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17 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
10 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 85 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Highlights
Learn about Pakistan's cultural heritage at the National museum in Karachi
Soak yourself in Manghopir hot sulphur springs
Boat trip on Manchar Lake with the Mohanas tribe
A safari by boat to Sukkur Island and to visit Sadu Bela Hindu temple
Visit Derawar Fort, a standout attraction in the Cholistan desert
Take in the Shrines of the Mystics, the old walled city and bazaar in Multan
Experience the flag lowering ceremony at Wagah, the border with India
Try many culinary dishes on Fort Road, Food Street
Spend the day sightseeing in Lahore - the cultural hub of Pakistan
Explore the 16th century fortress - Rohtas Fort
Take in the Shrines of the Mystics, the old walled city and bazaar in Multan
Experience the flag lowering ceremony at Wagah, the border with India
Try many culinary dishes on Fort Road, Food Street
Spend the day sightseeing in Lahore - the cultural hub of Pakistan
Boat safari to Sukkur islandAirport transfersAll transport
Guide
English speaking guide
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Karachi city and surroundings tour (1 full day)Manghopir Sufi Shrine and hot sulphur springsAjrak factory visit (traditional block printed cloth)Boating with the Mohanas tribe on Manchar LakeSadu Bela - Hindu TempleDerawar FortMultan city tourHarappa archaeological siteRohtas FortLahore city tour (2 full days)Khewra Salt MineIslamabad city tourTaxila museumShan Faisal MosqueLetter of Invitation and general visa advicePakistani clothes (Shalwaar Chemise)Tea & Coffee morning & afternoon
Itinerary
Explore a little travelled part of Pakistan with a tour that journeys from Karachi to Islamabad.
Here you will be able to take in the sights, sounds and importantly tastes of Karachi and its bazaars, find yourself immersed in the 5000-year-old history of the Indus Valley, taking in the sights of the striking Derewar Fort in the Cholistan Desert, before having the opportunity to watch the flag lowering ceremony carried out on the Indian border.
Our journey begins in Karachi where we'll have time to take in the sights, sounds and most importantly, the tastes of the city and its bazaars. As we head towards Hyderabad, we'll make time to visit Thatta and Makli Hills, which is perhaps the worlds largest necropolis. Once we reach Hyderabad, we'll have the opportunity to learn about some of the industries which the city is famous for, we'll see coloured pottery being made, woodwork, weaving and Ajrak production, a block printed cloth which this region is famous for.
Moving on, we visit the sufi shrine of saint Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar and witness a sufi ceremony in Sehwan and join the Mohanas tribe for a boating experience on Lake Manchar.
After stopping in Larkana, our next visit is to Mohenjo-Daro, located on the banks of the Indus River. The 5000 year old city was the centre of the Indus Civilisation and one of the largest in the world at its peak and we'll have time to explore the incredible ruins. As our journey takes us in the direction of Bahawalpur, we'll stop in Sukkur and the Cholistan Desert to visit Derawar Fort.
As we pass through the former independant state of Bahawalpur, we'll visit the Nur Mahal and Bahawalpur mosques, along with the city museum and bazaar, before heading to Multan where we'll stay for 2 nights. Multan is known as the city of saints and our tour here will include the shrines of the great mystics, with their shimmering blue glazed tiles. We'll also visit the old walled city and the bustling bazaar, where we may spot local artisans at work.
Next we'll head to Pakistans 2nd largest city, Lahore, stopping along the way in Harappa, which dates back to 3000 BC. Our time in Lahore will include a city tour, taking in some of the highlights of the city, such as the worlds largest mosque (the Badshahi Mosque), the Wagah Border with India and of course, 'food street' in the old town where you can try many different flavours and dishes.
We visit Rohtas Fort en-route to Islamabad. Whilst in Islamabad we'll take time to explore the city along with the old city of Rawalpindi and nearby Taxila.
Travelling in small air-conditioned vehicles with local guides, this journey gives you a unique experience of Pakistan which will last a lifetime
day 1Arrive in Karachi. Afternoon city tour
Welcome in Pakistan at Karachi airport. Transfer to our hotel and take a rest before starting with our city tour.Our tour begins on a high with a full day's sightseeing in and around Karachi. The National Museum gives us a complete vista of Pakistan’s cultural heritage from Stone Age to the birth of the nation. After visiting the oldest Sufi shrine in Karachi, Mohamad Ali Jinnah Mausoleum, we can unwind at Clifton Beach or maybe take a soak in the Manghopir hot sulphur springs, that many believe to have curative powers (and just a few crocodiles!) We are sure to enjoy some of the variety of restaurants in around the city.Guide & Transport for extra day - Karachi (EXPAGK)Single room supplement (CADD17N)
Accommodation
Karachi hotel
Extras
Extra night in Karachi - pre-tour (EXPAKS)
day 2To Hyderabad via Chaukundi, Thatta, Makli Hills & Kinjhar Lake
day 3Learn about local industries in Hyderabad, Hala & Bhit Shah and join a pottery workshop
day 4'The Great Wall of Sindh' - Ranikot Fort. Drive to Sehwan.
day 5Visit the Mohanas Tribe and incredible Mohenjo Daro
day 6Exploring Larkana and Kot Diji Fort
day 7Sadhu Belo Temple, Visit the Indus Dolphin Conservation Centre
day 8Drive to Bahawalpur via Bhong Mosque
day 9Cholistan Desert, Derawar Fort and Tombs of the Nawabs of Bahawalpur
day 10Exploring the former Princely State of Bahawalpur. Drive to Multan
day 11Multan, the city of saints, mystics and shrines
day 12Visit Harappa en-route to Lahore
day 13Begin exploring the city of Lahore
day 14Old Walled City of Lahore and the Wagah Border Ceremony
day 15To Islamabad via the Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mine
day 16Tours of Islamabad, Taxila and Rawalpindi
day 17Transfer to Islamabad Airport for departure
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