This 11 days Cultural & Heritage tour of Bangladesh, not only provides you the opportunity to experience the daily life, culture and heritage of the people in Bangladesh, you also get a great opportunity to see the countryside, rural tribe and Sundarbans Forest closely.
Begin your tour in Dhaka, the hustling and bustling capital of Bangladesh. Take a steamer to Mongla enjoying the countryside along the river ways. Take an excursion to Sundarbans forest, one of the world heritage sites. Continue to Bagehat, where you will see the Grameen Bank founded by Nobel Laureate Professor Yunus.
The tour also takes you to the historical town of Khulna, Rajshahi . Before you return to Dhaka, visit Bogra & Ragpur and enjoy the countryside.
Day 01 Arrival Dhaka & tour of the city.
Upon arrival at airport in Dhaka, you will be met and transferred to hotel.
Later sightseeing tour of the city, which includes Parliament building (outside), Dhaka University campus Dhakeswari Temple, Star Mosque, Shakhari Bazar, Pink Palace etc., and transfer to Sadarghat river port to catch the paddle steamer (rocket).
Overnight on rocket
Day 02 Whole day cruising
MEAL: Breakfast
Breakfast on rocket. Today you will spend the whole day on the boat enjoying the riverine beauty and the countryside along the river ways. The Steamer will have port of call to all important port towns on its route.
In the evening you will arrive at Mongla.
Overnight at Mongla.
Day 03 Explore around Sundarbans
MEAL: Breakfast/Lunch
Early breakfast at hotel, and then whole day excursion to Sundarbans forest with locally hired motorboat. Today you will explore the Sundarbans, the World Heritage Site, which includes Karamjal Wildlife Breeding Centre.
Back to the hotel in the evening.
Overnight at Mongla.
Day 04 Drive Mongla-Khulna
MEAL: Breakfast
After breakfast drive to Bagerhat (1 hrs/ 52km), and experience the local villagers' micro credit program of Grameen Bank founded by Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus & explore the Mosque City; 60-domed Mosque, Tomb of Khan Jahan (builder of the Mosque), 9-domed Mosque, Thakur’s Pond.
Later drive to Khulna (45mins / 30km) and check-in to hotel for overnight.
Overnight at Khulna.
Day 05 Drive Khulna -Rajshahi.
MEAL: Breakfast
After Breakfast, drive north towards the university town of Rajshahi (6 hrs / 295 km) on the bank of the Padma River. Located among the landscapers of the north western corner of Bangladesh, close to the border with India, Rajshahi enjoys a reputation as the centre of the countries silk industry. En route visit the lalon shrine, a famous poet/singer born in kushtia in 17th century. Now the city is known as a city of lalon music. Lunch will be served with songs performed by the lalon followers.
From Kustia , drive to the Puthia, a home of terracotta temples providing you with a fascinating destination for the afternoon. Little known and rarely visited , the remarkable collection of atmospheric ruins include a number of bangle and Chu-chala style temples dedicated to Shiva Govinda, Annika . The town is also a home to impressive, which used to be maharanis palace.
Later return to Rajshahi in the evening .
Overnight at Rajshahi.
Day 06 Explore around Rajshahi
MEAL: Breakfast
After breakfast, drive to Gaud (Chapai Nababgonj - 40km / 1 hr), occupied a great importance mainly for its historical mosques than any other area. These mosques were built during the rule of Muslim Sultanate in the late 15th century AD. Most of them are located in the western part of Bangladesh. Some of them include Chotosona Mosque, Toha Khana Mosque, Darasbari Mosque.
Drive back Rajshahi (40km / 1 hrs), explore silk factory & showroom. Evening relaxed on bank of mighty river Ganges.
Overnight at Rajshahi.
Day 07 Drive Rajshahi -Bogra
MEAL: Bogra
After breakfast drive Bogra (2.5hrs / 150 km) , en-route visit Temple city-Putia (45 mins / 32 km) to explore Mahasthan ruins and then proceed to Bogra.
Overnight at Bogra.
Day 08 Excursion to Paharpur.
MEAL: Breakfast
After breakfast drive to Paharpur (2.5hrs / 130 km) to explore the Paharpur Buddhist Monastery.
Return to Bogra later in the afternoon.
Overnight at Bogra.
