Getting around in Bagan

Ox cart, bicycle, car and hot air balloon

There are several options to get around in Bagan.

Ox cart

A fun way to get around Bagan is to hire an ox cart with driver for the full day. The driver knows the area and will bring you to the temples of your choice without you having to find your own way. A cart with driver should cost around US$ 15 to 20 for a full day, some will negotiate. An oxcart is suitable for 2 people, relatively comfortable and out of the sun.

Bicycle

A bicycle will give the freedom to go wherever and whenever you want. It can get very hot and dusty though, especially later in the day. At some out of the way places it can be difficult to get around on a bike in the sandy desert like tracks. A bike can be rented at a little over US$ 1 per day. Bring plenty of water and apply sun cream before going out.

Car with driver

A comfortable way to get around in Bagan without being in the sun all the time is to rent a car or van with driver. For a day this should cost around US$ 50 - 60.

Hot air balloon

A unique way to experience the grandness of the plains and its thousands of temples and pagodas is a hot air balloon ride. Flights are available from April 1 until September 30 (not available in the rainy season). A one hour flight should cost between US$ 250 and 300.

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Temples in Bagan

Among the temples & pagodas in Bagan are:

• Shwezigon pagoda
• Ananda pagoda
• Gawdawpalin temple
• Sulamani temple
• Thatbyinnyu temple
• Seinnyet sister temples
• Bupaya pagoda
• Mahabodhi temple
• Htilominlo temple
• Mingalazedi pagoda
• Dhammayazika pagoda
• Dhammayangyi temple
• Lawkananda pagoda
• Manuha temple
• Pyathadar temple
• Pahtothamya temple
• Myazedi pagoda
• Shwesandaw pagoda
• Gubyaukgyi temple

History

• History of Bagan

How to get to Bagan and how to get around

• Getting to Bagan
• Getting around Bagan