1-Day Old Dhaka Tour with Buriganga Boat and Rickshaw Ride

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Islampur Cloth Market, the biggest cloth market in Bangladesh
• 02 Marvel at the architecture of Ahsan Manzil, the Pink Palace
• 03 Visit Lalbagh Fort and Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque
• 04 Ride a boat on the Buriganga River and a rickshaw through Old Dhaka's narrow streets
• 05 Discover Shakhari Bazaar, known for its conch musical instrument makers

Explore the historic heart of Dhaka on a full-day journey through Old Dhaka's landmarks, markets, and riverfront life. Visit iconic sites such as Ahsan Manzil, Lalbagh Fort, Star Mosque, Dhakeswari Temple, Shaheed Minar, and Dhaka University, while also experiencing the energy of Sadarghat and Islampur Cloth Market. Enjoy a boat ride on the Buriganga River and a rickshaw ride through the busiest and narrowest streets. This tour offers a vivid glimpse into Bangladeshi culture, heritage, daily life, and the hustle and bustle of Dhaka.

Enjoy a boat ride on the Buriganga River and a rickshaw ride through the busiest and narrowest streets.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Dhaka

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Old Dhaka Heritage, Markets, and River Life

• Visit:

• Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace)
• Sadarghat (main river terminal)
• Islampur Cloth Market (the biggest cloth market in Bangladesh)
• Shakhari Bazaar (conch musical instrument makers)
• Star Mosque
• Lalbagh Fort
• Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque
• Dhakeswari Temple
• Boat ride on the Buriganga River and a rickshaw ride through the busiest and narrowest streets
• Shaheed Minar
• Dhaka University

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guiding services
• Local transportation
• 1-hour boat ride on the Buriganga
• Professional English-speaking guide with good photography skills
• Rickshaw ride
• A taste of some local food (Bakarkhani/Lassi, etc.)

What's Not Included

• Personal expenses
• Entry tickets
• Food

What to bring

• Bottle of water
• Comfortable shoes
• Umbrella (if needed)
• Mask
• Don't forget to bring your camera.

Know before you go

• The people of Old Dhaka are friendly, so enjoy their curiosity.
• Wear full pants if you want to go inside Star Mosque.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Dhaka, Bangladesh

Tour start

Ahsan Manzil, Dhaka, Bangladesh

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.