Pakistan · Trekking

16-Day Shimshal Valley Trek in Pakistan with Shimshal Pass Adventure

16 Days Round trip from Islamabad Easy pace
Gilgit-Baltistan
Hunza Valley
Rapid Rivers in Hunza Valley

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the high-altitude Shimshal Pass in the mesmerizing Hunza Valley, reaching 4,734 meters
  • 02 Experience the rich history of a route once traveled by raiders between Leh and Yarkand
  • 03 Discover the unique cultural heritage of the Shimshal community while traversing awe-inspiring landscapes
  • 04 Enjoy local interactions with time to walk around Shimshal village and the lake pastures

Embark on a thrilling 16-day adventure through Pakistan's breathtaking Shimshal Valley, combining scenic treks, cultural immersion, and time to relax. Trek through awe-inspiring mountain landscapes to the majestic Shimshal Pass, explore Shimshal village, and meet local communities along the way. The journey also includes time in Gilgit and Islamabad, adding variety to this well-balanced itinerary. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers, this tour offers a rewarding mix of exploration, rest, and cultural discovery.

Embark on a thrilling 16-day adventure through Pakistan's breathtaking Shimshal Valley, combining scenic treks, cultural immersion, and time to relax.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 16 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Islamabad, Gilgit, Murree, Shimshal
Languages English, French, Urdu

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Pakistan

  • Upon arrival in Pakistan, you will be picked up from the airport.

  • Enjoy a delicious dinner and an overnight stay in Islamabad.

2
Day 02

Fly to Gilgit and Drive to Shimshal Valley

  • After breakfast, you will be driven to Islamabad Airport to catch a flight to Gilgit.

  • Arrive in Gilgit for breakfast and begin your drive to Shimshal Valley.

  • You will have lunch en route before arriving in Shimshal Valley for dinner and an overnight stay.

3
Day 03

Rest Day in Shimshal Valley

  • Spend the day resting, exploring the village, and taking the opportunity to meet locals.

  • Lunch will be served, followed by free time.

  • This day is also reserved in case of any flight cancellations.

Dinner and overnight stay will be in the village.

4
Day 04

Trek from Shimshal Valley to Ghar Sar

  • After breakfast, start your trek towards Shimshal Pass.

  • You will stop for lunch at Korband.

  • In the evening, you will arrive at Ghar Sar for dinner and an overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Trek from Ghar Sar to Peryan Sar

  1. Enjoy breakfast before continuing your trek towards Shimshal Pass.

  2. A lunch stop will be made at Voch Furzin.

  3. Arrive at Peryan Sar for dinner and an overnight stay.

6
Day 06

Trek to Shimshal Pass via Shujerab

  • After breakfast, begin the trek towards Shujerab, the first settlement of old Shimshal Valley.

  • You will stop for lunch at Volyo Dasht.

  • By evening, you will reach Shimshal Pass for dinner and an overnight stay.

7
Day 07

Rest Day at Shimshal Pass and Lakes

  • Today is a rest day at Shimshal Pass.

  • You will have time to walk around the lake and enjoy the surrounding pastures.

Dinner and overnight stay will be at Shimshal Pass.

8
Day 08

Trek Back to Peryan Sar

After breakfast, start trekking back to Peryan Sar.

  • Lunch will be served en route.

  • Upon arrival at Peryan Sar, enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.

9
Day 09

Trek from Peryan Sar to Ghar Sar

  • Enjoy breakfast before trekking back to Ghar Sar.

  • You will have lunch at Past Furzin along the way.

  • Arrive at Ghar Sar for dinner and an overnight stay.

10
Day 10

Return to Shimshal Valley and Drive to Gilgit

  • After breakfast, trek back to Shimshal Valley.

  • You will have lunch in Shimshal before driving to Gilgit.

  • Arrive in Gilgit in the evening, where you will have dinner and stay overnight.

11
Day 11

Drive from Gilgit to Islamabad

  • Enjoy breakfast before driving back to Islamabad.

  • You will stop for lunch en route.

  • Arrive in Islamabad in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

12
Day 12

Leisure Day in Islamabad

After breakfast, enjoy a free day for shopping or sightseeing in Islamabad.

  • You may visit the Pakistan Monument, Faisal Mosque, or other local attractions.

Dinner and overnight stay will be in Islamabad.

13
Day 13

Explore Islamabad or Murree Hills

  • After breakfast, continue exploring more of Islamabad or take a day trip to nearby attractions such as Murree Hills.

  • Return for dinner and an overnight stay in Islamabad.

14
Day 14

Rest and Preparation Day

  • Enjoy breakfast and take the day to relax and prepare for your journey home.

  • You can do some last-minute shopping or explore more of the city.

Dinner and overnight stay will be in Islamabad.

15
Day 15

Airport Transfer and Departure

  • After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport according to your flight timing.

  • Depart for your flight back home.

16
Day 16

Final Breakfast and Fly Back

  • Enjoy a final breakfast at the hotel.

  • You will be dropped off at the airport for your flight back to your home destination.

Shimshal Pass, Shimshal Valley, Shimshal village, Gilgit

Where this trip takes you

Shimshal Pass, Shimshal Valley, Shimshal village, Gilgit

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Islamabad 4 cities · 16 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation: 04 nights in a 3-star hotel

  • Transportation: Car with fuel and toll taxes

  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner provided only in the hotel

  • Our team: professional and licensed guides throughout the tour

  • Visa: invitation letter for the visa process

  • Entry tickets: all visiting areas' entry tickets included

What's Not Included

  • Room service and additional ancillary services acquired from the hotel

  • Personal insurance of clients

  • Any personal medication

  • Evacuation and rescue charges, if any

  • Domestic air tickets are not included

  • Any expense due to forced measures, natural calamities, acts of God, or force majeure beyond the control of Stunning Pakistan, its staff, and suppliers

What to bring

  • Personal effects for warm, windy, or rainy conditions

  • Insect repellent

  • Sunburn lotion

  • Comfortable trekking shoes

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

  • Hat and sunglasses

  • Water bottle

  • Camera for capturing memories

  • Light backpack for carrying essentials

Know before you go

  • On an adventure trip of this nature, factors such as weather, local politics, transport, or other variables beyond the control of the organizers may result in changes to the itinerary.

  • While it is very unlikely that the itinerary will be substantially altered, if changes are necessary, the group leader and the guide will decide on the best alternative, considering the best interests of the entire group.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 16 days finish where they began, in Islamabad.

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