This morning, enjoy a relaxing boat trip along a small canal to the Paoh village of Indein. Explore the area on foot, strolling around the village, visiting a local school, and wander through the beautiful Alaung Sitthou area. Alaung Sitthou is filled with picturesque ancient stupas and has magnificent views of the lake below. Reach Inthar Heritage House, a combination of restaurant, vocational training center, organic garden, and home for Burmese cats. The beautiful centre is regarded as Inle’s most progressive enterprise with a focus on preserving the past, cherishing the present, and preparing for the future. The host and chef will provide an apron and recipe book to be used while cooking and later, as a souvenir. After a short briefing, forage through three different organic gardens and pick fresh vegetables and herbs. Then it’s onward to the classroom to begin preparing traditional Inthar and Burmese dishes. The head chef will explain each step while students from the vocational training centre assist with the cooking. Some typical dishes include mint fish soup, long bean salad, fried spring onion, and Burmese chicken and potato curry. Once the dishes are prepared, head to the adjoining dining room to have a taste of the creations (coffee/tea and one free soft drink, juice, or beer is included). Proceed to the village of Inpawkhone to observe the traditional silk weaving techniques of Inthar people. Inpawkhone is also known for weaving from the stems of lotus flowers, a time consuming process that results in high-quality materials that’s famous throughout the country. Also visit a cheroot factory where local Burmese cigars are rolled by hand. Return by boat to the hotel for a relaxing afternoon before enjoying dinner at the hotel. Overnight at Villa Inle Resort & Spa, Inle Lake.