Life Aboard

As the sun sets over the land and the river merges with the land you understand Rudyard Kipling’s nostalgia:
“If you’ve ‘eard the East a-callin’, you won’t never ‘need naught else.”

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Life Aboard

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DINING
Refined A La Carte Menus

We offer a variety of Asian, fusion and Western fare, always prepared with fresh local ingredients as well as fine imported products. Our multi-course dinner menus come with a variety of possibilities per course and are changed daily with new culinary delights. Always available are vegetarian options and we cater to any other dietary request, from vegan to gluten free and more.
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DINING
Sumptuous Buffets

Isn’t it wonderful to wake up with a hearty breakfast? Both our breakfast and lunch buffets promise a culinary discovery for the eyes and palate. For breakfast, all the hearty classics are complemented with daily changing special dishes. The lunch main spreads feature a plentiful selection of dishes with no repeats throughout the entire trip accompanied by a variety of starters and desserts. All is cooked or prepared fresh in our galley by skilled chefs.
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DINING
Live Cooking Stations

Our buffets come alive with wonderful live cooking stations. All-time western favourites in the morning like omelets or Burmese and Asian flavours are prepped and served on the spot. During lunch, the live station presents a special delicacy every day.
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DINING
Signature Cocktails

Our bartenders are known as experimental practitioners and have created some very tasty concoctions. The bar is well equipped and can cater every wish that goes beyond a classic margarita or a well-deserved gin and tonic. Our gin & tonic is especially unique, as we make our tonic water ourselves with hand-picked and organic ingredients. Sir Kipling himself could be a regular at our bar.
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DINING
Barbecue

Barbecues aboard Anawrahta are really special events. The set-up on the elevated sun deck (or even sometimes on a sandbank) enhance this culinary experience that comes with a vast selection of items from the grill – be it fine cuts of meat or fresh veggies.
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Afternoon Tea

The afternoon tea with biscuits, tea and coffee in the Kipling’s Bar is a complimentary daily event to enjoy some in-between bites in the fantastic open-air setting.
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DINING
Private Dining

Enhance your journey whilst staying aboard this magnificent cruises with a private dining experience set up in your suite or on the sun deck. Dine under the stars with your beloved one to create your memorable moment for life.
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DINING
State-of-the-Art Wine List

Wines from various famous regions around the world are found on our wine list. Be it a Sauvignon blanc from the Bordeaux region of France or a wonderfully balanced Merlot from Chile. We cooperate closely with professional wine sommeliers to keep our wine list exciting and expansive.
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DINING
High Tea

A classic British High Tea goes fantastically well with the British-Colonial themed Anawrahta. Enjoy this classic break in the privacy of your stateroom or on your private balcony.
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DINING
In-Room Breakfast

Starting your day with a hearty meal - without the hassle of preparing it as you would at home - is a wonderful holiday perk. Have breakfast delivered to the comfort your stateroom or suite, or observe the early morning river life while dining on your balcony. Most of the dishes served in the dining room are also available for room service. Just be sure to fill out the menu, indicate your preferred serving time and hang it on your door handle - we'll take care of the rest!
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DINING
Farewell Party

On the final evening, get ready for a joyful farewell dinner with your newly made friends on the outdoor terrace deck. The event also features a ‘Ramayana’ dance and music show which depicts ancient Burmese folk legends.
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ENTERTAINMENT
British Club

This event is a special get-together at Kipling’s Bar. Get dressed up in old glory and raise the glass to toast a bygone era. As gentlemen whiff cigars and ladies sip on a smooth gin and tonic, music and poems of a different time create a unique sense of place.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Cooking Class

The cooking classes aboard Anawrahta are a major and well-visited event in which our head chef displays how to cook some of the favourite and easy to make local dishes. You can easily re-cook these recipes at home to remember your Myanmar cruise holiday aboard Anawrahta.
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Cultural Demonstrations

There are various cultural demonstrations onboard. Among these, one is the explanation of how Thanaka paste is produced and used. A very unique tradition only to be seen in Myanmar must be understood when travelling here – and, of course, when in Burma do as the Burmese do and try using some for yourself over the course of the journey.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Longyi Party

