After breakfast, drive to Pan Pet village and on the way, visit Loikaw’s market where locals sell their produce, crafts, and souvenirs, including the distinctive brass necklace-wearing Kayan women. Different ethnicities are drawn to the market, among them are the Kayan women, who are easily recognizable by the brass necklaces they wear. Moving forward with your journey to Pan Pet, which is located 26 miles away from Loikaw in Demoso Township, you’ll find a village that serves as a community-based tourism site and is the home of the Kayan tribe. There are numerous cultural and ethnic attractions to discover in this area, such as the renowned “long neck women” of the Kayan tribe, as well as traditional practices like creating Kayah dresses, crafting bracelets, and learning about their religion, culture, and terrace farming.

Go on a trek with a local guide and explore the surroundings, including holy sites, and end with a mesmerizing panoramic view of the mountains and valley. On the way, visit a workshop that produces wooden statues or jewelry.

Afterward, continue with the drive to Hta Nee La Leh village to visit the Kayhtoebo and Hunting Shrine. This is a chance to gain insight into the local beliefs and spiritual practices of the village, and also to meet and interact with the friendly locals of Kayah. Return to Loikaw for an overnight stay.

In the morning, drive to a small town of Phe Khone, a journey that will take approximately 30 minutes. Upon arrival, embark on a boat ride for a 2-hour trip to Samkar, an impressive archaeological complex that has been forgotten by time. Discover the stupas, temples, and pagodas nestled in the hills, which have been deprived of sunlight since the place was flooded in the middle of the 20th century. Then, continue your journey to Inle Lake and transfer to the hotel.