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* Irrawaddy River Cruises
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A journey along the legendary Irrawaddy
is a voyage of a lifetime. From this mighty river, which runs
the length of the country, all of Myanmar's treasures, for so
long hidden from the world's gaze, can be admired. The elegant
river cruiser Road to Mandalay and the historic River Vessel
Pandaw 1947 provide the ultimate vantage point from which to
absorb Myanmar's serene beauty, taking in its golden-spired
pagodas, ancient temples, sleepy riverside settlements and
saffron-clad monks.Please note that “Ayeyarwady” is the new name
for “Irrawaddy”. |
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* ROAD TO MANDALAY *
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 Operated by Orient Express, the Road to Mandalay
provides an international standard of luxury and service
previously unknown in this part of the world. We are delighted
to offer this exclusive cruise product to our guests. The Road
to Mandalay is the most elegant and gracious way to see the
magical land of Myanmar from this vantage point which is the
heart and soul of the country…the Irrawaddy River. |
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HISTORY
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With its inaugural voyage in January 1996 the
Road To Mandalay marked a new venture for the famed
Orient-Express. With the Union of Myanmar (formerly Burma)
gradually reopening its doors to the outside world, the Road To
Mandalay became the ideal way to explore the undiscovered beauty
of this long-hidden land.
The ship itself originally began life as a Rhine cruiser in
Germany and made her maiden voyage on 6th July 1964. Originally
built to very high standards for its day, the ship was purchased
by Orient-Express Hotels, Trains & Cruises in 1994 following a
period as a floating hotel in Dresden.
The ship underwent a major refurbishment programme at
Lauenberg/Hamburg at a cost of US$6 million. This mostly
consisted of reducing the number of cabins from 98 to 72, and
installing decorations that blend contemporary designs with
traditional Burmese, plus a state-of-the-art sewage system to
preserve the purity of the Ayeyarwady River. Once the
refurbishment was completed the ship was transported, courtesy
of a specialist transporting ship, via the English Channel and
the Suez Canal to Myanmar, arriving towards the end of 1995. The
Road To Mandalay was unloaded in Yangon and, after attracting a
great deal of local interest, sailed up the Ayeyarwady River to
Mandalay.
Once in Mandalay local craftsmen added final decoration and
fittings including locally woven furniture for the Observation
Lounge, and carvings for the Restaurant. Local antiques were
also sought and carefully chosen to provide a true Burmese
atmosphere on board.
The inaugural cruise departed Mandalay on 31st January 1996
and arrived in Bagan on 5th February 1996, guests included HRH
Prince Michael of Greece, Helena Bonham Carter, HRH Princess
Michael of Kent and HRH Princess Marina of Greece.
Today the Road To Mandalay continues to ply the waters of the
Ayeyarwady River giving passengers the opportunity to see this
fascinating and ancient land while travelling in traditional
comfort. |
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ABOUT THE SHIP
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 The luxury river cruise ship has been created by
Venice-Simplon-Orient-Express from the former MS Nederland.
Since 1995 this totally refurbished ship sails between Mandalay
and Bagan. The ship has a swimming pool, a large sun deck, a
spacious observation lounge with large windows in addition to
the excellent cabin facilities, a restaurant able to accommodate
all passengers in one sitting and satellite communications.
Consultant designers were appointed to devise new internal and
external decorative schemes in sympathy with the vessels new
role and the “Orient-Express” brand.
