Brass & Pottery Village Tour Bangladesh

In this full-day tour, we’ll take you to a remote village in Dhamrai on the outskirt of Dhaka to visit a metal crafts workshop. Where they make brass and bronze statues in ancient lost-wax technique, and a pottery village where all of them make pottery from many of their generations. You will also visit a mysterious palace at Manikganj which is one of the finest specimens of 19th-century monuments of the renaissance colonial style in Bangladesh. It contains over 200 rooms of various shapes and dimensions. On the way back to Dhaka you’ll visit National Martyrs Monument in Savar built to pay tribute to the people who were killed during the liberation war of Bangladesh in 1971. This is a tour where you can learn about the traditional life of Bangladeshi people and the history of this country.

Duration :
1 Day
Locations :
Dhamrai, Manikgong & Savar.
Attractions :
  • Pottery Village
  • Brass Workshop
  • Baliati Zamindar Palace, Manikganj
  • National Martyrs Memorial.
Tour Available :
Round the year.
Best time to go:
Round the year.

Tour Highlights:

  • Visit a metal crafts workshop (Brass village) and experience the life of artisans.
  • Visit a pottery village and experience their art of making.
  • Learn how to make pottery and try yourself to make one.
  • Opportunities to buy some pottery and brass from the village.
  • Visit Baliati Zamindar Palace at Manikganj.
  • Visit Martyr's monuments (National Memorial) at Savar.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1 : Brass-Pottery Village, Manikgonj & Savar
  • We will start around 8:00 am-8:30 am from your place. Our responsible guide will pick you up in the car.  We will start the journey to Dhamrai.
  • Visit a brass metal workshop village and experience the techniques. Visit a pottery village and observe the processing. Talk to the artists, and make yourself free to spend a good time.
  • We’ll drive to the Baliati Zamindar Palace at Shaturia, Manikganj. This is one of the finest specimens of 19th-century monuments.  The Renaissance colonial style architecture contains over 200 rooms of various shapes and dimensions.
  • Have lunch at a local restaurant and visit National Memorial (Martyrs Monuments) at Savar.
  • In the evening, drive back to Dhaka and finish the trip.

Price for the tour (Per Person)

1 Person
USD 100.00
2 Persons
USD 80.00
4 Persons
USD 65.00
6+ Persons
USD 50.00

Includes:

  • Air-conditioned car and driver for the whole day.
  • English-speaking guide.
  • All entrance fees during the trip.
  • Lunch at a local restaurant with quality food.
  • One bottle of mineral water

Excludes:

  • Personal expenses.
  • Food not mentioned above.
  • Tips

Notes:

  • Timing and gradualism for the places are flexible; we could change them because of traffic during the tour.
  • Bengali local food is spicy. Plain rice, Fish & meat is available everywhere. Biriyani & Khichuri made of rice, meat and special spices are the famous food of old Dhaka and available in restaurants.
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What is the best time to visit Bangladesh?

Answer:

The best time to visit Bangladesh depends on your preferences and the type of experience you’re seeking. Bangladesh has a tropical monsoon climate with distinct wet and dry seasons. October to March is generally considered the best time to visit Bangladesh.  The weather is cool and dry, making it comfortable for travel and outdoor activities. It’s an excellent time to explore cultural and historical sites, as well as natural attractions.

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Why is your Sundarbans trip different from everyone else?

Answer:

We are very sincere in making each of your trips special. Sundarbans is a place where you should be very careful to get it’s best.  Get the idea by following the information.

     Forest friendly Itinerary:

  • Our itinerary is made by experiences of 30 years. There are many things you should follow like tide, time, wildlife timing & silence.

     Off-the-Beaten-Path Exploration:

  • Explore lesser-known areas of the Sundarbans to have a more unique and less crowded experience.
  • There are many tourist boats & ships in the forest. We seek an empty spot in our activities.

     Specialized Activities:

  • Participate in specialized activities such as bird watching, canal cruises, or guided nature walks to enhance your experience.
  • Consider exploring the Sundarbans from a different perspective, such as a silent boat trip through the creeks.

     Responsible Tourism:

  • Our boats are eco-friendly and silent at night. We follow responsible tourism options to minimize your impact on the environment and support sustainable practices.

     Small Private Group:

  • Our group is private and smaller to experience the best of Sundarbans.
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Why book a trip with Pathfriend?

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The experience of decades in inbound travel with honesty is our capital. Apart from that, our hospitality and care are priceless you get. We always believe that you are on holiday and it’s our job to make your days memorable. Our realistic and comfortable travel plan is prior to serving you at a reasonable price.

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Is a visa on arrival available in Bangladesh? What is the visa policy?

Answer:

Yes. VOA is available at international airports. The citizens of All European Countries, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Russia, China, Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait & Oman can get Visa on Arrival (VOA) for the official duty, business, investment and tourism regardless of the Bangladeshi mission status.  Check eligibility, requirements, fees, duration & all other information from our website link.

Link:  https://pathfriend-bd.com/bangladesh-visa-on-arrival/

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What about the permission of Chittagong Hill Tracts?

Answer:

You must get permission to visit Chittagong Hill Tracts and it’s included in our package. Separate permission is required for Rangamati and Bandarban. We are an authorized company and you must not worry about that.

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What kind of meals are included? Is customization possible?

Answer:

Our Package includes complimentary breakfast at the hotels and lunch-dinner at good-quality restaurants. Bengali local food is spicy. Plain rice, vegetables, fish & meat are available in restaurants. Biriyani & Khichuri made of Rice, lentils, meat, and special spices are the famous food of old Dhaka also available in other cities. Non-spicy food is possible to order at most of the restaurants if you like. In Sundarbans, we have a special chef to make your food. We offer food for vegetarians. But there are limitations of items at some restaurants in remote areas.

If you want to exclude food, that’s fine. We will take you to the best restaurants.

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