Overview

Duration: 2 Days, 1 Night
Focus: Heritage, Community and Culture
Group Size: 2 - 8 people
Difficulty level: Easy

Rajshahi is more than historic temples and museums; it is a living tapestry of communities, stories, and cultural memory. At its heart are the Santal villages, where tradition is carried through song, rhythm, craftsmanship, and everyday life.

On this 2-day journey, step into these living worlds of heritage. Spend time with Santal families, listen to their stories, and experience a community-led cultural performance shaped by generations of resilience and artistry. Explore Rajshahi’s historic neighborhoods, temple complexes, and the everyday spaces where Bengal’s past and present meet with quiet grace.

Visit to the GI-certified Rajshahi Silk Mill connecting another thread of Bengal’s heritage, meeting artisans whose skill keeps this iconic craft alive.

A journey shaped by people, culture, and the timeless treasures that define Bengal.


Highlights

  • Cultural exchange and community-led performance in a Santal village
  • Grandeur of Puthia Rajbari heritage
  • Varendra Research Museum’s archaeological treasures visit
  • Silk Mill visit and shop handcrafted silk
  • Rajshahi University exploration
  • Heritage walks through Padma Garden, Borokuthi, and Dhopkol, Rajshahi college, ghoshpara/milk community, shah makhdum mazar, and old temples.
Itinerary

2 Days / 1 Night in Rajshahi

Day 1
  • Arrival and Lunch
    Your journey begins with a warm welcome and a hearty local lunch at BRAC Learning Centre (BLC). Settle in, breathe in the quiet, and get ready to explore the stories of Rajshahi
  • Varendra Research Museum
    Step into the region’s most treasured museum - home to centuries-old sculptures, relics, and rare artifacts. From ancient civilization to the artistic soul of Bengal, this visit offers a deep dive into Rajshahi’s historic heart.
  • Community-led cultural performance
    In a nearby Santal village, stories come alive through rhythm and ritual. Spend time with community members, listen to tales passed down through generations, and as evening falls, witness a vibrant cultural performance led by the villagers themselves - where music, dance, and tradition weave together to tell the story of a people deeply rooted in their land.
  • Evening Street Walk
    Return to the city for a lively street food stroll. Taste Rajshahi University’s favourite street food while soaking up the vibrant university atmosphere.
  • Evening Wind-Down
    Wind down the day with a comforting dinner and a restful night at the Rajshahi BRAC Learning Centre, surrounded by calm and quiet.
Day 2
  • Morning Heritage Walk
    Begin your walk in Ghoshpara, one of Rajshahi’s oldest Hindu communities, where quiet lanes and temples hold generations of memory. Continue along the Padma Garden, a riverfront space where daily life meets history. Step into the 17th-century Borokuthi, a colonial-era building that once served as a trading post, before reaching the Shah Makhdum Mazar - where the spiritual story of Rajshahi began. End your walk at the historic Dhopkol, an old water-lifting structure that still echoes with the rhythm of a bygone city.
  • Puthia Temple Complex
    We travel to Puthia, an estate shaped by the leadership of remarkable women - rulers whose vision still echoes through its temples and palaces. Wander the grounds of the historic Rajbari, where every corridor tells a quiet story of power, devotion, and grace. Let the purohit guide you through intricate terracotta architecture and generations of memory, where history, artistry, and legacy come together in timeless harmony.
  • Local Culinary Experience
    Pause for a taste of Rajshahi’s culinary pride “Kala bhuna”, served hot and rich at a local eatery.
  • Rajshahi University Visit
    In the afternoon, take a tour of Rajshahi University, walk down the iconic Paris Road, visit Liberation War memorials, and explore the colorful Charukola arts faculty.
  • Departure
    As your journey with Otithi comes to a close, we ensure a smooth and thoughtful farewell. Our team will accompany you to your designated station or airport, making sure your departure is as seamless and comfortable as the journey that brought you here.

Accommodation Options

Package Includes
  • Accommodation at BRAC Learning Centre
  • All meals
  • Transportation within Rajshahi
  • Guided tours and community interactions
  • All entry fees
Package Excludes
  • Transport to and from Rajshahi (we can assist you with booking!)

Available Travel Type

Group tour Starts from BDT 10,500.00

Perfect for friends, families, or teams. Minimum group size is 6 people.

Twin sharing Starts from BDT 17,500.00

Great for couple trips-or any even-numbered group of adults.

Group tour
Starts from BDT 10,500.00

Perfect for friends, families, or teams. Minimum group size is 6 people.

Twin sharing
Starts from BDT 17,500.00

Great for couple trips-or any even-numbered group of adults.

Additional info

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Activity Level
This trip includes relaxed walks, light heritage tours, boat rides, and village visits - suitable for most travelers.
Best Time to Visit
Rajshahi offers an enriching travel experience year-round, but its beauty truly shines from the beginning of winter to spring. The best time to visit is from mid-September to mid-March when the city is at its most picturesque, and to taste the best of Rajs...
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