Bangladesh creates an unforgettable impression of a land of peace, tranquillity and enormous beauty; land of hundreds of serpentine rivers, crystal clear water lakes surrounded by evergreen hills, luxuriant tropical rain forests, and beautiful cascades of green paddy and tea gardens. World's largest mangrove forest--a World Heritage & home to the Royal Bengal Tigers and other wild lives; World's longest natural unbroken sandy sea beach, rich cultural heritage, relics of ancient civilizations and Buddhist Architecture, colourful ethnic minorities with their primitive life style and culture; old terracotta mosques, temples, churches and historic monuments, friendly and lively peoples and hidden beauty everywhere. This Largest delta in the world rises from the Bay of Bengal and goes up to the footsteps of the Himalayas. The mighty Bay of Bengal guards its coasts. Explore Sundarbans the largest mangrove forest in the world and a natural world heritage listed by UNESCO, enjoying the vantage point of a boat cruise. Note the huge array of life that the mangroves support and be sure to watch out for the large group of four-pawed inhabitants, the mighty Bengal tiger. Enjoy true tea mastery in Srimangal. Walk through the fascinating Lawachara National Park, watching for squirrels and monkeys, and visit Khulna to be entertained by traditional Baul (mystic song) performers/ Gazir gaan (the songs of the wood cutters and honey collectors of the Sundarbans forest).
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Arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & greet at the Terminal-2 and transfer by representative and guide to your pre-confirmed hotel of your choice. Your Bangladeshi adventure will begin with an orientation of the guide followed with lunch/dinner depending on flight arrival, at local a restaurant or the hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Dhaka is more than 1500 years old city, and became capital of the country in 1608 under the Mughal rule. During ancient and medieval periods the city was known to the world for its unique product, the Muslin – the finest fabric ever produced in the world. As the capital of Bangladesh it has grown into a bustling city of trades and commerce, cultural and sport activities, vibrating with full of life. The city has two parts – the old part and the new part. The old part is known as the Old Dhaka, which developed during the Mughal period. With the happy blending of the old and new architectural trends, traditions and modernization, Dhaka has been expanding so fast since the independence of Bangladesh in 1971. At present about 15 million people live in the city. Now the city of Dhaka is filled with history, tradition and culture. It has endless numbers of activities, attractions accommodations and business opportunities.
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Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Sonargaon to visit Panam Nagar at Sonargaon (About 29 km from Dhaka). Sonargaon was one of the oldest capitals of ancient Bangladesh. Dhaka was connected with the silk road by Uttarapath (North Road) constructed in the 3rd century BC. The road was refurbished in the 16th century AD and became known as The Grand Trunk Road which also connected Dhaka with Sonargaon. Sonargaon Folk Art Museum & Goaldi Mosque (The Goaldi Mosque is one of the very few surviving medieval monuments in the city of Sonargaon about half mile northwest of the little township of Panam. Built in 1519, the graceful, single-domed Goaldi Mosque is the most impressive of the few extant monuments of the old capital city, and a good example of pre-Mughal architecture).
Later proceed to experience spectrum of Bangladesh riverine life by a river cruise on Shitolakha River/ Meghna River- one of the mightiest rivers in Bangladesh. About 250 rivers are crisscross Bangladesh which is the largest delta in the world. It is also an active delta. Enjoy local Bangla cuisine, specially prepared by chef of cuisine. Disembark from cruise and back to hotel. Dinner at local restaurant & overnight at Hotel.
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Buffet breakfast at hotel and full day sightseeing covering Sadarghat River Front, located in the southern part of Dhaka, on the river Burignaga, is one of the most dynamic places in Dhaka. Here, the Sadarghat Lunch Terminal is one of the largest river ports in the world. About 200 large and small passenger launches (motorized boats) depart and arrive at the terminal every day. According to the officials at the terminal, 30,000 people, in average, use the terminal for departure and arrival every day. At this place the scene of hundreds of country boats laden with passengers and merchandise crossing the river is fascinating, Ahsan Manjil (Pink Palace) - Ahsan Manzil is one of the most significant architectural monuments of Bangladesh. It was built in 1872 in the style of Indo- Saracen Revival architecture on the bank of the river Buriganga. Also known as the Pink Palace for its color, the two-storied building stands on a raised platform of one meter. The lofty dome of the palace stands 27.13m above the ground. Once the residential palace of the Nabob of Dhaka, its now houses a splendid museum, which gives a good insight into the luxurious life-style of the past Nabobs of Dhaka, Lalbagh fort- It is an old Mughal fort in the south-western part of Dhaka City. The construction of the fort was commenced in 1678 by a Mughal prince, Muhammad Azam. The fort, with its three gateways, is a combination of three buildings: the Diwan-i-Aam or Audience Hall with a Hamam Khana or Turkish bath downstairs, the Tomb of Pari Bibi and the mosque. The fort covers 18 acres of land. Lunch at local restaurant. Later Liberation War Museum and Parliament House (outside). Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at hotel.
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Buffet breakfast at hotel and proceed to Khulna by road on air-conditioned vehicle crossing Mighty Padma River by Ferry and enjoy natural view from the roof of the ferry. En-route visit National Memorial-The striking 50m high memorial is located at Savar 35 km northwest of Dhaka. It has been built to commemorate the numerous martyrs of the War of Liberation. The Monument tower is composed of seven isosceles triangular planes, each varying in size in its height and base. The planes are folded at the middle and placed one after another. The Monument complex is spread over an area of 34 hectares wrapped around by a green belt of 10 hectares. Some of the beautifully kept grounds of the Monument contain the mass graves of some of those slaughtered in the War of Liberation and Metal craft village in Dhamrai. Followed the lunch at local restaurant. After visit pottery village, tiles factory and Chanchra Shiva Temple-This Mughal period temple, said to have been constructed in 1729 in Jessore. Experience village life style in Jessore. Dinner and overnight at Khulna.
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Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Begin the day visiting shrimp farming project in Bagerhat and head towards the Mongla ghat and begin your enchanting journey thru Mangrove forest of ‘Sundarbans’ stopping along the way at Karamjal mangrove forest area and capturing unique way of catching fish by otters (Bhondar) (http://tinyurl.com/nl5qewo) . Lunch on board and enjoy the landscape of terrain of Sundarbans. Dinner and overnight on Board.
The Sundarbans is a natural region in the Bengal region comprising Eastern India and Bangladesh. It is the largest single block of tidal halophytic mangrove forest in the world. The Sundarbans covers approximately 10,000 square kilometres (3,900 sq mi) of which 60 percent is in Bangladesh with the remainder in India. The Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sundarbans is the world largest mangrove forest. Housing a diverse array of flora and fauna the Sundarbans is home to at least 78 different species of mangroves. Located at the mouth of the Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers between India and Bangladesh, its forest and waterways support a wide range of' fauna including a number of species threatened with extinction. The mangrove habitat supports the single largest population of tigers in the world which have adapted to an almost amphibious life, being capable of swimming for long distances and feeding on fish, crab and water monitor lizards.
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This early morning the motorboat continuous to the bay of narrow canals, Dramatic excitement begins when you switch over to ‘country-boat’ rowing along picturesque view of thickness Mangrove forest with absolute silence prevails-discover pugmarks of ‘Royal Bengal Tiger’ various species of Kingfisher and home of crocodile.
