Itinerary
- Day 1
Islamabad
You'll arrive in Islamabad and connect with your guide and driver at the airport for the trip to your hotel. After settling in, spend the day checking out the city's main sights like Shakarparian, Pakistan Monument, Faisal Mosque, and Daman-E-Koh. If there's enough daylight, you might swing through Rawalpindi as well. Lunch happens at the well-known Monal Restaurant, then you'll head back to your hotel for dinner.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Monal Restaurant in Islamabad), Dinner (Dinner at the hotel)
Included Activities
- City tour of Islamabad including Shakarparian
- Visit Pakistan Monument
- Visit Faisal Mosque
- Visit Daman-E-Koh
- Quick city tour of Rawalpindi (if time allows)
Landmarks/POIs Shakarparian Pakistan Monument Faisal Mosque Daman-E-Koh - Day 2
Islamabad to Skardu
An early flight gets you to Skardu, where your guide meets you at the airport. You'll drive through the Cold Desert to Shigar and visit Bara Pani. From there, you can take an optional walk around Shigar or, if you're up for it, try the optional 1-hour hike to Jarba Xho. The night is in Skardu.
Included Activities
- Drive through Cold Desert to Shigar
- Visit Bara Pani
Optional Activities
- Walk around Shigar
- Hike to Jarba Xho – 1 hour one-way walk (for hikers only)
Landmarks/POIs Bara Pani Shigar Jarba Xho - Day 3
Skardu
Heading out toward Kharmang district, you'll reach Manthoka waterfall and have free time to relax or walk around the area. After exploring, you'll drive back to Skardu for the night.
Included Activities
- Drive to Manthoka waterfall
Landmarks/POIs Kharmang district Manthoka waterfall - Day 4
Skardu
Start with Chaqchan Mosque, then drive toward Sailing Meadows where you'll try fresh trout at local fish farms. You'll explore Khaplu Valley during the day, then stay overnight in Skardu.
Included Activities
- Visit Chaqchan Mosque
- Drive towards Sailing Meadows
- Enjoy trout fish at local fish farms
- Explore Khaplu Valley
Landmarks/POIs Chaqchan Mosque Sailing Meadows Khaplu Valley - Day 5
Skardu to Hunza Valley
The drive to Hunza Valley takes about 5 hours, and you'll see plenty along the way. Once you check in at your hotel, you have free time to relax. Later, wander through Karimabad Bazaar on your own to get a feel for the local scene.
Included Activities
- Drive to Hunza Valley
- Sightseeing on the way
Optional Activities
- Explore Karimabad Bazaar in the evening
Landmarks/POIs Hunza Valley Karimabad Bazaar - Day 6
Hunza Valley
You'll spend the morning and afternoon visiting Altit Fort and Baltit Fort, taking time to walk through both. Head to Duikar Valley in the evening to catch the sunset. Later, there's free time to hang out on the tourist street in Karimabad.
Included Activities
- Visit Altit Fort
- Visit Baltit Fort
- Sunset at Duikar Valley
Optional Activities
- Free time at night in the tourist street Karimabad
Landmarks/POIs Altit Fort Baltit Fort Duikar Valley - Day 7
Hunza Valley
At Attabad Lake, you can pick between boating or jet ski activities. You'll also see the Hussaini Suspension Bridge and check out Passu Cones, which offer nice views of the landscape.
Included Activities
- Visit Attabad Lake
- Visit Hussaini Suspension Bridge
- Visit Passu Cones
Optional Activities
- Boating at Attabad Lake
- Jet ski activities at Attabad Lake
Landmarks/POIs Attabad Lake Hussaini Suspension Bridge Passu Cones - Day 8
Hunza Valley
You'll go to Borith Lake and choose between rafting or paddle boat activities. If you're interested, there's an optional 1-hour hike available to reach the Batura glacier viewpoint.
Included Activities
- Visit Borith Lake
Optional Activities
- Rafting at Borith Lake
- Paddle boat activities at Borith Lake
- Hike to Batura glacier viewpoint (1 hour)
Landmarks/POIs Borith Lake Batura glacier viewpoint - Day 9
Hunza Valley to Gilgit
A day trip takes you through Hoper Valley to see village settlements and Hoper Glacier. You'll do channel walks and hikes around the area, then drive to Gilgit (about 2 hours). You'll stay overnight in Gilgit city.
Included Activities
- Day excursion in Hoper Valley
- Immerse into the village settlement of Hoper
- Visit Hoper Glacier
- Channel walks and hikes in the valley
- Drive to Gilgit
Landmarks/POIs Hoper Valley Hoper Glacier - Day 10
Gilgit to Peshawar
You'll get a transfer to the airport and then a 2.5-hour road trip to Peshawar. After checking in at your hotel, you'll head to Bab-e-Khybar to start exploring.
Included Activities
- Road trip to Peshawar
- Departure for Bab-e-Khybar
Landmarks/POIs Bab-e-Khybar - Day 11
Peshawar
Visit Landi Kotal and Jumrud Fort, then move on to Qila Bala Hisar, Peshawar Museum, Sethi House, and Muhabbat Khan Mosque. Dinner takes place at Namak Mandi, a local eating spot known for its food.
