Day 01      International airport-Dhaka (apprx 13.5km - 10mins)Dhaka-Dhamrai (67km 55mins) (L/D)

Upon arrival at Dhaka International airport, pick up and transfer to hotel. Refresh and relax, till lunch time. 

In the afternoon, pick up up from hotel, drive to Dhaka, the bustling capital of Bangladesh, known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and iconic landmarks as the heart of the nation. It offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity, known for its vibrant culture, which includes literature, music, dance, and cuisine. Have Lunch in the city, and spend the rest of the evening excursing the city of Dhaka. Have Dinner and transfer to hotel. Overnight stay in Dhaka.

Day 02       Dhamrai/Sadarghat River Port (apprx 70km - 1hour) (B/L/D)

After breakfast, check out and drive to Dhamrai to visit the vibrant city, one of the largest in South Asia. Visit the chaotic Shakari bazaar. Have Lunch and proceed to explore the artisans of Bangladesh of their traditional art and crafts and the unique craftsmanship who still practice one of the oldest forms like making rickshaw art and decoration stores, brass metal craft from the lost wax system, pottery village and the block-printing work. 

As the sun sets, have Dinner and transfer to the famous Sadarghat River Port for Overnight Ferry to Barisal, a transportation hub used by locals for daily commute and goods transfer, it’s chaotic, yet captivating! 

Board the modern ship which leaves at 8.30pm for Barisal, a the best chance to experience such eye-opening “floating culture” Perhaps you’d like to see some Bangladeshi guava, a staple goods here. Enjoy a boat ride on the river to feel the vibe from a unique angle. Overnight the first class cabins on board.

Day 03     Barisal River Port/Banaripara (apprx 26.5km - 50mins) (B/L/D) 

After the ship docks at Barisal River Port, in the very early morning after travelling through three (3) rivers, the Buriganga, Meghna, and Kirtonkhola, have Breakfast and drive to Banaripara, to explore the backwaters by boat, seeing floating markets, communities of ‘water gypsies’ and looking out for freshwater dolphins. After visiting a typical village, transfer to Barisal. Overnight in Barisal. 

Day 04    Khulna/Sundarbans (apprx 3 to 4 hours sailing) (B/L/D)

After breakfast, check out and head on to Khulna or Mongla Port to visit the Sundarbans by taking an overnight passenger ferry. Travelling from Barisal via Khulna to the Sundarbans is accessible by riverine waterways. Take the Rocket Paddle Steamer ferries that travels from Barisal to Khulna which takes 8 hours and 25 minutes via a few stops along the way, which has first and second class cabins. 

First class cabins have a washbasin, fan, and outside deck and half of the first class cabins have two single beds. The second class cabins have small fans and some chairs outside the door and half of second class has a single bed.

Upon the ferry docks at the Port of Khulna in the morning, head to the Sundarbans, continue your journey by boat from Khulna to the designated entry point within the mangrove forest, home to a wide variety of wildlife, including Bengal tiger, monkeys, deer and Irrawaddy dolphins. 

Board our cruise boat and head out onto the waters. The ferry sailing journey from Khulna to Sundarbans can take 3–4 hours. The trip may include stops at the Chadpai forest office and Harbaria eco-center. Have Breakfast and welcome drinks on the ferry. 

Stop at the Chadpai forest office to complete formalities. Stop at the Harbaria eco-center. Continue to Kochikhali. Have Lunch on the ferry. Anchor near the Kochikhali Forest office in the evening. Take a small boat trip to a creek and canal to see wildlife. Return to the ferry and stop for the day. Stay overnight on the ferry in Kochikhali.

Day 05     Bogura/Sariakandi/Jamuna River  (apprx km - hrs 45mins) (B/L/D) 

After breakfast, drive to  Sariankandi to visit the Chars of the Jamuna River. Take a boat along the Jamuna River and see how river erosion and flooding affect the lives of local people. In the late afternoon, drive back to Bogra. Transfer to hotel, have dinner. Overnight in Bogura.