Hunza Valley Tour 9 Days
Day 1
- Arrive at Islamabad Airport, where a representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel.
- With some flights arriving in the afternoon, guests can rest and relax, preparing for the busy itinerary ahead.
- In the evening, there will be a welcome dinner and a briefing for the upcoming trip.
- Overnight stay: Islamabad.
Day 2
- After breakfast, begin the journey towards Hunza Valley, with the first stopover in Naran.
- The drive takes approximately 7 hours along the Karakoram Highway, historically part of the "Silk Road" and known as the 8th wonder of the world.
- Check into the hotel in Naran by late afternoon; enjoy the evening at leisure.
- Overnight stay: Naran.
Day 3
- Depart early, continuing the journey to Hunza Valley.
- Make a brief stop at Lulusar Lake to enjoy its clear waters and unspoiled landscape.
- Pass through the lush Kaghan Valley, stopping at Babusar Top, accessible via one of the most famous hairpin roads.
- After lunch in Gilgit City, head to Hunza Valley and check into the hotel.
- Overnight stay: Karimabad, Hunza Valley.
Day 4
- Visit Baltit Fort, a UNESCO site with over 700 years of history, once the seat of power in Hunza.
- Tour the dungeons at Altit Fort, located in Hunza’s royal gardens, surrounded by apricot and cherry blossoms.
- Stop by a local women’s workshop to see traditional handicrafts.
- Enjoy the popular walnut cake at Café de Hunza while exploring Karimabad's ancient cobbled streets.
- Take a short trek to Duikar’s vantage point to watch the sunset over the Karakoram peaks.
- Overnight stay: Karimabad, Hunza Valley.
Day 5
- After breakfast, sample the famous apricot cake of Hunza Valley with views of the Passu Cones.
- Head to Attabad Lake, known for its vibrant turquoise waters amidst breathtaking mountain scenery.
- Pass through the Khyber Wildlife Conservation Area en route to Khunjerab Pass, the highest border crossing in the world between Pakistan and China.
- After time at the border, visit Sost to explore local street markets.
- Walk along the Hussaini Suspension Bridge, often called the most dangerous bridge globally.
- Overnight stay: Karimabad, Hunza Valley/Gulmit.
Day 6
- Embark on a scenic road trip back to Naran, passing glaciers, lakes, and lush Alpine forests.
- After checking into the hotel, take a jeep ride to Saiful Muluk Lake, known as the “Lake of Fairies” and located over 3,000m above sea level under the towering Malika Parbat.
- Enjoy various activities by the lake, including boating and horse riding.
- Overnight stay: Naran.
Day 7
- After breakfast, continue the journey to Islamabad, taking in the mountainous scenery and passing through Abbottabad, Haripur, and Balakot.
- In Islamabad, visit sights like the Faisal Mosque, set against the Margalla Hills and rich in Islamic cultural elements.
- Conclude the day's events with dinner at Monal restaurant in Pir Sohawa, offering spectacular views of Islamabad.
- Overnight stay: Islamabad.
Day 8
- Visit Rawalpindi to explore the bustling Raja Bazaar and Moti Bazaar, a vibrant showcase of local life.
- Savor local flavors and engage with locals amidst the colorful market atmosphere.
- Visit the Taxila Museum, home to artefacts from the 1st century, revealing stories of the lost Gandharan dynasty.
- Overnight stay: Islamabad.
Day 9
- After a hearty breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Islamabad Airport, marking the end of the trip.