To break the ice with fellow travellers, the Longyi cocktail party is an amazing event that brings together traditional Burmese attire and bit of party atmosphere while sipping the barman’s delicious concoctions. Many of our passengers enjoy the comfy Longyi so much, they keep wearing it throughout the cruise afterwards.
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Music & Dance Performance

Ancient Burma has some very old and classic dances and music themes which have been created for the kings and performed by skilled dancers. Let us show you some of these deep rooted traditional activities.
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Pool & Sunbathing

Anawrahta’s sun deck and pool is by far one of the grandest among all cruisers in the region. Open from early morning till late evening, the pool is ready for a refreshing dip and offers amazing infinity-like views. Relax with the built-in seating and the Jacuzzi jet-streams and rest on the padded loungers spread across the deck to make the relaxation complete.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Open Bridge

The bridge, or wheelhouse, is always open for a visit, and deckhands who are safely navigating us along the entire trip welcome you and answer any questions you may have about cruising on the Ayeyarwady or Chindwin rivers.
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ENTERTAINMENT
Bagan Ballooning

Available only during the winter months, this activity is a must-do experience to see the temple-filled plains of Bagan from above during sunrise. Marvel at the amazing vistas and colors of sunrise during a private or shared balloon ride. Let us arrange this supplemental activity for you on board (fee not included in cruise rate).
Body and mind relaxation
WELLNESS
Spa Treatment

The ship’s spa area is a place we believe every single guest will visit at least once during a trip. Let our skilled therapists pamper you – just choose from an extensive menu of services including massages, facials, reflexology or nail treatments.
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WELLNESS
Morning Yoga

There is no better way to start a day aboard Anawrahta than to practice some yoga to the stunning backdrop and rising sun. Join our instructor for a sequence of stretching and strengthening postures to prepare yourself for a new day.
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WELLNESS
Sauna Session

The VIP spa room has a sauna which is available for use on a complimentary basis. We also incorporate the sauna in special wellness treatments or offer private sauna session packages inclusive of drinks and treats.
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WELLNESS
Fitness

The ship is equipped with a fitness room which is free for anyone to use. Burn off some calories on the treadmill or spend some time on the bicycle whilst gazing at the passing sceneries.
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WELLNESS
Meditation

Next to yoga we also offer a spiritual morning mediation to start the day with a mind at Zen.
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SERVICE & HOSPITALITY
Heartfelt Hospitality

Our friendly Burmese staff always goes the extra mile to complete your onboard experience. Before long, they will surprise you by remembering your name and welcoming you as a member of the Heritage Line family! And we are sure you will have some lifetime memories of our crew and their charming personalities.
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SERVICE & HOSPITALITY
Balcony Breakfast

You would like to start the day tomorrow with a balcony breakfast? “Not a problem at all, madam. I will be serve it on time right to your room. Please just help me to fill out the menu and simply leave it on the door handle. I’ll get it later and see you tomorrow morning. Any special requests – just let me know”.
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SERVICE & HOSPITALITY
Butler

For our top-suite guests, a dedicated butler is complimentary with this upper room category. It is nice to always have someone on hand and eager to please!
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SERVICE & HOSPITALITY
Find Your Privacy

The Anawrahta is a relatively large ship but only has 23 staterooms and suites on board. We have paid detailed attention to providing a spacious and cosy living atmospheres in public areas where guests can find an undisturbed refuge – be it on the vast sun deck with its cabanas or a cozy corner in the Mandalay Lounge.
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Your Concierge

Bring your postcard to the post office, arrange a transfer to the airport, pack and ship a purchased souvenir, or book a post-cruise tour – our staff are multi-faceted concierges and more than happy to assist with any of your wishes.
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Medical Assistance

Our onboard staff is trained and certified for first aid and life saving techniques. We also have very good connections with local doctors and hospitals and in case of an emergency (which, of course, we hope never happen), we have protocols in place for the safety of our passengers.