Comments on: Burma 2, 3, and 4 Week Itineraries

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By: Anne

Anne — Sat, 13 Feb 2016 06:33:59 +0000

In reply to Carmen B. Thanks for weighing in, Carmen! So glad you also had a good experience. I'm hoping to go back soon so it's great to hear about more places. Cheers!

By: Carmen B

Carmen B — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 04:17:12 +0000

Awesome post!
We backpacked across Myanmar last year and fell in love with the country, its people, nature and culture. A place I would recommend is Kakku, in the Pa’o region around Inle Lake, it’s breathtaking. And we did take the train from Yangon to Bagan, such an authentic experience hehe
If you’re looking for more inspiration and tips, check out our blog posts:
http://bonatravels.com/2015/06/13/country-summary-myanmar/

By: Anne

Anne — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 03:02:20 +0000

In reply to Elyse Evans.

Hi Elyse, thank you for the kind words. I’m certain you and your husband will LOVE Burma 😀
Unfortunately none of the transport options are great, in my opinion. I opted to fly, as bus and train routes are both supposed to be long and very uncomfortable. Burma infamously does not share their flight safety records (it’s my understanding the government owns all the airlines) which makes a lot of travelers nervous, but the flights I took were fine…
Once I arrived it was easy to hire bikes or a local driver for the day.
Also at the time you had to purchase air travel on the ground (not online.) I used Santa Maria Travel in Yangon to make all my bookings.
Hope this helps! Happy and safe travels 🙂

By: Elyse Evans

Elyse Evans — Wed, 11 Nov 2015 11:45:14 +0000

Hello Anne, loved this sample itinerary for Burma! My husband and I will be to travelling to Burma in a few weeks time. Any advice on the best form of transportation to use to get to each destination? We were thinking of using the train, but wanted to find out how you got around.
Many Thanks!
Elyse

By: Anne

Anne — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 23:22:53 +0000

In reply to Alana.

Hi Alana! Glad the post was helpful. I traveled there just over a year ago, and as I understand it things are rapidly changing. I found it difficult to book accommodation in advance, as it is limited (must be government approved to house foreigners) and most places are not listed online. I called a place in the next city from the city I was in, though there’s likely a better way than this to do it. It worked great for me if you’re open to keeping your plans flexible.
In Yangon I stayed at Aun Si. Mediocre place, but they pick you up at the airport and have wifi (free.) Good location, too.
Hope this helps!

By: Alana

Alana — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 02:50:42 +0000

Thanks for putting these itineraries together! We’re headed Myanmar next month and will spend about 2 weeks. Would you recommend booking accommodations in advance? Any suggestions for a place in Yangon? Thanks!

By: Anne

Anne — Wed, 14 May 2014 18:18:06 +0000

In reply to Bruna.

Hi Bruna! Thank you!
I most likely have raved about Nepal to you already, but YES. GO IMMEDIATELY. Ha.
I have requests for a Vietnam itinerary in the queue, but then I shall do Nepal and send it to you straight away.
Be sure to email me if you have any questions before then! XO

By: Bruna

Bruna — Tue, 13 May 2014 16:47:46 +0000

Anne, what a great post! 🙂
Answering your question, I would really like to see more about Nepal! It is one of the countries I most want to visit, but I am having problems with itineraries and with how can I get there from Southeast Asia.
Love,
Bruna