- Luxurious: All rooms are artistically designed and supply only the highest quality of comforts, from plush beds to rainforest showers.
- Haven for Food Lovers: With over six dining options, food lovers will have to make hard decisions when faced with the hotel’s diverse array of tempting cuisines.
- Duration
- 6 days / 5 nights
- Price Per Person
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Terms & Conditions
Price is based on double or twin hotel room occupancy and includes accommodation, transfers, car/driver, English-speaking guide, activities and entrance fees, breakfasts and some casual lunches while touring. Flights and optional special activities will be quoted separately. Most personal expenses, including dinners, alcoholic beverages, spa treatments and gratuities can be paid on the spot while traveling. Prices may vary depending on season, choice of accommodation and other factors.
- Interests
- Destinations
From the moment you arrive in Bangladesh, you’re hit by a world of new discoveries. On this six-day, five-night tour, experience some of the highlights of this beautiful and historic country. Via domestic flights and scenic drives, you’ll find yourself in the stunning countryside, experiencing the simple lifestyles of indigenous communities and taking in the natural wonders of the surrounding environment. Marvel at the view from soaring peaks and gaze across sparkling lakes before you stock up on unique souvenirs as mementos of your incredible trip.
This itinerary is an example. It’s designed to inspire you and provide you with thoughtfully curated ideas. You can choose to do this exact itinerary or completely personalize it. All trips are 100% bespoke.
Highlights
- Bandarban Hill Tract: Within the rugged hill tracts of Chittagong are several villages of tribal refugees and indigenous peoples. Meet these communities and learn about their remote lifestyles and ancient folk tales, as well as controversial struggle for independence.
- Lake Kaptai: The placid Lake Kaptai is a slice of peace for visitors, belying its creation as a tool to displace the indigenous tribes. Cruise the lake and learn about the submerged kingdom beneath the surface.
- Tribal Textiles: The Chakma tribes in Rangamati create tribal textiles called 'Bain' that are famed throughout the country. While at a village, observe this craft firsthand and take the opportunity to take a unique souvenir home.
Day-by-Day
Day 1
Dhaka
Upon arrival at Dhaka’ international airport, you’ll be met by your friendly driver and transferred to your comfortable city-center hotel. Get acquainted with your surroundings, enjoy some dinner and relax as your Bangladesh adventures begin.
Hotel Options
If our Preferred Hotel is unavailable, this accommodation is a reliable alternative and has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.
Day 2
Bandarban
After a hotel breakfast in Dhaka, you’re jetting off once again, this time on a domestic flight to Chittagong. Here, after a wander around the ethnological museum, it’s on to Bandarban Hill Tract by car. Check in to your hotel and stick around for some lunch before you head out to explore the Buddhist Dhatu Jadi Temple and browse the local bazaar.
Hotel Options
Overlooking the Sangu River, the Bay of Bengal, and the hilly border with Myanmar lies the 12-acre Sairu Hill Resort which provides guests with a tranquil experience among the region’s natural splendor. From March to September, low drifting clouds inhabit the region, providing breathtakingly unique views.
This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.
Day 3
Bandarban
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before a full-day excursion. Today, you’ll visit the different tribes of Mru, Bawm, Marma and Tripura in their local villages and get a glimpse of their lifestyle. Then it’s on to Nilgiri, one of the tallest peaks in Bangladesh, via open-top Jeep. Stop en route for lunch in a local restaurant and enjoy views from the top of the world. Finally, make your way back to your hotel for dinner and a good night’s sleep.
Day 4
Rangamati
After breakfast, you’ll hit the road for Rangamati, enjoying gorgeous scenery on the five-hour drive. Check in to your Rangamati hotel and sample some local food for lunch. Then, spend the afternoon looking around the area’s Buddhist temples and souvenir shops before dinner and a relaxing evening.
Hotel Options
Located on an island in the middle of Kaptai Lake, Hill Taj Resort offers a peaceful, scenic, and comfortable stay for those exploring the green hills of Rangamati. Guest rooms are equipped with air conditioning, television, and select rooms come with balcony.
This accommodation has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team and is the best available in the area. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.
Day 5
Dhaka
Enjoy breakfast before you embark on a morning boat cruise on Lake Kaptai. Stop off to visit the Chakma tribal village and grab lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you can relax on the leisurely scenic drive back to Chittagong airport in time to catch your flight back to Dhaka. Enjoy your final evening with some dinner and a comfortable overnight stay in your city hotel.
Hotel Options
- Luxurious: All rooms are artistically designed and supply only the highest quality of comforts, from plush beds to rainforest showers.