Later guarded by forest rangers, and local experts, time to explore Kotka Beach & Kotka wild life of Sundarbans by walking tours. Don not miss out capturing spotted deer (Chital Horin), different species of macaque Monkeys and mongoose, wild boar, endanger reptiles and Indian python, and explore as many species of birds out 260.
Lunch, dinner and overnight at vessel.
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Breakfast at board and disembark from vessel and proceed to Khulna. En-route visit Sixty Dome Mosque (Shait Gombuj Mosque)-The Sixty Dome Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a mosque in Bangladesh, the largest in that country from the Sultanate period. It has been described as "the most impressive Muslim monuments in the whole of the Indian subcontinent. The construction of the mosque was started in 1442 and it was completed in 1459.The mosque was used for prayer purposes, Mausoleum of Khan Jahan Ali, 9 dome mosque-The Nine Dome Mosque is a historic mosque in Bagerhat, Bangladesh. It was built in the fifteenth century by a Mughal general on orders from Babur himself and supervised later on by Humayun. The Nine Dome Mosque is located to the west of the takur dighi tank and built in the 15th century, it is close to Khan Jahan Ali's Tomb and transfer to Hotel. If the time permits, engross yourself in the evening with mystic folk songs ‘Baul’ (mostly performed by hermits who are followers of Sufism) or Gazir gaan (the songs of the wood cutters and honey collectors of the Sundarbans forest) (http://tinyurl.com/nu6aq8a), if available. Dinner and overnight at hotel.
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After buffet breakfast proceed to Jessore airport to fly Dhaka. On arrival at Dhaka half day sightseeing covering National Museum (The museum, located at Shahbag, started its journey in 1913. It has very rich collections of a large number of sculptures, paintings, old coins, metal images, silver filigree, calligraphy, folk art and handicrafts etc. of ancient and medieval periods. The museum is well organized and displays have been housed in several departments like department of ethnography and decorative art, department of history and classical art, department of natural history, and department of contemporary and world civilization), Lord Curzon Hall (The Curzon Hall is a British Raj-era building and home of the Faculty of Science at the University of Dhaka. The building was originally intended to be a town hall and is named after Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India who laid its foundation stone in 1904.Upon the establishment of Dacca University in 1921, it became the base of the university's science faculty), Central Shaheed Minar, Dhakeswari Temple (Dhakeshwari National Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Dhaka first built in 12th century, and later rebuilt and renovated numerous times. This state-owned temple is the ‘National Temple’. The name ‘Dhakeshwari’ means ‘Goddess of Dhaka’. Dhakeshwari Temple is the most important Hindu place of worship in Bangladesh). Dinner and overnight at hotel in Dhaka.
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Buffet breakfast at hotel and proceed to Srimangal. On the way stop few interesting places. On arrival at Srimangal visit Lawachara rain forest- A part of the famous Hollywood film “Around the World in 80 Days” shot in this forest, is a major national park and nature reserve in Bangladesh. The park is located at Kamalganj Upazila, Maulvi Bazar District in the north eastern region of the country. The land was declared a national park by the Bangladesh government. Also visit Khasia tribal village. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Srimangal.
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Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Baikka beel to enjoy the natural beauty (Baikka beel is another bird sanctuary of this region. It is on the eastern part of the Hail haor. Hail haor is a large wetland encompassing about 100 hectares. It is about 20km from the Moulvibazar town. Baikka beel was declared to be a sanctuary for fishes in 2003. Baikka beel is located in an area of great natural beauty. The widespread empty wetland near it is simply amazing. The beautiful scenario stretching over miles creates an unbelievable feeling. You can see the blue horizon meeting the blue haor water here. This beel is the living place of numerous birds and fishes. From the time you enter the haor area you will be engrossed by the sweet chirping of various birds. Moorhans, marsh harriers, teals, ducks and many other birds are seen here. If you are a bird watcher you will be very delighted) PM visit tea garden, tea processing factory and enjoy a fresh cup of tea. After visit tea museum at Srimangal Tea Resort. Evening enjoy very special cultural program by tribal people (supplement cost involved). Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Srimangal.
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After buffet breakfast at hotel proceed to Dhaka. On arrival at Dhaka visit very interesting Benaroshi Polli (http://tinyurl.com/p9mf5y4) Handloom Heritage (Banarasi saris are made of finely woven silk and are decorated with intricate design. Their special characteristics are intricate intertwining floral and foliate motifs. The saris are often part of a bride's outfit. Depending on the intricacy of its designs and patterns, a sari can take from 15 days to a month and sometimes up to six months to complete. Banarasi saris are mostly worn by women on important occasions such as when attending a wedding and are expected to be complemented by the woman's best jewellery. Sometimes the saris are embroidered to improve their gorgeous look. The sarees manufactured here are not only supplied to all districts of Bangladesh but also exported to India, Pakistan, Srilanka, China, America and other countries of the world. About 10 to 15 thousand weavers are involved in Mirpur Benarasi Sharee Industries where the sharees are designed, hand woven and marketed locally by traditional weavers and traders for generations. The Jacquard loom use punched card s which control the weaving, enabling workmen to produce the most beautiful patterns in a style. The punch cards are rectangular with holes punched in them. The hooks and needles used in weaving are guided by these holes in the cardboard. Any image can be embodied into a chain of punched cards and woven by the Jacquard loom.) in Mirpur. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Evening arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Paharpur. En route lunch at Bogra. Upon arrival at Paharpur, visit SomapuraMohavihara – the Single largest Buddhist Monastery in the World built in Late 8th Century AD and Museum. Late afternoon back to Bogra and transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Kantanajee terracotta Hindu temple & traditional Satranjee village in Dinajpur. Lunch at Local restaurant. Afternoon on the way back to Bogra en route visit Mahasthangarh – the oldest civilization in Bangladesh of 3rd century B.C, Govinda Vita & VasuBihara (If time permits). Dinner and Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Dhaka. En route visit the palace and old Hindu temples in Puthia (Shiva temple, Annik temple, Govinda temple, and Jagannath Temple). Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon arrival Dhaka and transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day city sightseeing covering Panam City, Goaldi Mosque, Lalbagh Fort, Dhakeshwari Temple, National Museum, Lord Karzon Hall and National Parliament House. Lunch and dinner at Local Restaurant. Transfer to airport for final Departure.
Evening arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Paharpur. En route lunch at Bogra. Upon arrival at Paharpur, visit SomapuraMohavihara – the Single largest Buddhist Monastery in the World built in Late 8th Century AD, & the site Museum. Late afternoon back to Bogra and transfer to hotel. Dinner & Overnight at hotel in Bogra.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Kantanajee terracotta Hindu temple & traditional Satranjee village in Dinajpur. Lunch at Local restaurant. Afternoon on the way back to Bogra en route visit Mahasthangar – the oldest civilization in Bangladesh of 3rd century B.C, Govinda Vita &VasuBihara (If time permits). Dinner and Overnight at hotel in Bogra.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Rajshahi. One the way visit the palace and old Hindu temples in Puthia (Shiva temple, Annik temple, Govinda temple, and Jagannath Temple). Afternoon arrival at Rajshahi and transfer to hotel. Luch at Hotel. After lunch visit Borendra Museum. Dinner & Overnight at hotel in Rajshahi.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Khulna, en route visit tomb of Mystic poet Lalon Shah and Kutibari of Tagor at Shilaidah in Kushtia. Lunch at Local restaurant. One way visit pottery village in Jessore. Late afternoon arrival Khulna and transfer to Hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel in Khulna.
