Discover Bangladesh

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This intoxicating trip offers fantastic experiences in a destination largely unexplored by foreign tourists. Outside the chaotic cities we discover the country's true beauty; including the lush tea plantations and rainforest around Srimongal, the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Paharpur and Bagerhat, as well as two days spent exploring the wilderness of Su...

Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate

Highlights

    • Journey through Sundarbans National Park
    • Visit a traditional Garo village
    • Explore Buddhist monastery ruins at Paharpur

What's this trip about?

    This intoxicating trip offers fantastic experiences in a destination largely unexplored by foreign tourists. Outside the chaotic cities we discover the country's true beauty; including the lush tea plantations and rainforest around Srimongal, the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Paharpur and Bagerhat, as well as two days spent exploring the wilderness of Sundarbans National Park, the largest mangrove forest on Earth. Bangladesh truly is an adventure, only made more heart-warming by the welcoming people.Journey through this fascinating destination largely unexplored by tourists

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 16 people
Age range16 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityOperator does not provide
End CityOperator does not provide

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 6

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 16

Itinerary

Travel Map
Land Only

Day 1 Start Dhaka.

The trip starts in Dhaka today. Those on the group flights from London will be met at the airport and transferred to the hotel. * Standard Hotel*

Day 2 Drive to Srimongal; visit Manipuri Para and a tea cabin for some seven layer tea.

We leave Dhaka after breakfast and drive to Srimongal, the centre of Bangladesh's thriving tea industry. The drive is fairly long (approx. 7 hours, 200km) but the lively towns we pass through as we make our way from Dhaka's lowland plains to the rolling forested h...

Day 3 Walk in Lawachhara rainforest and visit Khashia village; afternoon visit Madhabpur Lake.

Although the area around Srimongal has lots of tea and rubber plantations, it also features large tracts of rainforest, and this morning we head to Lawachara National Park for a three hour forest walk. There are plenty of birds in the forest, as well as macaques, ...

Day 4 Transfer to Mymensingh.

This morning we have a long drive (approx. 6-7 hours, 220km) to the friendly town of Mymensingh, set on the banks of the Brahmaputra. There is some lovely photo stops en route, with fishing nets and rice drying out on the roadside. We'll also have a lunch stop en route. In the late afternoon, there is an optional walk through the lively local markets to the river bank. * Standard Hotel*

Day 5 Drive to Bogra via the historical Zamindar palace complex and Madhabpur Forest N.P.

Historically, much of Bangladesh was controlled by local aristocrats known as Zamindars, and this morning we visit a large palace complex just outside the city which was home to a Zamindar family. The drive is approx. 45 mins. The palace, now abandoned, features b...

Day 6 Visit Paharpur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Mahasthangarh, a citadel city from at least the 3rd century BC.

We spend a full day exploring two of the most important historic sites in Bangladesh - the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Paharpur and the citadel of Mahastangarh. Paharpur is one of the best known and best preserved Buddhist monasteries in southern Asia, and we sp...

Day 7 To Kushtia via the palaces and temples of Puthia.

Today we leave Bogra and drive for approx. 2-3 hrs to Puthia, home to a collection of Hindu temples and palaces built by the Zamindars of nearby Rajashahi in the 19th century. Particularly notable are the grand Govinda temple, with its graceful terracotta ornament...

Day 8 Sightseeing around Kushtia; transfer to Khulna.

We spend the morning exploring Kushtia and its surroundings, including a visit to the mausoleum of Lalon Fakir, a renowned saint, mystic and songwriter who influenced many local and international poets, including Beat poet Allen Ginsberg. In the afternoon we drive for approx. 5-6 hrs to the city of Khulna, gateway to the Sundarbans. * Standard Hotel*

Day 9-10 Cruise into Sundarbans N.P.; explore by small country boat and on foot.

We drive to Mongla for approx. 1.5 hrs to board our vessel. We'll be able to see prawn fisheries on the roadside and betel leaf plantations en route. We spend the next two days exploring the Sundarbans National Park by specially built cruise boat and smaller count...

Day 11 Admire the wildlife on the banks of the river whilst cruising back to Mongla. Drive to Khulna and visit the Sixty Domed Mosque at Bagerhat.

We continue our journey through the Sundarbans today, with a half-day of cruising the backwaters and creeks as we make our way slowly back to Mongla. From here we drive back to Khulna, where we arrive in the late afternoon. If there is time in the afternoon, we m...

