City, Coast & Country – a 20 day photography discovery tour

from $2,900.00

The city, coast and country tour incorporates some of the very best locations for photography in Bangladesh and gives the traveller a genuine feel for this incredible country.

From the metropolis of Dhaka, the quiet beauty of rural farmland and wetlands, the serenity of the Ganges and river islands, the hill tracts  with its tribal people, to Cox’s Bazar – the longest unbroken beach on earth and the peace and calm of rolling green tea estates in Syhlet.  This tour has so much to offer the adventurous traveller.

Our photography tour starting place is the mega city of Dhaka, with its constant buzz of people and tangle of traffic – a melange of colour, sights and sounds – there’s always plenty going on here to delight the photographer.

Heading north west we travel through farmlands to Tangail, visiting weavers villages, markets and the Jamuna river bank.  Moving on to Bogra – a major city in Rajshahi division renowned for its archaeological sites.  Bogra hosts the largest vegetable markets your’e ever likely to see, and to the Sariakandi River islands, passing the banks of the Jamuna river, covered in a patchwork of red – chillies drying in the sun!  Continuing our journey north west through serene wetland countryside to Rajshahi, a rich agricultural area in the Ganges basin.

Changing direction we head south to Khulna, the third largest city in Bangladesh to experience the centuries old tradition of otter fishing and visit the sixty-domed mosque.  On to the Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world and home to a multitude of wildlife, including the endangered Bengal tiger.

Next we journey north east via Dhaka to Sylhet – an area known for its natural beauty.  On route we visit rice processing plants and brick factories and once in Sylhet visit the mighty Surma river, local markets and more.  After Sylhet we visit Jaflong and Lalakhal on the Indian border to experience stone collection activities from the crystal clear vivid blue/green water of the River Dawki.  Turning south again we travel to Srimangal, an area of natural beauty with its lush green tea estates, wetlands, rainforests and tribal people.

We farewell Srimangal and head due south to the city of Chittagong – the second largest city in Bangladesh.  Highlights here include fishing villages, fish markets and ship breaking yards – a graveyard where large ships and container vessels that have ended their seafaring days are painstakingly broken up by hand.

And for our final two locations we continue south to Cox’s Bazar, renowned for its 120km long sandy beach, and south east to the beauty of the hill tracts district of Bandarban.  Fish markets, fishing villages, seaside villages, salt processing plants, markets, tribal life and not to be missed – known as the tourist capital of Bangladesh – beach at Cox’s Bazar.

This tour will allow travellers to marvel at the rich tapestry of Bangladesh: It’s ancient buildings, rainforests, rice paddies, tea estates, celestial mountain areas and its cities teeming with people and traffic.  Understated beauty and the warmth of the Bangladeshi people await you.

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All about the City, Coast & Country – a 20 day photography discovery tour.

The city, coast and country tour incorporates some of the very best locations for photography in Bangladesh and gives the traveller a genuine feel for this incredible country.

From the metropolis of Dhaka, the quiet beauty of rural farmland and wetlands, the serenity of the Ganges and river islands, the hill tracts  with its tribal people, to Cox’s Bazar – the longest unbroken beach on earth and the peace and calm of rolling green tea estates in Syhlet.  This tour has so much to offer the adventurous traveller.

Our starting place is the mega city of Dhaka, with its constant buzz of people and tangle of traffic – a melange of colour, sights and sounds – there’s always plenty going on here to delight the photographer.

Heading north west we travel through farmlands to Tangail, visiting weavers villages, markets and the Jamuna river bank.  Moving on to Bogra – a major city in Rajshahi division renowned for its archaeological sites.  Bogra hosts the largest vegetable markets your’e ever likely to see, and to the Sariakandi River islands, passing the banks of the Jamuna river, covered in a patchwork of red – chillies drying in the sun!  Continuing our journey north west through serene wetland countryside to Rajshahi, a rich agricultural area in the Ganges basin.

Changing direction we head south to Khulna, the third largest city in Bangladesh to experience the centuries old tradition of otter fishing and visit the sixty-domed mosque.  On to the Sundarbans, the largest mangrove forest in the world and home to a multitude of wildlife, including the endangered Bengal tiger.

Next we journey north east via Dhaka to Sylhet – an area known for its natural beauty.  On route we visit rice processing plants and brick factories and once in Sylhet visit the mighty Surma river, local markets and more.  After Sylhet we visit Jaflong and Lalakhal on the Indian border to experience stone collection activities from the crystal clear vivid blue/green water of the River Dawki.  Turning south again we travel to Srimangal, an area of natural beauty with its lush green tea estates, wetlands, rainforests and tribal people.