Breakfast at Hotel. Morning visit ancient Sixty Dome Mosque – a World Heritage, the shrine of a Muslim saint Khan Jahan Ali and the Nine Dome Mosque at Bagherhat. Proceed to Mongla. By noon arrival at Mongla and lunch at BPC Motel. After lunch excursion to the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest (a natural World Heritage) by Motor boat. Visit walk way at Karamjal forest and after enjoying the sunset on the river back to Mongla. Proceed to Khulna. Dinner & Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Dhaka. On the way cross the mighty river Padma by ferry boat. En route visit martyr’s monument at Savar. Lunch at Local restaurant. Afternoon arrival Dhaka and transfer to Hotel. Evening visit souvenir shop, “ARONG” and dinner at Local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day city sightseeing covering SadarGhat river terminal, Ahsan Majil, Star Mosque, Panam City, Goaldi Mosque, Lalbagh Fort, Dhakeshwari Temple, National Museum, Lord Karzon Hall and National Parliament House. Lunch and dinner at Local Restaurant. Transfer to airport for final Departure.
Meeting assistance upon arrival on Airport & transfer to Hotel. Dinner at local Restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Paharpur (SomapuraMahavihara - World Heritage site and Museum,) via Bogra. Lunch & Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Bogra.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Khulna. En route visit Putia village covering 5 Ratna Shiva Temple, 1 dome Govinda Temple, 3 dome-Ahnik Temple, Old PutiaRajbari Palace and Jagannath Temple. Lunch at local restaurant. Enjoy Boul Song at Lalon Shah Mazar in Kushtia. Late afternoon arrive Khulna and transfer to Hotel. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Khulna.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Bagherhat. Visit ShaitGombuj Mosque - World Heritage site, Transfer to Mongla. On Board Motor Boat and visit Karamjal Mangrove Forest in Sundarbans - World Heritage Site. Lunch on Board. Late afternoon return back to Khulna. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Khulna.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Dhaka crossing Mighty Padma River by Ferryand enjoy natural view around the river from the roof of Ferry. En route visit Metal (brass) craft village in Dhamrai and Martyr's Monument in Savar. Lunch & Dinner at local restaurant. Transfer to Hotel and overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to HazratShahjalal International airport for final departure.
Evening arrival at HazratShahjalal International airport in Dhaka. Meet & welcome guest and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Early Buffet breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Rangamati. On way visit Mainamati Buddhist Monastery in Comilla. Lunch at local restaurant. Late afternoon arrival Rangamati and transfer to Hotel. Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. AM visit Buddhist temple, tribal villages and enjoy colourful life style of different Tribal People. Lunch at Hotel. Afternoon excursion by Motor Boat on the Kaptai Lake. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Bandarban. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon arrival Bandarban. Transfer to Hotel. Late afternoon visit Buddhist Golden Temple. Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Morning visit Tribal Villages. Lunch at Hotel. Proceed to Cox’s Bazar. En-route visit Buddhist Temples/Pagoda in Ramu. Late afternoon arrival cox’s bazaar and transfer to Hotel. Enjoy the sunset on the Beach. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day excursion to Teknaf and Inani Beach. Lunch at local restaurant. Late afternoon back Cox’s Bazar. Evening visit Souvenir shops. Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Morning free on the beach. Early lunch at Hotel. Afternoon transfer to Airport for Dhaka by Domestic flight. Upon arrival Dhaka transfer to Hotel. Late afternoon visit souvenir shop Arong. Dinner at Local Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day city sightseeing covering Panam City, Goaldi Mosque, Lalbagh Fort, Dhakeshwari Temple, National Museum, Lord Karzon Hall and National Parliament House. Lunch and dinner at Local Restaurant. Transfer to airport for final Departure.
Meet and greet at the airport and transfer to hotel. Dinner at local restaurant and Overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast start for Paharpur. Visit SomapuraMahavihara (approx. 282 km by road from Dhaka and The best known Buddhist viharas in the Indian Subcontinent). On the way Lunch at local restaurant. After visit check in at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast visit Mahasthangarh, the capital of Pala dynasty. After that proceed to Rajshahi and visit Putia Temple City. See the beautiful craft works at Govinda temple, Shiva temple, Pancharatna Temple, Jagaddhatri Temple. Lunch at Local restaurant and proceed to Dhaka. Dinner at Local restaurant and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast visit Kamalapur Buddhist temple where Ashes of AtishDipankar is kept. Afterwards proceed to Chittagong. On the way visit ShalbanBihara and some other Buddhist Bihara ruins in comilla. After lunch at local restaurant proceed to Chittagong. Visit NandanKanon temple in Chittagong where Hair of Goutam Buddha is kept (open to see only once in a year). Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast proceed to Rangamati. On the way to hotel visit Buddha Temple. Lunch at local restaurant. After lunch boat ride in kaptai lake, a lake in the midst of hills. Dinner at local restaurants and overnight at the hotel.
Early morning breakfast at the hotel and start for cox’s bazar via Bandarban. Visit Golden Temple and tribal village in Bandarban. Lunch at local restaurant and proceed to cox’s bazar. Evening free at leisure. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at the hotel.
Early morning enjoy sunrise at the beach. After breakfast, visit Buddhist temple in Cox’s bazar and visit Ramcotbihar and other temples in Ramu Buddhist Village. Lunch at local restaurant. Evening free at leisure. Enjoy sunset at the beach. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at the hotel.
After breakfast take domestic flight to Dhaka to catch up with international flight. Our service ends in here.
Arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Early Morning Transfer to domestic airport for fly to Chittagong. Upon arrival at Chittagong airport visit ethnological museum proceed to Bandarban Hill Tract – home of indigenous people (3& half hour drive / 92 KM from Chittagong). Upon arrival at Bandarban transfer to Hotel. Lunch at Hotel. PM Visit Buddhist DhatuJadi Temple (GoldenTemple) and Bazaar. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Banderban.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day excursion to visit different type of tribal people ( Mru, Bawm, Marma & Tripura ethnic villages ) to know their life style, Nilgiri ( the tallest picks and beautiful tourist spot in Bangladesh ) by open 4 wheel Jeep (Chandergari). En route Lunch at Local restaurant. Afternoon back to Bandarban. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Banderban.
Breakfast at Hotel. After breakfast proceed to Rangamati Hill Tracts (5 hour drive). Afternoon arrive Rangamati and transfer to Parjatan Holiday Complex. Lunch at local restaurant. PM visit Buddhist temple and souvenir shop. Dinner and overnight at ParjatanHoliday Complex in Rangamati.
Breakfast at Holiday Complex. AM boat cruise on Kaptai lake and visit Chakma tribal village. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon proceed to Chittagong airport (3hours’drive) for Dhaka by evening flight. Upon arrival at Dhaka airport transfer to Hotel. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Transfer to Airport for final departure.
