Pakistan: Hike the Karakoram Mountains

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Pakistan is a most amazing country. It's landscape, people, culture history and food all impress and leave you wanting to know more and experience more of this land and it's people. Do yourself a favour and get to Pakistan and trek with Gadventures. One of my best travel experiences thanks to the wonderful staff.

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9 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

12 peopleMaximum group size

12 - 100 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Challenging

Demands good physical fitness and stamina for more intense or extended activities.

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Ends

Islamabad, Pakistan

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Highlights

5 Day trek through the Karakoram Mountains.

Foodie Tour at Melody Food Street.

Community visits at ancient settlements.

Explore the Thosqi Khar Upper Fort.

Khaplu Palace Visit.

Explore the Shigar Fort

Itinerary

Step back in time on this 9-day Karakoram Mountains trek, where the ancient Thallay La Trail connects you to the heart of Baltistan’s untouched valleys. Starting and ending in Islamabad, this small group tour is designed for those who crave active adventure and genuine cultural encounters.

Trek through remote villages, meet locals living as they have for generations, and wake up to the tranquil sounds of yak and goat herds outside your campsite. Days are filled with shimmering glaciers and crystal-clear streams, while evenings offer camaraderie and reflection amid breathtaking mountain scenery.

The unique selling point of this tour package is its blend of physical challenge and true immersion—granting travelers access to a world seldom seen, where hospitality and nature reign supreme.

day 1Islamabad

Welcome to Pakistan, known as the Land of the Pure, in Urdu. A country full of natural wonders seemingly undiscovered by tourists. Your adventure starts in Islamabad where you will meet your CEO and fellow travelers at the Welcome Meeting this afternoon. Then head to the Shah Faisal Mosque for sunset. Listen as the maghrib prayer echoes over this unique mosque, welcoming you to Pakistan.

Accomodation

Hotel Hillview Islamabad (or similar)

Included Activities

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Faisal Mosque

day 2Islamabad to Khaplu

day 3Khaplu to Dunsa Campsite

day 4Dunsa to May Sikhpa

day 5May Sikhpa to La Brangsa

day 6Thallay La Crossing

day 7Bukhma to Shigar

day 8Shigar to Islamabad

day 9Islamabad

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (4 nts), Tent Camping (4 nts).

Meals

8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
Note: Allow USD90-120 for meals not included.

Transport

Plane, private vehicle, trekking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, trekking support staff, porters and local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Yugo Local Baskets, BaltistānYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Melody Street Foodie Tour, IslamabadArrival TransferTrekking PortersFaisal MosqueKeris Suspension BridgeYugo Village VisitThosqi Khar Upper FortKhaplu Palace VisitKhanqah-e-MuallaThallay La Trail 5 Day TrekThallay La Peak SummitShigar FortTaxila Truck ArtInternal flights

What's Excluded

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