Myanmar, the Golden Land, captivates with thousands of ancient temples in Bagan, the shimmering Shwedagon Pagoda, and rich Buddhist heritage. From bustling Yangon to serene Inle Lake, experience authentic Southeast Asian culture largely unchanged by mass tourism.
Luxury hotels
Five-star and palace properties.
The Strand Yangon
Myanmar's most legendary hotel, open since 1901 on the Yangon riverfront. Twenty-two grand suites with teak floors, high ceilings, and butler service in a perfectly restored British colonial building.
Belmond Governor's Residence
A magnificent 1920s teak mansion in Yangon's Embassy Quarter surrounded by tropical gardens, lotus ponds, and a fan-shaped pool. Colonial elegance blended with traditional Burmese architectural touches.
Sanctuary Ananda
An ultra-luxury river cruise ship operating voyages between Bagan and Mandalay along the Irrawaddy. Just 20 suites with panoramic windows and teak floors, superb cuisine, and curated cultural excursions.
Aureum Palace Resort Bagan
Bagan's finest resort perched with panoramic views over the pagoda-studded plain from a raised position above a lotus lake. Spacious rooms and villas with private balconies overlooking temples.
Sanctum Inle Resort
Romantic eco-luxury villas on stilts over Inle Lake with floor-to-ceiling windows and mountain reflections. Sustainable design uses local materials with farm-to-table dining from organic gardens.
Fine dining
Michelin-starred and chef-driven restaurants.
Le Planteur
Yangon's most elegant dining experience in a colonial villa with candlelit garden setting. French techniques applied to local ingredients with Myanmar herbs and spices. Exceptional wine list and impeccable service.
The Strand Restaurant
The restaurant within The Strand Hotel serves refined Burmese cuisine alongside international classics in a grand colonial dining room with period furnishings. Exceptional mohinga and traditional curries elevated to fine dining standards.
Gekko Yangon
Yangon's most creative restaurant blending Japanese and Burmese flavours in sophisticated small plates. Innovative cocktail programme using local spirits, herbs, and tropical fruits. Minimalist decor with open kitchen theatre.
Exclusive experiences
Bespoke and once-in-a-lifetime activities.
Hot Air Balloon over Bagan
Float silently over 2,000 ancient temples at sunrise, watching the pagoda-covered plain glow in golden light. Balloons by Bagan operates October to March with champagne breakfast on landing. One of Asia's finest adventure experiences.
Private Irrawaddy River Cruise
Charter a luxury vessel for a private voyage between Bagan and Mandalay on the Irrawaddy River. Includes shore excursions to temple complexes, riverside villages, and pagodas inaccessible from the main tourist circuit.
Private Bagan Temple Tour with Scholar Guide
Explore Bagan's most remarkable temples with a specialist art-history guide who unlocks the iconography, mythology, and architectural evolution of the 11th-13th century kingdom. Includes access before public opening hours.
Traditional Burmese Cooking Masterclass with Chef
Private cooking class with a celebrated Burmese chef in a colonial kitchen, learning authentic recipes for mohinga, tea leaf salad, and traditional curries. Market visit to source ingredients included.
Spas & wellness
World-class spa retreats and treatments.
The Strand Spa
An intimate spa within Yangon's most iconic colonial hotel offering traditional Burmese massage with thanaka paste, herbal compresses, and Ayurvedic treatments. Service is impeccably attentive in a quiet sanctuary away from city noise.
Aureum Palace Spa
A full-service spa at Bagan's finest resort incorporating traditional Burmese healing practices alongside modern wellness therapies. Unique pagoda-view treatment suites and outdoor pavilions in tropical gardens.
Sanctum Spa at Inle
Wellness sanctuary above Inle Lake using organic local herbs and lake-mineral muds. Lotus flower treatments, traditional Shan herbal compresses, and meditation sessions with mountain and lake panoramas.
Luxury transport
Travel in style.
- Car
- Private chauffeur-driven vehicles from $70-120/day for Mercedes or premium SUV with English-speaking driver; available through major hotels or specialist agencies
- Air
- Private charter flights available between Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, and Inle Lake through Air KBZ and private charter services; helicopter transfers can be arranged for Bagan
- Airport
- VIP arrival service with hotel representative meet-and-greet, fast-track immigration assistance, and private limousine transfer available at Yangon International through concierge services