10-Day South Pakistan Cultural and Heritage Tour
Highlights
Karachi, Hyderabad, Lahore, Islamabad
Locations Covered
Karachi, Hyderabad, Lahore, Islamabad
photography, historical, sightseeing
Private Tour
10 Days
Medium
English
Description
Embark on a 10-day cultural journey through South Pakistan, exploring Karachi’s vibrant heritage, Sindh’s Sufi traditions, the ancient ruins of Mohenjo-daro, and the majestic Derawar Fort in the Cholistan Desert. Discover Multan’s sacred shrines, experience Lahore’s Mughal grandeur, and witness the iconic Wagah Border Ceremony. This expertly curated tour combines archaeology, spirituality, architecture, and living culture to deliver an immersive and memorable travel experience across Pakistan’s most historic and culturally rich regions.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Karachi
- Arrive at Karachi airport and meet your driver for a transfer to your accommodation.
- Enjoy time to relax after your journey.
- Attend an evening briefing over dinner to prepare for the days ahead.
- Hotel: Embassy Inn Karachi.
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Day 2: Karachi City Tour
- Begin with a visit to Mazar-e-Quaid to honour the founder of Pakistan.
- Explore Frere Hall and stroll through its surrounding gardens.
- Experience the lively atmosphere of Empress Market.
- Visit Mohatta Palace to admire its colonial architecture.
- Tour the National Museum of Pakistan to learn about the country’s heritage.
- Head to Clifton Beach to enjoy a beautiful sunset over the Arabian Sea.
- Return to the hotel for dinner and relaxation.
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Day 3: Karachi to Hyderabad
- Depart Karachi after breakfast and drive towards Hyderabad.
- Visit Chaukandi Tombs to explore their unique sandstone carvings.
- Tour the Banbhore Museum and Banbhore Heritage Site.
- Continue to Makli Hill UNESCO site, one of the world’s largest necropolises.
- Visit the stunning Shah Jahan Mosque in Thatta.
- Arrive in Hyderabad and check in at your hotel.
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Day 4: Hyderabad to Sehwan
- Begin the drive through north-western Sindh towards Sehwan.
- Visit the shrine of Sufi saint Abdul Latif Bhittai.
- Stop at the impressive Ranikot Fort, often called the Great Wall of Sindh.
- Arrive in Sehwan and take time to relax.
- Visit the Shrine of Hazrat Lal Shahbaz Qalandar at sunset and witness the Sufi Dhammal.
- Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
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Day 5: Sehwan to Sukkur
- Depart for Larkana after breakfast.
- Visit Mohenjo-daro, a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to 19th century BC.
- Explore the Mohenjo-daro Museum to understand the Indus Valley Civilisation.
- Continue the journey to Sukkur and check in for the night.
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Day 6: Sukkur to Bahawalpur
- Visit the Seven Sisters Shrine near the Indus River.
- Drive to Uch Sharif to explore its beautifully decorated Sufi shrines.
- Continue to Derawar Fort in the Cholistan Desert and explore its monumental structure.
- Proceed to Bahawalpur and check in at your accommodation.
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Day 7: Bahawalpur to Multan
- Explore Bahawalpur’s historic landmarks including Noor Mahal and Farid Gate.
- Drive to Multan, the City of the Sufis.
- Visit the shrines of Shah Rukn-i-Alam, Bahauddin Zakariya and Shams Tabrez.
- Wander through the bustling Old Bazaar to experience local culture.
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Day 8: Multan to Lahore
- Depart Multan for Lahore, capital of Punjab.
- Stop at Harappa archaeological site, dating to 2600 BC.
- Arrive in Lahore and settle into your hotel.
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Day 9: Explore Lahore
- Visit Lahore Museum to explore its rich cultural exhibits.
- Enjoy an in-depth tour of Lahore Fort.
- Visit the impressive Badshahi Mosque.
- Wander through the Walled City and explore its historic bazaars.
- Visit Shahi Hammam and Wazir Khan Mosque.
- Drive to Wagah Border to witness the iconic ceremony.
- Return to Lahore for the night.
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Day 10: Lahore to Islamabad
- Depart Lahore after breakfast.
- Visit the historic Katas Raj Temples en route to Islamabad.
- Continue the scenic drive towards the capital city.
- Arrive in Islamabad and check in at your hotel.
- Visit Faisal Mosque to admire its modern architectural beauty.
- Explore Lok Virsa Museum to understand Pakistan’s cultural diversity.
What's Included
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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
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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