The Road to Mandalay can accommodate a maximum of 110
passengers in 3 different cabin types. All cabins are fully
air-conditioned and have en suite shower and WC facilities. Each
cabin has a personal safe, telephone and satellite TV with
in-house video. Sockets are suitable for 2-pin round plugs (220
volts). Hair dryers are available in each cabin. |
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TO INCLUDE IN YOUR ITINERARY
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We will be delighted to include this incredible
cruise experience in your custom itinerary between Mandalay and
Bagan. |
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3 Nights - Mandalay-Bagan (4 days/3 nights)
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Highlights
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Join the Road To Mandalay for three nights. Visit
Mandalay, the centre of Burmese culture, Sagaing famous for its
silversmiths and the awe-inspiring plain of Bagan where more
than 2,000 temples and pagodas await your discovery. |
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Prices
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2008 |
| Single (B Deck) Cabin |
US$2010 |
US$2110 |
| State Cabin |
US$3450 |
US$3610 |
| Superior (A Deck)
Cabin |
US$2640 |
US$2760 |
| Superior (B Deck)
Cabin |
US$2010 |
US$2110 |
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* Prices are per person and include all table d'hôte meals and
accommodation on board based on two people sharing (except
Single Cabin), economy class flights, transfers and sightseeing
in Myanmar as shown in the itinerary. |
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Departure Dates (Wednesdays)
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2008
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- November 5, 12, 19, 26
- December 3, 17, 24
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I T I N E R A R Y
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Day 1 – Wednesday (Mandalay)
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Morning domestic flight from Yangon to Mandalay. Transfer to the
Road To Mandalay berthed on the Ayeyarwady River at Shwe Kyet
Yet. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the key sights of
Mandalay regarded as the centre of Burmese culture and Buddhist
learning. Return to Road To Mandalay for dinner and local
entertainment in the evening. |
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Day 2 – Thursday (Sagaing)
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After an early breakfast visit Sagaing, the living centre of the
Buddhist faith in Burma and famous for its silversmiths who
still work in much the same way as their ancestors did. The ship
gets underway mid-morning, and begins its journey south. The
rest of the day is spent relaxing on board observing the local
river life from the top deck. An on-board guide lectures on
local places and customs. Dinner on board. |
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Day 3 – Friday (Bagan)
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The ship arrives at Bagan where over 2,000
temples and pagodas are scattered on an awe-inspiring plain
beside the river. A guided orientation tour introduces you to
the most important temples. After lunch you have the opportunity
to rejoin the guide and visit the inside of some of the more
significant pagodas. Alternatively, you can hire a bicycle or
horse-drawn cart and explore this fascinating area on your own.
Late afternoon your guide takes you to watch the breathtaking
vista of the sun setting over the plain. Dinner and local
entertainment on board. |
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Day 4 – Saturday
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After an early breakfast you are transferred to Bagan airport
for your onward flight to Yangon. |
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* RV Pandaw River Cruises *
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Royal Myanmar – Short Cruises
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 Since 1998 Pandaw company has offered this
popular cruise to passengers seeking a shorter cruise as part of
a land tour rather than for those seeking a longer river
expedition. Pandaw II will ply four times a week between the
ancient capital of Pagan, with its 3000 Buddhist monuments, and
Mandalay, the last royal capital. We stop for shore excursions
by foot at the villages of Thein Gone and Yandabo where the
Pandaw passengers have built schools. We see real village life,
pot making, agriculture and visit Buddhist monasteries. Many
land travelers find our short cruises a welcome and tranquil
holiday within a holiday. Short cruises operate between November
and March during the High Season. |
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PANDAW II SHIP INFORMATION
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Built in 2001 with 24 staterooms, Pandaw II is
perfect for cruising this sector. For plans and descriptions of
the vessel please visit
www.pandaw.com |
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SAILING DATES
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13 October 2007 to 29 March 2008 |
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DEPARTS ON A: ARRIVES ON A:
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 Monday Mandalay to Pagan 1 night Tuesday
- Tuesday Pagan to Mandalay 2 nights Thursday
- Thursday Mandalay to Pagan 2 nights Saturday
- Saturday Pagan to Mandalay 2 nights Monday
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Upstream 2 night itinerary:
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- Day One 1200 depart Pagan with cruising through lunch
and the afternoon
- Day Two explore the villages of Thein Gone in the
morning and Yandabo in the afternoon
- Day Three arrive at Mandalay 1000
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Downstream 2 night itinerary
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- Day One 1200 depart Mandalay with cruising through lunch
and the afternoon
- Day Two explore the villages of Yandabo in the morning
and Thein gone in the afternoon
- Day Three 1000 arrive at Pagan
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Downstream 1 night itinerary:
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- Day One 1200 depart Mandalay with cruising through lunch
and the afternoon
- Day Two visit Thein gone in the early morning and arrive
1000 at Pagan
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RATES PER PERSON IN USE – ANY DECK:
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Twin |
Single |
| Two Night Cruise |
$ 400 |
$ 500 |
| One Night Cruise |
$ 200 |
$ 300 |
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INCLUDES / EXCLUDES
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Ticket price includes accommodation, main meals,
coffee tea and mineral water, shore excursions under guidance of
ship’s crew, port dues and local taxes. Price excludes transfers
for embarkation. |
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