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Tour Duration: 18 Days / 17 Nights
Location: Dhaka, Barisal, Bagerhat, Sundarban, Rajshahi, Sreemangal, Sylhet, Chittagong & Cox’s Bazar
Tour Attractions: Wildlife, Nature, Archaeology, Beaches, and Life in Bangladesh
Best time to go: October – March
Tour Availability: Year Round / Thursday Start
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Photo of 18-day Express Bangladesh Tour to visit every corner of Bangladesh in a short period
Price: From $3,195 US per person

Visit every corner of Bangladesh in a short time, including all three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Experience life in the heart of the Ganges Delta in Barisal, megacity Dhaka, port city Chittagong, and border city Sylhet. Explore the magnificent archaeological sites in Rajshahi, Dinajpur, Bagerhat, and Sonargaon. Enjoy the tranquility of the majestic Sundarbans mangrove forest and Lawachara National Park while searching for their numerous wildlife. Wonder in the endless tea plantations of Sreemangal and the serene beaches of Cox’s Bazar stretching to eternity. It is the perfect tour to cover a vast area of Bangladesh and experience its highlights in a short time that you can not cover traveling independently.

Starting in the center of the country, visiting the megacity Dhaka, one of the most densely populated cities in the world full of activities and an excellent place for street photography, you’ll take an overnight passenger ferry to the southwest region in Barisal and spend a whole day experiencing life in the Ganges Delta, the largest river delta in the word, where life is based on water. See the numerous archaeological mosques in the historic 15th-century city of Bagerhat, including the famous Sixty Dome Mosque. Spend three days inside the magical Sundarban mangrove forest, home of the illusive Bengal tigers, searching for its wildlife, birds, and river dolphins and enjoying its tranquility.

Moving to the northwest region, you’ll explore some of the best archaeological sites in Bangladesh. You’ll see the dilapidating Hindu temples of Puthia built during the British colonial period in the 18th & 19th centuries, Bagha and Kusumba Mosque – beautiful terracotta and stone-built mosques from the 16th century witnessing the Sultanate rule in Bengal, Somapura Mahavihara – the second largest Buddhist monastery south of the Himalayas from the 8th century, Mahasthangarh – the oldest known city in Bangladesh dating back to at least the 3rd century B.C., and the magnificent Kantajew Temple – the most beautiful terracotta Hindu temple in Bangladesh from the 18th-century.

Afterward, move to the northeastern region of Sreemangal and Sylhet and enjoy the endless tea plantations, explore the Lawachhara National Park in search of the endangered Hulluck Gibbons, taste the sensational seven-layer tea, ride a boat on the blue-water canal Lalakhal and see the massive stone collection activities in the border town Jaflong in the footstep of the hills of Meghalaya in India.

Afterward, move to the southeast region to Chittagong and Cox’s Bazar, visiting the old capital Sonargaon on the way. Visit the vibrant fishing port and the World War II Cemetary in Chittagong. Enjoy the popular beaches in Cox’s Bazar and see how the locals enjoy their holiday there. Then, enjoy some remote beaches outside the reach of tourists and see the fishing activities there. Also, visit Bangladesh’s largest dry fishing yards, where thousands of people are involved in the fishing industry. And see the busy fishing port of Cox’s Bazar, the largest sea-fishing hub in Bangladesh and an excellent place for photography before heading back to Dhaka.

This tour covers vast areas in Bangladesh within a short period, which no independent traveler can cover. It will take you to visit every corner of Bangladesh in a short time and show the country’s highlights. If you want to see the best sites and attractions of the whole of Bangladesh on one trip within a short time, Express Bangladesh is the perfect tour for you!

We will run only one group tour each year, which you can join to reduce costs. Seats are limited to only 12—book in advance to secure your place. Book ahead to get an early-bird discount and reduce your costs further. Solo travelers can share rooms with total same-sex strangers to save costs. They can also book a Single Supplement if they need private rooms. Private tours are also available to book anytime outside our schedule. Contact us now for a detailed tour itinerary and secure your place!

Tour Highlights

  • Visit all three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Bangladesh.
  • Experience life in the megacity Dhaka, one the most highly densely populated cities in the world, full of photo opportunities.
  • Enjoy the magical Sundarbans Mangrove Forest by staying three days on a houseboat and searching for its wildlife.
  • Experience life in the Ganges Delta in Barisal by visiting its floating markets, bazaars, villages, schools, and brick kilns.
  • Explore the historic mosques, temples, palaces, ancient cities, and Buddhist monasteries in Rajshahi, which are some of the best archaeological sites in Bangladesh.
  • See the historic mosque in the world heritage city Bagerhat.
  • Enjoy the tea plantations of Sreemangal, taste the 7-Layer Tea, and hike in its Lawachhara National Park, searching for the endangered Hulluck Gibbons.
  • Experience the massive stone collection activities and enjoy boat ride on a blue-water canal on the footstep of the Khasi hills of India.
  • Visit the abandoned city Panam Nagar in the old capital, Sonargaon.
  • See the mind-blowing fishing activities in Chittagong and Cox’s Bazar by visiting its fishing ports and dry fishing yards.
  • Enjoy the serene beaches of Cox’s Bazar stretching to eternity.

