Pakistan: Karakoram Highway, Local Eats & Village Life

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13 days

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It was a great trip! I loved every minute of it.

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13 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Lahore, Pakistan

Islamabad, Pakistan

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Highlights

Explore the Hunza Valley with day hikes among ancient settlements.

Dig into delicious food at Lahore's Food Street.

Go on a jeep adventure at Saif-ul Muluk.

Visit Khunjerab National Park.

Explore Passu Glacier.

Itinerary

Pakistan’s Karakoram Highway is a destination for true adventurers, and this 13-day guided trip offers an extraordinary blend of alpine landscapes, vibrant street culture, and authentic village life. From Lahore to Islamabad, you’ll eat at bustling women-owned food stalls, shop in colorful bazaars, and trek on glaciers flanked by snow-capped peaks.

Connect deeply with local communities in ancient settlements, where hospitality is unmatched and traditions run deep. Whether you’re sampling 'arak' with villagers or hiking through breathtaking valleys, each day brings new discoveries and friendships. The highlight: unparalleled access to Pakistan’s hidden gems, guided by a local CEO who ensures an intimate, insider experience.

If you’re seeking a journey where every moment is a revelation and local interaction is at its heart, this tour package stands apart for its cultural immersion and off-the-beaten-track adventure.

day 1Lahore

Welcome to Pakistan and get ready for an epic adventure off the beaten path. Arrive at any time and join your group for a welcome meeting in the evening. Choose to join your CEO for an incredible meal. Lahore is a food lover's paradise, chock full of incredibly innovative and high quality dishes to devour.

Accomodation

OBAN Hotel (or similar)

Included Activity

Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Lahore

day 3Lahore/ Nathia Gali

day 4Nathia Gali & Mirajani Peak

day 5Nathia Gali/ Naran

day 6Naran/ Passu

day 7Passu Hunza

day 8Passu/ Karimabad

day 9Karimabad

day 10Karimabad/ Chilas

day 11Chilas/ Islamabad

day 12Islamabad

day 13Islamabad

What's Included

Accommodation

Hotels (12 nts).

Meals

12 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners
Note: Allow USD270-355 for meals not included.

Transport

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

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout and local guides.

Included activities

Your G for Good Moment: Gulmit Old House Cafe, PassuYour G for Good Moment: Korgah Carpet Centre, PassuYour Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Foodie Moment: Food Street Lahore, LahoreYour Foodie Moment: Old House, GulmitYour Local Living Moment: Khanabad Village Visit, KhānābādLahore City TourWaled City of LahoreBadshahi Mosque & Tomb of Allama IqbalWagah Border CeremonyFood Street LahoreAyubia National Park Pipeline Trail HikeMirajani Peak HikeFree time in Nathia GaliLake Saif-ul-Muluk Jeep AdventureHunza Village ExperienceKhunjerab National Park VisitKhyber Village VisitOrganic Fruit PickingBorith Lake VisitPassu Glacier HikeLunch at Old House InitiativeGulmit Old House TourKorgah Carpet Center VisitBaltit Fort HikeGanish Settlement TourKhanabad Village VisitKaiwai Abshar WaterfallMelody Food StreetTaxila Truck ArtSaidpur VillageFaisal Mosque

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