Old Capital Sonargaon Day-Tour from Dhaka City
Description
This is a day tour that will take experience the history, culture, and heritage of the old Bengali nation from the history of the Mughal Empire to the British transformation. You will learn about the past and current position of Bangladesh and experience the golden era of Bangali history.
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Itinerary
We will pick you up from your hotel or residence in Dhaka City and start moving towards Sonargaon (approx. 1 to 1.5 hours journey). 11:00 am – 11:30 am: First we will visit Goaldi Mosque which was built in 1519 A.D. in a village Goaldi in Sonargaon by Mulla Hizabar Akbar Khan during the reign of Sultan Hussain Shah. It is one of the ancient Mosques of Bangladesh. We take a little tea break here.
Boro Sardar Bari in Sonargaon is a historic mansion built in 1901 by the wealthy merchant family of Sardar. Known for its elegant Indo-European architectural style, the building features grand columns, arched windows, and intricate designs. Once a symbol of prosperity, it now serves as part of the Sonargaon Folk Arts and Crafts Museum, showcasing the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Bengal. It is one of the most prominent attractions in Sonargaon, reflecting the grandeur of the region’s past.
We will go Main Building (Prasad) that used to be a King Isa Kha’s palace. Now is used for Folk, Art and Craft Museum and also cover the newly constructed building of folk art as well. We walk through the whole campus to explore ancient Capital of Bengal.
We will visit the Panam City which was built in 1500 A.D. Some wealthy Hindu Lords operated their business here and made a city to live with all facilities.The area is divided by a single road is the main colonial system buildings. Those artistic building will take us the ancient of Bangla. 1:30 pm – 2:00 pm: We will take our lunch at a nearby restaurant with local food that may be a little spicy and hot. Please let us know after booking if you need special needs.. 2:00 pm – 2:30 pm: We will take a little rest under greenwood tree and gossip ourselves.
We will go to the Meghna River to ride on a boat. Megh is one of the 3 major rivers in Bangladesh. Sonargaon is situated on the bank of the river Meghna.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(21)
It is a half-day tour from 11am. It is better to confirm the opening date of each facility in advance of the participation date. It is recommended to bring an umbrella to avoid sudden rain. Both pick-up and drop-off can be specified by the hotel, so it is safe to say.
Thank you for your helpful and informative feedback! We appreciate you highlighting the importance of checking opening days in advance and being prepared for weather conditions—these are great tips for making the most of the experience. We're also glad you found the flexible hotel pickup and drop-off convenient and comfortable. Your practical suggestions will certainly help future travelers plan better and enjoy a smooth, relaxing tour. Thank you again for sharing your experience!
We took this tour on a very hot day in late April, and it was great to have an air-conditioned vehicle to take us from one location to the next in Sonargaon. At the guide's request, we ended up departing at 1pm instead of 11am, which meant the tour was a little shorter than expected (as we still returned at 6pm). As a result, some of the stops felt a little rushed and it would have been nice to have an extra 10 min or so at each place (we were at each stop for 15-30 mins rather than the 1-2 hours indicated in the schedule). The most relaxing part of the day ended up being the optional boat ride. This small criticism aside, we were able to see all of the promised highlights and felt very satisfied with the tour overall. (In all honesty, the times indicated in the schedule would be too long for most of the stops, especially in the heat - something inbetween would be ideal). Both our guide, Shahadat, and driver were very professional. Shahadat gave us useful information prior to departure, accompanied us to each of the attractions, and even took photographs for us, and we had a safe and punctual journey. Comparing this tour with others on offer, we felt it was very good value indeed and would recommend it to anyone in Dhaka looking to get outside the city and see some more of beautiful Bangladesh. Five stars!
Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an overall satisfying experience on the Sonargaon tour and appreciated the comfort of the air-conditioned vehicle—especially in the April heat. We truly value your constructive feedback regarding the adjusted start time and pacing of the itinerary. You’re absolutely right that timing can be a delicate balance, particularly considering weather conditions and travel constraints. Your suggestion about having slightly more time at each stop is very helpful, and we’ll take this into account to better optimize the schedule for future guests. It’s wonderful to know that you still managed to see all the highlights and especially enjoyed the boat ride. We’re also very pleased that Shahadat and the driver provided a professional, safe, and engaging experience throughout the day. Thank you again for your kind words, honest insights, and recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable journey in Bangladesh!
Good 1 day trip to explore the old city. Enjoy the bangladesh vibe and 1 day tour is effective. Good guide and driver.
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re glad to hear you enjoyed exploring the old city and experiencing the unique vibe of Bangladesh. It’s great to know the one-day tour worked well for you and that both the guide and driver met your expectations. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again for more memorable experiences!
All was super; guide and driver suuuper :) Wery nice day , thank you :) I recommend this trip and servis :)
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that everything was “super” and that both the guide and driver made your day enjoyable. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again for another wonderful trip in Bangladesh! 😊
A great day-out from Dhaka, Shahadat, from TravelMate was a lovely guide, knowledgeable and very good english; took me to all the places described in the plan. Good vehicle driven by a nice bloke. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great day out from Dhaka and that Shahadat from Travel Mate made the experience enjoyable with his knowledge and clear English. It’s also great to know you were comfortable with the vehicle and appreciated the driver’s professionalism. We truly value your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another tour in Bangladesh!
Great guide I recommend you for your trip to Bangladesh he speaks very well l English very protective and great organizer
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience. It’s great to know you found the guide excellent in communication, organization, and care throughout your trip. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you again in Bangladesh!
Great trip and very knowledgeable guide :) I was very happy to take part in the tour. Transport was also ok, and place to have a meal recommended by the guide was good
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip and found the guide knowledgeable. It’s great to know that the transportation and meal recommendation also met your expectations. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future! 😊
Fantastic day at this historical place. Everything worked out fine. Communation was easy, pick up was punctual and the guide and driver were very professional in every way. Recommend this tour to everyone visiting Dhaka.
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you had a fantastic day exploring this historical place. It’s great to know everything went smoothly — from easy communication and punctual pickup to the professionalism of our guide and driver. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit to Dhaka!
It was historical trip my guide Shahadat Hossain was very knowledgeable about the whole history and I learned a lot. He was very kind and respectful and he made sure he showed me everything on the list. It was a great experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re so glad to hear you had a great experience and enjoyed the historical tour. Shahadat Hossain will be very happy to know his knowledge and hospitality made your trip memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again for more explorations around Bangladesh!
I recently took the Sonargaon Day Tour from Dhaka City, and overall it was a pleasant, informative outing that gave me insight into Bangladesh’s rich cultural heritage. The itinerary offers a good mix of historical, architectural, and cultural stops, giving a fuller picture of life around old Dhaka. The local guide was knowledgeable and enthusiastic, sharing stories and details. Transportation, timings, and transitions between sites were handled smoothly, which made the day feel relaxed rather than rushed and highly recommended.
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Sonargaon Day Tour and found it both pleasant and informative. It’s wonderful to know the balance of history, culture, and architecture, along with smooth travel arrangements, made your experience relaxed and enjoyable. Your kind words about our guide mean a lot, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to welcoming you again on another tour!
