Private Tour

Old Dhaka Hidden Gems and Secrets

Overview

Available languages

Hindi

English

Bangla

Urdu

9 hours

Mobile ticket

Step beyond the guidebook and into the living soul of Dhaka. This experience blends curated access, storytelling, and sensory immersion. You will walk through forgotten alleys, enter colonial mansions and artisan courtyards usually closed to the public. Led by cultural storytellers, every detail from the mosaic tiles you touch to the chai you sip is designed to feel cinematic, intimate, and unscripted. Limited to eight guests per departure, it is less a tour and more a living archive of the city’s secrets.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Specialized infant seats are available

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Wheelchair is accessible on Rickshaw.

The Uber fees from the meeting point is approximately 4-5 USD maximum.

The tour can be customize and please contact us directly for your personalized tour.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Secret Locations

2 hours • Admission Not Applicable

Armanitola neighbourhood of the Armenians offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich, multicultural history of Dhaka. During the 17th and 18th centuries, Armenian merchants migrated to Bengal, establishing a thriving community in what is now known as Armanitola, a bustling neighbourhood in Old Dhaka. The Armenians brought with them their unique culture, business acumen, and traditions, significantly contributing to Dhaka’s economy, particularly in trade and textiles.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Bottled water

Entry to All 9 Secret Locations

Professional Tour Guide

Pickup points

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Old Dhaka Hidden Gems and Secrets

LUXURY
Duration: 4 hours
Snacks
Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Discovering Secrets of Old Dhaka
Afsha M,,Aug 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My husband and I loved discovering Old Dhaka’s hidden gems. The tour was well-paced for us as seniors, with time to rest and enjoy. The food tastings were delicious, and the stories brought the city’s history alive. A thoughtful, memorable experience we’ll always cherish.
Food, culture and history in one! 🇧🇩
Elisabeth H,,Nov 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I've been on two tours in Old Dhaka with Secrets Bangladesh (I brought my friends one time and husband the other), and would recommend it to anyone! It's easy to communicate with the team, and our guide Sarfaraz (Edward) was knowledgeable, fun and easygoing.Only point to improve was that they did not check whether Lalbagh was open on the day or not. We drove there, and it was closed. It's still a must to elevate your understanding of both Dhaka and Bangladesh 🇧🇩
Amazing experience!
473raisac,,Nov 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Living in Dhaka, I did experience old Dhaka a few times, but never like this or in such detail. Mishak and his team are doing an excellent job. We got to see most of the heritage buildings and learn the history. They are very very thorough at what they do. Also very professional. We walked through many alleys with rich history, the spice market, banks of the Buriganga river and was lucky to be able to go up to a few rooftops and balconies with incredible views; which ARE the ‘secrets’ of Dhaka. I would suggest this for everybody, old and young, foreign or local. Sadly, we couldn’t do the food tour, or try any food places as we were short on time. Wear comfortable shoes, and that’s all you need! The rest will be taken care of by the team of SecretsBangladesh! Loved every bit and wasn’t bored for a minute. Thank you Secrets! 🙏
Hectic tour through the streets of the real Dhaka city
arnaudrV8466GY,,Nov 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had an amazing tour with the guide, especially enjoyed the spice Market and the view on the river. The highlight definitely was the secret climbers' POV ;)
Old Dhaka Secrets Tours - A perfect tour in Bangladesh
436mahabubr,,Jul 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We visited some sites that are hardly covered within general tours but have very unique stories and meaning. Highlights were the visit to hidden architectural marvels and trying local delicacies from special cafes that I’d never find alone.