- Meals
- Dinner (Night food at Namak Mandi)
Included Activities
- Visit Landi Kotal
- Visit Jumrud Fort
- Visit Qila Bala Hisar
- Visit Peshawar Museum
- Visit Sethi House
- Visit Muhabbat Khan Mosque
Landmarks/POIs Landi Kotal Jumrud Fort Qila Bala Hisar Peshawar Museum Sethi House Muhabbat Khan Mosque - Day 12
Peshawar to Lahore
This day focuses on shopping and food. You'll check out Peshawar Zoo and Qisa Khani Bazaar for sightseeing and picking up items. After that, it's a 6-hour road trip to Lahore, and you'll check in at your hotel for the night.
Included Activities
- Sightseeing at Peshawar Zoo
- Sightseeing at Qisa Khani Bazaar
- Road trip to Lahore
Optional Activities
- Shopping at Peshawar Zoo area
- Food fest experiences
Landmarks/POIs Peshawar Zoo Qisa Khani Bazaar - Day 13
Lahore
You'll explore Lahore's cultural heritage since it's Pakistan's historic cultural heart. Walking through Lahore Fort and the grand Badshahi Mosque takes up the day. Try local food at Fort Road Food Street to round things out.
Included Activities
- Wander around Lahore Fort
- Explore Badshahi Mosque
- Taste local cuisine at Fort Road Food Street
Landmarks/POIs Lahore Fort Badshahi Mosque Fort Road Food Street - Day 14
Lahore
Walking through Lahore's old walled city means passing through different gates and ending at Delhi Gate. You'll go through the Mughal-era Wazir Khan Mosque along the way. Dinner happens at Anarkali Food Street, and there's time to shop for traditional garments, khussa shoes, and local souvenirs.
- Meals
- Dinner (Dinner at Anarkali Food Street)
Included Activities
- Visit gates in the walled city
- Visit Delhi Gate
- Pass through Wazir Khan Mosque
- Dinner at Anarkali Food Street
Optional Activities
- Shop for traditional garments at Anarkali Food Street
- Shop for khussa shoes at Anarkali Food Street
- Shop for souvenirs of Lahore
Landmarks/POIs Walled City of Lahore Delhi Gate Wazir Khan Mosque Anarkali Food Street - Day 15
Lahore
A guided tour covers Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque, Minare Pakistan, and Sikh Gurudwara Dera Sahib. You'll see Sheesh Mahal, Royal Hammam, Deewan-e-Aam, and Deewan-e-Khas with detailed historical information. Plan on 4 to 5 hours for this comprehensive visit.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Lahore Fort
- Visit Sheesh Mahal
- Visit Royal Hammam
- Visit Deewan-e-Aam
- Visit Deewan-e-Khas
- Visit Badshahi Mosque
- Visit Minare Pakistan
- Visit Sikh Gurudwara Dera Sahib
Landmarks/POIs Lahore Fort Sheesh Mahal Royal Hammam Deewan-e-Aam Deewan-e-Khas Badshahi Mosque Minare Pakistan Sikh Gurudwara Dera Sahib - Day 16
Lahore to Multan
Traveling to Wagah border with India, you'll watch the impressive flag hoisting ceremony. Then it's a 4-hour drive to Multan, where you'll check in at your hotel for the night.
Included Activities
- Witness flag hoisting ceremony at Wagah border
- Drive to Multan
Landmarks/POIs Wagah Border - Day 17
Multan
You'll visit the famous mausoleums of Shah Rukn e Alam, Bahauddin Zakaria, and Shah Shams Tabrez. The night is spent in Multan.
Included Activities
- Visit Shah Rukn e Alam mausoleum
- Visit Bahauddin Zakaria mausoleum
- Visit Shah Shams Tabrez mausoleum
Landmarks/POIs Shah Rukn e Alam mausoleum Bahauddin Zakaria mausoleum Shah Shams Tabrez mausoleum - Day 18
Multan to Bahawalpur to Lahore
A 2-hour drive gets you to Bahawalpur, where you'll explore sights like Noor Mahal and Bahawalpur Zoo. Later, you'll drive back to Lahore and check in at your hotel for the night.
Included Activities
- Drive to Bahawalpur
- Visit Noor Mahal
- Visit Bahawalpur Zoo
- Return to Lahore
Landmarks/POIs Noor Mahal Bahawalpur Zoo - Day 19
Lahore to Karachi
Flying from Lahore to Karachi, you'll check in at your hotel and start exploring Karachi as Pakistan's commercial and cultural center. The city has colonial architecture, varied communities, and historic sites. In the evening, you'll head to Boat Basin for a look around.
Included Activities
- Visit Boat Basin
Optional Activities
- Visit old Karachi
- Visit souvenir market
- Visit elaborate mosques and towers
- Visit cathedrals and temples
Landmarks/POIs Boat Basin - Day 20
Karachi
Before you head out, you'll visit Mohatta Palace Museum and Frere Hall for a final bit of cultural exploration. Then it's off to the airport to end the tour.
Included Activities
- Visit Mohatta Palace Museum
- Visit Frere Hall
Landmarks/POIs Mohatta Palace Museum Frere Hall
