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The journey
A journey through Hunza and Shimshal brings you to the heart of some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the Karakoram range. Travel from Islamabad through Besham, Chilas, Gilgit, and Hunza, visiting the historic Altit and Baltit forts before continuing to the remote village of Shimshal. Along the way, enjoy rugged mountain scenery, glacier views, and meaningful interactions with local communities, including traditional cultural performances and homestay experiences. From the lush valleys of Hunza to the remote vistas of Shimshal, this adventure offers a deep appreciation of the Karakoram's natural beauty and the resilience of its people.
Stop over at Kuk to enjoy the view of the glacier.
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Meet your local tour guide at ISBT for pick-up and transfer to Chilas.
Make a stopover in Besham for lunch on the way.
Arrive in Chilas and check in at PTDC for an overnight stay.
Drive to Hunza.
Stop over in Gilgit for lunch.
Check in to your hotel in Hunza and visit Altit Fort and Baltit Fort.
Stay overnight at Hunza Embassy Hotel.
Drive for 3 hours to Shimshal.
Stop over at Kuk to enjoy the view of the glacier.
Arrive in Shimshal and have dinner.
Enjoy a traditional cultural performance.
Stay overnight at a local house.
Visit local houses and a cultural museum house.
Watch or take part in a polo match, gully danda, and even ice skating.
Indulge in a special yak meat dinner and enjoy a cultural show for a musical night.
Stay overnight at a local house.
Visit animal shelters with local shepherds.
Take the opportunity to ski on snowy slopes.
Enjoy a musical program.
Stay overnight at a local house.
Take a jeep drive to Hunza.
Stop over in Hunza for lunch.
Drive to Gilgit for an overnight stay at Hunza Embassy Hotel.
Drive to Islamabad.
Stop over in Besham for lunch.
Arrive in Islamabad in the evening.
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Accommodation
Breakfast and dinner
Transport
English-speaking local tour guide
Lunch
Tips
Personal expenses
Carry personal effects suitable for warm, windy, and rainy conditions.
Bring insect repellent, sunburn lotion, light clothes, and trekking shoes or boots.
Logistics
Your 7 days finish where they began, in Islamabad.
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