not sure if hot air balloon operates in summer
I could be wrong... buy my memory is that the Australian guys who run the hot air baloon in Bagan take to low season 'off'. My info is a couple of years off so YMMV.
Originally Posted by
HappyhkFlyer
Martine,
I suggest at least 2 days in Bagan. An early morning hot air ballon ride over the plain dotted with temples is an unforgettable sight. If you have some spare time, take a 2-hour drive to Mount Popa Resort and have lunch there. The view from the Resort (on a mountain top) is really nice.
I find Inle Lake to be most idyllic. Pindaya Cave houses hundreds of Buddha statues and the drive from Pindaya to Inle Lake is very scenic. Spend at least 2 days in the Inle Lake region. You could go on a hiking day trip and take in the beautiful scenery at close range. As for accommodation, if you're noise sensitive, do not stay right on the water. I like both the Lake View Resort and Princess Resort.
Wishing you a great time. IMHO, the locals are very friendly and they are very happy to have visitors from abroad.