We farewell Srimangal and head due south to the city of Chittagong – the second largest city in Bangladesh.  Highlights here include fishing villages, fish markets and ship breaking yards – a graveyard where large ships and container vessels that have ended their seafaring days are painstakingly broken up by hand.

And for our final two locations we continue south to Cox’s Bazar, renowned for its 120km long sandy beach, and south east to the beauty of the hill tracts district of Bandarban.  Fish markets, fishing villages, seaside villages, salt processing plants, markets, tribal life and not to be missed – known as the tourist capital of Bangladesh – beach at Cox’s Bazar.

This tour will allow travellers to marvel at the rich tapestry of Bangladesh: It’s ancient buildings, rainforests, rice paddies, tea estates, celestial mountain areas and its cities teeming with people and traffic.  Understated beauty and the warmth of the Bangladeshi people await you.

Price Per Person in USD

Price option 1 (based on standard deluxe accommodations twin sharing basis) :

1 person      2 persons      3 persons     4 persons
3800.00      3400.00      3100.00     2900.00

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT USD. 540.00

Price option 2 (based on premium deluxe accommodations twin sharing basis):

1 persons  2 persons  3 persons  4 persons
5000.00  4500.00  4000.00  3600.00

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT USD. 800.00

The tour package inclusions and exclusions at a glance
What is included in this tour?Items that are included in the cost of tour price.
  • All accommodation (premium/standard deluxe) as per itinerary from day1 to day20
  • All meals from breakfast on day 1 to lunch on day 20.
  • All transfers and sightseeing by a reserved air-conditioned vehicle.
  • All entry fees where necessary.
  • Boat fares as per the itinerary.
  • Sundarban trip on reserved boat
  • Barisal to Dhaka first class cabins on boat for overnight journey.
  • Cox’s Bazar to Dhaka flight on day20
  • One litre of bottled water every day for each individual.
  • Experienced English speaking guide
What is not included in this tour?Items that are not included in the cost of tour price.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Anything not specified in the itinerary.
  1. Day1 Dhaka

    You will be welcomed by our guide at 5.30 in the morning in the hotel lobby, then head directly to the Sadarghat river terminal area – one of the busiest gateways to Dhaka. Here you will experience the buzz of early morning activities, including hundreds of passenger vessels arriving from the southern districts. Lights from the boats and reflections on the water, sunrise, the activity of the people and hundreds of wooden ferry boats make this venue an incredible experience for photographers. This place is filled to the brim with people and their stories. Later we will cross the river by wooden ferry boat and take a walk in the narrow streets before exploring the ship breaking yards. Around midday we will return to the hotel to have lunch.  In the afternoon we will visit some busy markets and rail tracks in the central Dhaka area. Dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant near to the hotel.  Overnight in Dhaka

  2. Da2 Dhaka

    Leave hotel early in the morning to visit a spot in the northwest part of Dhaka, along the Buriganga River, where thousands of people load and unload sand, coal, bricks and other construction materials from cargo vessels. Photographers attest this place is filled with unique stories just waiting to be discovered. Later we will visit some nearby brick factories after which we will return to the hotel for lunch and relax awhile. Later in the afternoon we have the choice of visiting the central railway station or walking the streets of old Dhaka. Overnight in Dhaka 

  3. Day3 Dhaka-Tangail

    After breakfast we leave Dhaka for Tangail. It is approximately 4 hours drive depending on the traffic.  Driving through industrial areas of Dhaka en route to Tangail, will provide photo stop opportunities. Overnight accommodation at Tangail will be a home stay experience operated by a local NGO.  A freshly prepared organic lunch awaits you here. In the afternoon, we will explore the village and visit local weaving factories. Dinner will be arranged at the accommodation. Overnight in Tangail.

  4. Day4 Bogra

    After an early breakfast we leave Tangail for Bogra. We will stop at the Jamuna river bank, weavers village, farmlands and local markets on the way to Bogra. Upon arrival at Bogra we will check into the hotel before exploring Bogra town in the afternoon. Dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant. Overnight at Bogra.

  5. Day5 Bogra

    After breakfast we will visit one of the largest vegetable markets in the north of Bangladesh. The market is located about 30 minutes drive from the hotel.  After this we will return to the hotel and take a short break before heading to Sariakandi to visit river islands on the Jamuna river. Lunch will be arranged locally.  We return to Bogra in the early evening where dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant. Overnight in Bogra.

  6. Day6 Bogra-Rajshahi

    Today we will travel to Rajshahi city –  an approximate 3 hour drive from Bogra. There will be plenty of photo opportunities, including farming activities, fishermen in the wetlands, rural life and markets. Upon arrival in Rajshahi we will check into the hotel after which we will have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will walk the streets, visit the riverside and local markets. Dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant. Overnight in Rajshahi.

