SAILING THROUGH BURMA ON THE ORCAELLA

WHO: cazenove+loyd, go-to travel specialists and destination experts throughout Africa + the Indian Ocean, Central + South America and South + South East Asia

WHAT: A 10-night cruise on Belmond’s newest luxury vessel, the Orcaella accompanied by Robert Gordon, former British Ambassador to Myanmar. The adventure begins in Yangon staying at the Governor’s Residence, which has been exquisitely converted into a luxury boutique hotel and guests will visit many of the fascinating highlights of the city. The day culminates in a special event at the Shwedagon Pagoda followed with dinner hosted by Robert and students from the charity Prospect Burma. This will be followed by 10 nights drifting north with the steady waters of the Irrawaddy River. Along the way Robert will be giving informal lectures on board to discuss his remarkable experiences of Burma in the 1990s and how the country is evolving.
 

• An inside track into Rangoon and beyond with Robert Gordon. Meet some of Prospect Burma’s inspiring students and see firsthand how this wonderful charity is helping to support the education of the Burmese people.

• Visit the spectacular Shwedagon Pagoda where a local monk will talk about his experiences in Burma

• Visit the ancient city of Mingun to see one of the world’s most impressive pagodas and the largest ringing bell to date

• Explore Yandabo, a tiny pottery village famous for its production of terracotta pottery from the riverbank clay

• In Mandalay explore the famous Mandalay Palace and the Mahamuni Temple

• Cocktail parties and special events on board Belmond's newest luxury vessel

• Visit the Bagan plain, which has the densest concentration of Buddhist temples, pagodas and stupas anywhere in the world - some dating from 1100

• Visit remote villages beyond the banks of the river with expert and passionate guides

• Visit forest reserves and learn about the teak trade, pottery industry