Myanmar cruises

For decades, the nation of Myanmar, once known as Burma, was a difficult place for tourists to travel, but political and economic reforms have made it much more welcoming for visitors. Cruises that include a port of call in Myanmar typically stop at the port of Yangon as part of a voyage around the Indian Ocean. You can also cruise within Myanmar itself, on the Chindwin River. Yangon is the kind of city that hearkens back to the long-gone British Colonial era, with its mixture of traditional and colonial architecture. The gilded pagoda of Shwedagon is a must-visit, a Buddhist shrine decorated with gold, precious stones and capped with an incredible 76-carat diamond. Scott Market, aka Bogyoke Aung San Market, is a 70-years old market you can explore while hunting for a bargain. November through to February are generally the most popular and enjoyable months for cruising.