Pakistan · Geological Wonders

7-Day Hunza Valley Tour from Islamabad with Khunjerab Pass

7 Days Round trip from Islamabad Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Catch marvellous mountain views from the Rakaposhi Mountain viewpoint
  • 02 Explore the historic Baltit Fort and Altit Fort
  • 03 Enjoy a bird's-eye view over Hunza and Nagar Valley from the fort viewpoint
  • 04 Watch the sunset over the valley from Eagles Nest viewpoint
  • 05 Enjoy a chairlift ride to the top of the alps
  • 06 Trek towards the Hoper Glacier

Explore the stunning beauty of Pakistan's Hunza Valley on this 7-day journey from Islamabad, visiting Lulusar Lake, the Rakaposhi Mountain viewpoint, Baltit Fort, Altit Royal Gardens and Fort, and Attabad Lake, among other remarkable sites. Travel through Naran, Nagar, Hunza, Khunjerab Pass, Naltar, and Gilgit, taking in mountain landscapes, historic forts, and vibrant local bazaars along the way. The tour also includes a short trek to Hoper Glacier, time at Eagles Nest viewpoint, and a visit to the Chinese cemetery before returning to Islamabad by road.

Reach the historic Baltit Fort, 800 years old, and take a thorough tour with a professional guide.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Islamabad, Gilgit, Hunza, Naran, Khunjerab National Park
Languages English, Hindi, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Islamabad to Naran via Balakot and Kaghan Valley

  • Eat breakfast at the hotel.
  • Travel from Islamabad to Naran on an 8-hour drive with your Pakistani tour guide.
  • Stop at Balakot and explore the city.
  • Stop at the Kiwai water streams and explore Kaghan Valley while driving towards Naran.

Overnight stay at Cloud Ways Hotel, Naran.

2
Day 02

Naran to Nagar Valley via Lulusar Lake and Babusar Top

  • Eat breakfast at the hotel.

  • Drive to Nagar.

  • Stop at Lulusar Lake and Babusar Top, 4173 m above sea level, as well as the three-junction point of the Himalaya, Hindu Kush, and Karakoram.

  • Stop at the Rakaposhi Mountain viewpoint (8877 meters).

Overnight stay at Osho Thang/Hichal Guest House/Al Qaim Guest House/Rakaposhi Zero Point.

3
Day 03

Karimabad, Baltit Fort, Altit Valley and Eagles Nest

  • Wake up for breakfast at the hotel.

  • Move towards Karimabad Fort.

  • Enjoy an amazing hike towards Baltit Fort, passing through colourful markets.

  • Reach the historic Baltit Fort, 800 years old, and take a thorough tour with a professional guide.

  • Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Hunza and Nagar Valley from the fort viewpoint.

  • Move back towards Karimabad Bazaar and enjoy leisure time.

  • Travel towards Altit Royal Gardens and visit Altit Fort.

  • Visit the music school of Hunza and Kha Basi local café.

  • See Eagles Nest and enjoy a peaceful walk in the valley.

  • Proceed towards Eagles Nest viewpoint and enjoy the sunset over the valley.

  • Experience quality time at Eagles Nest, surrounded by 7 mighty glaciers.

  • Return to the hotel.

Overnight stay at Osho Thang/Hichal Guest House/Al Qaim Guest House/Rakaposhi Zero Point.

4
Day 04

Attabad Lake, Passu Cathedral and Khunjerab Pass

  • Savour breakfast at the hotel.

  • Depart towards Khunjerab Pass (Pak-China Border).

  • Reach Attabad Lake and enjoy quality time.

  • Move towards Passu Cathedral.

  • Enter the Sust Valley and spend quality time.

  • Proceed towards Khunjerab Pass.

  • Reach Khunjerab Pass while crossing the stunning landscapes of Hunza.

  • Arrive at Khunjerab Pass, one of the highest international borders at 4880 m, and enjoy quality time at the pass.

  • Move back towards Hussaini Bridge.

  • Return to the hotel.

Overnight stay at Osho Thang/Hichal Guest House/Al Qaim Guest House/Rakaposhi Zero Point.

5
Day 05

Nagar Valley, Hoper Glacier and Borit Lake

  • Rise for breakfast at the hotel.

  • Move towards Nagar Valley.

  • Reach Nagar and explore its beauty.

  • Move towards Hoper Glacier.

  • Take a short trek towards Hoper Glacier and experience walking on ice mountains.

  • Enjoy leisure time and move back towards Borit Lake and glacier.

  • Visit Borit Lake and enjoy quality time while exploring around.

  • Move back towards the hotel.

Overnight stay at Osho Thang/Hichal Guest House/Al Qaim Guest House/Rakaposhi Zero Point.

6
Day 06

Naltar, Nomal Valley and Gilgit Bazaar

  • Eat breakfast at the hotel.

  • Move towards Nomal Valley.

  • Shift to jeeps and travel towards Naltar.

  • Explore the green pastures of nature.

  • Enjoy a chairlift ride to the top of the alps.

  • Move back towards Gilgit.

  • Visit the Chinese cemetery for those who lost their lives while working on the KKH.

  • Explore Gilgit Bazaar and its culture.

  • Transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at Osho Thang/Hichal Guest House/Al Qaim Guest House/Rakaposhi Zero Point.

7
Day 07

Return to Islamabad by Road

  • Return to Islamabad by road from Gilgit.

Attabad Lake, Baltit Fort, Rakaposhi Mountain viewpoint, Khunjerab Pass

Where this trip takes you

Attabad Lake, Baltit Fort, Rakaposhi Mountain viewpoint, Khunjerab Pass

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Islamabad 5 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation

  • Hotel accommodation

  • Breakfast

  • Dinner and lunch

  • Transportation around the trip

  • Pakistani tour guide

  • Parking

  • Taxes

  • Wifi

  • First aid kit

What's Not Included

  • Visa

  • Airfare

  • Tips

  • Shopping

Know before you go

Summary:

  • Tour Title: Gilgit Baltistan (Naran-Gilgit-Nagar-Hunza) by Road

  • Locations: Naran-Lulasur Lake - Saifulmulk Lake - Babusar, Top-Three Junction Point, Rakaposhi Viewpoint - Hoper Glacier, Bhuddah rock - Baltit and Altit fort - Attaabad Lake - Naltar posture.

  • Activities: Sightseeing - Jeep safari - Cold desert safari - Air safari - Hiking - Historical places.

  • Duration: 06 nights and 07 days

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Tour start
Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Islamabad.

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