Dhaka City Tour

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Explore the most adventurous tour and embrace the breathtaking scenery of the historic ancient city.

Trip Facts

  • Day Tour
  • 10 Hours (+/-)
  • 8 Persons (Max)
  • 0 (Not Included)
  • A/C Vehicle
  • 1 (Lunch/Person)
  • Moderate
  • 6
  • English
  • All Year Round
  • Full Time
  • New & Old Dhaka
  • Not Applicable
  • Dhaka, Bangladesh
  • Dhaka, Bangladesh

From the iconic symbol of the Mughal emperor’s Lalbagh Fort to the National Parliament, which is one of the massive legislative buildings of South Asia, discover all of the key attractions of Dhaka city with the help of the leading and elegant tour organiser of the country, Bangladesh Unbound. We help tourists see our country’s significant and famous scenic sights.

In this Old Dhaka Guided Tour, we will take you to the city’s most vibrant and chaotic places that savvy travellers would love to explore. Besides exploring the nature of the city, you will get the thrill of joy as you ride a boat on the Buriganga River. Not only that, but you will also enjoy a rickshaw ride on the busy streets of the old part of Dhaka and so on. We assure you that after completing the tour, you will take some unforgettable memories with you. So, without wasting your precious time, let’s take a look at the tour highlights, itinerary and other essential sections regarding the Dhaka Old Town Tour.

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Tour Highlights:

  • Visit the most popular places in New & Old Dhaka.
  • Explore narrow backstreets.
  • Take a fantastic rickshaw ride.
  • Experience the activities of people while enjoying a boat ride.
  • Have authentic & traditional meals in a local restaurant.

Tour Attractions:

  • Bangladesh National Parliament Building.
  • Bangladesh National Temple/Dhakeshwari Temple.
  • Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque.
  • Lalbagh Fort.
  • Lalbagh Fort Mosque.
  • Lalbagh Fort Museum.
  • Tomb of Pari Bibi.
  • Rickshaw Ride.
  • Chawk Bazar.
  • Hazi Nanna Biriyani.
  • Star Mosque.
  • Armenian Apostolic Church of the Holy Resurrection/Armenian Church.
  • Babu Bazar Boat Terminal.
  • Boat Ride.
  • Ahsan Manzil/Pink Palace.
  • Shakhari Bazar/Hindu Street.
  • Dhaka River Port Station/Sadar Ghat.
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1 :
8:00 AM - Pick-Up

The tour guide and driver will meet you at your hotel or residence to pick you up & begin the tour.

1 :
9:00 AM - National Parliament

At this time, you will be visiting the Bangladesh National Parliament House from the outside. It is considered one of the most attractive buildings in Bangladesh.

Day 03 :
10:00 AM - National Temple

You will probably reach Dhakeswari Temple. It is a religious place for the Hindu community in Bangladesh and the National Temple as well.

1 :
10:30 AM - Mridha Mosque

Then, you will go to Old Dhaka and visit Khan Mohammad Mridha Mosque. It is another noticeable tourist spot in the country.

1 :
11:00 AM - Lalbagh Fort

You will arrive at the vital tourist point of Old Dhaka, the Lalbagh Fort. We can assure you that there you will spend quality time. You will also visit the Tomb of Pari Bibi, Lalbagh Fort Mosque, Lalbagh Museum etc., inside the fort.

1 :
12:00 PM - Rickshaw Ride

After visiting the fort around noon, you will experience the most fantastic adventure by taking a thrilling Rickshaw Ride through the heart of Old Dhaka using narrow streets. You can see the true Dhaka while walking through Chawk Bazar, Begum Bazar, Spice Streets and other places.

1 :
1:00 PM - Lunch Break

It is lunchtime. Taste the delicious delicacy of Old Dhaka, the famous and traditional Biriyani, in a decent local restaurant with local dessert.

Lunch
1 :
2:00 PM - Star Mosque

Now you will visit the magnificent Star Mosque. This mosque is beautifully decorated with tiles using the Chini-Tikri method.

Day 09 :
2:30 PM - Armenian Church

At this moment, you will reach at Armenian Church by walking for fifteen minutes. The church was built by Armenians, and it was designed beautifully.

Day 10 :
3:00 PM - Boat Ride

After walking for 15 minutes, you will reach the boat station and experience the most exciting part of the tour. You will enjoy a Boat-Ride on the Buriganga River. While taking the ride, you will see numerous boats on the river. Some of these boats carry passengers to pass by, and some are used to sell goods. Overall, you will witness the life of people there.

Day 11 :
3:30 PM - Pink Palace

Walk by Main Street, photograph random roadside activities, reach Ahsan Manzil, and visit one of the most beautiful palaces in Bangladesh. It is the palace of the Nawab of Dhaka.

Day 12 :
4:00 PM - Shakhari Bazar

You will walk on a unique street known as Hindu Street. Locals call it Shankhari Bazar. There you will see old buildings and various shops that are raised on both sides of the road.

Day 13 :
5:00 PM - Sadar Ghat

A little ahead of the street, you will visit one of South Asia’s largest river stations, known as the Sadarghat River Port Station. There, you will see a crowded place. People go to the station to get into massive ferries and travel to the southern part of Bangladesh.

Day 14 :
5:30 PM - Drive Back

Now it is time to test your patience. Usually, at this time, most of the roads in the city get busy, and you will experience intolerable traffic jams.

