would you run the 8 day tour for one person only and at what approx cost? what is the best season for this tour?

Yes, do accept a solo tour for one person without any additional cost. 1 April to 30 June and 15 September to 15 November is the most recommended time to visit.

Americans need visa & letter of invitation. Can you provide me the link or site to Pakistan visa application? Also, do you provide the letter of invitation? If all is well, am planning to visit Aug 2025.

We provide free visas to our customers. We have a dedicated team for visa processing, the team will help in getting you a visa. However, we also provide letter of invitation if you want to apply on your end.

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Karakoram Highway and Hunza Road Tour

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Start and end in Islamabad

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The scenery of KKH is spectacular surrounded by humongous massifs, I was in awe! It's enchanting, fascinating and extremely breathtaking landscapes.
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Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 20
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Islamabad
Start point
Serena Hotel, Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, Sector G-5, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan (Islamabad Serena Hotel/ Your Hotel, 07:00 - 08:00)
Accommodation
Hotel (Grand Islamabad Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby surroundings at your own pace
Day 2
Islamabad to Chilas
Meals
Breakfast (Early morning breakfast at the hotel), Lunch (Lunch en route at a local restaurant), Dinner (Dinner at your hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Shangrilla Hotel Chilas)
Included Activities
- Drive on Karakoram Highway following the Indus River
- Scenic drive with opportunities to photograph dramatic landscapes and river views
Landmarks
Indus River
Karakoram Highway
Day 3
Chilas to Karimabad
Meals
Breakfast (Early breakfast at your hotel in Chilas), Lunch (Meal at a local restaurant), Dinner (Dinner at your hotel)
Accommodation
Resort (Hunza Offto Resort)
Included Activities
- Visit Baltit Fort with panoramic views of Hunza Valley
- Explore historic Altit Village
- Travel to Duikar Hill to witness sunset over Karakoram peaks
Landmarks
Nanga Parbat
Baltit Fort
Altit Village
Duikar Hill
Day 4
Karimabad
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at your hotel), Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Resort (Hunza Offto Resort)
Included Activities
- Visit Ganish Old Village Settlement
- Drive to Hopper Valley
- Sightseeing and photography of Hopper Glacier
Landmarks
Ganish Old Village Settlement
Hopper Valley
Hopper Glacier
Day 5
Karimabad to Upper Hunza
Meals
Breakfast (Early breakfast at the hotel), Dinner (Dinner at your hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Villa Darya Hunza)
Included Activities
- Travel to Khunjerab Pass with panoramic views of surrounding peaks
- Experience Wakhi culture
- Visit Ghulkin village
- Visit Gulmit Village
Landmarks
Khunjerab Pass
Ghulkin village
Gulmit Village
Day 6
Karimabad to Chilas
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at your hotel in Shishkat), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant en route), Dinner (Dinner at your hotel)
Accommodation
Hotel (Shangrilla Hotel Chilas)
Included Activities
- Visit ancient rock paintings along the Indus River
Landmarks
Rock Paintings along Indus River
Day 7
Chilas to Islamabad
Meals
Breakfast (Early breakfast at your hotel in Chilas), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant at Besham during the journey), Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Grand Islamabad Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit rock carvings during the journey
Optional Activities
- Explore Islamabad at your leisure
Landmarks
Besham
Day 8
Islamabad
End point
Serena Hotel, Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, Sector G-5, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan (Islamabad Serena Hotel/ Your Hotel, 21:00 - 22:30)
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast at your hotel), Lunch (Lunch at a local restaurant or near the ruins)
Included Activities
- Visit Taxila ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with archaeological significance and ancient Buddhist relics
Landmarks
Taxila

Landmarks
Indus River
Karakoram Highway

Landmarks
Nanga Parbat
Baltit Fort
Altit Village
Duikar Hill

Landmarks
Ganish Old Village Settlement
Hopper Valley
Hopper Glacier

Landmarks
Khunjerab Pass
Ghulkin village
Gulmit Village

Landmarks
Rock Paintings along Indus River

Landmarks
Besham

Landmarks
Taxila

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Where You'll Stay

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Grand Islamabad Hotel
Hotel
Days 1, 7
Shangrilla Hotel Chilas
Hotel
Days 2, 6
Hunza Offto Resort
Resort
Days 3, 4
Villa Darya Hunza
Hotel
day 5

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Gypsy Traces and Tours

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Age Range

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5.0

Overall rating based on 1 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
5.0

