Luxury Burma in Style

Burma has always been a superb destination, from the pagodas of Bagan to the laid-back delights of Inle Lake. So this tour gathers it all, yet stays somewhere wonderfully comfortable each night. In recent years, the country has raised its game, with fine new hotels and exclusive experiences. Put it together and you have a truly immersive trip in real style. You travel with a permanent private guide throughout. As ever, the whole trip is private and tailored to you.

The Ultimate Burma

The idea here is simple: only the very best. So you stay in hand-picked suites and rooms throughout. Meanwhile, the most opulent ship carries you down the Irrawaddy. A permanent private guide stays with you the whole way. As a result, every moment feels effortless.

Yangon: Gilded Grandeur

Begin in Yangon, spending the evening at the golden Shwedagon Pagoda for sunset. So the next day brings a fully tailored tour, designed around your interests. There are colonial streets, markets and gilded stupas to discover. The vast Shwedagon is a breathtaking opener. As a result, the trip starts in style.

Bagan: Temples and Balloons

Next, fly to Bagan and explore the temples with a private guide. So in the evening you take a private boat on the river. Another morning brings a balloon over the plain at the finest hour. The temple plain of Bagan is one of Asia’s wonders. You stay at the Aureum Palace Bagan.

Aboard the Anawrahta

Then board the Anawrahta, the most exclusive ship on the Irrawaddy. So you settle into one of its finest suites, with superb river views. You leisurely cruise upstream, perhaps with a book on the top deck. The Irrawaddy drifts gently by below. As a result, the journey is pure indulgence.

Ava and Sagaing

Continue past the confluence with the Chindwin to the pottery village of Yandabo. So you reach the former capital of Ava, exploring it by horse-drawn carriage. Then cross to Sagaing and its hill of monasteries. Meanwhile, the comforts on board never falter. As a result, history and luxury blend seamlessly.

Inle Lake: Floating Worlds

Next, fly from Mandalay to Heho and drive to Inle Lake. So a private boat carries you to your hotel on the water. A private guide then reveals the lake’s hidden side and its stilt communities. The leg-rowers of Inle Lake are a lasting image. You stay at the Sanctum Inle Lake.

Ngapali: Beach Finale

Finally, fly to Thandwe and the beaches of Ngapali. So you spend three days unwinding by the Indian Ocean. There you swim, dine on fresh seafood and relax on the sand. As a result, the trip ends in bliss. You stay at Ngapali Bay Villas.

Where You Stay

Naturally, only the finest will do. First, a top address in Yangon. Then the Aureum Palace Bagan and the opulent Anawrahta. Finally, the Sanctum Inle Lake and Ngapali Bay Villas.

Who It Suits

Above all, this suits travellers who want the very best. For example, it is ideal for a milestone trip. Equally, it rewards anyone who values style and service. Couples enjoy it most.

A Seamless Experience

The luxury here is as much about ease as it is opulence. So every flight, transfer and detail is handled for you. Meanwhile, your private guide smooths each day. As a result, you simply savour Burma.

Best Time to Travel

Generally, October to April brings the most comfortable weather. By contrast, the summer months are hot and wet. River levels, meanwhile, shape the cruise dates. So we tailor the timing to your plans. Either way, we advise on the ideal window for your dates.

A Land of Layers

Part of the joy is the variety. First come the gilded pagodas of Yangon. Then the temple plain of Bagan. Soon after, the great river. Finally, the lake and the sea. So each stage feels distinct.

A Trip to Treasure

In the end, this is Burma at its most refined. So the hotels and the ship leave a lasting impression. Meanwhile, the guiding brings the country to life. As a result, it lingers long in the memory.

Designed Around You

As ever, this is only a starting point. So we shape the ship, the hotels and the pace to suit. In the end, the trip is entirely your own.

A Warm Welcome

Throughout, Burmese hospitality shines through. So even the grandest days keep a human warmth. Meanwhile, your guide adds depth at every turn. As a result, the luxury never feels remote.

A Land of Layers Revisited

Above all, this trip rewards slow appreciation. So you linger over each gilded detail. Meanwhile, the private guiding adds real depth. As a result, Burma reveals itself fully.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ship do you use?

We suggest the Anawrahta, among the finest on the Irrawaddy. Of course, other luxury ships are available. We will match the boat to your dates.

Is the guiding private throughout?

Yes, you have a permanent private guide. So your insight into Burma is genuinely personal. The cruise also provides its own guiding.

When is the best time to go?

Generally, October to April is most comfortable. We will advise on timing for your dates.

Can it be tailored?

Entirely. The ship, the hotels and the pace are all shaped around you. Simply share your dates and interests, and we will craft the rest.