14-Day Cultural Tour of Pakistan with UNESCO Sites and Sufi Shrines
About This Tour
Explore Pakistan on a cultural journey from Karachi to Islamabad, discovering the country's rich history, architectural marvels, ancient tombs, magnificent fort...
Duration: 14 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Islamabad, Peshawar, Mardan, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, Taxila, Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Khairpur, Thatta, Sehwan Sharif · Languages: English, Urdu
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What's Included
- Transportation
- Hotel accommodation
- Hotel meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- English-speaking local guide
- Entry fees for museums, forts, and tourist resorts
- Toll taxes and parking fees
Not Included
- International flight tickets
- Personal refreshments
- Medical kit and any medicines
- Single supplement
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Karachi and City Exploration
Arrive at Karachi airport, meet your guide, and transfer to the hotel. In the afternoon, take a city tour of Karachi.
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2Day 02
Drive to Hyderabad via Chaukundi, Banbhore, Makli and Thatta
Drive to Hyderabad via the Chaukundi tombs, which feature 15th- to 18th-century stone carvings on Muslim graves. Visit the following cultural and historical establishments on the journey:Banbhore, the earliest Islamic city outside Arabia, dating to 711 AD.Makli, the largest Muslim cemetery, with magnificent mausoleums of kings from the 17th century.Shahjehan Mosque, a masterpiece of Shahjehan, the builder of the Taj Mahal, in Thatta. Banbhore, the earliest Islamic city outside Arabia, dating to 711 AD. Makli, the largest Muslim cemetery, with magnificent mausoleums of kings from the 17th century. Shahjehan Mosque, a masterpiece of Shahjehan, the builder of the Taj Mahal, in Thatta. Overnight at a hotel in Hyderabad.
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3Day 03
Drive to Sehwan Sharif via Sufi and Fort Heritage
Drive to Sehwan Sharif, and en route, visit the Shrine of Shah Abdul Latif and the world's largest fort, RaniKot Fort. Overnight at a hotel in Sehwan.
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4Day 04
Visit Lal Shahbaz Qalandar and Continue to Moen Jo Daro and Sukkur
In the morning, visit the shrine of Lal Shahbaz Qalandar. Later, drive to Moen Jo Daro. In the afternoon, continue to Sukkur. Overnight at a hotel in Sukkur.
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5Day 05
Explore Sukkur and Khairpur's Architectural Landmarks
Enjoy a full-day tour of Sukkur's architectural sites, including the Minaret of Masoom Shah and the Sukkur Barrage. Later, drive to Khairpur to see the magnificent Faiz Mahal and Kot DG Fort, as well as a big mosque in red stone. Overnight at the hotel.
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6Day 06
Drive to Bahawalpur via Bhong and Uch Sharief
Drive to Bahawalpur. En route, visit the mosque at Bhong and the shrines of Uch Sharief, including the mausoleum, Mosque Jalaluddin Surkh Bukhari, and Bibi Jawindi Mausoleum. Overnight at the hotel.
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7Day 07
Morning Excursion to Derawar Fort and Drive to Multan
Enjoy a morning excursion to Derawar Fort, then drive to Multan. Overnight at a hotel in Multan.
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8Day 08
Discover the Shrines and Bazaars of Multan
Enjoy a full-day visit to Multan, including the Shrine of Shah Rukn-e-Alam and other shrines and bazaars. Experience the Big Mosque Eidgah, Hussain Agahi Bazar, Chowk Bazar, Mausoleum Baha-ud-Din Zakaria, and Mausoleum Shams-ud-Din Sabzwari. Overnight at a hotel in Multan.
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9Day 09
Drive to Lahore via the Harappa Archaeological Site
Drive to Lahore and, en route, visit the Harappa site of the Indus civilization, including a cemetery, a barn, an irrigation system, and a museum. Overnight at the hotel.
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10Day 10
Explore Lahore Forts, Mosques and Cultural Treasures
Enjoy a full-day tour of Lahore, including visits to Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque, and the flag ceremony at the border with India. Visit Anarkali Bazaar, Wazir Khan Mosque, Shalimar Garden, Mausoleum of Jahangir and Nur Jahan, Mausoleum of Data Ganj Baksh, and Mela Chiragan. Overnight at a hotel in Lahore.
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11Day 11
Drive to Islamabad via the Salt Mine
Drive to Islamabad and visit the salt mine, Shah Faisal Mosque, and Shakarparian viewpoint. Overnight at a hotel in Islamabad.
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12Day 12
Drive to Mardan and Peshawar for Buddhist and City Heritage
Drive to Mardan to visit Takhet-e-Bahi, the Buddhist monastery. Then drive to Peshawar and visit the bazaar and museum, Mahabat Khan Mosque, and Qissa Khawani Bazaar.
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13Day 13
Return to Islamabad via Taxila and Rawalpindi
Drive back to Islamabad from Peshawar and visit the Taxila sites, the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Buddhist period. Visit the following highlights of the city:RawalpindiShah Faisal Mosque and Raja BazaarShakarparianMausoleum of Sufi Bari Imam ShrineLearn truck paintingRepair districtSaeed Pur Village Rawalpindi Shah Faisal Mosque and Raja Bazaar Shakarparian Mausoleum of Sufi Bari Imam Shrine Learn truck painting Repair district Saeed Pur Village Overnight at a hotel in Islamabad.
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14Day 14
Departure from Islamabad
Depart from Islamabad with a drop at the airport for your onward journey home.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Islamabad, Pakistan · Tour start: Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.