The Grand Voyage Over Myanmar

 

7 days in the cultural heartland of Myanmar seen from a hot air balloon

Myanmar has been an inspiration to travellers for centuries.  Our exclusive balloon safaris take you to the most stunning sites of Myanmar in a style and manner reminiscent of the great days of luxury travel earlier this century. Site seeing by balloon is a truly remarkable experience, allowing you to venture off the beaten path and gain a unique perspective of the country and its people.  Our tour takes us to three locations offering some of the most spectacular views in Asia .

Balloons Over Bagan

Balloons Over Bagan

Pindaya


Reminiscent of the rolling hills of Tuscany , Pindaya is set against some of the highest Shan Mountains and is a delight to see from the air.  We will fly along the mountain valley, passing tiny Shan hamlets and hill top pagodas occasionally swooping down to the delight of villagers who have never seen a hot air balloon before. December is a time when the fields are awash with colour, with swathes of green and yellow against brilliant blue skies.

Inle Lake

Shan State ’s famed Inle Lake is home to the Inthar people, who live on and around the lake.  To fly over the lake in a balloon, has to be one of the most beautiful ways to see this wonder.  Our skilled pilots carefully use their knowledge of the winds to steer the balloon over the floating villages and gardens.  You will see the morning fishermen looking for the first catch of the day, and boats laden full by the immense labyrinth of canals that of produce on their way to the market. At higher altitude you will be amazed spread as far as the eye can see, and that provide access to the thousands of village houses seemingly floating on the lake.

 

 

Balloons Over Bagan

Balloons Over Bagan

 Bagan

 Bagan is one of the most remarkable sights in all of Asia . Our journey explores the ancient capital and surrounding areas from the air to fully appreciate its scale and historical importance. Against a backdrop of ancient temples drifting by, Bagan is at its most magical early in the morning. Sometimes we see mist swirling through the pagodas and lines of monks on their daily procession as the whole community slowly comes to life. Landings are varied and exciting. Often we land in fields in the very midst of the pagodas, other times on sandbanks next to the mighty Ayeyarwaddy River . Wherever we land our friendly crew and a celebratory glass of champagne will be on hand.  


 
 

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Heho morning flight (from Yangon ) and transfer to Pindaya. Evening balloon flight.  
Day 2  Morning balloon flight and day at leisure in Pindaya - transfer to Inle Princess afternoon.  
Day 3  Day at leisure in Inle.    
Day 4  Morning balloon flight and day at leisure in Inle.  
Day 5 Morning balloon flight and afternoon check out and onward flight to Bagan.   
Day 6  Morning balloon flight over Bagan and day at leisure in Bagan.  
Day 7 Morning balloon flight over Bagan and afternoon checkout to Airport and onward connections.


Reservations and Pricing

1)     Pricing: We will now operate with a minimum of 4 passengers per trip and a maximum of 8. Published rates listed below will be commissionable by 25%.

Published rate      4pax            USD 6800 per person all inclusive
Published rate      5pax            USD 6400 per person all inclusive
Published rate      6pax            USD 6200 per person all inclusive
Published rate      7pax            USD 6100 per person all inclusive
Published rate      8pax            USD 6000 per person all inclusive

 

2)    Payment and confirmation: A 50% deposit will be required to secure the booking. Final payment will be due one month before departure.

 

Cancellation fees will only apply upon payment and issue of tickets as follows.
·    Cancellation up to three months before – 90% refund
·        Cancellation up to one month before –  50% refund
·        Cancellation less than one month before –  no refund

 

Tour Staff & Support  

At all times clients will be hosted by their Balloons over Bagan dedicated pilot as well as a local knowlegeable guide. Behind the scenes our professional ground crew, fleet of vehicles, boats and drivers will be working hard to ensure a seamless travel experience  

Group Size (4 – 8 pax)

 

Our Group size is restricted to a maximum of 8 people to ensure the highest levels of exclusivity and privacy. At all times our luxury antique bus will be on hand as you experience beautiful Shan Sate in style and comfort.  

Terms and Conditions

 

TRIP PRICE INCLUDES   Trip is all inclusive from arrival at Heho Airport until departure from Bagan.  The trip will provide the following.   Deluxe accommodation including room tax and service charges, and baggage handling.  All meals consisting of full breakfast, lunch, and dinner. House wines, spirits juices and soft drinks are included with all lunches and dinners.  Balloon adventures and site seeing by English speaking guide, entrance fees to all places visited.  Transfers and transportation if indicated.  

 ITEMS NOT INCLUDED   Air and airport charges except where noted, passport fees, all items of a personal nature including laundry, wine or liquor, accept those served by Balloons over Bagan.  Visas and trip insurance.  Tips for the local crew are not included and are at the discretion of each guest.


CONDITIONS OF FLIGHT
3)      It may be required to cancel flights by Balloons over Bagan for safety reasons or as a result of unfavourable weather or operational difficulties.  The client accepts this as a part of the nature of a ballooning holiday.

4)      Any known medical condition which may affect your ability to fly or assist the crew must be disclosed to Balloons over Bagan at the time of booking and to the pilot on the day of the flight, i.e. epilepsy, recent surgery etc. Some conditions may preclude you from eligibility to fly. Pregnant women will not be permitted to fly, and Balloons over Bagan will not accept liability for illness or injury due to any undisclosed condition or failure to comply with any reasonable instruction given by the pilot or crew or company representative.

5)      No-smoking is permitted during the flight or anywhere in proximity to the balloon.

6)      The pilot in command is legally obliged to consider the safety of his passengers at all times and may refuse to carry passengers for whatever reason if it is considered their carriage may endanger the flight, other passengers or themselves. Balloons over Bagan reserve the right to refuse the carriage of any passenger.

7)      The passenger must carefully listen to the security briefing given by the pilot before the launch of the balloon and indicate in case he / she doesn’t understand the security briefing.

8)      The pilot of the day has absolute authority and all passengers and crew must comply with his instructions. The pilot’s decision on all matters is final.

 9)      Balloons over Bagan expects passengers to assist the pilot and crew in any situation that is deemed reasonable, during pre- and post-flight activities.

10)   Balloons over Bagan reserves the right to cancel or delay flights, change rendezvous and launch sites, at short notice, to achieve a safe and successful flight. Balloons over Bagan will not accept liability for any consequential loss or inconvenience.

11)   Balloons over Bagan carries third party and passenger liability of US$ 3,000,000. 12)   Balloons over Bagan accepts no liability for claims arising as a result of an act or default of any other passenger or bystander. 13)   Balloons over Bagan accepts no liability for loss or damage to persons or property other than that of which results from negligence on its own part.

14)   Balloons over Bagan does not accept liability for loss or damage to personal effects.

15)   Balloons over Bagan reserves the right to alter, revise or review any terms, conditions or rates, at its discretion.

 

  
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