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The Strand Cruise offers a luxurious voyage along the Irrawaddy River, blending colonial elegance with contemporary sophistication. The architecture of this cruise ship is inspired by the grandeur of The Strand Hotel in Yangon, featuring classic lines and an opulent design that pays homage to Myanmar's colonial past. The exterior exudes timeless charm, while the interiors are meticulously crafted to provide an atmosphere of refined luxury.
The décor aboard The Strand Cruise is an exquisite fusion of tradition and modernity. Rich hardwood floors, elegant furnishings, and tasteful artworks create an environment of understated luxury. The use of local materials and traditional Burmese motifs adds a unique cultural touch, ensuring that each space feels both authentic and inviting. The communal areas, including the lounge and bar, are designed to be both stylish and comfortable, providing perfect spots for relaxation and socialising.
Comfort is a top priority on The Strand Cruise, with numerous amenities designed to enhance the guest experience. The ship features a spacious sun deck with plush loungers, allowing passengers to soak up the stunning river views in complete comfort. An onboard spa offers a range of rejuvenating treatments, ensuring a sense of well-being throughout the journey. The combination of attentive service and luxurious surroundings guarantees a truly memorable and relaxing experience on the Irrawaddy River.
Stay The Strand Cruise features just 27 cabins on board grouped in four types. The lead-in Deluxe Cabins start at 16.5sqm while the more spacious Strand Cabins, measure 23sqm and boast a sofa and armchair. State Suites measure 30.5sqm and the luxurious Strand Suite (40sqm) has a private balcony. All are furnished with large king-sized beds and tastefully decorated with Burmese regional art, teakwood floors, ensuite bathrooms, air-conditioning and floor-to-ceiling windows.
ChildCare Families with children of 10 years old and over are welcome to stay on board the Strand Cruise. Child amenities such as cots and high chairs are available upon request.
Dine There is one restaurant on board the Strand Cruise serving both international and Asian cuisines. The daily rotating menu is prepared with fresh locally sourced ingredients. Meals are served in the dining room or weather permitting al fresco on the top deck. They often include barbecues and wine tastings. There is also a well-stocked bar with a selection of beers, wines and spirits. All meals and local soft drinks & local beer are included, as is house wine during meals.
Relax The Strand Cruise's Upper Deck is the heart of the cruise, perfect to enjoy the river views. There is a relatively large pool, flanked by sun loungers where guests can enjoy cocktails or opt for signature massages at the Strand Spa. Other facilities include well-equipped gym, the bar and library corner on the upper deck where you can curl up with a book.
Experience Excursions during the Strand Cruise include visits to the royal cities of Mingun, Amarapura and Ava as well as the famed U Bein Bridge, a rickety structure that stretches for more than a kilometre across Taungthaman Lake. Also explore the ancient temples, pagodas, palaces and monasteries. Other activities include trekking or horse riding and private guided tours at an additional cost.
Nov-Feb
31°C
RGN
GMT+ 6.3
Myanmar Kyat (MMK)
Location The cruise takes you from Bagan to Mandalay or vice versa along the Ayeyarwady and Chindwin rivers.
Getting there All cruises start or finish in Bagan, Mandalay, Yangon or Pyay, all of which are accessible by air except Pyay which is accessible by road.
When to go The best time to visit Burma is during the dry season from November to April. At this time the warm and sunny days are ideal for sightseeing throughout the country. The temperatures start to rise in March and May to September is best avoided as this is the rainy season when sightseeing can become difficult.
Destination
Southern, MyanmarHotel Type
HistoricLocation Type
City/Town
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