Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours in Myanmar

Cruise the Irrawaddy River on a small-group tour from Mandalay that goes beyond the main tourist sites, heading north through a landscape of Buddhist temples, river-side villages, and farms. You'll see the world's biggest bell and a pure-white pagoda, then catch a classic sunset on the Irrawaddy River. This 4- to 5-hour Irrawaddy River cruise is limited to 12 people for a more personal experience, and it's the perfect introduction to the Myanmar countryside.

Life happens on the water at Inle Lake, and exploring by boat gives you an up-close look at its floating gardens, stilt villages, and local traditions. The full-day Inle Lake cruise includes stops at the migrating floating market, Phaung Daw Oo Pagoda, and Nga Hpe Kyaung Monastery, home to a unique population of 'jumping cats,' and you'll see traditional fisherman hauling in fish using Inle Lake's distinctive, conical nets. With pickup and drop-off at hotels by Inle Lake, this full-day cruise includes lunch at a local restaurant.

Watch the sun set over Inle Lake and the Shan Mountains on a private boat cruise that explores the lake at its most atmospheric. You'll see fisherman using traditional nets, while passing floating gardens and villages with distinctive stilt houses. The evening light is ideal for capturing gorgeous photographs of Inle Lake, and choosing a private excursion means you'll have plenty of time to enjoy the things that interest you most.