’S LATEST LUXURY RIVER CRUISE ON THE AYEYARWADY RIVER

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MYANMAR’S LATEST LUXURY RIVER CRUISE: THE STRAND CRUISE

THE STRAND CRUISE 92 Strand Road, Yangon, Myanmar Tel. +95 1 243 377 [email protected] thestrandcruise.com DECK PLANS ITINERARIES Sun Deck

THREE NIGHTS

DAY 1 The Strand’s three-night cruise from to begins with a welcome breakfast at U-Bein Bridge followed by a visit to the Mahamuni Pagoda and the Shwe In Bin monastery, a beautifully carved teak monastery. After enjoying lunch on-board, we sail to , one of the country’s former capitals, visiting the unfinished pagoda, as well as the Hsinbyume Pagoda and the .

DAY 2 On Day two we sail to Ava, one of Myanmar’s ancient imperial capitals, for a delightful horse-drawn carriage journey through the naturally preserved landscape and key landmarks, the highlight of which is a visit to the majestic Yadana Shemee. Once back on-board, the ship cruises through the afternoon towards the ancient city of Bagan.

Sun Deck Sarkies Bar Strand Spa Sun Deck Pool DAY 3 Day three is spent exploring Bagan’s wonders, including the , one of Upper Deck the most exquisite temples of the region, the , renowned for its gold leaf décor; the beautiful Sulamani and Gubyaukgyi temples; before joining your fellow guests for a farewell gastronomic dinner.

DAY 4 After a hearty breakfast on-board disembark in Old Bagan where guests will then be accompanied to the airport or assisted with their onward journey.

FOUR NIGHTS

DAY 1 The Strand’s four-night cruise from Bagan to Mandalay begins with breakfast in the tranquil gardens of the oldest lacquerware house in Bagan, before passengers visit the nearby Shwezigon Pagoda, famous for its The Strand Restaurant Strand Shop State Suite Strand Suite gold leaf décor, and the Ananda temple, one of most exquisite temples in Myanmar. After enjoying lunch on board, passengers continue their exploration of the Bagan Heritage Trail, including the beautiful Sulamani Main Deck and Gubyaukgyi temples.

DAY 2 The ship casts off on Day two for a relaxing cruise upstream towards Mandalay to enjoy the passing landscapes and villages along the river bank, with scenes reminiscent of the days of Rudyard Kipling and other intrepid explorers who have visited this rugged landscape over the centuries.

DAY 3 After a leisurely breakfast, Day three brings a visit to Ava, the ancient imperial capital of successive Burmese Kingdoms from the 14th to 19th centuries. Horse-drawn carriage await the ship to transport guests for a delightful ride through the naturally preserved Ava landscape and key landmarks.

DAY 4 Day four sees The Strand Cruise arrive in Mandalay, Myanmar’s second- largest city and the last royal capital. Our passengers first stop is the U-Bein Bridge, a crossing that spans the Taungtha- man Lake near , before visiting the and the Shwe In Bin monastery. Following lunch on-board the cruise, stops in Mingun, one of the country’s former capitals. Guests will visit the unfinished pagoda, as well as the Hsinbyume pagoda and Mingun bell. Our final night is spent at an exclusive mooring overnight close to a temple in Ava, while Deluxe Cabin Reception Strand Cabin Fitness Centre guests say farewell to their fellow passengers with a gastronomic dinner. Lower Deck DAY 5 After breakfast on-board disembark in Mandalay where guests will then be accompanied to the airport or assisted with their onward journey.

A two-night program is also available, please contact our cruise team for further details.