6-Day Cultural Tour of Islamabad, Taxila, Peshawar and Khewra

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy a full-day tour of Islamabad with visits to Faisal Mosque, Shakarparian, and Lok Virsa
• 02 Admire the ancient city of Taxila through Taxila Museum, the Bhir Mound, and Dharmajika
• 03 Visit Khewra Salt Mines, the world's second-largest salt mine
• 04 Seek blessings at the famous Katas Raj Temples
• 05 Explore Peshawar, one of the oldest cities in Pakistan

Discover Islamabad, Taxila, Khewra, and Peshawar on this 6-day cultural journey through some of Pakistan's most significant religious, archaeological, and historic sites. Visit Islamabad landmarks including Faisal Mosque, Shakarparian National Park, Lok Virsa Heritage Museum, Saidpur village, Shrine Of Hazrat Bari Imam Sarkar, and Damne Koh. Explore the ancient city of Taxila through its museum and major Buddhist remains, then continue to the Khewra Salt Mines, the world's second-largest salt mine, and the famous Katas Raj Temples. The tour also takes you to Peshawar, one of the oldest cities in Pakistan, with visits to Kissa Khawani bazaar, the Mohabat Khan mosque, and Peshawar museum.

Discover Islamabad, Taxila, Khewra, and Peshawar on this 6-day cultural journey through some of Pakistan's most significant religious, archaeological, and historic sites.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Islamabad, Peshawar, Rawalpindi, Taxila, Khanpur, Khewra

Languages English, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival in Islamabad

• Meet on arrival at the airport and transfer to the hotel.

2

Day 02

Islamabad City Tour

• Visit the Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in Pakistan.
• Go to Shakarparian National Park and Lok Virsa Heritage Museum.
• Explore Saidpur village, Shrine Of Hazrat Bari Imam Sarkar, and Damne Koh.

3

Day 03

Ancient Taxila and Khanpur Dam

• See the Nicholson Monument en route, along with the famous historic sites of Taxila Museum, the Bhir Mound, Dharmajika, Julian Buddhist Monastery, Mohra Marado, Jauliyan University, and Sirkip.
• Visit Khanpur Dam in the land of oranges.

4

Day 04

Khewra Salt Mines and Katas Raj Temples

• Drive approximately 180 km from Islamabad to Khewra Salt Mines, the world's second-largest salt mine.
• See different salt types at the Khewra Salt Mines.
• Head to seek blessings at the famous Katas Raj Temples.

5

Day 05

Peshawar Excursion and Return to Islamabad

• Travel 180 km to Peshawar. Visit Takht Bhai en route, the most well-preserved monastery.
• Explore Peshawar, one of the oldest cities in Pakistan.
• Visit Kissa Khawani bazaar, the Mohabat Khan mosque, and Peshawar museum.
• Drive back to Islamabad.

6

Day 06

Departure Transfer

• Transfer to the airport for the return flight.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Full-day AC car with fuel
• All parking and entrance fees
• Tea/soft drinks
• English-speaking tour guide
• Toll taxes

What's Not Included

• Meals
• Accommodation
• Personal expenses
• Tips

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Islamabad Gandhara International Airport, Pakistan

Tour start

New Islamabad, Airport Road, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.