BANGLADESH

Dates: September 18 – 25, 2024

Duration: 8 days / 7 nights

Number of participants: 6 – 12

Cost per person:

• 2 090 USD for 11 – 12 participants, or
• 2 250 USD for 9 – 10 participants, or
• 2 450 USD for 6 – 8 participants.

Early Booking Discount 10% (in case you book before April 18th, 2024)

Everything is included, except for:

• International flights to and from Dhaka
• Medical insurance
• Bangladesh visa (for Russian citizens obtainable upon arrival, cost 51 USD).

Estimated cost of round-trip flights Moscow – Dhaka – Moscow: approximately 800 USD. Estimated cost of round-trip flights Dubai/Abu Dhabi/Sharjah – Dhaka – Dubai/Abu Dhabi/Sharjah: starting from 450 USD.

Single supplement in hotels: 240 USD (provided at hotels throughout the itinerary).

Single supplement on the boat: 40 USD (single accommodation on the boat is subject to availability and not guaranteed).




TRAVEL PROGRAM: Tour to Bangladesh


Day 1. September 18, 2024 (Wednesday). DHAKA

Arrival in Dhaka, transfer to Nascent Gardenia Residence hotel. Free time, overnight stay at the hotel.

Meals included: No
Accommodation: Nascent Gardenia Residence

*Recommended flights to Dhaka:
- Air Arabia, flight G9 510, departure from Sharjah at 14:05, arrival in Dhaka at 20:55, or
- Air India, flight AI-237, departure from Delhi, India at 17:00, arrival in Dhaka at 19:00,
- Biman Bangladesh Airlines, flight BG-398, departure from Delhi, India at 15:15, arrival in Dhaka at 18:15, or
- any other flight from any city arriving in Dhaka at any time on September 18.


Day 2. September 19, 2024 (Thursday). DHAKA AND OLD DHAKA

After breakfast, we start exploring Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh. During the city tour, we visit Kawran Bazaar: one of the largest markets for vegetables, fruits, and fish in Dhaka. Here, we observe the everyday life of the market, located near the railway tracks. Then, we will stop by the National Parliament House and explore the charming Old Dhaka. We stroll through colorful alleyways and market streets to witness the typical local way of life. Afterward, we will pass through the Sadarghat boat terminal and then cross the river to visit the shipyard on a traditional rowboat. After touring the ship repair and recycling yard, we will return to Sadarghat by boat and proceed to the Armenian Church and the Star Mosque. After lunch, we will visit Lalbagh Fort, followed by Daksheshwari Temple and Curzon Hall. To conclude this eventful day, we enjoy a night boat ride from the Dhaka boat terminal to Barisal.

Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Nascent Gardenia Residence


Day 3. September 20, 2024 (Friday). DHAKA – BARISAL – BAGERHAT – KHULNA

We arrive in Barisal early in the morning. Today, we visit serene estuaries and witness numerous wooden boats laden with various goods – vegetables, rice, guava, and more. During the journey, we admire the canals in the Ganges Delta and observe panoramic views of remote rural landscapes on both sides. Additionally, today we visit a floating market, full of local color, perfect for photography. Then, we head to Bagerhat to explore the 15th-century Muslim city formerly known as Khalifabad, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. We stay overnight in Khulna.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: City Inn Hotel


Day 4. September 21, 2024 (Saturday). SUNDARBANS: KHULNA – HARBARIA – KATKA

After breakfast, we explore the Sunderbans mangrove forest. In the morning, we depart from Khulna to Harbaria. Harbaria is home to royal Bengal tigers, along with many other wild animals and birds, including the spotted deer, a major attraction in Harbaria. The entire area is covered with mangrove trees. Afterward, we sail through a narrow canal to Katka. We arrive at Katka around 8-9 pm and then embark on a night safari. With luck, we might even catch a glimpse of a Bengal tiger. We spend the evening in the forest and stay overnight in cabins on the boat.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Boat cabin


Day 5. September 22, 2024 (Sunday). SUNDERBANS: KATKA – JAMTOLA BEACH – KOCHIHALI BEACH – DIMER CHAR ISLAND – KARAMJOL

We wake up early at 5:30 am and continue our journey through the Sunderbans mangrove forest, visiting the most beautiful spots at Katka. Afterward, we proceed to the stunning Jamtola Beach and marvel at the beauty of the mangrove-fringed coastline and the ocean. Then we visit another breathtaking beach, Kochikhali, located at Hiron Point. We wander around the beautiful and untouched Dimer Char/Dublar Char Island. In the evening, we arrive at Karamjol.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Boat cabin


Day 6. September 23, 2024 (Monday). KARAMJOL – KHULNA

In the morning, we are exploring the beautiful surroundings of Karamjol and the wilderness reserve. After visiting Karamjol, we begin our journey back to Khulna. We arrive in Khulna closer to the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: City Inn Hotel


Day 7. September 24, 2024 (Tuesday). KHULNA – NARAIL – KAKRAN – DHAKA

Early in the morning, we depart from the hotel and head to Narail. The journey to the fishing village of Narail takes about an hour. Here, we meet fishermen and embark on a fishing boat to observe traditional fishing with trained otters. After a couple of hours of fishing, we return to the fishing village and acquaint ourselves with the fishermen's way of life. Next, we visit the pottery village of Kakran. Here, we witness beautiful pottery and potters who still work in the traditional way, eschewing modern technological equipment. Return to Dhaka, where we arrive closer to the evening.

Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Nascent Gardenia Residence


Day 8. September 25, 2024 (Wednesday). DHAKA – RETURN FLIGHT

After breakfast, we have free time and transfer to the airport for the return flight.

Meal included: Breakfast
Accommodation: None

*Recommended flights from Dhaka:

• Air Arabia, flight G9-515 to Sharjah, departing from Dhaka at 16:40, arriving in Sharjah at 19:40, or
• any other flight from Dhaka at any time on September 25.

**The order of the program may change while ensuring all major activities are preserved. If certain visits and/or activities cannot be carried out due to external conditions, they will be replaced whenever possible.