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Bangladesh
BANGLADESH AUTHENTIC: DELTA RIVERS AND TIGER MANGROVES
Channels wind through mangrove darkness, tiger shadows prowl in silence, delta mud breathes ancient life. Bangladesh is a network of living waterways.
≈ 13
Days
1432
Km
7
Stops
From bustling Dhaka to the Sundarbans where Bengal tigers prowl, through Srimangal's tea plantations, discover Bangladesh along its rivers and canals.
- Sundarbans: tiger-haunted mangrove kingdom
- Khulna: coconut grove fishing gateway
- Barisal: river village wooden boats
- Rajshahi: padma river fertile banks
Your day-by-day itinerary
1
Day
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1
Discovery of Sadarghat district and the bustling port on the Buriganga
2
Exploration of old Dhaka with Lalbagh Fort and Ahsan Manzil
3
Visit to the National Museum of Bangladesh and Baitul Mukarram Mosque
Activities
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Rickshaw ride through the alleyways of old Dhaka
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Discovery of Rickshaw Art and local New Market
Next stop
Distance:
161 km
Travel time:
3h13
2
Day
4 photos
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1
Boat journey on the Rocket Paddle Steamer to Barisal
2
Evening stroll along the Barisal waterfront
3
Excursion to Banaripara floating market
Activities
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Sunrise observation over the surrounding canals
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Navigation between rice fields and exchanges with traders
Next stop
Distance:
110 km
Travel time:
2h12
3
Day
5 photos
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1
Journey to Hularhat then bus to Khulna
2
Exploration of the UNESCO site of Bagerhat and the historic Shait Gumbad mosque
Activities
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Walk through the city center and along the banks of Rupsha River
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Discovery of Islamic remains and the local museum
Next stop
Distance:
135 km
Travel time:
2h41
4
Day
5 photos
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1
Return to Khulna and rest after the cruise
Activities
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Discovery of the local market and the river port
Next stop
Distance:
166 km
Travel time:
3h19
5
Day
7 photos
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1
Cruise in Sunderbans National Park
2
Wildlife observation: deer, crocodiles, birds and freshwater dolphins
Activities
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Small boat ride through the mangrove channels
Next stop
Distance:
135 km
Travel time:
2h41
6
Day
9 photos
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1
Train journey via Jessore to Kushtia
2
Visit to Lalon Shah sanctuary
Activities
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Walk through Kushtia local market
Next stop
Distance:
97 km
Travel time:
1h57
7
Day
8 photos
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1
Journey to Rajshahi and discovery of the Padma riverbanks
2
Excursion to the village of Puthia and visit to its Hindu temples
Activities
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Sunset stroll along the river
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Photography of traditional buildings and rural markets
Next stop
⏱️ Long drive (5h+)
Distance:
252 km
Travel time:
5h03
8
Day
6 photos
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1
Return to Dhaka by train
Activities
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Evening walk in the Gulshan district
Next stop
Distance:
188 km
Travel time:
3h46
9
Day
5 photos
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1
Departure for Srimangal and settling in the tea plantation region
2
Hiking in the Lawachara forest reserve
Activities
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Walk through the tea fields and visit to a factory
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Gibbon watching and visit to a Khasi village
Next stop
Distance:
188 km
Travel time:
3h46
10
Day
6 photos
Activities
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Last shopping at Bashundhara City market
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What weather should you expect?
Weather varies by season. We recommend checking forecasts before your trip.
How many days should I plan?
We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 10 and 16 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.