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Full-Day Dhaka City Tour: Exploring History, Culture and Lifestyle
4.7
29 Ratings
Dhaka City
Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has a rich history and diverse culture. A guided, full-day tour is the best way to explore the city’s attractions and most important sights. On this 8-hour tour, you’ll learn about the history, traditions, and current lifestyle in Dhaka.
*The itinerary and tourist spots are subject to change.
Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has a rich history and diverse culture. A guided, full-day tour is the best way to explore the city’s attractions and most important sights. On this 8-hour tour, you’ll learn about the history, traditions, and current lifestyle in Dhaka.
*The itinerary and tourist spots are subject to change.
Duration:
8 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Sadarghat - Sadarghat is a major transportation hub and river port situated on the banks of the Buriganga River in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. It is one of the busiest and most iconic locations in Dhaka, acting as a gateway to the city’s river transport system. The river port at Sadarghat is constantly bustling with river traffic, making it…
- Sadarghat - Sadarghat is a major transportation hub and river port situated on the banks of the Buriganga River in Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. It is one of the busiest and most iconic locations in Dhaka, acting as a gateway to the city’s river transport system. The river port at Sadarghat is constantly bustling with river traffic, making it a lively and dynamic area.
- Ahsan Manzil - Once the residence of the Nawab of Dhaka, Ahsan Manzil is now recognized as an Old Dhaka Heritage Site and functions as a museum. Visitors are responsible for the entrance fee if they wish to explore it. Closed on Thursdays, open Fridays from 03:00 pm to 07:00 pm.
- Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection - The Armenian Church in Dhaka, also known as the Armenian Church of the Holy Resurrection, is a historic church located in the old city. It stands as a testament to the Armenian community’s presence and contributions to Dhaka’s history.
- Star Mosque (Tara Masjid) - Star Mosque is located in the Armanitola area of Dhaka, featuring ornate designs and decorated with blue star motifs.
- Dhakeshwari Temple - The Dhakeshwari Temple, also known as Dhakeshwari Jatiya Mandir, is a prominent Hindu temple in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is regarded as one of the most important and revered temples in the country.
- Lalbag Fort - Lalbagh Fort, also known as Fort Aurangabad, is a historic fort in the old part of Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is a significant architectural landmark and a popular tourist attraction. Constructed in the 17th century by Prince Muhammad Azam, son of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb, the fort was left incomplete due to unforeseen circumstances and never reached its intended grandeur. Visiting Lalbagh Fort offers insight into the history, architecture, and cultural heritage of Dhaka. It provides a peaceful and picturesque escape from the bustling city and serves as a reminder of Bangladesh’s Mughal past. Closed on Sundays, open Mondays from 02:00 pm to 05:00 pm.
- Curzon Hall - Curzon Hall is an iconic building on the University of Dhaka campus in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is one of the country’s most renowned architectural landmarks, holding historical and cultural significance. Curzon Hall and the entire university are must-see destinations in Dhaka, offering much to see and learn.
- Shahid Minar - This monument was erected to honor the martyrs of the historic Language Movement of 1952.
- Nilket - A vast market for second-hand books, printing presses, seals, banners, computer graphics designers, street foods, and more.
- New Market - Dhaka New Market, also known as New Market or New Market Shopping Complex, is a bustling commercial area and one of the oldest and most popular shopping destinations in Dhaka, Bangladesh. It is a must-visit for shoppers in Dhaka. Closed on Tuesdays, open Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 02:00 pm.
What's Included
- Entrance Fees included
- Complimentary hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Bottled water provided
- Traditional rickshaw ride
- Lunch provided
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Local transport via Uber-type car service, Tuktuk, and Rickshaw
- Entrance Fees included
- Complimentary hotel pick-up & drop-off
- Bottled water provided
- Traditional rickshaw ride
- Lunch provided
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Local transport via Uber-type car service, Tuktuk, and Rickshaw
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses and expenses that are not mentioned here.
- Personal expenses and expenses that are not mentioned here.
Additional Information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The itinerary, food, and tourist spots are subject to change.
- Tour is customizable, so please advise of any specific attractions you would like to prioritize or see first
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The itinerary, food, and tourist spots are subject to change.
- Tour is customizable, so please advise of any specific attractions you would like to prioritize or see first
Location
Sadarghat
Buriganga Riverfront,
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(29 Ratings)
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D2972wcannap
May 7, 2025
A great trip to Dhaka's sights - A great trip to the most interesting sights of Dhaka with a superb guide, Amin, very knowledgeable and informative. All went smooth, highly recommended.
