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Plan your adventure:
- Tour Operator:
- Explore!
- Max group size:
- 16
- Age range:
- 16 to 85
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 221911
Highlights
- Explore Islamabad's blend of old and new
- Drive through the scenic Khagan Valley
- Walk to Herligkoffer Base Camp
- Discover the high-altitude Deosai Plateau
- Visit the ancient Baltit Fort in Karimabad
Itinerary
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- Introduction
- Day 1 Trip starts in Islamabad; afternoon orientation tour of the capital
- Day 2 Drive into the mountains and onto Naran, in the Kaghan Valley
- Day 3 Join the Karakoram Highway and drive into the Astore Valley, crossing Babussar Pass
- Day 4 Drive into the Upper Rupal Valley for a walk up to Nanga Parbat Base Camp (3550m)
- Day 5 Drive up and across the Deosai Plateau to Skardu, stopping at Satpara Buddha and Satpura Lake
- Day 6 Full day exploring the towering forts and villages of the Skardu Valley
- Day 7 Re-join the Karakoram Highway and drive to Gilgit, the heart of the Karakoram region
- Day 8 Drive to Karimabad, explore the mighty Baltit Fort and take in sunset over the Hunza Valley
- Day 9 Full day exploring the Hunza Valley with a walk to glaciar viewpoints
- Day 10 Leave the Karakoram Highway and drive to the small town of Gupis
- Day 11 Explore the remote Yasin Valley by 4WD and on foot
- Day 12 Drive to Naran via the Babusar Pass
- Day 13 Drive back to Islamabad, visiting UNESCO site of Taxila and then explore Rawalpindi
- Day 14 Trip ends in Islamabad
What's Included
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- Accommodation
- Flights
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
What's Not Included
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
All accommodations are subject to change
Hotel Hillview
HotelDays 1, 13Royal Hotel
HotelDays 2, 12Tarashing Guest House
GuesthouseDays 3, 4Concordia Motel
HotelDays 5, 6Riveria Hotel
Hotelday 7Roomy Daastaan
HotelDays 8, 9Ghizer Blossom Inn
HotelDays 10, 11
Operated by
Explore!
Number of tours
445
Age Range
16 to 85 years old
Response time
within 1 day
Response rate
100%
Explore is a global adventure travel company with 42 years’ experience in providing exciting and authentic travel experiences. With over 350 trips in around 100 countries, Explore’s expertly crafted itineraries combined with award-winning tour leaders, small group sizes and a commitment to...
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodExcellent
- AChris· August 16th, 2023scenery & scary roadsTrip date: June 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ASteve· July 13th, 2023Deosai Plateau Nanga Parbat South Face Base Camp The valley beyond Gupis The extremely friendly locals The lack of other non-Pakistani tourists The helpfulness of our jeep drivers The enthusiasm of our leader and two local guides The food was far better than expectedShow moreTrip date: June 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AStephen· July 17th, 2023Remote country, very few touristsTrip date: June 2023Review collected by Explore!
- ACaroline· July 16th, 2023Walking up to see the glaciersTrip date: July 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AMichael· September 4th, 2023The landscape, scenery, and people of Northern Pakistan. The unpredictability of road travel made for some unexpected, pleasant experiences.Trip date: August 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AAlex· September 5th, 2023Scenery was outstanding with the peaks of the Hindu Kush, the Karakoram Range and the Himalayas towering over us. Enjoyed the interaction with the local people in the villages, particularly the children who practised their English with us. Also the evening meal we had with a local family where we were able to ask them questions regarding their lifestyle. Enjoyed crossing the river bed in our jeeps when one of our roads was impassable.Show moreTrip date: August 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AKaren· September 6th, 2023Yasin Valley see above, Nanga Parbat walk and base camp. Hunza valley good mix of scenary walks and culture.Trip date: August 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AChristine· September 7th, 2023The huge landscapes, getting close to big mountains without having to walk for a week, the power of the rivers, picnic lunches in scenic locations, and the friendliness of the Pakistani people.Trip date: August 2023Review collected by Explore!
- AMichael Saunders· September 10th, 2023This trip was beyond my expectations. A proper adventure. The rugged landscape of Northern Pakistan is stunning. The mountains rise steeply from the green valleys and there always seems to be a churning river below the twisting roads. The people of Pakistan are welcoming and very friendly. The local guides and jeep drivers were excellent. Knowledgeable and competent. My fellow travellers on this tour were a great bunch. A good laugh. This is not an easy trip. Prepare yourself for some long days of bumpy travel. Also, expect the unexpected. The rewards though are great. So many memories.Show moreTrip date: September 2023
- ASharon Speights· July 4th, 2023Exploring Pakistan and the Karakoram Highway was a very rewarding experience but it is not for those expecting easy and comfortable travel. Interacting with the Pakistan locals provided a very kind welcome to their culture. Bumpy 4 wheel drive dirt roads were never easy to navigate.Show moreTrip date: June 2023
Dates & Availability
14 days
Pakistan's Karakoram Highway
From Islamabad to Islamabad
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