Obviously, this is the best way to explore Dhaka City. Explore like a local, not like a foreigner. If you do not like crowds and chaos, you should avoid this tour. On this tour, you will use local transportation like rickshaws and (Tuktuks), etc. No luxury cars will be provided. You'll have the opportunity to meet local people and experience the real dhaka. Please consider the following points before booking this tour: 1. Walking and riding rickshaws may be difficult for you. Please search about Rickshaw to get an idea about its design. Also, you need to walk some medium distances. 2. Rickshaws/Tuktuks are not pre-arranged for this tour. We will hire all vehicles as locals do. 3. Lalbagh Fort will remain closed on Sunday. We will skip this attraction if you plan to visit Dhaka on Sunday. 4. Ahsan Manjil (Pink Palace) will remain closed on Thursday. We will skip this attraction if you plan to visit Dhaka on Thursday.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $110.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Karwan Bazar is one of Dhaka’s busiest and most energetic wholesale markets, where the city’s daily life unfolds in full color. From fresh vegetables, fish, and spices to street food, newspapers, and local trade, this vibrant market offers an authentic glimpse into Dhaka’s commerce, culture, and fast-paced urban rhythm.
Curzon Hall is one of the popular attractions of Dhaka University.
Dhakeshwari is a hindu temple situated in the old dhaka area. This is also the national tmple of Bangladesh.
Lalbagh Fort is a fort in the old city of Dhaka, Bangladesh. Its name is derived from its neighborhood Lalbagh, which means Red Garden. The term Lalbagh refers to reddish and pinkish architecture from the Mughal period. The original fort was called Fort Aurangabad. Note: Lalbagh Fort will remain closed on Sunday. We will skip this attraction if you plan to visit Dhaka on Sunday.
This monument is very important in the history of Bangladesh. This was made for the martyr who lied about their life in 1952 for the Bangla language.
Ship Breaking & Repairing Yard is a trendy attraction nowadays in Dhaka. Especially, this place is number 1 on the list of photographers visiting Bangladesh. This is located on the other side of the Buriganga river. We have to cross the rover by a small boat which takes not more than 3-5 minutes to cross.
Ahsan Manzil is also known as the Pink Palace. This was the official residential palace and seat of the Nawab of Dhaka. The building is situated at Kumartoli along the banks of the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Construction was started in 1859 and was completed in 1872. It was constructed in the Indo-Saracenic Revival architecture. It has been designated as a national museum. *** Note: Ahsan Manjil (Pink Palace) will remain closed on Thursday. We will skip this attraction if you plan to visit Dhaka on Thursday.
The Armenian Church, also known as the Armenian Apostolic Church of the Holy Resurrection is a historically significant architectural monument situated in the Armanitola area of old Dhaka, Bangladesh. The church bears testimony to the existence of a significant Armenian community in the region in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Star Mosque (Tara Masjid) is one of Old Dhaka’s most beautiful historic landmarks, famous for its stunning mosaic artwork and star-patterned decorations. Built in the 18th century, this elegant mosque showcases unique Mughal-era architecture blended with intricate porcelain designs, offering visitors a peaceful spiritual atmosphere and a glimpse into Dhaka’s rich cultural heritage.
Sadarghat Launch Terminal is a major river port on the Buriganga River in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The port is located in the southern part of the city. It is Bangladesh's busiest port in terms of passenger traffic.
Pick up and Drop Off are by Uber/CNG/Rickshaw. This is because we want to give you the local experience. There will be no Reserved AC car for this tour
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Authentic Old Dhaka Tour: Shipyard Visit & Local Life Experience lasts about 6–8 hours. The itinerary has 10 stops.
Prices start at $55 per person for this Dhaka experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $110. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up and Drop Off are by Uber/CNG/Rickshaw. This is because we want to give you the local experience. There will be no Reserved AC car for this tour Pickup points include Hotel le Chateau, Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 30 travellers can book together.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 17 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cholo Bangladesh Tours.
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The tour guide was attentive and felt very good throughout. Get to know the old Dhaka district in a local way and feel different people and sights. Very good for a day trip and recommended for all business visitors with limited time.
Thank you for sharing your experience with Cholo Bangladesh Tours. Hope to see you again.
This day with Rocky was great. The tourist sites and the real live... his knowhow and English is perfect. I highly recommend this tour!
Thank you for your kind words! We're glad you enjoyed both the tourist sites and the local experiences. We appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again with Cholo Bangladesh Tours!
