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Pakistan's Karakoram Highway - Explore!

Pakistan's Karakoram Highway

14 days
4.5
(3,479)
Start and end in Islamabad
Tour Operator:
Explore!
Max group size:
18
Age range:
16 to 85
Operated in:
English
Tour id:
221911
Hygiene Measures:
Included
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US $4,320
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Itinerary

Start and end in Islamabad! With the Explorer tour Pakistan's Karakoram Highway, you have a 14 days tour package taking you through Islamabad, Pakistan and 9 other destinations in Pakistan. Pakistan's Karakoram Highway includes accommodation in a hotel as well as flights, an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Trip starts in Islamabad; afternoon orientation tour of the capital
  2. Day 2 Drive into the mountains and onto Naran, in the Kaghan Valley
  3. Day 3 Join the Karakoram Highway and drive into the Astore Valley, crossing Babussar Pass
  4. Day 4 Drive into the Upper Rupal Valley for a walk up to Nanga Parbat Base Camp (3550m)
  5. Day 5 Drive up and across the Deosai Plateau to Skardu, stopping at Satpara Buddha and Satpura Lake
  6. Day 6 Full day exploring the towering forts and villages of the Skardu Valley
  7. Day 7 Re-join the Karakoram Highway and drive to Gilgit, the heart of the Karakoram region
  8. Day 8 Drive to Karimabad, explore the mighty Baltit Fort and take in sunset over the Hunza Valley
  9. Day 9 Full day exploring the Hunza Valley with a walk on Hoper Glacier
  10. Day 10 Leave the Karakoram Highway and drive to the small town of Gupis
  11. Day 11 Explore the remote Yasin Valley by 4WD and on foot
  12. Day 12 Drive to Naran via the Babusar Pass
  13. Day 13 Drive back to Islamabad, visiting UNESCO site of Taxila and then explore Rawalpindi
  14. Day 14 Trip ends in Islamabad
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What's Included

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  • Accommodation
  • Flights
  • Guide
  • COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
  • Meals
  • Additional Services
  • Transport
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Reviews About This Operator

  • Victoria
    · May 26th, 2023
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  • Mary
    · May 23rd, 2023
    The trip contents were just what I was looking for. We had an amazing group, Zaid was our intrepid leader, his... Show more
  • Pamela
    · May 22nd, 2023
    Emmanuel was a terrific guide and everything else was the usually wonderful Explore trip. Good experiences abound,... Show more

Dates & Availability

14 days
Pakistan's Karakoram Highway
From Islamabad to Islamabad
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Good to Know

  • Currency
    Pakistan Rupee
    Pakistan
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveller from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F, D, M. As a traveller from South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E, F.

    Type C
    Pakistan
    Type E
    Pakistan
    Type F
    Pakistan
    Type D
    Pakistan
    Type M
    Pakistan
  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Pakistan. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Pakistan. Ideally 1 month before travel.
  • Visa
    • Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
    • Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
  • Payment information
    • For any tour departing before August 12th, 2023 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 12th, 2023, a minimum payment of 10% is required to confirm your booking with Explore!. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 75 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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