World Explorerπ²π² Myanmar travel guide
Land of golden pagodas, thousands of temples at Bagan, and the mighty Ayeyarwady River.
Explore Myanmar on the 3D globe- Capital
- Naypyidaw
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- 54M
- Languages
- Burmese
- Currency
- Myanmar Kyat Ks
- Time zone
- UTC+6:30 (MMT)
- Area
- 676,578 kmΒ²
Top places to visit in Myanmar
- π Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon
- ποΈ Bagan Temples
- π Inle Lake
- ποΈ Ngapali Beach
- π U Bein Bridge, Mandalay
- πΏ Golden Rock, Kyaiktiyo
5-day Myanmar itinerary
Day 1: Yangon arrival
Shwedagon Pagoda, colonial downtown, Bogyoke Market.
Day 2: Bagan
Temple plains, sunrise balloon, Ananda temple.
Day 3: Inle Lake
Leg rowers, floating gardens, jumping cat monastery.
Day 4: Mandalay
U Bein bridge, Mandalay Hill, silk weaving.
Day 5: Departure
Last mohinga soup, thanaka souvenir.
How much does it cost to travel in Myanmar?
| Travel style | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Budget | $25/day |
| Mid-range | $70/day |
| Luxury | $250/day |
| Round-trip flight | $600 |
Rough estimates in US dollars. Prices vary by season and departure city.
Useful phrases for Myanmar
| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | αααΊαΉααα¬αα« | Mingalaba |
| Thank you | αα»α±αΈαα°αΈαααΊαα«αααΊ | Kyay zu tin ba teh |
| Goodbye | αα¬αα½α±α·αααΊ | Ta twei mal |
| How much? | αααΊαα±α¬ααΊαα²? | Bau louat le? |
What Myanmar is known for
A strong choice if you enjoy food, nature, culture and history.
Myanmar travel FAQ
How much does a trip to Myanmar cost per day?
Our estimate is around $25/day on a budget, $70/day mid-range and $250/day for luxury travel, not including international flights.
How many days do you need in Myanmar?
This guide's route covers 5 days: Yangon arrival, Bagan, Inle Lake, Mandalay and Departure.
What are the top things to see in Myanmar?
Highlights include Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Bagan Temples, Inle Lake and Ngapali Beach.
What language and currency are used in Myanmar?
Languages: Burmese. Currency: Myanmar Kyat Ks.
Check your government's travel advice and entry requirements before you book.