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Old Dhaka Day Trip with TGB

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Overview

Old Dhaka Day Trip with TGB

Discover 400 years of history in a single morning on our Half Day Old Dhaka Trip.

Founded by the Mughals on the banks of the Buriganga River, Old Dhaka was once one of South Asia's richest cities and the home of the world-famous Muslin trade. Today it's a lively maze of Mughal forts, colonial palaces, centuries-old mosques, temples and churches, bustling bazaars, and legendary street food.

With an expert local guide, you'll explore landmarks like Lalbagh Fort, Ahsan Manzil (the Pink Palace), Star Mosque, and the Armenian Church. You'll also take a traditional wooden boat ride on the Buriganga River at Sadarghat and walk through the historic Hindu Street. Along the way you'll meet the locals and see the real everyday life of the city.

Choose from two plans and enjoy hassle-free hotel pick-up, an air-conditioned vehicle, and stories you won't find in any guidebook. It's the perfect introduction to the soul of Dhaka.

Starting Point
Dhaka Hotel Pick-up
Arrival On
Old Dhaka
What's Included

Package Details

Package Price (Per Person)

Group Size    Price Per Person
01 Pax    USD 120
02 Pax    USD 80
03 Pax    USD 75
04 Pax    USD 70
05+ Pax     USD 60

Package Details

  • Trip Type: Private half-day city tour
  • Duration: Approx. 5 hours (8:30 AM – 1:30 PM)
  • Plans Available: Plan A (Heritage & River Life) or Plan B (History & Landmarks)
  • Pick-up Area: Gulshan, Banani, Dhanmondi
  • Best Days: Friday and Saturday
  • Group Type: Private (only your group, no sharing)
  • Language: English (other languages on request)
Day by Day

Trip Itinerary

DAY1
Plan A: Heritage & River Life
  • Duration: approx. 5 hours | Start: 8:30 AM | End: approx. 1:30 PM
  • 08:30 AM – Hotel Pick-up
  • Your guide meets you at your hotel (Gulshan/Banani/Dhanmondi) and you drive towards Old Dhaka.
  • 09:30 AM – Star Mosque (Tara Masjid)
  • Visit this beautiful 18th-century mosque, decorated with blue star mosaics made from Japanese and English china tiles.
  • 10:00 AM – Armenian Church
  • See the Church of the Holy Resurrection (1781) in Armanitola, a quiet reminder of Dhaka's once-thriving Armenian merchant community.
  • 10:30 AM – Shankhari Bazar (Hindu Street)
  • Stroll through this narrow, colourful lane of conch-shell artisans, tiny shops, and old houses that are centuries old.
  • 11:15 AM – Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace, from outside)
  • See the grand pink palace of the Nawabs of Dhaka on the Buriganga riverfront.
  • 11:30 AM – Sadarghat & Buriganga Boat Ride
  • Walk through one of the world's busiest river terminals, then take a traditional wooden boat ride. You'll see river life, cargo boats, and launches up close.
  • 12:30 PM – Drive Back
  • If time permits, stop en route to view the National Parliament Building from outside.
  • 01:30 PM – Drop-off
  • You'll be dropped back at your hotel or place of stay.
DAY1
Plan A: History & Landmarks
  • Duration: approx. 5 hours | Start: 8:30 AM | End: approx. 1:30 PM
  • 08:30 AM – Hotel Pick-up
  • Your guide meets you at your hotel and you drive towards the city centre.
  • 09:00 AM – National Parliament Building (from outside)
  • Admire Louis Kahn's architectural masterpiece, one of the most iconic buildings of the 20th century.
  • 09:45 AM – University of Dhaka Area
  • Curzon Hall, a striking blend of Mughal and European architecture
  • The Central Shaheed Minar, the national monument to the 1952 Language Movement
  • The Faculty of Fine Arts, a lively hub of Bangladeshi art and culture
  • 10:45 AM – Dhakeshwari National Temple
  • Visit the country's principal Hindu temple, said to be over 800 years old.
  • 11:30 AM – Lalbagh Fort
  • Explore this unfinished 17th-century Mughal fort, with its gardens, the Tomb of Pari Bibi, the Audience Hall, and the mosque.
  • 12:30 PM – Drive Back
  • Return through the city.
  • 01:30 PM – Drop-off
  • You'll be dropped back at your hotel or place of stay.
Fine Print

Cost Includes & Excludes

Included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off within Gulshan, Banani, or Dhanmondi
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle for the entire trip
  • English-speaking expert local guide
  • Traditional wooden boat ride on the Buriganga River at Sadarghat (Plan A)
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Fuel, parking fees, tolls, and driver allowance
  • Guided walking tour of Shankhari Bazar (Hindu Street) (Plan A)
  • Assistance with museum and monument ticket purchase
  • Flexible route planning based on live traffic conditions
  • All applicable government taxes and service charges
Not Included
  • Museum and monument entrance fees for foreign nationals:
  • Ahsan Manzil (Pink Palace): USD 5
  • Lalbagh Fort: USD 4
  • Meals, snacks, and street food tastings
  • Soft drinks, beverages, and drinks other than bottled water
  • Personal expenses such as shopping, souvenirs, and laundry
  • Tips and gratuities for the guide and driver
  • Camera or video fees at monuments, where applicable
  • Pick-up or drop-off outside Gulshan, Banani, or Dhanmondi (available at extra cost)
  • Travel insurance
  • Any extra hours beyond the scheduled 5-hour trip
  • Anything not mentioned under "Included Items"
Payment

Payment Method


  • Prices are per person, in US Dollars.
  • Children under 5 travel free. Children aged 5–11 get a 50% discount.
  • Book at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Full payment is required to confirm the booking.
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the trip starts.
Pricing

Price of Old Dhaka Day Trip with TGB

  • 4+ People Group $60 US Per Person
  • 2-3 People Group $75 US Per Person
  • Private Tour Please contact us for the price
  • Single Supplement $120 US
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