Judeo-Christian Cultural Immersion Tour

1 day
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Yangon Region, Yangon Region

The Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history in Myanmar, beginning with the arrival of Catholic missionaries in 1554, the introduction of Protestantism in 1813, and the immigration of Iraqi and Cochin (Indian) Jews in the mid-19th century.

The tour includes cultural visits to various historic churches and Myanmar’s last surviving synagogue, along with discussions of the religions, culture and architecture. Also included on an occasional basis is the sharing of meals with local priests, ministers and elder laypeople, as well as the joining of masses/services, bible study and meditation.


Duration: 5 hours

Stop At: Armenian Apostolic Church of St. John the Baptist, No. 66 Bo Aung Kyaw Street, Yangon (Rangoon) 11182 Myanmar

The tour includes cultural visits to various historic churches and Myanmar’s last surviving synagogue, along with discussions of the religions, culture and architecture. Also included on an occasional basis is the sharing of meals with local priests, ministers and elder laypeople, as well as the joining of masses/services, bible study and meditation.


Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue, No. 85 26th St., Yangon (Rangoon) Myanmar

The Judeo-Christian tradition has a long history in Myanmar, beginning with the arrival of Catholic missionaries in 1554, the introduction of Protestantism in 1813, and the immigration of Iraqi and Cochin (Indian) Jews in the mid-19th century.

The tour includes cultural visits to various historic churches and Myanmar’s last surviving synagogue, along with discussions of the religions, culture and architecture. Also included on an occasional basis is the sharing of meals with local priests, ministers and elder laypeople, as well as the joining of masses/services, bible study and meditation.



Duration: 1 hour

Included
  • Intimate Small Group Tours – Limited to 10 guests
  • Cultural Indigenous Community Immersion
  • Museum-Quality Curation
  • Veteran Licensed Tour Guides
  • Premium Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Community Donations
  • Complimentary Longyi - (Sarong worn by men and women) to wear on tour and take home as a memento.
  • Lunch - Authentic local restaurant matching tour's ethnic focus, frequented primarily by local Myanmar community.
  • Soda/Pop - Premium Branded Soft Drinks, Bottled Water, Juice
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Entry/Admission - Armenian Apostolic Church of St. John the Baptist
  • Entry/Admission - Musmeah Yeshua Synagogue
Not included
  • Personal expenses, purchases.
  • Gratuities/Tips
  • Travel Insurance
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Near public transportation
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for children under 10.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Features
Tourism
90% Cultural
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