Fly up to Bagan and begin the day exploring the Ananda pagoda, dating from the 12^th century and famed for its gilded sikhara tower at its peak; choose from bicycle, car or horse and cart for your preferred mode of transport around the temples. The area is renowned for its lacquerware and artisan crafts, which make perfect souvenirs or gifts. Later in the day, climb the Gawdawpalin or Bupaya pagodas for perfect sunset panorama views of the temples and plain.

On your second day in the area, head south east of Bagan to explore the spectacular monastery at Mount Popa, which sits precariously on top of a volcanic plug. In the evening, enjoy some Myanmar wine over dinner by the pagodas. 

Play at the delightful 18-hole Yaytakhon Taung Golf Course and then enjoy a free evening in Mandalay, which has a number of great restaurants and some excellent street food; at night, the streets of the Muslim quarter serves up some of the tastiest barbequed mutton. 

After breakfast the next day drive to Inle Lake and take boat to visit the ancient lakeside stupas at Indein and see handicrafts in Nampan village. If the time is right, see the floating markets that are a photographer’s dream. Finish up your day with sunset wine tasting at Red Mountain Estate vineyard and then dinner on the lakeshore.

Get driven to Gary Player-designed Pun Hlaing Golf Course to tackle another 18 rounds. In the evening, feel free to enjoy one of the many newly-established eateries and bars around downtown Yangon, such as the Rangoon Teahouse on Pansodan Street, which serves up modern Myanmar fare in a beautifully restored building.