Day 12 To Dhaka.

This morning we set off on a long journey (approx. 9 -10 hrs, 205km) to Dhaka - the drive includes a fascinating 2 hr ferry crossing of the Padma River as we near the capital. Tea and snacks are available to buy at the ghats whilst you wait for the ferry, as well as on board. * Standard Hotel*

Day 13 Dhaka sightseeing including the Liberation War Museum and the Shaheed Minar, a memorial to commemorate the Bengali Language Movement of 1952.

Today we have a full day tour of Dhaka. The mix of cultures in Bangladesh is evident as we visit the 11th century Dakeshwari Hindu temple and the 17th century Lalbagh Fort, an unfinished yet still imposing Mughal fort complex. We also learn about the country's more...

Day 14 End Dhaka.

Those on the flight inclusive package will depart for the airport this morning for the daytime flight back to London; Land Only arrangements will finish after check-out from the hotel. **

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Last Updated: 7/16/2018

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It is all about adventure. That is what Exodus was founded upon and what the company is still all about. Discovering countries, cultures, environments, cities, mountain ranges, deserts, coasts and jungles; exploring this amazing planet we all live on.

At Exodus, we know what makes you tick when it comes to holidays. It’s a desire shared by so many others. A yearning to visit new places and come home with a real sense of what they’re all about. This means delving into local traditions, cultures, cuisine, lifestyles – anything that contributes to its unique identity. At the same time, we always remember that we are only guests. So we travel courteously and respectfully, in smaller groups to minimise our impact, to ensure that every Exodus holiday is a beneficial experience for everyone involved.

This is a philosophy we take with us around the world, helping you reach some incredible destinations on 500 itineraries across over 90 separate countries. We also strive to provide as much flexibility and choice as we possibly can, making it simple for you to experience a very different holiday.

Exodus started life on 4 February 1974 when two friends got together to provide an overland truck to travel to the Minaret of Jam, deep in the heart of the Hindu Kush, the most inaccessible of the world’s great monuments.

All our office staff have a passion for travel and adventure, and between us we’ve notched up experience that spans 171 different countries. That’s not all. In their former lives, our team members have been professional archaeologists, wildlife guides, overland drivers, mountain leaders, diving and ski specialists and mountain bike gurus – so no-one is better placed to create tours that appeal to a wide range of specialist interests.

Their care in putting all the details in place really shines through too. Extensive planning, research, fact-finding and training are a sign of our commitment to providing a holiday where your enjoyment, value for money and safety come first. It’s a telling reason why we remain one of the leading worldwide adventure tour companies. It is no exaggeration to say that our tour leaders can make a world of difference to the enjoyment of your holiday – so we choose them carefully. The result is that, in 2013, 93% of our clients stated that their leader exceeded their expectations. Where possible, we train and employ local leaders because they can provide invaluable insights that enrich the trip. What’s more, this investment in local staff really helps us benefit both them and their community.

Why we love this operator
With a wide range of trip styles, Exodus caters to every type of traveler out there- even those with specific interests from cycling to winter hiking.
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Global trips to a wide array of destinations with a focus on themed adventures, exciting physical activities and learning about local cultures.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • Travel insurance
    • Single accommodation (available on request) excludes nights in the Sundarbans
    • Visas or vaccinations

Accommodation

11 nights hotels, all en suite, plus 2 nights on a boat cruising in the Sundarbans, shared facilities Travel by private air-conditioned bus Additional travel by boat A busy itinerary with some long journeys
Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of the tour operator - Exodus Travels.

If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel a confirmed booking you must notify Travelstride in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received in writing by Travelstride and will be effective from the date on which we receive it.

If You Cancel Your Holiday
You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. Written notification from the lead name or your travel agent must be received at our offices. 

Since we incur costs in canceling your travel arrangements, you will have to pay cancellation charges as follows (see also the exceptions below): 

  • More than 42 days - No cancellation fee. Deposit can be transferred to a new booking departing within 2 years of date of travel of original booking. Any remaining balance will be refundedThis excludes all non-refundable costs as set out in clause 4 above (for example international and domestic flights and local services).
  • Between 41 and 21 days (inclusive) - No cancellation fee. Balance and deposit can be transferred to a new booking departing within 2 years of date of travel of original bookingThis excludes all non-refundable costs as further explained in clause 4 above (for example international and domestic flights and local services).
  • Between 20 and 15 days (inclusive) - 80% of the holiday cost
  • 14 days or less; or failure to join the holiday (inclusive) - 100% of the holiday cost

