Main Info
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Northern Pakistan on this 10-day tour. Explore Islamabad’s iconic landmarks, the cultural heritage of Taxila and Hunza’s majestic valleys. Visit ancient forts, serene lakes, and the highest paved border at Khunjerab Pass. Drive through the scenic Babusar Pass, marvel at Nanga Parbat, and immerse in local culture. A perfect blend of nature, history, and adventure awaits you in this unforgettable journey.
Whats Included
whats not included
Whats Included
- Airport transfer on first and last day in Islamabad
- All domestic road transfers
- All hotel accommodation (twin sharing room)
- All hotel meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Licensed professional guide
whats not included
- International airfare and airport taxes.
- Visa fee for Pakistan and personal insurance of the clients.
- Tips for drivers, porters and staff
- Single Supplement
- Transfers to and from airports for participants making individual air arrangements
- Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour
- Miscellaneous (drinks, phone calls, laundry, souvenir etc)
- Room service, gratuities for personal services, items of a purely
- Any other service that is not mentioned in the list above.
Highlights
Highlights
- Experience the culture of ethnic minority communities of Hunza Valley
- Opportunity to interact with Hunza’s community members including men, women and children
- Participate and dance to the tunes of Hunza drums
- View peaks including Nanga Parbat 8126m, Rakaposhi 7,788m, Passu Sar 7,478m and Ultar Sar 7,388m
- Lakes including Lulusar, Attaabad and Borith
- Glaciers including Passu, Batura and Hussaini etc
- Sightseeing of forts (Altit and Baltit)
- Karakoram Highway and Ancient Silk Route
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad
- Arrival at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Afternoon city tour exploring:
- Faisal Mosque
- Shakar Parian
- Pakistan Monument
- Daman-e-Koh
- Lok Virsa Museum
- Raja Bazaar and Old Bazaar of Rawalpindi
Altitude: 540 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 02: Drive from Islamabad to Chilas via Babusar Pass
- Scenic drive to Naran (279 km).
- Lunch in Naran before continuing the journey to Chilas via Babusar Pass (4,173 m).
Altitude: 1,265 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 03: Drive from Chilas to Karimabad (Hunza)
- Drive to Karimabad (240 km, 5–6 hours).
- En-route stops at:
- The junction point of the Karakoram, Himalaya, and Hindukush mountain ranges.
- Thalichi viewpoint with stunning views of Nanga Parbat (8,126 m).
- Rakaposhi viewpoint for refreshments and photography.
Altitude: 2,500 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 04: Discover Hunza’s Heritage: Baltit and Altit Forts
- Morning visit to Baltit Fort (700 years old) and Baltit village.
- Afternoon visit to Altit Fort (900 years old) and Altit village.
- Learn about the women carpenters' project.
- Evening walk along the water channel from Karimabad to Hyderabad village.
Altitude: 2,500 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 05: Excursion to Hopper and Duiker Valleys
- Morning excursion to Hopper Valley and Hopper Glacier.
- Afternoon drive to Duiker Valley (30 minutes), a prime location for sunset and sunrise views over Hunza's majestic mountains.
Altitude: 2,800 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 06: Journey to Passu and Sost
- Drive to Passu (50 km) with stops at:
- Attabad Lake
- Borith Lake
- Gulmit and Gulkin villages
- Passu Glacier and Hussaini Suspension Bridge.
- Continue to Sost (50 km).
Altitude: 2,800 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 07: Excursion to Khunjerab Pass (Pak-China Border)
- Full-day excursion to Khunjerab Pass (4,693 m), the highest paved border crossing in the world.
- Enjoy breathtaking views and wildlife sightings.
- Evening drive back to Karimabad.
Altitude: 2,500 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 08: Drive from Karimabad to Naran via Babusar Pass
- Scenic drive to Naran (355 km) via Babusar Pass (4,173 m).
- En-route stops for refreshments and photography.
Altitude: 2,409 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 09: Return to Islamabad with a Stop at Taxila
- Drive to Islamabad (279 km).
- Visit Taxila Museum and nearby historical sites en route.
Altitude: 540 m
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Departure from Islamabad
- Transfer to Islamabad International Airport for your return flight.
- Say goodbye to Pakistan with unforgettable memories!
Meals: Breakfast
