Itinerary
- Day 1
Islamabad
You'll arrive at Islamabad airport where your guide and driver will be waiting for you. From there, it's a transfer to your hotel in the city, giving you time to settle in and get oriented after your flight.
- Day 2
Islamabad to Gilgit to Karimabad
After flying from Islamabad to Gilgit, you'll see Nanga Parbat and other Himalayan peaks from the air. Then you're driving along the Karakoram Highway to Karimabad, stopping at Continental Collides and the Ancient Silk Road sites along the way. Lunch happens at Rakaposhi viewpoint, and later you'll walk through the local bazaar and check out Baltit Fort before heading to Duiker for sunset.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Rakaposhi viewpoint with panoramic mountain views)
Included Activities
- Flight from Islamabad to Gilgit with mountain views
- Continental Collides visit
- Ancient Silk Road visit
- Rakaposhi viewpoint lunch stop
- Karimabad local bazaar visit
- Baltit Fort visit
- Duiker village sunset experience
Landmarks/POIs Nanga Parbat Baltit Fort Rakaposhi Karimabad local bazaar Duiker - Day 3
Karimabad
This morning starts with exploring Karimabad and the surrounding area. You'll visit Altit Fort, which holds real historical importance in the region. After that, head to the Royal Garden where you can spend a peaceful afternoon without too much else on the schedule.
Included Activities
- Altit Fort visit
- Royal Garden visit
Landmarks/POIs Altit Fort Royal Garden - Day 4
Karimabad to Upper Hunza - Gojal Valley
You're driving to upper Hunza to see Ganish village, one of the oldest settlements in the area. The route takes you through Hopar and Nagar valley toward Hoper Glacier. Lunch happens in an apple garden, and then you'll check out Hunza Ancient Rock and Aaabad Lake before arriving in Gulmit or Shishkat for the night.
- Meals
- Lunch (Delightful lunch in an apple garden near the Glacier viewpoint)
Included Activities
- Ganish village visit
- Hoper Glacier visit
- Hunza Ancient Rock visit
- Aaabad Lake stop
Landmarks/POIs Ganish village Hoper Glacier Hunza Ancient Rock Aaabad Lake - Day 5
Khunjerab National Park
This is a full-day trip to Khunjerab National Park. You're heading to Khunjerab Pass, which sits at 4,693 meters and marks the border between Pakistan and China. Keep an eye out for rare wildlife like Ibex and snow leopards while you're up there. Later you'll return to your hotel in Gulmit or Ghulkin.
Included Activities
- Khunjerab National Park exploration
- Khunjerab Pass visit
Landmarks/POIs Khunjerab National Park Khunjerab Pass - Day 6
Passu Glacier - Borith Lake - Gulmit - Ghulkin
Start by exploring Passu Glacier and Borith Lake early on. After grabbing lunch, you'll head to Gulmit Village and take a hike up to Ondra Fort, which gives you panoramic views of the area. Then move on to Ghulkin Village to wander around and spend time with locals before heading back to your hotel.
- Meals
- Lunch
Included Activities
- Passu Glacier exploration
- Borith Lake visit
- Gulmit Village visit
- Ondra Fort hike
- Ghulkin Village visit
Landmarks/POIs Passu Glacier Borith Lake Gulmit Village Ondra Fort Ghulkin Village - Day 7
Passu Suspension Bridge - Zaraabad - Hussaini
This morning begins with crossing the Passu suspension bridge over the Hunza River, then you're trekking through the scenic Zaraabad area. After that, you'll cross the Hussaini suspension bridge to reach Hussaini village. A packed lunch comes with views of Passu Cones, Shishper Peak, Ultar Peak, Gulimit Tower, and PIA Tower. By evening you're back at the hotel.
- Meals
- Lunch (Delightful packed lunch (lux boxes) with panoramic views of Passu Cones, Shishper Peak, Ultar Peak, Gulimit Tower, and PIA Tower)
Included Activities
- Passu suspension bridge crossing
- Zaraabad hiking
- Hussaini suspension bridge crossing
- Hussaini village exploration
Landmarks/POIs Passu suspension bridge Passu Zaraabad Hussaini suspension bridge Hussaini village Passu Cones Shishper Peak Ultar Peak - Day 8
Upper Hunza to Besham
You're eating breakfast early, then starting the scenic drive back along the Karakoram Highway through the Indus valley. There are multiple stops at viewpoints including Nanga Parbat, the junction of mountain ranges, and where the Gilgit and Indus rivers meet. You'll arrive in Besham and check into your hotel for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along Karakoram Highway
- Nanga Parbat viewpoint stop
- Mountain ranges junction viewpoint
Landmarks/POIs Nanga Parbat Indus valley - Day 9
Besham to Islamabad
The drive from Besham to Islamabad includes a stop at the Taxila museum, a UNESCO heritage site where you can explore historical artifacts and cultural objects. Once in Islamabad, you'll visit the Faisal Mosque and Pakistan Monument. After that, you'll head to the airport about 3 hours before your scheduled flight departure.
Included Activities
- Taxila museum visit
- Faisal Mosque visit
- Pakistan Monument visit
Landmarks/POIs Taxila museum Faisal Mosque Pakistan Monument
