Local touch in the garden city of Yangon
21st December 2016Yangon, one of Myanmar’s most busy and exciting cities, maintains its chamber with wide, tree-lined avenues, tranquil lakes and majestic colonial architecture. Today there’s a lot of interesting tours which offer experience on the city, the life, the culture, the things that happen along the streets and within the nooks and crannies.
Yangon Art Gallery Tour
Explore traditional and modern Burmese art with a specially guided tour of Yangon’s art scene. There’s three local galleries displaying paintings, sculptures, photographs and antiques from famous art pioneers and emerging young artists, and enjoy a cocktail at House of Memories restaurant, a historic building used by the BIA (Burma Independence Army) and BDA (Burma Defense Army).
Bike Tour – Islands and Rivers
Explore the hidden backstreets, markets and the Indian village of Dala. Cycling through paddy fields and small villages where you will be greeted by the friendly locals.
Yangon Photo Tour
Guided by experience tour guide who is keen on photographing the uniqueness of Yangon, this Yangon photography guide showcases the most amazing shooting areas that Yangon has to offer.
Traditional Medicine Tour
Spend half a day learning about the plants, roots, stems and animal-based concoctions used in Burmese traditional practices and meet with a local medicine man.
Yangon for Foodies
Visit one of the famous markets, try some snacks, have a tea at a local tea shop and end with a lunch at one of best local restaurants in town.