Soar Above the Ancient Temples: Balloons Over Bagan

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving from Yangon, take the Yangon-Mandalay Highway (AH1) heading north. The journey takes approximately 8-9 hours. Once you reach Nyaung-U, look for signs directing you to the Thiripyitsaya Block. The Balloons Over Bagan Sales Office is located near Hotel Zfreeti. Ensure you have a GPS or map to navigate accurately.

• Bus

  From Yangon, take a bus to Bagan, which takes about 9-10 hours. Buses leave from various terminals like Aung Mingalar Bus Terminal. Upon arrival at the Bagan bus station, you can hire a taxi or a trishaw to reach the Balloons Over Bagan Sales Office near Hotel Zfreeti in the Thiripyitsaya Block. Expect to pay around 3,000-5,000 MMK for the taxi.

• Taxi

  If you're already in Bagan or Nyaung-U, you can easily reach the Balloons Over Bagan Sales Office by taxi. Just tell the driver you want to go to Hotel Zfreeti, and they will know the location. The fare from most hotels in Nyaung-U should be around 1,000-3,000 MMK.

• Trishaw

  For a more local experience, you can take a trishaw from your hotel to the Balloons Over Bagan Sales Office. Negotiate the fare beforehand, which should be around 1,000-2,000 MMK depending on the distance from your location.

• Bicycle

  If you're feeling adventurous and want to explore Bagan, renting a bicycle is a great option. You can rent a bike from various rental shops in Nyaung-U. Once you have your bicycle, navigate to the Thiripyitsaya Block to reach the Balloons Over Bagan Sales Office. This journey could take about 15-30 minutes depending on your starting point.