Day One
Scenic Drive, Tribal Heritage & Sunset Vistas
- 07:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Journey to the Hills
- Pick up from the designated location in Chittagong in a private AC vehicle (Sedan/SUV/Chander Gari depending on group size).
- Enjoy a scenic 4-hour drive passing through the winding roads, lush green hills, and rural landscapes of Chandanaish and Keranihat.
- 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Arrival & Check-In
- Arrive in Bandarban town, check into the hillside resort/hotel, freshen up, and prepare for the tour.
- 12:30 PM – 01:30 PM | Lunch
- Traditional lunch at a local restaurant. Recommendation: Try authentic indigenous cuisine (with bamboo shoot dishes) or standard Bengali platters.
- 01:30 PM – 03:30 PM | Golden Temple (Buddha Dhatu Jadi)
- Head out to Balaghata to visit the most beautiful Buddhist temple in Bangladesh. Set atop a high hill, its elegant golden architecture, intricate statues, and panoramic views of the surrounding valley offer a serene introduction to the region. Perfect for cultural appreciation and photography.
- 03:45 PM – 06:00 PM | Nilachal (The Sky Hill)
- Drive up to Nilachal, a breathtaking peak managed by local tourism. From noon onwards, the light shifts beautifully over the endless ripples of hills. Walk along the escape points, watch the dramatic sunset over the Bandarban horizon, and witness the clouds hugging the valleys below.
- 06:30 PM onwards | Evening & Night Market
- Return to the town or resort. Guests can explore the local Burmese and tribal handloom markets to look at authentic fabrics, waistcoats, and local snacks.
- Dinner at the resort or a town restaurant, followed by a relaxing night stay amidst nature.
Day Two
High Altitudes, Waterfalls & Return to Chittagong
- 07:00 AM – 08:00 AM | Breakfast
- Early breakfast at the resort.
- 08:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Expedition to Nilgiri (The Queen of Hills)
- Board an open-hood 4WD Jeep (Chander Gari) for an exhilarating 45 km mountain drive. Nilgiri is one of the highest peaks in Bangladesh, standing at around 2,200 feet above sea level. In the morning, guests will literally walk through the clouds and enjoy a 360-degree view of the hill tracts extending all the way to the Indian border.
- 11:30 AM – 01:00 PM | Chimbuk Hill & Tribal Village Visit
- On the way back from Nilgiri, stop at Chimbuk Hill (historically the third highest peak in the country).
- Take a short, respectful walking tour of a nearby Mro or Bawm tribal village to experience their unique lifestyle, traditional houses built on stilts, and cultural heritage.
- 01:15 PM – 02:30 PM | Shoilo Prapat & Lunch
- Stop at Shoilo Prapat, a natural cold-water spring waterfall. The rocks here are carved smoothly by the rushing water. Local indigenous women set up small stalls here selling fresh hill fruits (pineapples, papayas) and handwoven crafts.
- Enjoy lunch nearby or back in Bandarban town.
- 03:00 PM – 04:30 PM | Meghla Tourist Complex (Optional Relaxation)
- A brief final stop at Meghla to cross the iconic hanging bridges over the lake, or head straight back if guests prefer a more relaxed return pace.
- 04:30 PM | Departure for Chittagong
- Board the private AC vehicle and begin the return journey.
- 08:30 PM | Drop-off at Chittagong
- Arrive safely back in Chittagong city. Tour ends.