10 Days North Pakistan: The Karakoram Highway Adventure

Operated by Travel & Culture Services

Join us on a spectacular journey to the "Roof of the World." This 10-day tour is specially designed for international tourists to witness the majestic peaks of the Karakoram, the rich history of the Silk Road, and the legendary hospitality of the Hunza people.

Day 01: Arrival Islamabad

Arrival at Islamabad International Airport. Meet and greet by our representative and transfer to the hotel. Afternoon city tour of Islamabad visiting Faisal Mosque and Shakarparian Park.

Meals: Dinner Included

Overnight at Hillview Hotel / Envoy Continental, Islamabad

Day 02: Islamabad – Besham / Chilas

Drive to Besham via the historic Taxila Museum. Continue through the winding roads of the Karakoram Highway along the Indus River.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at PTDC Motel / Besham Inn, Besham

Day 03: Besham – Gilgit

Morning drive to Gilgit. Stop at the junction of three mighty mountain ranges: Himalayas, Karakoram, and Hindu Kush. Visit the Kargah Buddha rock carving.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Riverview Hotel / Gilgit Serena, Gilgit

Day 04: Gilgit – Hunza Valley (Karimabad)

Travel to Karimabad. Short stop at Rakaposhi View Point for a spectacular view of the 7,788m peak. Explore the local bazaar in the evening.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Hunza Embassy / Darbar Hotel, Karimabad

Day 05: Karimabad Exploration

Full day visit to the 700-year-old Baltit Fort and the Altit Fort. Afternoon drive to Eagle's Nest to witness the sunset over the Golden Peak and Ladyfinger.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Hunza Embassy / Darbar Hotel, Karimabad

Day 06: Attabad Lake & Passu

Travel to Attabad Lake for a boat ride. Continue to Passu to see the iconic Passu Cones and the Hussaini Suspension Bridge.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Passu Ambassador / Sarai Silk Route, Passu

Day 07: Khunjerab Pass (China Border)

Excursion to Khunjerab Pass, the highest paved international border crossing in the world (4,693m). Return to Gulmit/Passu.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Marco Polo Hotel, Gulmit

Day 08: Gulmit – Chilas

Morning walk in the village, then start the return journey down the Karakoram Highway toward Chilas.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Shangrila Chilas / Panorama Hotel, Chilas

Day 09: Chilas – Islamabad

Long drive back to Islamabad. Evening free for last-minute souvenir shopping at Jinnah Super Market or Centaurus Mall.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Overnight at Hillview Hotel, Islamabad

Day 10: Departure

Transfer to the airport for your flight home. End of services.

Meals: Breakfast at hotel

Tour Ends

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