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Karakorum Highway & Chitral Valley

Summary:

Get a true taste of Pakistan with our 21-day tour which takes you in small groups, with local guides, into the heart of this stunning country. Travelling in groups of three in open top jeeps, this stripped back experience gives you the chance to get a tru...

Duration
21 Days
Countries
2
Next Departure
09-Jun-2024
Starting at
USD 3,595.00
Price per day
USD 171.00
Tour Type

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Operator
Encounters Travel
Tour
Karakorum Highway & Chitral Valley
Travel Style
Small Group Tour with More Flexibility
Group Size
1 - 10
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Summary

Get a true taste of Pakistan with our 21-day tour which takes you in small groups, with local guides, into the heart of this stunning country. Travelling in groups of three in open top jeeps, this stripped back experience gives you the chance to get a true sense of the culture and landscape. Beginning the tour in Islamabad, we will travel up the Karakorum highway which cuts through the mighty peaks of the Himalaya, Karakorum and Hindu Kush mountain ranges. This is a route seldom travelled by foreign tourists, and gives you jaw dropping views. Stretch your legs with a trek to the base camp at Nanga Parbat and receive a traditionally Pakistani

Map: Karakorum Highway & Chitral Valley (Encounters Travel)

Short Itinerary / Route

Day 1-3
Islamabad To Chilas
Day 4-6
Chilas To Skardu
Day 7-9
Skardu To Karimabad
Day 10-11
Karimabad - Passu - Karimabad
Day 12-14
Karimabad To Chitral
Day 15-17
Chitral To Bumburet Valley
Day 18-20
Bumburet Valley To Islamabad
Day 21
Islamabad

Travel Countries (2): Afghanistan, Pakistan

Travel Cities (3): Islamabad, Kabul, Rawalpindi

Details

Get a true taste of Pakistan with our 21-day tour which takes you in small groups, with local guides, into the heart of this stunning country. Travelling in groups of three in open top jeeps, this stripped back experience gives you the chance to get a true sense of the culture and landscape. Beginning the tour in Islamabad, we will travel up the Karakorum highway which cuts through the mighty peaks of the Himalaya, Karakorum and Hindu Kush mountain ranges. This is a route seldom travelled by foreign tourists, and gives you jaw dropping views. Stretch your legs with a trek to the base camp at Nanga Parbat and receive a traditionally Pakistani warm welcome at Kalash Valley before hiking to the Passu Glacier. Channel your inner dare devil as you cross the death-defying suspension bridge before heading over the Shandur Pass to Chitral and back to Kalash Valley. This tour is one that will really change your life

Included in Price

  • Accommodation - twin share - simple hostels/hotels/cabins
    Islamabad city tour
    Taxila museum
    Shan Faisal Mosque
    Hike to Nanga Parbat Viewpoint
    Hike to Herrlikoffer base camp
    Deosai Plains National Park
    Shigar Fort
    Amborik Mosque
    Kargah Buddha
    Baltit and Altit Forts - Karimabad
    Hike on Passu Glacier
    Duikar View Point for sunset
    Kalash Museum
    Chitral Summer Palace
    Chitral Old Mosque
    Letter of Invitation and general visa advice
    Pakistani clothes (Shalwaar Chemise)
    Airport transfers
    Meals - 3 meals per day
    Tea & Coffee morning & afternoon
    All transport
    English speaking guide

NOT included in price

  • Visas
    Optional Excursions as listed in the Pre-Departure Information
    International Flights
    Flight from Chitral to Islamabad (weather allowing) - paid locally
    Airport Taxes & Transfers
    Travel Insurance
    Drinks
    Tips

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Karakorum Highlights (15 Days)

A two week driving tour along the spectacular Karakorum Highway in northern Pakistan

Next Departure: 09-Jun-2024
Starting at: USD 3,145.00

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