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Itinerary of Express Bangladesh

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Price of Express Bangladesh

$250 US per person off-season discount for everyone to book from April to September.

Inclusions and Exclusions

Tour includes:
  • All airport transfers in Bangladesh.
  • All internal flights.
  • All accommodation in hotels and boat cabins as mentioned in the itinerary with complimentary breakfast on a twin sharing basis.
  • $115 US per person forest permit fee for Sundarban.
  • All meals, drinking water, tea, and coffee while on the boat at Sundarban for three days.
  • An air-conditioned car, driver, and an English-speaking guide.
  • Sleeping cabin on a traditional passenger ferry to Barisal on a twin-sharing basis.
  • All boat rides.
  • All entrance tickets.
  • Before departure, take to the Covid-19 testing center in Dhaka to provide the sample and collect the report if necessary.
  • All tips except our guide, drivers, and boat crew in Sundarban and Barisal.

Does not include:
  • Any food or drinks other than those mentioned above.
  • $25 US fee for video camera in Sundarban (if any).
  • Any personal item.

Upcoming Group Tours

Departure DatesTotal PlacesAvailable PlacesEarly-Bird Discounts
Jan 2-19, 2025128+$250 US pp Until Jul 2, 2023 (Ended).
$150 US pp Until Jan 2, 2024 (Ended).
$50 US pp Until Jul 2, 2024.
Jan 8-25, 2026128+$250 US pp Until Jul 8, 2024.
$150 US pp Until Jan 8, 2025.
$50 US pp Until Jul 8, 2025.
* Also available to book group and private tours anytime outside this schedule.

FAQS on Our Bangladesh Holiday Packages

What is the best time to visit Bangladesh with a Nijhoom Holiday Package?

The best time to visit Bangladesh is during the dry season, which runs from October to March. During this time, the weather is pleasant, and you can enjoy outdoor activities and sightseeing without the inconvenience of heavy rainfall or extreme heat. However, Nijhoom offers tours year-round, so you can choose a package that suits your preferences and schedule.

What are the accommodation options for solo travelers?

Solo travelers can share rooms with a same-sex stranger to reduce cost or have private rooms by booking a Single Supplement.

What kind of meals are included in the Nijhoom Bangladesh Holiday Packages?

Nijhoom Bangladesh Holiday Packages generally include complimentary breakfast from the hotels. Lunch and dinner are not included. If a hotel does not provide complimentary breakfast, we'll take you to a local restaurant for breakfast, which is included in the tours. All meals, tea, coffee, and drinking water are included for the three days in Sundarbans. Lunch with locally purchased fruits is included on the boat in Barisal.

Are vegetarian and vegan meals available on Nijhoom Bangladesh Holiday Packages?

Vegetarian and vegan meals will be available in restaurants in Bangladesh. However, options will be limited for vegan meals. You'll find more options in Western restaurants for this kind of meal. Vegetarian and vegan meals will not be a problem on our boat in Sundarbans. Our cook will prepare some delicious dishes for you. If you are a vegan, it will be good to always carry some food with you.

Is alcohol available in Bangladesh?

Foreigners are legally allowed to buy alcohol in Bangladesh. There are many bars and warehouses around the country, run by the government and private companies, where you can purchase alcohol by showing your foreign passport. The cost of a can of beer will be about $3 US.

Is an on-arrival visa available in Bangladesh?

Yes. Citizens of the EU, UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and many other countries can get a visa on arrival for a maximum duration of 30 days.

Is on-arrival visa resumed after the pandemic?

Yes, it is.

What is the fee for an on-arrival visa?

$51 US, including taxes.

Do you provide visa assistance?

Yes, we do. We'll provide all the necessary paperwork for your on-arrival visa if you book a Bangladesh Holiday Package with us.

Can I book a tour outside your schedule?

Absolutely. You can book a tour anytime outside our schedule. The price for that will be based on your group size. Once you book a tour and other people join the tour later, your cost will be reduced accordingly. We need a 25% deposit to book our Bangladesh Holiday Packages.

Can I book a private tour?

Sure. If you are a group of at least two people, you can book a private tour any time of the year. If you are a solo traveler, you can book a private tour only from April to September.

How can I reduce costs on your Bangladesh holiday packages?

You can reduce costs on our Bangladesh holiday packages by joining our group tours in long advance. You can get an early-bird discount for that. Also, you can get a massive off-season discount by booking from April to September.

Are the permits to visit the Chittagong Hill Tracts resumed after the pandemic?

Yes, they did. We are among the very few listed tour operators for the Chittagong Hill Tracts and can arrange a permit anytime. Arranging the Chittagong Hill Tracts permits is included in all of our Bangladesh holiday packages that include the Chittagong Hill Tracts area.

Where can I find your scheduled group tour list?

You can find a complete list of our scheduled Bangladesh holiday packages in 2024-2026 here: https://nijhoom.com/schedule/

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