12-Day Hiking Tour in Pakistan with Fairy Meadows and Patundas
About This Tour
Embark on a 12-day adventure through Pakistan's picturesque mountain landscapes, combining the trek to Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat Base Camp with a 4-day hik...
Duration: 12 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Moderate · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Hunza, Skardu, Khunjerab National Park, Nanga Parbat · Languages: English, Mandarin
Know before you go: Avoid going in winter.; April to October is the best season for this tour.
About Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi
Getting a Pakistan tour guide from Everest Global Hub for the city of Rawalpindi can help you explore the pretty parks, old Mughal forts and Buddhist heritage centres.
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Meals (breakfast and dinner)
- Land transportation during the tour
- Flight from Islamabad to Skardu and return flight from Skardu to Islamabad
- All road tolls and fuel expenses
- Tour guide services
- Chinese-speaking tour guide
Not Included
- Anything not mentioned as included
- Any type of entry tickets or passes
- Lunch or any type of snacks
- Boating or rafting tickets
- Any type of hot or cold drink
- Personal expenses
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Islamabad and Twin Cities Sightseeing
Arrive at Islamabad airport and transfer to the hotel. Later, enjoy sightseeing in the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Overnight in Islamabad.
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2Day 02
Flight to Skardu and Trek to Fairy Meadows
Early in the morning, drive to Islamabad Airport to take a flight to Skardu. Drive from Skardu Airport to Raikot Bridge. From Raikot Bridge, switch to a 4x4 jeep and drive to Tato Village. Trek to Fairy Meadows (about 2 hours). Night stay at Fairy Meadows in camping tents or huts.
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3Day 03
Nanga Parbat Base Camp Trek
Walk along the Nanga Parbat glacier at an elevation of 13,000 ft. Make a short stop at Biyal, at the glacier crossing. Enjoy another view of Nanga Parbat. Continue the trek to base camp. Night stay at Fairy Meadows in camping tents or huts.
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4Day 04
Return from Fairy Meadows and Drive to Hunza
Trek back from Fairy Meadows to Tato Village. Drive by jeep from Tato Village to KKH (Raikot Bridge) alongside the Karakoram mountain range. On the way, enjoy beautiful views of villages in Nagar and Hunza, including Rakaposhi and Attabad Lake. Switch vehicles and continue driving to Borith Lake. Overnight at a resort in Borith Lake. Have dinner at a local house in Hunza and meet people from the community.
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5Day 05
Start the Patundas Trek to Luzdur
Early morning drive to Zero Point. Start the 4-day trek to Patundas Meadow from the beautiful Borith Lake, crossing the Passu White Glacier on the way. Take a break in Kouk for snacks. Cross the Passu Glacier. Overnight in Luzdur in tents.
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6Day 06
Steep Ascent from Luzdur to Patundas
Early morning trek from Luzdur to Patundas. This is a steep hike, ascending while leaving the white glacier beneath and Passu Peak beside you. Reach Patundas Meadow and enjoy amazing food. Overnight in tents or shepherd's huts, whichever you prefer.
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7Day 07
Hike to Yorch and Passu Peak Base Camp
Early morning hike to Yorch (Passu Peak base camp). Have light snacks. Start hiking back to camp. Overnight in tents in Patundas. Patundas is called the Table of Mountains, with the Passu and Batura glaciers on both sides, making it an amazing experience. Hike to the base camp of Passu Peak and view 8 different known peaks on the way.
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8Day 08
Descend to Luzdur and Return to Borith
Early morning trek and descend back to Luzdur. Cross the Passu Glacier and make a brief stop at Kouk for snacks. Return to Borith village while crossing the Passu Glacier for the second time. Overnight in a hotel at Borith Lake.
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9Day 09
Khunjerab Pass and Border Excursion
Early morning drive to Khunjerab Pass at the Pakistan-China border. On the way, stop at the Passu Cones viewpoint. Visit Sost Bazar. Cross Khunjerab National Park, where you may see Markhor, marmots, brown bears, or snow leopards if you are lucky. Depending on the available time, visit the Hussaini Suspension Bridge. Take pictures and walk around before driving back to Borith.
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10Day 10
Scenic Drive Back to Skardu
Early morning drive to Skardu, with stopovers at different locations along the way. Visit Junction Point, where three of the world's great mountain ranges meet, Attabad Lake, and the Rakaposhi viewpoint for snacks. Depending on the available time, visit Skardu Bazar. Overnight in Skardu.
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11Day 11
Fly to Islamabad and Evening at Leisure
Early in the morning, fly from Skardu to Islamabad. Pick up from Islamabad airport and transfer to the hotel. Later in the evening, have dinner in Islamabad. Overnight in Islamabad.
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12Day 12
Islamabad Landmarks and Departure
Visit the twin cities' landmarks, including Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, and Raja Bazar. In the evening, transfer to the airport to fly back home.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan · Tour start: New Islamabad Airport Rd, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.