Hunza Valley Tour 9 Days

Arrive at Islamabad Airport where you will be received by one of our representatives and transferred to your hotel. With some flights arriving in the afternoon, guests can get some rest and relaxation in anticipation of the busy and active itinerary ahead. In the evening, we will have a briefing ahead of the trip ahead during the welcome dinner. Overnight stay in Islamabad. 

After breakfast, we will begin our journey towards Hunza Valley with our first stop-over point in Naran. The drive will take approximately 7 hours and will take us on the Karakoram Highway, once an important facet of the “Silk Road” route and now considered as the 8th wonder of the world. We will check into our hotel in Naran during the late afternoon, and you can enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure before continuing our journey to Hunza Valley. Overnight stay in Naran.

Departing early, we will continue on our journey to Hunza Valley, making a brief stop at the Lulusar Lake to take in the crystal clear waters of this natural unspoilt landscape. Making our way through the lush green valleys of Kaghan, our next stop will be at the elevated Babusar Top, which we will reach via one of the most famous hairpinned roads in the world. After a bite to eat in Gilgit City, we will head over to Hunza Valley, where we will check into our hotel for the evening. Overnight stay in Karimabad, Hunza Valley.

Today, we will take a trip to Baltit Fort, once the prime seat of power in Hunza and now a UNESCO site with a rich history that can be traced back to over 700 years ago. Next, we will take a private tour of the dungeons at Altit Fort, which is situated in the revered royal gardens of Hunza where lush apricot trees and cherry blossoms are plentiful. This will be followed by a visit to a local women’s workshop where handicrafts are created. Guests will have the option of trying the popular walnut cake at Café de Hunza as they explore the ancient cobbled streets of Karimabad. Later, we will take a short trek to Duikar’s vantage point to witness the sun set over the magnificent peaks of Karakoram. Overnight stay in Karimabad, Hunza Valley.

After breakfast, we will venture out to try the famous apricot cake of Hunza Valley against the backdrop of the majestic Passu Cones. In the afternoon we will head to Attabad Lake to witness its dizzyingly turquoise waters amidst the spectacular mountain scenery. After crossing through the Wildlife Conservation Area in Khyber, we will make our way to Khunjerab Pass, the highest border-crossing in the world which serves as an enchanting multi-cultural experience that spans Pakistan and China. After spending some time at the international border we will retreat to Sost to check out the local street markets before taking a walk along the Hussaini Suspension Bridge, otherwise known as the most dangerous bridge in the world. Built by the locals and still used today, this bridge is nothing short of an adventure with every step requiring a leap of faith. Overnight stay in Karimabad, Hunza Valley/Gulmit.

Today, we will be setting off for Naran on a road-trip laden with glaciers, lakes and lush green Alpine forest. After checking into the hotel, we will take a jeep ride to Saiful Muluk Lake, fondly coined as the “Lake of Fairies” and sitting at an elevation of over 3,000m above sea level. This piece of heaven is situated under the shadows of the mighty Malika Parbat with its snow-capped peaks and tells an Egyptian fairytale of yesteryears making it as enchanting as it is picturesque. Here, you will find multiple glacial waters meeting and several activities on offer such as boating and horse riding. Overnight stay in Naran. 

Following breakfast, we will continue the remainder of our journey to Islamabad whilst taking in the staggering mountain scenery, the rough terrains of the road and the welcoming people in the neighbouring villages of Abbottabad, Haripur and Balakot. Soon after, we will head into Islamabad to see some of the sights the capital has to offer such as the Faisal Mosque, which is nestled at the foot of the Margalla Hills and inspired by strong Islamic cultural characteristics. In the evening, we will finish the days events by heading to Pir Sohawa to enjoy dinner at the famous Monal restaurant which offers the finest views of Islamabad from a stunning vantage point. Overnight stay in Islamabad. 

Today, we will visit the city of Rawalpindi, which offers a slice of the real Pakistan with the hustle and bustle of its Raja Bazaar and Moti Bazaar where a story is to be told wherever you look. Experience the exotic smells, taste the local offerings and interact with the locals in a market, which is a full myriad of colours. Next, we will take a trip to Taxila Museum which houses artefacts dating back to the 1st century and where you can unfold the chapters of the lost Ghandaran dynasty. Overnight stay in Islamabad.

After a hearty breakfast and a bittersweet farewell, you will be transferred to Islamabad Airport where our trip will come to an end.