8 days in Yangon Region Itinerary

Although Myanmar moved its capital to Naypyidaw in 2005, Yangon remains the largest city and commercial hub in the country.

Change things up with these side-trips from Yangon (Rangoon): Midstream Kyauktan Pagoda (in Kyauktan) and Bogyoke Aung San Market (in Pabedan). There's much more to do: appreciate the history behind Shwedagon Pagoda, stroll the grounds of Taukkyan War Cemetery, pause for some serene contemplation at Immaculate Conception Cathedral, and make a trip to Yangon Central Railway Station.

For more things to do, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Yangon (Rangoon) trip itinerary planner.

Singapore, Singapore to Yangon (Rangoon) is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus, train, and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Singapore to Yangon (Rangoon) is minus 1.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.