PANDAW RIVER CRUISES
7 Days | Classic Irrawaddy Delta

RANGOON ROUNDTRIP
6 Nights Aboard Ship

Day 1 | Rangoon to Pyapon. Early morning departure from Rangoon via the Twante Canal stopping at Twante to view the potteries and on to Pyapon (64miles) a delightful delta town and seaport with lively docks and markets.

Day 2 | Pyapon. Bogale. Bogale is at the heart of the delta and once a Mon capital and trading port connected to international trading routes between the 15th and 18th centuries. We hope to visit the Mein Ma Hla Kyun Wildlife Reserve, an island of just under one hundred square miles classified as a mangrove eco system reserve and home to salt water crocodiles.

Day 3 | Bogale. Myaungmya. This will be the most fascinating day’s sailing as we weave through creeks and channels cross-country across the heart of the delta. We will stop for a walk about in a suitable village.

Day 4 | Myaungmya. Bassein. Morning cruise across the final section of delta to join the great Bassein River that takes us up to Bassein, the capital of the delta and an important seaport too. Of interest here are the traditional umbrella manufacturies, where the typical monk’s waxed cloth umbrellas are made. On foot we will explore the town, its shrines and vibrant markets.

Day 5 | Bassein. Wakema. Noon departure with lunch to follow, taking the more usual upper delta route of the old IFC ‘launch service’ between Rangoon and Bassein. Evening exploration of this attractive river port.

Day 6 | Wakema. Maubin. On these busier channels there will be a variety of shipping whilst the riverbanks team with life and activity. Maubin is a very pleasant place to enjoy a sunset walk along its colourful strand.

Day 7 | Maubin. Rangoon. Morning run crossing the Twante Canal and home to the Rangoon River and our berth in colonial downtown and disembarkation noon (lunch excluded).

Extend your cruise. Stay aboard the Katha Pandaw for an extra night. Enjoy the experience and perspective of staying in central Rangoon from your luxurious river ship. Includes an evening Irrawaddy dinner cruise.

NOTE: Itinerary is subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the itinerary schedule you receive with your final documents.

ITINERARY 7 DAYS | RANGOON ROUNDTRIP Click ship name to view deck plan.