Observation Deck

As the Road To Mandalay meanders along the Ayeyarwady River, you can gaze at the surrounding beauty from the canopied Observation Deck, cool off in the on-deck pool or enjoy a cool refreshing drink from the top-deck bar, which is open all day and evening. Cane and teak furniture allows you to relax in comfort and to observe the unfolding river life or watch the beautiful sunsets.

Buffet lunches and afternoon tea are also served on the Observation Deck, Weather permitting.

Entertainment

A variety of local entertainers perform in the evenings, ranging from the traditional Burmese marionettes to amazing acrobatic feats and traditional dances. Extend your knowledge of Burmese culture with a lecture given on sailing days by expert guides. Learn how to tie a longyi and apply thanka.

The small Library of topical books in several languages is available in the Reception, along with a selection of games.

Observation Lounge

The Observation Lounge has a colonial ambience with its woven-cane furniture and wooden-slated Venetian blinds. Its large windows provide an excellent view of the Ayeyarwady River.

A variety of local entertainment takes place here in the evenings, and during sailing days lectures on a variety of Burmese topics are given by guides.

Piano Bar

At the end of a day of discovery, retire to the Piano Bar for an evening in the company of your fellow travellers.

Decorated with a mixture of light wood and Burmese lacquerware, the Piano Bar offers guests a range of delicious local and international cocktails while enjoying the musical talents of the local pianist.

Reception

The reception area on board the Road To Mandalay contains a small Library with a variety of books in different languages, games and magazines as well as a small seating area.

Boutique

As a finishing touch, the exclusive on board boutique, situated on the main deck, offers luxury gifts and mementoes to take home - a lasting reminder of your cruise on the Road To Mandalay.

You will find a range of lacquerware as well as traditional Burmese cloth, silver and gold jewellery and objets d'art. There is also a range of international gifts exclusively designed for the Road To Mandalay.

Camera film and batteries are also stocked. However, the range of film is limited and if you require a special type of film it is recommended that you bring your own supply.