Itinerary
- Day 1
Islamabad
You'll arrive at the airport and connect with your guide and driver who'll take you to your hotel. Once settled in, spend the rest of the day checking out Islamabad's main attractions. The Faisal Mosque is a must-see, and you'll catch panoramic views from Shakar Parian National Park. After that, head to the Pakistan Monument, then walk through Daman-e-Koh park. Finish with the Lok Versa Museum if you're interested in traditional Pakistani handicrafts and textiles.
- Start point
- Islamabad International Airport, Airport Avenue, Islamabad, Punjab, Pakistan (Airport Pick-up, 00:00 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Hill View Islamabad)
Included Activities
- Visit Faisal Mosque
- Explore Shakar Parian National Park
- View Pakistan Monument
- Visit Daman-e-Koh park
- Tour Lok Versa Museum
Landmarks Faisal Mosque Shakar Parian National Park Pakistan Monument Daman-e-Koh Lok Versa Museum 
- Day 2
Islamabad to Chilas
Start your drive early for the 9 to 10 hour journey to Chilas. You'll stop for lunch in Naran around midday, which breaks up the drive nicely. Along the route, you pass by Babusar Pass at 4,173 meters where the mountain scenery really opens up. The road winds through some beautiful terrain, so you'll see the landscape shift as you gain elevation. By evening, you'll reach your hotel in Chilas.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Shangri-La Hotel Chilas or similar)
Landmarks Babusar Pass - Day 3
Chilas to Karimabad
The drive to Karimabad takes about 5 to 6 hours via private vehicle. You'll stop at Thalichi for photos where three major mountain ranges converge, then swing by the Rakaposhi viewing point for more picture opportunities. After checking into your hotel, get a feel for the area by taking a walk through the local bazaar with your guide, who can point out local shops and specialties.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hunza Darbar Hotel Karimabad or similar)
Included Activities
- Photo stop at Thalichi
- View from Rakaposhi viewing point
- Local bazaar stroll
Landmarks Thalichi Rakaposhi 
- Day 4
Karimabad - Hopper Valley and Forts
Head out for a 3 hour drive to Hopper Valley where you'll see the glaciers of Barpu, Bualtar, Miar, and Sumayar. The valleys here have a real charm to them. Then you'll explore Altit Fort and Baltit Fort to see ancient displays that tell the story of the region's royal past. Before heading back to Karimabad, stop by local villages to get a sense of how people live and work here.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hunza Darbar Hotel Karimabad or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Hopper Valley
- View Barpu, Bualtar, Miar, and Sumayar glaciers
- Explore Altit Fort
- Explore Baltit Fort
- Visit local villages
Landmarks Hopper Valley Altit Fort Baltit Fort - Day 5
Karimabad to Duiker Valley
You're heading 30 minutes to Duiker Valley, which sits at 2,900 meters high. This spot's known for great sunrise and sunset views, and you can see Mount Ultar, glaciers, and the whole Hunza valley spread out. After a short break, you'll walk for 2 to 3 hours through a village to reach the Hazrat Abbas shrines, taking in the surroundings on foot.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Fairy Land Duiker)
Included Activities
- Visit Duiker Valley
- View Mount Ultar
- Walking tour to Hazrat Abbas shrines
Landmarks Mount Ultar Hazrat Abbas shrines 
- Day 6
Duiker Valley to Passu
The drive to Passu takes about an hour, and you'll stop at Attaabad Lake on the way. This peaceful lake was created by a landslide and sits in a quiet setting. Once at your hotel, spend the afternoon exploring the area's varied landscapes. Check out Borith Lake, the Passu Glacier, the Hussani suspension bridge, and smaller villages like Gulking, Gulmit, Passu, and Hussani.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Resort (Famree Resort Hunza Passu)
Included Activities
- Visit Attaabad Lake
- Explore Borith Lake
- View Passu Glacier
- Cross Hussani suspension bridge
- Visit Gulking village
- Visit Gulmit village
- Visit Passu village
- Visit Hussani village
Landmarks Attaabad Lake Borith Lake Passu Glacier Hussani suspension bridge - Day 7
Passu to Khunjerab Pass and return to Karimabad
Today's destination is Khunjerab Pass at 4,733 meters, the second highest international border crossing worldwide. You'll drive through tranquil villages with unspoiled scenery, stopping for photos along the way. The sightseeing opportunities are scattered throughout the route, so you'll have plenty of moments to step out and take in the landscape before heading back to your Karimabad hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hunza Darbar Hotel Karimabad or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit Khunjerab Pass
Landmarks Khunjerab Pass - Day 8
Karimabad to Gahkuch
You'll drive 6 to 7 hours to reach Gahkuch, a peaceful city surrounded by glaciers and mountains. The journey includes planned stops at good photography points so you can capture the mountain scenery. By evening, you'll be settled at your hotel in Gahkuch with the mountains as your backdrop.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Green Palace Gahkuch)
- Day 9
Gahkuch - Phander Valley
Spend the full day exploring Phander Valley, the main draw of Ghizer District. You'll see fascinating canyons and dark blue lakes throughout the day. The valley has a real charm about it with its natural features and quiet atmosphere. Later, head back to your hotel in Gahkuch.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Green Palace Gahkuch)
Included Activities
- Explore Phander Valley
- View canyons
- Visit dark blue lakes
Landmarks Phander Valley - Day 10
Gahkuch to Gilgit to Chilas
You'll drive 2 to 3 hours to Gilgit for lunch, then continue on toward Chilas. During the journey, stop where the Karakorum, Himalaya, and Hindukush mountain ranges meet for photos. This spot offers a unique perspective since you're seeing three major ranges converge. Complete the drive back to your Chilas hotel.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Shangri-La Hotel Chilas or similar)
Landmarks Gilgit - Day 11
Chilas to Islamabad
The return drive to Islamabad covers 12 to 13 hours and goes through Babusar Pass. Your driver will make stops if you want to stretch or take photos, so let them know what interests you. It's a long day on the road, but you'll see familiar scenery from the trip heading north, and you'll arrive back in Islamabad by evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Hill View Islamabad)
Landmarks Babusar Pass - Day 12
Islamabad - Taxila
You'll take a guided tour of Taxila, an ancient town with 2,500 years of history behind it. Start at the Taxila Museum, which holds Pakistan's most important collection of artworks and exhibits that show what daily life was like across different time periods here. After that, walk through temple ruins including Julian, Mohra Moradu, and Sirkap. Head back to your hotel after finishing the historical sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel Hill View Islamabad)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Taxila
- Visit Taxila Museum
- Explore Julian temple ruins
- Explore Mohra Moradu temple ruins
- Explore Sirkap temple ruins
Landmarks Taxila Taxila Museum Julian temple ruins Mohra Moradu temple ruins Sirkap temple ruins - Day 13
Departure
Have breakfast and then your guide and driver will take you to the airport based on your flight time.
- End point
- Islamabad International Airport, Airport Avenue, Islamabad, Punjab, Pakistan (Airport See-off, 00:00 - 23:55)
- Meals
- Breakfast
