10-Day Cultural and Heritage Tour of South Pakistan with Lahore

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Day 01

Arrival in Karachi and Evening Briefing

• 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 02

Karachi Heritage and Coastal Highlights

• 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 03

Karachi to Hyderabad via Thatta's Heritage Sites

• 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 04

Hyderabad to Sehwan through Sindh

• 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 05

Sehwan to Sukkur via Mohenjo-daro

• Depart for Larkana after breakfast.
• Visit Mohenjo-daro, a remarkable UNESCO World Heritage Site dating to the 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 06

Sukkur to Bahawalpur and Derawar Fort

• 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 07

Bahawalpur Landmarks and Multan Shrines

• 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 08

Multan to Lahore via Harappa

• Depart Multan for Lahore, the 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 09

Lahore Mughal Heritage and Wagah Ceremony

• 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 via Katas Raj Temples

• 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.