6-Day Cultural Tour of Islamabad, Taxila, Peshawar and Khewra
About This Tour
Discover Islamabad, Taxila, Khewra, and Peshawar on this 6-day cultural journey through some of Pakistan's most significant religious, archaeological, and histo...
Duration: 6 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Yes · Cities: Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Taxila, Khanpur, Khewra · Languages: English, Urdu
About Peshawar
Peshawar
Peshawar sits on the verge of the precipitous Khyber Pass, its old city awash with bazaars and minarets. Come and explore this ancient frontier town of the Persians with a local local guide.
What's Included
- Full-day AC car with fuel
- All parking and entrance fees
- Tea/soft drinks
- English-speaking tour guide
- Toll taxes
Not Included
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Islamabad
Meet on arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.
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2Day 02
Islamabad City Tour
Visit the Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in Pakistan. Go to Shakarparian National Park and Lok Virsa Heritage Museum. Explore Saidpur village, Shrine Of Hazrat Bari Imam Sarkar, and Damne Koh.
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3Day 03
Ancient Taxila and Khanpur Dam
See the Nicholson Monument en route, along with the famous historic sites of Taxila Museum, the Bhir Mound, Dharmajika, Julian Buddhist Monastery, Mohra Marado, Jauliyan University, and Sirkip. Visit Khanpur Dam in the land of oranges.
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4Day 04
Khewra Salt Mines and Katas Raj Temples
Drive approximately 180 km from Islamabad to Khewra Salt Mines, the world's second-largest salt mine. See different salt types at the Khewra Salt Mines. Head to seek blessings at the famous Katas Raj Temples.
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5Day 05
Peshawar Excursion and Return to Islamabad
Travel 180 km to Peshawar. Visit Takht Bhai en route, the most well-preserved monastery. Explore Peshawar, one of the oldest cities in Pakistan. Visit Kissa Khawani bazaar, the Mohabat Khan mosque, and Peshawar museum. Drive back to Islamabad.
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6Day 06
Departure Transfer
Transfer to the airport for the return flight.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Islamabad Gandhara International Airport, Pakistan · Tour start: New Islamabad, Airport Road, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
