Pakistan · Culture

12-Day Cultural and Scenic Pakistan Tour from Islamabad to Lahore

12 Days Round trip from Islamabad Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the cultural heritage of Islamabad and Lahore with historic landmarks and vibrant city life
  • 02 Experience breathtaking mountain scenery across Naran, Hunza, Skardu, Shigar Valley, and Deosai National Park
  • 03 Travel along the iconic Karakoram Highway with views from Babusar Top, Rakaposhi viewpoint, and Nanga Parbat viewpoint
  • 04 Discover alpine lakes, glaciers, valleys, and traditional mountain villages with rich local culture and hospitality

Discover the beauty of northern Pakistan on a journey from Islamabad to Lahore through Naran, Gilgit, Hunza, Skardu, Shigar Valley, and Deosai National Park. Experience breathtaking mountain landscapes, alpine lakes, glaciers, and historic cities. Travel along the Karakoram Highway, explore cultural landmarks, and witness iconic sites like Attabad Lake and Nanga Parbat viewpoint. This adventure combines nature, history, and local culture for an unforgettable exploration of Pakistan's most scenic regions.

Stopover at Nanga Parbat viewpoint and the meeting point of three mountain ranges.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 12 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Islamabad, Lahore, Gilgit, Hunza, Skardu, Naran
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Islamabad

  • Welcome at Islamabad International Airport as per your flight timings with a private airport transfer.
  • Transfer to the hotel and complete the check-in formalities.
  • Enjoy free time to rest and unwind after the journey.

Overnight stay at Roomy Signature Hotel, Islamabad (Meals: Dinner only).

2
Day 02

Islamabad City Tour

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Explore Islamabad city and visit Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument, and Shakar Parian.
  • Visit Lok Virsa Heritage Museum.
  • Visit the local market.
  • Dinner at a famous restaurant and drop-off at the hotel.

Overnight stay at Roomy Signature Hotel, Islamabad (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

3
Day 03

Drive to Naran

  • 07:30 AM Breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
  • Departure for the beautiful town of Naran.
  • Short stopovers en route at Balakot, Khanian, and Kaghan.
  • Arrival at Naran in the evening.
  • Transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at Northern Retreat Hotel, Naran (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

4
Day 04

Journey to Gilgit

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast and check-out from the hotel.
  • En route stopover at Lalusar Lake and Babusar Top.
  • Stopover at Nanga Parbat viewpoint and the meeting point of three mountain ranges.
  • Arrival at Gilgit and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at Ramada Hotel, Gilgit (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

5
Day 05

Hunza and Karimabad Exploration

  • 09:00 AM Breakfast and departure for Hunza.
  • Short stopover at Rakaposhi viewpoint.
  • Visit Altit Fort and enjoy free time at Royal Garden and Khabasi café.
  • Visit Karimabad Bazaar and Lal Shahzadi restaurant.
  • Optional sunset at Duikar viewpoint.

Dinner and overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Hunza (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

6
Day 06

Upper Hunza Discovery

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast.
  • Boating at Attabad Lake.
  • Visit a local school in Upper Hunza.
  • Drive to Khyber village and explore the local area with lunch.
  • Visit Hussaini Bridge.
  • Free time at Passu to view the Passu Cones and visit Glacier Breeze Café.
  • Drive back to the hotel in the evening.

Dinner and overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Hunza (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

7
Day 07

Drive to Baltistan Valley

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drive towards Baltistan with short stopovers en route.
  • Arrival at Kachura Valley and exploration of Upper Kachura Lake and Soq Valley.
  • Drive towards Skardu.

Overnight stay at Zhule By Roomy, Skardu (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

8
Day 08

Deosai National Park Excursion

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast and departure for Deosai on 4x4 jeeps.
  • Stopover at Bara Pani.
  • Visit Sheosar Lake.
  • Explore the Deosai Plains.
  • Drive back to Skardu in the evening.

Overnight stay at Rivage Hotel and Resorts, Shigar (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

9
Day 09

Shigar Valley Exploration

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast.
  • Explore Shigar Valley, including Shigar Fort and White Desert Safranga.
  • Free time for leisure activities.
  • Visit Blind Lake.
  • Drive back to the hotel in the evening.

Overnight stay at Rivage Hotel and Resorts, Shigar (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

10
Day 10

Fly to Islamabad and Continue to Lahore

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast.
  • Drop-off at Skardu Airport for your flight to Islamabad.
  • Arrival in Islamabad and drive towards Lahore.
  • Arrival in Lahore and transfer to the hotel.
  • Visit local markets in Lahore.
  • Dinner at Lahore Food Street.

Overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Lahore (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

11
Day 11

Walled City of Lahore Sightseeing

  • 08:00 AM Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Departure for the Walled City of Lahore.
  • Visit Gowalmandi, Chowk Shahalam, Mori Gate, Urdu Bazar, Bhatti Gate, and other historical gates and landmarks.
  • Visit Royal Mosque, Lahore Fort, Wazir Khan Mosque, and Royal Trail Way.
  • Visit Maqbara Jahangir and drive to Wagah Border for the flag ceremony.
  • Dinner at a famous restaurant.

Overnight stay at Best Western Premier Hotel, Lahore (Meals: Breakfast and Dinner).

12
Day 12

Departure from Lahore

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Drop-off at the airport as per your flight timings with a private airport transfer.
  • End of services.
Attabad Lake, Nanga Parbat viewpoint, Deosai Plains, Lahore Fort

Where this trip takes you

Attabad Lake, Nanga Parbat viewpoint, Deosai Plains, Lahore Fort

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Islamabad 6 cities · 12 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Domestic air ticket from Skardu to Islamabad/Lahore (one way)
  • Private transport as per the itinerary throughout the trip
  • Experienced driver, fuel, and road tolls
  • 4x4 Toyota Prado jeep for Deosai, Sheosar Lake, Soq Valley, and Kachura Lake (4 pax sharing basis)
  • Quality hotel accommodation as per the itinerary on a single/double-sharing basis
  • Daily breakfast and dinner as per the itinerary
  • Water bottles during travel: 0.5 L x 2 per person per day
  • Discover Pakistan's highly professional staff will supervise the whole event
  • Services of a government-licensed English-speaking tour guide
  • Basic first aid kit available during travel and activities
  • Entry tickets for all tourist destinations as per the itinerary

What's Not Included

  • Medication, evacuation, rescue, hospitalization, or doctor visits
  • Meals other than breakfast and dinner as mentioned in the itinerary
  • Any expenses of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
  • Any extra expense due to force majeure, natural calamities, restrictions by governments, and circumstances beyond the control of Discover Pakistan Tours & Trekking, their staff, and their suppliers
  • Anything not mentioned above

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Islamabad Airport Road, Islamabad Gandhara International Airport, Islamabad, Pakistan
Tour start
Islamabad, Pakistan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 12 days finish where they began, in Islamabad.

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