Bangladesh trip: 7 days in dhaka, sreemangal, coxs-bazar

A travel day, so the day is kept light.

Flight today: TripRai does not know your flight time, so the places after landing are tentative and optional: first allow about 2 hours for immigration, bags and the ride to your hotel, and skip them if you land late.

Morning · ~6 h
Delhi to Dhaka
International arrival into Dhaka. Keep the rest of the day light after the transfer and settle into the city centre.
Lunch
Casual Bengali lunch near Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban
₹330
~35 min from Hotel in Gulshan
Afternoon · ~1 h
Jatiya Sangsad BhabanView on Maps
The Jatiya Sangsad Bhaban is Bangladesh’s iconic national parliament complex, designed by Louis Kahn. Its bold geometry and reflective lakes make it one of the country’s most impressive modern landmarks, best appreciated by walking around the exterior. Go in the afternoon for the clearest light on the concrete and water, and bring a hat or umbrella for the open areas.
Free
Evening · ~2 h
Free time
Time to rest or explore around your hotel at your own pace.
Free
Dinner
Local Bengali dinner near your hotel in Gulshan (Dhaka)
₹540

Getting around: Dhaka Metro Rail ≈ ₹20 · Uber / Pathao instead ≈ ₹390–₹530Route on Google Maps ↗

Tonight: Gulshan (Dhaka) · 4★ hotel ~₹7,600–₹13,300/nightView on Maps Check hotels · 2 nights on Agoda

Breakfast
Hotel breakfast in Gulshan (Dhaka)
₹180
Morning · ~2 h
Free time
Time to rest or explore around your hotel at your own pace.
Free
Lunch
Old Dhaka biryani lunch near Dhakeshwari National Temple
₹330
~55 min from Hotel in Gulshan
Afternoon · ~1 h 30 min
Dhakeshwari National TempleView on Maps
Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Dhaka's best-known Hindu temple and an important cultural stop. Dress modestly and keep your visit calm around prayer times.
Hours: Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Getting there: Dhakeshwari Temple stop, short walk
Nearby: Lalbagh Fort, Laxmi Bazaar
Free
~30 min from Dhakeshwari National Temple
Evening · ~1 h 30 min
HatirjheelView on Maps
A popular lakefront area for an easy evening walk and city views. Stay on the main promenade and keep it to a relaxed stroll after dinner.
Nearby: Panthapath
Free
Dinner
Casual dinner near Hatirjheel (Dhaka)
₹540

Getting around: Dhaka Metro Rail ≈ ₹40 · Uber / Pathao instead ≈ ₹650–₹890Route on Google Maps ↗

Tonight: Gulshan (Dhaka) · 4★ hotel ~₹7,600–₹13,300/nightView on Maps

A travel day, so the day is kept light.

Breakfast
Hotel breakfast in Gulshan (Dhaka)
₹180
Morning · ~5 h
Dhaka to Sreemangal by train
Train from Dhaka to Sreemangal, about 5 hours. Book seats early.
Lunch
Simple lunch near Lawachara (Sreemangal)
₹330
~25 min from Hotel in Sreemangal Town
Afternoon · ~2 h 30 min
Lawachara National ParkView on Maps
Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Tickets on GetYourGuide
A famous rainforest reserve with easy trails and great birdlife. Start at the visitor gate and keep a moderate walk rather than a long hike.
Hours: Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Getting there: Lawachara stop, short walk from the entrance road
~₹115BDT 150
~20 min from Lawachara National Park
Evening · ~1 h 30 min
NILKANTHA Tea CabinView on Maps
A classic tea stop in Sreemangal with views over the tea landscape. Keep it for a slow tea break and sunset if the weather is clear.
~₹540BDT 703

Getting around: Shared auto-rickshaw ≈ ₹90 · Uber / Pathao instead ≈ ₹420–₹560Route on Google Maps ↗

Tonight: Sreemangal Town (Sreemangal) · 4★ hotel ~₹5,200–₹9,500/nightView on Maps Check hotels · 2 nights on Agoda

Breakfast
Hotel breakfast in Sreemangal Town (Sreemangal)
₹180
Morning · ~2 h 30 min
Free time
Time to rest or explore around your hotel at your own pace.
Free
Lunch
Tea-garden lunch near Tea Estates Viewpoint
₹330
~20 min from Hotel in Sreemangal Town
Afternoon · ~1 h 30 min
Tea Estates ViewpointView on Maps
A scenic stop over the tea gardens and rolling hills around Sreemangal. Pause for photos and keep the visit short and relaxed.
Nearby: NILKANTHA Tea Cabin, Tea Museum of Bangladesh
Free
~15 min from Tea Estates Viewpoint
Evening · ~1 h 30 min
Tea Museum of BangladeshView on Maps
Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
A small museum on the tea history of the region. Check the exhibits first and keep the visit brief before dinner.
Hours: Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Getting there: Sreemangal town center stop, short walk
Nearby: NILKANTHA Tea Cabin, Sreemangal town center
~₹38BDT 50
Dinner
Local dinner in Sreemangal Town (Sreemangal)
₹540

Getting around: Shared auto-rickshaw ≈ ₹90 · Uber / Pathao instead ≈ ₹310–₹430Route on Google Maps ↗

Tonight: Sreemangal Town (Sreemangal) · 4★ hotel ~₹5,200–₹9,500/nightView on Maps

A travel day, so the day is kept light.

