International Airports Yangon International Airport (RGN) is the country's main airport, located 15 km north of the city center. There are no direct flights from Europe — the most common connecting flights are via Bangkok (most frequent and cheapest route), Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Dubai. Total f

Transport within the Country

Night Buses — Efficient and Affordable Myanmar's night buses are the best means of transport for long distances: air-conditioned, with reclining seats (almost flat!), blanket, pillow, and snacks. You save a hotel night and wake up at your destination. The buses are surprisingly comfortable — at leas

E-Visa (Mandatory!) Germans, Austrians, and Swiss need a visa for Myanmar. The easiest and fastest way is via E-Visa: Application: Online at evisa.moip.gov.mm (official website of the Ministry of Immigration) Cost: 50 USD (credit card payment) Validity: 28 days from entry, single entry Processing t

Kyat (MMK) & US Dollar The official currency is the Kyat (pronounced: Chat, abbreviation MMK). In practice, many tourist services — hotels, entries, domestic flights, some tours — are calculated and paid in US Dollars. There is effectively a dual currency system. Exchange rate (indicative): 1 EUR ap

Vaccinations Mandatory: Yellow fever vaccination certificate when entering from a yellow fever area Strongly recommended: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Typhoid Recommended (for longer stays/rural areas): Rabies (many stray dogs!), Japanese encephalitis Standard refresh: Tetanus, Diphtheria, Polio Trave

Safety & Current Situation

Political Situation Since the Coup 2021 On February 1, 2021, the military (Tatmadaw) overthrew the democratically elected government, arrested State Counsellor Aung San Suu Kyi and numerous politicians, and declared a state of emergency. Since then, Myanmar has been in a severe political and humanit

Communication & Useful Information

SIM Card & Internet Providers: Ooredoo (best for tourists), MPT (state-owned, best coverage), Atom (formerly Telenor), Mytel Price: SIM card from 1,500 MMK (approx. 0.50 EUR) + 3,000–5,000 MMK for 3–5 GB data Purchase: At Yangon Airport (Ooredoo stand right after arrival) or in mobile shops in ever

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Travel Guide Myanmar

Your complete travel guide to the land of golden pagodas

Capital:Naypyidaw

Language:Burmese

Currency:Kyat (MMK)

Best travel time:Nov–Feb (cool & dry)

Flight time:12–15 hours from DE

Visa:E-Visa required (50 USD)

Last updated: 17 March 2026 · 12 Chapters · 39 Sections

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Classic Myanmar Tour

14–18 days

The grand tour with all highlights: Yangon, Bagan, Mandalay, and Inle Lake. Combination of night bus, domestic flight, boat trip, and trekking — the complete Myanmar experience.

YangonGoldener FelsBaganMount PopaMandalayKalawInle-SeeYangon

Myanmar Express

7–10 days

The highlights in one week: Use domestic flights to save time. Yangon (2 days), Bagan (3 days), and Inle Lake (2 days) — the three must-sees of Myanmar, compact and without night bus marathon.

YangonBaganInle-SeeYangon

Off the beaten path

14–21 days

For adventurers: The classic route plus Hsipaw trekking in northern Shan State, the breathtaking train ride over the Gokteik Viaduct, and the colonial hill station Pyin Oo Lwin. More time in villages, less in hotels.

YangonBaganMandalayHsipawGokteik-ViaduktPyin Oo LwinKalawInle-See

Temples, Beach & Culture

16–20 days

The tour with a beach finale: All cultural highlights plus 3–4 days relaxation at Ngapali Beach — Myanmar's most beautiful beach. The perfect mix of culture shock and relaxation. Ngapali only accessible by flight (1h from Yangon).

YangonGoldener FelsBaganMandalayInle-SeeNgapali BeachYangon

All Chapters

Planning· 3 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Myanmar

4 Sections

Chapter 2

Best Travel Time & Climate

3 Sections

Chapter 3

Budget & Costs

3 Sections

Regions· 4 Chapters

Chapter 4

Yangon & South

5 Sections

Chapter 5

Bagan & Central Myanmar

4 Sections

Chapter 6

Inle Lake & Shan State

4 Sections

Chapter 7

Mandalay & North

3 Sections

Understanding· 3 Chapters

Chapter 8

Culture & Buddhism

2 Sections

Chapter 9

History

2 Sections

Chapter 10

Food & Drink

2 Sections

Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 11

Arrival & Transport

2 Sections

Chapter 12

Practical A–Z

5 Sections

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Regions at a Glance

Yangon & South

Myanmar's largest city with the golden Shwedagon Pagoda, the largest colonial district in Southeast Asia, legendary street food, and the mystical Golden Rock as a day trip.

Shwedagon PagodaColonial DistrictGolden Rock (Kyaiktiyo)Chinatown Street Food+1

Yangon

Bagan & Central Myanmar

The archaeological zone with over 2,000 temples on a vast plain by the Irrawaddy — a UNESCO World Heritage Site, hot air balloon experience, and one of Asia's most spectacular river cruises.

2,200+ Temples & PagodasHot Air Balloon at SunriseIrrawaddy River CruiseMount Popa+1

Bagan

Inle Lake & Shan State

The legendary lake with the world-famous one-legged fishermen, floating gardens, and stilt villages, surrounded by the mountains of Shan State with fantastic trekking and rotating markets.

One-Legged FishermenFloating GardensKalaw-Inle TrekkingRotating Five-Day Markets+1

Inle See

Mandalay & North

Myanmar's cultural capital with the world's largest book, the longest teak bridge on earth, four ancient royal cities, and the dizzying Gokteik Viaduct.

U Bein BridgeKuthodaw (World's Largest Book)Ancient Royal CitiesMahamuni Pagoda+1

Mandalay