Yangon
Yangon, the capital city, is a lovely sprawling old city filled with colourful markets, old colonial buildings and wide city streets lined with a great variety of beautiful old growth trees. The town centre bustles with activity including tea shops, street vendors, trishaws and 60 year old Chevy buses. Above it all towers the majestic Shwedagon pagoda, truly one of Asia's largest and most beautiful pagoda complexes.

Mandalay
Mandalay, the last royal capital of the Burmese kingdom, is today a busy city with a population nearing one million. Situated on the banks of the legendary Irrawaddy river, the city neighbors the mountain regions of the Shan and Kachin people and acts as a gateway to the North. The surrounding ancient royal capitals of Ava, Amarapura, Mingun and Sagaing, make this one of the most historical and culturally rich regions. Mandalay itself is home to many different forms of crafts.

Bagan
Bagan is one of the world's premier archaeological wonders. Founded in 849 AD on the flat plain overlooking the Irrawaddy River, Bagan came into its prime when the Burman king Anawarahta rose to power in 1044. Of the original 10,000 pagodas, about 3,000 remain standing today, some small and graceful and some soaring toward the sky. Inside some temples the original frescoes on the walls can still be seen and appreciated. Sunset and sunrise here is panoramic viewing!

Inle Lake
One of Myanmar's most unique destinations is 22 km long and 11 km wide Inle Lake where the Intha people make their home. In an idyllicsetting, vegetable gardens float on the lake and the fisherman row their slender boats with an  one-legged rowing style. Surrounding the lake is a low range of mountains and it is possible to visit local villages by day treks. A wide range of bird species also in habit the lake and its grasslands adding to the beauty of this fascinating waterworld.

Ngapali Beach
On the west coast lies the beach resort of Ngapali. Golden sand beaches, palm trees, and the clear green waters of the Bay of Bengal provide a beautiful and relaxing environment. Accommodation of all standards are on offer. Bicycle or stroll the quiet roads and visit nearby fishing villages. Rent small boats to take in off shore islands and observe the local fisherman at work. This is an idyllic tropical paradise, or a great place to relax.

Ngwe Saung Beach
West of Yangon, 25 kms from the Bay of Bengal. It is reached by a 25 minute flight to the city of Pathein and then a one hour transfer to the beach. It is also accessible by car from Yangon (about 5 hours drive). The beach is similar and has the same tranquil atmosphere as Ngapali beach. Perhaps a bit quieter.

Myauk U
In the western Rakhine state just off the Bay of Bengal lie the remains of the last royal capital of the Rakhine dynasty, established in 1430. This once invincible walled city was protected by a series of moats, canals and lakes and was an international trading port. Today a small quiet town surrounded by a few canals with the ruins of distinctive pagodas among scenic hilly terrain. Mrauk U reached by boat up the Kaladan river from  Sittwe north of Ngapali beach.

Kengtung
Located in the far eastern corner of the Shan State in the Golden Triangle, this remotely inhabited mountain valley is one of Myanmars' most scenic areas. Built around a small lake with examples of colonial architecture and older Buddhist temples. It's cool, clean mountain air, diverse ethnic groups such as the Wa, Shan, Akha, Ann, and Lahu peoples add to the charm of this interesting destination

Kyiakhtiyo/Mawlaymine
South of Bago, Kyiaktiyo is one of the most revered Buddhist sites in Myanmar and is located high on a mountain. Know as the "Golden Rock' which as legend has it is held in place by a delicately placed hair of the Lord Buddha. Vehicles are not permitted near the top where the Golden Rock sits so visitors must walk up the hill for about 45 minutes to reach the site, palanquins are available. Further on is Mawlaymine, a former capital of British Burma and Myanmar's third largest city with a population of 300,000. A bustling port with a part in Australian History being the off loading point for POWs of WW11 sent but the Japanese to build the Death Railway. Sunsets from the Pagoda are not to be missed.

Monywa
Located on the Chindwinriver this charming town, home of the very colourful Thanbodday Pagoda and Po Win Taung caves containing many Buddha images and interesting frescoes, is worth a visit .

Pyay (Prome)
Northwest of Yangon on the banks of the Irrarwaddy River, Pyay was established as a trade centre during the Bagan era. Interesting pagodas, remnants of the ancient Pyu civilization, make it an interesting side trip.

Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo)
North of Mandalay, this was a popular hill station in colonial times and with an elevation of 1070 meters, it is still a great place to enjoy cool, fresh air. The town is a center for agriculture and horticulture. The main attractions is the huge botanical garden developed by the English during WWII.

Pindaya
Located in the Shan hills are the popular caves just outside the small town of Pindaya. This vast complex of limestone caves houses more than 8,000 Buddha images(It is a 'akin' to a scene from the 'Indianna Jones' Movie).. The drive to Pindaya is also scenic as the road passes over rolling hills and through farmland. The town is situated beside the lake and has interesting markets and great restaurants.

Kalaw
The most alpine of the former British Hill Station, Kalaw at 1320 meters elevation provides a real scent of pine trees and cool mountain air. Interesting temples and old colonial style houses dot the hills upon which Kalaw is built.