Rocky was a fantastic guide who rally brought the tour to life. If you have limited time but want to see the main sites, plus a few less know roads and alleyways, this is the one for you. Rocky went out of his way to make sure I was happy and comfortable throughout and he is also very happy to tailor tours to make it bespoke for you. 100% recommended and a great day seeing the attractions of Dhaka close up and personal.
We truly appreciate your feedback! It’s great to know Cholo Bangladesh Tours made your Dhaka visit special, combining main attractions with hidden gems. Ensuring your comfort and tailoring the experience to your needs is our priority. Thank you for recommending us, and we look forward to hosting you again!
Rocky was very accommodating as we were not in city center. He was informative and pleasant. His language was easy to understand. No concerns for our safety. Open to changing our tour to fit our itinerary. Recommend to use this tour group.
We’re delighted to hear that you found Cholo Bangladesh Tours accommodating. Our guides strive to be informative, pleasant, and easy to understand. Safety and flexibility are our top priorities, and we're glad you felt comfortable throughout your tour. We truly appreciate your recommendation! See you again.
Rocky was an excellent guide. He is very kind and nice! We appreciate seeing Dhaka by rickshaw with him. Great to se the old town.
I had one day in Dhaka and wanted to see as much as I could. Rocky helped me arrange a special tour-- Dhaka like a local combined with a food tour! Dhaka is such a challenging city to navigate. We were able to see sites all over the city, when it would have taken me all day to travel to one site if I were left to my own devices. Rocky is knowledgeable and friendly, and I learned so much about the culture! As a woman traveling alone, I felt very safe on this tour and was able to travel to places I wouldn't be able to navigate safely alone. I strongly recommend booking the Bangladesh like a Local tour with Cholo. Dhaka is not a city that can be navigated solo if you don't know it well. The tour was fun, professional, and so rich in sights and culture.
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience! We're delighted to hear that our guided tour made your day in Dhaka so enjoyable, safe, and culturally enriching. We appreciate your strong recommendation of the Dhaka City Tour in a Local Way. Travel well!
Rocky did a great job. Very knowledgeable about all the things we went to see, and understood the way we wanted to go through our day in Dhaka. I highly recommend Rocky if you want to explore Dhaka the local way.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review. I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your day in Dhaka and that we could assist you in exploring the city the local way. It was a pleasure showing you around and helping you make the most of your visit.
We took the Dhaka local experience tour and it was great, thanks to Rocky. He explained everything well and as a person he was also very gentle and kind. It was nice driving with the riksjas as this is one of the most special things in Dhaka . He made shore we had a good lunch and visited all the important places. I would really recommend this tour to all adventurous tourists. Thanks Ricky.
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed our Dhaka local experience tour with Cholo Bangladesh Tours. We appreciate your recommendation to adventurous travelers. See you next time & have a safe travels.
My mother and I took the one-day trip throught Dhaka. We explored the city and locals by a riksja. It was awesome! Rocky is a excellent tourguide and besides that also very friendly! I would recommend it to everyone😊
Thank you so much for visiting Bangladesh. We had a great time with you. Hope to see you again.
I had the most amazing 2 days with Rocky. Right from planning the trip via email and text messages, to us finallly meeting and exploring Dhaka, it was all smooth and a great experience overall. I did the one day experience Dhaka like local tour and tried a few street food items. Next day I took the day trip to sonargao where I got to see an abandoned old city (my fav part of the trip). I’d highly recommend Rocky, not only because it’s a great tour but as an individual , he is passionate about his work, he reads his clientele and gives u precisely the amount of information that your brain can intake.
Thank you for sharing your experience with Cholo Bangladesh Tours! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time exploring Dhaka with us. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable journey!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Authentic Old Dhaka Tour: Shipyard Visit & Local Life Experience | 6–8 hours | 5.0 (17) | $55 | |
 Authentic Old Dhaka Day Tour with Shipyard Visit | 7–10 hours | 5.0 (65) | $70 | View |
 Bengal Village Life Experience with Paharpur Buddhist Ruins Visit | 3 days | 5.0 (1) | $445 | View |
 Private Full Day Photography Tour with Shipyard Visit | 8–10 hours | 5.0 (3) | $55 | View |
 Panam City & Sonargaon Day Tour with Authentic Village Experience | 7–8 hours | 4.9 (15) | $75 | View |
 Barisal Backwater Tour Floating Markets and Authentic Rural Life | 2 days | 5.0 (1) | $320 | View |
 Half-Day Dhaka City Tour: Culture, Heritage & Local Life | 3–4 hours | 5.0 (3) | $65 | View |