Embark on a full-day adventure from Yangon to the legendary Golden Rock (Kyaiktiyo Pagoda)! Travel through the beautiful countryside, then ride an open-air truck up the winding mountain roads to one of Myanmar’s most sacred sites. At the summit, marvel at the breathtaking sight of the giant gold-covered boulder balancing on the edge of a cliff, said to be held in place by a strand of Buddha’s hair. With its mix of spirituality, stunning views, and cultural significance, this day tour offers an unforgettable glimpse into Myanmar’s wonders.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $359.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
In the morning, we will drive from Yangon to Golden Rock Pagoda. The journey takes approximately 4 hours, passing through scenic countryside, small towns, and local villages along the way.
Upon arriving at Golden Rock Pagoda, we will enjoy the breathtaking view of the famous golden boulder balancing on the edge of the mountain. Guests will have time to walk around the pagoda, observe local pilgrims, learn about the legend of the sacred site, and take photos of the beautiful mountain scenery. We will spend about 3 hours exploring the pagoda area before continuing the journey.
After our visit to Golden Rock Pagoda, we will return to Yangon. The journey back to the city will take approximately 5 hours.
We will pick you up at the arrival hall. I (Aung Myo) will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Golden Rock Day Trip from Yangon lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
Prices start at $179 per person for this Yangon experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $359. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 5:00 AM and 6:00 AM.
Children aged 3–11 pay from $100, adults from $179.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. We will pick you up at the arrival hall. I (Aung Myo) will be waiting for you with a sign with the lead traveler's name. Pickup points include The Strand, Hotel G Yangon.
The experience is available in EN, MY.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 4.0 out of 5 across 4 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Explore Myanmar.
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not worth, not a good travel and tours.
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Great experience and they took care of every thing and made sure we had all we needed. Explained many things through out the trip
Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a pleasure showing you around. We're delighted to hear that you felt well taken care of and enjoyed the explanations throughout the trip. We truly appreciate your support and hope to welcome you again on another adventure!
Thank you so much for the tour guide. He is very kind heart and helpful. He helped us pass many checking points on the way to Mon State. Without this tour, we would be very difficult to get to the golden rock. I am very happy to have them so that we can visit golden rock in a tour from Yangon with a day
Thank you for your kind words! We truly appreciate your trust in us. We're so happy we could help make your trip to Golden Rock comfortable and stress-free. Your satisfaction means a lot to our team, and we look forward to seeing you again on your next visit to Myanmar.
I had really good time in this tour. the guide and the driver were helpful and devoted to me. they told about myanmar much all over the tour, and helped me at military checkpoints. without them, I guess I coudn't go there safely.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're so happy you enjoyed the tour and felt safe and well taken care of throughout the journey. It was our pleasure to show you Golden Rock, and we truly appreciate your trust in us. We hope to welcome you back on another tour in Myanmar!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Golden Rock Day Trip from Yangon | 12 hours | 4.0 (4) | $179 | |
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