Flight today: TripRai does not know your flight time, so the places after landing are tentative and optional: first allow about an hour to reach your hotel, and skip them if you land late.

Breakfast
Hotel breakfast in Sreemangal Town (Sreemangal)
₹180
Flight · time not provided
Sreemangal → Cox's Bazar
Approximate duration: ~1 h 10 min
Lunch
Roadside lunch en route to Cox's Bazar
₹330
~45 min from Hotel in Sea Beach
Afternoon · ~2 h
Himchari National ParkView on Maps
Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Tickets on GetYourGuide
A coastal hillside park with sea views, waterfalls and viewpoints. Keep the walk short in the heat and start at the main entrance area.
Hours: Opening hours are unverified. Check official information for your date before visiting.
Getting there: Himchari stop on the main road, short walk
~₹15BDT 20
~45 min from Himchari National Park
Evening · ~2 h
Cox's Bazar Sea BeachView on Maps
Sea Beach area stop, short walk
The main beach front for sunset and an easy first look at the coastline. Walk only the busiest stretch and keep an eye on the surf after dark.
Getting there: Sea Beach area stop, short walk
Nearby: Sugandha Beach
Free
Dinner
Seafood dinner near Sea Beach (Cox's Bazar)
₹540

Getting around: Auto-rickshaw ≈ ₹60 · Uber / Pathao instead ≈ ₹460–₹620Route on Google Maps ↗

Tonight: Sea Beach (Cox's Bazar) · 4★ hotel ~₹6,700–₹12,400/nightView on Maps Check hotels · 2 nights on Agoda

Inani Beach is about 32 km out of town, so it gets a day with no long journey; the rest of the day stays close to town.

Breakfast
Hotel breakfast in Sea Beach (Cox's Bazar)
₹180
Morning · ~2 h 30 min
Inani BeachView on Maps
A long, scenic beach south of town with open sand and clear views. Go in the morning for the best light and keep a simple walk near the shore.
Free
Lunch
Coastal lunch near Inani Beach (Cox's Bazar)
₹330
Afternoon · ~1 h 30 min
Radiant Fish WorldView on Maps
Tickets on GetYourGuide
A seafood-focused attraction in Cox's Bazar where the visit is easy and indoors. Use it as a midday break from the beach and keep the visit short.
Nearby: Burmese Market
~₹115BDT 150
~6 min walk from Radiant Fish World
Evening · ~2 h
Sugandha BeachView on Maps
Sugandha Beach area stop, short walk
A busy beach area for sunset, walking and the lively evening atmosphere. Stay on the main strip and enjoy the sea view before dinner.
Getting there: Sugandha Beach area stop, short walk
Free
Dinner
Seafood dinner in Sugandha (Cox's Bazar)
₹540

Getting around: Uber / Pathao for the day ≈ ₹1,400–₹1,900, including the day trip to Inani BeachRoute on Google Maps ↗

Tonight: Sea Beach (Cox's Bazar) · 4★ hotel ~₹6,700–₹12,400/nightView on Maps

Leaving today: TripRai does not know your flight time, so this day is tentative: the places and lunch before the airport are optional, so skip them if the ride and check-in would be tight. Check out by about 11:00; confirm your hotel's actual check-out time and luggage storage availability. Allow time to collect bags before the airport transfer. Be at the airport 2 hours before your flight; eat there only if there is time.

Breakfast
Hotel breakfast in Sea Beach (Cox's Bazar)
₹180
Flight · time not provided
Cox's Bazar → Dhaka
Approximate duration: ~1 h 5 min
Lunch
Simple lunch after arrival in Dhaka at the airport or on the way
₹330
Afternoon · ~1 h 30 min
Head to the airport
Check-out is usually by 11:00: collect your bags and travel to the airport, to be there 3 hours before an international flight (2 hours before a domestic one).
Free
Evening · ~3 h
Dhaka to Delhi
International departure from Dhaka to Delhi. Allow the rest of the evening for the airport connection and departure process.

Getting around: Walkable today; the longer journeys are in Travel details.

Bangladesh · 7 days

Your trip at a glance

Your trip at a glance

Day 1 · Mon 25 Jan · DhakaModern Dhaka Architecture₹11,240 estimated

Day 2 · Tue 26 Jan · DhakaOld DhakaDhakeshwari National Temple · Hatirjheel₹10,990 estimated

Day 3 · Wed 27 Jan · SreemangalTea CountryLawachara National Park · NILKANTHA Tea Cabin₹8,945 estimated

Day 4 · Thu 28 Jan · SreemangalTea and WetlandsTea Estates Viewpoint · Tea Museum of Bangladesh₹8,078 estimated

Day 5 · Fri 29 Jan · Cox's BazarTo the CoastHimchari National Park · Cox's Bazar Sea Beach₹16,975 estimated

Day 6 · Sat 30 Jan · Cox's BazarBeach DayInani Beach · Radiant Fish World · Sugandha Beach₹11,725 estimated

Day 7 · Sun 31 Jan · DhakaBack to DelhiHead to the airport₹5,860 estimated