Days
Day Tour
Full Day
Old Dhaka
Sept-April
02 People
Not Included
Private Car
Included
Full Time
English, Hindi
12-80 Years
Moderate
Included
Dhaka
Dhaka
Dhaka is not just a capital — it’s a collision of centuries, cultures, and colours. Mughal forts and pink palaces rise beside bustling bazaars; temple bells echo against the call to prayer; and the hum of half a million rickshaw bells fills the air like a city-wide symphony.
On this private, full-day journey, you’ll slip into Old Dhaka’s historic backstreets, where spice-laden lanes, hidden courtyards, and sari-draped balconies reveal a city within a city. Cruise the Buriganga River past a living tapestry of ferries, wooden boats, and warehouses, and marvel at landmarks that define the city’s soul — from the Mughal-era Lalbagh Fort to the glittering Pink Palace (Ahsan Manzil) and the ornate Star Mosque.
💡 Pro Tip: Because this is a private tour, you set the rhythm — linger over tea with locals, pause for photos where the light is perfect, or take a spontaneous detour into a bazaar. Dhaka unfolds just for you.
Your guide and private car will pick you up at your hotel. Before diving into Old Dhaka, we pause at the National Assembly Building — a striking piece of modernist architecture by Louis Kahn, considered one of the most significant buildings of the 20th century. Its monumental geometric shapes and tranquil lake surroundings offer incredible photography opportunities. Most travellers never stop here — but with us, you do.
Next, step inside the Dhakeshwari National Temple, the city’s principal Hindu temple and a living place of worship. Candles flicker, bells ring, and the smell of incense lingers in the air. Here, you’ll witness how Dhaka’s Hindu community practices daily rituals — a powerful contrast to the city’s Hindu temples.
Walk into the 17th-century Lalbagh Fort, an atmospheric Mughal citadel that was mysteriously left unfinished. Stroll through gardens, admire the mosque and tomb, and hear the story of Pari Bibi, the governor’s daughter, whose untimely death halted construction. Foreigners love the sense of “what might have been” here — it’s both beautiful and tragic.
Swap the car for a rickshaw, the city’s iconic three-wheeled ride. Your driver weaves through Chawk Bazaar, one of Asia’s busiest wholesale markets. Narrow lanes burst with smells of spices, street food frying in giant woks, and traders shouting prices. It’s not just a ride — it’s a time-travel into Dhaka’s everyday life.
Tucked in an alley, the Star Mosque shines with unique chini-tikri (broken ceramic) mosaics — a style rarely seen elsewhere in the Islamic world. Its celestial design of blue stars on white tiles is dazzling, and few tourists find it without a guide. For photographers, it’s a must-capture moment.
No Dhaka experience is complete without Biryani. At our trusted Old Dhaka restaurant, you’ll taste the city’s signature dish — saffron rice, tender meat, and subtle spices — in the same way locals have for generations. Hygienic, authentic, and unforgettable. Vegetarian or lighter options are available too.
Step into the quiet courtyard of the Armenian Church (1781), where the tombstones of merchants whisper stories of Dhaka’s cosmopolitan past. Here you’ll see another layer of Dhaka — a city once bustling with Armenians, Greeks, and Europeans, all leaving their marks.
The Pink Palace, once the residence of the Nawabs of Dhaka, is one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Its riverside grandeur and royal interiors reveal a lifestyle of colonial opulence. Walking its halls feels like stepping back into the 19th century, when Dhaka was known as the “Paris of the East.”
At Shankhari Bazaar, a labyrinth of lanes lined with Hindu artisan workshops. Here, families have crafted ornaments, conch bangles, and idols for centuries. The smell of incense, the sight of painted deities, and the hum of artisans at work create an atmosphere foreigners rarely encounter elsewhere in Asia.
Brace yourself for the chaos of Sadarghat River Port, where hundreds of wooden boats, ferries, and launches jostle for space. It’s one of the world’s busiest river ports, yet it’s raw, authentic, and mesmerising. With your guide, step onto a private wooden boat for a short ride — a window into Dhaka’s lifeblood, where families live, trade, and travel by water.
As sunset falls, you’re dropped back at your hotel, full of images, sounds, and tastes that most travellers only dream of experiencing in one day.
Tour Price| Number of Travellers | Cost Per Travellers ($) | Total Cost ($) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Person | 3,480 | 3,480 |
| 2 Persons | 2,550 | 5,100 |
| 3 Persons | 2,100 | 6,300 |
| 4 Persons | 1,740 | 6,960 |
🛶 Private Only – never join strangers.
💰 Best Price Guarantee – no agents, no hidden costs.
🛑 No Shopping Detours – pure sightseeing, not wasting time.
🌏 Expert English-Speaking Guides who understand Western travelers.
🕰️ Flexible Pacing – you decide where to linger.
Reserve your Private Dhaka City Tour today.
Get in touch with us anytime for a quick quote and custom tweaks.
📧 info@panoramabangladesh.com | 📱 WhatsApp: +880 1617-592863
Day Tour
Full Day
Old Dhaka
Sept-April
02 People
Not Included
Private Car
Included
Full Time
English, Hindi
12-80 Years
Moderate
Included
Dhaka
Dhaka