ONOFRE
September 10th, 2025
5.0
Gypsy Traces & Tours is one of the tour companies in Pakistan that offer KKH tour. The performance ratings and their...
Gypsy Traces & Tours is one of the tour companies in Pakistan that offer KKH tour. The performance ratings and their flexibility is par excellence. Bakhsh, the Director of Operation, arranged all necessary documents needed for the tour including my visa. Albeit, we communicated only through social media, I noticed he has a down-to-earth personality and my inkling was right on the nose when I met him personally. From day one, I was warmly welcomed by Asad at the airport. He checked my hotel room to make sure everything is perfect condition, treated for breakfast. What a guy! A friendly atmosphere and fantastic start. Second day, comes the GOAT, Azim, my personal tour guide, extremely good and very flexible, friendly as well. He has a warm personality, a highly motivated tour guide (recommendable!). He made me feel at home. On the 4th day of tour, I wasn’t feeling well, I was nauseous, dizzy & had flulike symptoms. He took actions into his own hands. He brought me to ER, stayed with me the entire duration until I was fully recovered. Who will forget that? All respect for Azim who did a great job. A true sample of excellent tour guide. Proceeded to the tour itinerary, the scenery of KKH is spectacular surrounded by humongous massifs, I was in awe! It’s enchanting, fascinating and extremely breathtaking landscapes. Couple of the world’s tallest mountains, the Nanga Parbat, 9th world’s highest (26,660 ft), Rakaposhi, ranked 27th along KKH & few glaciers are visible along the way. The world’s highest border crossing, the Khunjerab Pass, with elevation of 15,439 ft, an international high mountain pass between Pakistan & China. It’s awesome. Our driver is a guru to navigate & maneuver the treacherous roads of KKH. Kudos to Gypsy Traces & Tours, they helped me executed my dream into reality. Great job! Shoutout to Azim, Bakhsh and Asad. With their expertise I reached the pinnacle of my global adventure/journey.Show more
Traveled in August 2025
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Dear ONOFRE ALTUNA SEVILLENA, thank you. We are truly humbled by your generosity in comments. It motivates us to continue and improve our services as your satisfaction is our shared objective. Thank you Tourradar for providing the opportunity.
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Sheila
Asked on December 30th, 2025
would you run the 8 day tour for one person only and at what approx cost? what is the best season for this tour?
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- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written December 2025
  Yes, do accept a solo tour for one person without any additional cost. 1 April to 30 June and 15 September to 15 November is the most recommended time to visit.
- S
  Sheila
  Traveler•Written December 2025
  can you provide a Tourist Visa? for a private tour with just driver and myself, are you flexible by a couple of days depending on airfares?
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  yes we can provide you with a tourist visa we are very flexible with the dates. we encourage our guests to choose their own dates.
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  Sheila
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  in what form can you provide me with a VISA (written document, EVISA ?) and what personal information would have to have from me to do so.
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  Once you confirm your booking this portal will allow us to see your details. We will need a passport size photo and a photo of your passport. the visa is ETA Electronic Travel authorisation, also known as en E-Visa.
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  Sheila
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  I have the option of applying on-line myself or using your services - with your experience, what is easier for me? I have a Canadian Passport.
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written January 2026
  Pakistan has made the visa process very easy and you will get your visa within 2 days. you can also apply by yourself and it will take 10 mins only. you will need to upload photo and passport only.
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Luis
Asked on November 23rd, 2024
Americans need visa & letter of invitation. Can you provide me the link or site to Pakistan visa application? Also, do you provide the letter of invitation? If all is well, am planning to visit Aug 2025.
Visa
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  We provide free visas to our customers. We have a dedicated team for visa processing, the team will help in getting you a visa. However, we also provide letter of invitation if you want to apply on your end.
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  Luis
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  Am flabbergasted! That's great if you could provide free visas for US citizens! Hmmm! But how? You do all the legwork? Am willing to pay the visa fee, if am not mistaken it's $33.00. Ditto, are we going to see the border between Pakistan & China close enough to take photos?
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  Luis
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  If that's the case then count me in. But weather wise, what is the best month to tour the place without weather obstructions? Ditto, do you have Mongolia tour as well? BTW, do offer single supplement?
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  Yes we offer single supplement as well. We offer tours to Pakistan, china, Tajikistan and Afghanistan only. Currently we are not doing magnolia.
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  Luis
  Traveler•Written November 2024
  You're awesome! I could search it online but I want to hear from you since you probably live in Pakistan, you're more familiar with the weather conditions. So, what's the best month to visit Karakoram Highway without weather interruptions e.g. snowstorm or heavy rainfall? If I decided to join the tour, (well aside from payment) what legal documents do you need from me to process my tourist visa application?
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written November 2024
  The best time to do Karakorum Highway tour is from April to June and September to October. During these times you will not get flooding, harsh weather or road blockages. We can provide you with the following legal documents can be uploaded on the visa portal. - Visa Invitation/ sponsor Letter - Reservation - Pakistan ID Card - Tour voucher
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  Luis
  Traveler•Written April 2025
  Just to clear my curiosity about what's going on between Pakistan and India…is the tourism industry in Pakistan not affected with the ongoing tension between the two countries? I was trying to book a flight but there's a popped up news feature about flights originating in India that can't fly over the Pakistan's airspace. I was thinking it might become a bigger issue in a few months and it might derailed the tour. Hope not. What do you think?
- Gypsy Traces and ToursOperator•Written April 2025
  The situation at present is normal here. Though some diplomatic tensions exist but hopefully it will not escalate further. The areas that you have on your itinerary are far away from the boarders and we do not put our client's lives at risk. We will inform you in advance in case the situation so warrants.

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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 March 23rd, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after March 23rd, 2026, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with Gypsy Traces and Tours. 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 35 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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Karakoram Highway and Hunza Road Tour

Itinerary

Islamabad

Optional Activities

Islamabad to Chilas

Included Activities

Chilas to Karimabad

Included Activities

Karimabad

Included Activities

Karimabad to Upper Hunza

Included Activities

Karimabad to Chilas

Included Activities

Chilas to Islamabad

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Islamabad

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