Backpacking Myanmar
3 destinations for backpackers. Currency: Myanmar Kyat (MMK).
Bagan
Myanmar
An ancient city on the banks of the Irrawaddy River, Bagan contains over 3,000 Buddhist temples, pagodas, and monasteries spread across a vast plain. It is one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Exploring by e-bike at sunrise or sunset, with temples stretching to the horizon, is an unforgettable experience.
Inle Lake
Myanmar
A vast freshwater lake in the Shan Hills of eastern Myanmar, Inle Lake is famous for its leg-rowing Intha fishermen, floating gardens, stilt-house villages, and serene beauty. The gateway town of Nyaungshwe sits at the lake's northern end and serves as the backpacker base. A boat day trip on the lake, gliding past floating tomato farms and visiting weaving workshops, is one of Myanmar's quintessential experiences.
Yangon
Myanmar
Myanmar's largest city and former capital is a sprawling, chaotic, fascinating place. The Shwedagon Pagoda — one of Buddhism's holiest sites — dominates the skyline in gold. Yangon's crumbling colonial architecture, vibrant street food scene, and the warmth of its people make it a compelling destination, though the current political situation means far fewer tourists visit than before 2020.