Trip to Chittagong and Bandarban Hill Tracts in 6 Days
$889 per person
Chittagong and Bandarban Hill tracts are beautiful and unique in many ways, but they are still unexplored. This region has much excitement to offer. On this six-day trip to Chittagong and the Bandarban Hill Tracts, you will explore the ins and outs of Chittagong City, beautiful nature and the vibrant ethnic culture of Bandarban. The journey will focus on lifestyle and culture besides the world’s largest shipbreaking yards, mountain hiking, boating on rivers and lakes, ancient and contemporary architecture and many more. A perfect combination of adventures and relaxation.
Stretching down to the country’s south-eastern corner, the Chittagong division shares borders with India and Myanmar (Burma) to the eastern side. The beaches, hills and ethnic culture are the dominant features of this area, particularly in the Hill Tracts and south to the Myanmar border.
The Chittagong Hill Tracts are the only mountainous region of the country, unique for their attractive panoramic geography and fascinating tribal culture. The mixture of hill and valley densely covered with forest and luxurious vegetation yields the most beautiful and varied light and shade effects.
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889
Per-person trip price for a group of 4+ PAX
6 Days
Destination
Departure
Please arrive by 9:15 AM for a prompt departure at 9:30 AM.Departure Time
Approximately 8:30 PM.Dress Code
Casual, comfortable athletic clothing, closed shoes, hat. Warm jacket during the winter (November to February). Raincoat/ umbrella during the rainy season (May to August). Full sleeves are always necessary while visiting any religious place, mosque, temple, church or a trip during Ramadan.Included
AC vehicle with experienced chauffeur for sightseeing and transfersAccommodation in twin sharing basis as per itineraryAll air, bus, train and launch tickets as per itineraryAll entrance fees and local permitsAll Museum TicketsAll rickshaw/ cycle / boat / local transportsBottled water, soft drinks and seasonal fruits during the sightseeingExpert English-Speaking GuideLunchTrip as per itineraryTypical SouvenirNot Included
Any activity not mentioned in the itinerary.DinnerGratuitiesLocal guide/ escort/ experts/ academicsPersonal expenses
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Day 1: Chittagong Ship breaking yard and life around
Avail the first flight to Chittagong. Upon arrival, meet your awaiting driver and drive towards the world largest ship Breaking industry. Drive back to the town for lunch at a local restaurant. We will offer you a nice cruise on the Karnaphuli river around the city and visit the flea markets and bazars early in the evening. Or alternatively, you can take a boat from the ship breaking yard to a nearby mangrove and coastal island' Shondwip". It would be exciting to explore the life of Sandwip, see how climate change is going to affect their life! Overnight stay at a hotel in Chittagong town.
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Day 2: Explore the architecture around Chittagong town
After breakfast, leave the hotel by car for Chandgaon Mosque (Ar. Kashef Mahboob Chowdhury), Buddhist temple and Ganalsngker student residence (Ar. Saif ul Haque), Architect Muzharul Islam's buildings at Chittagong University campus. Asgar Ali Mosque (Ar. Kashef Mahboob Chowdhury) and visit some ancient and colonial architectures around the older part of the city. Overnight stay at a hotel in Chittagong town.
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Day 3: Sea fish market with early morning catches traditional wooden shipbuilding yard
Check out from the hotel after an early breakfast to visit a fish market- this is the largest sea fish market in the country. Hundreds of fishing boats arrive from the Bay of Bengal with few days (one day to a week) catches. All fishes are auctioned on arrival and distributed through the country and to the processing zone for exports. Continue drive to visit the World war-ii cemetery and ethnological Museum. After lunch at a local restaurant, continue driving towards Bandarban Hill district. Overnight stay at Sairu Hill resort or in an eco-lodge.
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Day 4: Morning relaxation scenic Shangu River Cruise
Relax at Sairu and enjoy the hilly nature and till early afternoon. Leave the hotel after lunch by reserved vehicle for Ruma Bazar. Here you will embark on a country boat for a beautiful cruise on the Shangu river down to Bandarban town. Your guide will invite you for some hikes through the local hill tribal villages during your boat journey (if you are interested). You will be reaching Bandarban just a while before the dark. Drive back to Sairu hill resort for an overnight stay.
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Day 5: Tribal Market, some temples and hike through a Tripura tribal village
After early morning breakfast from your hotel, drive to Bandarban town to explore the weekly tribal market. Hill tribe community comes to the marketplace once or twice a week to sell their harvests and hunts and buy the products they need. It's charming to walk around these markets of the vibrant tribal and community. Continue driving through the beautiful hilly landscape to Ram Jadi and Shorno Mandir – the Buddhist temples. Lunch will be served at the Rigri Khayang Restaurant of Hill Side Resort, located outside the town. Enjoy the endless landscape from the restaurant. Later, you may go for two hours hike through a Tripura tribal village or visit Nichal to see how local tourism develops. Drove back to Sairu hill resort for overnight stay.
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Day 6: Meeting the colourful tribal of Bandarban hills and evening flight to Dhaka
Downhill hike through a Mro tribal village and leave the hotel for Chittagong airport. On the way, you will visit Shoilopropat tribal handicraft market, Farukpara, Bawm village and Bandarban ethnological Museum. Continue to drive towards the airport to avail an early evening flight to Dhaka. Upon arrival, you will be received and transferred to your hotel in Dhaka.
Tour Location
Chittagong and Bandarban