Day 15 :
7:00 PM - Drop Off

After driving through the worst traffic, it is the end time of the Old Dhaka Tour; we will drop you at your hotel/residence and say goodbye.

Number of TravellersCost Per Traveller $Total Cost $
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380240
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570350
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Price Includes:

  • Face Mask & Hand Sanitizer (if required).
  • Sanitised Air-Conditioned Car/Van with Safety Measures.
  • Experienced and Well-Behaved Driver.
  • English-Speaking Guide.
  • Lunch at a Decent Local Restaurant (authentic local food).
  • 2 Bottles of Pure Drinking Water (Per Person).
  • 2 Tea/Coffee Breaks.
  • Rickshaw & Boat Rides.
  • All Site Entrance Tickets.
  • All Tips Except the Guide & Driver.

Price Excludes:

  • We won’t provide extra Food, Drink, or other things that aren’t mentioned above.
  • Arranging any Alcoholic Drinks (Beer, Liquor, Wine, Spirit), both Local/Imported.
  • Potter Hiring Charge for Carrying your Luggage.
  • Any Personal Item(s).
  • Single Supplement (if any).
  • Guide & Driver TIPS.

Availability & Site Opening Hours:

  • This tour is available to book at any time.
  • All tourist sites mentioned above will remain open on Saturday, Tuesday & Wednesday.
  • The Ahsan Manzil will stay closed on Thursday and be enterable after 3.00 PM on Friday. But the site will be crowded as Friday is considered a weekend in our country.
  • Lalbagh Fort will be closed on Sunday and open after 02.00 PM on Monday.
  • The other tourist spots will remain open for seven days a week.
  • On Government holidays, Ahsan Manzil and Lalbagh Fort will remain closed. But you can have a look from the outside though during these days.

Price & Payments:

  • We have already mentioned the tour price in the price chart. It is a starter package; if you purchase it, you must join other tourists. That means it will be a group tour.
  • We will include other people on the trip until we get the required tourists for the group tour. We will allow a maximum number of 8 people on this tour.
  • The price is negotiable for an Exclusive Private Tour, and we haven’t included the price on the list. In this private tour, we won’t allow additional people, either. So, for booking the time, you may contact us to know the price and relevant information.
  • To book the tour, you must pay the total price in advance. To know more details about payment, you may read the FAQ

Food & Drink:

  • Food is entirely Gluten-Free here.
  • We can also arrange/provide a separate meal for Vegetarians or Vegan.
  • We will try to put the lunch in time, but we recommend you keep snacks with you in case of any delay.
  • Traditional Bengali foods are known for being spicy. And you will surely regret it if you don’t taste Old Dhaka’s most famous foods, which are Khichuri (a dish made with aromatic rice and lentils and served with a piece of meat or egg) and Biryani (a special dish cooked together with meat, fragrant rice and added spices).
  • You will find some Fast-Food corners as well. You can also find samosas as snacks everywhere.
  • Tea, Coffee and soft drinks are very cheap. Mineral water is widely available.
  • We can take you to the Western Restaurant (depending on availability) at your expense.

Tipping/Bakshis:

  • Tipping is common practice in Asia. Bangladesh has no fixed limit for tipping; most workers will expect a small tip, especially from foreigners. Anything from 100 Taka upwards, depending on the service provided by the person. Usually, the ratio is 10% of your spending amount. But there always are some exceptions. For a clear concept, read our Blog
  • At the end of the tour, it is considered money of appreciation if you give some Tips to your Guide and the Driver – the amount left to you. So ask your guide to help you out on this issue.

Expert Advice:

  • Booking this tour at least 1 week in advance is advised.
  • We may take different routes in case of heavy traffic.
  • The itinerary of the tour is flexible, not fixed. It will be adjusted during the time based on traffic.
  • Besides all the attractions and foods, Dhaka city is known for its incredible traffic. You may get stuck in one route for an extended period, so we recommend you mentally prepare to walk a lot. The traffic tends to be light on weekends, however.
  • In case of a group tour (more than 8 people), we will visit the places by car. And a rickshaw tour probably won’t be possible for this type of tour.
  • Before visiting religious sites, we recommend that you get dressed modestly. In this country, it is prohibited to go to these kinds of places wearing short pants/skirts, sleeveless t-shirts/blouses, etc. In addition, bare shoulders and midriffs are not permitted and should be covered with shawls.
  • You must also remove your shoes while entering one of these places. So, again, wear shoes that are easy to take on and off.
  • Locals are always curious about foreigners as they often don’t get to see a foreigner from a close distance. So be patient and friendly with them when they approach you. You don’t need to worry; they are all friendly and open-hearted people. Your guide will always stick with you to protect you from any incident.
  • For toilet or pea, please always ask your guide quickly. Your guide will help you to find and take you to the bathroom. In Bangladesh, over 90% of people use the restroom. So, don’t go behind the bush and have a bathroom or pea-like India here.
  • Please show respect for the locals’ Culture, Traditions and Beliefs. Please don’t hurt them by saying anything, or perhaps better to avoid any political or religious discussions.
  • Taking a photo is a common culture here. Usually, people don’t ask anyone before taking pictures. So, you can take photos of people as much as you wish. Young people are much interested in taking selfies with foreigners. If you don’t like that, just simply say NO to them.

***If you still have any queries/issues to discuss, please get in touch with us.

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