Loikaw & Pan Pet Community

Tour Code: SYM-Community Kayah
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Coverage: Kayah State

Day 1: Loikaw& Surroundings [-/L/D]

Arrive in Loikaw in the early morning where you will be met by your local guide and check into your hotel. We begin the day with a tour of Loikaws highlights with stops at the Haw Kyaung, a former Shan chieftain’s palace, which has been converted into a monastery and the Kayah State Museum, to learn about the fascinating history and culture of the state. After a lunch stop, we drive 30 minutes out of town into the serene countryside to explore the recently opened Kyat Gu cave system, a sprawling limestone cavern full of mesmerizing geological structures. In the late afternoon we return to town to enjoy a beautiful sunset atop Loikaws iconic TaungKwe Pagoda. The pagoda is perched on top of a limestone outcrop overlooking the city and offers excellent views of the surrounding landscape.

Meals included:
Lunch – The Sunday Club Traditional Food Restaurant,
Dinner – Loikaw Night Market
Overnight stay – 3 categories at Loikaw Lodge/ Keinnara Loikaw Hotel/ Hotel Mya Nan Taw

Day 2: Day Trip to Pan Pet [B/L/D]

After breakfast at your hotel we set off to visit the Kayan (Padaung) minority villages of Pan Pet. The Kayan ‘Long Neck’ Ladies are famous for their traditional brass ring necklaces that appear to elongate their necks. On arrival at Pan Pet, you will be received by a local community guide. Taking advantage of the cool morning weather, your guide will begin the visit with a moderate hike along a scenic nature trail. As we climb the hill, your guide will stop to explain important cultural sites on the way. These include a monument which honors the village clan, an animist bird totem, and a guardian spirit cave. The two-hour hike ends at a beautiful viewpoint, with a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains, rice fields and the five hamlets of Pan Pet. After a picnic lunch at the scenic spot, we continue to the hamlet of Salong Kana where you will be able to meet with members of the Kayan community to get an insight into the local life and culture. During your time at the village you will also have a chance to visit traditional Kayan homes and observe artisans making Kayan bracelets, weaving traditional textiles, carving wooden statues and other handwork. After a full day spent with these fun loving and artistic people, we say our farewells and return to Loikaw in the late afternoon.

Meals included:
Breakfast in Hotel
Lunch – Pho Kwar Restaurant
Dinner – Amazing Bar
Overnight stay – 3 categories at Loikaw Lodge/ Keinnara Loikaw Hotel/ Hotel Mya Nan Taw

Day 3: Loikaw Market & Departure [B/-/-]

After Breakfast, airport transfer for departure.

Meals included: Breakfast

Inclusions

Hotel based on Twin or Double sharing rooms with daily breakfast
Ground transportation with private A/C vehicle during tour
Pure drinking water (01 bottle) and snow towel in sightseeing days
English Speaking guide service
Meals as per itinerary (L=Lunch & D=Dinner)
Entrance & admission fee as per itinerary

Exclusions

Early check in & late checkout fees
International air fare
Visa Fee
Drinks, beverages, laundry, tips and other expenses
Travel insurance
Surcharges if any (upon booking and increasing of fuel charges and admission fee with prior notice)
Bank transfer fee / online transaction fee

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