| Sample
Itinerary |
| Day
01 |
Arrival
at Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Overnight stay.
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| Day
02 |
Leave
for Skardu by air. The one hour flight to Skardu is one of the most
beautiful flights in the world. Sightseeing at Skardu. Overnight
at Skardu.
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| Day
03 |
Leave
for Khaplu valley, 4 hours drive. A beautiful Balti village full
of fruits and surrounded by lofty Karakoram peaks. Overnight at
Khaplu (Rest house/Camp).
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| Day
04 |
Khaplu
- sightseeing, hiking etc.
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| Day
05 |
Leave
for Skardu. Overnight stay at Skardu.
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| Day
06 |
Day
trip to Shigar valley, gateway to the famous Karakoram Peaks including
K-2, world's 2nd highest mountain, Gasherbrum chain and numerous
other Peaks. Overnight stay at Skardu.
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| Day
07 |
Morning
visit to Satpara Lake. This lake is known for its scenic beauty
and excellent trout fishing. In the afternoon leave for Kachura
lake. Overnight stay at Shangri-La/Skardu.
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| Day
08 |
Early
morning departure for Gilgit 6 hours drive through Indus Gorge.
Overnight stay at Gilgit.
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| Day
09 |
Leave
for Hunza, driving along the Hunza river on the Karakoram Highway
which links China with Pakistan. The valleys of Hunza and Nagar
are some of the most beautiful valleys in the northern parts of
Pakistan. The people of this area are known for their legendary
good health, longevity and hospitality. Rakaposhi accessible only
by 4 to 5 hrs. Walk from the road, dominates the whole valley. This
area is full of apricots, apples, grapes and peaches. After 4 hours
drive through this beautiful valley, we will reach Gulmit Village,
a lovely remote village of Hunza, overnight at Gulmit.
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| Day
10 |
Visit
Batura glaciers, 45 minutes drive from Gulmit. 50 miles short of
China border visit Hoper village from where one can enjoy the beautiful
scenery of Rakaposhi chain and Barpu glaciers. Afternoon departure
for Gilgit. Overnight at Gilgit.
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| Day
11 |
Day
trip to Naltar, 3 hours drive, a lush green valley surrounded by
Hindukush range, glaciers and pine trees. This place is known for
its wild life like Markhor, Ibex and snow Leopards. Overnight at
Gilgit.
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| Day
12 |
Morning
departure for Phander Lake, 9 hours drive. Along the Gilgit river
with beautiful scenery of Ghizr valley. Besides it scenic beauty,
Phander lake is well known for its trout fishing. This is one of
the best fishing spots in Pakistan. Overnight Camping.
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| Day
13 |
Rest
day at Phandar lake (fishing, hiking). Overnight camping.
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| Day
14 |
Leave
for Chitral via Shandur Pass. After 8 to 10 hours drive reach Chitral.
Overnight at Chitral.
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| Day
15 |
Leave
for Kalash valley, 2 hours drive to village Bamburet. The people
inhabiting these valleys are the primitive Pagan Tribes of Pakistan,
who are known as Kafir Kalash. They are known for their own ancient
culture and religion. Overnight at PWD Rest House.
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| Day
16 |
Morning
visit to village Birir, and hiking, etc. Afternoon leave for Chitral.
Overnight Chitral.
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| Day
17 |
Day
trip to Garm Chashma, known for its hot springs and mountain scenery
of Hindukush range. Overnight at Gilgitl.
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| Day
18 |
Morning
departure for Peshawar by air. Sightseeing tour of Peshawar and
vicinity. Overnight stay at Peshawar.
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| Day
19 |
Morning
visit to Khyber Pass, the prime attraction of Peshawar.
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| Day
20 |
Leave
for Swat valley. Sightseeing and visit to Museum situated between
Mingora and Saidu Sharif. It has a rich collection of Gandhara art.
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| Day
21 |
Morning
departure for Miandam. This is an exciting tourist resort of great
natural beauty. On the way visit Madian and Bahrain, with beautiful
terraced fields, wild flowers, studded slopes and fruit laden trees.
Overnight stay at Miandam.
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| Day
22 |
Leave
for Kalam. The last destination of Swat valley, which is ideal for
hiking, trekking and trout fishing. Overnight at Kalam.
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| Day
23 |
Departure
to Saidu Sharif which is a 4 hours drive. Overnight at Saidu Sharif.
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| Day
24 |
Morning
departure for Balakot. Overnight at Balakot.
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| Day
25 |
Leave
for Kaghan valley, one of the most beautiful valleys of Pakistan
with lush green valley lakes and rivers full of trout fish, and
above all the Majestic Himalayan Mountains. Overnight stay at Shogran/Camping.
Shogran is 7750 ft. above sea level.
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| Day
26 |
Morning
departure for Naran driving along the river Kunhar. Naran serves
as base camp for the whole Kaghan Valley. Overnight stay at Naran.
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| Day
27 |
Visit
Lake Saifulmuluk, 6 miles from Naran.
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| Day
28 |
Visit
Lalazar for trekking and hiking etc.
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| Day
29 |
Afternoon
departure. Overnight stay at Balakot.
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| Day
30 |
Arrival
at Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Overnight stay.
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| Day
31 |
Sightseeing
Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Taxila. Departure for home destination.
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