7-Day Trip to Gojal Khunjerab Pass of Pakistan from Lahore/Islamabad
Highlights
Lahore, Naran, Besham, Gilgit, Islamabad, Hunza
Locations Covered
Lahore, Naran, Besham, Gilgit, Islamabad, Hunza
nature, cultural, sightseeing
Private Tour
7 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark on an adventurous tour to explore the cities around the Hunza Valley. Take in the panoramic views and visit stunning sites like the Baltit Fort Museum and the Altit Fort in Karimabad. Cross the highest point of Khunjerab, feel the thrill of driving through the Karakoram highway and travel around the impressive Gojal Valley.
Itinerary
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Day 1- Lahore/Islamabad to Besham/Narran
Pickup from the desired location.
Drive to Besham / Narran via Karakoram Highway. Lunch en route.
Arrive at Besham and check-in to the hotel.
Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 2- Narran/ Besham to Hunza Karimabad
Continue the drive to the breathtaking Hunza Valley, through a scenic route.
On the way, see the old Silk Route, perched precariously above the riverbank, which was used by Buddhist monks, traders, and locals. As we drive north along the Hunza River, the view is suddenly overtaken by the towering summit of Rakaposhi (7788 m).
Stop for a while at the viewpoint to enjoy a grand view of the mountain.
Enter the Hunza Valley and arrive at the capital, Karimabad.
Overnight at the hotel. (100 km., 2/3 hours drive)
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Day 3- Hunza Valley Excursion
Free day in Karimabad for a short walk to Altit and Baltit Forts, and other explorations around Hunza Valley.
See some beautiful peaks of the Karakoram range from Karimabad, such as Rakaposhi, Diran, Ultar, Golden Peak, and the Nagar valley, on the left bank of Hunza river.
In Hunza, each family grows enough wheat, maize, apricots, and walnuts for their own use. The people are mostly self-sufficient, making their own clothes, shoes, wooden and stone bowls and growing all their own food. They are very friendly and cheerful and known for their long lives.
In the afternoon, walk up to the Ultar Glacier, follow the irrigation channel through the village or stroll through the single lane bazaar for better views of the soaring peaks around you.
Overnight at the hotel.
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Day 4- Hunza to Gojal to Passu
Have breakfast and drive to the Gojal Valley.
Visit Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Borith Lake & Ghulkin Valley.
Enjoy lunch at Gulmit.
Drive to Passu for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 5- Passu to Khunjerab Pass
Have breakfast and drive to Khunjerab Pass.
En route, visit Attabad Lake, Sost, Passu and Gulmit.
Drive back to Sost for lunch.
After lunch, drive back to Hunza for dinner and night stay.
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Day 6- Hunza to Besham/Narran
Drive along the banks of Hunza River on the Karakoram Highway.
Enjoy fascinating views of Karakoram Peaks from a different perspective. We might stop at Gilgit town for lunch.
Arrive at Besham / Narran on the banks of the Indus River.
Overnight at the hotel. (260 km., 6/7 hours drive)
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Day 7- Besham/Narran to Islamabad
Start the full day drive on the Karakoram Highway to Islamabad. Start early in the morning, to cover the 12 hours long drive.
Take a short stop at Besham for lunch.
By evening, reach Islamabad.
Transfer to the airport/bus station. (500 km., 12/13 hours drive)
End of tour.
What's Included
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Persons | |
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1 to 5 | /person |
This is a private tour |