Evening arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Khulna. On way visit National Martyrs Monument at Savar and tiles factory &pottery village in Jessore. Lunch at local restaurant. Late afternoon arrival Khulna and transfer to Hotel. Dinner & Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Morning visit ancient Sixty Dome Mosque – a World Heritage, the shrine of a Muslim Saint Khan Jahan Ali, Thakur Dighi Pond and the Nine Dome Mosque at Bagherhat. Proceed to Mongla. By noon arrival at Mongla and lunch at BPC Motel/ Boat. After lunch excursion to the Sundarbans Mangrove Forest (a natural World Heritage) by Motor boat. Visit walk way at Karamjal forest and after enjoying the sunset on the river back to Mongla. Proceed to Khulna. Dinner & Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Dhaka. En route visit tomb of Mystic poet Lalon Shah and Kutibari of Tagor at Shilaidah in Kushtia. Lunch at Local restaurant. One way visit Metal Craft village at Dhamrai. Late afternoon arrival Dhaka and transfer to Hotel. Dinner at local restaurant& Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day city sightseeing covering Panam City, Goaldi Mosque, Lalbagh Fort, Dhakeshwari Temple, National Museum, Lord Karzon Hall and National Parliament House. Lunch and dinner at Local Restaurant. Transfer to airport for final Departure.
Evening arrival Dhaka Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Sylhet [225 km / 5 hoursdrive]. Upon arrival at Sylhet transfer Hotel/Resort. Lunch at Local Restaurant/Hotel. Afternoon visit Jaflong, Tea Garden & Tribal Village. Dinner and overnight at Hotel/ Resort.
Buffet Breakfast at Hotel/Resort. Full day excursion to Srimongal. Visit Rain Forest, Manipuri village & tea Garden. Lunch at local restaurant. Late afternoon back Sylhet. Dinner and overnight at Hotel/ Resort.
Buffet Breakfast at Hotel/ Resort. Proceed to Dhaka. Lunch at local restaurant. Upon arrival at Dhaka transfer to Hotel. PM visit Dhakeswari Temple,Shahid Miner, Lord Curzon Hall & Dhaka University area. Evening. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing tour covering Sadarghat River Terminal, Ahsan Manjil, Star Mosque. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit Lalbagh Fort. Dinner at local restaurant. Transfer to airport for final departure.
Evening arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Overnight at Hotel.
After early breakfast at hotel drive to Ruposhi a village producing Jamdani (one of the finest muslin textiles produced in Bengal) and visit the weaving factory. After proceed to Sonargaon (Narayanganj District) to visit Panam Village, Goaldi Mosque. Back to Dhaka. Lunch at local restaurant. After Lunch visit National Museum. Transfer to Dhaka domestic airport for Jessore by air. Dinner & overnight at hotel in Jessore.
Breakfast at Hotel.Proceed to Rajshahi via Jhikargacha. Visit to Jhikargacha village which is known for its production of Nakshi Kantha. Lunch at local Restaurant. Late afternoon arrive at Rajshahi. Dinner & overnight at hotel in Rajshahi.
After breakfast at hotel visit to various villages in/ around Rajshahi & Chapai Nawabganj. Visit to Silk Factory & Nakshi Kantha Village (Lohori Kantha, Sujani Kantha). Visit to Chapai Nawabganj to see Anarashi (pineapple) stitching. Lunch at local restaurant. Proceed to Tangail via Sirajganj to see the Lungi & Gamcha factory. Dinner & overnight at hotel in Tangail.
After breakfast visit to Grameen Bank Project. Lunch at local restaurant. PM visit the villages of Nolshodha. Visit to Jaggard weaving factory. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Tangail.
After breakfast observe Natural dyeing procedure with the option of taking part in a workshop. Lunch at local restaurant. Proceed to Dhaka. On arrival at Dhaka transfer to International Airport for departure.
Evening arrival at Dhaka international airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Full day sightseeing covering Sadarghat river terminal, Ahsan Manjil& museum [closed on Thursday], Star Mosque, National Museum [closed on Thursday], Lalbag Fort [closed on Sunday], Dhakeswari temple, Central ShahidMinar and Lord Curzon hall and Dhaka university area. Lunch at local restaurant. Visit national parliament house [outside]. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at hotel.
Buffet breakfast at hotel. Full day excursion to old Panam city, Goaldi Mosque & folk art museum [closed on Wednesday] in sonargaon village, old Buddhist archeological site [Shalbanvihar, Itakholamura&Rupbanmura] & museum [closed on Sunday] in mainamati, comilla. Lunch at local restaurant. Late afternoon back Dhaka. Evening visit Arong souvenir shop. Dinner at local restaurant. Transfer to international airport for final departure.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day city sightseeing covering SadarGhat river terminal, Ahsan Manjil, Star Mosque, Lalbagh Fort, Dhakeshwari Temple, Language Martyrs Monument, Dhaka University Area, National Museum, Lord Curzon Hall and National Parliament House. Lunch and dinner at Local Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Meeting assistance upon arrival on Airport & transfer to Hotel. Dinner at local Restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Dhaka.
Breakfast at hotel. Morning sightseeing tour covering Sadarghat River Terminal, Ahsan Manjil, Star Mosque and National Parliament House area. Lunch at local restaurant. Afternoon visit Martyrs’ monument at Savar and Metal craft village at Dhamrai. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Dhaka.
After breakfast at hotel visit National Museum Bangladesh. PM visit Dhakeswari Temple,Lalbagh Fort, Central Shaheed Miner, Lord Curzon Hall & Dhaka University area. Evening visit souvenir shop Arong. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to HazratShahjalal International airport for final departure.
Breakfast at hotel,Visit Goaldi Mosque, Panam City in Sonargaon. Lunch at local restaurant in Comilla. PM visit Mainamati Buddhist Monastery, Itakhula Mura in Comilla. Late afternoon back to Dhaka. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
BAfter Breakfast at Hotel proceed to Dhamrai. On the way visit National Martyrs Memorial and metal craft & pottery village in Dhamrai. Lunch at local restaurant. PM visit Saturia Jamider Bari in Manikgonj. Dinner at local local restaurant & overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & welcome guests and transfer to Hotel. Dinner at local restaurant & Overnight at Hotel.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Sylhet [ 225 km / 5 hours drive ]. Upon arrival at Sylhet transfer Hotel. Lunch at Local Restaurant/Hotel. Afternoon visit Jaflong, Tea Garden, Tribal Village &Shrine of the famous Muslim saint-HazratShahjalal(R). Dinner and overnight at Hotel.
Buffet Breakfast at Hotel. Half day excursion to Shrimongal. Visit Lawachara Rain Forest, Manipuri village & Tea Garden. Lunch at local restaurant &proceed to Dhaka. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Chittagong en route visit Panam Nagar, Sonargaon Museum &Goaldi Mosque in Sonargaon& visit MainamotiBuddist Monastery in Comilla. Lunch at local restaurant. Evening arrive at Chittagong. Dinner at local restaurant& overnight at Hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Early Morning proceed to Rangamati. Upon arrival at Rangmati on motor boat visit Beautiful Kaptai Lake to enjoy natural beauty and visit tribal village. Lunch at Hotel. PM visit Buddhist temple & back to Hotel. Dinner & overnight at Hotel in Rangamati.
Breakfast at hotel. Early Morning proceed to Bandarban. On the way visit Tribal Villages. Lunch at Hotel. PM visit Golden Buddhist temple & Local Bazaar. Dinner & overnight at Hotel in Bandarban.
