Main Info
Our flagship Hunza Valley tour takes you deep into northern Pakistan for the journey of a lifetime. Discover soaring peaks, hidden gems, and warm hospitality as we explore the legendary Karakoram Highway, trek across glaciers, and immerse ourselves in remote mountain villages. Savor local cuisine and bond with fellow adventurers while uncovering the secrets of Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat.
With nearly a decade of experience and unique local connections, we promise an unparalleled glimpse into the wonders of Pakistan. Join us on this epic adventure—you’ll leave with memories and friendships to last a lifetime!
Whats Included
whats not included
Whats Included
- All accommodation during the Hunza Valley tour
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all tour days, except for 4 lunches (when guests may have free time in cities).
- All transportation whilst on tour All on-the-ground logistics and planning
- Western and local guides
- Letter of Invitation and all supporting visa documents
- National park entrance fees
- Porters for group gear and food on the trek to Patundas
- Tents
- Internal Flight from Gilgit to Islamabad
- Some group snacks on hikes
- Lots of laughs and epic moments
- Life-changing experiences
- Bonus surprises along the way
whats not included
- International flights to Pakistan
- Visa application fees
- Any pre-tour or post-tour accommodation
- Airport pick up / drop off
- Travel insurance
- Tips for staff and home stay family
- Porters for your personal belongings (available at a reasonable cost)
- Sleeping bags
- Sleeping pads
- Alcohol
- 4 lunches when we are in the cities
- Personal snacks and soft drinks
Highlights
Highlights
- Get up close and personal with 7,000 – 8,000 meter peaks
- Stay with a local family in Ghulkin Village
- Muti-day trekking to our secret alpine camp
- Traverse a beautiful glacier
- Ride down the epic Karakoram Highway
- Trek to Nanga Parbat Basecamp
- Experience a scenic mountain flight
- Visit Fairy Meadows
- Explore ancient mountain fortresses
- Cross the legendary Hunza suspension bridges
- Discover Hunza Valley hospitality
- Camp under a sea of stars
Itinerary
Day-01: Islamabad and Rawalpindi
- Welcome: Arrival at Islamabad airport and transfer to the hotel.
- Tour: Afternoon city tour of Islamabad and Rawalpindi, including the famous Faisal Mosque, Shakar Parian, Pakistan Monument, Damen Koh, Lok Versa Museum, Rawalpindi Old Bazaar, and Raja Bazaar.
- Altitude: 540 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day-02: Drive from Islamabad to Chilas
- Route: Drive to Naran (279 km). After lunch, continue to Chilas (113.3 km, 3-4 hours) via Babusar Pass (4,173 m).
- Highlight: Babusar Pass is a high mountain pass and the highest point in Kaghan Valley, famous for its breathtaking hair-pinned roads.
- Altitude: 1,265 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-03: Drive from Chilas to Karimabad (Hunza)
- Route: Drive to Karimabad (5-6 hours, 240 km).
- Stops: Visit the junction point of three great mountain ranges (Karakoram, Himalaya, and Hindu Kush), Thalichi (viewpoint for Nanga Parbat, 8,126 m), and Rakaposhi Viewpoint.
- Altitude: 2,500 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-04: Karimabad – Visit Baltit and Altit Forts
- Morning: Explore Baltit Fort (700 years old) and Baltit Village.
- Afternoon: Visit Altit Fort (900 years old) and the Women’s Carpentry Project.
- Evening: Enjoy a water channel walk from Karimabad to Hyderabad Village.
- Altitude: 2,500 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-05: Visit Hopper and Duiker Valleys
- Morning: Excursion to Hopper Valley to visit the Hopper Glacier.
- Afternoon: Drive to Duiker Valley for panoramic sunset and sunrise views over the mountains.
- Altitude: 2,800 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-06: Duiker – Gulmit – Passu – Sost
- Route: Drive to Passu (50 km).
- Stops: Visit Attabad Lake, Borith Lake, Gulkin Village, Gulmit Village, Passu Glacier, Passu Village, Hussaini Village, and Hussaini Suspension Bridge. Continue to Sost (50 km).
- Altitude: 2,800 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-07: Khunjerab Pass and Return to Karimabad
- Excursion: Visit Khunjerab Pass (Pak-China Border).
- Evening: Drive back to Karimabad.
- Altitude: 2,500 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-08: Drive from Karimabad to Phander
- Route: Drive to Phander (288 km, 6-7 hours).
- Highlight: Scenic viewpoints and photography along the way.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-09: Phander Valley Exploration and Drive to Gahkuch
- Morning: Enjoy trout fishing at Phander Lake. Explore Phander Valley, renowned as “Little Kashmir” for its lush fields and breathtaking scenery.
- Afternoon: Drive to Gahkuch (103 km).
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-10: Drive from Gahkuch to Chilas
- Route: Drive to Gilgit (188 km, 5-6 hours), then continue to Chilas on the Karakoram Highway (135 km).
- Altitude: 1,265 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-11: Drive from Chilas to Islamabad
- Route: Drive from Chilas to Islamabad (394 km) via Babusar Pass (4,173 m).
- Altitude: 540 m.
- Accommodation: Hotel.
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day-12: Fly Back Home
Transfer: Transfer to Islamabad airport for your return flight.
