DAY 8 – PATHEIN ‐ NGWE SAUNG BEACH

Pathein is surrounded by a large rice‐growing region which produces the best rice in Myanmar. Most of the inhabitants of Pathein are Kayin, Rakhine and Myanmar in origin. Pathein is known for its vibrant, hand‐painted umbrellas.

Visit the town center, take a rickshaw ride along the riverside, go for a stroll around the lively market and visit various umbrella‐making workshops.

In the afternoon, travel onwards to Ngwe Saung Beach (approx. 2 hours).