Breakfast at Hotel. Full day excursion to visit different type of tribal people ( Mru, Bawm, Marma & Tripura ethnic villages ) to know their life style, Nilgiri (the tallest picks and beautiful tourist spot in Bangladesh ) by open 4 wheel Jeep (Chandergari). En route Lunch at Local restaurant. Afternoon back to Bandarban. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Bandarban.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Cox's Bazaar. Lunch at Local Restaurant/ Hotel. Enjoy sunset at beach area of Cox's Bazaar. Dinner & overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at Hotel. Morning visit Fish market. Rest day for leisure. Dinner & overnight at hotel.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Chittagong. Chittagong city tour covering Chatteshwari Temple, Chandanpura-Mosque, BayazidBostami mausoleum, Court Building (if possible also the ethnological museum). Lunch & Dinner at Local Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Chittagong.
Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Dhaka. Visit local village market. Lunch& Dinner at Local Restaurant. Overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Paharpur (SomapuraMahavihara - World Heritage site and Museum,) via Bogra. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight at Hotel Naz Garden in Bogra.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Full day excursion to Kantajee Temple in Kantanagar. En route visit ruins of Mahastangarh Castle & Museum &VasuVihara Complex ( if time permits ) in Bogra. Late afternoon back toBogra. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Bogra.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Khulna. En route visit 5 Ratna Shiva Temple, 1dome Govinda Temple, 3 domeAhnik Temple, Old PutiaRajbari Palace and Jagannath Temple in Putia Village in Rajshahi. Roof tiles factory in Jessore. Late afternoon arrive Khulna and transfer to Hotel. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Khulna.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Bagherhat. Visit ShaitGombuj Mosque, Mausoleum of Khan Jahan Ali, 9 dome mosque. Transfer to Mongla. On Board Motor Boat and visit Karamjal Mangrove Forest in Sundarbans. Lunch on Boat. Late afternoon return back to Khulna. Dinner and at Hotel in khulna.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Proceed to Dhaka crossing Mighty Padma river by Ferry. En route visit Metal ( brass ) craft village in Dhamrai and Martyr's Monument in Savar. Dinner at local restaurant. Transfer to and overnight at Hotel.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Full day city tour covering Sadarghat River front ( boat ride on the river Buriganga ), Ahsan Manjil & Museum ( Pink Palace - visit inside ), Star Mosque ( inside ), National Mosque ( outside ), Lord Curzon Hall area, Central Shaheed Minar, BenarashiPalli in Mirpur and AarangSuvenir Shop. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to the airport for final departure.
Arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & greet at the Terminal-2 and transfer by representative and guide to your pre-confirmed hotel of your choice. Overnight at Hotel.
Dhaka is more than 1500 years old city, and became capital of the country in 1608 under the Mughal rule. During ancient and medieval periods the city was known to the world for its unique product, the Muslin – the finest fabric ever produced in the world. As the capital of Bangladesh it has grown into a bustling city of trades and commerce, cultural and sport activities, vibrating with full of life. The city has two parts – the old part and the new part. The old part is known as the Old Dhaka, which developed during the Mughal period. With the happy blending of the old and new architectural trends, traditions and modernization, Dhaka has been expanding so fast since the independence of Bangladesh in 1971. At present about 15 million people live in the city. Now the city of Dhaka is filled with history, tradition and culture. It has endless numbers of activities, attractions accommodations and business opportunities.
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Sonargaon to visit Panam Nagar at Sonargaon (About 29 km from Dhaka). Sonargaon was one of the oldest capitals of ancient Bangladesh.
Dhaka was connected with the silk road by Uttarapath (North Road) constructed in the 3rd century BC. The road was refurbished in the 16th century AD and became known as The Grand Trunk Road which also connected Dhaka with Sonargaon. Sonargaon Folk Art Museum & Goaldi Mosque(The Goaldi Mosque is one of the very few surviving medieval monuments in the city of Sonargaon about half mile northwest of the little township of Panam. Built in 1519, the graceful, single-domed Goaldi Mosque is the most impressive of the few extant monuments of the old capital city, and a good example of pre-Mughal architecture).
Later proceed to old Buddhist Ruins in Mainamati, Comilla. Afternoon back to Dhaka and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Buffet breakfast at hotel and full day sightseeing covering Sadarghat River Front, located in the southern part of Dhaka, on the river Burignaga, is one of the most dynamic places in Dhaka. Here, the Sadarghat Lunch Terminal is one of the largest river ports in the world. About 200 large and small passenger launches (motorized boats) depart and arrive at the terminal every day. According to the officials at the terminal, 30,000 people, in average, use the terminal for departure and arrival every day. At this place the scene of hundreds of country boats laden with passengers and merchandise crossing the river is fascinating, Ahsan Manjil(Pink Palace) -Ahsan Manzil is one of the most significant architectural monuments of Bangladesh. It was built in 1872 in the style of Indo-Saracen Revival architecture on the bank of the river Buriganga. Also known as the Pink Palace for its color, the two-storied building stands on a raised platform of one meter. The lofty dome of the palace stands 27.13m above the ground. Once the residential palace of the Nabob of Dhaka, its now houses a splendid museum, which gives a good insight into the luxurious life-style of the past Nabobs of Dhaka,Lalbagh fort-It is an old Mughal fort in the southwestern part of Dhaka City. The construction of the fort was commenced in 1678 by a Mughal prince, Muhammad Azam. The fort, with its three gateways, is a combination of three buildings: the Diwan-i-Aam or Audience Hall with a HamamKhana or Turkish bath downstairs, the Tomb of PariBibi and the mosque. The fort covers 18 acres of land. Lunch at local restaurant. Later National Museum (The museum, located at Shahbag, started its journey in 1913. It has very rich collections of a large number of sculptures, paintings, old coins, metal images, silver filigree, calligraphy, folk art and handicrafts etc. of ancient and medieval periods. The museum is well organized and displays have been housed in several departments like department of ethnography and decorative art, department of history and classical art, department of natural history, and department of contemporary and world civilization), Lord Curzon Hall (The Curzon Hall is a British Raj-era building and home of the Faculty of Science at the University of Dhaka. The building was originally intended to be a town hall and is named after Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India who laid its foundation stone in 1904.Upon the establishment of Dacca University in 1921, it became the base of the university's science faculty), Central Shaheed Minar, Dhakeswari Temple (Dhakeshwari National Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Dhaka first built in 12th century, and later rebuilt and renovated numerous times. This state-owned temple is the ‘National Temple’. The name ‘Dhakeshwari’ means ‘Goddess of Dhaka’. Dhakeshwari Temple is the most important Hindu place of worship in Bangladesh). Overnight at hotel in Dhaka.
After buffet breakfast at Hotel visit very interesting BenaroshiPolli (http://tinyurl.com/p9mf5y4) Handloom Heritage (Banarasi saris are made of finely woven silk and are decorated with intricate design. Their special characteristics are intricate intertwining floral and foliate motifs. The saris are often part of a bride's outfit. Depending on the intricacy of its designs and patterns, a sari can take from 15 days to a month and sometimes up to six months to complete. Banarasi saris are mostly worn by women on important occasions such as when attending a wedding and are expected to be complemented by the woman's best jewellery. Sometimes the saris are embroidered to improve their gorgeous look. The sarees manufactured here are not only supplied to all districts of Bangladesh but also exported to India, Pakistan, Srilanka, China, America and other countries of the world. About 10 to 15 thousand weavers are involved in Mirpur Benarasi Sharee Industries where the sharees are designed, hand woven and marketed locally by traditional weavers and traders for generations. The Jacquard loom use punched card s which control the weaving, enabling workmen to produce the most beautiful patterns in a style. The punch cards are rectangular with holes punched in them. The hooks and needles used in weaving are guided by these holes in the cardboard. Any image can be embodied into a chain of punched cards and woven by the Jacquard loom.) in Mirpur. After transfer to the airport for final departure with happy memories.
