Stay
Sanctuary Ananda has 21 spacious suites spread out over three decks include four Luxury staterooms (33 sqm) and one signature Owner's Suite (67 sqm). All are wonderfully decorated with contemporary chic silks, Malaika Egyptian-cotton sheets, polished teak and lavish bathrooms. Each has double or twin beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, iPads and complimentary Wi-Fi. There is air-conditioning and ensuite bathrooms with a monsoon shower, and full balconies.
ChildCare
Families with children of 10 years old and over are welcome to stay on board the Sanctuary Ananda. Child amenities such as cots and high chairs are available upon request and there are two pairs of interconnecting rooms available. The four Luxury suites have additional indoor seating areas and third convertible beds for children. Two pairs of interconnecting cabins are also available for families.
Dine
There are two restaurants and a bar aboard the Sanctuary Ananda. Enjoy al fresco breakfast and lunch buffets, as well as a la carte options in the Mindoon Restaurant. Dinner is in the Talifoo restaurant on Bagan Deck that serves tasty Burmese a la carte dishes plus Italian cuisine with soft drinks, local beers and selected wines available on the house. There is also Burma Bar that serves tea, coffee, fruit smoothies and alcoholic drinks.
Relax
Kansi Panorama Lounge with picture windows offering uninterrupted river views makes it a perfect place to relax aboard the Sanctuary Ananda. Sign up for lectures or demonstrations and you'll be enlightened in pure, air-conditioned comfort. Other facilities on the vessel include the Thambayadine Spa by L'Occitane, where local treatments and massages are available, in partnership with L'Occitane. Other facilities include a gym, library and swimming pool.
Experience
Activities offered on-board the Sanctuary Ananda include Balloon over Bagan between October and March, visits to small handicraft-making villages and exploring stunning hill-top pagodas. On board activities include local performances, cultural demonstrations, and cooking demonstrations whilst excursions on-shore include the temples of Bagan.
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.
