This 8-day odyssey is designed to immerse travelers in Bangladesh’s historic cities, rich traditions, UNESCO heritage sites, and natural beauty. From timeless tea gardens and ancient temples to river ports, floating markets, and tribal villages, every day brings new cultural insights and vibrant local experiences.

Journey Highlights

  • Visit Dhaka’s historic mosques, palaces, and buzzing riverfronts.
  • Wander the archaeological ruins of Mahasthangarh and Paharpur.
  • Cruise the Sundarbans mangrove forest, home of the Bengal tiger.
  • Experience the floating markets and village life in Barisal.
  • Explore lush tea gardens and tribal culture in Sreemangal.

8-Day Bangladesh Cultural Itinerary

  • Day 1: Arrival in Dhaka
    Arrive in the capital, relax at your hotel, and prepare for a city adventure. Get a taste of local street food or take a stroll near the bustling Sadarghat river port.
  • Day 2: Dhaka City Tour
    Visit key landmarks: Ahsan Manzil (the Pink Palace), Star Mosque, Shaheed Minar monument, Baitul Mukarram National Mosque, and the Bangladesh National Museum. Experience Lalbagh Fort’s Mughal architecture and the colorful energy of New Market.
  • Day 3: Sonargaon – Ancient Capital
    Journey to Sonargaon, the historic "Golden City." Explore Panam Nagar’s abandoned mansions and the Folk Art & Craft Museum. Stop at a village to glimpse rural life along the way.
  • Day 4: Bogra and Mahasthangarh
    Overland drive to Bogra. Visit Mahasthangarh, Bangladesh’s oldest city with impressive ruins from the Mauryan, Gupta, and Sen dynasties. Discover Buddhist, Hindu, and Muslim heritage at ancient mounds and temples.
  • Day 5: Paharpur – UNESCO World Heritage Site
    Explore the spectacular Somapura Mohavihara, the largest Buddhist monastery south of the Himalayas, now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Learn how ancient Bangladesh was a crossroads of culture and religion.
  • Day 6: Khulna & Sundarbans Mangrove Forest
    Drive to Khulna and board a boat for a mangrove safari in the Sundarbans, spotting wildlife in this unique forest of rivers and tidal creeks—home to crocodiles, deer and (with luck) the Bengal tiger.
  • Day 7: Village Markets & Barisal
    Discover Barisal’s floating guava markets or take a sunrise boat ride on the river. Explore local zamindar (landlord) palaces, cathedrals, and explore the Oxford Mission complex and old mansions.
  • Day 8: Sreemangal Tea Gardens & Tribal Villages
    Journey through hills carpeted with tea plantations in Sreemangal. Visit indigenous villages, sample the famous seven-layer tea, and enjoy the serenity of Lawachara National Park before returning to Dhaka.

Travel Tips

  • Carry sun protection; Bangladesh is warm and humid year-round.
  • Dress modestly and wear comfortable shoes—temple and museum visits require walking.
  • Book trains and boats in advance; public transport fills quickly.
  • Taste local specialties: rice dishes, freshwater fish curry, pitha sweets, and seven-layer tea.
  • Connect with local guides for richer stories and smoother logistics.