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Private Full Day Tour in Dhaka City

5.0 (27 reviews) 8 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private Full Day Tour in Dhaka City

About this activity

Experience the many faces of Dhaka on a private full-day journey from the modern capital to the historic heart of Old Dhaka. Begin at lively Kawran Bazar, one of the city’s busiest local markets, then explore iconic landmarks including National Parliament House, Curzon Hall, Shahid Minar and Baitul Mukarram Mosque. Continue into Old Dhaka to discover Hossaini Dalan, Lalbagh Fort, Star Mosque, Armenian Church, Ahsan Manzil and Shankhari Bazar, where centuries of history, diverse communities and everyday life come together. End at Sadarghat, experiencing the vibrant Buriganga River waterfront, filled with boats, traders, passengers and local workers. More than sightseeing, this private experience combines history, architecture, religion, commerce and authentic local life. Discover Dhaka through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide and experience the city beyond the usual tourist route.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–5
Guide
English
Written guide
English
Operated by
IRB Tours

Ages: Infants (1–3 years) · Children (4–6 years) · Youth (7–17 years) · Adults (18–60 years) · Seniors (61–75 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: One bottle of mineral water.
  • Included: A Rickshaw and small boat ride.
  • Included: Lunch at a local restaurant with quality food.
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: English speaking guide.
  • Included: All entrance fees during the trip.

Not included

  • Not included: Personal expenses.
  • Not included: Food not mentioned above.
  • Not included: Tips.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    one hour

    Kawran Bazar is a business district and is one of the biggest commodity marketplaces in Dhaka city, the capital of Bangladesh. It is a designated commercial area of the Dhaka North City Corporation. The biggest local Bangladeshi fruits wholesale market is located here.

  2. National Parliament House

    30 min Admission included

    National Parliament Building is the house of the Parliament of Bangladesh, located at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in the Bangladeshi capital of Dhaka. Designed while the country was still part of Pakistan by architect Louis Kahn, the complex is one of the largest legislative complexes in the world, covering 208 acres

  3. Curzon Hall

    30 min Admission included

    The Curzon Hall is a British Raj-era building and home of the Faculty of Sciences at the University of Dhaka, located in Shahbagh. The building was originally intended to be a town hall and is named after Lord Curzon, the Viceroy of India who laid its foundation stone in 1904

  4. Shahid Minar

    30 min Admission included

    The Shaheed Minar is a national monument in Dhaka, Bangladesh, established to commemorate those killed during the Bengali Language Movement demonstrations of 1952 in then East Pakistan

  5. Hoseni Dalan Mosque

    30 min Admission included

    The Hussaini Dalan is an Imambara that was originally built during the later half of the Mughal rule in the 17th century in Dhaka. It was built as the Imambara of the Shia Muslim community

  6. Stop 6

    one hour

    Lalbagh Fort is a fort in the old city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Its name is derived from its neighborhood Lalbagh, which means Red Garden. The term Lalbagh refers to reddish and pinkish architecture from the Mughal period. The original fort was called Fort Aurangabad

  7. Star Mosque (Tara Masjid)

    30 min Admission included

    Star Mosque, is a mosque located in Armanitola area, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The mosque has ornate designs and is decorated with motifs of blue stars. It was built in the first half of the 19th century by Mirza Golam Pir

  8. Armenian Church

    30 min Admission included

    The Armenian Church, also known as Armenian Apostolic Church of the Holy Resurrection, is a historically significant architectural monument situated in the Armanitola area of old Dhaka, Bangladesh.

  9. Baitul Mukarram Mosque

    30 min Admission included

    Baitul Mukarram, also spelled as Baytul Mukarrom, is the National Mosque of Bangladesh. Located at the center of Dhaka, the national capital, the mosque was completed in 1968. It has a capacity of more than 42,000 worshippers.

  10. Ahsan Manzil

    40 min Admission included

    Ahsan Manzil is a palace located in the Kumartoli area of Dhaka, Bangladesh. It was formerly the residence and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka and has been designated an Old Dhaka Heritage Site. It now serves as a museum

  11. Stop 11

    40 min

    Shankhari Bazaar is one of the oldest areas in Old Dhaka broadly known as Shankhari Potti. It stretches along a narrow lane, lined with richly decorated brick buildings, built during the late Mughal or Colonial period.

  12. Sadarghat

    1 h 10 min Admission included

    A lively area of narrow streets crammed with cycle rickshaws, Sadarghat is known for its bustling river port and boat trips along the Buriganga. Then we will do Short Visit in Dhaka Shipyard.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Pearl Hotel
  • Dhaka Golden Inn - Banani'lakeside
  • Park Hyatt Dhaka
  • THE WAY Dhaka
  • The Dhaka Safari
  • Jatra Flagship Dhaka Lake View
  • Hotel Sarina Dhaka
  • Royal Park Hotel Dhaka, a member of Radisson Individuals
  • Platinum Grand
  • Hotel Lake Breeze
  • Unique Regency Hotel
  • The Westin Dhaka

and 22 more pickup points

I Pickup from any of the Hotels in the Dhaka City

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller ratings

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