Cultural Heritage Salay & Mount Popa National park - Excursion from Bagan

Overview

Visit the monasteries of the cultural heritage of Salay and Mt. Popa, known as home of the Nats (Spirit Gods).

Itinerary

1. Yokesone Monastery

   Drive to Salay, which had grown as an expansion of the city of Bagan in the late 12th Century. There is a large number of beautiful monasteries. You will visit the Yoke Sone Kyaung Monastery,  one of the oldest monasteries and famous for its wood carving.

   · 1 h· Admission not included

2. Mount Popa

   Afterwards, head to Mount Popa. Upon arrival, you will be surprised about a large number of monkeys jumping and crossing your walkway, while climbing up the 777 steps to the top of the mountain. Take a walk around the monastery and enjoy the beauty of the panorama surrounding the National park of Mount Popa. After sightseeing, you will head back to Bagan. On the way, you visit a workshop that makes products made out of materials from palm trees.

   · 3 h

Pickup

Pickup included.

Your hotel in Bagan (one pick-up point only)

What to know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
• You will receive confirmation immediately when you book.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather.

Product code: 47869P10

Activity offered by Pegu Travels via Viator.