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Islamabad & Pakistan Explorer - 8 days
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1 day ago
8 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
10 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 80 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Starts
Ends
Islamabad, Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan
Highlights
Islamabad – Admire the vast Faisal Mosque and its striking contemporary design set beneath the Margalla Hills
Taxila – Discover the archaeological remains of the Gandhara civilisation across its ancient monasteries, stupas and historic university sites
Kalash Valley – Encounter the distinctive customs and mountain villages of the Kalash community in Rumbur, Bumburet and Birir
Chitral – Visit Chitral Fort to learn about its strategic role during the Katur dynasty and the Great Game
Gol National Park – Experience rugged valleys and diverse wildlife, including markhor and black bear, in this vast protected reserve
Swat Valley – View Gandhara sculptures, reliquaries and ethnographic exhibits at the Swat Museum
Raja-Gera – Walk to the hilltop Fort of Raja-Gera to see ancient walls and defensive structures from the Mauryan period
Takht-i-Bahi – Tour the hilltop Buddhist monastery complex with its well-preserved stupas, meditation cells and monastic courtyards
Swat Valley – View Gandhara sculptures, reliquaries and ethnographic exhibits at the Swat Museum
Raja-Gera – Walk to the hilltop Fort of Raja-Gera to see ancient walls and defensive structures from the Mauryan period
Takht-i-Bahi – Tour the hilltop Buddhist monastery complex with its well-preserved stupas, meditation cells and monastic courtyards
What's Included
Accommodation
7 nights accomodation 3 star hotels
Meals
7 breakfasts, 7 lunches & 7 dinners
Transport
All relevant land transportation in modern, air-conditioned vehicles with driver
Others
Services of an English-speaking tour director & all guided sightseeing as per the itinerary
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Journey through northern Pakistan on this nine-day tour, starting and ending in Islamabad. You’ll take in the capital’s highlights, from the striking Faisal Mosque to the cultural collections of Lok Virsa, before exploring the ancient Buddhist ruins of Taxila. Travel deep into the mountains to experience the vibrant traditions of the Kalash Valley and the historic sights around Chitral, including its fort and the wild landscapes of Gol National Park. Continue to the lush Swat Valley for museums, hilltop forts and UNESCO-listed Takht-i-Bahi. Expect dramatic scenery, rich heritage and unforgettable cultural encounters throughout.
day 1Welcome to Pakistan!
Welcome to Islamabad. Independently make your way to the hotel. After settling in, we visit two of the city’s key cultural landmarks: Faisal Mosque and the Lok Virsa Museum. We explore Pakistan’s national mosque, an iconic symbol of Islamabad designed by Turkish architect Vedat Dalokay. Its white marble, tent-inspired structure and soaring minarets stand against the Margalla Hills, creating one of the most recognisable skylines in the country. The interior features elegant calligraphy and a vast prayer hall that offers a calm, reflective atmosphere. We continue to the Lok Virsa Museum near the Shakarparian Hills. Here you can discover Pakistan’s rich folk traditions through displays of embroidered costumes, jewellery, woodwork, metalwork, block printing and regional architectural facades. The museum provides an engaging introduction to the country’s diverse cultural heritage.
