Old Dhaka Life and Stories Tour

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3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This experience goes beyond landmarks to reveal how Dhaka truly functions - through its rivers, crafts, faiths, and food. Instead of a generic city walk, you explore living neighborhoods, enter historical interiors, interact with artisans, and witness the intense energy of Sadarghat, one of South Asia’s most fascinating river ports. It is immersive, raw, and deeply human - ideal for travelers seeking authenticity rather than surface-level sightseeing.

What's Included

Private transportation
Street food tasting (local snacks)
Entrance ticket
local English-speaking guide
Tips

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Meet your driver in the hotel lobby 30 minutes before departure

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Star Mosque (Tara Masjid)

    Begin at one of Dhaka’s most visually striking mosques, famous for its blue star mosaics and porcelain decoration. Your guide explains how Islamic architecture in Bengal absorbed local artistic traditions, setting the tone for understanding Dhaka’s layered identity.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Cox's Bazar

    Walk through one of the oldest continuously inhabited streets in the city. Colorful houses, shell-makers’ workshops, temples, and daily rituals unfold in extremely narrow lanes, offering an intense, authentic view of Old Dhaka life.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Ahsan Manzil

    Visit the iconic Pink Palace, former residence of Dhaka’s Nawabs. Inside, learn how Mughal, British, and Bengali elites shaped the city’s politics, trade, and architecture.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Dhaka City

    Taste legendary local snacks such as Old Dhaka biryani, bakarkhani bread, or seasonal sweets. Your guide explains food traditions, ingredients, and cultural rules around eating in Dhaka.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    Experience one of the busiest river ports in the world. Watch cargo boats, ferries, and daily river commerce that still powers Dhaka’s economy. Optional short boat ride on the Buriganga River (weather and conditions permitting).

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Rahat

Tags

Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Architecture Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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