Certain trips may involve different cancellation charges; you will be advised if this is applicable to your holiday during the booking process.For Polar holidays, the following cancellation charges will be made for all Polar holidays. Period before departure in which you notify us: 

Cancelation charge

  • More than 133 days - Deposit only
  • 133 days or less (or failure to join the holiday) (inclusive) - 100% of the holiday cost

Notes (i) Your deposit is non-refundable, even if the cancellation charge calculated is lower than the deposit amount paid; (ii) If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges; (iii) certain travel arrangements may be subject to higher cancellation charges and could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements from the moment the booking is confirmed.

If You Change Your Booking

If, after our Booking Confirmation has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, for example your chosen departure date or accommodation, we will do our utmost to make these changes but it may not always be possible. Any request for changes to be made must be in writing from the lead name or your travel agent. You will be asked to pay an administration charge of $60, and any further cost we incur in making this alteration (including those charged by third party suppliers who provide the component parts of your booking).  You should be aware that these costs could increase the closer to the departure date that changes are made and you should contact us as soon as possible. Note: Certain travel arrangements may not be changeable after a reservation has been made and any alteration request could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.

You can transfer your booking to another person, who satisfies all the conditions that apply to this booking, by giving us notice in writing at least 7 days before departure provided that the new lead passenger accepts the transfer and these Terms and Conditions. Both you and the new traveler are responsible for paying all costs we incur in making the transfer. Please bear in mind that certain airlines and other transport providers treat changes as a cancellation and charge accordingly, up to 100% of the cost for that part of the arrangement. Where applicable these charges will be passed on to you.

If We Cancel Your Booking

Exodus reserves the right to cancel an itinerary before departure for any reason whatsoever, including too few participants ,logistical problems, a Force Majeure Event (as defined in Section 8), or any other circumstances that may make operation of the trip inadvisable. All trip payments received will be promptly refunded, and this refund will be the limit of Exodus’s liability without any further obligation on Exodus’s part. Exodus is not responsible for any expenses incurred by trip members in preparing for the trip, including non-refundable or penalty-carrying airline tickets, special clothing, visa or passport fees, or other trip-related expenses.

If We Change Your Booking

  1. Changes to the price. We can change your holiday price after you’ve booked, only in certain circumstances. Changes in the price of the carriage of passengers resulting from changes to the cost of fuel or other power sources, the level of taxes or fees imposed by third parties including tourist taxes, landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports, or exchange rates mean that the price of your travel arrangements may change after you have booked.

  2. Changes other than the price. It is a term of your booking that we are able to make changes to any aspect of your booking. If the change is insignificant, we will ensure that you are notified about it. Examples of insignificant changes include alteration of your accommodation to another of the same or higher standard. If we are forced by circumstances beyond our control to alter significantly any of the main characteristics of the travel services that make up your package you will have the rights set out below.

    2.1 - We will contact you and you will have the choice of accepting the change or having a refund of all monies paid. You can also accept an alternative holiday, where we offer one (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). We will tell you the procedure for making your choice. Please read any notification of changes carefully and respond promptly as if you do not respond to us within the timescale given your booking may be canceled.

    2.2 - If you choose to accept a refund then that is the only liability we have and we will not be liable for any further sums, compensation or otherwise and you are advised to adequately insure yourselves against cancellation for any reason

Please note that insurance premiums and amendments charges are not refundable in any circumstances. 

Once you have put down a deposit for a tour, you are unable to cancel and re-book within a promotional period and we reserve the right to amend the pricing on any new booking you make within that time. If you cancel a tour and book the same tour under a promotional code, we reserve the right to decline the booking.

Important Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended after they have been confirmed and any alteration or cancellation could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements in addition to the charge above.

If the reason for your cancellation is covered under the terms of your insurance policy, you may be able to reclaim these charges.

Where possible, we will deduct the cancellation charge(s) from any monies you have already paid to us.

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of TruTravels at the following web address: https://www.exodustravels.com/us/about-exodus/exodus-booking-conditions.

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Meals Included
Breakfast: * All breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners included * All accommodation * Transfer for group flights
Age Requirements
16 years and up
Additional Information
  • 11 nights hotels all en suite, 2 nights on a boat with shared facilities
  • Group normally 6 to 16, plus leader and guide. Min age 16yrs
  • Travel by air-conditioned private bus and boat
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