Pakistan · Heritage Walks

10-Day Cultural Heritage Tour of Northern Pakistan with Hunza

10 Days Round trip from Lahore Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore historic cities including Lahore, Islamabad, and Peshawar with rich cultural heritage
  • 02 Discover ancient Gandhara sites in Taxila and traditional bazaars across old cities
  • 03 Witness breathtaking autumn landscapes across Hunza, Gilgit, and Kaghan valleys
  • 04 Travel through the Karakoram Highway and Babusar Pass with stunning mountain views

Embark on a 10-day journey across Pakistan, exploring Lahore, Islamabad, Peshawar, Taxila, and the breathtaking northern valleys of Hunza, Gilgit, and Kaghan. Discover ancient heritage sites, vibrant bazaars, and rich cultural landmarks while travelling through scenic mountain routes, including the Karakoram Highway and Babusar Pass. Witness stunning autumn landscapes, snow-capped peaks, and golden valleys, combined with immersive local experiences, traditional hospitality, and unforgettable sightseeing that blends history, nature, and adventure throughout this diverse and picturesque journey.

Discover ancient heritage sites, vibrant bazaars, and rich cultural landmarks while travelling through scenic mountain routes, including the Karakoram Highway and Babusar Pass.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, Taxila, Gilgit, Hunza, Naran, Khunjerab National Park, Nanga Parbat
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Lahore and Welcome Transfer

  • Arrival at Lahore International Airport as per your flight timings.
  • Meet and greet by the representative, followed by transfer to the hotel.
  • Evening visit to local markets and Lahore Food Street, subject to arrival time.
  • Enjoy dinner featuring authentic Lahori cuisine.

Overnight stay at Faletti's Express Hotel, Lahore.

Meals included: Dinner.

2
Day 02

Lahore Sightseeing and the Walled City Experience

  • Breakfast at the hotel before starting the guided city tour.
  • Explore the historic Walled City of Lahore, including Delhi Gate and the surrounding gates.
  • Drive through key areas such as Gowalmandi, Shah Alam, Lohari Gate, Bhatti Gate, and others.
  • Visit major landmarks including Badshahi Mosque, Lahore Fort, Wazir Khan Mosque, and Shahi Hammam.
  • Experience the Royal Trail, local crafts, street food, and traditional neighbourhoods.
  • Visit the Tomb of Emperor Jahangir in the afternoon.
  • Attend the Wagah Border flag-lowering ceremony.

Dinner at a local restaurant and overnight stay at Faletti's Express Hotel, Lahore.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

3
Day 03

Lahore to Islamabad and Capital Highlights

  • Breakfast at the hotel before departure to Islamabad via the motorway.
  • Short stopover en route during the journey.
  • Arrival in Islamabad and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
  • Visit Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, and Lok Virsa Museum.
  • Evening excursion to Daman-e-Koh for panoramic city views.

Overnight stay at Grace Boutique Hotel, Islamabad.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

4
Day 04

Full-Day Excursion to Historic Peshawar

  • Breakfast at the hotel before a full-day excursion to Peshawar.
  • Explore Qissa Khwani Bazaar, Mohabbat Khan Mosque, Gor Khatri, Sethi House, and Clock Tower.
  • Photo stop at Bala Hisar Fort for an exterior view.
  • Visit Peshawar Museum.
  • Return to Islamabad in the evening.

Overnight stay at Grace Boutique Hotel, Islamabad.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

5
Day 05

Islamabad to Naran through Kaghan Valley

  • Breakfast and departure for Naran.
  • Scenic drive through Kaghan Valley with stopovers at Balakot and Kiwai or Khanian.
  • Arrival in Naran and hotel check-in.
  • Evening free to explore Naran Bazaar.

Overnight stay at Northern Retreat Hotel, Naran.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

6
Day 06

Naran to Hunza on the Karakoram Highway

  • Breakfast and departure for Hunza Valley.
  • En route stop at Nanga Parbat viewpoint and the mountain ranges confluence point.
  • Visit Rakaposhi viewpoint along the Karakoram Highway.
  • Scenic drive through the region with Himalayan landscapes.
  • Arrival in Hunza and hotel check-in.

Overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Hunza.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

7
Day 07

Hunza Valley Forts and Attabad Lake

  • Breakfast at the hotel before the sightseeing tour.
  • Visit Altit Fort and Baltit Fort with guided tours.
  • Explore Karimabad Bazaar.
  • Excursion to Attabad Lake with boating and optional jet skiing.
  • Return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

Overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Hunza.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

8
Day 08

Upper Hunza, Passu Region, and Drive to Gilgit

  • Breakfast at the hotel before the full-day excursion.
  • Drive towards Khunjerab and the Passu region, depending on conditions.
  • Visit Hussaini Suspension Bridge, Borith Lake, and Passu Cones.
  • Tea break at a scenic cafe overlooking glaciers.
  • Evening drive to Gilgit.

Overnight stay at Ramada by Wyndham, Gilgit.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

9
Day 09

Gilgit to Islamabad via Babusar Pass

  • Breakfast and departure for Islamabad.
  • Scenic stopovers at Babusar Pass, Lulusar Lake, Besal, and Batakundi.
  • Continue the journey towards Islamabad.

Overnight stay at Grace Boutique Hotel, Islamabad.

Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner.

10
Day 10

Taxila Heritage Excursion and Airport Drop

  • Breakfast at the hotel before departure.
  • Guided excursion to the Taxila UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Visit Taxila Museum and Dharmarajika Stupa Site.
  • Transfer to Islamabad International Airport as per your flight schedule.

Meals included: Breakfast.

Attabad Lake, Baltit Fort, Karakoram Highway, Babusar Pass

Where this trip takes you

Attabad Lake, Baltit Fort, Karakoram Highway, Babusar Pass

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Lahore 9 cities · 10 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transport as per the itinerary (sedan car, Grand Cabin van, or coaster), depending on group size.
  • Experienced driver, fuel, and road tolls.
  • Quality hotel accommodation as per the itinerary on a single- and double-sharing basis.
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (breakfast and dinner).
  • Water bottles during travel (0.5 x 2 per person per day).
  • Discover Pakistan's highly professional staff will supervise the whole event.
  • Services of a government-licensed tour guide.
  • Basic first aid kit available during travel and activities.
  • Entry tickets for all tourist destinations as per the itinerary.
  • Boating charges at Attabad Lake.

What's Not Included

  • Medication, evacuation, rescue, hospitalization, doctor visits, etc.
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Any expenses of a personal nature.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Any extra expense due to force majeure, natural calamities, government restrictions, flight cancellations, or circumstances beyond the control of Discover Pakistan Tours & Trekking, their staff, and their suppliers.
  • Anything not mentioned above.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Airport Building, Cantt, Lahore, Pakistan
Tour start
Lahore, Pakistan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 days finish where they began, in Lahore.

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