  7. Day7 Rajshahi-Khulna

    We will start relatively early today in readiness for a long drive from Rajshahi to Khulna. Depending on available time, we may visit rice processing plants, farmlands, riverside villages and the Lalon shrine at Kustia (Lalon Shah was a prominent folk saint, songwriter, social reformer, philosopher and mystic. Devotees gather at his shrine daily to pay homage to him through celebration and discussion of his songs and philosophy). Arrival at Khulna will be sometime in the late afternoon. Dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant.

  8. Day8 Khulna

    Today we will drive to Narail to experience traditional otter fishing and visit some local villages. The journey from Khulna will take approximately 2 hours. Lunch will be arranged locally before returning to Khulna sometime in the afternoon. Dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant. Overnight in Khulna.

  9. Day9 Sundarban

    After breakfast we drive for approximately 2 hours to Mongla where we will board a boat in preparation for a full day excursion to the Sundarbans.  The boat will head due south into the forest. Tea, coffee, snacks and lunch will be served on board. We will be visit local fishing villages, experiencing the activities of fishermen, shrimp roe collectors, palm tree collectors and honey collectors (depending on the time of the year we visit there). We return to Khulna sometime in the afternoon.

  10. Day10 Khulna- Barisal

    After breakfast we leave Khulna for Barisal with a journey time of approximately 3.5 hours by road. We will stop en route to visit a jute processing plant. Upon arrival in Barisal we will check into the hotel and lunch will be arranged at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will visit the city and riverside. Overnight in Barisal

  11. Day11 Barisal to Dhaka by O/N boat

    In the early morning we will drive to Sharupkati to visit the floating market where local farmers sell agricultural products from their boats. Its vibrance and activities  make an excellent place to spend several hours taking photos. We return to the hotel sometime around midday and will later board a passenger vessel bound for Dhaka in the early evening.  An overnight journey to Dhaka during which dinner will be arranged on board.

  12. Day12 Dhaka

    We will arrive in Dhaka early morning and be transferred to the hotel. Today will be a free day.  Depending on the interest of the participants, a street walk can be arranged in the afternoon and dinner will be at a local restaurant. Overnight in Dhaka.

  13. Day13 Dhaka-Sylhet

    Depart Dhaka early in the morning for Sylhet, with an approximate 5 to 6 hour journey by road. Stops en route include a rice processing plant, the riverside, local markets and brick factories. Upon arrival in Sylhet we check into the hotel before later visiting the Surma riverside, streets and local markets. Dinner will be arranged at one of the popular restaurants in the city. Overnight in Sylhet.

  14. Day14 Sylhet-Srimangal

    After breakfast we will depart Sylhet and visit Lalakhal and Jaflong to explore stone and sand collection activities from the rivers. After this we continue our journey towards Srimangal, making a few stops along the way at wetlands areas (depending on the group interest).

  15. Day15 Srimangal

    We will have a full day of activities in and around Srimangal, exploring tea pickers villages, tribal villages, tea processing plants, a wetlands area and nearby villages. Lunch and dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant. Overnight in Srimangal.

  16. Day16 Srimangal-Chittagong

    We depart Srimangal for Chittagong after breakfast, with an approximate 7 hour journey to Chittagong. Lunch will be arranged at highway restaurant en route with arrival at Chittagong sometime in the afternoon. Overnight in Chittagong.

  17. Day17 Chittagong

    We will have a full day of activities in and around Chittagong, including a visit to one of the biggest fish markets in this region and a fishing village and ship breaking yard in Shitakunda. Lunch and dinner will be arranged at a local restaurant. Overnight in Chittagong.

  18. Day18 Chittagong-Cox's Bazar

    Depart Chittagong for Cox’s Bazar. It will be approximately 4.00 hours journey to Cox’s Bazar. A visit to various seaside villages, beaches, fish markets and dry fish processing areas can be organised in Cox’s Bazar

  19. Day19 Cox's Bazar

    Full day of activities in and around Cox’s Bazar.

  20. Day20 Cox's Bazar-Dhaka

    In the afternoon we will transfer to the airport to board our flight to Dhaka. Overnight in Dhaka.

Standard & Deluxe accommodation as per the itinerary

Hotel71/Fars Hotel & Resort/Ascot the residence, Dhaka

Homestay in Tangail

Hotel Naz Garden, Bogra

Parjatan Motel/ Hotel Nice Rajshahi

Western Inn/City Inn, Khulna

Hotel Grand Park, Barisal

Hotel Metro Int./Nirvana Inn

Nishorgo eco resort/Shanti Bari/Novem Eco Resort

Hotel Lords Inn/ Asian SR, Chittagong

Hotel Seagull/ Grace Cox’s Smart Hotel Cox’s Bazar