Bangladesh creates an unforgettable impression of a land of peace, tranquility and enormous beauty; land of hundreds of serpentine rivers, crystal clear water lakes surrounded by evergreen hills, luxuriant tropical rain forests, and beautiful cascades of green paddy and tea gardens. World's largest mangrove forest--a World Heritage & home to the Royal Bengal Tigers and other wild lives; World's longest natural unbroken sandy sea beach, rich cultural heritage, relics of ancient civilizations and Buddhist Architecture,colourful ethnic minorities with their primitive life style and culture; old terracotta mosques, temples, churches and historic monuments, friendly and lively peoples and hidden beauty everywhere. This Largest delta in the world rises from the Bay of Bengal and goes up to the footsteps of the Himalayas. The mighty Bay of Bengal guards its coasts.Explore Sundarbansthe largest mangrove forest in the world and a natural world heritage listed by UNESCO, enjoying the vantage point of a boat cruise. Note the huge array of life that the mangroves support and be sure to watch out for the large group of four-pawed inhabitants, the mighty Bengal tiger.
Story Teller joins the group at embarkation point of cruise on day 03
Besides, lots of awesome stories and epics related to this part of the world, the renowned story teller will begin with:
(Meals Included: Dinner)
Arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & greet at the Terminal-2 and transfer by representative and guide to your pre-confirmed hotel of your choice. Your Bangladeshi adventure will begin with an orientation of the guide followed with lunch/dinner depending on flight arrival, at a restaurant or the hotel.Overnight at Hotel.
Dhaka is more than 1500 years old city, and became capital of the country in 1608 under the Mughal rule. During ancient and medieval periods the city was known to the world for its unique product, the Muslin – the finest fabric ever produced in the world. As the capital of Bangladesh it has grown into a bustling city of trades and commerce, cultural and sport activities, vibrating with full of life. The city has two parts – the old part and the new part. The old part is known as the Old Dhaka, which developed during the Mughal period. With the happy blending of the old and new architectural trends, traditions and modernization, Dhaka has been expanding so fast since the independence of Bangladesh in 1971. At present about 15 million people live in the city. Now the city of Dhaka is filled with history, tradition and culture. It has endless numbers of activities, attractions accommodations and business opportunities.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Buffet breakfast at hotel and full day sightseeing covering Sadarghat River Frontand ride local boat at river and explore the busy activities on both side of the riverlocated in the southern part of Dhaka, on the river Burignaga, is one of the most dynamic places in Dhaka. Here, the Sadarghat Lunch Terminal is one of the largest river ports in the world. About 200 large and small passenger launches (motorized boats) depart and arrive at the terminal every day. According to the officials at the terminal, 30,000 people, in average, use the terminal for departure and arrival every day. At this place the scene of hundreds of country boats laden with passengers and merchandise crossing the river is fascinating, Ahsan Manjil(Pink Palace) -Ahsan Manzil is one of the most significant architectural monuments of Bangladesh. It was built in 1872 in the style of Indo-Saracen Revival architecture on the bank of the river Buriganga. Also known as the Pink Palace for its color, the two-storied building stands on a raised platform of one meter. The lofty dome of the palace stands 27.13m above the ground. Once the residential palace of the Nabob of Dhaka, it’s now houses a splendid museum, which gives a good insight into the luxurious life-style of the past Nabobs of Dhaka. Lunch at good local restaurant.After lunch visitLalbagh fort-It is an old Mughal fort in the southwestern part of Dhaka City. The construction of the fort was commenced in 1678 by a Mughal prince, Muhammad Azam. The fort, with its three gateways, is a combination of three buildings: the Diwan-i-Aam or Audience Hall with a HamamKhana or Turkish bath downstairs, the Tomb of PariBibi and the mosque. The fort covers 18 acres of land. Lunch at local restaurant. Later National Museum and Dhakeswari Temple.Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at hotel.
Cultural Show(optional): We could arrange cultural show with traditional music/dance and rhythm including Tribal dance for 30-40 mnts at hotel.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
After buffet Breakfast at hotel visit wet market in Kawranbazar. Proceed to Sonargaon to visit Panam Nagar at Sonargaon (About 29 km from Dhaka). Sonargaon was one of the oldest capitals of ancient Bangladesh. Dhaka was connected with the silk road by Uttarapath (North Road) constructed in the 3rd century BC. The road was refurbished in the 16th century AD and became known as The Grand Trunk Road which also connected Dhaka with Sonargaon. Sonargaon Folk Art Museum & Goaldi Mosque(The Goaldi Mosque is one of the very few surviving medieval monuments in the city of Sonargaon about half mile northwest of the little township of Panam. Built in 1519, the graceful, single-domed Goaldi Mosque is the most impressive of the few extant monuments of the old capital city, and a good example of pre-Mughal architecture). Later proceed to Mirpur to visit very interesting BenaroshiPolli (http://tinyurl.com/p9mf5y4) Handloom Heritage (Banarasi saris are made of finely woven silk and are decorated with intricate design. Their special characteristics are intricate intertwining floral and foliate motifs. The saris are often part of a bride's outfit. Depending on the intricacy of its designs and patterns, a sari can take from 15 days to a month and sometimes up to six months to complete. Banarasi saris are mostly worn by women on important occasions such as when attending a wedding and are expected to be complemented by the woman's best jewellery. Sometimes the saris are embroidered to improve their gorgeous look. The sarees manufactured here are not only supplied to all districts of Bangladesh but also exported to India, Pakistan, Srilanka, China, America and other countries of the world. About 10 to 15 thousand weavers are involved in Mirpur BenarasiSharee Industries where the sharees are designed, hand woven and marketed locally by traditional weavers and traders for generations. The Jacquard loom use punched card s which control the weaving, enabling workmen to produce the most beautiful patterns in a style. The punch cards are rectangular with holes punched in them. The hooks and needles used in weaving are guided by these holes in the cardboard. Any image can be embodied into a chain of punched cards and woven by the Jacquard loom) and enjoy Rickshaw ride in Mirpur. Later proceed to Sultana Kamal Bridge, Demra, Dhaka. Immediately Snacks will be served, as the cruise vessel will start its journey towards theSundarban forest. Dinner and overnight on board.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
The Sundarbans is a natural region in the Bengal region comprising Eastern India and Bangladesh. It is the largest single block of tidal halophytic mangrove forest in the world. The Sundarbans covers approximately 10,000 square kilometres (3,900 sq mi) of which 60 percent is in Bangladesh with the remainder in India. The Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Sundarbans isthe world largest mangrove forest. Housing a diverse array of flora and fauna the Sundarbans is home to at least 78 different species of mangroves. Located at the mouth of the Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers between India and Bangladesh, its forest and waterways support a wide range of' fauna including a number of species threatened with extinction. The mangrove habitat supports the single largest population of tigers in the world which have adapted to an almost amphibious life, being capable of swimming for long distances and feeding on fish, crab and water monitor lizards.
