Itinerary

1. Full-Day Dhaka City Tour Itinerary

   08:00 AM – Begin the Day with Hotel Pickup.

   • Meet your professional English-speaking guide at the hotel lobby.

   • Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle through the energetic streets of Dhaka.

   08:30 AM – Admire the Parliament Building (Exterior View).

   • View the iconic National Assembly Building, designed by architect Louis I. Kahn.

   • Learn about its architectural brilliance and national importance.

   09:00 AM – Visit the Shaheed Minar.

   • Pay tribute at the Language Martyrs’ Monument.

   • Understand its role in shaping Bangladesh’s cultural identity.

   09:30 AM – Explore Dhakeshwari Temple.

   • Enter the national Hindu temple of Bangladesh.

   • Observe daily rituals and absorb the spiritual atmosphere.

   10:00 AM – Discover the Star Mosque and Armenian Church.

   • Admire the mosaic-covered Star Mosque with its star-themed decorations.

   • Walk to the historic Armenian Church, a remnant of Dhaka’s Armenian heritage.

   11:00 AM – Roam Through Lalbagh Fort.

   • Stroll through the 17th-century Mughal fort.

   • Visit its gardens, mosque, and small museum.

   12:00 PM – Walk Through Chawk Bazar and Visit Shahi Mosque.

   • Take a guided walking tour through Old Dhaka’s most bustling market.

   • Smell exotic spices, see vibrant street scenes, and visit the Shahi Mosque.

   01:30 PM – Enjoy Lunch at Beauty Boarding or a Local Biriyani House.

   • Dine in the historic Beauty Boarding house known for its literary connections.

   • Alternatively, savor authentic Dhaka-style biriyani in a traditional restaurant.

   02:30 PM – Explore Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace).

   • Tour the residence of the former Nawabs of Dhaka.

   • View antique furnishings, artifacts, and colonial architecture.

   03:30 PM – Wander Through Shankhari Bazar (Hindu Street).

   • Walk through this narrow and colorful street full of local artisans.

   • Watch craftsmen, sweet-makers, and worshippers at miniature temples.

   04:30 PM – Experience a Boat Ride on the Buriganga River.

   • Board a traditional wooden boat at Sadarghat river terminal.

   • Observe chaotic and captivating river life from the water.

   05:30 PM – Shop at Local Markets or Malls (Time Permitting).

   • Visit local markets or modern malls to pick up souvenirs and handicrafts.

   06:00 PM – Return to the Hotel.

   • Relax during the drive back to your hotel.

   • Reflect on a full day immersed in the soul of Old Dhaka.