Day 09 Drive Bogra -Rangpur
MEAL: Breakfast
After breakfast proceed to Kantanagar to visit Kantajee Temple (4 hrs / 185 km) to explore Kantajee’s Temple, Raaj Bari & Ramsagar.
Afternoon drive back to Rangpur (1.5 hrs / 80 km.) and overnight at Rangpur.
Day 10 Drive Rangpur -Dhaka
MEAL: Breakfast
Early breakfast at hotel and drive to Dhaka (6.30 hrs / 340 km), en route visit a Handloom weaving village in Sirajjong.
Continue driving to Dhaka via Jamuna Bridge over mighty river Jamuna.
Upon arrival, check-in to hotel, and overnight at Dhaka.
Day 11 Dhaka-U.S. or an extension
MEAL: Breakfast
Transfer to airport and return to U.S. or extend your trip to India, Bhutan, Thailand or Myanmar.
| Land Cost: US$ |
| Single Supplement: US$ 445 |
- All transfers by AC vehicle.
- Accommodation with brekafast.
- First class cabin at Rocket steamer.
- Guided tours with itinerary.
- Permits to Sundarbans Mangrove Forest.
- Exploring the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest.
- Fees for visiting Grameen Bank Project
- Lunch only during Sundarbans cruise
- 1 Liter of mineral water per person a day
- Accompanying English Speaking Guide.
| Hotel Long Beach Suites | |
| Hotel Naz garden | |
| Hotel Castle Salam | |
| Private Cruiser (non-A/C) | |
| Parjatan Motel ( | |
| Hotel Nice |
- Air U.S.-Dhaka-U.S.
- Visa & Travel Insurance
- Meals
- Laundry, Soda, Tips
- Other personal expenses
- Are the trip and price guaranteed?
The trip is guaranteed even with the sign-up of the minimum of two people. The price shown is also guaranteed once you send us a trip application form with a deposit of $350.00. Otherwise, it may change until we receive the trip applications form. - Can you arrange my flights from/to U.S.?
Yes, we can arrange your flights from/to U.S. We can match the online airfare, if not lower one. You just need to email us your full name as appears on the passport and departure city in U.S. We will then send you a quote for the flight. - How soon do I book the trip?
The sooner you book, the better it is, because getting lower airfare from U.S. is higher when you book well in advance. You can usually make the international flight reservation nine months prior to your departure date. - Do I need visa, permit & entrance fees?
Yes, you need a visa for Bangladesh, which you can obtain though Bangladesh Embassy in U.S. or you may get one upon arrival at the airport in Dhaka. All the other permits and entrance fees are included in the trip. - What is the best time to take this trip?
The best time to travel to Bangladesh is in winter. The cool and comfortable time starts from November to February. - When do I need to pay?
At the time of booking, you need to send us $ 350.00 deposit with a trip application form. $ 1000 is due 3 months prior to departure, and balance is due 2 months prior to departure. - How big are the groups?
Our groups are usually small, so you get the personalized services from local guides. There must be minimum of 2 people to run the trip and the maximum is 10 people in the group. - How difficult is the trip?
This is an easy trip. However, you have to be physically fit to do the tour. You will be spending from around 8 AM to 4 PM touring around, going from one place to another taking drive and enjoying the nature and world famous monuments/heritage sites, and experiencing the local culture and way of life in Bangladesh. - Do I need travel insurance & where I purchase it?
We strongly recommend you to purchase the travel insurance which protects you, in case if you had to cancel the trip or other reasons like flight delay, flight cancellation, and medical evacuation. Once you book the trip, we can send you a Travel Insurance Quote. You can either buy through the link we send you or from your choice of other insurance companies. - What about accommodations, meals & upgrade?
You will be staying in a comfortable accommodation with attached bath. Your meals breakfast/lunch/dinner are included. If you like to upgrade it to higher end hotels, that is also possible with additional price. - What about guide, drivers and travel during the period?
We provide experienced driver and English speaking accompanying guide during the tour. You will be traveling in comfortable private Car or van or mini bus with driver/guide depending on the number of people in the group. - Can I extend my trip?
Yes, you can extend your trip to other parts of India, Nepal or Bhutan or destinations in Asia. You may like to inform this at the time of booking the trip, should you book the international flight with us. We would be happy to arrange your extension as well. - Can we make this as a private trip on our own date?
Yes, we can arrange this trip as a private trip on your own date. However, the price will be higher. - What if I have more questions?
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