Myanmar

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Mingalaba! A very much richly-Buddhist country, its temples and pagodas plus the Buddhist way of life are the major attraction of this country. Several villages provide a wonderful cultural experience while beaches are inviting the sea and shore lovers. Myanmar is still in some sort of political struggle and even the change in its name from Burma is not acknowledged by some countries.






Basic Information
  • Language:Burmese
  • Government: State Peace and Development Council
  • Currency:Kyat (mmK)
  • Capital: Naypyidaw, Myanmar
  • Religion Buddhism(Majority of the Theravada)

4% are Christians, 4% are Islam, and rest are either Animistic, Hindu or Buddhist orders

  • Best time to visit: November to February.

Contents

Getting there & Moving About

International Travel

The international flights are handled in the Yangon International Airport. You may check the airlines and their destinations in Flights.


  • International Ocean Liner

The best way of reaching Myanmar is through the air, there are still several ports by the sea, which big ships from other countries may dock. These ports are located in Yangon, Pathein, Sittwe and Mawlamyine.

Domestic Transport
  • By Air

The airport in the capital, Naypyidaw, serves various local flights among the cities of the Myanmar. The Yangon International Airport also serves domestic flights along with its international destinations. You may check the airlines and their destinations in the Domestic Flights in Myanmar.


  • By Water

Aside from the ports by the sea, there are several harbors which are located along rivers or deltas which also aid in the transportation system of the country. These ports are located in Mandalay, Bhamo, Chauk, Dawei, and Myitkyina.

  • By Land

Myanmar's Railways

Buses

Others

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Tour Package

(Myanmar) Based
Before contacting travel tour agencies, it is recommended that you visit our Package tours page to know some general tips.

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Based Internationally


Below are some listing of Tour agencies based on some countries. They have been arranged by continents:

Africa


Asia

AT Reservation Network Pte Ltd- a subsidiary of Asiatravel.com Holdings Ltd offering cheap deals for flights, hotels and tours. They have various offices found in Dubai, Hongkong. Singapore, Philippines, Thailand. Click on the name to view contact details.


Australia and Oceania



Europe

Miki Travel Limited (UK-main)- Although they are based in London, they have several affiliate offices in Europe and Asia which makes connections easier. You can check their website at www.miki.co.uk or visit their office in 18/20 Cannon Street, London EC4M 6XD, England. Affiliate offices can be found in the following Asian cities of Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Sendai, Hongkong, Kuala Lumpur, Beijing, Bangkok, Jakarta. It also has offices in the following European cities: London, Zurich, Dublin, Rome, Madrid, Helsinki, Lisbon, Frankfurt, Brussels, Florence, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Paris, Berlin, Amsterdam, Milan, Nice, Budapest, Geneva, Munich, Vienna, Venice, Oslo, and Prague.


Explore Worldwide Limited (UK-main) - the focus is not just in giving you a holiday vacation but one that is coupled with great adventure. Their office is UK based at the following address: Nelson House, 55 Victoria Road, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7PA,UK. You can check their website at www.explore.co.uk or call their travel agents at # 0870 333 4801.


USA

Artisan of Leisure - located in New York City, across the street from Union Square Cafe—and just steps from the vibrant Union Square Greenmarket. Office hours is 9 a.m.- 6p.m. Mon- Fri by appointment only. Click on the name to view details.

Expedia Inc. - It by far the largest online travel agency with several interfacing famous brands, one of which is Expedia.com. You can book either flights, hotels, cars, a vacation package or a combination of any. You can visit their website at www.expedia.com or call Main Office Phone Number 425-679-7200 Customer Service phone 1-800-EXPEDIA or [1 (800) 397-3342]







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