Bangladesh · Cruise & Sailing

8-Hour River Cruise from Dhaka with Jamdhani Weaving Factories

8 Hours Round trip from Dhaka Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Ride a luxury river cruise on the Sitalakhya River or toward the Ganges
02 Visit the famous Jamdhani saree weaving factories, known for Muslin fabrics
03 Travel to the historic Jamindar Palace
04 Experience the riverine and rural charm of Bangladesh from the water

Explore Bangladesh on an 8-hour river cruise from Dhaka, sailing along the Sitalakhya River or toward the Buriganga, Meghna, and Ganges up to the river meeting point before Chandpur. Take in the grandeur of multi-cultural settings on a British-built structure and experience the riverine and rural aspects of the country along the way. The journey also includes a visit to the famous Jamdhani saree weaving factories and the historic Jamindar Palace.

Observe the views and rustic charm of the city along the way, and enjoy the riverine and rural aspects of Bangladesh during the cruise.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Dhaka

Languages Bengali, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

River Cruise to Jamdhani Weaving Factories and Jamindar Palace

Depart Dhaka for Kanchan Bridge ghat via the 300 Feet Road by reserved vehicle (microbus).
Immediately upon arrival, board one of the two-storeyed cruising boats and sail south. Enjoy breakfast on board.
Observe the views and rustic charm of the city along the way, and enjoy the riverine and rural aspects of Bangladesh during the cruise.
After about 2 and a half hours, arrive at the Jamdhani saree weaving factories, famous for Muslin fabrics.
On the way back, visit Mura and Jamindar Palace.
Take in different views from every side of the cruise boat. Lunch is served at 1:30 pm.
Begin the return journey to Kanchan Bridge ghat at approximately 5:00 pm.
Upon arrival at the ghat, disembark and prepare for transfer to the designated place.

Where this trip takes you

Sitalakhya River, Jamdhani saree weaving factories, Jamindar Palace

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Dhaka 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Luxury cruising boat for the trip, with a capacity of 60 people
Breakfast, lunch, snacks, mineral water, soft drinks, tea, and coffee
Experienced Bangladesh tour guide
Food menu:
- Breakfast: cake, banana, laddu, mineral water, tea/coffee
- Lunch: polao, beef buna, chicken roast, soft drinks, water
- Afternoon snacks: potato chips, french fries, fruit, tea/coffee, water
- Continental or Chinese food items are also served