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15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral

15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral
15-Day Pakistan Odyssey: Lahore, Hunza & Chitral

About this tour

Starts in

Starts in Lahore

Pickup included from anywhere in Lahore

Duration

15 days

Age range

For ages 18 to 85

Best suited for the specified ages

Language

Guided in English

Led by experienced local guides

Cancellation

Cancellation options

Refund amount depends on when you cancel before the departure.

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A 15-day private journey from the Mughal heritage of Lahore to the far reaches of the Hindukush, covering more ground than almost any other tour in Pakistan. Three days in Lahore cover the Walled City...

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Places covered

LahoreIslamabadGilgitHunzaEagle's NestKhunjerab PassPassuAttabad LakeBorith LakeGhizerPhander ValleyMastujShandur PassChitralKalash ValleyYarkhunGol National ParkBumburet ValleyRumbur ValleyTaxila

Highlights

  • Lahore Museum with exceptional Gandhara and Mughal collections
  • Shalimar Gardens and Tomb of Emperor Jahangir in Lahore
  • Wagah Border flag-lowering ceremony on the Pakistan-India border
  • Lahore Walled City tour covering Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque, Wazir Khan Mosque
  • Domestic flight from Islamabad to Gilgit — one of the world's most scenic short flights
  • Rakaposhi Viewpoint and Altit and Baltit Forts in Hunza
  • Eagle's Nest sunset at Duikar over the entire Hunza Valley
  • Khunjerab Pass at 4,693m — the highest paved international border crossing
  • Boat ride across Attabad Lake and visit to Borith Lake
  • Kalash Valley Bumburet — one of the world's last surviving ancient cultures

What's Included

IncludedOne-way domestic flight from Islamabad to Gilgit
IncludedPrivate transport throughout in appropriate vehicles
IncludedExperienced driver with fuel and road tolls covered
IncludedQuality hotel accommodation on twin sharing basis
IncludedDaily breakfast and dinner as per itinerary
IncludedWater bottles during all road travel
IncludedGovernment-licensed tour guide throughout
IncludedEntry tickets to all tourist destinations

Itinerary

Day 1Arrival in Lahore

Arrive at Lahore International Airport and meet your guide. Transfer to hotel, rest and relax after the journey. Overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Lahore.

Day 2Lahore: Museum, Jahangir's Tomb and Wagah Border

Visit the Lahore Museum, one of the finest in South Asia with an exceptional Gandhara and Mughal collection. Continue to the Tomb of Emperor Jahangir across the Ravi River and the UNESCO-listed Shalimar Gardens built by Emperor Shah Jahan. In the evening, drive to Wagah Border for the famous flag-lowering ceremony on the Pakistan-India border.

Day 3Lahore: The Walled City

Comprehensive guided tour of the Walled City of Lahore starting at Delhi Gate, passing through various gates. Visits include Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Wazir Khan Mosque with an optional minaret climb, the Shahi Hammam Royal Bath and the Royal Trail. Explore traditional mohallas, street food stalls and local craft shops.

Day 4Drive to Islamabad

Departure for Islamabad with a short stopover en route. On arrival, visit Faisal Mosque, Lake View Park and the Pakistan Monument. Visit the Lok Virsa Heritage Museum. Drive up to Peersuhawa in the evening for aerial views over the city at sunset.

Day 5Fly to Gilgit and Drive to Hunza

Domestic flight from Islamabad to Gilgit at 8:00 AM. Meet your guide at Gilgit Airport and drive directly to Hunza Valley. Tea stop at the Rakaposhi Viewpoint. Arrive in Hunza and take guided tours of Altit Fort and Baltit Fort. Optional drive up to Eagle's Nest at Duikar for sunset views over the Hunza Valley.

Day 6Khunjerab Pass

Depart for Khunjerab Pass at 4,693m, the highest paved international border crossing in the world on the Pakistan-China border. Enjoy the spectacular landscapes along the way with stops at Passu Cones, Sust and through Khunjerab National Park. Return to Hunza in the evening.

Day 7Attabad Lake, Borith Lake and Drive to Gilgit

Spend the morning at the lake. Boat ride across Attabad Lake's vivid turquoise waters. Visit Borith Lake and enjoy the views of Passu Cones. Drive south to Gilgit in the evening.

Day 8Gilgit to Phandar Valley via Khalti Lake

Depart for the Ghizer Valley and Phandar, one of the most scenic and least-visited valleys in Gilgit-Baltistan. Stop at Gupis and visit Khalti Lake, a beautiful glacial lake rarely seen by tourists. Continue to Phandar Lake and explore the valley.

Day 9Phandar to Mastuj via Shandoor Top

Depart for Mastuj via the Ghizer Valley and Shandoor Top at 3,700m — the site of the world's highest polo ground, where an annual festival is held each July. Sightseeing stops at Phandar Lake and the pass. Continue to Mastuj.

Day 10Mastuj to Chitral

Depart for Chitral, the historic capital of the former princely state of the same name. Sightseeing stops along the way through the Yarkhun Valley. Arrive in Chitral and check in.

Helpful answers

The tour starts in Lahore and ends in Islamabad. Book your arrival flight to Lahore Airport (LHE) and departure from Islamabad International Airport (ISB).

Gilgit flights are weather-dependent and cancellations are common. If the flight is cancelled, an alternative road route via the Karakoram Highway will be arranged. Itinerary adjustments will be made accordingly.

Two full days are dedicated to the Kalash people: one in Bumburet Valley and one in Rumbur Valley. These are two separate communities within the same culture, each with its own shrines, festivals and architecture. It is one of the most unique cultural experiences available anywhere in Pakistan.

Shandoor Top at 3,700m is a high-altitude plateau on the border of Gilgit-Baltistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. It is famous for hosting the world's highest polo ground, where an annual festival attracts teams from Chitral and Gilgit each July.

Breakfast and dinner are included daily throughout the tour. Lunch is not included on any day. Your guide will recommend the best local options at each stop.

What to know

  • This is a fully private tour with exclusive vehicle and guide
  • One-way domestic flight from Islamabad to Gilgit is weather-dependent
  • Phandar Valley and Shandoor route are rarely visited with rough road conditions
  • Two full days are dedicated to the Kalash Valley cultural experience
  • Khunjerab Pass is subject to seasonal road conditions and border regulations
  • Weather varies dramatically from warm in Lahore to cold in Shandoor and Chitral
  • Mobile network is weak or absent in Phandar Valley, Shandoor and parts of Chitral
  • Taxila can be visited on Day 14 or Day 15 depending on flight timing
  • Travellers with mobility limitations due to uneven terrain walking
  • Those with rigid schedules who cannot accommodate flight cancellations
  • Solo travellers as minimum booking is 2 persons
  • Travellers expecting smooth tarmac roads throughout the journey
  • Original passport with valid Pakistan visa
  • Warm jacket, thermals and fleece for high-altitude areas
  • Light clothing for Lahore and Islamabad
  • Comfortable walking shoes for city tours and valley walks
  • Modest clothing for mosque and shrine visits
  • Sunglasses, hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • Personal medications for the full 15-day duration
  • Sufficient cash in Pakistani Rupees for lunch and tips
  • Power bank and camera
  • Refillable water bottle

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