Mindfullness on the high seas

Belmond has added two round trips with added spiritual value to its program.

From fall 2017, guests can get to know the Belmond Road to Mandalay. On the river cruises, guests will get to know the spiritual and cultural side of Myanmar. On the Ayeyarwady River, guests are accompanied by renowned experts as they get to know their inner self. Meditations at sunrise and sunset, surrounded by the tranquillity of the river and a wide selection of healthy meals promise a healthy and mindful stay. Meditation sessions in Buddhist pagodas, in botanical gardens and under mango trees on land are a special experience. The cultural highlights of the cruise include a visit to the famous Ananda Temple in Bagan with its four 12-metre-high, gilded Buddha statues and a carriage ride across the pagoda field of Old Bagan. Another highlight is a visit to a monastery where guests can experience the traditional distribution of alms to the monks. In Mandalay, a detour to the best artisans and traders in Myanmar is on the program.

The four-day short trip departs from Mandalay on October 11 and the eight-day round trip departs from Bagan on October 7, 2017. Further information and booking at www.belmond.com

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