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15 daysDuration
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24 peopleMaximum group size
12 - 85 yearsAge range for participants
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Highlights

Karakorum Highway

Hikes to Fairy Meadows, Beyal Camp, Nanga Parbat BC (optional), Herrlikoffer BC & Passu Glacier

Deosai Plains

Shigar Valley

Khorpocho, Baltit & Altit Forts

Borith Lake

Hussaini hanging bridge

Sunset at Duikar viewpoint

Itinerary

Towering peaks, ancient relics, and vibrant cultures shape the unforgettable "Karakorum Highlights" tour, a 15-day journey through the heart of northern India and Pakistan. Starting in Punjab and winding through Gilgit, Islamabad, and the legendary Hunza Valley, this sightseeing trip is a tapestry of breathtaking natural wonders and deep historical roots. Your adventure begins in the modern capital of Islamabad, where you’ll marvel at landmarks like the Faisal Mosque and Pakistan Monument, before traveling through the scenic Khagan Valley to the bustling mountain town of Naran.

Dive into millennia-old history at Jaulian Monastery, cross the dramatic Babusar Pass, and trek to Fairy Meadows for awe-inspiring views of Nanga Parbat. The itinerary features invigorating day hikes—tailored for varied fitness levels—leading to glacial lakes, sacred sites, and the base camps of legendary peaks. Discover the artisan traditions of Karimabad, walk the daring Hussaini Suspension Bridge, and explore historic forts and valleys steeped in legend. Throughout your trip, enjoy a welcoming mix of tourist-class hotels and cozy guesthouses, plus a culinary journey featuring regional specialties like Hunza Valley apricots.

A core highlight of this tour package is its blend of immersive trekking, cultural encounters, and access to both iconic and lesser-known sites—making it ideal for travelers eager to experience the full spectrum of the Karakorum’s majesty.

day 1Arrive In Islamabad, Afternoon City Tour

This morning we will welcome you to Pakistan at Islamabad airport and transfer you to your hotel. At 2pm your guide will meet you at the hotel and take you on an afternoon tour of Pakistan's modern capital. Our visits will include the huge Faisal Mosque, which is the 6th largest in the world and the biggest in South Asia. We'll also vist the Pakistan Monument which was constructed to symbolise the unity of the Pakistan people, and the impressive Heritage Museum which presents the history and living traditions of the people of Pakistan both from the main stream and the remotest regions of the country.
Extra nights are available in the hotel before the tour starts if morning arrival flights are not available or convenient.
OVERNIGHT:Islamabad hotel
MEALS:EXTRAS:Extra night in Islamabad - pre-tour
Single Room Supplement
Guide & Transport for extra day - Islamabad

day 2Islamabad To Naran Via The Jaulian Monastery & Sirkup Old City. Visit Naran Bazaar

day 3Cross The Babussar Pass. Hike To Fairy Meadows

day 4Free Time Or Treks In The Mountains Around Fairy Meadows

day 5Hike Down To Tato, Drive To Tarashing

day 6Hike To Nanga Parbat-herrligkoffer Base Camp

day 7To Skardu Via Desosai National Park

day 8Day Trip To The Shigar Valley

day 9Skardu To Gilgit Via Katchura Lake

day 10Hunza Valley, Borith Lake, Passu Glacier View

day 11Passu To Karimabad

day 12Altit Fort & Village, Duikar Viewpoint

day 13Karakorum Highway To Besham Or Naran

day 14Return To Islamabad Via Taxila

day 15Departure From Islamabad

What's Included

Accommodation
Accommodation in comfortable hotels, guesthouses and cabins
Meals
Meals - 3 meals per day
Transport
Transport in rugged 4x4 vehicles
Guide
Loca English speaking guide
Others
Tea & Coffee morning & afternoon

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