Full-Day Sonargaon Heritage Tour from Dhaka with Panam Nagar and Boat Ride
Highlights
Sonargaon
photography, historical, sightseeing
Group Tour
1 Day
Easy
English, Hindi, Urdu
Description
Explore the rich heritage and timeless charm of Bengal on this immersive full-day tour to Sonargaon from Dhaka. Discover the 400-year-old abandoned city of Panam Nagar, once home to affluent Hindu merchants, and admire its colonial-era architecture and historical significance. Visit the Folk and Crafts Museum, founded by legendary artist Zainul Abedin, where over 4,500 traditional artifacts highlight Bengal’s rural artistry. Enjoy an authentic Bengali lunch at a local restaurant, followed by a peaceful boat ride on the Pankhiraj Canal, surrounded by serene landscapes. Optionally, visit the replica of the Taj Mahal of Bengal for a fun, photogenic stop.
Itinerary
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Full-Day Heritage Tour to Sonargaon
- Start at 9:00 AM – Get picked up from your hotel in Dhaka.
Drive approximately 1.5 hours to Sonargaon, the ancient capital of Bengal.
Arrive at 10:30 AM – Visit Panam Nagar.
Walk through a 400-year-old abandoned merchant town.
Admire colonial terracotta mansions.
Capture historic architecture and learn about Bengal’s muslin trade legacy.
Continue at 12:00 PM – Tour the Folk and Crafts Museum.
Explore over 4,500 artifacts showcasing rural craftsmanship.
See wood carvings, tribal masks, copper utensils, and folk jewelry.
- Discover the artistic legacy of Zainul Abedin.
Break at 1:00 PM – Enjoy traditional Bengali lunch.
Dine at a local restaurant featuring authentic cuisine.
Taste fish curry, rice, vegetables, lentils, and sweets.
Resume at 2:30 PM – Take a boat ride on Pankhiraj Canal.
Relax on a scenic canal cruise near Panam Nagar.
Experience serene landscapes and rustic beauty.
Optional at 3:30 PM – Stop at the Taj Mahal of Bengal.
Visit the replica of the iconic monument.
Take fun photos and enjoy the architectural surprise.
Depart at 4:30 PM – Drive back to Dhaka.
Conclude by 6:00 PM – Arrive at your hotel.
End the tour with lasting impressions of Bengal’s vibrant history and culture.
What's Included
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What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
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This is a group tour |
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