- Haven for Food Lovers: With over six dining options, food lovers will have to make hard decisions when faced with the hotel’s diverse array of tempting cuisines.
If our Preferred Hotel is unavailable, this accommodation is a reliable alternative and has been personally vetted by the Remote Lands team. More information on this property is available on the “Hotels” tab at the top of the page.
Day 6
Departure
After your final breakfast in Dhaka, it’s time to say goodbye to Bangladesh as you transfer to the airport for your onward international flight.
Suggested Hotels For Day 1
Le Meridien Dhaka
Located just over a mile from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the clean modern lines of the Le Méridien Dhaka make perfect accommodations for discerning travelers wishing to discover the numerous attractions of Bangladesh’s capital city. All 304 of the exquisitely appointed rooms feature grand, yet restrained, contemporary interiors set off by a striking achromatic color scheme, with floor-to-ceiling windows, plush bathrooms and rainfall showers. The suites feature separate bedrooms, with options for dining rooms and butler service to add an extra layer of luxury. Along with a 24-hour business center, the hotel also provides a choice of six different restaurants and bars, fully-equipped gym and the ultra-exclusive Le Méridien Club Lounge for suite and Club Room guests. The 14th-floor spa offers guests a place to relax against a soothing back drop of soft hues and inspiring views of the city, a combination guaranteed to bring solace to any traveler.
Westin Dhaka
Centrally located in the business district of Gulshan, the 241-room Westin Dhaka is steps away from shopping malls, restaurants, museums, and foreign embassies. Like most Westins, the accommodations have an agreeable, though ultimately forgettable, design. Rooms feature signature Westin comforts like the Heavenly Bed and the Heavenly Shower (a double-headed shower), and modern amenities like an LCD flat-screen TV and high-speed Internet access (for a fee). A 24-hour business center provides a full range of business services. Leisure facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a full-service spa. Six restaurants and bars make up the dining scene. These include Prego, an Italian restaurant on the 23rd floor, and Seasonal Tastes, serving Pan-Asian cuisine. The hotel is just five miles away from the Zia International Airport.
Suggested Hotel For Days 2–3
Sairu Hill Resort
Overlooking the Sangu River, the Bay of Bengal, and the hilly border with Myanmar lies the 12-acre Sairu Hill Resort which provides guests with a tranquil experience among the region’s natural splendor. From March to September, low drifting clouds inhabit the region, providing breathtakingly unique views. The facilities themselves were designed and executed by DOMUS, a renowned architectural consulting firm based in Bangladesh. The rustic structures merge seamlessly with their surroundings and include a state-of-the-art restaurant, swimming pool with panoramic views, and 600 square-foot meditation zone. The 24 rooms are all equipped with modern amenities and air conditioning while premium and executive rooms additionally offer private balconies and luxurious bathtubs.
Suggested Hotel For Day 4
Hill Taj Resort
Suggested Hotels For Day 5
Le Meridien Dhaka
Located just over a mile from Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, the clean modern lines of the Le Méridien Dhaka make perfect accommodations for discerning travelers wishing to discover the numerous attractions of Bangladesh’s capital city. All 304 of the exquisitely appointed rooms feature grand, yet restrained, contemporary interiors set off by a striking achromatic color scheme, with floor-to-ceiling windows, plush bathrooms and rainfall showers. The suites feature separate bedrooms, with options for dining rooms and butler service to add an extra layer of luxury. Along with a 24-hour business center, the hotel also provides a choice of six different restaurants and bars, fully-equipped gym and the ultra-exclusive Le Méridien Club Lounge for suite and Club Room guests. The 14th-floor spa offers guests a place to relax against a soothing back drop of soft hues and inspiring views of the city, a combination guaranteed to bring solace to any traveler.
Westin Dhaka
Centrally located in the business district of Gulshan, the 241-room Westin Dhaka is steps away from shopping malls, restaurants, museums, and foreign embassies. Like most Westins, the accommodations have an agreeable, though ultimately forgettable, design. Rooms feature signature Westin comforts like the Heavenly Bed and the Heavenly Shower (a double-headed shower), and modern amenities like an LCD flat-screen TV and high-speed Internet access (for a fee). A 24-hour business center provides a full range of business services. Leisure facilities include an outdoor heated swimming pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a full-service spa. Six restaurants and bars make up the dining scene. These include Prego, an Italian restaurant on the 23rd floor, and Seasonal Tastes, serving Pan-Asian cuisine. The hotel is just five miles away from the Zia International Airport.
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