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4-Day Bangladesh Historical Sites & Temples Tour
  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Archeology, History, Sightseeing

  • Duration

    4 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

Description

Explore the renowned temples of Bangladesh, and visit a local silk factory to observe the batik paintings of the region. Visit the Kantajees Temple and the Somapui Vihara in Paharpur - considered the most important archaeological site in Bangladesh. Drive to Bogra to see Mahasthangarh, the oldest known city in Bangladesh. Take a stroll through the Nawab Syed Abdus Sobhan Chowdhury Palace Museum, and so much more on this historical 4-day trip through Bangladesh.

  • Day 1: Dinajpur expand_more
    • Leave Dhaka after breakfast for a scenic drive through the picturesque rural landscape to Dinajpur (7 hours).

    • Upon arrival at Dinajpur check-in to the hotel and freshen up. 

    • Visit the Hindu Dinajpur Rajbari (18th century), one of the most striking historic buildings in North Bengal, and Ramsagar, the largest man-made pond in the country.

    • If the time permits, have a short tour of Dinajpur city.

  • Day 2: Bogra expand_more
    • Visit the Kantajees Temple (also known as Kantanagar Temple), the most spectacular Hindu temple with infinite panels of intricately sculptured terracotta plaques, which is only a 25 km drive from Dinajpur. 

    • After visiting this temple, drive to Paharpur. Dating from the 8th century AD, the Somapui Vihara in Paharpur is considered the most impressive and important archaeological site in Bangladesh and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It was once the largest Buddhist monastery south of the Himalayas. 

    • Lunch at a local restaurant in Joypurhat. 

    • After lunch, continue driving towards Bogra to visit Mahasthangarh, the oldest known city in Bangladesh, located 14 km from Bogra town. The archaeological site consists mainly of foundations and hillocks hinting at past glory. 

    • Continue the drive to Bogra, check-in to the hotel. If time permits, a visit to Bogra town and the Nawab Syed Abdus Sobhan Chowdhury Palace Museum, one of the only furnished Rajbaris in Bangladesh, is suggested.

    • And before leaving Bogra, you must taste the famous Bogura-r-Mistee Doi (sweet curd)

    Overnight in Bogra.

  • Day 3: Natore expand_more
    • After breakfast, leave Bogra for Natore which has two of the most outstanding Rajbaris in the country

    • Continue to Puthia, renowned for the largest number of historically important Hindu structures in Bangladesh including the Shiva Temple, the Govinda Temple which is decorated with intricate terracotta designs. 

    • In the afternoon you should not miss the opportunity to enjoy the sunset from the bank of Ma-Ganga (Ganges river)

    Overnight and dinner in Rajshahi.

  • Day 4: Rajshahi expand_more
    • Visit a local silk production and watch the weaving, dyeing, block and batik painting of this exclusive natural fibre. 

    • Start the return journey to Dhaka (6 hrs), where you will reach in the evening. Lunch will be offered at a highway restaurant.

What's Included
  • All transfer and excursions by reserved a/c vehicle

  • Sightseeing as per itinerary with local English speaking guide

  • Accommodation - 01 night at Dinajpur, 1 night at Bogra & 1 night at Rajshahi on twin sharing basis

  • All entrance fees as per itinerary

  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, tea/coffee & water

What's Excluded
  •  Personal expenses & Gratuities

  •  Any activity not specifically mentioned in the itinerary

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
Per person
1 To 4 USD 300 Per Person

This is a private tour

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USD 300 / person