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Stephen_k
Nov 7, 2024
Excellent Old Dhaka Tour - Jobayer was an excellent guide and the driver made us feel very safe. Jobayer was very knowledgeable about all the sites and we learnt so much about the history of Bangladesh and Old Dhaka
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Ximena_c
Apr 23, 2024
Great way to discover Dhaka - Excelent tour - Great way to get an idea of dhaka & experience like a local.
My guide FIROZ was super kind & to ok excelent care of me.
Fully recomended.
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Philgiles
Nov 27, 2023
Great experience made our visit - 1st, we did the one day old Dhaka trip, which took us right into the bustling heart of the city, a total change from the more western Ghuslam area where we stayed. We were virtually the only westerners in this massive, chaotic market. But the locals were really engaging and friendly. Also saw the obligatory mosque, Hindu temple & Fort. It was a hectic but throughly enjoyable day. So much so that we did another tour 2 days later to Sonargaon the old capital. It was lovely to get away from the chaos of Dhaka and enjoy a little bit of tranquillity. Our guide, Amin, was a lovely guy, knowledgeable and with a great sense of humour. If you get the option, ask for him. Although I'm sure the other guides are equally good :))
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B8005kiandrewm
Nov 19, 2023
Absolutely Amazing! - Great value for money with Imran on this day tour, which was absolutely brilliant. So many wonderful places to visit within Old Dhaka, and Imran went out of his way to accommodate my desire for coffee and hunting down specific souvenirs, as well!
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C9722dnkevine
Jul 7, 2023
Wild and wonderful Dhaka - What a great trip! Mahbub was an excellent host very knowledgeable about the history of Dhaka. Enjoyed riding the rickshaw getting a up close and personal touch to the sites and sounds of the city. This a great trip for someone with limited time trying to see the main attractions in Dhaka. A wonderful experience with lasting memories.
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Inna2432q
Jun 19, 2023
Excellent experience - Tour guide Moon was so educated with excellent English...was so happy to learn about history and life of local people from him...he is very positive so I had so good impression....recommend...I was happy that agency contacts me and organised everything perfectly
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Syukriman
Sep 25, 2023
Completely one day tour in Dakha - Excellent tour if you only have one day in Dhaka. My guide was really friendly and attentive. The tour is very personal and I was given options according to what I wanted to see and experience.
Initially, our plan was to tour Dhaka for two days and order via Viator. Flight schedules change. The first day was canceled because there were no flights from Kuululumpur to Dhaka on the itinarary that we had booked. We decided to make the most of 1 day, because the next tour schedule cannot be changed. Arrived at the hotel early in the morning and was picked up at 08.00 by Mr. Firoz as per info from Modhu. The tour schedule can be carried out on time including a very satisfying lunch.
We visited all the main highlights including the Armenian church, Dhakeshwari temple, star mousque, old city, univercity of Dhaka and after that Lalbagh Fort.
We finish the tour and back to hotel at about 04.00 pm
My guide Firoz was perfect . He was very friendly and made the teip very easy for us. He kept asking if we were oke, given that was extremely very hot and humid.
This a great trip for someone and limited time traying to see the main attraction in Dhaka.
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963macarenad
Jun 13, 2023
Interesting way to visit Dhaka - Interesting way to visit Dhaka. Very good information from the guide Al Amin. It was just me in the tour. The guide contacted me in advance to set up the pick up time. I assumed we were going to travel by car to the different locations, but due to Dhaka traffic we ended up taking TukTuk and rickshaws. Be ready for the adventure! The sites visited were okay. We had to cut our visit short due to heavy rainfall.
This trip is not worth the USD 87 I paid for at all! My recommendation is not to accept the admission to the places. I feel it is way overpriced.
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Chiraz_b
Jul 25, 2023
Modhu tours, an unprofessional company. Not recommended - I do not wish to recommend this company at all. The driver never came to the hotel as expected. The tour guide came on his own. We both waited for the driver that has never showed up the whole day. I was deep inside very upset to be solo, to pay double the amount of a tour…89 dollars, this is what we call stealing especially that I was aware of the prices in Bangladesh, a very cheap country and not be treated for what I paid for. I would like to be reimbursed half of my money. I was waiting under the heat. This company is unprofessional. At the end of the day, I felt I did not get for what I paid for. I have the right to complain. I was not happy at all!!!!!
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