On way, you have to the riverine life, Hilsha Fishing, harvesting Crops on the shore, several type of Country boats, the boat will stop at Barisal or Supoti Forest station. The cruise will continue through Buriganga, Meghna, Kirtankhola, Baleshwary and Pashur River. Afternoon arrival at Sundarbans and explore Kachikhali forest area andenjoy the landscape of terrain of Sundarbans.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
This early morning the motorboat continuous to the bay of narrow canals, Dramatic excitement begins when you switch over to ‘country-boat’ rowing along picturesque view of thickness Mangrove forest with absolute silence prevails-discover pugmarks of ‘Royal Bengal Tiger’ various species of Kingfisher and home of crocodile. Later guarded by forest rangers, and local experts, time to explore Kotka wild life of Sundarbans by walking tours. Don not miss out capturing spotted deer (Chital Horin), different species of macaque Monkeys and mongoose, wild boar, endanger reptiles and Indian python, and explore as many species of birds out 260.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch)
Breakfast at board and capturing unique way of catching fish by otters (Bhondar) (http://tinyurl.com/nl5qewo). Lunch on board. You will enjoy local fish catching with local gear. After lunch disembark from vessel and proceed to Jessore to fly Dhaka. After arrival at Dhaka to International Airport for final departure.
End of service: the group departs wit happy memories.
Bangladesh creates an unforgettable impression of a land of peace, tranquility and enormous beauty; land of hundreds of serpentine rivers, crystal clear water lakes surrounded by evergreen hills, luxuriant tropical rain forests, and beautiful cascades of green paddy and tea gardens. World's largest mangrove forest--a World Heritage & home to the Royal Bengal Tigers and other wild lives; World's longest natural unbroken sandy sea beach, rich cultural heritage, relics of ancient civilizations and Buddhist Architecture,colourful ethnic minorities with their primitive life style and culture; old terracotta mosques, temples, churches and historic monuments, friendly and lively peoples and hidden beauty everywhere. This Largest delta in the world rises from the Bay of Bengal and goes up to the footsteps of the Himalayas. The mighty Bay of Bengal guards its coasts. Explore Sundarbansthe largest mangrove forest in the world and a natural world heritage listed by UNESCO, enjoying the vantage point of a boat cruise. Note the huge array of life that the mangroves support and be sure to watch out for the large group of four-pawed inhabitants, the mighty Bengal tiger. Enjoy true tea mastery in Srimangal. Walk through the fascinating Lawachara National Park, watching for squirrels and monkeys, and visit Khulna to be entertained by traditional Baul(mystic song) performers/ Gazirgaan (the songs of the wood cutters and honey collectors of the Sundarbans forest).
(Meals Included: Dinner)
Arrival at Dhaka International Airport. Meet & greet at the Terminal-2 and transfer by representative and guide to your pre-confirmed hotel of your choice. Your Bangladeshi adventure will begin with an orientation of the guide followed with lunch/dinner depending on flight arrival, at local a restaurant or the hotel.Overnight at Hotel.
Dhaka is more than 1500 years old city, and became capital of the country in 1608 under the Mughal rule. During ancient and medieval periods the city was known to the world for its unique product, the Muslin – the finest fabric ever produced in the world. As the capital of Bangladesh it has grown into a bustling city of trades and commerce, cultural and sport activities, vibrating with full of life. The city has two parts – the old part and the new part. The old part is known as the Old Dhaka, which developed during the Mughal period. With the happy blending of the old and new architectural trends, traditions and modernization, Dhaka has been expanding so fast since the independence of Bangladesh in 1971. At present about 15 million people live in the city. Now the city of Dhaka is filled with history, tradition and culture. It has endless numbers of activities, attractions accommodations and business opportunities.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed to Sonargaon to visit Panam Nagar at Sonargaon(About 29 km from Dhaka).Sonargaon was one of the oldest capitals of ancient Bangladesh.
Dhaka was connected with the silk road by Uttarapath (North Road) constructed in the 3rd century BC. The road was refurbished in the 16th century AD and became known as The Grand Trunk Road which also connected Dhaka with Sonargaon.SonargaonFolk Art Museum & Goaldi Mosque(The Goaldi Mosque is one of the very few surviving medieval monuments in the city of Sonargaon about half mile northwest of the little township of Panam. Built in 1519, the graceful, single-domed Goaldi Mosque is the most impressive of the few extant monuments of the old capital city, and a good example of pre-Mughal architecture).
Later proceed to experience spectrum of Bangladesh riverine life by a river cruise on Shitolakha River/ Meghna River- one of the mightiest rivers in Bangladesh. About 250 rivers are crisscross Bangladesh which is the largest delta in the world. It is also an active delta.Enjoy local Bangla cuisine, specially prepared by chef of cuisine. Disembark from cruise and back to hotel. Dinner at local restaurant & overnight at Hotel.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Buffet breakfast at hotel and full day sightseeing covering Sadarghat River Front, located in the southern part of Dhaka, on the river Burignaga, is one of the most dynamic places in Dhaka. Here, the Sadarghat Lunch Terminal is one of the largest river ports in the world. About 200 large and small passenger launches (motorized boats) depart and arrive at the terminal every day. According to the officials at the terminal, 30,000 people, in average, use the terminal for departure and arrival every day. At this place the scene of hundreds of country boats laden with passengers and merchandise crossing the river is fascinating, Ahsan Manjil(Pink Palace) -Ahsan Manzil is one of the most significant architectural monuments of Bangladesh. It was built in 1872 in the style of Indo-Saracen Revival architecture on the bank of the river Buriganga. Also known as the Pink Palace for its color, the two-storied building stands on a raised platform of one meter. The lofty dome of the palace stands 27.13m above the ground. Once the residential palace of the Nabob of Dhaka, its now houses a splendid museum, which gives a good insight into the luxurious life-style of the past Nabobs of Dhaka,Lalbagh fort-It is an old Mughal fort in the southwestern part of Dhaka City. The construction of the fort was commenced in 1678 by a Mughal prince, Muhammad Azam. The fort, with its three gateways, is a combination of three buildings: the Diwan-i-Aam or Audience Hall with a HamamKhana or Turkish bath downstairs, the Tomb of PariBibi and the mosque. The fort covers 18 acres of land. Lunch at local restaurant. Later Liberation War Museum and Parliament House (outside). Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at hotel.
Meals Included: B, L, D
Buffet breakfast at hotel and proceed to Khulna by road on air-conditioned vehiclecrossing Mighty Padma River by Ferry and enjoy natural view from the roof of the ferry. En-route visit National Memorial-The striking 50m high memorial is located at Savar 35 km northwest of Dhaka. It has been built to commemorate the numerous martyrs of the War of Liberation. The Monument tower is composed of seven isosceles triangular planes, each varying in size in its height and base. The planes are folded at the middle and placed one after another. The Monument complex is spread over an area of 34 hectares wrapped around by a green belt of 10 hectares. Some of the beautifully kept grounds of the Monument contain the mass graves of some of those slaughtered in the War of Liberationand Metal craft village in Dhamrai.Followed the lunch at local restaurant. After visit pottery village, tiles factory and Chanchra Shiva Temple-This Mughal period temple, said to have been constructed in 1729 in Jessore. Experience village life style in Jessore.Dinner and overnight at Khulna.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Begin the day visiting shrimp farming project in Bagerhat and head towards the Monglaghat and begin your enchanting journey thru Mangrove forest of ‘Sundarbans’ stopping along the way at Karamjal mangrove forest area and capturing unique way of catching fish by otters (Bhondar)(http://tinyurl.com/nl5qewo) . Lunch on board and enjoy the landscape of terrain of Sundarbans. Dinner and overnight on Board.
