Hunza Valley Explorer 8 Days
This 8-day journey follows the road from Islamabad into the mountains of northern Pakistan, with overnight stays in Besham City, Hunza Valley, Gilgit and Chilas. The route includes Taxila Museum, the Karakoram Highway, the Indus River corridor and several of the best-known places in Hunza. In Hunza, the itinerary covers Altit Fort, Baltit Fort, Duikar, Attabad Lake, Ghulkin, the Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Passu Glacier, Passu, Khyber, Sost and the Khunjerab border area. In Gilgit, there is time for Kargah Buddha and the local market. The return to Islamabad brings the trip back along the same mountain roads. The program is designed for small groups and includes guided travel, transport, meals and accommodation as listed in the itinerary.
Key details
8 days
7 nights
Route
Pakistan
Tour type
Small groups
Available departures
Dates available
Travel style
Small groups
Duration
8 days
Destination
Islamabad, Besham City, Gilgit, Chilas, Hunza Valley, Pakistan
Highlights
- Multi-day tour
- Ancient Wonders
- Family
- Group
Itinerary
- 1
Besham City
Islamabad to Besham City
Visit Taxila Museum in the morning, then travel by road to Besham City via the Hazara Motorway and Karakoram Highway. The drive follows the Himalayan foothills, crosses the Indus River and includes time for roadside viewpoints before overnighting in Besham.Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - 2
Hunza Valley
Besham City to Hunza Valley via Chilas and Gilgit
Continue north through Chilas, Bunji and Gilgit, with views along the Indus and Gilgit rivers and a stop for the Nanga Parbat panorama near Bunji. Arrive in Hunza Valley for hotel check-in and dinner.Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner - 3
Hunza Valley
Hunza Valley sightseeing
Spend the day in Karimabad and nearby viewpoints. Visit Altit Fort, Baltit Fort, Duikar and Attabad Lake, with time to take in the valley and surrounding peaks from each stop.Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The itinerary is for reference and may vary by selected departure.
What's included
- 3 Star Accommodation as per itinerary.
- English Speaking Guide
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Vegetarian, vegan and halal food options available on request.
- Toll tax and entry tickets
- Private transport
What's not included
- Flights before and after the tour
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Anything not mentioned
Dates & availability
Select departure month and travellers.
Upcoming departures
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Flexibility
Flights, extra nights and private experiences can be added before confirmation.
Before you go
Your final itinerary, documents and local contacts will be available in My Kata.