Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Islamabad

   • Meet and greet at Islamabad International Airport by guide and driver.

   • Transfer to hotel in Islamabad.

   • Relax and recover from your journey.

2. Day 2: Islamabad – Gilgit – Karimabad

   • Morning transfer to Islamabad Airport for flight to Gilgit.

   • Scenic aerial views of Nanga Parbat (8,126m) and surrounding ranges.

   • Drive along Karakoram Highway towards Karimabad.

   • Visit Continental Collides – historic Silk Road site.

   • Stop at Ancient Silk Road remains and Rakaposhi viewpoint (lunch with views).

   • Evening arrival in Karimabad and hotel check-in.

3. Day 3: Exploring Karimabad, Hunza Valley

   • Visit Altit Fort – historical and cultural landmark.

   • Explore Royal Garden for relaxation in scenic surroundings.

   • Stroll through Karimabad local bazaar for crafts and local food.

   • Discover Baltit Fort, another historical UNESCO-worthy site.

   • Evening drive to Duiker village to witness a breathtaking sunset.

4. Day 4: Karimabad – Hopper – Gulmit/Shishkat

   • Visit Ganish Village – the oldest settlement in Hunza.

   • Excursion to Hopper/Nagar Valley and Hoper Glacier.

   • Enjoy lunch in an apple garden near Glacier viewpoint.

   • Stop at Hunza Ancient Rock carvings.

   • Visit Attabad Lake with stunning turquoise waters.

   • Continue journey to Gulmit/Shishkat, check in to hotel.

5. Day 5: Khunjerab Pass Excursion

   • Full-day tour to Khunjerab National Park.

   • Visit Khunjerab Pass (4,693m) – one of the world’s highest paved border crossings.

   • Spot wildlife (Ibex, Himalayan birds, chance of snow leopard).

   • Return to hotel in Ghulkin or Gulmit for overnight stay.

6. Day 6: Passu Glacier, Borith Lake & Villages

   • Visit Passu Glacier – dramatic white ice formations.

   • Stop at Borith Lake, a serene mountain lake.

   • Lunch in the area.

   • Explore Gulmit Village and hike to Ondra Fort for panoramic views.

   • Visit Ghulkin Village to experience local traditions.

   • Return to hotel in Gulmit/Shishkat.

7. Day 7: Suspension Bridge Adventure

   • Drive to Passu Suspension Bridge – iconic Hunza landmark.

   • Hike across to Passu summer village and Zaraabad area.

   • Trek towards Hussaini Suspension Bridge.

   • Explore Hussaini Village and meet locals.

   • Enjoy picnic lunch with views of Passu Cones, Shishper Peak, Ultar Peak, and Gulmit Tower.

   • Evening return to hotel.

8. Day 8: Return Journey – Hunza to Naran/Besham

   • Early breakfast and check-out.

   • Scenic drive along Karakoram Highway through Indus Valley.

   • Stop at Nanga Parbat viewpoint for photography.

   • Visit the junction point of three mountain ranges (Karakoram, Himalaya, Hindu Kush).

   • Stop at confluence of Gilgit and Indus rivers.

   Overnight stay at Besham or Naran.

9. Day 9: Naran/Besham – Islamabad – Departure

   • Breakfast and departure for Islamabad.

   • Visit Taxila Museum (UNESCO heritage site).

   • City tour of Islamabad:

   Faisal Mosque – iconic modern Islamic architecture.

   Pakistan Monument – symbol of national unity.

   • Evening transfer to Islamabad Airport (3 hrs before flight).

   • End of services and departure.