Nyaung Shwe is a very lively little town, which was once home to the Shan Prince of Nyaung Shwe, Mr Sao Shwe Thaike, who later became the first Prime Minister of Myanmar after independence. Nowadays the town's market still functions as a busy trading centre for all surrounding villages. During this day excursion by bicycle starting from the centre of Nyaung Shwe we visit the local Mingala market, bike through some gorgeous scenery to the ancient teak wooden Shwe Yan Pyay monastery with the oval windows and visit the former palace of the last Shan prince. We will then enjoy a Shan lunch at the Viewpoint restaurant. In the afternoon we will take to the water, pedalling in small boats (2 people per boat) through the small canals and floating gardens to see local life from a different outlook, and then continue on to visit the picturesque pagoda near Nanthe village. We end the tour with a visit to the Red Mountain winery in Nyaung Shwe where we will have a tasting of some excellent wines.

Total biking distance: approximately 8 km
Suitable for anybody with average health condition

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