Cruise Description
7 Night Cruise sailing from Yangon to Bagan aboard Orcaella.
Relaxed elegant dining, a cooling dip in the pool after the hustle and bustle of a local market, or a reviving massage on board-a journey on board Orcaella is an unforgettable adventure.
Named Orcaella after the dolphins known to inhabit the Ayeyarwady River, the Irrawaddy Flotilla style ship will offer a collection of cruises and will operate between January to April and July to December.
The ship’s small size will enable guests to be taken to hidden, more remote areas of these rivers. Orcaella will offer seven and 11 night cruise itineraries with plenty of leisurely cruising time.
Orcaella can accommodate up to 50 guests in its two Balcony Suites, 15 State and eight Deluxe Cabins. All cabins have en suite facilities and are arranged over two of the ship’s four decks.
Jewels of the Ayeyarwady:
Enjoy a seven-night cruise along Myanmar’s iconic river, the Ayeyarwady. This fascinating jewel of South-East Asia reveals its authentic self as you venture past rural villages and small farms.
Itinerary
Day 1:
Board the vessel at its moorage in Yangon and enjoy a relaxing lunch as we start our journey to Bagan.
Enjoy a full afternoon of sailing and an introductory lecture about Myanmar way of life. Lunch and dinner on board.
Day 2
After a leisurely breakfast, visit the small port of Zalon. Explore the streets by trishaw before visiting the Pyaytawpyan Pagoda.
Return to the ship for lunch and dinner.
Day 3
Spend the day relaxing on board as we make our way towards the ancient Myanmar capital Pyay (Prome).
Take in the sights and sounds of the river, or make use of the luxurious ship facilities.
Day 4
Arrive in Pyay in the morning and disembark for a visit to the impressive Shwesadaw Pagoda.
Return to Belmond Orcaella and spend the rest of the afternoon sailing through the stunning scenery.
Day 5
After a full morning sailing, enjoy an afternoon stop to explore the quaint Gawaechaung village by ox-cart for first-hand experience of the rural lifestyle along the Ayerwaddy River.
Belmond Orcaella will anchor this evening at Min Hla.
Day 6
Start the day with a morning visit to the Min Hla Fort, the site of a great battle during the second Anglo Burman war.
Continue to the trade port town Magwe and it’s famous Myathalon Pagoda.
Also make a stop at the busy local market to experience the daily hustle and bustle.
Day 7
Belmond Orcaella will set sail early morning for Bagan.
Spend the entire afternoon visiting the ancient sites in and around Bagan with our experienced guide and witness sunset over the marvellous Bagan plain.
Celebrate your final evening on board at a cocktail party on the Top Deck and say goodbye to your new friends during the Farewell Dinner.
Day 8
Disembark early morning for your return flight to Yangon.
Cruise Itinerary
| Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13/03 | Yangon (Rangoon), Myanmar, Burma | ||
| 14/03 | River Cruising | ||
| 15/03 | River Cruising | ||
| 16/03 | Prome, Burma | ||
| 17/03 | Minhla, Burma | ||
| 18/03 | Magwe, Burma | ||
| 19/03 | Bagan, Burma | ||
| 20/03 | Bagan, Burma |
Itinerary may vary by sailing date and itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion. Please check itinerary details at time of booking and before booking other travel services such as airline tickets.