The Sundarbans is a natural region in the Bengal region comprising Eastern India and Bangladesh. It is the largest single block of tidal halophytic mangrove forest in the world. The Sundarbans covers approximately 10,000 square kilometres (3,900 sq mi) of which 60 percent is in Bangladesh with the remainder in India. The Sundarbans is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Sundarbans isthe world largest mangrove forest. Housing a diverse array of flora and fauna the Sundarbans is home to at least 78 different species of mangroves. Located at the mouth of the Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers between India and Bangladesh, its forest and waterways support a wide range of' fauna including a number of species threatened with extinction. The mangrove habitat supports the single largest population of tigers in the world which have adapted to an almost amphibious life, being capable of swimming for long distances and feeding on fish, crab and water monitor lizards.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
This early morning the motorboat continuous to the bay of narrow canals, Dramatic excitement begins when you switch over to ‘country-boat’ rowing along picturesque view of thickness Mangrove forest with absolute silence prevails-discover pugmarks of ‘Royal Bengal Tiger’ various species of Kingfisher and home of crocodile.
Later guarded by forest rangers, and local experts, time to explore Kotka Beach & Kotka wild life of Sundarbans by walking tours. Don not miss out capturing spotted deer (Chital Horin), different species of macaque Monkeys and mongoose, wild boar, endanger reptiles and Indian python, and explore as many species of birds out 260.
Lunch, dinner and overnight at vessel.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Breakfast at board and disembark from vessel and proceed to Khulna. En-route visit Sixty Dome Mosque (ShaitGombuj Mosque)-The Sixty Dome Mosque, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a mosque in Bangladesh, the largest in that country from the Sultanate period. It has been described as "the most impressive Muslim monuments in the whole of the Indian subcontinent. The construction of the mosque was started in 1442 and it was completed in 1459.The mosque was used for prayer purposes, Mausoleum of Khan Jahan Ali, 9 dome mosque-The Nine Dome Mosque is a historic mosque in Bagerhat, Bangladesh. It was built in the fifteenth century by a Mughal general on orders from Babur himself and supervised later on by Humayun. The Nine Dome Mosque is located to the west of the takurdighi tank and built in the 15th century, it is close to Khan Jahan Ali's Tomb and transfer to Hotel.If the time permits, engross yourself in the evening with mystic folk songs ‘Baul’(mostly performed by hermits who are followers of Sufism) or Gazirgaan (the songs of the wood cutters and honey collectors of the Sundarbans forest)(http://tinyurl.com/nu6aq8a), if available.Dinner and overnight at hotel.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
After buffet breakfast proceed to Jessore airport to fly Dhaka. On arrival at Dhaka half day sightseeing covering National Museum (The museum, located at Shahbag, started its journey in 1913. It has very rich collections of a large number of sculptures, paintings, old coins, metal images, silver filigree, calligraphy, folk art and handicrafts etc. of ancient and medieval periods. The museum is well organized and displays have been housed in several departments like department of ethnography and decorative art, department of history and classical art, department of natural history, and department of contemporary and world civilization), Lord Curzon Hall (The Curzon Hall is a British Raj-era building and home of the Faculty of Science at the University of Dhaka. The building was originally intended to be a town hall and is named after Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India who laid its foundation stone in 1904.Upon the establishment of Dacca University in 1921, it became the base of the university's science faculty), Central Shaheed Minar, Dhakeswari Temple (Dhakeshwari National Temple is a famous Hindu temple in Dhaka first built in 12th century, and later rebuilt and renovated numerous times. This state-owned temple is the ‘National Temple’. The name ‘Dhakeshwari’ means ‘Goddess of Dhaka’. Dhakeshwari Temple is the most important Hindu place of worship in Bangladesh). Dinner and overnight at hotel in Dhaka.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Buffet breakfast at hotel and proceed to Srimangal. On the way stop few interesting places. On arrival at Srimangal visit Lawachara rain forest-A part of the famous Hollywood film “Around the World in 80 Days” shot in this forest, is a major national park and nature reserve in Bangladesh. The park is located at KamalganjUpazila, Maulvi Bazar District in the north eastern region of the country. The land was declared a national park by the Bangladesh government. Also visitKhasia tribal village. Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Srimangal.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Buffet Breakfast at hotel. Proceed toBaikkabeel to enjoy the natural beauty (Baikkabeel is another bird sanctuary of this region. It is on the eastern part of the Hail haor. Hail haor is a large wetland encompassing about 100 hectares. It is about 20km from the Moulvibazar town. Baikkabeel was declared to be a sanctuary for fishes in 2003. Baikkabeel is located in an area of great natural beauty. The widespread empty wetland near it is simply amazing. The beautiful scenario stretching over miles creates an unbelievable feeling. You can see the blue horizon meeting the blue haor water here. This beel is the living place of numerous birds and fishes. From the time you enter the haor area you will be engrossed by the sweet chirping of various birds. Moorhans, marsh harriers, teals, ducks and many other birds are seen here. If you are a bird watcher you will be very delighted) PM visit tea garden, tea processing factory and enjoy a fresh cup of tea. After visittea museum at Srimangal Tea Resort. Evening enjoy very special cultural program by tribal people (supplement cost involved). Dinner and overnight at Hotel in Srimangal.
(Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner)
After buffet breakfast at hotel proceed to Dhaka. On arrival at Dhaka visit very interesting BenaroshiPolli(http://tinyurl.com/p9mf5y4) Handloom Heritage (Banarasi saris are made of finely woven silk and are decorated with intricate design. Their special characteristics are intricate intertwining floral and foliate motifs. The saris are often part of a bride's outfit. Depending on the intricacy of its designs and patterns, a sari can take from 15 days to a month and sometimes up to six months to complete. Banarasi saris are mostly worn by women on important occasions such as when attending a wedding and are expected to be complemented by the woman's best jewellery. Sometimes the saris are embroidered to improve their gorgeous look. The sarees manufactured here are not only supplied to all districts of Bangladesh but also exported to India, Pakistan, Srilanka, China, America and other countries of the world. About 10 to 15 thousand weavers are involved in Mirpur BenarasiSharee Industries where the sharees are designed, hand woven and marketed locally by traditional weavers and traders for generations. The Jacquard loom use punched card s which control the weaving, enabling workmen to produce the most beautiful patterns in a style. The punch cards are rectangular with holes punched in them. The hooks and needles used in weaving are guided by these holes in the cardboard. Any image can be embodied into a chain of punched cards and woven by the Jacquard loom.)in Mirpur. Dinner at local restaurant and overnight at Hotel in Dhaka.
Buffet breakfast at Hotel. Transfer to the airport for final departure with happy memories.
