Top Activities on the Ground in Bagan

Beside the temples, the famous archeological site of Bagan can be explored from a total different side exploring the countryside and the local life by cycling.Bagan surrounding offer many opportunities a day to experience a more authentic side of Bagan out of the tourist beaten paths; paths despite to be sandy at certain parts are generally flat and smooth offering no difficulties for a  bike ride. One of the possibilities for a 5 hours cycling tour plus 3 hours Temples Visit to explore the countryside around Bagan along the water irrigation system to dispatch waters from the Irrawaddy in the countryside; in the very dry region, the system enables farms to grow cereals, rice, fruits, and peanuts all around year round. Traditional Burmese rural life looks like close up and meet the curious locals. This day trip travels along narrow lanes inaccessible to cars and buses – taking you well off the tourist trail.

Get closer to a place of numerous national as well as ancient temples and pagodas, especially the golden one – Shwezigon through this Bagan itinerary. It is hard not to be hypnotized by the magical landscape as well as the intricated architecture. During this day in Bagan, experience the Burmese culture through Nyaung U market, then discover the surrounding villages.