8-Day Pakistan Mountain Tour with Hunza and Khunjerab Border
About This Tour
Embark on an 8-day journey through Pakistan's breathtaking northern landscapes, from Islamabad to Chilas, Hunza, Passu, and Khunjerab. Experience Pakistan's war...
Duration: 8 Days · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Cities: Islamabad, Taxila, Gilgit, Hunza, Chilas, Besham, Khunjerab National Park, Nanga Parbat · Languages: English
Know before you go: If you want any changes to your tour, they can be arranged according to your requirements before your hotel reservation.
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Khunjerab National Park
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What's Included
- Airport and road transfers in an AC coach, and a van for Borith Lake
- Hotel accommodation at all destinations listed in your tour plan
- All meals during the tour
- Services of an English-speaking guide, including food and accommodation
- Tickets for Altit and Baltit Museum and Khunjerab National Park
- Toll taxes and parking fees
- Visa support letter
Not Included
- International and domestic airfare, airport tax, and excess baggage charges
- Personal clothing and equipment
- Extras at hotels, such as drinks, laundry, and phone calls
- Insurance liability and other costs arising under force majeure conditions, medical aid, helicopter rescue coverage, etc.
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Arrival in Islamabad
Meet and greet your Hunza Valley tour guide upon arrival in Islamabad. Meet and greet your Hunza Valley tour guide upon arrival in Islamabad. Transfer and check in to your hotel. Transfer and check in to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day.
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2Day 02
Drive from Islamabad to Chilas
After breakfast at 6, drive to Chilas, the first district of Gilgit Baltistan. After breakfast at 6, drive to Chilas, the first district of Gilgit Baltistan. Stop en route for photography and enjoy the views of the Great Indus River and the KKH. Stop en route for photography and enjoy the views of the Great Indus River and the KKH. Have lunch at Besham. Have lunch at Besham. Marvel at the famous rock painting at Shahtayal in the area of KPK. Marvel at the famous rock painting at Shahtayal in the area of KPK. Overnight stay at Chilas.
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3Day 03
Journey to Karimabad Hunza
Drive to Karimabad Hunza, the district headquarters of Hunza. Drive to Karimabad Hunza, the district headquarters of Hunza. On the way, stop to view Pakistan's second-highest mountain, Nanga Parbat, at 8125 m. On the way, stop to view Pakistan's second-highest mountain, Nanga Parbat, at 8125 m. Stop at the meeting point of the three great mountain ranges: Karakorum, Himalaya, and Hindukush. Stop at the meeting point of the three great mountain ranges: Karakorum, Himalaya, and Hindukush. Sit down for lunch at Gilgit or at the Rakaposhi (7788 m) viewpoint. Sit down for lunch at Gilgit or at the Rakaposhi (7788 m) viewpoint. Drive to Karimabad and, en route, savour the views of the mountains and the river. Drive to Karimabad and, en route, savour the views of the mountains and the river. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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4Day 04
Hunza Sunrise and Hopper Valley Excursion
Catch the sunrise at Hunza and enjoy a photography session. Catch the sunrise at Hunza and enjoy a photography session. Have lunch at Hopper Village. Have lunch at Hopper Village. Return to Karimabad. Return to Karimabad. Spend time in Karimabad, enjoy the sunset, and capture some photographs. Spend time in Karimabad, enjoy the sunset, and capture some photographs. Stay overnight at Hotel Hunza.
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5Day 05
From Karimabad Hunza to Passu Gojal
Enjoy the sunrise view at 4 am. After these interesting activities, enjoy your breakfast. Enjoy the sunrise view at 4 am. After these interesting activities, enjoy your breakfast. Drive to Gulmit, the winter resort of the rulers of Hunza, famous for the winter migratory bird hunt. Drive to Gulmit, the winter resort of the rulers of Hunza, famous for the winter migratory bird hunt. En route to Gulmit, observe the famous Ultar Peak from Ganish and then proceed to Gulmit. En route to Gulmit, observe the famous Ultar Peak from Ganish and then proceed to Gulmit. Head for a short excursion to Hussaini, Ghulkin, and Gulmit village, and enjoy beautiful views of Passu Glacier and Ghulkin Glacier. Head for a short excursion to Hussaini, Ghulkin, and Gulmit village, and enjoy beautiful views of Passu Glacier and Ghulkin Glacier. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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6Day 06
Khunjerab Border Excursion from Passu
Drive in the morning to the border of Pakistan and China, above 4000 m. Halt at the top for a rest. On the way, see ibex and other mountain animals. Drive in the morning to the border of Pakistan and China, above 4000 m. Halt at the top for a rest. On the way, see ibex and other mountain animals. Visit the villages at the border. Visit the villages at the border. Have lunch at Sost and drive back to Hunza. Have lunch at Sost and drive back to Hunza. If there is ample ambient natural light, indulge in a round of photography. If there is ample ambient natural light, indulge in a round of photography. Stay overnight at the hotel.
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7Day 07
Drive from Passu to Besham
After breakfast, drive to Besham. On the way, view Nanga Parbat and the three great mountain ranges. After breakfast, drive to Besham. On the way, view Nanga Parbat and the three great mountain ranges. Have lunch at Chilas and continue the drive to Besham. Have lunch at Chilas and continue the drive to Besham. Overnight at Besham Hotel.
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8Day 08
Taxila Visit and Return to Islamabad
After breakfast, drive to Islamabad. On the way, visit Taxila, and after a short visit to the capital, enjoy your dinner at a Pakistani restaurant. After breakfast, drive to Islamabad. On the way, visit Taxila, and after a short visit to the capital, enjoy your dinner at a Pakistani restaurant. Drive to the airport for your onward journey. Drive to the airport for your onward journey.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan · Tour start: Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.