17-Day's Adventure Trekking through Naran, Hunza Valley, Shimshal Pass and Mingliksar Peak
Highlights
Islamabad, Hunza, Naran, Shimshal, Gilgit
Locations Covered
Islamabad, Hunza, Naran, Shimshal, Gilgit
bird, mountaineering, nature
Private Tour
17 Days
Strenuous
English, French, Urdu
Description
Embark on a thrilling 17-day adventure through Pakistan’s stunning landscapes, exploring Naran, Hunza Valley, Shimshal Valley, and Shimshal Pass. Enjoy scenic flights, trekking through rugged terrain, and cultural visits to historic forts and local settlements. Challenge yourself by summiting Mingliksar Peak and trekking to Shimshal Pass, while taking in breathtaking views of glaciers, snow-capped mountains, and lush valleys.
Itinerary
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Day 01: Arrival in Pakistan
- Arrive at Islamabad International Airport.
Pickup from the airport and transfer to your hotel.
If time allows, visit Islamabad city.
Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
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Day 02: Islamabad to Naran / Fly to Gilgit
- Drive to Islamabad International Airport.
Take a 45-minute scenic flight to Gilgit (subject to weather).
If the flight is canceled, drive to Naran.
If the flight is operational, drive to Shimshal Valley.
Lunch en route.
Arrive at Naran for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 03: Naran to Hunza Valley
- Breakfast and drive to Hunza Valley via Lulusar Lake, Babusar Pass, and the Karakoram Highway.
Stop at the World’s Three Mountain Junction Point.
Arrive at Gilgit for lunch.
After lunch, drive to Hunza Valley.
Stop at the Old Silk Route Viewpoint and Rakaposhi Viewpoint.
Arrive at Hunza Valley for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 04: Hunza to Shimshal Valley
- Breakfast and jeep drive to Shimshal Valley.
Stop at Passu Cones and Passu Glacier viewpoint.
Continue the drive to Shimshal Valley, stopping at Dastgil Sar Peak 7880m viewpoint.
Arrive at Shimshal Valley, enjoy lunch, and have free time.
Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 05: Shimshal Valley to Gharsar
- Breakfast and start trekking towards Shimshal Pass.
Lunch at Korband.
Arrive at Gharsar for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 06: Gharsar to Peryansar
- Breakfast and continue trekking towards Shimshal Pass.
Stop for lunch at Voch Furzin.
Arrive at Peryansar for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 07: Peryansar to Shimshal Pass
- Breakfast and trek towards Shujerab, the first settlement in old Shimshal Valley.
Lunch at Volyo Dasht.
Arrive at Shimshal Pass for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 08: Rest and Walk Around Shimshal Pass
- Rest day at Shimshal Pass.
Walk around the lake and pasture.
Lunch and trek to Mingliksar Peak High Camp.
- Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 09: Summit Day
- Wake up at 01:00 am, breakfast, and start climbing.
Reach the summit and trek back to the base camp.
Celebration lunch and rest.
Dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 10: Shimshal Pass to Peryansar
- Breakfast and trek back to Peryansar.
Lunch en route.
Arrive at Peryansar for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 11: Peryansar to Gharsar
- Breakfast and trek back to Gharsar.
Lunch at Past Furzin.
Arrive at Gharsar for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 12: Gharsar to Shimshal Valley and Drive to Hunza
- Breakfast and trek back to Shimshal Valley.
Arrive at Shimshal for lunch, then drive to Hunza Valley.
Arrive at Hunza Valley for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 13: Hunza to Gilgit
- Breakfast and visit Baltit and Altit Forts in Hunza Valley.
Lunch and drive to Gilgit.
Arrive at Gilgit for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 14: Gilgit to Naran
- Breakfast and drive back to Naran.
Lunch en route.
Arrive at Naran for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 15: Naran to Islamabad
- Breakfast and drive back to Islamabad.
Lunch en route.
Visit the Taxila Gandhara remains along the way.
Arrive at Islamabad for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 16: Fly Back
- Breakfast and drop-off at the airport based on flight timing.
Fly back to your home destination.
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Day 17: Arrival at Home Destination
- Arrive back at your home destination, marking the end of the adventure.
What's Included
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What To Bring
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult | |
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1 to 20 | /person |
Child | |
1 to 20 | /person |
This is a private tour |