16-Day Gandhara and Indus Civilization Tour in Pakistan with UNESCO Sites

16 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on a 16-day journey through the ancient wonders and vibrant cultural landscapes of Pakistan, from Karachi to Swat Valley. Explore iconic UNESCO World Her...

Duration: 16 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, Taxila, Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Swāt · Languages: English

Know before you go: Karachi: Hotel One 3*; Hyderabad: Indus Hotel 3*; Sukkur: Hotel One 3*; Bahawalpur: Hotel One 3*; Multan: Ramada Hotel 4*+; Lahore: Luxus Grand Hotel 4*; Islamabad: Hill View Hotel 4*; Peshawar: Destination Heritage 4*; Swat: Hotel One 3*; If you need a single room, extra charges will apply.; 01-02 PAX: One Toyota Corolla car (4-seater); 03-08 PAX: One van (13-seater); One PAX will be charged double the one-person package rate.; Single room supplement is US$ 600 per person per room.; Driver expenses for meals and room will be paid by the tourist on a daily basis.

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What's Included

Hotel accommodation (all rooms are based on twin sharing).
Daily breakfast as per itinerary.
Air-conditioned transport, including fuel and toll taxes.

Not Included

Entrance fees
Tips for the guide and driver
Meals such as all lunches and all dinners
Extras such as soft drinks, ice cream, hard drinks, etc. during meals
International airfares
Extra services not mentioned in the cost inclusions
Guide
Driver's daily meal and living expenses

Itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Karachi

Upon arrival at Karachi airport, meet, assist, and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Karachi.
2

Day 02

Karachi City Highlights

After breakfast, visit the Karachi National Museum and Mohatta Palace. In the afternoon, visit Clifton Beach. Overnight at the hotel.
3

Day 03

Karachi to Hyderabad via Historic Monuments

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Hyderabad, en route visiting Chaukhandi Tombs, Makli Hills, and Shah Jahan Mosque. After lunch, continue the drive to Hyderabad. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Hyderabad.
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Day 04

Hyderabad to Mohenjo-Daro and Sukkur

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning drive to Mohenjo-Daro to visit and explore the archaeological site and museum. Lunch at a local restaurant. Continue to Sukkur, arrive, and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at a local restaurant in Sukkur. Overnight in Sukkur.
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Day 05

Sukkur to Bahawalpur via Uch Sharif

Breakfast at the hotel, followed by a morning drive to Bahawalpur. Lunch at a local restaurant. Visit Uch Sharif. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Bahawalpur.
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Day 06

Derawar Fort Excursion and Drive to Multan

After breakfast, proceed for an excursion to Derawar Fort with a packed lunch. Then drive to Multan. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Multan.
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Day 07

Multan Shrines, Harappa, and Lahore

Breakfast at the hotel. Morning visit to the Sufi shrines of Shah Rukn-e-Alam and Bahauddin Zakariya Tomb. Then drive to Lahore, en route visiting Harappa. Lunch at a local restaurant in Sahiwal. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Lahore.
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Day 08

Lahore Fort, Royal Mosque, and Wagah Border

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Lahore, including the Royal Mosque and Lahore Fort. After lunch, visit Wagah Border to witness the flag-lowering ceremony between India and Pakistan. Enjoy a traditional dinner at Village Restaurant Lahore, a very famous restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 09

Lahore Museum, Anarkali Bazaar, and Shalimar Gardens

After breakfast, visit Lahore National Museum and Anarkali Bazaar. After lunch, visit Shalimar Gardens, a UNESCO site. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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Day 10

Lahore to Islamabad via Rohtas Fort

After breakfast, drive to Islamabad, en route visiting Rohtas Fort. Visit a shopping mall in Islamabad. Dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Islamabad.
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Day 11

Taxila Heritage and Islamabad City Tour

After breakfast, proceed to visit the Taxila sites of Dharmarajika and Sirkap, along with Taxila Museum. En route, visit grand truck painting sites and art workshops. Lunch at a local restaurant in Taxila. In the afternoon, enjoy an Islamabad city tour with visits to Shakar Parian, Pakistan Monument, and Lok Virsa. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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Day 12

Islamabad to Peshawar and Old City Markets

After breakfast, drive to Peshawar. Upon arrival, visit Peshawar Museum, Qissa Khwani Bazaar, and explore Peshawar's old markets. Lunch at a local restaurant. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Peshawar.
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Day 13

Takht-e-Bhai and Journey to Swat

After breakfast, drive to Swat Valley, en route visiting Takht-e-Bhai. Then continue the drive to Swat. Arrive and transfer to a restaurant for dinner. Overnight in Swat.
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Day 14

Swat Buddhist Heritage Excursion

After breakfast, proceed for a full-day sightseeing tour of Swat, including visits to Swat Museum, Butkara I, Butkara II, and Shangardar Stupa. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.
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Day 15

Swat to Islamabad with Evening Sightseeing

Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Islamabad, en route lunch at a local restaurant. During free time in Islamabad, visit Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, and Shakar Parian.
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Day 16

Saidpur Village, Shopping, and Airport Transfer

Breakfast at the hotel, then drive to Saidpur Village. Visit Rawalpindi old market and Islamabad market for shopping, then after dinner transfer to the airport. Note: If the flight is early in the morning, transfer to the airport will be arranged according to your flight timing. Accommodation: No

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Karachi, Pakistan · Tour start: Karachi, Karachi City, Sindh, Pakistan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.