Trekking, tribes and trains in Northern Shan
Off the beaten track with a focus on trekking and meeting Shan and Palaung tribes, Shan culture and food and the incredible story of the Austrian Shan prince who used to live in a palace here. Combine all the above with the Dokthawaddy River and of course the spectacular train ride over the Gokteik Viaduct and you are ready to go for a remote adventure.
sample itinerary:
Day 1: Yangon – flight to Lashio – transfer – Shan village walk – stay at Tai House
Day 2: Living the royal history in a former Shan Kingdom – stay at Tai House
Day 3: A walk through the fields visiting Palaung tribal villages – stay at Tai House
Day 4: Train ride over Gokteik Viaduct – stay at hotel Pyin Oo Lwin
Day 5: Botanical gardens and a high tea – continue to Mandalay
