Bangladesh · Tea Plantation Tours

7-Day Heritage and Nature Tour of Dhaka, Sylhet and Sreemangal

7 Days Round trip from Dhaka Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Old and New Dhaka, including Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, and the vibrant Sadarghat River Station
  • 02 Visit the historic Shaheed Minar, Dhakeswari Temple, and Star Mosque
  • 03 Discover the scenic beauty of Sylhet's Tamabil waterfalls and the rolling stone fields of Jaflong
  • 04 Cruise the crystal-clear waters of Lala Khal on a peaceful boat ride
  • 05 Experience the charm of Sreemangal's tea gardens and taste the famous 7-layer tea
  • 06 Trek through Lawachara Rainforest and spot rare wildlife like hoolock gibbons
  • 07 Cycle through lush green villages and plantations for an immersive local experience

Embark on a 7-day immersive cultural and nature tour through Bangladesh, combining the bustling heritage of Dhaka with the scenic landscapes of Sylhet and Sreemangal. Explore historic landmarks such as Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Shaheed Minar, and Dhakeswari Temple before travelling to Sylhet for the waterfalls and stone-strewn riverbeds of Tamabil and Jaflong. Continue to the picturesque waters of Lala Khal and the tranquil tea gardens of Sreemangal, where you will taste the famous 7-layer tea. The journey also includes Lawachara Rainforest, Madhabpur Lake, and a cycling experience through lush villages and plantations.

Embark on a 7-day immersive cultural and nature tour through Bangladesh, combining the bustling heritage of Dhaka with the scenic landscapes of Sylhet and Sreemangal.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Dhaka, Silhat, Sreemangal, Lawachara National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Dhaka and City Highlights

  • Arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
  • Meet your professional guide and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
  • Rest briefly before heading out for lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Begin a short afternoon city tour to explore key Dhaka landmarks.
  • Visit cultural and historical sites to gain a first impression of the capital.
  • Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Dhaka.
2
Day 02

Old Dhaka Heritage Tour and Overnight Bus to Sylhet

  • Begin the day with breakfast at your hotel.
  • Depart at 08:00 AM in an air-conditioned vehicle with your guide.
  • Drive past the National Parliament House and stop for a photo.
  • Visit the Shaheed Minar and learn about the Language Movement.
  • Explore the Dhakeswari Temple and admire its religious significance.
  • Continue to the Star Mosque and 17th-century Lalbagh Fort.
  • Stroll through Chawk Bazar and see the Shahi Mosque.
  • Stop for lunch at Beauty Boarding or sample Old Dhaka biriyani.
  • Visit Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace) and drive past the American Church.
  • Discover Shankhari Bazar's artisan shops and hidden Hindu temples.
  • Explore Sadarghat River Station and absorb the riverside bustle.
  • Have dinner at a traditional restaurant.

Board the overnight air-conditioned bus to Sylhet.

3
Day 03

Tamabil, Jaflong, and Lala Khal

  • Arrive in Sylhet and have breakfast.
  • Travel to Tamabil to view waterfalls and cross-border scenery.
  • Proceed to Jaflong for panoramic views and stone-collecting riverbeds.
  • Enjoy the beauty of the surrounding tea gardens and tribal villages.

Stay overnight at a guesthouse in the picturesque Lala Khal area.

4
Day 04

Lala Khal Boat Ride and Transfer to Sreemangal

  • Begin your day with breakfast, followed by a scenic boat ride on Lala Khal.
  • Travel to Sreemangal through tea garden-lined roads.
  • Check in to your hotel by early afternoon and enjoy lunch.
  • Visit a tea garden to observe tea deposit activities before sunset.
  • If time allows, explore a tea workers' colony.
  • Visit Nilkontho Tea Cabin to sample the famous 7-layer tea.

Spend the night in Sreemangal.

5
Day 05

Lawachara Rainforest and Madhabpur Lake

  • Start the day early with a visit to Lawachara Rainforest.
  • Take a guided forest walk or a 2-hour jungle trek.
  • Observe wildlife such as hoolock gibbons, monkeys, and barking deer.
  • Enjoy lunch, then drive to Madhabpur Lake.
  • Explore the lake and nearby hills.
  • Return via scenic routes lined with betel nut trees.

Overnight at the hotel in Sreemangal.

6
Day 06

Cycling in Sreemangal and Train to Dhaka

  • Have breakfast, then embark on a morning cycling tour through villages and gardens.
  • Return to your hotel for check-out.
  • Transfer to Sreemangal railway station for your journey to Dhaka.
  • Arrive in Dhaka and transfer to your hotel.

Enjoy your final overnight stay in the capital.

7
Day 07

Departure from Dhaka

  • Check out from the hotel in the morning.
  • Be transferred to Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
  • Bid farewell to Bangladesh as your tour concludes.
Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Lala Khal boat ride, Lawachara Rainforest

Where this trip takes you

Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil, Lala Khal boat ride, Lawachara Rainforest

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Dhaka 4 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All transfers as per the itinerary
  • One-way train and bus tickets
  • Services of an English-speaking guide
  • Sightseeing as per the detailed itinerary
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sites
  • All meals as per the itinerary
  • 1 litre of drinking water per person daily
  • One SIM card with data and talk time
  • A complete travel kit
  • Air-conditioned transport in divisional cities
  • 3WD/4WD vehicle, minivan, or bus in countryside areas
  • Rickshaw, auto, or boat when necessary
  • Standard double/twin-sharing accommodation in the countryside
  • Meals at the best available local restaurants
  • Comprehensive administrative and travel security

What's Not Included

  • Hotel extras such as telephone calls, bar bills, and laundry services
  • Travel insurance and medical insurance
  • Visa application fees and related expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses including items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • International airfare or bus tickets
  • Airport and border crossing costs
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Changes to arrival or departure flights
  • Additional services not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any charges arising from force majeure events beyond our control
  • Any excursions, food, or drinks not explicitly mentioned above

What to bring

  • Hotel extras such as telephone calls, bar bills, and laundry services
  • Travel insurance and medical insurance
  • Visa application fees and related expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses including items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities to guides and drivers
  • International airfare or bus tickets
  • Airport and border crossing costs
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Changes to arrival or departure flights
  • Additional services not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any charges arising from force majeure events beyond our control
  • Any excursions, food, or drinks not explicitly mentioned above

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Airport - Dakshinkhan Road, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Tour start
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Dhaka.

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