Top Bagan Outdoor Activities

See the sights of Bagan on a day tour by private car. Bagan's archaeological zone of ancient temples is large and can be overwhelming for first-time visitors. Instead, enjoy exploring with a guide who can show you the town of Nyaung-U and some of the area's most significant attractions, including Shwezigon Pagoda and Gubyaukgyi Temple.

Visit one of Myanmar’s most sacred places on a half-day trip from Bagan to Mount Popa, believed to be the home of the country’s 37 'nats,' or spirits. After climbing the 777 steps to the mountaintop temple complex, you’ll also spot the resident monkeys and earn great views across the scenic countryside—it's a cool and refreshing break from the Bagan heat.

Embark on a boat journey from Bagan to Mandalay on this one-way cruise. Head up the river and admire the beautiful scenery of Myanmar. Enjoy a healthy breakfast with tea and coffee as well as a delicious lunch on board the vessel as part of your package. Your arrival time in Mandalay coincides with the sunset which you can watch on board before making your own way to your accommodation.

- Private tour to Mount Popa from Bagan - Lead by a local licensed tour guide - Pickup and drop-off at hotels in Bagan - Enjoy views of Mount Popa, a volcano and pilgrimage site - We will watch the life of rural area on the way in such as producing palm sweets and how to producing peanut oil. - We may stop several places for taking photos and knowing the countryside

Visit some spectacular Bagan highlights on a half-day tour that includes Shwezigon Pagoda, Thatbyinnyu Temple, Ananda Temple, and Dhamayangyi Temple. The four remarkable sites offer a great perspective on Bagan history and architecture; it’s a great introduction to Bagan that doesn’t require an entire day in the hot sun, leaving you with free time to relax, sightsee, and explore the town.

The best way to explore this maze of Bagan Temples is by e-bike. Discover both ancient and modern-day Bagan on a full day e-bike tour; the streets are relatively quiet, there are great sandy roads that take you to the local market, villages and most attractive temples. Moreover, touch with locals and learn about their daily life styles, cultures and handicrafts. Taste Myanmar sweet tea, local snacks and delicacies at a typical tea shop and this unforgettable e-bike tour ends with amazing sunset at an elevated viewpoint. Highlights are : • Explore Bagan’s well-known numerous sacred temples by e-bike • Ride through the peaceful and scenic countryside landscapes • Enjoy Myanmar sweet tea and local snacks at a typical tea shop

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.