Avalon Myanmar

RV Avalon Myanmar cruises on the Irrawaddy River in Myanmar (Burma), with departures from Bangkok (Thailand) and Rangoon (also known as Yangon, Burma). Her sisterships include the Avalon Saigon (2018, on the Mekong) and Avalon Siem Reap (2015, on the Mekong).

This riverboat is part of the Avalon Waterways "Suite Ships" fleet of newbuilds. Owned by Pandaw River Expeditions, Avalon Myanmar is chartered exclusively by Avalon Waterways. The ship blends traditional Burmese styling with modern amenities. Accommodating just 36 guests, she offers an intimate, small-ship experience that encourages cultural immersion and interaction with locals along the Irrawaddy River.

The Irrawaddy River (also known as Ayeyarwady) flows north to south through Burma. It is the country's largest and most commercially vital waterway, connecting the Irrawaddy Delta with the Andaman Sea.

Cabins

Avalon Myanmar offers a total of 18 cabins (all Avalon Suites with French Balconies) in two categories.

Cabin Types, Sizes, Categories (high to low)

• All staterooms feature two twin beds convertible to a king-sized bed, 3-door closets with shelves, private bathrooms (glass-door shower, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers), vanity/writing desk, private French balcony (floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and wall-to-wall window), individual climate control, minibar, safe, deluxe pillow menu, and complimentary bottled water.
• Maximum cabin occupancy is two guests.
• Each suite measures 245 ft² / 23 m².

All passenger cabins include open-air balconies with floor-to-ceiling and wall-to-wall windows (4.3 m / 14 ft wide), retractable screen systems, and sliding doors (2.7 m / 9 ft opening). Each balcony features a seating area with a loveseat, low table, and chair. Comfort Collection Beds (custom-made) are another hallmark of the Avalon Waterways Mekong cruise experience.

Shipboard Facilities

Guests can relax in various areas, including the open-air Observation Lounge, the spacious dining room, the air-conditioned Panorama Lounge, and the Sky Deck. The innovative design allows Avalon Myanmar to be the only ship cruising the Upper Irrawaddy throughout the season.

The ship’s facilities include the Myanmar dining room, Panorama Lounge & Bar, outdoor Observation Lounge, Library, Spa (massage room), Gym, and Sky Deck with shaded seating and loungers.

Avalon Myanmar cruise fares are inclusive of Wi-Fi Internet, room service, all Burma tours and excursions (led by expert local guides), all internal flights and motorcoach transfers within Burma, live evening entertainment (featuring local performers), daily enrichment lectures, and bottled water replenished daily (also provided on all land excursions).

River cruise prices are per person, based on double occupancy. These are indicative rates and may vary depending on the booking source, special offers, promotions, group rates, or last-minute discounts.

Avalon Waterways offers USA flights-inclusive packages on Avalon Myanmar cruises, with discounted airfare and complimentary airport transfers. Cruises take place along the Irrawaddy/Ayeyarwady River in modern-day Myanmar.

River Cruise Itineraries

Below is a list of all officially announced Avalon Myanmar itineraries by Avalon Waterways:

• "GOLDEN MYANMAR and the ALLURING IRRAWADDY" – available in eight variations based on departure port (Thailand or Burma) and cruise direction.
• Northbound itinerary from Yangon: 14-day round trip (10 sailing days, code WBK), includes a flight to Bagan (embarkation), disembarkation in Bhamo, and return flight to Yangon.
• Southbound itinerary (code WKB): includes a flight from Yangon to Bhamo (embarkation), disembarkation in Bagan, and flight back to Yangon.
• "Irrawaddy and Inle Lake": 16-day itinerary (10 sailing days), with a flight to Heho post-disembarkation in Bagan, land transfer to the lake, full-day cruising and excursions, and return transfer to Heho and flight to Yangon. Booking codes: Northbound (WBKY), Southbound (WKBY).
• "Burma and Thailand": 17-day itinerary (10 sailing days), with one-way departures from Bangkok, Thailand. Includes a flight to Bangkok with a 3-night luxury hotel stay. Day 2 features a longboat cruise and visits to the Grand Palace, Emerald Buddha, and Reclining Buddha. Day 3 offers free time in Bangkok, followed by a flight to Yangon on Day 4. Booking codes: Northbound (WBKQ), Southbound (WKBQ).

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