons (200 Litres) pots (1.5 hours visit). Cruise back downstream to Mingun. In early evening, visit the unfinished pagoda, the largest working bell in the world and the “home for the aged”. Dance and Theatre performance on the Sundeck
DAY 5 : MANDALAY
Disembark at Gawein Jetty between 08.30 to 09.00 hrs
| Vessel Name | Cruise Code | Departure Date | Arrival Date | Direction | Cabin Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM40 | 04 Jan 2018 | 07 Jan 2018 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2012 | RM42 | 30 Jan 2018 | 03 Feb 2018 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2012 | RM44 | 03 Feb 2018 | 06 Feb 2018 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2007 | RM47 | 16 Aug 2018 | 19 Aug 2018 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2007 | RM48 | 19 Aug 2018 | 23 Aug 2018 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2007 | RM49 | 02 Sep 2018 | 05 Sep 2018 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2007 | RM50 | 05 Sep 2018 | 09 Sep 2018 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2012 | RM51 | 28 Sep 2018 | 01 Oct 2018 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2012 | RM52 | 01 Oct 2018 | 05 Oct 2018 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Irrawaddy Voyager 1 | 181021MB | 21 Oct 2018 | 24 Oct 2018 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM57 | 03 Jan 2019 | 06 Jan 2019 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM58 | 06 Jan 2019 | 10 Jan 2019 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM53 | 21 Jan 2019 | 25 Jan 2019 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM54 | 25 Jan 2019 | 28 Jan 2019 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM59 | 08 Feb 2019 | 11 Feb 2019 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM60 | 26 Feb 2019 | 02 Mar 2019 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 1947 | RM61 | 02 Mar 2019 | 05 Mar 2019 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2012 | RM55 | 17 Mar 2019 | 20 Mar 2019 | Downstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
| RV Paukan 2012 | RM56 | 20 Mar 2019 | 24 Mar 2019 | Upstream | GOOD AVAILABILITY |
Cruise Type- RV Paukun 2012 ( Departure Dates- 6th Feb 2018)
| Deck | Type Cabin | Price In US Dollar
( Per Person) |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Deck | Twin Cabin | USD 1440 |
| Twin Cabin Single Use | USD 1875 | |
| Upper Deck | Single Cabin | USD 1440 |
| Premire Cabin | USD 1800 | |
| Upper Deck | Premire Cabin Single Use | USD 3600 |
| Main deck | Twin Cabin | USD 1200 |
| Twin Cabin Single Use | USD 1560 |
Note- The Rates Keep Changing Based on Date Of Departure and Cruise Type and Above Rates are Just For Indication.
RATES
• Rates are per person in US$ based on two pax sharing a cabin.
• Rates are based on known costs (including Fuel Costs and Governmental Taxes/fees) as for 01 April 2014.
• Rates are guaranteed within the validity of the same but the company reserves the right to apply a surcharge (up to 30 days before the departure) in the sole case of an increase in Governmental Tax/Fees and/or Fuel Costs.
· Deposit: To secure the reservation, 30% deposit (not refundable) is required upon reconfirmation. If the booking is made less than 61 days prior the departure we require to settle the full amount of the holiday price.
CANCELLATION TERMS
The cancellation notice must be received by login to your booking or in writing by e-mai. It will be effective on the date of receipt. Cancellation charges, per person, are based upon the date of cancellation:
· Up to 61 days prior to departure: Deposit will be forfeited.
· From 60-31: 50% of Holiday Price
· From 30 days to “no show” 100% of Holiday Price
DEPARTURE DATE CHANGE / REVISION
· Any change of departure date is deemed as Cancellation and a Penalty Fee is applied as stated above.
PAYMENT TERMS
· In order to secure your reservation, 30% deposit (not refundable) is required upon booking confirmation
· Final balance: within 30 days prior the departure date.
· Payment can be done by Credit Card only
CHILDREN POLICY
RV PAUKAN (2007)
• Up to 2 years: Complimentary in the parent/guardian’s cabin.
• 3-12 Years: if the child stays in the cabin with one of the parents/guardians 50% of the twin-sharing rate. Upon request we can provide an Extra Bed at US$ 90 net per bed/ night.
• Suite rooms: Complimentary up to 12 years old (extra bed is provided).
RV PAUKAN (1947) & RV PAUKAN (2012) & RV PAUKAN (2014)
• Up to 2 years: Complimentary in the parent/guardian’s cabin.
• 3-12 Years: if the child stays in the bed with one of the parents/guardians 50% of the twin-sharing rate. Upon request we can provide an Extra Bed at US$ 90 net per bed/ night.
ADDITIONAL TERMS
MINIMUM OCCUPANCY
For all departures should the occupancy be less than 10 passengers for Short Discovery Cruise and 12 passengers for Exploration and Discovery Cruises the Company reserves the right to cancel the cruise up to 60 days prior the departure date. A confirmation notice in writing will be released by the company to all booked clients and/or their agents within the deadline. In case of cancellation an alternative cruise will be offered and if not acceptable all down payments will be immediately refunded.
OPERATING VESSEL
Paukan Cruises reserves the right at its sole option and discretion, without any liability for damages or refund, of any kind to arrange for substantially equivalent transportation by another vessel, whether belonging to the Company or not.
EXCURSIONS / LAND TOURS
LIABILITY
Excursions might be operated by third parties. Paukan Cruises acts as coordinator, supervisor and agent only and is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside the touring programs.
PASSENGER INFORMATION
Information regarding “life on board” and safety procedures can in 4 languages is to download from our website or sent via e-mail upon request. We strongly recommend all agents and passengers to read it before travelling.
RIVER CONDITIONS WARNING
The Irrawaddy and Chindwin rivers are subject to seasonal rises and falls of water level.
In the case of water levels being too high or low an alternative itinerary will be offered to Passenger.
Published itineraries are indication only and subject to sudden change. In such events alternative itineraries will be provided and we do our best to ensure that if a stop is missed we make up for it with another stop.
Though every effort will be made to ensure that the published itinerary is followed as closely as possible, given uncertain river and other local conditions, all schedules and itineraries may be subject to alterations and delays at short notice.
The ship’s manager and captain are jointly responsible for passengers’ comfort and safety.
Passengers must accept their decisions and instructions.
PASSENGER TICKET CONTRACT
We strongly recommend all agents and passengers to read it before printing cruise ticket.
