Arrival at Islamabad International Airport and transfer to hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided city tour including Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, Lok Virsa Museum, and a panoramic view from Daman-e-Koh. Overnight at hotel.

Early morning departure via the Hazara Motorway and the legendary Karakoram Highway. Optional route via Babusar Pass (4,100 m) during summer months. En-route visit ancient Buddhist rock carvings at Shatial. Overnight in Chilas.

Drive along the Indus River with first dramatic views of Nanga Parbat. Leave the Karakoram Highway and enter the scenic Astore Valley, reaching the remote village of Tarashing, directly beneath the Rupal Face. Overnight in tents or basic lodge.

Begin trekking through glacier moraines, green pastures, and summer villages. Cross the Tarashing Glacier and camp near freshwater springs at Herligkoffer Base Camp, named after Dr. Karl Herrligkoffer. Overnight in tents.

Free day to explore surroundings and acclimatize beneath the towering Rupal Face. Overnight in tents.

A scenic walk through juniper and birch forests, passing seasonal settlements. Stunning views of Rupal Peak (5,484 m) and Laila Peak (5,600 m). Camp in grassy meadows with fresh spring water.

Trek along the Toshain Glacier moraine with continuous views of Nanga Parbat, Laila Peak, and Rupal Face. Camp in a high alpine meadow. Afternoon acclimatization walk. Overnight in tents.

Gradual ascent across meadows and rocky terrain to Mazeno High Camp. Afternoon training session on crampons, harnesses, ropes, and safety techniques for the Mazeno Pass crossing. Overnight in tents.

Early start to cross the legendary Mazeno Pass, the most challenging section of the trek. Steep descent onto the Loiba Glacier, using fixed ropes where necessary. Camp at Chatti, a beautiful grassy campsite. Overnight in tents.

A demanding day over Sargalio Ban Pass (5,140 m) on unstable rocky terrain. Descend into a lush valley with juniper trees and streams. Camp at Sargalio Ban with breathtaking mountain views.